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The Secret Language of Shy Girls

The Secret Language of Shy Girls

by Cailin Smart, Fashion Editor, for Urbane Magazine Illustration by Rachel Levit Karen Elson, Vogue queen and Chanel gazelle, played with her new band last Wednesday night at El Mocambo. That bird-like face, and traffic-light red hair graced the webpages and concert listings for a while so I knew she was coming for weeks. I’ve [...]

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Sex, Drugs, and…Parliament?

Sex, Drugs, and…Parliament?

by Blythe Mueller for Urbane Magazine Note: This article was edited for accuracy following a request by representatives of Nazim Gillani. Urbane Magazine apologizes for any incorrect reporting, and inconvenience that it may have caused. Over the last few months a story of politicians, hookers and cocaine has played out in the Canadian press. Not [...]

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The FAT is in the Fire

The FAT is in the Fire

The FAT is in the fire Cailin Smart writes on Alternative Fashion Week (April 21-25 2010), for Urbane Magazine. Photos couresty of FAT. It is very difficult to experience the times when one must admit their own stupidity to themselves, and I happened to find myself plunged into one of these moments while in my [...]

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Toronto, Toronto, Toronto… Green

Toronto, Toronto, Toronto… Green

Two buildings standing in Toronto exemplify the principles of environmental and sustainable design.

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Imperfect Idols

Imperfect Idols

JONATHAN GRAY examines society’s habit of idolizing historical figures, and unveils some of the gory details of their past. Whether they are political, religious, or scientific leaders, none are spared.

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