By Ashley Bartlett
Photos by Jenna Wakani

Something very stylish is happening west of the DVP so get your radar ready. Last week The Shops at Don Mills, the new ‘it’ place to shop, rolled out the red carpet in celebration of the flagship opening of DONATO Salon + Spa.

Guests were given the VIP treatment: hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and complimentary hair demos from top notch resident stylists. The mastermind behind the brand, John Donato was present and visibly thrilled with the positive reaction from longtime clients, fashion folk, MTV faces, and fellow industry members alike.

The new location, designed by hot design firm II BY IV, boasts 6000 sq. ft. of luxurious of prime pampering space with separate areas for hair, skin, and body treatments. High ceilings, contemporary lines, and a palette of French vanilla and deep ebony mesh to create a sexy, posh environment that’s reminiscent of a boutique hotel. Cool features include: a colour bar (where you can have your shade mixed in front of you), a totally private couple’s room (bring the massage to you and then close the door and enjoy some time with your beau), and a mani and pedi room (stocked exclusively with lacquers from Lippmann Collection by Deborah Lippmann) that’s perfect for bridal parties or unwinding with your girlfriends.

And just like that, you have a perfect Saturday planned; shopping at Michael Kors, lunch at Glow, and a full itinerary of primping at DONATO Salon + Spa.

NOW OPEN: The Shops at Don Mills, 39 Clock Tower Rd., Toronto, Ontario – http://www.donato.ca