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Mindful About Money
Are you savvy when it comes to saving? Do you have a habit of putting materialconsumption ahead of padding your bank account? Financial expert Libby Wildman shares the importance of taking control of your finances and embracing the sufficiency of wealth.
The Perfect Pair
Tastemakers Angela Marotta and Melissa Marotta-Paolicelli define how to enhance every meal with the right bottle of wine.
Wine & Dine: 20 Best Vibes
Toronto’s culinary establishments are thriving, with thousands of eateriesserving foodies all over the city. For the first time, the teams at View the VIBE and Living Luxe are sharing 20 hot spots that not only havefabulous menus, but also exude the perfect ambiance.
An Artistic Triumph
Toronto’s Thompson Landry Gallery has specialized in showcasing Quebec artists since its inception 17 years ago. In that time, the founders have featured special exhibits, hosted events and even opened a second space where art lovers can take in some of Canada’s finest works.
A Window of Opportunity
Tilt-and-turn windows are currently all the rage, with designers and builders consistently choosing them for high-end custom homes. Here’s what Edgar Sigal, president of Chateau Window & Door Systems, told us about the benefits and innovation behind these windows.
Summer In The City
We’re getting closer to the warmest months of the year, and to celebrate, we asked the pros at Hotel X Toronto to share what’s happening this season.
In Living Colour
YA Phygital Fabrica’s gallery-like furniture springs to life through form, function and colour, and Alina Tacmelova is at the helm.
Beneath The Surface
Cava Surfaces prides itself on providing clients with hand-selected stone and building materials from around the world. Here, Tariq Darwish, the company’s sales manager, explains the differences between the stones and the pros and cons of each.
The Perfect Cup of Joe
Your at-home coffee experience has been elevated once again. Here’s what you need to know about JURA’s J8 and the GIGA 10 — two brilliant machines delivering exceptional flavour and quality.
Showing Their True Colours
Ruth and David Bell have successfully run Village Paint & Wallpaper for 24 years, and they’re far from slowing down. Here’s what the store is best known for and why building lasting relationships is key to their business.
Take The Party To The Patio
From grilling to chilling, patios are outdoor spaces leading in sophistication. Here’s what’s currently all the rage in backyard living.
Up To The Mountain
Canada’s first municipality within a National Park, Banff is a quintessential alpine town, surrounded by the iconic Rockies, picturesque vistas, pristine wilderness and glittering-blue lakes. I recently visited, and I couldn’t wait to share some of my favourite lodges, restaurants and things to do along Banff Avenue and in the downtown area, courtesy of the travel experts at Pursuit.
Bringing The Generation Gap
Mothers to Daughters is a three-year-old nonprofit that’s focused on building a legacy through intergenerational knowledge transfer. Here’s what you need to know about the organization and its inception.
Asked and Answered
Dr. Philip Solomon MD, FRCSC, Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgeon, practicing Facial Plastic Surgery in Toronto, has been in practice for more than 20 years, and, in that time, thousands of patients have come to him with clever, thought provoking and inspiring questions. We wanted to share some of these FAQs, so we asked the doctor to share some of the best queries he’s received over the years.
The Perfect Blend
Designer Vanessa Ferro has a unique aesthetic that draws a very specific sort of client to her. Any home she designs will be full of personality and drama that invite you in. She's all about mixing time periods, styles, colours and textures to create one-of-a-kind masterpieces for her clients.
We’re On The Radio
Did you hear that The Bliss Minute, Living Luxe Magazine publisher, Jennifer Lipkowitz and COO Anthony Sirianni sat down and talked all things business, life and finding that blissful balance on @zoomer_radio?
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.
Condo Comfort
With Tapestry Decor's Rosalia Fazzari at the helm, every project transform into a cozy - and stylish home.