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EXCLUSIVE How Tinder Revolutionalized PRIYANKA Online Dating CHOPRA SISTER for GUESS AGNES-MARIAM A Voice for Syria Dancing with the Stars� MARC Cheryl Burke JACOBS Curtain Closer at Louis Vuitton FEB/MAR 2014 $4.99 CAD | Dhs 18.08 AED | £3.28 WHY LULULEMON was talk of Wall Street in 2013 SHE CANADA 3 SHE CONTENT IN EVERY ISSUE: EDITOR’S NOTE 6 SHE ONLINE 7 CONTRIBUTORS 8 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 9 STYLE SCOOP 12 HE 62 ∙ HE Said, SHE Said ∙ Singh Street Style: A Totally New Kind of Fashion Blog ∙ Weekend Looks for HIM SHE CARES 74 ∙ Lady Fatemah Trust Editor/Publisher KAMRAN ZAIDI SHE DEBATES 76 ∙The Hijab in Modern Society HEALTH/WELLNESS 78 ∙ Spring Forward to your Summer Body Executive Editor PRIYA KUMAR ON THE ROAD 84 National Account Director ADRIAN BHATTI ∙ Carnival in Rio BEAUTY 86 Associate Editor LIZ GUBER ∙ Bare Love Beauty ∙ Spring Beauty Product Reviews Art Layout Coordinator JENNIFER RONG ∙Hair Trends: Braids BROWN GIRL PROBLEMS 93 Travel Contributor ROBIN ESROCK QUOTE/UNQUOTE 94 ∙ Famous Quotes on Love Features Contributors KAITLYNN E-A SMITH, AUSTIN ZAKARI Health & Wellness Contributor SAM TROTTA FEATURES: 16 FASHION CENTRAL 22 Social Media Manager ERUM ZEHRA ∙Marc Jacobs’ Final Show at Louis Vuitton ∙ Catching up with Princesse K Social Media Assistants EMILY DURHAM, MARIA POSPELOVA ∙ A Night of Neon: eStylista and Pernia’s Pop Subscription Inquiries: Up Shop Please go to http://shemagazine.ca/subscribe ∙ How lululemon Became the Talk of Wall Street To Contact SHE Canada: COVER STORY 38 Write to SHE Canada, 1999 Avenue Rd., Toronto, ON, M5M 4A5 ∙Priyanka Chopra for Guess Or [email protected], Facebook: SHECanada SPECIAL FEATURES 52 Twitter: @SHECanada ∙Sister Agnes Mariam: A Voice for Syria For Advertising Inquiries: ∙ Allegory and Illusion at the Rubin Museum in NYC Please contact Adrian Bhatti, 416 644 7788, 416 878 0SHE ∙ Prita Chabbra: Singer, Songwriter, Activist [email protected] SOUTH ASIA 50 ∙ The Latest Fashion and Lifestyle Scoop SHE MAGAZINE CANADA IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF KAMRA ON PRODUCTIONS INC. COPYRIGHT © 2014 KAMRA ON PRODUCTIONS INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. PRINTED IN PAKISTAN RESTAURANT REVIEW 68 ∙ Sunday Brunch at Weslodge Saloon Marc BY Marc JacObs Coin Purse $75 SHE CANADA 5 Editor’s note new year is once again upon us. For some it feels as if 2014 snuck up on us, prompting us to resolve matters of health, finance and personal relationships. For others the Aholidays are but a distant memory, and as Valentine’s Day draws near, feelings of excitement, dread or indifference appear. If this winter is to be remembered for one thing, it will undoubtedly be the weather. From Haven’t been getting out much this winter? If NYE was the last time you the unprecedented ice storm that paralyzed parts of Toronto and Ontario just in time for the got all dolled up to hit the town, go to shemagazine.ca for a complete holidays to the extreme cold we experienced in the first week of 2014, this was a season marked by headline making weather. “Polar Vortex” was a term heard by many for the first time this run-down of fun and exciting ideas. If you’re in the mood for something year. It has caused some debate over whether it was a tool used by the media to draw attention more traditional then check out our line up of romantic restaurants and to the issue of Climate Change. Many were quick to point out the hyperbolic nature of the term. lounges. If you’re seeking adventure this V-day, check out our unique date Although the term “Polar Vortex” dates back to 1853, there’s no denying that both sides of the Climate Change debate are eager to draw attention to their cause using any means necessary. ideas that are sure to make an impression on your beloved. And all you single ladies—we’ve got you covered too. This time of year also marks the first cautious signs of spring. Though we are several weeks away from the final thaw, we couldn’t help but look to spring’s awakening in this issues fashion pages. EDITOR We’re previewing the hottest trends to wear once that parka can finally come off. S.M. Kamran Zaidi In the fashion industry change is the only constant. Turn to page 16 for our review of Marc Jacobs’ final collection for French luxury brand Louis Vuitton. (p.16) We also caught up with Princesse K (p. 20) and took a look at lululemon—a company that kept both yogis and Wall Annual Subscription: 6 issues for $12 Street on the edge of their seats in 2013. (p. 26) Mail to: SHE Canada Subscriptions 1999 Avenue Road, Suite 202 In this issue’s SHE Debates section we look at the transformation of the Hijab in modern Toronto, ON, M5M 4A5, Canada western society. The Edmonton Police Force adapted the hijab as a functional part of their uniform and it will no doubt play big role toward a more accepting and diverse future for Canada. NAME (PLEASE PRINT) Within our pages you’ll also find an exclusive interview with Sister Agnes-Mariam. I had the great honour of sitting down with Sister Agnes during her stay in Toronto as part of her North ADDRESS APT#/SUITE American speaking tour. Sister Agnes Mariam is at the forefront of peace activism in Syria, fighting to shed light on the misinformation in mass media and speaking for those who have no CITY PROV./STATE voice. (p.32) COUNTRY POSTAL CODE/ZIP CODE Our cover story celebrates Priyanka Chopra, who is the first South Asian woman to land a Guess EMAIL ad campaign. Priya Kumar offers readers the exclusive story behind the beautiful photographs shot by Canadian music icon Bryan Adams. (p.36) SAVE Cheque (enclosed) Credit Card Lastly, we couldn’t help but weigh in on the Tinder phenomenon. Is this app the future of Expiry Date MM/YY dating? (p.70) 60% Credit Card Number Security Code Just in time for Valentine’s Day, we rounded up some famous words on the subject of love. Whether you’re spending the day with someone special or skipping the festivities and clichés altogether, we urge you to think of love in broader terms. Through friendship or solidarity, charitable acts or simply loving yourself, let’s make this Valentine’s Day count. SHE CANADA 7 Contributors letters to the “What was your most memorable (good or bad) Valentine’s Day?” Editor I found the Holiday Gift Guide in last issue to be unbe- I liked the Holiday Gift Guide for the most part but I lievably helpful. Every time I was drawing a blank on found that there were not many products for men. I what to get my friends, I flipped to the guide! Thank you wish that the guide had catered to both genders equally. for the life-saver! -Dominic, North York -Adrika, Mississauga I was thrilled that you all covered Downton Abbey’s in- The restaurant review in last issue was very in depth terview in last issue, my husband and I cant get enough and really had my mouth watering but I wished that the PRIYA KUMAR ROBIN ESROCK LIZ GUBER of the series or your magazine! We are already looking prices of the dishes had been included so I could better Executive Editor Travel Contributor Associate Editor forward to the next issue. plan when to go! At my Grade 12 Valentine’s Day assembly I spent a night in Quebec City’s magical A few years ago I found myself at Crocodile -Panna, Toronto -Laura, Toronto in 2001 a (not-so-secret) admirer gifted ice hotel. Beautiful, but absolutely freezing. Rock. As a college student this “Raifor- me an embarrassing heart-shaped box of Sleeping in a snow room definitely puts est Cafe for the over-forty set” was the chocolates very publicly. I have yet to live romance on ice. last place I wanted to be. To make matters The spread on New Years Fashion was absolutely gor- the moment down. worse, I hadn’t changed out of my barista geous! It was like you picked the pieces straight out of uniform. my dreams. I hope you continue with the formal wear features in the upcoming issues! -Annalisa, Newmarket The “He said, She Said” portion of last issue was very relatable and really helped me through a tough situa- tion with a close friend. I love how real and honest your advice is, thank you. -Anonymous, Toronto After you wrote about eStylista.com, I check it out and was really pleasantly surprised! They were a great feature and definitely inspired me to try out some new and dar- ing looks. Love it! -Natalia, Scarborough JENNIFER rong KAITLYNN E-A SMITH AUSTIN ZAKARI Art Layout Contributor Features Contributor Features Contributor Dec Back in high school I played hookie one Last Valentine’s Day I spent the night with My most memorable Valentine’s Day was in Valentine’s day and a boy I didn’t even like girlfriends at a pub in small town Scot- 2013 I was skiing in Colorado with my family. showed up at my door with a bouquet of land. We had lots of laughs after a “secret It was so beautiful there with the snow on /JAN roses. I was both flattered and embarrassed admirer” present swap! the mountains and the beautiful scenery. I to no end. was so grateful for all of my blessings, simple and grand. It was a simple celebration of ISSUE family but very meaningful to me as I was surrounded by my husband, son, close friends and family.