June 12, 2020 at 12:29AM Welcome to Texture Talk, a weekly column that celebrates and deep dives into the dynamic world of curly hair, from crowns of curls that are free flowing to strands that are tucked away in a protective style. In today’s day and age, it shouldn’t be
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8 Black Mental Health Resources in Canada and Online
June 11, 2020 at 09:46PM To say there is so much happening in the world right now is an understatement. This pain, these stories and these experiences are, sadly, not new experiences for Black men and women but with the events of recent weeks and the added stress of the
Here’s What To Expect From London Fashion Week’s New Digital Platform
June 11, 2020 at 05:30PM In April, the British Fashion Council announced it would be merging the gendered calendars of London Fashion Week into one digital platform to replace catwalk shows for the time being. Tomorrow would’ve marked the beginning of the men’s presentations for Spring 2021; but instead of
Lizzo Shuts Down Body-Shamers in Powerful New TikTok Video
June 11, 2020 at 03:46PM Lizzo has even less space in her life for body-shaming trolls than she does for anything to fit inside the Jacquemus handbag she wore to this year’s American Music Awards. In a new TikTok video posted by the Grammy Award winner yesterday, the Truth Hurts
Vancouver Footwear Line Malvados Has Launched E-Commerce
June 10, 2020 at 10:38PM Born from its founder’s innate wanderlust, Malvados — the Vancouver-based brand that recently launched an e-commerce platform — is poised to make a lasting impression on the footwear industry thanks to its offering of stylish sandals and flipflops. Owner Jen Rainnie was a competitive windsurfer
Sephora is the First Major Retailer to Take Canadian Designer Aurora James’ 15 Per Cent Pledge
June 10, 2020 at 10:01PM Last week, Canadian designer Aurora James – founder of footwear brand Brother Vellies – launched the 15 Per Cent Pledge, a movement urging major retailers to dedicate 15 per cent of their buying budget to Black-owned businesses. “So many of your businesses are built on
Black Activists and Influencers Are Taking Over White Celebs’ Instagram Accounts Today
June 10, 2020 at 09:04PM Today, 50 Black female activists, scholars, artists and entrepreneurs are taking over the Instagram handles of white celebrities, designers, athletes and others as part of a new social media campaign, #ShareTheMicNow. According to a press release, the campaign’s intention is to “magnify Black women and
20 Audiobooks About Race and Racism to Download and Learn From
June 10, 2020 at 07:32PM Anti-racism reading lists have been doing the rounds over the last couple of weeks. But rather than just a performative display of allyship, we hope this movement brings about real change, which will only be possible if people make the genuine effort to seek out
10 Pieces to Buy in Honour of National Indigenous History Month
June 10, 2020 at 02:17PM We’re ten days into the month of June, also known as National Indigenous History Month. It’s a period for reflection on and actions towards the treatment of communities across Canada. Living on their land, it’s especially crucial for non-Indigenous Canadians to invest in the craft
My Story: Brand Founder TĂ©mi Shobowale on Beauty Standards, Authenticity and the Power of Diversity Behind the Scenes
June 09, 2020 at 10:45PM Meet TĂ©mi Shobowale, a Nigerian-born, Toronto-based professional makeup artist and entrepreneur, who is also the founder of skincare line Essentials by Temi and HerDay, a series of local meet-up events geared towards bringing together and uplifting women. Here, she shares, in her own words, her
Rocky Barnes on Her New Collaboration with ALDO
June 09, 2020 at 08:53PM Late last month, Canadian footwear giant ALDO unveiled its newest collaboration with global style icon, Rocky Barnes. The collection is comprised of four footwear styles, each of which appear to have been designed for stylish summer sojourns in far-flung locales – but the good news
This Virtual Drag Show is Raising Funds for Toronto’s LGBTQ Community
June 09, 2020 at 05:50PM Friendly Stranger, a cannabis retailer and culture shop in Toronto, has joined forces with Brock McGillis and Brooke Lynn Hytes to host a virtual drag show to raise funds for the city’s Church Street Village community, home to many LGBTQ2S folk and businesses. Brock McGillis,
Footwear Entrepreneur George Sully is Creating an Index of Black Canadian Designers
June 09, 2020 at 02:51PM Yesterday it was announced that Toronto-based fashion entrepreneur and footwear designer George Sully is developing a digital index of Black Canadian fashion creatives, which he’s hoping to launch later next month. Sully, who is known for his brands Sully Wong—which he co-founded with Henry Wong,
14 Fashion Brands Using Recycled Ocean Plastic in Their Pieces
June 08, 2020 at 10:25PM According to Plastic Oceans, more than eight million tons of plastic is dumped into the ocean every year. In honour of #WorldOceansDay, we are highlighting fashion brands that are using recycled ocean plastic throughout their collections. These 14 brands are making an effort to reduce the
Exclusive: Chanel Unveils Cruise 2021 Collection Virtually for the First Time Ever
June 08, 2020 at 03:03PM Each year in May, some of the world’s most renowned fashion houses host elaborate shows in far-flung destinations to fĂŞte the launch of their newest Cruise collections. For Chanel, this year’s locale was going to be Capri – however due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic,
This Week’s Need-to-Know Beauty News
June 07, 2020 at 01:00PM Sharon Chuter launched a new campaign to encourage beauty brands to share how many Black executives they have on staff View this post on Instagram Dear Brands – Thank you for the public statements of support for the black community. Whereas we understand and appreciate
This Week’s Need-to-Know Fashion News
June 06, 2020 at 02:00PM We compiled a list of 51 Black-run fashion businesses in Canada and around the world that you need to know View this post on Instagram staying hydrated or whateva // spent some time styling some archive pieces in preparation for a special collaborative project with
This Week’s Need-to-Know Culture News
June 06, 2020 at 01:00PM In light of the events this week, we’ve decided to use our weekly culture news round-up to highlight some of the important pieces we’ve run over the past five days that amplify Black voices and share resources to help people get involved in the fight
Meet Summer Ruddock-Ellis, the Toronto-Based Creative Who Wants You to Embrace Second-Hand Shopping
June 05, 2020 at 10:24PM “I’m a creative problem solver,” says Summer Ruddock-Ellis, the Toronto-based founder of second-hand retail and editorial platform Pseudonym and partner in 4ye, the entertainment-meets-fashion hub with a robust social following. Ruddock-Ellis, who grew up in Brampton, says her interest in fashion and in thrifting began
10 Virtual Pride 2020 Events Taking Place Across Canada
June 05, 2020 at 08:12PM We may not be allowed to celebrate together in the streets, but Pride 2020 is far from cancelled. Here’s your guide to all the virtual Pride events taking place online through the month of June in Canada. Pride Toronto Pride Toronto has a month-long schedule
Self-Isolation Diary: A Day in the Life of Meghan Yuri Young
June 05, 2020 at 05:09PM We’re officially in Month 4 of self-isolation with an uncertain road ahead but for some much-needed inspiration, FASHION is reaching out to some of our favourite Canadians to get a peek into how they’re living their lives in lockdown (remember: #StayHomeSaveLives). Each week, keep an
Seven Upcycled Pieces to Make Your Closet More Eco-Friendly on World Environment Day
June 05, 2020 at 05:00PM There are plenty of designers making old things new again—it’s a great way to curb the wastefulness of the fashion industry’s traditional production methods, and also results in garments and accessories that are incredibly unique. Looking to add something more environmentally-friendly to your wardrobe? As
Texture Talk: Celebrity Hairstylist Kahh Spence Chats Wig Maintenance and Caring for Curls
June 04, 2020 at 10:00PM Welcome to Texture Talk, our weekly column that celebrates and deep dives into the dynamic world of curly hair, from crowns of curls that are free flowing to hair that’s tucked away in a protective style. This week, a textured hair expert to the stars
The New #PullUpOrShutUp Campaign is Asking Beauty Brands to Do More Than Donate
June 04, 2020 at 08:52PM A new campaign is making waves on social media – and with good reason. #PullUpOrShutUp is the brainchild of Uoma Beauty founder, Sharon Chuter, and its aim is to hold beauty brands to account on their commitment to standing in solidarity with the Black community.
Meghan Markle Shares Powerful Graduation Speech: “When The Foundation is Broken, So Are We.”
June 04, 2020 at 03:53PM Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, shared an emotional video message to the graduating class at her former high school overnight, addressing the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and more and the issue of racism in the States and beyond. Meghan began the video
14 Canadian Organizations to Donate to in the Fight Against Anti-Black Racism
June 03, 2020 at 10:22PM Systemic and institutionalized racism is a very real problem here in Canada. Aside from educating yourself on anti-Black racism, supporting Black-owned businesses, attending protests and speaking out about injustice, donating to worthy causes and organizations (if you’re able) is a key way to make a
How Disability Styling Expert Stephanie Thomas is Using Fashion as a Form of Advocacy
June 03, 2020 at 10:03PM Los Angeles-based disability styling expert Stephanie Thomas has built a career around bringing style inclusivity to a worldwide audience. “In 2006, I went to a pet store and saw a Burberry-inspired trench coat for dogs,” she says. “I was just annoyed at that point. If
9 Pride-Themed Products to Celebrate Pride Month 2020
June 03, 2020 at 07:53PM Pride Month is officially underway and although celebrations might look a little different this year, they’re certainly still going ahead in style. Each year, brands release limited edition collections to mark the occasion and this year is no different. Plus, in case you needed any
51 Black-Run Fashion Businesses To Support Today and Always
June 03, 2020 at 03:06PM We all have a responsibility to cultivate black culture in order for communities to thrive. After investing your time into bettering your awareness of systemic racism, familiarize yourself with those making a contribution to today’s style industry and make a purchase from a Black-run fashion
How Canadian Brands are Supporting the Black Lives Matter Movement
June 02, 2020 at 06:08PM As social media feeds across the world black out today in support of #BlackOutTuesday, we’re taking a look at the Canadian brands that are supporting the Black Lives Matter movement in the fight against police brutality and systemic racism. We recognize that a monetary donation