Ever experience one morning you woke up and looked at yourself in the mirror and said: "I look like sh*t!"? I know I have. However, overtime I learned that my psychology was mostly affected by my personal lifestyle choices. Ever since I cut back all the bad habits that does harm to my body and reevaluate my diet (especially when I became a vegetarian), I felt more positive as a whole. I am not a preacher and am not going to tell people to convert into a vegetarian, but I figured feeling positive requires me to learn how to take care myself.
Jason Krell Communications teamed up with Kim Flanagan, hosted the "Church My Style" event past Sunday at Hotel Arts YYC. This event focused on inspiring people to "Learn about themselves" and "Learn how to take care of their mind and body". It's a "religious gathering" for Fashion, Lifestyle and Well being.
Kim Flanagan & Jason Krell
Special guest of this event was Kim Barnouin, one of the authors for New York Best Seller: "Skinny Bitch". For those who haven't heard of the book, the content advocates vegan diets, anti-animal cruelty and the dark secrets behind factory farming. Most importantly, it entailed Kim Barnouin's transformation in living a positive, healthy lifestyle.
Other books Kim Barnouin co-wrote include: "Skinny Bitch in Kitch", "Skinny Bitchin", "Skinny Bitch Bun in the Over", "Skinny Bastard" and her first solo work (cook book) "Skinny Bitch Ultimate Everyday Cookbook". Despite Kim Barnouin said she's 42 and wore a simple long-sleeve grey tee and jeans that day, she was still glowing with natural beauty. I also greeted Kim Barnouin briefly and we both agreed that "you can't be lazy to be healthy".
People Spotted!
Rania & KO
KD (The Girl With The Messy Hair) and Alykhan Velji
Espy Stylist: Clark Whetstone
Insert Calgary ladies: Chelsey and Ivanka (cute matching outfits!)
Fashionable: Mr. David Stewart
What I wore: Tank: 2cm; Vest: Tsumori Chisato; Zip Up Sweater: Jeremy Scott for Adidas; Jeans: Levi's
Thank you KD (The Girl With The Messy Hair) for taking these photos!
Trunk Sale!
The morning also began with a light but elegant brunch, trunk sales, fashion show and live music performed by Jocelyn Alice. She had an amazing voice! Words can't described her vocal talents, unless you listen to her music. She said she will be launching her album in next couple months or so. I also loved her and her guitarist styles. At this event, Ms. KO brought one of her previous Anatamoto (check blog) paintings to display. Lovely.
Performance by stylish Jocelyn Alice
The clothes at the fashion show were modelled by everyday women in different ages, sizes and status (they even had couple mom-soon-to-be models :)). It signifies that "all women are beautiful and beauty shines within". Sponsors of the outfits and styles include Banana Republic, Nine West Shoes, Anne b. Accessories, Evelyn Charles, Espy Experience, and Artists Within.
Backstage Lara Presber getting ready for the show
Kim Barnouin signing autographs for Binzento Vincente correspondent KO
The event ended with fashion designer Lara Presber showcasing her collection. Just like at the Parkluxe (check blog) event, Lara put up a good show.
Thank you Kim Flanagan for the invite and also Jason Krell for organizing this meaningful event.
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