Dalston Grey’s Holiday Launch
THIS WEEKEND SHOP THE STORE’S NEW RANGE OF VINTAGE & CONTEMPORARY GIFT IDEAS Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photo provided by Dalston Grey In the mood to do a little holiday shopping this weekend? Starting today, Dalston Grey will have a new crop of vintage finds as well as contemporary giftables from Gat...
Breaking Circles, Broken Light
KOZYNDAN SHOWCASE THEIR NEWEST ZOOLOGICAL WORKS Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Fans of Kozyndan‘s colourful, expressive imagery will delight at their newest exhibit, Breaking Circles, Broken Light. But even those not familiar with the work of Kozue and Dan Kitchens will find meaning and allure in this ode to the animal kingdom. With pieces...
101 Markets at 3030
NEW MONTHLY VINTAGE & HANDMADE MARKETPLACE SETS UP IN THE WEST END Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Just because winter’s coming doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the convivial atmosphere of markets anymore; many are setting up indoors for the next few months, including the new 101 Markets, which will host their first event...
UNTTLD
EMERGING DESIGN DUO SPARK A FLAME WITH THEIR UNDEFINABLE LABEL Story by Amanda Stancati Photos by Leda & St. Jacques José Manuel St. Jacques and Simon Bélanger are the creative minds behind UNTTLD. The design duo hailing from Montréal were in Toronto last month to showcase their Spring/Summer 2013 collection on the closing...
An Important Message From Plaid
To Plaid fans everywhere, It’s with a sad heart but fond memories that I announce that as of December 1st, 2012, Plaid Magazine will cease operations both in print and online. When Plaid began in 2010, it was with few expectations above and beyond promoting the work of the talented people I knew and wanted...
Junction Flea: Winter Flea
MONTHLY MARKET SETS UP IN THE GREAT HALL ON SUNDAY Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Now that the weather’s heading downward in degrees, the Junction Flea – the popular monthly Sunday market – is heading indoors for their latest installment. From 10am-5pm, check out vendors from around the city selling food, art, home...
BYOB Cocktail Emporium’s Online Store
UNIQUE BOUTIQUE OFFERS THEIR GOODS ONLINE JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos provided by BYOB Cocktail Emporium Looking for a one-of-a-kind gift as December approaches? Or maybe you just feel like spoiling yourself heading into winter hibernation mode? Regardless of your motives, a trip to Toronto’s only...
Endgame
SOULPEPPER PRODUCTION TOUCHES A NERVE WITH TENSION & HUMOUR Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photo by Cylla von Tiedemann Nobody likes loss. No one wants to lose a loved one, a favourite thing, or a memory – and, most especially, no one wants to lose hope. Often worse than the experience of the...
Mutts & Co. Fall Shop
MUTTS & CO. ARE BACK AT IT WITH A POP-UP FULL OF FALL GOODIES Story by Odessa Paloma Parker In the market for some great apparel, home décor items and food? Stop by 88 Ossington Avenue (above LeVack Block) to check out the new Mutts & Co. Fall Shop, which officially pops up...
Oh Dina! F/W12 Collections
LABEL LAUNCHES ONLINE STORE & NEW COLLECTIONS Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos by Sian Melton Nicole McInnis, the designer behind Oh Dina! Millinery, proudly launched the line’s online store in October, noting that her four-year-old brand had finally “taken the technological plunge”. This was in no doubt to to demand – Oh...
TFW S/S13 – UNTTLD
SLEEK SOPHISTICATION BY WAY OF MONTRÉAL Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos by Michael Ho With a clean colour palette (black and white dominated, punctuated by olive green and brilliant bronze foil looks) and minimalism as their guide, UNTTLD‘s designers, José Manuel St-Jacques and Simon Bélanger, imbued a sense of mystery and flair...
TFW S/S13 – Soïa & Kyo
WELL-TAILORED WAYS TO TAKE COVER NEXT SEASON Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos by George Pimentel A common refrain heard after the Soïa & Kyo show was that it was a shame the brand didn’t produce clothing as well as outerwear; it’s true, the styling of the show – fresh, light and youthful...
TFW S/S13 – Rachel Sin
TRENDS THRIVE IN AN UNFUSSY COLLECTION Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Runway photos by Raymond Chow (Canada Wears) Backstage beauty photo by Odessa Paloma Parker Rachel Sin creates clothing for those not interested in the avant garde, exaggerated or outré. Known for her wearable, wardrobe-building pieces, Sin – a former architect – knows how...
Paria Shirvani
EMERGING DESIGNER EVOKES NATURAL MOVEMENT IN HER LATEST COLLECTION Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos by Jolie Adele Shortly before the “official” shows of fashion week began, Toronto-based designer Paria Shirvani held a preview of her Spring/Summer 2013 collection on the Ossington strip. Having interned for designers like Joeffer Caoc, Jeremy Scott and...
TFW S/S13 – Travis Taddeo
BARELY THERE SPORTSWEAR MAKES A STATEMENT Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos by Jason Hargrove Toronto isn’t necessarily known for its sexy or provocative style; so it’s no surprise it took Montreal’s Travis Taddeo to bring some serious skin to the runway. With bold garments featuring cut outs and sheer fabric exposing most...
TFW S/S13 – Arthur Mendonça
UNDERSTATED CHIC CELEBRATED IN A VARIETY OF LOOKS Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos by George Pimentel One of the most hotly anticipated shows of the week, Arthur Mendonça‘s brand of capital-G glamour was on full display as he sent a parade of glossy haired mavens down the runway. With belts being one...
TFW S/S13 – Lucian Matis
MAGNIFICENT MOSAICS & RICH REDS DOMINATE AN ELEGANT COLLECTION Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos by Jenna Marie Wakani In past collections, Lucian Matis has relied on major embellishments and ornate detailing to bring his opulent designs to life. For Spring/Summer 2013, he presented a collection that instead drew from the strength of...
TFW S/S13 – Matis by Lucian Matis
MATIS TAKES HIS AUDIENCE ON A EUROPEAN GETAWAY Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos by Jenna Marie Wakani Lucian Matis, best known for his eponymous luxury line, showcased his diffusion collection (Matis by Lucian Matis) to an eager audience this week. How would the maestro of all things sensual and sophisticated synthesize his...
TFW S/S13 – Evan Biddell
DESIGNER’S BREAK FROM THE CATWALK YIELDS A MIXTURE OF OLD & NEW IDEAS Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos provided by Alejandro Collados-Núñez When creative types take a step back from the spotlight, it’s often in order to rejuvenate their creativity. In the case of Evan Biddell, his usual high-impact pieces and playful...
TFW S/S13 – Mackage
LUST-WORTHY LEATHER GETS A BOOST FROM JUICY HUES PAIRED WITH NEUTRALS Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos by George Pimentel Supermodel star power aside (Irina Lazareanu opened and closed the show), Mackage‘s Spring/Summer 2013 collection had enough standout pieces to have achieved stellar heights based on the garments alone. The Montréal-based luxury brand...
TFW S/S13 – Cara Cheung
SEXY SILHOUETTES MEET UNIQUE TEXTILES IN THE ULTIMATE CLUB MIX Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos by Mark Binks A “modern day Amazon queen” was the starting inspiration point for Cara Cheung, who presented a short n’ tight assortment of dresses and separates last week at the Burroughes Building. “My idea of glamour...
Why Buy Vintage?
AS VINTAGE CRAWL TORONTO NEARS, WE MAKE THE CASE FOR PURCHASING PREVIOUSLY LOVED PIECES Story by Odessa Paloma Parker It’s no secret that there are amazing vintage stores all around Toronto; from those that sell designer dresses to those that focus on more laid-back looks, there’s hardly a neighbourhood in the city that...
TFW S/S13 – Klaxon Howl
SUITING IS BROUGHT INTO THE LINE’S VINTAGE-INSPIRED MIX Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos by Mark Binks It could be said (based on much of the fashion industry’s penchant for the avant-garde) that guys who don’t want to wear drop crotch trousers, heavy florals and obscure knits have nothing much to wear. Designer Matt...
TFW S/S13 – Sid Neigum
FOCUS SHIFTS TO WOMENSWEAR WITH THIS COLLECTION Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos by Mark Binks Sid Neigum has had a pretty great year. Winner of the TFI New Labels competition last spring, the designer has worked hard to solidify his point of view with much success. Breaking on to the scene with his...
TFW S/S13 – Label
DESIGN DUO TWISTS THEIR WAY THROUGH ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL SEASON Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos by Mark Binks Drawing on their renown for creating garments that exude city dweller chic, Label designers Shawna Robinson and Natalie Sydoruk once again brought sustainable fabrication and sporty silhouettes to the runway with a cohesive collection that...
TFW S/S13 – Chloé Comme Parris
HISTORY, SURF & SAND BLEND TOGETHER IN THIS BEAUTIFULLY BREEZY COLLECTION Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos by Mark Binks Fresh from being featured on the GenArt runway in New York a few weeks ago, the Gordon sisters were finally able to showcase their entire 34 piece Spring/Summer line to an audience during...
TFW S/S13 – Laura Siegel
CACTI SERVES AS INSPIRATION FOR A BLEND OF FOLKLORE & FASHION Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos by Mark Binks Laura Siegel continues to make her mark in the fashion world as a designer who is lead more by her influences and ethics than the day-to-day desires of her customers. That’s not to...
