Welcome to 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 June 25, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Image courtesy of TRACY PEART. Design by Danielle Campbell.
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Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImageThe pair are taking further steps to plan their post-royal lives. By Maddison Glendinning Date June 24, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are preparing for their post-COVID-19 lockdown life in a pretty major way – namely, by signing a speaking engagements contract with the Harry Walker Agency, a New
While some businesses across Canada are starting to re-open during COVID-19, it looks like a trip to your facialist *probably* won’t be happening anytime in the very near future. ICYMI, even if you live somewhere that is in Stage 2 Reopening and can start enjoying services like haircuts and manicures (like most of Ontario), treatments
Photo by George Pimentel/Getty ImagesAfter signing Sephora and Rent The Runway, James has extended the initiative to Canada. By Maddison Glendinning Date June 24, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter In early June, Canadian designer Aurora James (who runs footwear brand Brother Vellies) introduced the 15 Per Cent Pledge to encourage some of America’s biggest retailers to commit
Photograph courtesy of AppleThe new developments were announced at the tech giant’s annual WWDC event which was held virtually over the past two days. By FASHION Staff Date June 23, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Each year, Apple holds its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) at its headquarters in Cupertino, California. However, given that COVID-19 restrictions are
Courtesy of L’Oréal ParisThe Australian actress talks beauty must-haves, Hollywood royalty and career-defining roles. By Natasha Bruno Date June 23, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Katherine Langford has a brand new gig, and while it may not be able to snag her another Golden Globes Award nomination, it does add her name to an impressive roster of
Content warning: police violence, death. Here’s a list of BIPOC people who have died during mental health-related interactions with Canadian police in the last three months: On June 20, Ejaz Ahmed Choudry, who was 62, was shot and killed by police in his apartment in Mississauga, Ont., after police were called to “check on [his] well-being.”
Photograph courtesy of instagram/@KylieCosmeticsThe rumours are true. By Maddison Glendinning Date June 22, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Up until this weekend, Kendall Jenner was the only Kardashian-Jenner sister to have not teamed up with Kylie Jenner on a line for Kylie Cosmetics – however, Kylie confirmed a Kendall collection is to be released imminently in a
Our top picks for year-round sun protection Yes, the summer of 2020 is bound to be far different than the summer of 2019, but the golden rule of skincare still applies: Always wear sun protection. While slathering on sunscreen every day can feel like a chore, soaking up the sun—even on short errands or through
Photo by Gareth Cattermole/BFC/Getty Images for BFCThe announcement is the second from a luxury brand today regarding in-person shows. By Maddison Glendinning Date June 22, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Following the news that Dior is to push ahead with its plan to host a live runway show in Italy next month to unveil its Cruise 2021
Photograph courtesy of SpotifyThe Ottawa-based company says it will evolve the app to “present a diversity of voices that reflects our mission to make commerce better for everyone.” By Maddison Glendinning Date June 17, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Canadian e-commerce platform Shopify has updated its Shop app to feature a spotlight on Black-owned businesses. From today,
This article was originally published in November 2019. When Leigh Joseph was growing up, she’d pick vegetables from her great uncle’s garden near the Nanaimo River on Vancouver Island, help him hang salmon in his smokehouse, and drink the fresh blackberry juice her great aunt made. These experiences instilled in Joseph, a member of the
Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images By Maddison Glendinning Date June 18, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter E-commerce giant Farfetch has announced the launch of a new online sustainability calculator designed to help consumers gain a better understanding of the environmental impact of their purchases. The fashion footprint tool outlines the impact of specific materials used within a
For anyone who still thinks that racism “isn’t an issue” in Canada, politician Jagmeet Singh—and his latest encounter in the House of Commons—is here to prove you wrong. On June 17, the leader of the NDP party was removed from the House after refusing to apologize for calling Bloc Québécois Member of Parliament Alain Therrien
Photography by Naomie Tremblay.Directed by Richmond Lam, the short piece celebrates nature and friendship. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date June 19, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Set in the idyllic forest where her Laurentian-area home is situated, designer Noemie Vaillancourt’s brand Noemiah posted a Richmond Lam-directed video this week to showcase her new pieces under the collection
These statement earrings, beaded patches and elegant rings helped me reclaim my identity and understand my culture This article was originally published in June 2019. I was born and raised on Six Nations, Canada’s largest First Nations reserve. Yet, I don’t speak the languages of my ancestors. Unlike many of the friends I grew up
Image courtesy L’Uomo StranoThe summer runway series begins on June 22 with Mic Carter, the genderqueer designer behind Toronto’s gender-nonconforming brand L’Uomo Strano. By Pahull Bains Date June 19, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter 2020 marks the 15-year anniversary of Fashion Art Toronto, the city’s largest annual multi-arts fashion festival, which draws thousands of guests every spring
Images courtesy of Imaxtree. Design by Danielle Campbell.A beginner’s guide to the type of wigs on the market and how to properly care for them. By Natasha Bruno Date June 18, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Welcome to Texture Talk, a weekly column that celebrates and deep dives into the dynamic world of curly hair, from crowns