Cottage Chic

By MixteMag | Fashion , M09 | November 29th 2012 |

Winter is also trendy, comfortable clothes that can keep you warm in style until spring. Alpaca mohair dress and mohair cardigan, Sarah Pacini. Shirt, knit wool sweater, Hugo Boss, Lubiam jacket, Henri Vézina, knit wool pants in winter design, Diesel. Turtleneck sweater, MaxMara WeekendOgilvy, hat and scarf, Aldo accessoires, leather circle skirt, Hermès, shoulder bag, … Continue reading →

Roads to happiness

By Pierre Deschenes | Escape , M09 | November 28th 2012 |

At its inception, Relais & Châteaux delighted visitors who toured the Route du Midi in France. Over a short period, the concept went global. The idea: to discover countries through gastronomy and a unique art de vivre. Bliss! In 1941, Marcel and Nelly Tilloy, ex-music hall entertainers, purchased the hotelrestaurant ‘La Cardinale’, on the banks … Continue reading →

A brilliant idea

By Sandra Cliche | Fashion , M09 | November 27th 2012 |

To say that the misfortune of some is the happiness of others would be far too simplistic in the case of Anzie, as the company relies not only on a genuine desire to help cancer victims but also on the commitment and links between members of a remarkable family. In 1995, Barry Stein learned that … Continue reading →

DeSerres, Constant renewal

By Pierre Deschenes | M09 , Society | November 27th 2012 |

For over a century, the name DeSerres has been well known among Quebecers. But depending on your age, you may have a different perception of the business activities of this retailer, founded by Omer DeSerres. Enterprising businessmen, sportsmen, cultured and socially involved people from generation to generation: a great family, a dynasty one could almost … Continue reading →

Lorne Bassel, model of dichotomy

By Sandra Cliche | M09 , Society | November 27th 2012 |

Lorne Bassel is a rare bird. A zen-like businessman. A Montrealer … with eyes trained on the world. A real estate developer focused on … the happiness of people. Because for him, it’s all a question of balance. Born into a family pre-occupied daily as much by real estate as by intellectual curiosity, Lorne Bassel … Continue reading →

NATURE

By Pierre Deschenes | Decor, M09 | November 27th 2012 |

Nature enters into our decor when we least expect her. Whether one lives in the country or the city, nature often presents in the form of wood. In some cases, natural wood, in others, fired, and sometimes simply evoked … or consumed. Burning wood is always an ever-changing spectacle: the quintessence of nature in action. … Continue reading →

Full steam ahead

By Pierre Deschenes | M09 , Society | November 27th 2012 |

Québec is in good hands: a bright young woman pursues and cultivates her dreams for our enjoyment. Anick Beaulieu, at 28, is Director of Sales and Marketing at Côté Nord Tremblant, a hotel management company located on Lac Supérieur. A graduate of HEC Montréal, Beaulieu is leveraging technology new to her industry. She uses Web … Continue reading →

Authentic Camus

By Pierre Deschenes | Epicurean , M09 | November 27th 2012 |

La Maison Camus occupies a very special place in the world of premium cognacs. Among the handful of cognac producers, Camus, founded in 1863, is the only major that remains entirely family-owned, making current President Cyril Camus, a fifth generation craftsman! And here we are talking of craft. Camus is a family of winemakers, a … Continue reading →

South Beach, a world apart

By Manon Lemire | Escape , M09 | November 26th 2012 |

South Beach feels like nowhere else in Florida, or even Miami. Welcome to a world that seems fixed in time. South Beach is an art deco fountain of youth that attracts celebrities of all kinds: Hollywood actors, designers who wish to plan restaurants for some of the world’s most respected chefs, models, jet set globetrotters, … Continue reading →

An emotional investment

By Pierre Deschenes | Arts , M09 | November 26th 2012 |

Some buy shares, others houses. There are several ways to invest your money and hardly any are infallible. Except perhaps investing in the field of art. When you buy a painting, you secure an asset that can be sold, occasionally at a profit. But the benefit is first and foremost because the work speaks to … Continue reading →

Intoxicating scents

By Michèle Coulombe | Fashion , M09 | November 21st 2012 |

These mythical eau de toilette with the magical names continue to enrapture lovers of perfume. These desired fragrances transcend time and transform those who wear them. Those who dare to embrace them will be fulfilled. SO CHIC The first fragrance by BCBGMAXAZRIA was a huge success. The second had to be different but related to … Continue reading →

Must haves this winter

By Alexandra Gauthier | Fashion , M09 | November 17th 2012 |

Shoes, Kate Spade $395 Bag, Burberry, $2 095 Fur collar, Boa Bijoux, $250 Boots, Michael Kors, $328 Shoes, Giuseppe Zanotti, $695 Cufflinks, Christofle, $400 Men’s sunglasses, Dior, $455 Wallet, Hugo Boss, $275 Men’s shoes, Hugo Boss, $425 Leather gloves, Ogilvy, $128 Bag, Michael Kors Collection, $1 495 Bracelet, Michael Kors, $355 Men’s slippers, UGG, $158 … Continue reading →

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