Fashion
Are Conventional Deodorant Formulas *Actually* Dangerous?
Photography by CARLYLE ROUTH/Graphic design by Kayleen Dicuangco“I no longer fear unproven medical claims; I only fear exposure to the rancid scent my own body is capable of producing against my will.” By Isabel B. Slone Date March 18, 2022 Facebook Twitter Five years into using natural deodorant, I came to a horrible realization: I […]
Zac Posen on The Outfit and the Power of a Suit
Dylan O’Brien and Zoey Deutch. Photography courtesy of Nick Wall/Focus FeaturesThe iconic fashion designer reveals his inspiration behind the costumes for the film and why suits are all over the Fall 2022 runways. By Annika Lautens Date March 18, 2022 Facebook Twitter Zac Posen is no stranger to suits. In fact, he’s worn many over […]
Has Fashion Finally Found its Sense of Humour?
Photography via Imaxtree/Graphic design by Kayleen DicuangcoDesigners are doing away with fashion’s affinity for dour demeanours in favour of comical creations for spring. By Annika Lautens Date March 17, 2022 Facebook Twitter For the third look of her Spring 2022 show, Puppets and Puppets creative director Carly Mark sent headwear resembling giant blocks of Emmenthal […]
6 Muslim-owned Brands You Should Know About
Photography courtesy of Getty ImagesRevamping your wardrobe and supporting Muslim designers? It’s a win-win. By Zainab Damji Date March 17, 2022 Facebook Twitter Raise your hand if you’re guilty of always shopping at the same three stores? I know we certainly are. Whether it’s out of convenience, habit or just plain laziness, it’s hard not […]
Alexander McQueen Releases a Trippy Fungi-inspired Collection
Photography courtesy of Alexander McQueen“We exist as single, individual entities on one level, but we are far more powerful connected to each other.” By Natalie Michie Date March 16, 2022 Facebook Twitter Towering piles of mulch were artfully arranged in a Brooklyn warehouse this week to form a runway for the Alexander McQueen Fall/Winter collection. […]
What Will Our Lives Look Like in 2050?
Graphic by Kayleen DicuangcoSelf-repairing clothes and cosmetics ingredients grown in the sea are just two of the predictions from these fashion and beauty insiders. By Annika Lautens, Megan Kirkwood Date March 16, 2022 Facebook Twitter What will we be wearing in 20 or 30 years if we don’t solve the climate crisis? That is the […]
The Enduring Legacy of the Catsuit
Photography courtesy of Warner Bros. & DC ComicsFashion’s love affair with felines keeps the catsuit’s cultural currency alive. By Natalie Michie Date March 15, 2022 Facebook Twitter When it comes to archetypal femme fatale, Catwoman reigns supreme. The complex character — who walks the line between villain and antihero — represents power, independence and perseverance. […]
Not All Runway Gowns are Meant for the Red Carpet
Photography by Getty ImagesAt the 2022 Critics Choice awards, the best dressed celebs were the ones who chose custom creations over viral runway moments. By Annika Lautens Date March 14, 2022 Facebook Twitter If Sunday’s Critics Choice Awards 2022 red carpet was any indication of what we can expect from the Oscars at the end […]
Daniel Kaluuya, the Fashion Icon That You Are
Photography courtesy of Getty ImagesThe actor’s daring Prada ensemble made him one of the best dressed on the BAFTAs red carpet. By Natalie Michie Date March 14, 2022 Facebook Twitter It was a busy weekend to be a celebrity. This year, the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) were held on March 13, the same day […]
How intentional shopping can help you keep your spending in check
Bye, bye retail therapy By FASHION Date March 10, 2022 Facebook Twitter There’s a reason “retail therapy” is such a popular expression. There’s something really thrilling about effortlessly tapping your bank card at the cash or clicking “confirm order” and receiving a trove of fashion-forward treasures in return. The downfall? That euphoric feeling goes away […]
Quannah Chasinghorse Fronts the Mackage Spring 2022 Campaign + More Fashion News
Photograph by Tyler MitchellIncluding the completion of Dior’s 30 Avenue Montaigne metamorphosis and a Paris Hilton-approved sunglasses collection. By Sarah Mariotti Date March 12, 2022 Facebook Twitter Quannah Chasinghorse fronts the Mackage Spring 2022 campaign Photograph by Tyler Mitchell The Mackage Spring/Summer 2022 Protect What Grounds You Campaign is here, and it features model and […]
The Hermès Plein Air Line Rethinks Makeup + More Beauty News
Photography courtesy of Hermès Including Glow Recipe’s brand new SPF and the latest, most innovative hydration serum from Dermalogica. By Sarah Mariotti Date March 12, 2022 Facebook Twitter Hermès introduces Hermès Plein Air Photography courtesy of Hermès Open your windows and start tending to your garden. Spring is nearly here and Hermès knows exactly how […]
FASHION’s April Climate Issue Stars Tasha Tilberg
Photography by greg swales. Bodysuit, $445, Rachel Sudbury. Boots, price upon request, vintage Kaufman. Earrings, $250, Dinosaur Designs at Holt Renfrew. Bracelets, from $115, and rings, from $95, Obakki. Septum ring (worn throughout), Tilberg’s own. The supermodel turned sustainability activist lives two very different lives — one on a ranch and the other on the […]
How to Wear Spring’s Jewellery Trends, According to an Architect Turned Designer
Photography by Getty ImagesJewellery designer Ayça Özbank Taşkan of Mara Paris gives her advice on wearing pearls, silver and statement earrings this season. By Annika Lautens Date March 11, 2022 Facebook Twitter To paraphrase Marilyn Monroe, jewellery has always been a girl’s (or really anyone’s!) best friend. Made more apparent by the pandemic, an eclectic […]
This Moschino Collector is in Pursuit of Happy Handbags
PHOTOGRAPHY BY NATASHA GERSCHONJenna Bitove Naumovich walks FASHION through her collection of campy Moschino creations. By Annika Lautens Date March 10, 2022 Facebook Twitter Jenna Bitove Naumovich’s nine-to-five consists of finding fanciful fashion pieces for her clients, but during her off-hours, the personal shopper and stylist for The Room at Hudson’s Bay has steadily acquired […]
Texture Talk: Shaving My Head Helped Me Find the Power in My Hair
Photography courtesy of KATE POWERS/TRUNK ARCHIVEWelcome to Texture Talk, a 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. By Téa Mutonji Date March 10, 2022 Facebook Twitter When the world is blowing […]
Valentino’s Pink Parade + Other Viral Moments from Paris Fashion Week
Photography by Getty ImagesPlus Balenciaga’s fashionable snow globe and Chanel’s ode to tweed. By Annika Lautens, Jillian Morgan Date March 9, 2022 Facebook Twitter There is still just something about Paris. Despite all the cities, all the content creators and all the social media platforms, Paris Fashion Week is still the crown jewel of them […]
Jasmine Fares on Creating Modest Basics
Photography courtesy of Jasmine Fares“I wanted to create a brand that solved the problem I faced for so long.” By Zainab Damji Date March 9, 2022 Facebook Twitter Influencers are arguably some of the most compelling (and perhaps polarizing) public figures of the digital age. They review the trendiest products, share endless outfit inspo, and […]
Raveena Wants to Teach You About the Power of Meditation
Courtesy of Warner RecordsThe soul singer is welcoming an era of rebirth through her imaginative new album “Asha’s Awakening.” By Natalie Michie Date March 9, 2022 Facebook Twitter I can’t help but smile at Raveena Aurora’s response when I ask her what piece of clothing she holds close to her heart. There’s an endearing quality […]
The Best Street Style Seen at Paris Fashion Week
Photography courtesy of GettyAs they say, Paris is always a good idea. By Zainab Damji Date March 9, 2022 Facebook Twitter With the temperatures rising and the snow melting, it’s safe to say it’s starting to feel like spring — well, almost. Until we get there entirely, the street style seen at Paris Fashion Week […]
What is Fashion’s Role in a Global Crisis?
Photography courtesy of BalenciagaAs Russia’s attack on Ukraine intensifies, fashion month presentations hold a deeper symbolism. By Natalie Michie Date March 7, 2022 Facebook Twitter As models trudged through a harsh, man-made snowstorm at Balenciaga’s Paris Fashion Week presentation on March 6, the show’s message became glaringly obvious: if art imitates life, the world is […]
Levi’s Drops a Collection with The Simpsons + More Fashion News
Photography courtesy of The Simpsons x Levi’s CollaborationIncluding how Indigenous Tourism BC and Ecologyst hope to slow the pace of fashion and travel, and Amazon launches its private shopping brand. By Sarah Mariotti Date March 5, 2022 Facebook Twitter The Simpsons and Levi’s team up on apparel Photography courtesy of Levi’s x The Simpsons The […]
Gwen Stefani Has a New Makeup Line + More Beauty News
Photography Courtesy of SephoraIncluding a scrumptious new body cream and the ultimate in-shower must-have for your gym bag. By Megan Kirkwood Date March 5, 2022 Facebook Twitter Gxve by Gwen Stefani makeup line drops at Sephora Photography Courtesy of Sephora It was only a matter of time before Gwen Stefani released her own makeup range inspired […]