Victor VIRGILEGetty Images There’s been a lot of talk about how to fix fashion and make the industry more sustainable, but much like the weather, it’s too often a topic that generates much discussion and comparatively little action. Dries van Noten—who might just be the Elizabeth Warren of the fashion industry—is hoping to change that.
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image courtesy vancouver candle co.Any hope for grand summer plans may be drifting away, but there is still one way to be transported to a sunny beach or bustling city. By Pahull Bains Date May 12, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Right now, aside from the occasional trip to the grocery store, the only travelling we’re really
One beauty routine just doesn’t cut it year-round. By Wing Sze Tang Date May 12, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter As you swap out your winter clothes for lighter layers, your skin and hair could also use a seasonal update. Ahead, pro-recommended tweaks to keep your complexion and your strands healthy and flawless as you transition from
Talking about silver linings in quarantine is a difficult proposition, and the Internet can be a tricky place for rooting out positivity right now. But the truth is that most Americans are home all day, working, not working, worrying about not working, caring for children—and, yes, some are fashion-influencing on the Internet, and Instagram in
Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images“It’s more important than ever to be and stay well and strong. Together, let’s reset, refocus and find clarity in what matters most.” By Pahull Bains Date May 12, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Earlier this year, Oprah Winfrey embarked on a wellness tour in partnership with WW, formerly known as Weight Watchers.
Want to add a new pair of sweatpants to your WFH rotation? Look no further: Right now, Universal Standard is taking 40 percent off its incredibly stylish loungewear set. With sizes ranging from 00 to 40, Universal Standard makes it possible for everyone to find a great pair of jeans, cute midi dress, or casual
Photograph courtesy of Peace CollectiveHere’s how to protect yourself (and others!) and support a local business at the same time. By Maddison Glendinning Date April 20, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter With social distancing orders still very much in effect across Canada, fashion brands are increasingly coming up with ways to help support the community at this
Images courtesy of Evan Ducharme, Alyssa Bertram and the Beckerman twinsOften, moms can be the most important muses. By Natasha Bruno Date May 11, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Moms can impact our lives in so many ways, personal style included. So on the back of Mother’s Day weekend here in Canada, we asked a handful of
Victor VIRGILEGetty Images The next venture for ELLE’s Education project globally is a series of online learning courses that you or any of your friends can sign up for. Following the ELLE International X MIT Innovation Leadership For Fashion & Luxury Consumer Brands Program, ELLE International’s educational programs will be extended to a dedicated online
Chris So/Toronto Star via Getty Images“I’m not just interested in shoes, I’m interested in the stories that they have to tell,” says the museum’s creative director and senior curator Elizabeth Semmelhack. By Pahull Bains Date May 11, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter The Bata Shoe Museum may be celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, but its creative
Photograph by Katherine Holland. design by danielle campbell.“Overall, I am trying not to dwell on the sense of loss in our world, and instead focus on the things I’m still so lucky and grateful to have in my life.” By Allana Davison Date May 8, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter With people around the country winding down
Photography courtesy of Ease.Each Friday at 12pm EST, expect a new selection of indie goods. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date May 8, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter If you’re looking to treat yourself or someone else while quarantining, independent design haven Ease is making it a little, well, easier thanks to a flash sale initiative that starts
Photo by Rich Fury/Getty ImagesHighlights include a movie night with Drunk Feminist Films, tarot card readings by The Good Spirit, and virtual happy hours hosted by Shay Mitchell, Jessica Mulroney and Tracy Moore. By Pahull Bains Date May 8, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter In these quarantine times, “weekend plans” may no longer be a concept but
Photographs courtesy of Simons. Design by Danielle Campbell.In partnership with Indigenous Fashion Week Toronto. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date May 8, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Highlighting the work of eight Indigenous designers from across Canada, Simons will launch a capsule collection on June 1 in collaboration with Indigenous Fashion Week Toronto (IFWTO); it boasts bold patterns,
Courtesy of Mary Katrantzou With the post office under threat, it may well be up to us to save snail mail, like, as a concept. Thank goodness for London designer Mary Katrantzou, who is tapping into our collective nostalgia for the glory days of letter writing with her postage stamp-printed collection and corresponding campaign celebrating
Photo courtesy of Mango SassiGet to know the Toronto-based drag artist who’s chock full of fun and primary colours. By Natasha Bruno Date May 8, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Jason Hatton, a prop stylist and visual merchandiser by day who has worked for high-end companies like Chanel, has the incredible ability to turn himself into Mango
“Why wouldn’t you pair denim with denim? It’s a natural combination,” says Elle Market Editor Justine Carreon. At our (pre-social distancing) interview, she’s wearing a chambray shirt layered over a tie-dye tee, and both are tucked into a pair of straight-leg jeans. “People are always nervous about a Texas tux, but in my opinion, it
Photograph courtesy of Instagram/@MackageYou can never have too many hoodies or pairs of leggings, after all. By Maddison Glendinning Date May 8, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter As we approach the end of week eight in quarantine, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our daily lives. There’s no shortage of ways in which to contribute to relief
All too often, we forget to thank our Moms. For Mother’s Day, let’s hit pause on our busy lives and pay homage to the wonderful, wild women who birthed us. In honor of this year’s holiday, Italian heritage brand Ferragamo is honoring mothers in a way that is aligned with the spirit of quarantine: a
Home-grown floral fashion. By Eliza Grossman Date May 8, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter The Duchess of Cambridge’s most recent appearance via video call for ITV’s This Morning gave us a glimpse of spring. For her earlier video calls, she has opted for a series of cute sweaters but switched things up this week which we’re taking
Rich Fury/VF20Getty Images “I don’t consider myself a TikToker,” says Hailey Bieber, though she has 3.1 million fans… which is more people than the entire state of Kansas. “It’s been fun to goof around, but I hope people don’t think I’m being insensitive or ignoring what’s happening in the world right now.” In fact, Mrs.
Collage courtesy of Danielle CampbellThe highs, the lows and everything in between. By Natasha Bruno Date May 7, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Welcome to Texture Talk, a new weekly column that celebrates and deep dives into the dynamic world of curly hair, from springy S-patterns to densely-packed coils — because curly hair is far from one
Pre-quarantine, photoshoots for fashion campaigns called upon a phalanx of hairstylists, makeup artists, manicurists, wardrobe stylists—you name it. But in the age of social isolation, all you need is fashion’s it-girls, a funky upbeat soundtrack, and Zoom. Allow Victor Glemaud’s latest to show you how to get it done. Inspired by the dress he created
Photograph courtesy of Imaxtree.The service is available until the end of June. By Maddison Glendinning Date May 7, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter With barbershops and hairdressers closed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, men (and women) across Canada have been left to their own devices when it comes to grooming. Until now, that is. This week,