Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Faze Magazine Issue #50


If you haven't already got your hands on a copy of the latest issue of Faze Magazine yet, be sure to check it out! American pop sensation Austin Mahone graces the cover, plus there are tons of fun articles inside. I contributed to this issue with interviews ft. Icona Pop and Scotty James and I also assisted with the prom style shoot.

Take a look:

Spot me in the Hot Pix pages?

Scotty James Article

Icona Pop Article

'Prom Personalities' Style Shoot

You can find Faze in Indigo/Chapters locations and online at www.faze.ca

- Christina
Follow my adventures on Twitter: @christinaaa28

Sunday, April 28, 2013

EVENT | Samsung Galaxy S4 Preview Party


I've left the Toronto hustle and bustle for a two-week trip back to the west coast - but that doesn't mean I'll be putting my blogging on hold. I've got some exciting stuff planned for my Vancouver visit, so stay tuned!

On Thursday I attended the Samsung Galaxy S4 preview party at the Rocky Mountaineer, a cool train station-turned event venue in Vancouver. What made this party unique was that it was happening in two other cities simultaneously across Canada; in Toronto & Montreal. And they were being live-streamed on large screen monitors throughout the night so we could see what was going on.


There were booths set up for the public to see the brand new phone up close and try all of the cool features it offers, which includes:   
- 5-inch screen display
- 13 megapixel camera
- Dual camera - for those moments you're taking a photo and wish you could be in it...now you can!
- Air view & air gestures




Take a look:




Former MuchMusic VJ and west coast native Jesse Giddings hosted the event. I met him back in Toronto and it was nice to chat with him over here in BC.



The musical guest of the night was Canadian indie-pop band Stars, fresh from their Coachella weekend. They played two sets throughout the event and the crowd was loving their fun and energetic performances.





Samsung was also on the hunt for Vancouver talent to share the stage, through the Infinite Possibilities contest. The winner was Gio Levy - such a great voice!



Each city had different musical guests(Walk Off The Earth in Toronto and Dragonette in Montreal), but they all had one in common: Feist was set to appear at all three. At the same time. How does that work exactly, you might ask? Well, a hologram version of the indie-pop singer were presented at each party. It was pretty cool, but definitely not the same as a live show.


Overall, it was a nice welcome back to BC and I had a great time! Thanks for having me Samsung!


Be sure to find out more about the Samsung Galaxy S4 here:  

- Christina
Follow my adventures on Twitter: @christinaaa28

GIVEAWAY | YSL Baby Doll Perfume Set [CLOSED]


I've got another giveaway for you beauty lovers! This week, you can win this Yves Saint Laurent Baby Doll Collection mini perfume set:
There are TWO ways you can enter:

1. Follow me on Twitter & retweet this:


2. For those of you who are not on Twitter, leave a comment on this blog post with your name & email to be automatically entered.

This contest is open worldwide & runs until Friday at midnight!
GOOD LUCK!! :)

- Christina
Follow my adventures on Twitter: @christinaaa28

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Warby Parker Launches 1922 Collection



A Blast From The Past With A Wearable Future
 
New York-based eyewear company Warby Parker is bringing back the highlights of a memorable time in America’s history books through a collection fit for today’s era. 1922, the year when James Joyce published Ulysses, Louis Armstrong moved to Chicago and the dances were a hoot.

With that in mind, Warby Parker has designed a collection that translates interwar glamour into a wearable future. The 1922 Collection consists of three new frames, all featuring their signature custom acetate and stainless steel. Each style also comes with a sunglasses version. I love the vintage feel!

As well, following their philosophy of building a company to do good in the world, for every pair sold, they are going to distribute a pair to someone in need through their non-profit partners. Not only do they save us money, but they produce eyewear with a purpose - now that's giving back in style!


1922 Collection

PORTER
Wear the Porter, and you’ll be the life of the party. Slim wire temples and bold acetate eyeframes make for a high-contrast splash.
in Gimlet Tortoise
in Whiskey Tortoise
in Gimlet Tortoise
in Whiskey Tortoise

DUKE

Lightweight and perfectly round, the Duke is jolly and carefree—good at the gin mill, great on the open road.
in Gold
in Silver

JOPLIN
Joplin’s wide-spaced eyeframes and fine wire browline add a dash of cheer to any look.

in Gold
in Silver
in Gold
in Silver
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I'm a huge fan of the Porter and I'm hoping to check out these frames in person when I'm in NYC this summer! Their flagship store is located in Soho's historic Cast Iron District. Warby Parker aims to provide boutique-quality eyewear at a fraction of the price.

Find the collection online at warbyparker.com, and at Warby Parker showrooms.

 - Christina
Follow my adventures on Twitter: @christinaaa28
Photos courtesy of Warby Parker 

Sunday, April 21, 2013

CollegeFashionista x Juicy Couture

This month, CollegeFashionista teamed up with Juicy Couture for a collaboration featuring their signature track suits, but with a modern twist. Style gurus were selected to show their own take on different basic pieces and I was one of them!


Each week, ten style gurus are shown on CollegeFashionista.com - here's the feature I was included in:

Check out the full article: http://www.collegefashionista.com/amylevin/collegefashionista-x-juicy-couture-modern-track/

I got my friend to help me out with some photos and here's what we came up with!




Also, if you're on Pinterest, be sure to follow CollegeFashionista's 'Stay On Track' board and see how versatile these pieces really are!


 Thanks CollegeFashionista & Juicy Couture for including me!

- Christina
Follow my adventures on Twitter: @christinaaa28

CMW 2013 Articles on Faze.ca


As I've been trying to catch up on my blogging while juggling school, I'm finally getting a chance to post up the articles that got published on Faze.ca from Canadian Music Week. Below are some screenshots, but feel free to click the links below for the full coverage!

Read the full article HERE 
Read the full article HERE
 
Read the full article HERE

Read the full article HERE

Read the full article HERE

Read the full article HERE

Also check out my photo gallery from the SiriusXM Indie Awards - HERE

- Christina
Follow my adventures on Twitter: @christinaaa28