Stepping into style, one piece at a time with Smash & Tess

The older I get, the more I find myself embracing simple, classic and comfortable fashion choices.  Looking fabulous while secretly feeling like I’m in loungewear is the ultimate goal.  I recently discovered a brand that has that vibe on lock:…

How to make your friend’s birthday memorable

What sort of birthday boy or girl are you? Are you the type to sweep the day under the carpet and hope no one notices you’re a year older or do you want the world to know it’s your special…

Domanique Grant press photo. Domanique is sitting on a vintage pink couch wearing a yellow jumpsuit

Domanique Grant Tackles Social Media Beauty Standards in Airbrush

Toronto soul-pop singer, songwriter, producer, and director Domanique Grant has released Airbrush, a video challenging beauty norms and standards on social media through a light-hearted, satirical approach. The video was directed by Domanique Grant and Alim Z Sabir, with choreography…

Preparing for a Career in Commerce: B2B or B2C

Our contemporary commercial landscape holds some interesting opportunities. Not the least of which is the rise of the digital age making the global marketplace more accessible. E-commerce has been particularly successful, with sales expected to reach $4.2 trillion this year….

This week on the Reheat: How The World Failed Whitney Houston

Hello, and welcome to The Reheat! This is a column where each week, I write about the highlights of the podcast I co-host with Sadaf Ahsan. Our podcast, also titled The Reheat, re-examines the most salacious scandals of yester-year from…

3 ways to shape up your finances this Fall

Many of us talk about being “beach ready” for summer — but are your finances in shape for the season? Unlike your swimming costume, your money can’t be put away once the weather’s turned cold. Luckily, this time of year…

Workplace Health And Safety Tips That Every Business Owner Should Know

For small firms, workplace safety is a critical factor. It can safeguard you and your staff from work-related accidents or diseases. A dangerous workplace can result in concerns such as workforce shortages, missed deadlines, and higher workers’ compensation costs, all…

Guide to Skin Care Routine for Seasonal Changes

As the seasons change, differences in the weather can bring changes to our skin. This is why it’s also necessary to make sure that you’re changing your skincare routine in time for the change in seasons. Here are some tips…

re.verse and Skratch Bastid on stage

Photos: Skratch Bastid and Friends at CityView in Toronto

Skratch Bastid and Friends brought the party of the summer to CityView in Toronto on August 27th, 2021. The stacked lineup featured performances from Haviah Mighty and Shad, as well as two sets with re.verse, a unique full-band collaboration with…