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The Look Today: Street Smarts
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/02/2010 - 18:58.
CARDIGAN $29.95
TOP $17.95
DENIM SHORTS $12.95
SNEAKERS $17.95
TIGHTS $6.95
The Look Today : Street Smarts
Education isn't confined to the classroom. One of the best things about being a student is discovering your city. Art galleries, underground cinemas, legendary concert halls, museums, book stores, markets – get outside already! This chick has the perfect city navigator look , I mean, if there is one to be had. She’s like a curious jungle cat crawling high and low, nimble in movement and hungry for culture. Yes? Well, regardless – we think this look is a lot of fun and perfect for Thursday night art crawls and long city walks to unknown destinations. Meow!
CONTEST! Tell us what part of this look you love and you could win a $100 H&M Gift Card!
Each day we are posting a new H&M fall look that we created in the H&M Fashion Studio, and we want to know what part of the look you love most. Tops, jackets, pants, purses - tell us what you love for a chance to win!
To enter: e-mail: contests@shedoesthecity.com with subject line H&M Love it, Wear it, Win it! In the body of e-mail, make sure to let us know what part of this look you love most. Oh, and - there is no limit for number of entries per person, so feel free to enter daily!
Contest closes on Sept 9, 2010 at 6PM EST. Winners will be notified on Sept 10, 2010. This contest is open to all Canadians.
Want to see more H&M Back to School looks we've posted? read more...
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At Jack Daniel's 160th Birthday we knocked back shots with Kris Holden-Ried, or the dapper Sir William Compton from The Tudors
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/02/2010 - 13:45.
We drank JD and coke from a can, we tested out the whiskey sours on offer, swiveled our straw in a fizzy Jack and ginger and, like real hard ass troopers, pummeled back shot after shot. read more...
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Croissants and Curls: Livin’ it up at Au Premier Urban Spa in NDG
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/02/2010 - 08:08.
By Tyler Yank
Having my hair cut and coloured tends to be about more than a sharp pair of shears and the right tint of beige-blonde. I want a cappuccino, an almond croissant and a pre-shampoo head massage with lavender scented oil by a man with strong hands. I prefer a colourist who isn’t too chatty during the hour-long, full highlights extravaganza that is my hair maintenance reality; in fact, a colourist who can complete the task in one hour is automatically on the winning team. When it comes to a stylist, I do in fact want the girl who exclaims that she would love to experiment with my hair, and when given the chance, manages to perfectly curl my awkwardly thin, stick-straight locks. read more...
RELATED: Au Premier Urban Spa NDG
WIN a got2B Gift Pack and Copy of the Jersey Shore Soundtrack
Submitted by haley on Thu, 09/02/2010 - 07:46.
Want to beat up the beat in the comfort of your own home? NOW YOU CAN! We've got a Jersey Shore Soundtrack gift pack that will have you looking Guidette-fabulous with got2B products, and a copy of the soundtrack to the cultural phenomenon that has made us all feel infinitely better about our own worst decisions. Want to win? Check out http://twitter.com/shedoesthecity and re-tweet the contest link, and you could be rockin' beats and a blowout in no time. read more...
RELATED: Got2B Jersey Shore
No More Strangers fills English Bay with bands, boats and booze for the Nautical Disaster Boat Cruise
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/02/2010 - 07:25.
By Vanessa Brazeau
Bands boats and booze; the Nautical Disaster Boat Cruise packed all three into English Bay on Friday, a field trip of sorts for “No More Strangers” – a weekly event at the Colbalt (917 Main Street). Guest bands and DJs hit the high seas – SuperCassette, Humans and DJ’s My!Gay!Husband! and Erik Devereux played aboard the Abitibi, filling English Bay with rhythm and helping a few hundred fans rock out to one of the last sunsets of summer. read more...
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The Boobyball Story – what is now one of Canada’s top fundraisers started as a promise to one friend.
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/01/2010 - 14:52.
Tickets to Boobyball Flash went on sale this past Tuesday and have nearly sold out. Last year the Boobyball committee, along with MTV Canada, created a sexy teaser (literally) and it was such a viral hit that it landed on Jay Leno, CNN and the effing VIEW! Without a doubt, Boobyball is the most well attended fundraiser for young women in Toronto – but how did this success story, that has raised nearly a million dollars, start? read more...
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Toronto Hit List, Sept 2-5
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/01/2010 - 14:11.
THURSDAY
7 pm Welcome to Wendyland @ Come As You Are, 701 Queen St. W. Opening night of Toronto illustrator Wendy Ding’s first solo show; inspired by tasty treats, sexy pin-up girls and whimsical imagination. Enjoy light refreshments and meet Wendy in person.
8 pm Positive Style Mural Party @ Naco Gallery, 1665 Dundas St. W. Inspired by Mexican muralism of the 1930s. Hanna Hur showcases her art while DJ Kevin spins the good stuff.
9 pm No Heart Feelings @ The Royal, 608 College St. Last screening of this heartfelt homegrown film. $10/$8 for students. read more...
RELATED: Toronto Arts Events Toronto Events Toronto Fashion Events Toronto Nightlife
Montreal Hit List, September 2nd-5th
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/01/2010 - 09:55.
THURSDAY
Free Screening of David Lynch’s Blue Velvet @ Esplanade de la Place des Arts
As part of the Montreal World Film Festival, all week Loto Quebec will present Movies Under the Stars, free outdoor screenings of classic films. This Thursday, catch David Lynch’s 1986 surrealist thriller Blue Velvet , starring Kyle MacLachlan, Isabella Rosselini, and Denis Hopper. English with French subtitles. Other featured Movies Under the Stars include Shall We Dance (Friday Sept 3rd), C'eravamo tanto amati (Saturday Sept 4th), The Return of Martin Guerre(Sunday Sept 5th) & Cyrano de Bergerac (Monday Sept 6th).
Free. 8:30pm. Esplanade de la Place des Arts - 175 Ste Catherine Ouest. read more...
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How Do I Cope With Criticism On My Family Vacation?
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/15/2010 - 08:31.
Hi Jenn,
I'm going away with my family for a couple of weeks coming up this summer-I want to make the most of this time together, since I don't see them all that often. However, every time we get together, it degenerates into a fuming shouting match. It starts with little criticisms, devolves to bickering, passive aggressive stand-offs, and eventually screaming fights. My problem? My family's well-intentioned 'constructive criticisms' of my life choices. I know they don't mean to be hurtful, but eventually the 'helpful' asides about my career, my appearance, and my love life, and the 'loving' jibes about my less-than-stellar qualities, start to drive me insane. How can I stick up for myself without losing my cool, and how can I express to my family that while I love them and value their advice and input, the way they go about it makes me feel devalued, small, and extremely frustrated?
-End of My Rope
I hear you! Great question. Hanging with the fam can bring up all sorts of feelings, and for many it can be our weakest link, yet always an opportunity to grow, learn more about ourselves and practice our boundaries.
First off, you are going to have to set boundaries and prepare yourself for certain situations that may arise. read more...
SDTC Finishing School
Errr, Sure, I’ve Got This round
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/04/2010 - 13:53.
By Karen Cleveland
What to do…what to do. A group of friends hit one of Toronto’s fine patios to celebrate a birthday. A few pints, a bottle or two of wine…then everyone gets hungry so some food is ordered to share. Naturally, a round or two of shots seems like an excellent idea. The consummate summer birthday celebration turns weird when one participant has imbibed too much and skips out on her portion of the bill. read more...
B is for BabyBlog
THE BABYMAMMA: Marta - Can write killer copy but can't pronounce "Canadiana."
THE BABYDADDY: Dustin - can design a house but can't figure out voicemail.
So the story goes:
Dustin and Marta sitting in a tree,
K-i-s-s-i-n-g.
First comes love,
Then comes a baby in a baby carriage,
And when we get around to it, finally marriage.
...Or something like that. This column tells the tale of all things Little Walnut (or LW as he'll be referred to from here on in)-chronicling the gestation, birth and rise to toddlerdom of my first baby.
First Owie
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/09/2010 - 08:21.
Cy and I had our first big owie and subsequent trip to the hospital emergency last night.
Don't worry though - everyone is okay!
It all started with what seemed like an innocent slip on the bottom stair. Cy's foot didn't quite land right on the step and he fell, catching the edge of the stair with his forehead on the way down. He didn't fall far, or very hard, and it didn't seem like much of a spill.
Until I picked him up and saw a giant bruise growing fast and furious on his forehead. And a nice open gash to match!
That's when the panic set in. read more...
In Video
TORONTO: Go makeupless in minutes with Nanoblur
DIMBY: Dance In My Backyard, or How the People of Dufferin Grove get Down
These Shoes Were Made for Walking: Toronto Based 'Damn Heels' are here for your high heel grief
VANCOUVER: Deep Love for Deep Cove
VANCOUVER: The End-of-Summer Sexy List
TORONTO: The Best Sangria in the City
TORONTO: Lexus Live at the Distillery!
TORONTO: For the love of meat: Meat Raffle Mondays at the Red Light
VANCOUVER: Barre Fitness in Yaletown Brings a Ballet Inspired Workout
TORONTO: Twelve Things You've Gotta Do Before The End of Summer
FASHION: Love Her or Hate Her, Katy Perry Melts Our Popsicle
FILM: An Interview with the Directors of New Joan Rivers Doc
Toronto Girl-About-Town Ainsley Kerr Gives Us Her Tips on Hosting a Summer Soiree
FASHION SCENE: Hello moon – The Bay launches new collection by Mimran miracle makers
VANCOUVER: I Love Lamp? No. I Love T-Shirt. Here's where to pick up James Perse faves in Vancouver
MONTREAL: Fur Trade Recordings Label Launch (& Fashion Inspiration!)
T'was Said
Devil's Music
Submitted by haley on Thu, 08/19/2010 - 10:18.
"Your music is the devil's music! Have a good afternoon!"
Sex Blanket
Submitted by haley on Tue, 08/10/2010 - 16:00.
"So, what else did you do on your vacation, aside from eating on a sex blanket and swimming in a waterfall?"
Suck A Tampon
Submitted by haley on Tue, 08/10/2010 - 15:57.
"Ugh, my knee hurts." "Go swimming. It's good for your knees and it's free!" "I don't like public pools full of tampons and bandaids." "Oh suck it up!" "I don't want to suck up a tampon."
You Voted...
Mojitos vs. Jamie Kennedy
Submitted by haley on Thu, 07/08/2010 - 13:25.
You're equally split between a year of free mojitos and a BBQ catered by Jamie Kennedy
Top 5
Silver Linings To Moving
Submitted by haley on Thu, 09/02/2010 - 10:15.
Silver Linings To Moving
- Think how happy you're making all those spiders running free
- Hiding in giant Tupperware containers and scaring people is fun
- Mystery booze! Hiding in cupboards!
- Reliving hilarious memories as you toss stuff into the recycling
- Spartan, dead-tired sleeps in zen-empty rooms