image courtesy brass & unityAfter returning from Afghanistan with severe PTSD, Kelsi Sheren began crafting jewellery. Now she has a business that is paying it forward. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date November 5, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter There’s no dearth of fashion brands that were founded with a sense of purpose, from amplifying local artisanry to
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Photography by O’shane Howard. Creative direction by Josef Adamu of Sunday School. Design by Danielle Campbell.Welcome to My Story, our weekly series championing creatives of colour and their paths to success. By Natasha Bruno Date November 4, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Meet Crystal Rowe, a Toronto-based model and founder of jELN, a handmade, made-to-order skincare line
Photography by Colin Gaudet“For men, the idea of body image is still so taboo. It feels like we’re centuries behind in comparison to the kinds of conversations about body image that women are having.” By Pahull Bains Date November 4, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter This past summer, Egyptian-Canadian model-influencer Mina Gerges appeared on the inaugural season
Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty ImagesTime to live your vest life. By Eliza Grossman Date November 3, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Throw away any preconceived notions that the sweater vest trend is only for grandpas and get ready to embrace this sleeveless knit. The preppy style has made a comeback thanks to collections from the likes of
Photograph courtesy of 19/99 BeautyHere’s what’s new and noteworthy. By Natasha Bruno Date November 3, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter You can always count on the fall season to come in hot with awesome new beauty launches, and the month of November will not disappoint. From hydrocolloid patches to help you fight that dreaded maskne while also
Photograph courtesy of BonLook. We caught up with the actress to find out more about her partnership with BonLook, as well as her brand new business. By Maddison Glendinning Date November 3, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter “As with all good things, it started with two women getting together,” Abigail Spencer tells us with a laugh of
Photograph courtesy of Hudson’s bayLove that for them. By Maddison Glendinning Date November 2, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter In news we all needed today, Annie Murphy and Catherine O’Hara are returning to a screen near you after being cast as the faces of the 2020 Hudson’s Bay holiday campaign, A Call to Joy. The Emmy Award
Candace Marie Stewart is a verifiable street style star (if/when such a thing existed) and has an impressive following on social media—people who are there to take notes on her bold, stylized fashion choices. She’s also a social media consultant for Prada and formerly worked for Barneys New York. In other words, Stewart may have
Photography by William Ukoh. Ballroom competitions have provided acceptance and accolades for many who grew up feeling lost—or worse. We spoke to some Toronto ballroom community members as they modelled a selection of the season’s coziest knits. By Nichole Jankowski Date November 2, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter In March, members of the Toronto ballroom community, including
Photograph by alexandra cameron via instagram.com/alex_cameron“Millions of pictures of very naked, skinny white women can be found on Instagram every day. But a fat Black woman celebrating her body is banned? It was shocking to me.” By Pahull Bains Date November 2, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter A few months ago, plus-size model and activist Nyome Nicholas-Williams
Photo by Daniel Zuchnik/Getty ImagesComfort never looked so good. By Eliza Grossman Date October 30, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter If you’ve come to the point where elastic waistbands just aren’t cutting it or you want to dress things up without sacrificing comfort, the sweater dress trend is for you. Opt for a body-con or billowy silhouette
Photography by Ryan Maxwell.New pieces feature upcycled elements and boast an ungendered approach to design. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date October 30, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter When Kevin Klover and Sunny Basran launched their Vancouver-based brand Sevin Kasran, they were coming at it from the position of being fashion fans but design outsiders. Neither have formal
Photography courtesy of Vieren.Canadian designer Sunny Fong has co-founded a line of luxury unisex watches, Club Monaco is now available at Hudson’s Bay, and Sentaler just kicked off a new year of #SENTALER4SickKids. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date October 31, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Say hello to the Canadian-founded luxury watch brand called Vieren Photography courtesy
Photograph courtesy of BurberryHere’s what she had to say about starting a new job in lockdown and how to perfect mask makeup. By Maddison Glendinning Date October 30, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter In May, Isamaya Ffrench was named as the Global Beauty Director for Burberry – and starting a new job amidst a global pandemic is
Image courtesy HBOJust hit play for, dare we say it, killer style. By Pahull Bains Date October 30, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter When it comes to horror movies or TV shows, stylish or fashionable isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind. But nothing sets a creepy or foreboding tone quite like a costume designed
This holiday season, we’re not checking off the “naughty or nice” list, but the hottie list. For Savage X Fenty’s Holiday 2020 campaign, Hot Girl Coach Megan Thee Stallion is supplying her fans with all the trimmings to make sure this holiday season is hottie-approved. For the November Xtra VIP Box—a monthly selection of exclusive
Photograph by Alasdair McLellanWe caught up with the Grammy Award-winning artist ahead of the drop of their newest album, Love Goes, today. By Bernadette Morra Date October 30, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Sam Smith is on their last interview of the day to promote their new album, Love Goes, at a London hotel and has been
Frazer HarrisonGetty Images Since the start of the pandemic in March, the fashion industry has been devastated in more ways than one. Cushnie, the beloved fashion brand known for its sleek, demure designs, is the latest victim to succumb to COVID-19’s damaging affects. Today, designer Carly Cushnie announced that she’s been forced to shut down
Photo by Streetstyleshooters/Getty ImagesAccording to the Q3 Lyst Index. By Maddison Glendinning Date October 29, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Gucci is officially the world’s hottest brand again, taking out the top spot in the Lyst Index Q3 report, up two spots since last quarter. The Alessandro Michele-led brand was last on top in Q2 of 2019
The latest, sure-to-be-sold-out collection from Beyoncé and sportswear giant Adidas is officially on the way. Yesterday, the official Ivy Park social media channels shared first-look images of Beyoncé modeling the newest gear, and in traditional Bey fashion, she looked absolutely stunning in the series of campaign photos. Keeping her makeup fresh and neutral and her
Photos courtesy of Imaxtree. Design by Kayleen Dicuangco.This is 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. By Natasha Bruno Date October 29, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter When if
“I don’t think I’ve ever done a refined thing in my life,” says Jameela Jamil. This is cool but also tricky, because she’s an ambassador for H&M Studio’s Refined Rebel collection, which is out now and jammed—much like Jameela—with bright and bold ideas. “Can I respectfully pass on being refined?” She laughs. Sure, but thankfully,
Photography courtesy of Loewe.Parkas, colour-blocked knits and a convertible backpack are key pieces from today’s launch. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date October 29, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter With its utilitarian design focus and use of upcycling, Loewe’s new Eye/Loewe/Nature offering brings together some very key concepts for 2020: being sustainably-minded and ready for anything. “The Loewe
Photography courtesy of Sony Pictures.See all the witchy wardrobe magic now on-demand. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date October 28, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter “I definitely dressed a little Craft-influenced in high school and into my early twenties,” costume designer Avery Plewes says when asked about what the movie’s memorable wardrobing meant to her. Plewes – who