Liel And Lentz
HIGH QUALITY JEWELLERY THAT’S DETAIL-DRIVEN Story by Reem Jazar Photos provided by Liel and Lentz Lifelong friends, Diandra Guglielmello and Maggie Coblentz, fused together shared business smarts, professional experience, and a passion for design to form their jewellery line, Liel and Lentz. The Oakville-based jewellery designers and entrepeneurs launched their business about a...
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...
Base London
FOOTWEAR FOR FELLAS FROM CLASSIC TO CONTEMPORARY Story by Sarah Lennox Photos provided by Base London The perfect pair of heels can make an outfit, but what about for the guys? Base London is a U.K.-based company known for its quality men’s footwear. With everything from boots inspired by motorcycle culture to comfy...
Double Trouble
LATE FALL LOOKS THAT ARE TWICE AS NICE Photographed by Irem Harnak Styling: Nicole Manek (judyinc.com) Makeup & hair: Robert Weir (Ford Artists) Models: Penelope and Aidan (Elite Models)
Phaulet
VANCOUVER-BASED LINE EXPLORES THE LIMITLESS POSSIBILITIES OF DESIGN Story by Abby Chow Photos provided by Phaulet Romantic and intriguing, Phaulet jewellery and textiles provide the medium in which graphic arts can be integrated with impeccable craftsmanship and the tradition of storytelling. Raised in Colombia, creator of Phaulet, Paula González, fuses unconventionality with familiarity in...
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...
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...
Graphic Language
LET FALL’S BEST COLOURS, PRINTS & PATTERNS SPEAK TO YOU Photographed by Joseph Saraceno Styling: Odessa Paloma Parker (judyinc.com)
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...
Noblesse Oblige
A QUIET DIGNITY RULES FOR FALL Photographed by Angelo Formato Styling: Simona Mottola Makeup & hair: Cassandra Aslanidis Model: Genevieve Welsh (D1 Models) Photographer’s assistant: Debora Palazzo
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...
Chaos Theory
CASUAL ELEGANCE FOR THE MODERN MAN Story by Amanda Thomas Photos provided by Chaos Theory Stemming from the idea that small changes can make a big difference, Chaos Theory takes street wear to the next level. The recently launched brand, created by Alyssa Alikpala and Kevin Chao, provides a contemporary aesthetic that matures as...
TFW S/S13 – Mélissa Nepton
SHEER CHIC REIGNED ON THIS RUNWAY Story by Rebecca Poynton-Murray Photos by Paul Tanaka Montréal designer Mélissa Nepton showcased her sleek and accessible chic last week at Toronto Fashion Week S/S13. Nepton’s designs relied on cleverly constructed sheer paneling giving them a ‘made to fit’ look, whether on her all-in-one playsuits, trouser suits...
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 – Mikhael Kale
DESIGNER GOES INTO THE BEAUTIFUL BLUE Story by Karen Welcome Photos by Marvan Kwan Mikhael Kale‘s Spring/Summer 2013 collection, Seeing Blue, is a sight for sore eyes. The designer held his presentation at the Corkin Gallery in the distillery district. Models with tousled updos served as the night’s objets d’art, complete with Nike...
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...
Nowhereland
NEW RETAIL CONCEPT SOURCES UNIQUE FINDS THAT ARE BOTH BUDGET & TREND CONSCIOUS Story by Reem Jazar Photos by Arden Wray I first encountered Nowhereland while strolling down Queen Street West after a workout. I was inside Love of Mine Boutique when I was drawn to the back of the store where an...
Electricity
EVENING GETS AMPLIFIED WITH BOLD SHAPES & EYE-CATCHING COLOUR Photographed by Carlyle Routh Styling: Matthew Chow (p1m.ca) Makeup & hair: Vanessa Jarman (p1m.ca) Model: Serafima (Elmer Olsen Model Management)
