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An Empire In The Making

It’s been about four-and-a-half years since Living Luxe’s inception and itrecently occurred to us that we’ve never told you, our beloved readers,about how the magazine came to fruition. Today, the brand is more thana publication — founders Jennifer Lipkowitz and Anthony Sirianni and their team have expanded Living Luxe into a thriving media group, and they’ve put on extravagant events (like last fall’s Living Luxe Design Expo and City Couture, a philanthropic endeavour for SickKids) for guests. Here’s what these intrepid leaders told lifestyle editor Jeanne Beker about their start, their relationship and how they’re fulfilling their dreams.

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At Face Value

Buccal Fat Removal is a cosmetic procedure that has been trending on social media and in the mainstream media as celebrities share their experience with this very interesting procedure. Here’s what Dr. Philip Solomon MD, FRCSC, Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgeon, practicing Facial Plastic Surgery in Toronto, told us about its popularity and what it entails.

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Down To Earth

It’s time we invested more in goods and services that are well made and eco-centric. Think of sustainability as more than a concept — it’s a lifestyle. In the first of our new Market Trends columns, president of NKPR Natasha Koifman shares six companies that are putting our planet first. Support them and you’ll make a di­fference, too.

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Tools of The Trade

Dr. Philip Solomon MD, FRCSC, Otolaryngology, Head andNeck Surgeon, practicing Facial Plastic Surgery in Toronto,is an expert when it comes to surgical procedures, but he’salso at the top of his fi eld using energy devices for facialrejuvenation and anti-aging. Here’s what we learned aboutwhat these devices are and how they’re used.

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Double Act

Richard Wengle and Brian Gluckstein are household names, and for goodreason — both excel at their respective craft s. When they came up as aduo to grace the cover of our annual Design issue, we couldn’t have beenmore enthusiastic — Wengle and Gluckstein are impressive enough fortheir own covers, but we loved the idea of combining these collaborativegeniuses and telling their story — as only lifesty le editor Jeanne Beker can— together. Here’s what the pair told us about their backgrounds, theirpassions and their extraordinary careers.

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The Psychology Behind Cosmetic Surgery

There are many things to consider before seekingcosmetic surgery. Dr. Philip Solomon MD, FRCSC,Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgeon, practicingFacial Plastic Surgery in Toronto, understands thatthe desire to enhance one’s facial features must beaccompanied by a healthy psychology and realisticoutlook.

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A Life Well Cruised

For those who’ve never experienced the ecstasy of a luxury cruise to an exotic destination, this kindof holiday lies just as much in the state of mind it evokes as it is in the adventurous and scenic voyageit provides. Lifestyle editor Jeanne Beker and her partner, Iain, had the opportunity to take a weeklongSilversea cruise to Alaska — and it proved to be a master class in luxurious relaxation.

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Wonder Women

Suzanne Rogers and Sylvia Mantella are more than two of Toronto’s most elegant,philanthropic and sensational women — they’re a couple of mothers and best friendswho love their families and each other fi ercely. Lifestyle editor Jeanne Beker spoke tothe dynamic duo about their similar upbringing, their affi nity for giving back, theirundeniable style and what it’s like being in the spotlight. Here’s what the perfect pairtold her.

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