Photography by Ellen von Unwerth   Back in February, during London Fashion Week, an enchanting evening was held feting the debut of a sophisticated new designer’s first collection — a sexy, polished and playfully sumptuous line of stylish, vintage- inspired lingerie. Among the veritable who’s who of models, musicians, influencers, famous photographers (including Ellen von Unwerth) and fashion aficionados in attendance was Chloé Rogers, the striking blond Canadian expatriate behind the celebrated new brand, Scarlett Gasque. While chic guests sipped on cocktails and watched burlesque dancer ..read more

By Jenna Bitove-Naumovich   Goodbye cold weather, hello heat! Summer fashion is my favourite, and with the lazy days of the season upon us, I’m thinking about what to wear to special events. There’s such a fabulous variety of refreshing and vibrant colours, as well as light, sheer fabrics that fl ow in the breeze this time of year. For summer 2023, there’s a huge focus on butterfly prints (in appliqués and 3D forms, especially), whether on dresses, handbags or sandals. (Honestly, nothing says “whimsical summertime” like a piece adorned with a butterfly.) Of course, we’re also seeing stunn ..read more

By: Silvana Longo   Wuxly Makes a Splash Wuxly, the sustainable Canadian outwear brand, entered the rainwear category this spring with the launch of their first-ever rainwear collection. Known for naming their pieces after popular Toronto Neighbourhoods, meet the new Riverside Trench. Whether you’re hiking, padding or just singing in the rain, the new Tri-Seasonal Tech Shell offers a shield against the elements with an extra layer of warmth when you need it. Upholding their commitment to the best and equitable practices that uplift the planet and its people, Wuxly’s Tech Shell exterior is ..read more

By Lisa van de Geyn It’s not every day a Canadian company celebrates its 99th year in business. Since 1923, Beker Fashions has made a name for itself as one of Canada’s most respected manufacturers of luxury evening wear — think red-carpet aff airs, mother-of-the-wedding dresses and special event garments — Beker Fashions has been a mainstay in Toronto’s fashion industry, weathering the diffi cult times, including COVID-19. Th e company produces its collections — Frascara and Audrey+Brooks — in Toronto and sells to boutiques across Canada, the United States, and most recently in Mexico. It’s a ..read more

By Christine Rezvanian Images by Matthew Tyler Priestley, CRMC Models are the faces behind the fashion, inspiring people to buy from designers and creating the exposure that makes us love particular pieces. International supermodel Coco Rocha has designed Coco Rocha Model Camp (CRMC) to teach, inspire and empower models of any age to be their best, all while preparing them for a challenging career in the modelling industry. Coco Rocha has been living her dream career in fashion for 18 years. Being on more covers than I can count, she has graced the world’s most influential magazines, brands an ..read more

By Lisa van de Geyn The story behind the brilliant, innovative, exquisitely designed jewellery and timepieces created by Jacob & Co. is one of those feel-good, inspirational tales that seems more like a dream than reality. That’s the story of Jacob Arabo — the creative genius, founder and chairman of Jacob & Co. His successful eponymous brand has designed and manufactured the most impressive timepieces for decades, and his passion for watches is second to none. Arabo was 13 when his father gave him a special watch: It showed two time zones and had a gold-plated map of the world on the ..read more

By Christine Rezvanian Portrait by George Pimentel Location: The Webster, Toronto The Webster is Yorkville’s latest hotspot to find the best in luxury fashion. Following in the footsteps of its hugely successful stores in the United States, the brand has expanded to Toronto, keeping its iconic identity with a pink brick exterior adorned with a neon light logo. Inside, you will find a fabulously illuminated staircase, palm trees and attention to detail that symbolizes the brand’s strong sensual identity. Carrying the top luxury brands for men and women, The Webster has something for everyone, e ..read more

By Christine Rezvanian Portrait by Ryan Emberley Recognized throughout the world as the precursor of modern prêt-à-porter fashion, the Max Mara Group is one of the largest international fashion houses. Max Mara has held a meticulous, luxurious style that has achieved rising success on a worldwide scale. In addition to the coats and suits they started with, today Max Mara has a generous selection of accessories, shoes and bags. Building on the strongest fashion trends, Max Mara continues to lead in innovation in design. Not only do they lead in style, but they also support the community with ph ..read more

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