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So, I heard this song on the radio a couple days ago - at first, I didn't even know that it wasn't fully an English song. And now, it's like the biggest thing! The song and it's dance moves!
It is definitely a catchy song! (LMFAO style-ish) It is by a South Korean rapper named PSY. The song came out back in July and became a smash hit on YouTube, racking up more than 110 million views. PSY recently signed a deal with Scooter Braun, Justin Bieber's manager.
He's so popular, he recently made an appearance on both the MTV Music Video Awards and the Ellen Degeneres show. On Ellen he even showed Britney Spears the popular dance moves. Check out the video below. "Dress classy and dance cheesy" lol
So, what does 'Gangnam Style' means? I did a little researching. It's a Korean language that refers to a luxurious lifestyle associated with the 'Gangnam district', a trendy area of Seoul. The song is about "the perfect girlfriend who knows when to be refined and when to get wild."
Great song, nice beats and cool moves! Giddy-up, you got the Gangnam style? : )
So great to hear that Toronto is finally getting its very own Fashion's Night Out - happening this Thursday September 6 from 6pm - 11pm.
After hearing about it happening for the past couple years in New York City - which btw was started up by American Vogue 4 years ago to boost the economy. I am looking forward to checking out this event - a night of shopping and parties!
On September 6, from 6pm-11pm, fashionable neighbourhoods/malls such as Yorkville, Queen Street, Holt Renfrew, Eaton Centre and Yorkdale will all be having special events to celebrate. For a list of retailer participating and what's happening, you can check out their website here.
There will also be a special FNO Collection of merchandise - T-shirts and tote bags! FYI- I would love to get one of those T-shirt!! Also check out the FNO PSA - so many celebrities!
Only 2 days away - get your best outfits and credit cards ready! : )
It's the end of August, the CNE is opened, and the days are getting shorter which are all signs that means Summer is unfortunately coming to an end. BOOO!
I can't complain, I loved this Summer - lot's of sun and HOT temperatures. I actually had lots of 'free' time this summer : ) Did lots and great times was spent with friends and family.
Looks like we're going to have some great Labour day weekend weather - last taste of summer. Go out and have a good time!!!
In memory of all the fun times I had this Summer here's a song to sums it all up, Carly Rae Jepsen & Owl City's "Good Time". I love this song - always puts me in a happy mood when I hear it. Another very catchy one coming from Carly - enjoy!
I can't believe that the 2012 London Olympic games will be coming to an end this Sunday August 12.
Just wanted to share some of the many CTV's Believe montages - showing the top moments and best images at the games. And the 'I Believe' song just doesn't get old. The song made famous by Nikki Yanofsky during the 2010 Winter Olympics has been redone by the Tenors for this Summer games. Btw which version do you prefer?
I love watching them! The montages just brings such a great feeling, don't you agree? : )
Check out the latest Ad Campaign from Diesel. It continues last season's theme of 'portraits for successful living'. This time around the campaign is like a series of modern screen test.
The photographer is Steven Meisel and the campaign features some of the most contemporary models, including Canadian's own Coco Rocha. The 'Queen of posing' doesn't disappoint, giving some pretty interesting poses.
I love the look of the campaign. I like how the models are being playful, and showing off their personalities. It's definitely a fun and humorous campaign. What do you guys think?
Now that I'm an uncle to a niece and nephew, I am paying more attention to kids clothing. I was surprised to find that kids clothing can be pretty pricey for the amount of time the kid will be wearing it.
H&M is a great place to get kids clothes. They have lots of selections at great and reasonable prices. Check out the latest Back to School/Fall fashion from H&M. There are some very cool, fun and adorable outfits.
Check out their Back to School commercials - H&M always makes great ones, love them!
The last restaurant I tried out during this past Summerlicious was the Toula Restaurant at Westin Harbour Castle. Yep - the one high atop Toronto's financial district, on the 38th floor. For more info and what was on the menu, click here. We went for their $20 lunch.
It was a nice summer day that day, so the view overlooking Lake Ontario was beautiful! The environment, speaking mainly of the decor was ok. I wasn't a big fan of it - good thing the view made up for it. The service was friendly and the Italian food was very tasty. It's definitely worth checking out. From the 38th floor = a one-of-a-kind dining experience!
“Burano” in-house smoked salmon with caramelized red onion, caper and berries, drizzled with lemon and extra virgin olive oil
Cortina’s wild mushroom “Alessandro” mushrooms lightly sautéed in rosemary and pinot grigio, on a bed of handmade polenta, topped with castel magno cheese fondue
“La Torre” eggplant mozzarella di buffala tower, oven baked & finished with fresh tomato and basil sauce
Stone pressed “arturo” grilled Cornish Hen stone pressed, mustard crusted grilled cornish hen, served with sautéed spinach alla milanese with raisins and pine nuts
Veal Medallion “Serrenisimma” slowly cooked veal medallion with fresh herb and pinot grigio, topped with asiago cheese fondue and sliced black truffle from Norcia, served with garlic and rosemary roasted potatoes
Toula classic homemade vanilla gelato “affogato” topped with espresso coffee
Trio Restaurant was located in Toronto's North York and was part of the Novotel Toronto North York Hotel. For more info and the menu, click here. We went there for a $15 lunch during the Summerlicious period.
It had a nice environment with sleek modern furnishings and style decor which I really liked however I find the layout of the space a bit too open concept. The service and food was good. Worth checking out if you're in the area.
Wild Mushroom Arancini Wild mushroom risotto balls breaded with Panko and fried, served with fire roasted tomato sauce, pesto and parmesan cheese
Chicken Meatloaf Ground Herbed Chicken meatloaf, sautéed green Cabbage & Rapini, drizzled with Soy Plum Glaze
Tartufo Rich Creamy Milanese Vanilla Ice Cream centered with Crème Caramel and rolled with Home made cookies
Apple Blossom Flakey pastry with an apple filling and topped with crumble served with vanilla sauce and walnuts
