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As the weather starts to change, there is no denying that winter is well on its way, and it’s officially time to embrace the glory of the season, with hot cocoa, festive attractions and colourful lights. If you have a special someone in out life, it is the perfect time to spark a passionate romance as Toronto transforms into a spectacular winter wonderland.

Whether you’re obsessed with textiles already or simply looking for a new way to redecorate your home, look no further than the rising trend of vintage textiles for the home. With their colourful tones and eye-catching patterns, vintage inspired textiles can easily set the stage for a beautiful space. We’ve curated a few Instagram looks to help you master this rising exotic décor trend.

As the temperatures drop and the skies darken, many social butterflies will be exchanging their usual Saturday nights out for a weekend curled up in front of the fireplace with a book. If you are already a devoted follower of Superwoman or have tuned into Michelle Phan’s beauty videos, you may want to explore their talent further, via a great new read.

Although this design trend was once considered rustic, it is now officially cool and a perfect way to upgrade your city slicker pad. If you want to adorn your space with distressed wood, look no further than these examples spotted on Instagram.

In Real Style Magazine’s new November 2017 issue, we interview model Maye Musk, who is the new CoverGirl and also the mother of Tesla founder Elon Musk. The accomplished 69-year-old style icon and dietitian is Canadian-born, and returns to the True North tonight with a visit to Toronto. This time, Musk is in town for the Margaret + George Make News event, which benefits the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and takes place at the Globe and Mail Centre.

Whether you’re hosting guests at home this month or simply looking to decorate your space in true seasonal form, try turning to a cozy throw as a solution. We’ve curated a few decorating ideas which will allow you to bring this autumn staple into your humble home.

To say Guillermo del Toro is an interesting fellow would be putting it lightly. From Pan’s Labyrinth to The Devil’s Backbone and Hellboy, the director has made some of the creepiest, horror and science fiction movies of the last two decades. Now thanks to the AGO and del Toro himself, we are able to catch of glimpse inside his world and see where he gets his inspiration from.

There’s nothing quite like a smooth surface to accentuate your minimalist design, and bring sophistication into your overall space. While high gloss finishes were once en vogue, the look of matte furnishings is understated and refined. From your bathroom to your living room, here are a few ways to decorate with black matte this season.

Although festival season is officially behind us and the temperatures are dropping dramatically, November still boasts an impressive lineup for concertgoers in Toronto. Whether you’re a fan of rap, electronic beats or indie music, there are plenty of artists heading to Toronto that you won’t want to miss.

Whether you plan to host a scary movie night or hand out tempting sweets to little trick-or-treaters, All Hallows’ Eve decorations are an absolute must. We’ve turned to Instagram to curate a few decorative ideas to help you break into the Halloween spirit right now.

If you’re looking for somewhere to party on Saturday night, the Monster Mash concert is slated to be the largest Halloween celebration within the Greater Toronto Area, with over 5,000 attendees expected. On the dusk of October 28, the Château Le Jardin in Woodbridge is being transformed into a haunted ballroom, with wandering ghosts, goblins and creatures alike, along with plenty of pumping beats. 

When one thinks of the Royal Ontario Museum, an image of educational outings may immediately spring to mind.  After all, it’s easy enough to associate the dinosaurs, historic artwork and sculptures with the nostalgia of field trips. However, ROM Friday Night Live aims to officially make a night at the museum cool- by letting the wine flow and adding in a dance floor for good measure.

As temperatures cool and we prepare to transform our humble homes into cozy autumnal havens, there’s nothing quite like flowery prints to revamp your space. Far from the overly girly, preppy pastels of summer, autumn florals for the home are beautifully crisp and sharp. Here are a few inspired looks from Instagram, sure to suit your decorative tastes.

With October marking breast cancer awareness month, the annual Boobyball is slated to hit Toronto today, and takes place at Rebel nightclub. This year’s theme is inspired by the retro 1980s and 1990s, and features a theme of big hair, pastel everything and all things neon. As inspired by Olivia Newton John’s hit ’80s tune, Boobyball 2017’s theme is fittingly titled Get Physical.

Set to run until tomorrow, this year’s Vancouver International Film Festival is set to include about 400 films from over 70 countries. Other than the Toronto International Film Festival, which just wrapped earlier this month, VIFF is also considered one of North America’s largest film festivals. From movie buffs to Hollywood stars, the two week long extravaganza is an opportunity for anyone who loves the silver screen to come together, right in Van City.