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
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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
Jonathan Van NessIncluding a serum Jonathan Van Ness says made him feel gorgeous and an oil Gwyneth Paltrow calls “maybe the best product ever.” By Victoria DiPlacido Date January 7, 2021 Facebook Twitter Happy new year! While we can’t promise 2021 will be any better on a societal level, we can help improve the year
Annalay Zodiac Power Necklace ($54). Photography courtesy of Annalay.The brand’s founder talks connection, creativity and why you should dress up for yourself. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date January 6, 2021 Facebook Twitter With the winter doldrums creeping in to layer on top of the continuing COVID-19 crisis, you might find yourself in a slump when it
By Victoria DiPlacido Date January 5, 2021 Facebook Twitter Vancouver-native Jackie Rhind got the idea for OVRY, the direct-to-consumer company aiming to make pregnancy and ovulation tests more affordable and sustainable, from personal experience. Rhind has a blood clotting disorder that precludes her from taking hormonal birth control and would often find herself buying pregnancy
Ariana Grande said it best when she crooned “I see it, I like it, I want it, I got it” in her hit 2019 song “7 Rings.” While Grande was talking about her own spending habits (and the fact that, as a millionaire, she can effectively buy whatever the heck she wants without a second
Photo by D. Picard. By Victoria DiPlacido Date January 5, 2021 Facebook Twitter Intrigued by tarot? “Tarot is an extremely helpful introspective tool for those who are open to exploring themselves and the energies that they’re working with,” says Canadian clarity coach Chris Corsini. We spoke to Corsini to understand how can tarot cards can