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Category: Fashion

  • The Good Friends Market: Sparked in the name of fashionable friendship

    Thrifting anxiety? Looking to support locals? The Good Friend’s Market is the spot where the worlds of local creative vendors and Toronto thrifting lovers collide By: Reema Najjar The weekend of Feb. 25 and 26 marked the return of The Good Friend’s Market at the Ossington Strip on Queen St. W. The market held uniquely…

  • 10 Canadian stars taking over fashion

    From actors and musicians to models and social media influencers, these 10 Canadians are making their mark on the fashion industry with their distinct style By: Jacob Marion Canadians have always played a prominent role in the world of arts and culture, and our presence in the fashion scene is no exception.  Below are some…

  • For the love of Parkdale: Valentine-themed market unites community and fashion in the West End

    The market is part of a larger initiative seeking to rejuvenate small businesses in a Toronto neighbourhood hit hard by the pandemic By: Edward Lander What sets Parkdale apart from Toronto’s other neighbourhoods is its distinct identity—an identity that has a lot to do with its plethora of small businesses, especially its thrift, vintage and…

  • ‘Documentation and representation matters’: An exclusive Q&A with Charmaine Gooden

    Uncovering the lost archives of Black creatives, this Toronto-based journalist creates a platform for discovery  By: Teresa Valenton Through years of navigating through creative industries as a Black creative, Charmaine Gooden is driven by the crossover between fashion and race. Dedicated to uplifting and showcasing Black fashion designers, the Black Fashion Canada Database was created…

  • Five Black Canadian-owned fashion brands to support all year round

    Supporting Black talent should go beyond Black History Month By: Angel Agbontaen With Black History Month in full motion, our Instagram feeds are probably full of infographics containing who and what to support in this one short month. But Black talent isn’t exclusive to February Black Canadian creatives are making moves everywhere and the designers…

  • Dupe Culture: Is it worth it?

    With the rise of dupe culture on social media, there are many ethics and sustainability questions around the topic By: Jillian Gonzales Everyone loves a makeup dupe but shopping for them does have its cons. (Sama Nemat Allah/CanCulture) With the various fashion and beauty trends that pop up daily, you can count on social media…

  • Livia Manywounds: In the eye of the ‘Dancing Storm’

    From broadcasting to publishing books and creating a successful fashion brand—Manywounds has done it all By: Bashair Ali The Toronto Star named Manywounds as one of Canada’s many Indigenous fashion designers responsible for changing the game (Photographs in the piece courtesy of Red Works). What was once a dream has now become a full-fledged custom…

  • Krater: The new fashion movement

    A new non-gendered, high-end elevated streetwear brand hits the streets of Toronto By: Monserrat Quintana Costa Dumitras just participated in his first fashion show and he’s making waves in the Toronto fashion scene.  In a vibrant showcase, this 19-year-old fashion designer and fashion student from Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) displayed a limited-edition 10-piece collection of…

  • ‘Made in hell’: How the reputation of tattoos made a hot spin into the world of fashion

    People embellish their bodies with tattoos as a form of expression By: Aliya Karimjee Different mediums are available to create art; its canvas can even be someone’s body. This form of body art allows people with various stories to express themselves through tattoos. Interested in traditional Thai tattoos, the owner of Bamboo Tattoo Studio, Todd…

  • Street Fashion on Film: What are people wearing in the city?

    Student Erica Lim’s photography project captures different styles of clothing from people all over the world By: Mariana Schuetze Over the summer, Erica Lim, a third-year business student at McMaster University, started working on an exciting fashion project. Soon after, she went on exchange in Amsterdam, and the newest FILMEDFITS volumes came to life. Lim…

  • Fashion Without Freezing: A guide to (stylishly) surviving the Canadian winter

    Considerations to make while planning your wardrobe for the winter season By: Neda Madany As temperatures drop below zero and we see snowflakes transition into puddles of slush, it’s safe to say that it’s officially too cold to walk outside in our leather jackets and loafers. Swapping out light coats for protective jackets, combat boots…

  • Local designers wrapped up Fashion Art Toronto with newness and innovation

    CanCulture attends the showcase’s closing day and what the designers brought to the runway did not disappoint By: Sena Law Toronto’s longest-standing fashion showcase — Fashion Art Toronto returned this November, showcasing what the future holds for the Canadian high couture scene. Featuring 30 emerging Canadian fashion designers and brands, Parkdale Concert Hall was filled…

  • Fashion Art Toronto returns for fall and winter 2022 show

    Over 30 Canadian designers showcased multi-art garments on the runway By: Teresa Valenton The multi-arts event, Fashion Art Toronto returns for a four-day event at Parkdale Hall. Located at 1605 Queen St. W., fashion enthusiasts came together to celebrate Toronto’s fashion scene. From Nov. 10 to 13, runway shows featuring over 30 Canadian designers were…

  • Behind the Design: A bag that costs as much as your groceries

    Toronto-born Filipino designer Xylk Lorena releases his latest collection, a take on the iconic Birkin bag By Shekinah Natan Who would’ve thought that wearing grocery bags as a stylish accessory would be all the rage within the past two years? Fashion brand XYLK, named after its founder Xylk (pronounced silk) Lorena, is responsible for the…

  • Does Gen-Z still hate Victoria’s Secret?

    Controversy haunts the lingerie company’s corporate image despite a massive rebrand By: Alina Jaffer Content Warning: Mentions of anti-fatness Arriving in Canada in 2010, Victoria’s Secret (VS) conquered the intimate apparel industry with its army of Angels. The company was easily identifiable thanks to their infamous annual fashion shows. These hour-long televised events featured supermodels…

  • Behind the design: The Indigenous-inspired Toronto Raptors jersey

    This ode to Indigenous culture, reimagined on a Raptors jersey, showcases imagery from the Indigenous communities whose lands we reside on By: Bana Yirgalem On National Truth and Reconciliation Day, which falls on Sept. 30 each year, Canadians are asked to recognize the oft-unacknowledged origins of Turtle Island– the place we may refer to as…

  • Choose your pick of the patch: Spooky ‘stumes for a spooky season

    Your guide for last-minute Costumes to be the best dressed this Halloween with a 2022 twist. By: Manroop Aulakh Halloween is right around the corner and if you’re not like me, you haven’t been planning your costume since the day after last year’s Halloween. Whether it has slipped your mind or you are still debating…

  • Streetwear meets Chicwear: OVO Launches Second Capsule Collection with U of T

    The University of Toronto gets a second collaboration with Drake’s brand, October’s Very Own By: Bana Yirgalem OVO released its second capsule collection on Oct. 14, in collaboration with the University of Toronto, one of Canada’s most prestigious schools. OVO is a record label and a clothing line founded by Canadian rapper Drake. The brand’s…

  • Fall 2022 fashion: What are you wearing?

    Forget the runway, TMU’s Gould Street has all the fashionistas By: Fatima Raza and Daniella Lopez As temperatures cool and the leaves turn shades of red, orange and yellow, fashion trends are gradually changing too. As we say goodbye to crochet tank tops, low-rise micro mini skirts and Bermuda shorts, we enter fall fashion. During…

  • Toronto Metropolitan fashion graduates showcase bold collections at Mass Exodus 2022

    With ‘Metamorphosis’ as the theme, this annual fashion show made a long-awaited return to being hosted in-person. By: John Vo Runway shows have been making a glorious comeback to in-person venues once again. With most of this year’s fashion week holding extravagant shows in live venues, fashion lovers and industry professionals could not be more…

  • Thrifting isn’t the only way to combat fast fashion

    Here are four other easy tips to create a sustainable wardrobe  By: Nalyn Tindall There are many issues surrounding fast fashion, whether it be its environmental impact or human rights violations. Fortunately, there are many ways to combat the dangerous effects of this ever-growing industry. Thrifting — the act of purchasing gently-used items at discounted prices…

  • Four fashion dos and don’ts to elevate your summer fits

    Who said layering isn’t fun? By: Sania Ali With just a few mere scrolls on social media, you’ll quickly find yourself immersed in the world of various fashion trends that are waiting to be recreated. In Canada we’re already well into spring and this is the perfect time to prepare ourselves for hot girl summer…

  • CanCulture’s spring fashion must-haves

    If you are looking for new pieces for a closet glow-up, here are some ideas! By: Youdon Tenzin  Spring 2022 fashion is already making a splash.  This year, we are all about nostalgia, elegance and stomping on the city grounds. Soft clothes are infiltrating the industry and Y2K is still here to stay. A return…

  • Your guide to styling skirts and dresses for a Canadian winter

    Ten tips on how to stay warm this winter without compromising your fashion  By: Sara Belas Thermal tights and socks, layering sweaters over shirts, and adding cardigans and sweaters can create extra warmth, while belts create shape in the overall outfit. (Sara Belas/CanCulture) Growing up, I almost always wore skirts or dresses no matter the…

  • 3 Toronto creatives making their mark in design, fashion and lifestyle

    Take a deep dive into the individuals causing ripple effects in Canada’s creative industries.  By: Marianne Semaan Sean Brown, Lisa Gozlan and Amanda Rach Lee Those in the Toronto creative industries know that it’s not easy to make a mark. So it is all the more important to acknowledge the work of up-and-coming creators, especially…

  • Winter 2022 fashion: What to wear for in-person class

    With our return to in-person classes made official, here are some trendy and comfy looks to bring you back to campus By: Mariana Schuetze Many Canadian universities, like X University and the University of British Columbia, have announced a full return to in-person class for this winter semester.  After a long time of wearing pyjama…

  • Sweep them off their sweet: A Valentine’s Day gift guide for everyone and anyone

    Who said you had to be dating to celebrate Valentine’s Day and give gifts?  By: Samreen Maqsood A COVID-19 and conversation candy hearts Valentine’s card (Via Etsy Canada) The COVID-19 virus still may be in the air, but so is love! CanCulture rounded up some of the best gifts for our Valentine’s Day gift guide,…

  • Here’s what we know about New York Fashion Week (and its lineup of emerging talent)

    Fresh faces are projected to offer audiences a first glimpse into the future of fashion. By: Christina Flores-Chan (“New York Fashion Week Fall 2007: Doo Ri” / Art Comments) After much back-and-forth about whether or not another fashion week would take place via livestream amid the Omicron variant’s global infiltration, New York Fashion Week (NYFW)’s…

  • Ugg boots for an ugh season

    Uggs are this season’s new go-to shoe for many. CanCulture can help you style them. By: Sakina Chaudary (Thibault Penin/Unsplash) Uggs are back in a big way. From celebrities like Kaia Gerber, Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid sporting them, to finding them all over social media, they’re shaping up to be this season’s go-to shoe…

  • The rink is a runway

    The symbiotic relationship between sports and fashion exists from the catwalk to the sidewalk By: Christina Flores-Chan Pause the pre-game show. Toronto Maple Leaf rookies and future dynamic duo Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner are strutting down a hallway at Scotiabank Arena sporting matching fedora hats atop their suits in December 2016. A live camera…