Canada’s favourite splatter queen Ashley Rowe is back, having traded Jackson Pollock for Woodstock. Like Toronto fashion heavies Greta Constantine, Evan Biddell and Joeffer Caoc, Rowe eschewed LG Fashion Week in favour of staging her own show on October 14. Held in a top-secret studio/warehouse in the city’s west end (guests were notified of the […]
Snuggle up in style this fall and winter with chunky knits and fuzzy sweaters. This season is all about unique shapes, bold details and a touch of retro. Personally, I am craving 90s grunge-inspired sweaters à la Alexander Wang – loose knits, slashed sleeves and holes galore. Add these killer sweaters to your fall wish […]
Pink Tartan Tuesday, October 19 at 6:00 p.m. The better half of the Newport-Mimran clan never fails to show an elegant yet wearable collection. We’re hoping she’ll keep up the Pink Tartan tradition of being the top collection of the week. THOMAS Thursday, October 20 at 6:00 p.m. Last spring, Michael and Drew Thomas held […]
Discerning and style savvy Vancouverites can now satiate their shopping urges (sans guilt) without traveling far. Granville St. is home to the first Joe Fresh flagship store in Canada. The man behind the brand, Torontonian Joe Mimran, hosted the who’s who of Canadian fashion at the VIP opening Saturday night, arguably the best party of the […]
So You Want To Be A Fashion Buyer? If you are born to shop, have a keen eye and killer instinct for trends and you have the ability to figure out what people want, then perhaps a role as a FASHION BUYER may be a great place to start. I must warn you, it’s not […]
Once October hits, it’s time to embrace the dropping temperatures and warm up to a new Fall coat. The best outerwear is functional and fashion-forward, but still timeless enough to be a worthwhile wardrobe investment. Camel-coloured coats, capes, and military-inspired outerwear are three must-haves that’ll ensure you’ll be both cozy and chic all season. 1. […]
If you’re finding it difficult to land your dream job, then it’s time to create it! That burning little ember of passion for fashion can quickly ignite entrepreneurial spirit! Thinking of starting your own business? How would you run it, what would you create, would you hire you? Starting up on your own can be […]
Interview with Toronto designer Ashley Rowe. I hope this inspires you to pursue your passion. How did you get into fashion design? It started when I was quite young, my mom taught me to sew and gave me a love and passion for clothes (she had closets full). Recently, she began having all her clothes […]
Ontario-born supermodel Jessica Stam recently collaborated with designer Rachel Roy to launch an affordable, limited-edition capsule collection that combines two of this season’s biggest trends: military and nautical. The four easy-to-wear pieces will be available at Macy’s starting this October. Keep that in mind if you’re scheduling a state-side shopping spree, or check out the collection […]
September is my January. It’s that time of year when I make my style resolutions: what to keep, what to store away, and what to invest in for the upcoming season. On the top of my shopping list? Accessories – from beautiful boots to luxurious handbags, the abundance that fall has to offer are difficult […]