Ready to cruise

Some of the boat cruise flyers I've found this summer

One of things I love most about summer in the city are the party boats. In the urban music scene, we call these boat cruises - although now that I think of it, the moniker is a bit redundant. Tickets (around $50) cost more than the cover charge at night clubs. But, I think this weeds out any potential hooligans and brings out a higher class of clientele. The vibe is just great. With the sun over head, a blue sky and the waves, the setting is perfect. Before I went on boat cruises, I thought I would feel trapped - not having the luxury of leaving when I felt like it. But with the music pumping, good friends, and nice drinks, I've always found there's a great vibe. Plus it's kinda  fun when another party boat passes and you wave to each other. Or even better - when your boat is partying harder and the other boat's passengers look longingly over at you wishing they were there.

I also love the opportunity to wear a nice summer  dress. I think that the higher ticket price and better class of people prompts guests to dress more formally than they would at a night club. At the club, women tend to wear a tighter and shorter dress but a boat cruise calls for a flowy dress that will catch in the breeze. To the right, I've displayed some of the summer dresses I've purchased  for this summer's boat cruise season. I recommend pairing the outfits with a ballet flat or a sandal since stilettos might just throw you off your game when the boat starts a rocking - literally!

Can You Solve This?

Sears Spring Look 2015 - Sears Canada

I always look forward to the Sears Look Report coming out. Here's a peak at the Spring 2015 edition.

I picked the outfits below during Sears Days.

Here's a behind-the-scenes look at the photo shoot.

FLAWLESS SPEECH - Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Featured in Beyonce's hit "Flawless", author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's speech has really moved me.  If it really does take a village to raise a child, then we should all look at the difference in what we teach girls versus boys.

Kerry Washington on Scandal Season 4 - How you reveal a script

Nathan For Me

Nathan For You is a show in its third season on the Comedy Network.  Featuring an awkward but well-meaning host who assists small businesses, the show is not only funny but demonstrates some of the traits I value most: problem solving, creativity, and analytical thinking. Whether it is developing a ghost-free brand for a real estate agent or revising a maid service business model, Nathan For You uses out-of-the-box thinking that Management Analysts such as my self must incorporate in our work.

~ Karabana ~: 2014 Festival Gala

~ Karabana ~: 2014 Festival Gala