April 04, 2022 at 05:43PM Of all the new trends that surfaced this season, there’s one in particular that has caught everyone’s attention: mushrooms. From clothing and accessories to beauty, food and interiors, fungi have taken over as everyone’s favourite fashion ingredient. With sustainability becoming a priority across many industries,
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All the Looks from the Grammys Red Carpet
April 03, 2022 at 11:44PM In the words of Grammy nominee Taylor Swift, ’tis the damn season…red carpet season, that is! With some of the past year’s most popular musicians, albums and songs in the running for gold-plated gramophones, we’re expecting some show-stopping looks on the 2022 Grammys red carpet.
Alicia Keys’s Beauty Brand Arrives in Canada + More Beauty News
April 02, 2022 at 02:30PM Alicia Keys’s lifestyle-beauty brand Keys Soulcare arrives in Canada View this post on Instagram  A post shared by Keys Soulcare (@keyssoulcare) Keys Soulcare, the beauty brand from Alicia Keys, is good for both your skin and soul, and now the powerful lineup of dermatologist-developed
Topshop is Coming Back to Canada + Other Fashion News
April 02, 2022 at 02:30PM Topshop is moving to Nordstrom Canada Photography courtesy of Nordstrom The British fast-fashion brand came to The Hudson’s Bay a little over 10 years ago. But when ASOS purchased Topshop in 2021, it pulled it out of the Canadian department store. However, fans can now
Texture Talk: An Ode to the Cropped Afro
April 01, 2022 at 07:41PM For the past six years, a big, glorious afro had been my signature hairstyle. It really felt like a statement-making reclamation of my Black pride and beauty after years of listening to narrow and toxic beauty ideals and applying chemical relaxer to help permanently straighten
Inside a Sustainable Fashion Collector’s Closet
April 01, 2022 at 03:39PM Sarah Jay’s collection of sustainable and locally made styles had a bit of a brutal beginning. “Early in my career, I had an existential crisis,” admits the Toronto-based celebrity stylist, eco activist and conceiver of the documentary Toxic Beauty. “I just felt like I was
Why Are There So Many Wet Shirts in Period Dramas?
March 31, 2022 at 10:07PM A tall, dark and handsome man emerges from a lake wearing a soaking wet, white dress shirt. Sound familiar? If you’ve spent the last few days binge-watching Bridgerton season two, then it should. In episode five, there’s a pivotal swoon-worthy moment in a show built
23 Transitional Coats You Need This Spring
March 30, 2022 at 08:40PM Spring weather is unpredictable. One minute it’s warm and sunny, the next it’s cold and windy (and sometimes snowy). That’s why transitional coats are essential for this confusing time of year. The right outwear will keep you warm and dry without sacrificing your style. Classic
The Corset is Getting a Modern Makeover
March 30, 2022 at 03:59PM The corset is one of history’s most controversial pieces of clothing. And thanks to Bridgerton’s revival of Regency-era fashion, it’s getting a modern-day makeover. Corsets were first constructed as an undergarment to flatten the bust in the 16th century. The following decades saw different variations on the
Why Chris Rock’s Joke About Jada Pinkett Smith’s Shaved Head Struck a Nerve
March 29, 2022 at 08:50PM When Will Smith struck Chris Rock at the Oscars this past Sunday, the slap was seen and heard around the world. Rock made a tasteless joke about Jada Pinkett Smith’s shaved head, saying, “Jada, I love you. GI Jane 2, can’t wait to see you,”
The History of the White Shirt at the Oscars, from Sharon Stone to Zendaya
March 28, 2022 at 11:04PM Oscars night is the pinnacle of red carpet fashion. It’s where the glitz and glamour of Hollywood is on full display as celebrities dress up in custom designs and haute couture. But sometimes the simplest style choices are the most memorable. Such was the case at
I Tested HOKA’s Kawana Shoe At Their Community Workout Event. Here’s How It Went
March 28, 2022 at 01:00PM For just over a year now, I’ve dedicated an hour every day to moving my body. Whether I walk, run, strength train, or all of the above, scheduling in this time has helped me focus on my health and since this shift, I’ve felt more
All the Best Red Carpet Looks from the 2022 Oscars
March 27, 2022 at 11:54PM The Oscars is like the Superbowl of red carpets, but instead of a bunch of men in shoulder pads and helmets, you get A-listers in designer gowns and suits. After last year’s soirée was curtailed thanks to COVID, anticipation for the 94th Academy Awards is
Nudestix Offers its First Sunscreen + Other Beauty News
March 26, 2022 at 01:30PM Nudestix launches sunscreen Photography courtesy of Nudestix This week, Nudestix unveiled its moisturizing, oil-free Nudescreen Daily Mineral Veil SPF 30. As the brand’s first sunscreen offering, the lightweight formula is rich in vegan-powered extracts — green algae, passionflower and purple tea — that naturally protect
A Virgil Abloh-Designed Footwear Collection is Here + More Fashion News
March 26, 2022 at 01:30PM Off-White c/o Church’s presents designs by Virgil Abloh Photography courtesy of Off-White When the world of fashion loses a great figure, any new discoveries of their ingenuity are as good as gold. And it seems that the late Virgil Abloh left a lot of special
I Took the Plunge and Tried Cold Water Therapy. Here’s What Happened
March 25, 2022 at 06:54PM “Our aim is to deliver peak experiences of awe and connection, and your experience is super-boosted to the moon — to the moon!” I’m sitting in a dimly lit lounge surrounded by half-naked 30-somethings, each of us listening with rapt attention as Othership co-founder Harrison
Tefi On Being the Internet’s Best Friend
March 25, 2022 at 04:05PM Pink-haired Tefi Pessoa acts as some sort of flowery shield to the mean and self-deprecating noise inside your head, but instead of telling you to be strong, she encourages you to stay soft, reminds you of your worth and makes you laugh like a close
This Canadian Designer on Why You Should Moisturize Your Leather Bag
March 25, 2022 at 01:54PM Without sounding too much like a cliché, Stephanie Sonya Ibbitson’s whole life has been leading to the creation of her accessories brand Sonya Lee. “I’ve been gathering my skill set since childhood, and it’s all culminated into this,” the designer says over video chat. “I
Get to Know Zaldy, the Designer Dressing RuPaul
March 24, 2022 at 04:21PM In the immortal words of RuPaul Charles, “We’re all born naked and the rest is drag.” So luckily, Zaldy is here to make “the rest” look gorgeous. The Connecticut-born designer got his start as a model in the eighties, walking for Thierry Mugler, Jean-Paul Gaultier
Everything You Need to Host a Bridgerton Watch Party
March 24, 2022 at 01:57PM Now that Euphoria Sundays are behind us, we’re missing our weekly dose of fictitious drama. Enter Bridgerton season two. With the first season winning the hearts of many, the show has popularized trends in fashion, beauty and even home decor. Regencycore, opera gloves, corsets, and vintage
Gilded Glamour: The 2022 Met Gala Explained
March 23, 2022 at 03:54PM When the Met Gala makes its return to 5th Avenue the first Monday in May, expect a great deal of glitz and turn-of-the-century glamour. The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute announced it will stage “In America: An Anthology of Fashion” as the second installment
Golda Rosheuvel on How She Wears Those Royal Wigs in Bridgerton
March 23, 2022 at 01:31PM Dearest readers, the wait is nearly over. Bridgerton season two premieres this Friday on Netflix, and in the words of Queen Charlotte herself, we wish to be entertained! Here’s what we know from the latest trailer: As per the book series by Julia Quinn, this
Simone Ashley is Owning Her Voice in Bridgerton Season Two
March 22, 2022 at 08:05PM It’s no secret that Bridgerton’s captivating storylines are driven by strong women. Sure, the period drama gives us plenty of regency glamour and steamy romance scenes, but its beauty is ultimately rooted in female agency, sisterhood and friendships. These themes are front and center in
Are We in a Pixie Cut Renaissance?
March 21, 2022 at 09:16PM Zoë Kravitz can pull off just about any hairstyle. And over the years, she’s changed her look enough times to prove it. The actor has tried a bleach blonde bob, an upper cut, braids, and in The Batman, she pulls the pixie out from her
How to Afford Designer Brands on a Budget
March 21, 2022 at 05:34PM It would seem that social media is split into a few camps: the Shein-haulers, the second hand shoppers and the luxury-loving high-spenders. As someone who keeps her purse strings tight, I feel like I’m missing out. In the past, especially during times of emotional distress,
Jimmy Choo Launches a Jewellery Collection + Other Fashion News
March 19, 2022 at 01:30PM Jimmy Choo launches a jewellery collection Photography courtesy of Jimmy Choo Just when you thought Jimmy Choo couldn’t get any more glamorous, it goes and launches a jewellery collection. The perfect extension of its iconic shoes, the selection features lots of sparkly embellishments, pearly accents
Jimmy Choo Launches a Jewellery Collection + Other Fashion News
March 19, 2022 at 01:30PM Jimmy Choo launches a jewellery collection Photography courtesy of Jimmy Choo Just when you thought Jimmy Choo couldn’t get any more glamorous, it goes and launches a jewellery collection. The perfect extension of its iconic shoes, the selection features lots of sparkly embellishments, pearly accents
Rihanna’s Fragrance-Free Skincare is Here + More Beauty News
March 19, 2022 at 01:30PM Fenty Skin’s fragrance-free products are making fans really happy Photography courtesy of Fenty Skin Rih is always looking out. Even though we’re all obsessing over her maternity style right now, can we take a moment to discuss the newest addition to the Fenty world? The Fenty
Zac Posen on The Outfit and the Power of a Suit
March 18, 2022 at 04:23PM Zac Posen is no stranger to suits. In fact, he’s worn many over his lifetime — black ones, blue ones, skinny ones and extravagant ones. But he’s also worn a lot of hats (see what I did there?): a celeb-favourite fashion designer, bridal designer, a
Are Conventional Deodorant Formulas *Actually* Dangerous?
March 18, 2022 at 01:30PM Five years into using natural deodorant, I came to a horrible realization: I smelled — and it wasn’t just a light, feminine musk or the antique must of a used-book store; it was more like a sweaty gym sock that had been festering in a