The 3rd edition Montreal Burlesque Festival will be in town from August 25th to the 27th at Club Soda – and KA will be there. Humorist Benjamin Marquis will set the stage as Master of Ceremony of the event which will offer a number of performances by the worlds most talented Burlesque artists, such as [...]
We have all heard the lawyer joke — Hell, I think even lawyers make lawyer jokes! You know the ones that present lawyers as literally heartless and without genuine sensibilities. What happens when a lawyer not only develops a sense of sharpness required to function effectively in this field, but as well as have a [...]
KA -— What is the thing you like the most about modeling? IP — My favorite aspect about modeling has to be the different characters that I project. When I step out on the set, it has nothing to do with ‘me’ anymore. It is about becoming this other woman with her own story. I love taking on different roles and switching my mind-set. This to me, is very fascinating. KA — What is the biggest change that has occurred in your life, and how are you different today? IP — I try to always live my life in the present moment. Every day there are different obstacles. You are constantly faced with changes in your life that you have no control over. You must adjust to these changes, you simply have to adapt to them and accept them. I have overcome many problems that made me who I am today. Many times, I’m faced with negativity, but I don’t let it get the best of me because there is always a lesson that is learnt which allows me to make smarter choices in the future. KA — If you had to choose between modeling and acting, what would it be? IP — I would do both. They are both very much alike yet different at the same time. In modeling, you are a silent beauty talking with your eyes and your body language… People are always left wondering who this woman really is. In acting, your character is scripted and you evolve on that… People warm up to that person portrayed or not. At the end of the day, both require you to step into a certain character that is not yourself. KA — As models are so visible these days and girls are being introduced to this industry at such a young age, modeling has now become a dream to so many….What do you feel your role is in all this going forward? IP — I think the most important thing is to be real and be who you are. Be composed and mysterious. I want to have a positive influence on people’s lives and inspire them to be their best. KA — What is your favorite thing to do in your spare time? IP — Dream. KA — Who is Ifigenia? IP — Not sure,… Who is she? Model –– Ifigenia Papadimitriou Clothing –– Kevin Allwood Photography –– Kevin Allwood Hair and Makeup –– KA Stylist –– Ashley King Shoes –– Christian Louboutin Location –– St-Paul Hotel
BEST BREAKFAST [singlepic id=12 w=320 h=240 float=] — LE CARTET — 106 Mcgill, Old Montreal District — 514.871.8887 The next time you go to a meeting, have it at Le Cartet. Suggest that your client meet you for breakfast at this “Little Gem in Old Montreal”called Le Cartet on McGill, corner Wellington. There is no place like it in the city; [...]
BEST OF MONTREAL — FALL 2009 ISSUE HERBY MOREAU — THE ENTERTAINER Born in Haiti in 1968, Herby Moreau has a list of accomplishments that would be most people’s dream, but at the end of all this, what remains is something that is so simple and essential: his love for his mother and son. This [...]
KAN YU — FENG SHUI, by the Zen Master We cannot discuss Feng Shui without using at some point, the word luck. I just realized the other day that except for the dictionary definition of this word, and our furry rabbit tail key chain, there is very little really understood about luck and what it [...]
In fashion, there is a saying that just because you are able to put a print on a bought American Apparel T-shirt, does not make you a designer. The same can be said in the world of DJs, where with the advent of the “DJ stars” gimmick, has taken over from clear raw talent. Jojo [...]
KA MAGAZINE TALKS WITH ERWIN CREED — FALL 2009 KA — The lovers of CREED perfume have gotten younger and younger over the years. What do you think is the reason for this? EC — CREED is historical, yet very contemporary. I think anyone would say Acqua Fiorentina is a contemporary fragrance. It is light [...]
Dr. CHAHN TRAN TIEN BALANCE Every Pound has it’s Story www.trantiendiet.com KA — Can you recall a single event that created the most change in your way of living your life, a sort of fork in the road? Dr. T — I was sitting on the sidewalk in a little Vietnamese village, finishing a small [...]
KEVIN ALLWOOD — BRIDAL Modern, Clean, Simple — NEVIK designer Kevin Allwood’s Bridal collection is a modern woman’s fantasy. In a world where puffs and bows are overdone, this collection is a breath of clear fresh air. See the full collection online at www.kevinallwood.com By Appointment only~ contact@kevinallwood.com
What is real… Photo : Kevin Allwood Set : Opus Hotel — Montreal Clothing : Kevin Allwood
OPUS HOTEL MONTREAL ::: Pet Friendly — people friendly, great rooms, great vibe — “VERY COOL” … In a time when the word cool is used for very uncool things, it seems that “Chasing Cool” has become the modern day hunt for MOBY DICK on a raft with a jar of Tartar sauce in [...]