Did you know the fashion and textile industry is the second largest polluter in the world, comparable with oil and coal? Climate change and fast fashion are not a good look, and we can’t afford to continue adding garments to the heavily increasing amount of fashion waste. There’s no need to throw your old clothes in the garbage. Try one of these eco-friendly alternatives instead. Donate Many places in the city will take gently worn clothing off your hands, and they make it easy to do. You can drop clothes off directly at thrift stores or, if you happen to be near one, place bags inside special ..read more

Gone are the days of fabric floral luggage and squeaky wheels. Today, your travel luggage is just as important as your airport outfit. From designer collaborations to tech-friendly suitcases, we’ve rounded up the coolest luggage to hold your stuff ahead of your next vacation. The Tech-Friendly Traveler: Away “Built for modern travel”, Away is the DTC brand that paved the road of technologically advanced suitcases. The carry-on model has a built-in battery, meaning you can charge your phone right next to you instead of plugging in at the airport outlets. Its durable polycarbonate shell is soft ..read more

The most talked about fashion show of the year—New York Fashion Week—just wrapped up. The energy, the people, and the constant suprises make it easy to see why it’s such a coveted event. The 2020 runway shows were no different. Here’s what we took away from this season’s NYFW. The Designers Christian Siriano and Rachel Comey kicked off fashion week last Friday, February 7. Siriano debut his “Birds of Prey” collection in line with his own fandom and the upcoming Marvel Film.  View this post on Instagram I was so inspired by the new film #birdsofprey and I hope you all go watch to see wh ..read more

The Toronto area is buzzing with creativity, and there is no shortage of great designers who were born in this city or who now call it home. If you haven’t heard of them before, here are seven local designers you should know. 1. Caitlin Power Power left her hometown of Calgary to grow her fashion line here in Toronto. You’ll find her designing bold, confident, and sophisticated garments in her West Queen West shop, in addition to acting as a consultant for other brands. Combining classic tailoring while keeping an eye on the future, her signature looks incorporate dark, rich shades, gunmetal ..read more

Wintertime is a great time to get away. Canada has plenty of amazing cities that are perfect to visit during this snowy season—whether you’re skiing in Banff or touring Quebec City’s Winter Festival. Yet there is one challenge when it comes to packing for your winter vacation: Trying to fit thick cozy clothes into a weekend getaway bag. If you’re going away this winter, make packing easy by following our guide below. Less Is More Unlike your summer suitcase, which is light, breezy, and filled to the brim with shorts and sundresses, your winter getaway bag has to fit your favourite cozy items ..read more

You’ve heard the term, you’ve skimmed the articles, but you haven’t quite figured out what a capsule wardrobe is—or why you need one. Coined by Susie Faux in the seventies, a “capsule wardrobe” is defined as a closet consisting of built-in staples and everyday clothing necessities that never go out of fashion. We’re here to show you how to create your own capsule wardrobe. Why Do I Need One? Your clothes are an investment: You want them to last. You may think a $15.00 tee is a steal now, but when it’s falling apart a few months later, you’ll wish you splurged on a good cotton counterpart that ..read more

Winter footwear is the bane of our existence during the cold, snowy months. Snow and salt-covered sidewalks are a danger to our leather and suede booties, while heavy rubber-soled boots—despite their practicality—don’t exactly coordinate with our outfits. Forego your grade-school winter boots and try one of these five instead. 1. Ugg Adirondack III We can all agree the slipper-esque boot we wore for the first decade of the millennium did a terrible job at protecting our feet, but this style by the same brand is built for cold Canadian winters. A sensibly fashionable Ugg, the Adirondack III is ..read more

Do you wake up and feel like you have nothing to wear? Do you open your closet doors only to find none of your clothes remotely interesting? If you feel uninspired by what it’s in your closet this winter, the five tips below will help you revamp your wardrobe. 1. Step Inside Your Closet Your wardrobe may already have everything you need—you just can’t find it. If your closet is a misshapen mess of half-folded pants and tops falling off hangers, it’s time to put them back in an orderly fashion. A simple starting point involves coordinating your closet by what’s in it. Divide your closet into se ..read more

The beginning of a new decade ushers in new fashion trends. We’ve rounded up incoming styles we can’t wear to wear this year! Marigold Everything This golden hue is a toss-up between mustard and yellow that you’ll be sure to see everyone wearing once spring hits. It looks stunning on a bright dress, a bold blouse, and—for a subtle touch—in a padded headband. View this post on Instagram Nina Ricci Spring 2020 by @LisiHerrebrugh and @RushemyBotter Photography – @Mario_Sorrenti #MarioSorrenti @ArtPartner #ArtPartner Styling – @smrichardson1 Model – @licettmorillo A post shared by NINA RICCI ..read more

Dressing for parties during the cold Canadian winter is always a bit of a headache. Does this dress come in long-sleeve? Should I wear tights under this? Can I wear boots with this dress? Well, don’t fret, we’ve got you covered with these winter party outfit ideas!  The New LDB The LBD gets a sultry upgrade with head to toe lace that puts a fun spin on the traditional black garment. Wear a seasonal bodysuit underneath, perhaps gold or silver, or for a fun trick of the eye, a flesh-coloured version. Pair it with high pumps and dangling gold earrings for a look that leaves you looking like ..read more