It might be “2020 with bangs” but that doesn’t mean we can’t improve our cooking, WFH and cleaning experiences Remember when we were all like “2021 will be our year”? LOL. We’re only halfway through January and while the pandemic raging on and recent violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol makes it feel like the world is
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Parajumpers Pia Puffer and Drew Hat. By Victoria DiPlacido Date January 15, 2021 Facebook Twitter No one needs another thing to do in 2021. So instead of making brand new New Year’s resolutions, why not just make tweaks to things you’re already doing? Most resolutions are ditched by January 17, but when you rebrand the
Photography by D. Picard A Toronto psychedelic therapy clinic has been selected as a trial site for a new study on MDMA-assisted therapy for eating disorders. By Victoria DiPlacido Date January 14, 2021 Facebook Twitter Can MDMA-assisted therapy help treat eating disorders, like anorexia? That’s what a new study, funded by the U.S.-based non-profit Multidisciplinary
Brigitte Truong and her mother, Michelle. Courtesy of Sephora Canada.Starring Canadian influencers Brigitte Truong and Angel Zheng. By Natasha Bruno Date January 14, 2021 Facebook Twitter This year, Lunar New Year welcomes The Year of The Ox and Sephora Canada is getting the festivities started early with the release of its fifth annual Lunar New
By Souzan Michael Galway Date January 13, 2021 Facebook Twitter Whether you’ve been reading tarot cards for years or you’re only considering dipping a toe into the world of tarot, there’s no denying that the centuries-old practice (which originated in the 15th century in different parts of Europe, like Italy, Austria and France) has steadily
Take a walk down Memory Lane with us… There have been so many exciting, revolutionary and innovative beauty product launches and trends emerging over the past 20 years, it’s positively dizzying. From the rise of highlighting and contouring techniques, to the global popularity of multi-step skincare inspired by K-beauty, to the launch of Rihanna’s industry-disrupting
By Eliza Grossman Date January 13, 2021 Facebook Twitter The latest collection from home-grown outerwear brand Canada Goose is designed by Chinese designer Angel Chen. The brand, who has become know for epic past collaborations, is joined by Chen as their first-ever guest designer. Chen, who attended the prestigious Central Saint Martins in London and
“I believe in Canadian fashion.” By Victoria DiPlacido Date January 12, 2021 Facebook Twitter Canadian fashion champion Susan Langdon has been awarded the Order of Canada, one of the country’s highest honours. According to a press release from the governor general, Langdon, who is the executive director of Toronto Fashion Incubator (TFI), received the award
Photography via ImaxTreeSay goodbye to snow soaked hems. By Eliza Grossman Date January 12, 2021 Facebook Twitter Slouchy, lug-sole, combat and Western-inspired boots are all staples in our footwear rotation, but styling them through the elements can be tricky. While winter layering offers lots of styling opportunity, watching your favourite pants trail though slush can
Naomi Osaka and Nicolas Ghesquière By Victoria DiPlacido Date January 11, 2021 Facebook Twitter Naomi Osaka is the newest face of Louis Vuitton. The 23-year-old tennis superstar joins Alicia Vikander, Léa Seydoux and Emma Stone, among other celebrities, as ambassadors for the French luxury label. Osaka will appear in the brand’s spring-summer 2021 campaign photographed
Because there’s 100% a flat iron for you Hair comes in all different colours, lengths, textures and frizz levels, which means that—like the locks they style—one size doesn’t fit all when it comes to styling tools. That’s especially true of hair straighteners. Whether you’re trying to smooth über thick hair (lucky, but we understand the
By Victoria DiPlacido Date January 11, 2021 Facebook Twitter Where are you going? To take a walk around the block? To the grocery store? To work, because you provide an essential service? (Thank you!) With few other exceptions – some outdoor skating rinks and ski hills are open in some Canadian cities, for example –
By Victoria DiPlacido Date January 7, 2021 Facebook Twitter It would surprise exactly no one to hear of most new celebrity-brand partnerships. A-listers team up with beauty brands (like Zoe Kravitz and YSL Beauty), fashion brands (like Jennifer Lopez and Coach), and far too many fragrance brands to mention here all. the. time. The latest
From a gorgeous spring makeup collection from Chanel to big news in sustainable beauty. By Natasha Bruno Date January 9, 2021 Facebook Twitter Meet Everist, a Local Haircare Line of Eco-Friendly In-Shower Pastes Courtesy of Everist Clean, waterless and zero-waste. These three big terms are what pushed Toronto-based founders Jayme Jenkins and Jessica Stevenson, who
Photography courtesy of Smash + Tess. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date January 9, 2021 Facebook Twitter Ok, so maybe we haven’t landed on what “New year, new you” means in 2021 quite yet. To help us gather our thoughts, we’ve rounded up the recent fashion news that will help you sweat, stay cozy and find
Image via net-a-porter.com. By Victoria DiPlacido Date January 8, 2021 Facebook Twitter Yes, exercise is good for your health, creates endorphins that make you feel chipper, etc. etc. etc. But for some of us (myself included), exercising also presents the enticing opportunity to source and wear an additional category of cute clothing. Scrolling through e-comm
Photography courtesy of Dave Hogan/Getty Images.Welcome glam details, eclectic suiting and unexpected accessories into your wardrobe this year. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date January 8, 2021 Facebook Twitter As an image chameleon and culture fiend, David Bowie took inspiration from the musical stars of his adolescence – like Little Richard – as well as the
Image courtesy of Instagram/@dontecolley.Here’s who served up some #shoplocal winter wardrobe inspo. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date January 7, 2021 Facebook Twitter Just because the holidays are over, doesn’t mean the momentum of #shoplocal should end. From Lydia Okello in L’Intervalle to Donté Colley in 4ye, here are a few friendly faces we saw sporting