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www.sunraygroup.ca | [email protected] | 1011 Bloor Street East, Oshawa, ON SHE CANADA 3 Editor/Publisher KAMRAN ZAIDI

Executive Editor PRIYA KUMAR

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IN EVERY ISSUE: EDITOR’S NOTE 6 SHE ONLINE 7 CONTRIBUTORS 8 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 9 STYLE SCOOP 10 ∙ SHE-PRENEUR 48 ∙ Klozèt Mòd HE 52 ∙ HE-Prenur MC Linx ∙ By The Numbers: Relationships/Marriage ∙ His Bachelor Pad ∙ HE Fashion ∙ HE Grooming HOT STUFF/DEALS 64 SHE CARES 68 ∙ Lady Fatemah Trust ON THE ROAD 52 ∙ Ireland HEALTH/WELLNESS 74 ∙ How to Count Calories SHE KIDS 76 ∙ Kiddy Couture ∙ Masala Mommas with Anjum Nayyar BEAUTY 80 ∙ Get That Look ∙ Wintertime Spas ∙ Beauty Reviews FINDS (NET-A-PORTER) BROWN GIRL PROBLEMS 93 + Khai Khai Kale 18-karat gold necklace QUOTE/UNQUOTE 94 $1,150 ∙ Quotes on Marriage

FEATURES: BURBERRY SS15 14 ∙ SHE gets invited to Burberry’s SS15 show COVER STORY 30 ∙ Lilly Singh aka IISuperwomanII SPECIAL FEATURES 18 ∙ National Women’s Show ∙ O’nitaa: South Asian Couture ∙ Nishat Fashion Toronto SOUTH ASIA 38 ∙ SHE Pakistan in SHE Canada SHE DEBATES 44 ∙ Pop Music Hits New Lows SOUTH ASIA 38 ∙ SHE Pakistan in SHE Canada EATING OUT 78 ∙ Michelin-Starred Quilon in St. James’s Park London Events 84 ∙ Beauty of Business

SHE CANADA 5 Editor’snote

y the time you read this 2015 is in full swing. As I write this we’ve just rung in theB New Year. The year 2015 marks an exciting time for SHE Canada. Not only is our content better than ever, but we’ve made some great additions to our team this issue. On that note, here’s what you can expect:

This month we’re particularly thrilled about our cover star, Lilly Singh. Known the world over as IISuperwomanII, the Markhamite exclusively spoke with Priya Kumar to discuss her unique form of fame. What’s more, her interview took place four days after she dropped her collaboration with Seth Rogan and James Franco. It’s notable for two reasons. One, the duo are Hollywood heavyweights. Secondly, this sketch took place mere days before the two stars were caught up in The Interview scandal with North Korea. The hacks on Sony were unprecedented leading up with the release of their film. Learn more about the YouTube EDITOR sensation on page 30. S.M. Kamran Zaidi Valentine’s Day is also just around the corner. What are you getting for your significant other? Go straight to page 26 for some awesome gifting ideas. Speaking of significant other, By The Numbers (p. 54) breaks down what it is to be in a relationship in 2015. Marriages, divorces, break-ups, male/female ratios in Toronto are all covered in this no holds barred feature.

Finally, for all you foodies out there, SHE got a hold of the notoriously private Michelin- Starred chef Sriram Aylur. Executive Chef at London’s Quilon, the master of South Asian Costal Cuisine candidly opens up about running a world-class eatery.

Happy Valentine’s Day! We hope you enjoy this issue as much as we did putting it together.

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SHE CANADA 9 Spring/Summer 2015 brings forward an extravagance of style with the denim as its main focus material.

Say goodbye to your regular blue jeans and hello to bejewelled denim dresses, light and dark washed coats, denim lace detailing, ladylike silhouettes and every OPULENTblue jeans possible jumpsuit imaginable! The sky’s the limit with the reinvention of denim, from Michael Kors, Stella McCartney, Burberry Prorsum and more. Dolce & Gabbana bedazzled jean pants, yes please!

MOSCHINO CHIANTI AND PARKER 1Chain-trimmed quilted Linen-blend chambray denim jacket 2mini skirt $2,495 $215 4 VICTORIA BECKHAM MIH JEANS DENIM The knot chambray Panelled denim dress dress 3 $315 $893.72

DSQUARED2 MOSCHINO Jewelled cotton Strapless belted dress 5denim shirt 6$1,085 $1,185 AMEN Blue embroidered boyfriend cotton denim jeans $1,726 10 SHE CANADA OPULENT

TOPSHOP GUESS ARITZIA Fluffy sweater Three quarter sleeve Tallulah los feliz pant $51.00 printed v-neck dress $60.00 $98.00

Buying ON A BUDGET SHE is here to help you learn your affordable fashion ABC’s because we be- 424 FIFTH HUDSON’S BAY lieve price should never compromise style. Illusion plaid skirt Spring is in the air and nature is soon to be $129.00 in full bloom, so whether it’s a floral print, relaxed denim or a lady like skirt, you deserve something new in your wardrobe. Shop away and don’t worry about checking the price tag!

ARITZIA Wilfred minou camisole $60.00

TOPSHOP 424 FIFTH HUDSON’S BAY TOPSHOP Fluid pocket kimono Birdcage Skirt Faux Leather Jacket $64.00 $129.00 $85.00

SHE CANADA 11 ALL SEASON LEATHER

Leather makes a luxurious comeback for this Spring 2015 season by pushing the boundaries like never before.

This heavenly material is given a new edge from head-to-toe looks of intricate design cutouts at Versace to Barbie Girl pink at Moschino.

Moschino Christopher Kane

Jil Sander Loewe

Acne Studios Akris

The leather game this season plays on a variety of colours, shapes and designs from the runways of ACNE Studios, BOSS, Calvin Klein, Coach, Givenchy, J.W. Anderson, Louis Vuitton, Miu Miu and many more! It is safe to say, that this fabric is one staple that should not be missing from one’s wardrobe, no matter the season!

12 SHE CANADA Derek Lam Nina Ricci 4 TOPSHOP COACH 1 Leather mini skirt UNIQUE $525 Calf hair pencil skirt $590

MOSCHINO 5HELMUT LANG Cropped leather Leather leggings 2biker jacket $920 $2,675

6CEDRIC 3 CHARLIER MOSCHINO Color-block pleated Leather skirt faux leather mini skirt $1,995 $995

SHE CANADA 13 14SS15 SHE CANADA BURBERRY SS15 by Priya Kumar

BURBERRY CONTINUES TO BE ONE OF THE FEW LUXURY LABELS TO HAVE EMBRACED TECHNOLOGY BY USING IT AS AN ALLY IN THE PRESENTATION OF ITS COLLECTIONS. FOR SPRING/SUMMER 2015 THE WEB FEATURED IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE.

FROM TEXTILES REMINISCENT OF WATERCOLOURS TO BOUNCY TULLE TO DENIM WAISTCOATS, BURBERRY BOLDLY BLURRED THE LINE BETWEEN FASHION AND ART 16 SHE CANADA n one’s fashion journalism career, there are certain mo- were splashed with bright graphic prints and belted with tulle bows. Each ments so surreal, time almost slows to a stop. On entering the Kensington look was completed with sneakers or sandals, a nod to the fashion world’s Gardens venue constructed specifically for Burberry’s SS15 show, I had latest preference in footwear. one of these moments. As I was going through security I was met with a flurry of shouts and camera flashes. Stunned by the onslaught of attention, The collection also introduced the Burberry Bee Bag and Mini Bee Bag, II failed to notice whom entered next to me. It was the faces of the fra- monogrammed or in Horseferry Check, and Burberry Butterfly Shades grance My Burberry—Cara Delevigne and Kate Moss. Besides being the available exclusively internationally at Sunglasshut.com. hottest names in the industry and the guests of honour, the duo are front- The show also introduced the new collection of The Birds and The Bees ing a fragrance that is the first of its kind. My Burberry allows consumers make-up look. Featuring shades of blue, green, azalea and hydrangea to personalize their bottle by engraving their initials. Burberry SS15 also pinks, the looks gave off an iridescent glow, tawny eyes and deep ruby red marked the first show that Delevigne was actually invited to as opposed lips, the looks were synonymous with the crisp, quintessentially British to walking in. spring mornings.

Titled “The Birds and The Bees”, the collection opened to an acoustic per- SS15 saw Burberry continue to pioneer digital innovation in fashion. formance by British singer/songwriter James Bay. Each look included its Customers were able to purchase a limited number of nail polishes fea- own variation of audacious designs and hand-painted textiles that com- tured in the show via Twitter as they appeared on the runway. Burberry. plimented the runway and transparent edifice where the show was held. com availed customized pieces months before the collection hit stores for This season Christopher Bailey experimented with mixing seemingly con- a limited time. Burberry also partnered with YouTube to give audiences trasting pieces and fabrics like denim with iridescent sequins. The colour around the world behind-the-scenes access to the show through digital palette included colours that read like they jumped off the pages of Alice content. in Wonderland—poppy red, fern yellow, pale sweet pea, dragonfly blue, beetle green and rosehip. The show was also attended (and live Tweeted, Facebooked and Insta- gramed) by Mario Testino, Naomie Harris, Anushka Sharma, musician Bailey knows what to expect from a typical British summer, and each look Paloma Faith, producer Harvey Weinstein and socialite Olivia Palermo. was appropriately layered for the often-times unpredictable climate. Tulle Burberry is no longer only an innovator in the fashion world, but also at dresses were fitted with shearling lined denim waistcoats. Classic trenches the helm of a digital retail revolution.

FEATURING SHADES OF BLUE, GREEN, AZALEA AND HYDRAN-

GEA PINKS, THE LOOKS GAVE OFF AN IRIDESCENT GLOW, “ “ TAWNY EYES AND DEEP RUBY RED LIPS, THE LOOKS WERE SYNONYMOUS WITH THE CRISP, QUINTESSENTIALLY BRITISH SPRING MONRNINGS. SHE CANADA 17 ATTENDEES HAD THE OP- PORTUNITY TO SHOP OVER 450 EXHIBITS, CURATED WITH A SELECTION OF THE NEWEST PRODUCTS AND SERVICES FOR WOMEN

While meandering through the colourful array of exhibits, vendors provided free product trials, demonstrations and goodies, educating eager shoppers on the newest product and service deals. Among the sections there were also stages, hosting live discussions and seminars, or should we say the perfect shopping break. THE Attendees could rest their feet and indulge the senses at the Culinary stage, plan their next shopping spree at the Glam runway, test their knowledge at the Health & Wellness stage or learn something new at the Workshop stage. NATIONAL Perhaps the highlight of the National Women’s Show was the long list of celebrity appearances at the centre stage. Canadian model and runway coach, Stacey McKenzie, kicked off the Women’s WOMEN’S Show with an inspiring speech on perseverance and chasing your dreams. After some heartfelt inspiration, psychologist, TV personality and best-selling author, Nicole McCance, discussed SHOW the languages of love for those wanting to deep- by Aly Zorn en their knowledge on relationships. The mind- ful presentation was followed by an appearance by Patrick Adams, actor on the hit show Suits. Adams shared his appreciation of women, also hosting a Q&A about living on set, answering the audiences’ burning questions concerning plot twists and relationships with co-stars.

Other mentionable speakers were John Higgins, judge on Chopped Canada, Julie Daniluk, nu- tritionist from Dr. Oz, City TV, and the Oprah Channel, as well as Doug Davidson from the Young and Restless. Centre stage also offered show goers a good dose of eye candy! The Toron- to Fire Fighters put on a sizzling runway show, featuring Calvin Klein (need we say more) on all three days. The National Women’s Show was an experience in itself and as if this wasn’t enough, ver the weekend of November seventh, SHE Canada had the pleasure of attending the National $40, 000 worth of prizes were given out at the Women’s Show, in other words the ultimate girl’s day out. Doe-eyed and happy, SHE traversed the Social Media Contest Lounge. Ourban landscape that was seemingly built from the perfect shopping list. Here’s the scoop… Attendees had the opportunity to shop over 450 exhibits, curated with a selection of the newest Sad you missed all the fun? While you’re in luck! products and services for women. Beauty gurus, foodies, fashionistas, travel junkies – the show The National Women’s Show not only exhibits had something for everyone. Exhibits were divided into the following sections: Festival of Fashion, in Toronto, but also in Ottawa and Quebec. The Fabulous for Life – Beauty, Health & Wellness, Travel & Adventure, World of Taste, Business & Show was nothing short of a memorable expe- Career Centre, Home, House & Design and Wine & Spirits. Some notable vendors were Clarisonic, rience, as SHE Canada tasted, learned, swooned Marcelle, Faced Professional Makeup Artistry, TD Canada Trust, The Breast Cancer Society, Transat and shopped the weekend away. See you there Tours and many more. next year! 18 SHE CANADA SHE CANADA 19 SOUTH ASIAN COUTURE IN THE HEART OF

LONDON By Priya Kumar

ince SHE Canada’s inception in What does O’Nitaa offer London’s discerning

2012, we’ve had the privilege of South Asian fashion clientele?

featuring the owners of a handful of South Asian designer boutiques. O’nitaa was launched with the scope to share S Carrying highly coveted but im- and introduce the works of some of Asia’s highly “ possible-to-find pieces straight off the runways skilled designers to the West. The customer is at of Karachi, Mumbai and New Delhi, these bou- the heart of our unique business model that in- tiques are based in the world’s largest, buzzing cludes bespoke designing and sales via our retail metropolises with a clientele spoiled for choice. store based in the centre of London. The niche these boutiques have carved out have proven lucrative in a sea of luxury department O’nitaa is an internationally famous multi-de- stores, that dare not stray far from mainstream signer retail store that markets women’s and designer wear. men’s clothing and accessories.

Turning our gaze our London, England, I came In your own words, what is O’Nitaa’s brand across O’Nitaa. Nestled into the well-heeled ethos? neighbourhood of Marylebone, O’Nitaa offers “The Essence of Asian Couture”. With a unique Having a highly defined design concept differ- business model that includes bespoke designs entiates us from the rest. The O’nitaa concept from dozens of top design talent including is based on an alliance between its plethora of Deepak Perwani, Mohsin Ali and Zainab Mush- designers and a quality product. We endeavour taq, O’Nitaa—founded by Onita Prasada—has to dress the modern, urban woman for her daily become a destination in London for interna- needs as well as her diva moments. The formu- tional purveyors of South Asian couture. I had la we have analysed, adapted and applied runs

the chance to speak with Prasada from London through all the garments we house at our store

to discuss the boutique and what she hopes her at Marylebone. It has been and remains one of clientele get from the O’Nitaa experience. the keys to our commercial success and inter O’NITAA IS AN INTERNATIONALLY FAMOUS MULTI- “ DESIGNER RETAIL STORE THAT MARKETS WOMEN’S “ AD MEN’S CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES

20 SHE CANADA ONITA PRASADA

O’NITAA BOUTIQUE SHE CANADA 21 BESIDES THE “UK, WE HAVE A DISCERNING CUSTOMER

BASE ACROSS national prestige. The designers we represent attending it. Keeping this in the forefront of are the very finest Asia has to offer today which my mind along with the tending trends of the is why admirers and collectors alike value our season…the buying process is meticulously THE SCAN- products. planned for each collection. The weather in the UK plays an important role in the selection. So DANAVIAN What sort of services do you offer bridal par- the buying formula applied is a mix of User mo- ties? ments, trends and price points.

COUNTRIES, To complement the uniqueness of the store we Who is your favourite Pakistani designer at the

offer a made to measure service for all styles moment? What about Indian? available, besides what is ready to buy on our SOUTH AFRICA,“ racks. Most of our brides and grooms spend This is a difficult one to answer.....It’s only be- hours with us prior to deciding their dream cause I like the work of each designer I stock, AUSTRALIA AND outfits adding and subtracting their very own each one fills a different user moment. Simply wish list embellishments to their garments, put, I don’t have a single favourite. Casuals are making it unique to themselves. We have an ec- beautifully filled by FnkAsia, Bridals are filled STATES SIDE lectic array of jewellery and handbags. Along by Rana Noman, Asifa –Nabeel, and SRA, and with the made to measure service we also work Our Contemporary collections are filled by An- with some of the UK’s respected make-up artist, jana Bhargav and Mansi Malhotra. photographers and videographer and weddings planners. Making O’nitaa a one stop shop cover- How do you recommend dressing a bridal party ing all their wedding needs. for a wedding in a city like London or Toronto?

If you were to describe your top three must It is dependent on the theme of the wedding. The haves for every bride’s trousseau, what would venue and the message the couple would like to they be? convey. A lot of our couples are not choosing exotic destinations to host their weddings with a) Her unique dress and magnificent jewellery unique story lines as their themes. to enhance this dress. b) The best videographer ever who would cap- What’s in the future for O’Nitaa as a boutique? ture the mystic moments of her day...the out come - a memoire she would carry with her for Due to the huge demand we’re looking to ex- years to come. pand our business by way of franchising our c) The best make-up artist who understands her concept. To start with North of England per- personality and features to perfection. haps? Followed by Bahrain, Paris and the Unit- ed States. Besides the UK we have a discerning Which designers we should be watching at the customer base across the Scandinavian coun- moment? tries, South Africa, Australia and States side. Online shopping is a possibility too. Delphi: they use ancient craft of crochet, a centuries old craft involving weaving thread into numerous floral and geometrical patterns. FnkAsia: Embroidery, buttons, threads, there are so many beautiful ways to make your clothes truly your own and FnkAsia do exactly that. So- phia Mehta: A unique blend of the romantic era gone by and the contemporary woman.

Explain the buying process for your pieces.

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Love is in the air and for this Valentine’s Day make sure you get the perfect gift for that perfect somebody in your life. Valentine’sWhether you want to spice things up or keep it fresh with Day luxurious everyday needs, we got you covered.

Here are a few ideas to get your creative juices flowing for that special love.

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EMMA WILLIS MAISON FRANCIS BOTTEGA VENENTA Paisley woven wool dressing gown KURKDJIAN Intrecciato leather holdall bag $1,925 $3,380 Paisley woven wool dressing gown 26 SHE CANADA $1,925 for him for her let her know how much she means to you...

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IKEA Bladis box 3 $12.99

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28 SHE CANADA STYLISH STORAGE

Spring is right around the corner meaning it’s time to de-clutter and start anew. From the living room to the kitchen, organize your space and rejuvenate your home! Get your spring cleaning underway with these stylish storage solutions.

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SHE CANADA 29 SHE EXCLUSIVE WITH LILLY SINGH WHY ||SUPERWOMAN|| ROCKS OUR WORLD

One-on-one with the mega-watt YouTube star on being IISuperwomanII, brown girl problems and racking up an international viewership approaching one billion.

by Priya Kumar

“The Difference Between Brown and White Girls”; “How My Parents Re- In your own words, how would As an unconventional career path act to Someone I’m Dating”; “Types you describe what it is you do as a for a York Psychology major, what T of Relatives”. Welcome to the world YouTube personality? led you to YouTube as a medium? of Lilly Singh aka IISuperwomanII. It’s difficult to recall a time without the IISuperwom- I would say what I do is I make two comedy I discovered YouTube like four years ago when anII channel. Yet, the larger-than-life YouTube videos a week in which I’m honestly just being sensation has only been making her variety of I posted my first video. Ever since a young age I myself. I’m being myself and I’m talking about loved entertaining. vlogs—that fall somewhere between stand-up things that happen in my everyday life because comedy and the SNL-style sketch—since 2010. it probably happened to other people in their I was like that annoying kid at family parties With a YouTube channel that boasts over 4.5 lives as well. million subscribers and close to 500 million that would be in the middle of the circle try- ing to get everyone’s attention and it was one of views, Lilly Singh has created a niche for first, If I had to describe my comedy it would be very second and third generation South Asian hu- those things in the back of your head like, “Yeah, real, relatable comedy about everyday things. I want to do music, or be in entertainment, or mour. Parodying the often-times hilarious idi- You can relate to songs more, I feel, when they’re osyncrasies of growing up Punjabi in Markham, be in movies,” but you don’t really know how to about things you know about. ever get there. Singh’s videos have struck a chord well outside the farthest reaches of the GTA. I’m that person who talks about things we all go So I did my degree in psychology simply because through in a very comedic way. Even if I need I was following my sister’s footsteps and I didn’t The self-described “analytics nerd” has been ful- to discuss serious issues or things I believe in ly cognizant of what her fans want and when. know what else to do. Then when I discovered I do it light-heartedly. I just show my person- YouTube and I put my first video up I was like, Combined with her impeccable comedic tim- ality online, it’s kind of like I have 4.5 million ing, Singh has created an empire that also in- “Oh my god, this is really cool,” because I can best friends online, so that’s kind of how I like kind of do what I’ve always been meaning to do cludes motivational speaking, stand-up comedy to look at it. and her clothing line Unicorn Island. Days after which is that kind of entertainment thing. dropping her Christmas video collaboration with The Interview scandal-embroiled stars Seth It’s in my own control, no one’s telling me what Rogan and James Franco, I had the privilege of to do. I can write my own scripts, shoot my own catching up with 26-year-old Lilly Singh. stuff, edit my own stuff, market my own stuff, so I kind of just fell in love with it after the first video. I’d say what let me to YouTube was something that I’ve always really wanted to do but never really had the platform to do it and I discovered a platform and then I just went with it.

30 SHE CANADA Photographs Courtesy of Rick Matharu SHE CANADA 31 Trolls are unavoidable on the internet today. How do you deal with negativity that shows up in the comments section?

If you do anything in the public eye you need to have super, super thick skin because it doesn’t matter what you do, there will be people hating on you. Aside from having thick skin, it’s just that I really love what I do and I feel like anyone who does anything in the public eye you have to really truly love what you do because that’s the only way you can deal with the negativity that people give you.

If you don’t believe in what you’re doing and you read hate comments, it really, really sucks because you don’t even have that passion to keep you going. But when you really love what you do and you read a hate comment, it doesn’t bother you as much because you know all the love that’s out there, you believe in what you’re doing and you’re passionate about it. My rule of thumb is—because sometimes of course, even me, even though now it’s really hard for a hate comment to bother me, there will be some that I read from time to time and I’m like, “Oh my god, this is so annoying, I’m totally going to reply to this person”—so my rule of thumb is, before you do that, reply to a positive comment before you reply to a negative one and that usually changes my mind, that I don’t want to reply to the negative one anymore.

Tell me a bit about Unicorn Island.

Unicorn Island is the name of my clothing line. But more importantly, it is a place I created that anyone can go to. The real meaning of Uni- corn Island if we want to get real deep is that state of happiness, that place of happiness I’ve learned how to get to after depression. If you’re depressed, and you get to that state where you’re better and you’re happy and learn how to love life and love yourself, that is Unicorn Island. On a more light-hearted note, it’s that place where after a long day, you can just relax, be positive. Think Miley Cyrus/Katy Perry’s brain—candy, glitter, unicorns, colour everywhere. A place where there’s no negativity and people can just love everyone else. That’s what Unicorn Island is and that’s where I like to take my viewers when they watch my videos. That place that’s just full of positivity and happiness.

32 SHE CANADA On CBC’s Q back in July you mentioned Bollywood’s big- gest star brought you home with him to meet his family (his daughter’s a fan). We can make our assumptions about which star it was but please share the whole story!

Yes, so life changing moment. Shah Rukh Khan invited me to his house in Mumbai to meet his daughter who’s a huge fan and it was just such a surreal experience. It was the strangest thing because I walked into his house and his daughter and all her friends started screaming and I was so confused as to what was happening and they were screaming over me and I was like, “Do you know who your dad is?” It was strange and he was also telling me how he watches my videos and he was just one of the nicest people I’ve met in my entire life. I think that was probably one of the most validating experiences because it’s also not someone I grew up watching, my parents were familiar with him and also understand the status that he has so for him to invite me to his house and say he’s a fan of mine. I think that was really validating for me and also for my parents to be like, “Okay we’re not going to bug you about this anymore, do your thing, do your videos.” That was really cool. SHE CANADA 33 How does being South Asian shape the image you project as a YouTube Star?

In a lot of my skits I act as my parents who are very much so Indian. But I would say now what I currently do, it doesn’t so much shape what I do because I feel like my content is so universal, people from all cultures can relate to it. I will say that inevitably being South Asian puts me in certain categories whether I like it or not people will refer to me as “that Indian girl on You- Tube” or “she’s one of those Indian YouTubers” and I’m like no I’m not, I’m just a YouTuber, I’m an entertainer, I don’t need to be categorized. I just talk about the culture I grew up in but only because I know everyone else can relate to it. I don’t want to be one of those people that goes out of my way just to cater to South Asian people. I want to cater to everyone.

The music video #Leh proved to be a massive success for you. What does #Leh mean and what was it about the video that struck a chord with viewers around the world?

#Leh was a success that really took me off guard because it was the first I ever seriously tried to do music and a music video. Although it’s still playful and silly it was what I’d like to consider a serious song because it’s not a parody. And in fact, it just made Google’s top ten viral videos of the year so that was really cool.

I think why #Leh was so popular, me and Hum- ble [The Poet] always talk about this, is I think everyone always has #Leh-worthy moments so the song is about everyone and everyone also knows someone else that the song applies to.

It’s making fun of all the things that people have made ‘cool’ these days. You know rappers in their music videos, it’s full of cars and money and hot people and that’s just the norm so we basically took that and we were like “this is ri- diculous”, we should make fun of this. I think that’s why it’s so popular because people could just relate to it and agree.

34 SHE CANADA I live in the UK (South Asian/Ca- nadian by origin). Friends of mine here from all over the world—Af- ghanistan, the Caribbean, Eastern Europe—are fans of your videos. Why do you think the topics you touch on resonate so well universally?

I think it’s kind of similar to what I mentioned before. I talk about things that probably happen to every single person. A big part of my comedy is my parents, me fighting with my parents, family parties, or whatever it is and everyone can relate to that and if you live in Afghanistan, or the Caribbean, or Eastern Europe you probably deal with your parents the same way. I have videos called “Types of Annoying People at the Movies” because you can relate to that no matter where you live.

I’m like, “Hey, this is me, I’m a person, I have flaws and these are the annoying things that happen to me.” I have people like, “Oh my god, me too!” Or maybe they’re all just laughing at me or they like my hair. I’m not really sure.

Lilly Singh posts videos twice a week on her YouTube channel IISuperwomanII.

Join her on her adventures by subscribing or following her on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr and Google+. SHE CANADA 35

Special Feature

By Emily Durhan

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In addition to developing talent, MAX also is highly regarded for developing companies. Their diverse database of models, actors and industry insiders will help brands take off at a significantly lower price than traditional ad agencies. Their creative takes on branding both companies and people are praised not only in Toronto, but also across Canada. If you are ready to work with the most notable names in talent and explore your talents contact MAX agency. It is time to take your career to the MAX.

Ready for the spotlight? Contact MAX Agency at (416) 482-5392 or check out their website at www.maxagency.com 36 SHE CANADA Special Feature

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SHE CANADA 37 38 SHE CANADA SHE CANADA 39 40 SHE CANADA SHE CANADA 41 42 SHE CANADA SHE CANADA 43 THE NEW CURRENCY OF THE MUSIC INDUSTRY

by Aly Zorn

Scantily clad and dancing provocatively, she she raps, “Oh my gosh, look at her butt… yeah moves to the beat of the latest top 40 hit. The he loves that fat a**.” lyrics describe her body in the most unsubtle of ways, erring on the side of pornographic, but In comparison to the accompanying music vid- this comes with no shock. It is only another pop eos, the lyrics are a walk in the park. Both Booty spectacle, among others to grace the airways and Anaconda feature the female artists wear- and TVs, like so many more before her; the ing skin tight, barely there clothing, gyrating common language of the female pop artist. We and grinding. The moves are so provocative that are no stranger to the demoralization of women one loses all sense of the music video’s plot; or in a male dominated music industry, but in a was there even a plot beyond naked women to new phenomenon, women themselves willing- begin with? ly–some happily—condone and partake in the juvenile perspective. These female singers are not alone in their sexual endeavours and self-objectification. Who could Music is a powerful medium that has the abil- forget Miley Cyrus’s twerking or Rihanna’s strip- ity to alter minds and sway entire generations. per clad music video to Pour It Up. The list goes We witnessed its persuasion with the introduc- on, encompassing almost every chart topping tion of Rock, and can now observe how iconic female singer. It is obvious that the music indus- bands like the Beatles inspired people to believe try has devised a selling instrument even more so unwaveringly in the messages of their music. powerful than musical talent, because why only Technological advances have given music twen- sell an artist’s songs when you can sell an entire ty-four/seven availability, resulting in an even persona or her availability for sex. greater presence and longer message life. With ease of access through almost all our devices, its The music industry knows they can manipulate penetration reaches listeners of a younger and men and women to affix on to a false idol to the younger age. These two contributing factors in- point of obsession, the driving factor contrib- sinuate that despite the lack of importance and uting to consumer dollars spent. Women have value in the messages of songs today, they are historically been second to men and in this male perhaps even more potent. dominated industry, evolution in terms of gender equality just does not seem to have the same There has been an increasing trend of female selling potential as female sexuality. artists emphasizing sexuality, exploiting the fact that sex sells to compete in an environment that Therefore, women become packaged and man- praises women on their ability to be sexy. While icured to fit these false ideals and manipulated less obvious in the past, sexual innuendos have into believing it was their own idea; isn’t this become so blatant they are no longer sugges- symbolism what every woman wants, including tions, but more like commands. myself? In a published study in Psychological Science , Dr. Rachel Calogero at University of Most recently we have all been subject to the Kent stated that putting primary value and in- booty craze. Artists like J Lo, Iggy Azalea and vesting in appearance domains or viewing one- Nicki Minaj introduced songs central to a wom- self in terms of a sexual object is highly corre- an’s bottom, stating that men will only appreci- lated to women devaluing and investing less in ate you if it’s large in size. J Lo and Iggy Azalea social action. In other words Calogero explains sing in their newest song, Booty, “Big, big boo- that because of self-objectification, one is less ty… What you got a big booty… shake that… likely to report perceiving anything wrong with the way she moves, I know you want her.” While the gender status quo. in one of Nicki Minaj’s latest songs, Anaconda,

44 SHE CANADA SHE CANADA 45 An even greater concern arises over the age of listeners, especially when young and impres- sionable minds do not yet garner the skills to decipher the musical messages. It is the young fans that are the most in jeopardy, since their minds are not fully developed and perhaps the most malleable. For example, two of Nicki al singers and has also had a tremendous effect Minaj’s die-hard fans Sophia Grace and Rosie, on all young females. Dr. Anita Gurian, of the ages 11 and 8, were featured on The Ellen De- NYU Child Study Centre, recently discussed generes Show because of their “cute” obsession the mental health of young girls. The article lists with the artist. While they are too young now to eating disorders, low self-esteem and depression fully understand the content, it definitely leaves as the most common mental health problems, a lasting impression, becoming embedded into with girls twice more likely to be depressed by developing morals. Over the past decade the the age of fifteen than boys. reaching the ears of youth, as a constant force sexualisation of women has intensely increased, of manipulation, but there is some hope. Art- paired with the rising number of young fans it WIn one conducted survey, fifty-nine percent of ists like Adele, Florence Welch, of Florence and produces this frightening realization. girls in grades five to twelve are dissatisfied with the Machine, and Lorde remain faithful to their their body and seventy-three percent of girls artistic identity, relying on this alone to connect It’s simply undeniable that the music industry aged eight to ten dressed and talked like teens. with fans. has a profound effect on youth, especially young In pre-teen years girls are first confronted with girls. Another prime example is from within decisions concerning sexuality and the focus Unfortunately they are only a few drops in a sea the industry itself. Rising star Ariana Grande shifts to the body, which is viewed as her en- of vulgarity, making us question whether a larg- exploded on to the music scene with her hit sin- tire worth. According to Dove, by the time she er player must step in. Radio and TV program- gle Problem. Apparently the songstress always reaches seventeen, only three out of ten girls will mers have an enormous amount of power and knew she desired stardom and recently told be satisfied with the way they look. The music could easily take into consideration the message Marie Claire that the kind of music she want- industry sets an unattainable goal, teaching girls and audience of the music before deciding if ed to make was a little too mature for the then that to be desirable they must be sexually avail- or when to play and promote it. Ultimately the fourteen-year-old. Grande clearly has indisput- able. To not only make it in the music industry, power always lies in the consumer. We must able talent, her vocal range has been compared but also to be successful in life they have estab- thus take it upon ourselves to restrict what we to Mariah Carey’s, but the pop star has a pre- lished female sexuality as the new currency. can from our young family and friends, as well mature and naive sexual awareness, arguably as take everything with a grain of salt. A curren- inspired by her musical idols. Of course the These over-sexualized songs, with little to no cy can fund a generation, but an idea or belief is reach of the industry far surpasses aspiration- artistic value have been in frequent rotation, what shapes it. 46 SHE CANADA MUSIC IS A POWERFUL MEDIUM THAT HAS THE ABILITY TO ALTER MINDS AND SWAY ENTIRE GENERATIONS. SHE CANADA 47 SHEPRENEUR ANGELA AL-SWITI, CO-OWNER OF KLOZÈT MÒD

by Harpreet Brar

ngela Al-Switi was born and raised in a Middle Eastern What made you begin a career in fashion?: I’ve always loved shopping household in Ottawa, Ontario. Of Lebanese and Syri- with a natural interest in fashion but my interest in the industry really an origin, she felt the pressure to follow the tradition- started when I worked in retail. There I learned how to work with cus- al expectations: school; marriage and children. But she tomers, how things function, product inventory, promos, and the fast- alwaysA knew she wanted more for herself. Two years ago, she saved up paced movement of the business. Then, once I graduated from college enough money and mustered enough courage to move to Toronto, a city with a degree in business, I knew I wanted to incorporate my passion. that sparked her inner entrepreneur. Her love for fashion, coupled with a What kinds of trends and apparel will you find on your online store?: The strong business acumen, and the motivation to succeed, created the per- average fashion inspired consumer can browse through unique statement fect blue print for Klozèt Mòd to come about. Tell us about your online pieces for attention-grabbing party dresses, a casual outfit for the day, or boutique, Klozèt Mòd: Klozèt Mòd is an online retailer of fashion forward a little something to spice up a corporate outfit while standing out from apparel for progressive young women. KM the rest. KM is a unique online cloth- was designed as a household name that has “WE’RE NOT HIGH FASHION AND WE’RE ing store using innovative marketing been growing since the founders, Angela methods that other online boutiques Al-Switi and Anthony Thomas, started the NOT PRETENTIOUS; ITS ABOUT YOU AND aren’t using. How would you compare company in 2013. Anthony is the brains HOW COMFORTABLE AND CONFIDENT your prices to other online boutiques? behind the business; he is the eyes behind YOU FEEL” Our prices are competitive as we al- all our campaigns and advertising, a crucial ways wanted to provide women with part to any business operating online. The infrastructure of KM was built the latest trends at affordable prices without sacrificing style or substance. by him, he likes to use the term called an “echo effect” where it allows us Where do you see the online shopping industry heading?: The number of to market the boutique across all social platforms with just a single update. working women is increasing. So there is no free time available to go to We are also both fashion fanatics, committed to the goal of connecting any retailer and buy something. It’s quicker to shop from your smart- with our customers. We are fun, fashion forward, and our collection is phone sometimes. There are lots of innovations which will definitely at- designed to emphasize individuality and uniqueness. We believe there’s a tract buyers online. The cost is very low in online shopping businesses; “Mod Girl” side to every girl, and that’s what we want our clothes to ac- therefore, they can offer more and more discounts. Also with the world

centuate - your personality and style. We’re not high fashion and we’re not having gone digital, online shopping has become easier. Go to http://

pretentious; it’s about you and how comfortable and confident you feel. klozetmod.com to learn more about what Angela has to offer. KLOZÈT MÒD IS AN ONLINE RETAILER OF FASHION “ “FORWARD APPAREL FOR PROGRESSIVE YOUNG WOMEN 48 SHE CANADA SHE CANADA 49 50 SHE CANADA SHE CANADA 51 HEPRENEUR MC LINX GETS THE PARTY STARTED

by Harpreet Brar

rom hosting events alongside Janet Jackson and Neyo, to I have also recently had the honour of being OB Obrien’s DJ, which I am being recognized as one of Toronto’s most illustrious DJs sure you all know is [rapper] Drake’s artist who is signed under OVO. in the industry, MC Linx has acquired a name for himself. Where do you see yourself in five years? To be one of Canada’s or North Beginning his journey in the year 2000, Linx stepped into America’s Top Hosts whether it is on TV or Radio. Do you have a piece of theF broadcast industry when he was a host for McMaster University’s 93.3 advice for an aspiring student in Broadcasting?: Network! That is the most FM where he introduced the show, “Urban 4play”. SHE had a chance to important thing you can do. Build relationships and brand yourself a lot. catch up with the MC, whose voice can be heard in countries such as Ger- Also, smile when you talk. Listeners will hear the difference. What do you many on mix tapes. You’ve previously been love most about your job? Is there an- named as “MC of the Year” by Stylus, what “NETWORK! THAT IS THE MOST ything you don’t like so much?: What I does that mean to you?: Wow! Definitely a IMPORTANT THING YOU CAN DO”. love most about my job is being able true honour. I guess it means I am doing to network with Canadian artists, something right. No but seriously, it really means a lot to be recognized as showing them that there is still an outlet for artists to play their music that. Especially all of the hard work I have put throughout the years. through me. Also, it is such a great feeling to connect with listeners and You’ve hosted concerts for artists such as NeYo, Kardinal Offishal, Janet Jack- talking about things that they can relate with and obviously playing the son and more. Are there any more iconic celebrities you’ve been able to host best music on Toronto’s best station, G98.7 FM. As far as anything I don’t for?: Correct and that just names a few. Also (which a lot of people don’t like, nope. This is a dream come true for me and I have just started. There

know about me) I am a DJ as well. I have always known how to DJ but just is more to my journey to come. Catch MC Linx on “The Hook-up” from

recently I decided to promote the fact that I can. And with that being said Monday to Friday, 7PM-10PM on G98.7. BUILD RELATIONSHIPS AND BRAND YOURSELF A LOT, ALSO SMILE“ “ WHEN YOU TALK. LISTENERS WILL HEAR THE DIFFERENCE

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54 SHE CANADA IN DATING NUMBERS THE US HAS IN THE US THE MATCHMAKING/DATING 2 MILLION COACH BUSINESS GENERATES PER YEAR MARRIAGES ANNUALLY IN 2011 $2.6 MILLION

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SHE CANADA 55 There has been a notion that most guys don’t care or put BACHELOR PAD much effort into their dwellings. Somewhere to sit, check; somewhere to shower, check; and somewhere to sleep, check. Nowadays there are so many design ideas that MUSTS make it so easy to set up your pad just right. With these tips, your place will be the go-to for a guy’s game night or a cozy night in for date night. Either way your pad will be a place where you actually want to hang out in. Here are a few must haves to make your pad the ultimate living space.

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56 SHE CANADA HE Fashion

CLASSIC MEETS SPORTY

Classicism and chic sportiness are a few of the men’s spring/summer trends to look out for, in 2015.

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SHE CANADA 57 ack in March 2013 SHE covered The Cinema Suite at the ultra-luxurious hotel Taj 51 Buck- Bingham Gate in London, England. Styled by world-renowned Kolkata-based designer Sab- and Jaguar damask walls. Modern, minimalist yasachi Mukherjee, the suite is a two-bedroom and sleek, the space features the hallmarks of bohemian wonderland of fine art, carefully cu- Jaguar throughout. “We picked the furniture rated antiques and a state-of-the-art in-room very specifically to portray that modern feel,” cinema. Now, for the gentlemen, Taj 51 Buck- says Ian Callum. The clean-burning fuel fire- room. One is a little bit softer than the other. ingham Gate presents the Jaguar Suite. place is reminiscent of the automobile’s signa- That’s very Jaguar. It’s that combination of per- ture rear window and the furniture is uphol- formance and softness,” Callum affirms. With interiors overseen by Jaguar’s Design Di- stered using the same fine leather as the cars. rector Ian Callum, the space is a timeless and For those intimately familiar with the nuances minimalist treat for any automobile aficiona- The dichotomy between masculinity and fem- of Jaguar designs, there are certain features in do. With bespoke artwork and installations, ininity is also a pervasive theme throughout. the suite that will make them smile. It is this sort the two-bedroom suite boasts several exclusive “There are elements of Jaguar which can be very of attention to detail that makes the Jaguar Suite amenities. Guests can enjoy a chauffeur driv- masculine and very feminine. That was someone of the most popular at Taj 51 Buckingham en Jaguar and butler service for the entirety of thing we wanted to bring into this environment. Gate. their stay. The 1,832 square foot space itself We have a fairly masculine study; it’s very tech- features sleek furniture and décor alluding to nically orientated. You’ve got the bedrooms. You Jaguar models, both classic and contemporary. have a masculine bedroom on one side and on To book the Jaguar Suite call +44(0)20 7769 7766 On entering the space, guests are greeted by the other side it’s actually quite a feminine bed or email [email protected].

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THERE’S POWER. THERE’S MONEY. AND THEN THERE’S THE JAGUAR SUITE SHE CANADA 59 HE GROOMING

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The on-going conflict in Gaza has struck a chord here at SHE and in many hearts as the need for aid increases. Islamic Relief Canada is at the forefront of organizations providing aid. The organization has been fundraising relief services for more than 25 years across 35 countries, and are currently putting their resources towards Palestinians. Over 2000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli bombardments. Of that, 600 of the Palestinian victims killed are children. While vital medical and food supplies dwindle, Islamic Relief Canada is fundraising for medical aid, food aid and non-food items, as well as hygiene and sanitation kits for the Al-Shifa hospital and clinics. SHE cares and is emphasizing the need to take part. We are now accepting donations through [email protected] where you will then receive a charity receipt on behalf of Islamic Relief Canada. Donate today and enable us to send help, hope and compassion to those suffering at this time.

68 SHE CANADA COLLECTING DONATIONS FOR OUR SISTERS Canned foods, blankets, clothing, shoes are all accepted SHE Cares is also collecting money donations to [email protected] For more information please call (416) 644-7788 or email us at [email protected]

HELP OUR SISTERS IN THIRD WORLD COUNTRIES WHO SHE CARES ARE SUFFERING FROM LACK & OF FOOD AND SISTERS ‘Я’ US SHELTER founded by FATIMA, AMNA & SHAKIRA ZAIDI SHE CANADA 69 especially among children, who need all kinds of nutrients to grow and develop healthily. A family who has a sack of rice will be able to spend its daily cash supply on other food items and will thus eat sufficiently and have a more balanced diet. he economic situation in the Palestinian West Bank is Tbecoming desperate. Due to the political situation in the region, A sack of rice will enable family providers to adequately feed their economic activities are at an all-time low and unemployment is on the families for a month or more. Assuming an average family size of seven, rise. Even people who are employed suffer as their employers, notably which is a conservative estimate in Palestine, 2,450 people will benefit the Palestinian National Authority, are unable to pay their salaries. It is from this project, at least two thirds of them children. A mere four Euro estimated that presently 65 percent of the population in the West Bank are sufficient to improve a person’s nutrition for a whole month. lives in poverty. This means hidden starvation, especially for families who already were poor before the current economic recession and do Dear LFT donors: When you sit down for your daily meals, think of not have reserves to fall back on. Families headed by a woman and those who look at an empty table and have to go to bed hungry. By without a male breadwinner, the sick and the elderly are hit hardest. giving a small part of what you spend on food every month, you can Most Palestinian families are large. In some regions, the average family significantly improve their lives. comprises no less than nine members, most of them children of school age, who all rely on a sole breadwinner. To Donate or Get Involved Contact: Humanitarian Relief Society (HRS), a Palestinian humanitarian organization active in the West Bank, especially in Arroub refugee September Lodge, Village Way, camp, therefore proposes to distribute a 20-kg sack of rice to 350 Little Chalfont extremely poor families. Rice is the main staple of the Palestinian diet Buckinghamshire and is eaten for lunch and frequently dinner. Most families cannot HP7 9PU afford to purchase a sack of rice and resort to buying small quantities on a daily basis. Little money remains to purchase other ingredients of [email protected] a nutritious meal, for example vegetables, cooking oil and meat. Eating Tel: +44 (0) 1494 762 063 only or mainly carbohydrates leads to malnutrition in the long run, Fax: +44 (0) 1494 762 286 Mob: +44 (0) 7798 761 020 / +44 (0) 7798 769 030 70 SHE CANADA The Lady Fatemah Charitable Trust is one of the first charities to use its own unique text code, LFCT14, to raise funds by using JustTextGiving, a service available to Vodafone subscribers internationally.

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SHE CANADA 71 DUBLIN By Ameena Iqbal & 1200 YEARS OF IRISH Aly Zorn HISTORY IN ONE DAY

It was so quiet that the sound of the metal door being unlocked echoed through the room like an unexpected rumble of thunder. The rusted hinges creaked like a slow, frightened squeal cut short by overwhelming fear. Our feet shuffled softly against the bare floor as we slowly made our way through the narrow halls.

We were following our tour guide through the deserted rooms of Kilmainham Gaol, Dublin’s in- famous 18th century prison. Her voice echoed against the cold stone walls as she told us haunting stories of those who had been imprisoned and executed here. Leaders of the rebellions of 1798, 1803, 1848, 1867 and 1916 were all detained at Kilmainham Gaol. Outside in the courtyard, a cross marked the spot where several of them were executed. Throughout the tour everyone was silent, and I couldn’t tell whether the chill running down my spine was because of the temperature or the eerie atmosphere. The stillness in the building, the stark rooms and empty prison cells made it seem like no one ever inhabited this place, but the names carved by prisoners into door frames were a sudden reminder that many spent years of their life here in cold, dark solitude.

A tour of the Kilmainham Gaol is a riveting glimpse into the profound history of Dublin, a city that’s steeped in history. From the delicate beauty of the calligraphic art of the Columbanus times, the dark tales of the Irish Rebellion, to the magnificent architecture and gastronomy that is present today, Dublin is a compact city full of experiences that will send you travelling through time. way to Marsh’s library. Tucked into a quaint nook of a tiny street, Marsh’s library is a beauti- ART AND LITERATURE fully preserved collection of books dating back to the late Renaissance and early Enlightenment Twelve hundred years ago, a group of monks in a Columbanus monastery created what is consid- periods. It was the first public library in Ireland ered today to be Ireland’s finest national treasure. The Book of Kells is a hand-crafted masterpiece when it opened in 1707. The building still boasts of Western calligraphy featuring four Gospels of the New Testament. Handwritten calligraphy is all the original furnishings like the carved and brought to life with rich gold leafing and illustrations of Christian symbols, human figures, animals, lettered Irish oak shelves, seating, and three fur- mythical creatures, swirling motifs, Celtic knots and interlacing patterns in vibrant ink colours. The nished reading alcoves. ornamentation of the Book of Kells is considered to be the most beautiful and complex than any other Gospel books from the era and is open to public visits at the Old Library in Trinity College. The collection of over 25,000 books and 300 manuscripts from the 16th, 17th, and 18th Marble sculptures of 14 of the greatest philosophers and writers of the western world – Plato, Shake- centuries as well as 80 books from before 1501 speare, Socrates among others – greet visitors entering the 18th century Long Room of the Old covering a variety of topics primarily in English Library in Trinity College. Two floors of cherry wooded bookshelves containing 200,000 of the but also in Hebrew, Arabic, Turkish, Russian library’s oldest books rise to meet the beautifully barrel-vaulted ceiling of the room. It is an im- and Latin. Scholars and students can access the pressive sight for tourists who gather in the room, admiring the simple beauty of row upon row of collection by appointment, and tourists are wel- leather-bound books. Because of its popularity, it is sometimes difficult to have a quiet moment in comed during visiting hours to experience the the Long Room to appreciate its serene splendour. So, for a more peaceful experience make your tranquil ambience and to view the book of the day on display.

72 SHE CANADA “From the delicate beauty of the calligraphic art of the Columbanus times, the dark tales of the Irish Rebellion, to the magnificent architecture and gastronomy that is present today, Dub- lin is a compact city full of experiences that will send you travelling through time.”

Lewis Hamilton and Nicole Scherzinger The newer Saint Patrick’s Cathedral was founded GLORIOUS ARCHITECTURE in 1191 and is the largest church in Ireland. Built in an early English Gothic style, the building has Among the endless array of historic buildings a handsome feel with thick walls and heavy but- that line the streets of Dublin, the city is blessed tressing. The organ inside the cathedral is one of to be home to two great cathedrals. The elder of the largest in Ireland featuring over 4,000 pipes. the two is Christ Church Cathedral, which was According to legend, Saint Patrick cut a hole in a founded in 1030 and built upon for several cen- door and thrust his arm inside in an effort to call turies since. a truce during a dispute, coining the expression spot remains Ireland’s longest established café “chancing your arm”. The hole in the door can attracting over a million visitors every year. The numerous additions and restorations have still be seen in the building. Patrons come here to admire the high ceilings, given the Christ Church Cathedral an eclectic chandeliers, and artwork including the set of six feel as parts of the building have been built in stained glass windows created by the Irish artist, different architectural genres from the highly GRAB A BITE Harry Clarke. elaborate Gothic style to the proportional and geometric flavour of renaissance. One of the Once all that walking makes you hungry, pop On the menu you can find freshly baked goods, highlights of the building is its crypt, which is into the Bewley’s Oriental Café for a quick bite soups and sandwiches, hand roasted coffee and, the largest in all of Ireland. and a sip of tea. The business began in 1835 of course, the finest cup of tea in the city. Sláinte! when Charles Bewley brought into Dublin The crypt is full of many fascinating items in- 2,000 chests of tea from China, breaking the On The Road by Zebunnisa Mirza. cluding two statues which are the oldest known monopoly of the East India Tea Company. The secular carvings in Ireland, a stockade which risky move was a success and the Bewley’s brand was once used to punish offenders in Christ quickly spread across Dublin and ultimately Church Place, a plethora of historic books and across Ireland. altar goods, and – perhaps most fascinating of all – mummified remains of a cat “chasing” a rat The Bewley’s café on Grafton Street became a that were said to be found in the church’s gathering place for artists and literati like James organ pipes. Joyce and Samuel Beckett. Today this historical

SHE CANADA 73 74 SHE CANADA CALCULATING DAILY CALORIC INTAKE By John Godfrey

STEP THREE

Apply those numbers and your age into the following formulas.

For men, use: 66 + (13.7 x weight [kg]) + (5 x height [cm]) - (6.8 x age)

For women, use: 655 + (9.6 x weight [kg]) + (1.8 x height [cm]) - (4.7 x age)

This provides you with the amount of calories STEP ONE your body burns keeping itself alive, or your Basal Energy Expenditure (BEE). This would be Weigh yourself on the scale. Measure your accurate if you did nothing but lie in bed all day. height with your shoes off, standing flat on the floor, from the base of your heels to the top of your head.

STEP TWO

Your recommended daily caloric intake is a Convert your weight and height to metric units measure of your basal energy expenditure. if they are not already converted. You will need In other words, how many calories your body your weight in kilograms and your height in burns every 24 hours simply keeping itself alive, centimetres. For a simple short-cut, try typ- plus the calories you burn through activity. ing something similar to “convert 120 pounds If you eat less than this amount, you will lose to kilograms” into Google, substituting your weight. If you eat more, you will gain weight. weight.

Your body fat percentage is a more reliable in- STEP FOUR dicator of fat loss than simply tracking weight. This is because muscle weighs more than fat. Determine your activity level. If you are mostly Consider someone who is lifting weights and sedentary and do nothing all day, multiply the eating healthy and is consequently gaining mus- above number by 0.2 and add the result to your cle at the same time she is losing fat. She may not basal energy expenditure. If you engage in light see any changes on the scale, or she may actually exercise one to three times per week, multiply see her weight increase. However, if she were in- by 0.3. If you exercise most days, multiply by stead tracking her body fat percentage over time 0.4. If you exercise intensely on a daily basis, she would see she is becoming more fit. multiply by 0.5.

Follow these steps to calculate your recom- For example, a sedentary person with a BEE of mended daily caloric intake and estimate your 1,800 needs (1800 + (1800 x 0.2)) or 2,160 calo- body fat percentage. ries per day to maintain her current weight. This is her recommended daily caloric intake.

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rowing up I remember my mom speaking to me in Hindi on a daily basis, both before and after school. Words like kela (banana) and dood (milk) became staples of my morning lingo. Other phrases like “Jaldhi kar,” and “late ho jayenge” meaning “hurry up” and “we’re going to be late” quickly became ingrained in my mind. I knew the meaning of these phrases and used them myself. And so I was exposed to my parents’ native language, learning how to speak it as a child. My mom also played Bollywood movie tracks on our 8-track player at dinnertime as another effort to expose us not only to the language, but also to the music and sounds of the culture.

As an adult, and a mother myself, I’ve lost touch with Hindi and can’t speak it all. My children bear the consequences, as they do not understand the language as well. If I decide to play them a Bolly- wood track, they turn to the television remote. As a mom, I’m constantly on the lookout for ways to help put culture back into my family life.

Sometimes you just need a few tools to help do the talking – or even a few good apps! Here’s my list g of Top 5 Ways to keep your child plugged into a little culture and language in their daily routine. vides The Diwali story of Lord Rama’s return to 1.GET A FUN 3.TAKE CULTURE Ayodhya and has interactive flaps and folds. The story of Diwali is condensed simply on embel- EDUCATIONAL APP TO SCHOOL lished paper, with plenty of space to record personal notes or store keepsakes from family cel- For many of us moms who have been to India, Remember getting notes in your lunchbox? ebrations. The handmade book is an heirloom the monuments alone are filled with history, What about flashcards? Make lunch fun and your family will treasure for years to come. but having to explain that history or culture to educational with Hindi flashcards also available young kids travelling with you isn’t easy. Tam- on Gnaana.com. Astronomers in ancient India arind Tots is not only a great app to travel with deemed each day of the week to be governed by but can also be used to teach history and culture a particular celestial body – the Sun (Surya or ABOUT THE AUTHOR at home. Creators Aarti Khanna and Shameeli Ravi) and the Moon (Chandra or Soma) and 5 Sinha launched the Discover Indian Monu- planets: Mars (Mangal), Mercury (Budh), Jupi- Anjum Nayyar, a Toronto native, has extensive ments feature as part of Tamarind Tots, and the ter (Brihaspati, the Guru of the Devas), Venus experience in the television world as a News app has been on countless “What’s Hot” app lists (Shukra) and Saturn (Shani). Together with Anchor and Reporter. She began her career around the world. Kids can “connect the dots” Rahu and Ketu, these celestial bodies are col- in Chicago, as a Masters Journalism student to construct some of India’s monuments. Once lectively named the navagrahas. Kids will learn at Northwestern University’s Medill School of they complete the activity, kids see a real-life, that each day has its own personality and col- Journalism, specializing in broadcast journal- high-resolution picture of the monument. The our - Mars (red) is a troublemaker, Jupiter (yel- ism and at the city’s suburban regional cable Map of India game lets kids label each of the low) is wise and pious and Saturn (blue/black) channel’s one-hour program. She went to CBS states on an iPad, giving them a great introduc- is strict and stern. The front has the day of the in Washington, D.C. on Capitol Hill during the tion to India’s geography. There’s also a great week in Hindi and the back of each gives a brief Clinton presidency, where she was the Washing- “Let’s explore” section, which educates kids on description. Your children learn the days of the ton Correspondent for WISC-News 3 in Madi- a variety of topics, such as how the Sundial at week in Hindi, and can be a great topic for Show son, Wisconsin and for WMJI-FM in Cleveland, the Sun Temple works, how much gold is in and Tell. Ohio. the Golden Temple, and many more! It’s a real opportunity for South Asian parents to share Returning to Canada, at MTN/A-Channel Win- their memories about India and for parents and 4.USE YOUR nipeg, she covered the province’s pivotal elec- teachers to do collaborative activities with kids. tion and health issues faced by the aboriginal So why not get online and dig deeper into India’s BEDTIME ROUTINE communities. She joined the daily news team rich heritage? at the New VR/A-channel in Barrie, returned to Do you remember your favourite lullaby grow- Toronto to become a reporter/back up anchor ing up? I do. It was, “lala lala lohri.” I went to at OMNI NEWS and reporting, writing and bed with Hindi lullabies as a kid and most of the producing a health segment for the South Asian 2.USE THE KITCHEN time I learned a few words in the process. Today News program. I actually sing some to my own kids from mem- Why not let the food prep do the talking? Gnaa- ory. My son Liam will actually correct me on my Nayyar has won several awards including the na.com is a multicultural website which prides pronunciation when I’m tired. He’ll say, “Mom runner-up Journalism Award for Excellence itself on educating kids growing up in a diverse it’s not choo-ja, it’s sooo-ja.” Many of these old in Women’s Health Reporting from the Socie- world. On the site parents can purchase a wide Hindi lullabies are available on YouTube to play ty of Gynecologists of Canada for her story on range of educational tools and toys for their for your little one. Because I don’t speak Hin- “Breast Cancer Misconceptions in the South children. From alphabet blocks to books and di, the lullabies I learned can help expand your Asian Community,” as well as Best News Sto- puzzles, the options for educating your child vocabulary and help you expose your child to ry 2004 from Toronto EMS for her story on its about their heritage are endless! With Chota songs and new words. multilingual emergency services. She is now Chef, you can take kids on a sensorial tour of Editorial Director and CEO for masalamom- India, dine with Maha Rava Dosa of Mysore, mas.com. practice fractions with Mini Moon Momos from Sikkim and march with Gandhi through 5.USE A KEEPSAKE the salt mines of Gujarat for some home-cooked kutchidi. It’s a great way to introduce the basics FOR CULTURAL of Indian cooking to your little one while having fun. Chota Chef comes packaged in a beautiful CELEBRATIONS tin box, the collection features 20 recipes (one from almost every state or region of India) with You can make a keepsake scrapbook with kids step-by-step pictorial illustrations that make it of all ages to remind them of what things like easy for early readers to follow. Each recipe is Diwali, Eid and other occasions are all about. double-sided (one side for the adult, and one Cut out prayer words and letters and let kids side for the child) on a thick, oversized board find pictures of various family celebrations like and laminated for easy clean-up. The kit also Diwali from year to year to add to their book. comes with a Map Card highlighting the route When it comes to teaching your children about of travel, as well as a Parents’ Guide containing Diwali, The Diwali Story –a book available on Items in this article can be found at the iTunes safety tips and a handy pantry list. Gnaana.com is a fantastic resource. It even pro- Store, Gnaana.com and MasalaMommas.com. MICHELIN-STARRED INDIAN COASTAL CUISINE quilon by Priya Kumar

nderstated. There is no better word to describe the fine dining establishment of Quilon. Nestled in a lane a gem’s throw from Buckingham Palace, Quilon offers patrons South-west coastal Indian cuisine with a story. The story revolves around the chef’s quest for the perfect ingredients, techniques and evolution of old traditions to suit modern tastes. With an ethos that blends ethnic with progressive, Quilon has become a destination for foodies in the well-heeled neighbourhood of Victoria in London, England. During the Christmas season I had the opportunity to catch up with Quilon’s Head Chef Sriram Aylur. Inspired by his father’s work at his restaurant in India, Aylur gave up a would-be career in law to pursue his true passion of culinary artistry. “I remember being fascinated by the smell and aro- mas which used to come from the kitchen—it was my first love.” His father quickly gave him more responsibility in the family business despite still being in school: “It gave me the overall perspective of the restaurant. It was the best training I ever received.” Aylur joined the luxury hotel group Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces in 1989. Having been the head chef at Gateway Hotel in Bangalore, he says, “It was here that I strengthened my thoughts and shaped my desire to unfold the potential of southern Indian cuisine.” Have I mentioned Quilon was awarded a Michelin star in 2008, maintaining it to this day? Notoriously tight-lipped about his accolades, my conversation with Chef Sriram Aylur unfolded as follows: 80U SHE CANADA The journey your spices take from India to the purpose is lost. It is to speak about how good the or it is not presented the way one would like to diner’s plate is a part of Quilon’s mandate. Tell dish is, so that is what we try and do. see it. What happened was that we took the best me about it. of the Western world and of the Indian, we took What was your path to coming to this specific great ingredients such as chocolate and we also What happens is there are three things; one is restaurant? I understand you have been with have this whole sensibility and understanding of that you want to make sure you are using the Taj Group before. spices and flavours and such. When you look at right spice, because that makes a difference in it, you think that is so Western but when you what we make. For example for the right chillies, I have been with the Taj for 25 plus years. I was eat it, it is very Asian in feel and flavour. That is the right peppercorn. Two is to make sure it is part of the team that did the restaurant in Ban- what we try to achieve. right, we also need to get it from the right place, galore called Karavali. Quilon is an inspiration so a certain variety of chilli has to come from a of that restaurant. Indian food is more than just Tell me about the unique décor in Quilon. Were certain place. And the third thing is that is has one style, and we thought it was a great opportu- you involved? to be from the right season. We do not want an nity. That is how this idea came up; the company old harvest that has been lying somewhere, so asked me if I would like to do it. I took the offer. Of course, I was very much involved since the you want to make it as fresh and as best as possi- concept stage. We have tried to use inspirations, ble. We try to import it depending on the season Earning the Michelin Star. Can you talk about motifs of the South-west Coast and used it to and we keep track of that. how that came about? Especially with the film interpret it, in a modern way. For example, you that recently came out, Hundred Foot Journey, know this [wooden] screen [covering the win- And the dehydration process also happens in top chefs have become a huge inspiration. dows]. When you enter you will see it. A little India? motif on the floor, it is inspired by what they I’m telling this with all sincerity, we did not do use in the South, which they also call Rangoli or Yes. Here you can’t find the sun, their sun it is things to gain a Michelin Star. We did it because Kolam, the little design they put with rice flour. natural. we thought it was the right thing to do. We kept We got those ceramic plates hung on the wall improving our product as much as we should like fish scales; but at the same time, we made South-west Coastal fare comes from much tra- and with the feedback we got back from guests. sure that none of them looked the same. It is dition and soul; when creating dishes for a con- I’m sure the Michelin has been watching us do- also interpreting nature, which is saying that temporary palate, how do you maintain both ing this from the time it began and then we just everything is unique. Or for example the ceiling, elements? suddenly got it, which was great. The reason I’m it is wavy [like the ocean]. saying that is because we did not work towards Firstly, contemporary is kind of too broad and getting it but we got it for what we did. It kind of And tell me about the artist who’s work is hung too generic. I like the word progressive because makes you feel so natural in what you do, rath- around the space. I think it is more inclusive, and it is a logical way er than pretend to second somebody, especially of taking whatever one is doing. We hope when a Michelin, who does not have a white paper This is Paresh Maity, who is a very famous Indi- you order a dish you may know or not know saying this is what you need to do to get it. It an artist and a good friend of the Taj and a good which dishes we have created, which dishes are was the most natural/recognizable way for us to friend of mine. We requested him to do some from the original. When you enjoy the meal it achieve it. paintings, especially for us. Paresh has done a looks like it is part of the repertoire, rather than wonderful job for us, and also because he uses it is standing out, as if it is outsmarting others. Your dessert menu is quite inventive. How do those colours that are so vibrant and so Indian you come about mixing such unique ingredi- and still it is modern and contemporary in its The whole ethos of eating an Indian meal or ents—like rose and milk chocolate—that hav- feel. any Asian meal is ordering multiple dishes and en’t really been done before? sharing right? So you are not ordering one dish Quilon is located at 41 Buckingham Gate, Lon- and eating one dish. You can’t have dishes that Firstly we have realized people avoid Indian don SW1F6AF. If you find yourself in London, don’t complement each other, because then the desserts in its direct format. It may be too sweet make reservations at +44(0)20 7821 1899. WHEN YOU LOOK AT IT YOU THINK THAT IT SO WESTERN. “ “ WHEN YOU EAT IT, IT IS VERY ASIAN IN FEEL AND FLAVOUR

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SHE CANADA 83 WINTER BLUES? WINTER BLISS! By Neha Naviwala and Roxanne Ziman

We hate to break it to you, but this winter’s been a bad one. You’ve been battling the cold weather blues since November—and the dry skin that comes along with it. So turn up the heat and treat yourself at one of these great city spas.

84 SHE CANADA lush and lavish Are you a nature lover? Lush and Lavish Salon and Spa is one of the few certified Green spas in the city. Replete with Oriental touches, the spa serves tea and organic delica- cies to its customers to help escape the1 dreadful cold—if only for a little while. The spa’s signatures treatments include the Organic Microdermabrasion Facial (75 minutes; $110). Lush and Lavish also doubles as a hair salon and laser clinic, so it’s the perfect place to go and get your skin, hair, and body refreshed and renewed from the harsh winter’s day. novo spa

Novo Spa in Yorkville will offer you the full 200 Ossington Ave. 4 gamut of spa services, and thanks to the spa’s www.lushandlavish.com more balanced offerings for both women and men than you’ll find at other places, you can make a day of it with that special someone. The spa also boasts some standout luxury features, including a luxury couple’s suite, a spa cuisine, specialized tea rituals, and dedicated relaxation lounges. From their Eminence Organic Cus- tomized Facial to the Aroma Colour Therapy Sauna to full day spa packages for both singles and couples, Novo Spa offers a lavish upscale body blitz get-away in charming Yorkville.

Rejuvenate by “taking the waters” at Body Blitz 66 Avenue Rd. Spa. The spa’s famous Therapeutic Waters Cir- www.novospa.ca cuit harnesses the natural power of water therapy and massage to soothe aching muscles, natural ‘Dead Sea salt bath’ exfoliation, and a The Spa at the Hazelton Hotel is ideal for those pore-tightening cold plunge pool, which also 2 in need of a relaxing break after strenuous and helps to regulate your core body temperature tiring travel, offering treatments such as the and heart rate. A minimum of an hour and up to Jetlag Facial and Anti-Fatigue Leg treatment 2.5 hours is recommended for maximum bene- (combined treatment, $220 for 90 minutes) or fit from the waters, and access to the circuit is the Copper Relaxation Body Rub ($120 for 60 included when you book any of the spa’s other minutes). With a full range of services housed treatments and services, or it is $54 for just the in Toronto’s “most exclusive 5-star hotel,” a ho- visit. What’s more? This spa is for women only, tel package that includes lovely, spacious suites, and it’s clothing-optional. Sorry, guys! breakfast for two (with room service), and $150 3 worth of credit which can be used toward ser- 471 Adelaide St. West; 497 King St. East vices at The Spa, this is the ideal spot for a luxu- bodyblitzspa.com hammam spa rious weekend get-away after your get-away.

Step out of your hectic urban routine and into 118 Yorkville Ave. a relaxing Arabian oasis at Hammam Spa. This www.thehazeltonhotel.com/offers/spa award-winning spa offers the best of a millen- nia-old Roman-Turkish bath tradition rein- vented with New World chic. Essential oils in- fused in the deep heat of the co-ed Hammam hazelton hotel Steam Room will refresh and revitalize your skin and help your body release built-up stress and toxins ($55 per visit). Immerse yourself in a candlelit and rosemary scented environment with the traditional Hammam Turkish bath treatment ($125 for 60 minutes) or a Derma- logica Custom Facial ($130 for 60 minutes), a uniquely designed skin therapy guaranteed to 5 be the best in the city. 602 King St. West www.hammamspa.ca

SHE CANADA 85 THE EVENT WAS ANCHORED BY SEVEN SPOTLIGHT PRESENTA- TIONS GIVEN BY LEADING ENTREPRENEURS AND PROFESSIONALS

The event was anchored by seven spotlight pres- entations given by leading entrepreneurs and professionals. Among them were Mahana Syed of GLOW Academy, Geisha Chin of GR Fitness, and Simone Atungo, the Director of the Toronto Housing Corporation, each taking the opportunity to highlight not only their successes, but their struggles as well. With every presentation heads were nodding in approval, and eyes were lighting up with inspiration as the speaker’s stories resonated with the crowd. An underlying theme amongst the talks was the fact that everyone faced obstacles, even the most successful BEAUTY women, but they did not let them hinder their focus or their drive.

Although the theme was beauty, so many amaz- OF ing businesses and organizations were repre- sented (besides the ones mentioned above), among them Body By Chosen, Organo Gold, ROI Realty, Women’s Worth Photography, BUSINESS KRISH Makeup, Mount Sinai Hospital, and By Rasheeda Ali Selwyn Richard’s The Art of Catering, which provided artfully styled and delicious Caribbe- an food for attendees to munch on during the event. Positive energy radiated from every corner of the room as everyone took the chance to get to know one another and share their experiences, both professional and personal. There were women not only exchanging business cards, but also making plans to meet after the event; communities and support networks were quickly being formed.

Within a few hours, a room filled with strangers was transformed into one filled with new friends. Clean up began, and yet people were still milling around, circling spotlight presenters If you were anywhere near the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts back in November, in deep conversations, or just standing back tak- you may have noticed sparks flying in the air above the building. Inside, a group of incredibly pas- ing everything in. It was a sight to behold, and it Isionate, driven and inspirational women met for the Beauty of Business event, organized by Ally seemed apparent that Ally’s vision for the event Glasgow of AMAG Communications and sponsored in part by yours truly, SHE Magazine. The had been realized. AMAG Communications did energy in the room was electric, as entrepreneurs and professional leaders took the opportunity to a remarkable job organizing and facilitating the network and share their experiences with the eager crowd. event, while the businesses and organizations participating offered wonderful examples of Ally created the event mainly because she recognized how important it is for women to build rela- success and inspiration to everyone who attend- tionships with each other and share their professional knowledge. These stories are a goldmine of ed. Events such as the Beauty of Business are so information and inspiration, but finding them and building networks with the women behind them important, as providing people with the oppor- can be a challenge. The Beauty of Business helped to change that by connecting successful women tunity to connect with one another is really the with others searching for the advice and inspiration needed to kick-start their own dreams. first step to success in any realm. 86 SHE CANADA 5 6 BURT’S BEES Beeswax lip balm with vitamin BEAUTY E & peppermint device The 100% all natural product is one of the richest in vitamins, essential fatty acids and nourishing lip balm product out there. One can never go wrong with this super REVIEW hydrating formula. The company has also supported the onset bee colony collapse disorder since SHE has developed a collection of new and 2007, with their Honeybee Health staple products that will hydrate, nourish Improvement Project. To get your winter dryness and keep you looking naturally soft and healthy-looking lips, you are in the right with the vibrant for the last days of winter! Burt’s Bees lip balm.

From lips, eyes, hair, nails and $4.89 grooming, SHE has reviewed some great beauty supplies.

MAC COSMETICS Deluxe pearl fusion shadow: copperluxe The shadow kit contains five complementary shades that are versatile from day-to-night looks. The palette colors include beige salmon with pearl, pale peach, pale gold with pearl, dark brown, brown black with gold pearl. It’s a staple for any skin tone!

$48

REVLON Gold series slant tweezer EAU THERMALE Revlon Slant Tweezer is honestly the AVENE most amazing tweezer ever! They Soothing eye contour cream are designed for a maximum grip as Under the eyes is the most each tip is coated with real diamond sensitive part of the face, and particles to tightly grasp each hair. should therefore be well hydrated Why not treat yourself with the gold with a sensitive lightweight series collection; an amazing tool in formula. The solution is the the most incredible color!. Avène Soothing eye contour cream. This gentle daily formula $17.99 includes antioxidant ingredients for perfect sensitive care!

$27

88 SHE CANADA YSL Rouge pur couture When SHE thinks of amazing lipsticks, hands down it is the YSL collection, specifically the Rouge Pur Couture. The award winning product has released new-generation colours that reflect Mr. Saint Laurent’s original colour palette. The product contains a Coloreveal Technology that provides natural extracts and comforting moisture for the whole day. Try any of these new shades: 31 Rose Fusain, 32 Pourpre Carmin, 33 Rouge Narcisse, 34 Brun Abstrait, 35 Rouge Vernis, and 36 Corail Legende. They will brighten up your day and revive your lips to life, even during these winter blues days!

$35 REVLON Kyoto core nail collection For 2015, Revlon has released an extensive range of 72 shades of Nail Enamel colours. This expertly developed palette of bold seasonal shades complements all skin tones. Show off your nails with the bold colors of the Kyoto Core Nail Collection!

$6.29

REDKEN LANCOME Control addict 28 Hypnose drama instant The high-control hairspray full body volume mascara contains an advanced ultra- firm formula which dries fast, This 2013 Reader’s Choice creates the ultimate hold and Beauty Winner is a definite has an ultimate brush ability for staple mascara to have. The full any last minute quick changes. contact brush, with an S-shaped This product creates the most curve creates the most incredible amazing hold while keeping your fanned out and full body fringe. hair looking and feeling natural. This product instantly gives you maximum lash volume and length. Get rid of those fake $23.76 lashes and welcome the natural looking Hypnôse Drama!.

$31.50

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