June 22, 2020 at 01:00PM Molly Burke’s love for makeup runs deep, an admiration that began to flourish when she was 12 and her mom took her to a M.A.C counter at a local Hudson’s Bay store for a makeover one Christmas. “That was my big gift that year; my
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Summer Hairstyle Ideas For Hot, Sticky Days and Sweaty Workouts
June 22, 2020 at 01:00PM Once temperatures skyrocket and that humidity hits, nearly every day can feel like a bad-hair day. And if you have longer tresses, forget it: Wearing your hair down feels like you have a blanket over your shoulders at best. To help ease your heat wave
Meet Rosh Mahtani, Founder of the Inclusive Jewellery Brand Alighieri
June 22, 2020 at 01:00PM During London’s Fall 2020 Fashion Week, an intimate group of industry insiders gathered in the beautiful but eerie crypt in St Etheldreda’s church—a medieval building located in the city’s storied jewellery district of Hatton Garden—to toast the newest recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Award
3 Great Canadian Landscapes to Take Style Inspiration From This Summer
June 22, 2020 at 01:00PM Escape from your everyday routine by taking a little summer fashion inspiration from three of Canada’s most stunning landscapes. Whether you’ve planned a trip to Tofino, Grasslands National Park or Fogo Island this summer, let these dreamy locations influence your style. From fresh air and
From Natural Perfume to Refillable Packaging, Here’s How Fragrances are Becoming Eco-Conscious
June 22, 2020 at 01:00PM When Mugler created a new olfactive family with the debut of the gourmand scent Angel in 1992, it also pioneered what it calls “responsible luxury.” The scent’s elaborate faceted-glass star flacon can be topped up from a gleaming filling station called Mugler Fountain; Clarins, the
Up Your Fashion IQ This Summer With These Stylish Coffee-Table Books
June 22, 2020 at 01:00PM Whether they’re sitting pretty on a table or adorning your bookshelves, coffee-table books can be counted on to perk up just about any space. With their glossy covers, arresting imagery and exploration of niche subjects, these tomes—part book, part objet d’art—are a vital part of
There’s a Global Effort Behind Goodee’s New Tote
June 22, 2020 at 01:00PM Made in collaboration with the United Nations Ethical Fashion Initiative and Italian social co-operative Cartiera, the new Bassi Market tote from Goodee is truly the result of a meeting of the minds. Not only is it crafted with handwoven textiles made by artisans connected by
5 Summer Makeup Looks You Should Definitely Take for a Spin This Season
June 22, 2020 at 01:00PM As the sunshine (hopefully) settles in for the season ahead here in Canada, and much of the country begins to reopen after months spent in quarantine, we can finally start to think about what summer makeup looks we’ll wear on our outings (beyond the grocery
Gender-Neutral Brand L’Uomo Strano is Kicking Off Fashion Art Toronto’s Virtual Runway Show
June 19, 2020 at 03:00PM 2020 marks the 15-year anniversary of Fashion Art Toronto, the city’s largest annual multi-arts fashion festival, which draws thousands of guests every spring for its experimental, diverse and inclusive convergence of art and fashion. Because of COVID-19, however, FAT had to pivot from its original
Quebec-based Brand Noemiah Has Launched a Video to Celebrate Its New Collection
June 19, 2020 at 02:00PM Set in the idyllic forest where her Laurentian-area home is situated, designer Noemie Vaillancourt’s brand Noemiah posted a Richmond Lam-directed video this week to showcase her new pieces under the collection name ‘Fleur de Peau’. “I live in the woods with my boyfriend, and the
Texture Talk: Your Pro-Approved Guide to the World of Wigs
June 18, 2020 at 10:31PM 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. Over the past couple of weeks, we’ve been
Farfetch Launches New Fashion Footprint Calculator
June 18, 2020 at 08:29PM E-commerce giant Farfetch has announced the launch of a new online sustainability calculator designed to help consumers gain a better understanding of the environmental impact of their purchases. The fashion footprint tool outlines the impact of specific materials used within a piece, as well as
A New Online Mental Health Platform is Encouraging Canadians to #TakeThatStep
June 18, 2020 at 05:51PM Wellness Together Canada, a new online platform offering free and immediate mental health support for people of all ages in every province and territory, has just kickstarted a social media campaign to encourage Canadians to reach out for support. Launched in mid-April in response to
This Film Festival Spotlighting Female, Non-Binary, and BIPOC Artists is Going Virtual
June 17, 2020 at 07:39PM Breakthroughs Film Festival, the only festival in Canada devoted exclusively to short films directed by emerging women and non-binary directors, is taking its 2020 lineup online this year. From June 25 to 28, the festival—now in its ninth year—will be presenting 17 short films screening
JW Anderson Designs Genderless Capsule Collection for Yoox
June 17, 2020 at 04:16PM This year marks the 20th anniversary of e-commerce platform Yoox, and to celebrate, British designer JW Anderson has designed an exclusive genderless capsule collection for the site. The capsule is made up of 10 pieces, including ready-to-wear items, handbags and footwear. The designs were inspired
Shopify Highlights Black-Owned Businesses on Shop App
June 17, 2020 at 03:23PM Canadian e-commerce platform Shopify has updated its Shop app to feature a spotlight on Black-owned businesses. From today, when customers open the app and click on the ‘shops’ tab, they’ll see a clickable message box directing them to a list of Black-owned businesses they can
My Story: Creative Director Josef Adamu on the Power of Telling Untold Narratives
June 16, 2020 at 11:05PM Meet Josef Adamu, a creative director who splits his time between Toronto and New York, and who started his own creative agency, Sunday School, from his Toronto basement back in 2017 which has since grown to a team of four. Here, he shares, in his
Emma Watson Joins Kering As Chair Of Its Sustainability Committee
June 16, 2020 at 08:31PM Actress and sustainability advocate Emma Watson has joined the board of Kering, the French luxury group with designer brands like Gucci, Saint Laurent and Balenciaga under its umbrella. Announced in an online presentation of the group’s annual general meeting on Tuesday, Kering also confirmed that
Meet Stephanie Benedetto, the Woman on a Mission to Save Fabric From Landfills
June 16, 2020 at 08:26PM Today, Cartier has unveiled the seven winners of the Cartier Women’s Initiative 2020. Chosen from 1,200 applicants from 159 countries, the seven winners will receive a $100,000 investment from Cartier into their business – with sectors ranging from healthcare to education, manufacturing and fashion innovation.
13 Great Grooming Essentials You Can Still Get Dad for Father’s Day
June 16, 2020 at 07:02PM With Father’s Day only a few shopping days away, crunch time to find the dudes in your life the perfect “ I appreciate you” gift is now. Most men have a grooming routine in some shape or form, so we’ve rounded up some awesome bathroom
Kanye West Files Trademark Application for Yeezy Beauty
June 16, 2020 at 04:08PM It’s no secret that the Kardashian-Jenner family knows how to launch a best-selling beauty line – so it makes sense then that Kanye West, husband of Kim and brother-in-law of Kylie, would also be looking to expand his Yeezy empire into the beauty territory. Overnight
15 Gifts Your Dad Will Enjoy Using at Home
June 15, 2020 at 09:53PM Unless he’s an essential worker, your dad’s probably spending a lot more time at home these days. To make the long days a bit more comfortable (and entertaining), gift him something he can use to elevate his day, such as a cocktail kit to make
Six Questions With Designer Sid Neigum
June 15, 2020 at 07:49PM For nearly a decade, Sid Neigum has remained one of the most intriguing designers in the Canadian fashion landscape. Originally hailing from Alberta, the now Toronto-based Neigum’s collections have become known for a sense of attainable luxury and attention to craft, with his most recent
Michael Kors Announces New Approach to Fashion Calendar
June 15, 2020 at 06:07PM In the wake of social distancing measures, store closures and fashion week cancellations as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, brands have begun to reassess the way in which they design and present collections to consumers, with many advocating for change. Today, Michael Kors
18 Father’s Day Gifts for the Most Fashionable Dads
June 15, 2020 at 04:50PM With Father’s Day just days away we’ve rounded up the best gifts for fashionable dads. If your dad loves to look good and express himself with fashion, we have just the gift list you: from tie-dyed socks to belt bags, dad will be spending the
Givenchy Names Matthew Williams as New Creative Director
June 15, 2020 at 04:31PM This morning, French luxury brand Givenchy has revealed its newest Creative Director: designer Matthew Williams. The news comes two months after Clare Waight Keller announced her resignation from the house. The American designer is the man behind cult streetwear brand 1017 Alyx 9SM (which has
All The Brands You Can Shop in the FASHION x CAFA Wear Canada Proud Online Shopping Event
June 14, 2020 at 03:33PM This week, FASHION and CAFA are teaming up to present the Wear Canada Proud Online Shopping Event, a 48-hour sale in support of Canadian designers who have been impacted by COVID-19. Featuring more than 120 local designers, there’s a diverse range of products highlighting incredible
12 Movies and TV Shows By and About Indigenous People to Stream Right Now
June 12, 2020 at 08:30PM June is National Indigenous History Month, a celebration of “the history, heritage and diversity of Indigenous peoples in Canada.” In honour of this month, and to shine a light on the varied experiences of Indigenous communities not just here in Canada but around the world,
How Toronto-based Designer Dorian Rahimzadeh Finds Strength in Progress and Positivity
June 12, 2020 at 02:52PM “I’ve been trying to talk to and motivate other people that this is a good change. We really needed this pause; why don’t you just try to be positive and see how you can improve and how you can educate yourself, and live differently?” Designer
Texture Talk: 4 Canadian Black Women Open Up About Wearing Wigs
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