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Category: Fashion

  • From bread to toe: Local Toronto bakery hosts their very own fashion show

    Tre Mari Bakery transforms their products into items for casual wear By: Teresa Valenton A local bakery has reimagined the limitations of fashion by incorporating their products into clothing pieces. While pulling inspiration from the immigrant story, Tre Mari Bakery has brought communities together by creating a space to purchase groceries. Founded by Jim and…

  • Back in style: The Y2K aesthetic that is back and bigger than ever

    How vintage styles from the early 2000s have come back into society’s contemporary dressing culture and icons of the past stay living as trendsetters. By: Yvonne Le (Abby Grant/CanCulture) Trends come and go and come back once more again. We constantly recycle garments that were popularized in past mainstream fashion, extending and reviving their life…

  • 5 sustainable Canadian clothing brands worthy of being in your closet

    Whether you are looking to transition to a minimalist capsule wardrobe or you feel overwhelmed by the abundance of fast fashion brands on the market, CanCulture has gathered five sustainable clothing brands to transform your shopping experience.  By: Marianne Semaan (Alyssa Strohmann/Unsplash) In a world where the fast fashion industry is operating at an unprecedented…

  • What to wear next: Trendiest fall fashion looks for your next adventure

    Fashionistas are tired of wearing sweatpants for the past year and a half. Here’s your complete guide to your next eye-catching fall outfit By: Samreen Maqsood It’s been almost two years since the pandemic and life as we know it has not been the same. Every sector has changed and altered their regular environment and…

  • Eerie-sistible costumes: Your guide to DIYing this year’s most unique last-minute Halloween fits

    Whether you’ve put off coming up with a costume idea or you’re looking for an inexpensive last-minute Halloween look, CanCulture has gathered a wide and varied selection of looks you can make at home. By: Racy Rafique Halloween is coming back around, and this one is as special as ever. Two years of pandemic-life later,…

  • SHIFT: The universal future of design and accessibility

    With the intention to create accessible homes that don’t sacrifice appeal, SHIFT is changing the way we look at the universality of design.  By, Sama Nemat Allah  In 2018, Josh Peill and Griffin Simony recognized an exclusionary gap in the world of construction: living facilities lacking accessibility were abundant but contractors with the experience to…

  • Four Toronto fashion-tech companies to look out for

    How local fashion companies are leveraging tech during the pandemic  By, Smiksha Singla While COVID-19 has forced several industries to pivot and adapt to various innovative technologies, the fashion industry has experienced a great shift in terms of adopting new means of virtual production. Tech has undoubtedly revolutionized the way we perceive fashion. The industry…

  • 11 BIPOC fashion brands to shop this season

    A curated list of Canadian BIPOC fashion designers and brands to check out ASAP By Megan Ebreo This past year has brought about a tremendous wave of change into our lives, especially for marginalized communities. From an unexpected worldwide pandemic to the Wetʼsuwetʼen pipeline protests and a resurgence of the Black Lives Matter movement, the…

  • 10 Valentine’s gifts your fellow fashion enthusiasts will love

    A guide to purchasing gifts for your loved ones this Valentine’s Day By, Samreen Maqsood With everyone’s favourite Hallmark holiday just around the corner, no doubt you are stressing about what to get your friends and family to show them your appreciation and affection! In order to support local businesses during this pandemic, CanCulture is…

  • How to ethically clean your closet and make money doing it

    Clean your closet for cash and feel good doing it By Megan Ebreo Fast fashion has devastating environmental impacts and is one of the largest contributors to carbon emissions. While cute and trendy, fast fashion apparel comes at a high environmental expense. According to The Vancouver Sun, in Canada, that expense is approximately 500,000 tonnes…

  • How the Fashion industry is being reshaped by COVID-19

    While the fashion industry traditionally relies on in-person interaction, whether that be in-person shopping or physical shows, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced the industry to look to innovation and digital strategy By, Samreen Maqsood COVID-19 is gravely impacting the fashion industry. Well-known Canadian brands like Aldo, SwimCo and La Chateau have begun shuttering operations while…

  • Through the wardrobe: Family finds

    How clothing and accessories bond family members through a sentimental exchange By Bree Duwyn On a recent trip back to my hometown, my mum cleaned out her closet, and buried deep in the back was a supple black leather jacket with flat buttons trailing the front and a soft quilted lining that she had owned…

  • Ryerson fashion graduates strut in the virtual Fashion Art Toronto runway

    In light of the Ryerson Mass Exodus show’s cancellation due to COVID-19, two graduate student designers participated virtually in one of Toronto’s most prominent fashion events. By, Megan Ebreo Fashion Art Toronto is one of Toronto’s most prominent fashion-led events, typically showcased at Regent Park’s community cultural hub Daniels Spectrum. Held on Oct. 15 to…

  • The Haunting of Canadian Costume Consumerism

    Halloween is almost here and Canadians are still celebrating the spooky season despite COVID-19 By Megan Ebreo Halloween is drawing near, and people are starting to think more about loads of candy, spooky decorations, and elaborate costumes they intend to buy. Despite the current pandemic situation, Halloween pop-ups and seasonal stores are still operating in…

  • Fashion bloggers: Let’s get down to business

    Three fashion bloggers share their experiences with the business behind the job By Mariah Siddiqui Allysha Yung, Toronto-based fashion blogger, wakes up at 9 a.m., fixes herself a smoothie or tea, and starts her work for the day. She will check her emails and respond to them, shoot her content around 10:30 a.m. and then…

  • Winter 2020 Campus Street Style

    By Samreen Maqsood Photography by Luc Dubois In an area as stylish and fast-paced as downtown Toronto, you are bound to find a variety of styles and looks in just a few minutes. For many students in this area, their style is part of their personality and they put extra care into their outfits. Being…

  • Oscars 2020: Red Carpet Glam

    By Allie Murray The 92nd Oscars red carpet was adorned with glitz, glam and a little bit of rain. But the damp, chilly weather didn’t put a damper on the stars’ fashion that lined the red carpet for hours. Before the award show began, celebs hit the red carpet leading into California’s Dolby Theatre and…

  • Ridhisa “Ridi” Giri on the makings of a beauty blogger

    (CanCulture/Samreen Maqsood) By Samreen Maqsood With fall blowing in and winter quickly approaching its tails, beauty and fashion trends are on the all-time rise. Being in Toronto has its advantages. As one of the largest cities in Canada, it’s the hub and buzz of everything. No one knows fashion better than the bustling sidewalks of…

  • Revitalization, sustainability and evolution: A look at vintage fabrics

    (CanCulture/TIna Makuto) By Tina Makuto The rebirth of vintage fabrics is a common occurrence in today’s society. From high fashion runways to everyday street style, people and designers alike are growing more comfortable with the idea of revitalizing fabrics and textiles we all thought were old news.  Being able to truly appreciate the beauty of…

  • TIFF 2019: Red Carpet Recap

    By Regina Dickson Fall is a bittersweet time of the year. Summer is over, which means no more weekends at the cottage, day trips to the beach or naps by the pool. On the bright side, for those of us who live off of schedules, systems and structure, fall is our time to thrive, as…

  • Get the look: Your 6 favourite TV characters

    By Bree Duwyn With the rise of Netflix original shows, Canada has finally earned its way into the popular television industry. Three of the company’s most popular original series, Riverdale, The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and A Series of Unfortunate Events, were filmed in Vancouver, placing Canada one step closer into the TV limelight. These…

  • Spring in Canada: Fashion trends to stay on top of this upcoming season

    By Mia Maaytah Although this winter seems to be endless, spring is approaching and Toronto designers have been busy cultivating new fashion trends for the city. In the past, spring has been an opportunity to softly reintroduce colour back into our closets and a time to pair lightweight material with classic, dainty jewelry. However, this…

  • Grammys 2019: Canadian celebrities step onto the red carpet

    By Nuha Khan (Photo courtesy of Recording Academy (@recordingacademy) via Instagram). The 61st Annual Grammy Awards consumed the pop culture spotlight on Sunday night, attracting some of the most notable Canadian celebrities. The Grammys are considered one of the biggest nights in music, fashion and celebrity culture. It’s a time for artists to show off…

  • Your 2019 Valentine’s Day outfit inspiration

    Photo: Courtesy of Toni G Photo via Pinterest. Graphic by Regina Dickson. By Regina Dickson If you’re stuck on what to wear for your Valentine’s Day date this year, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. However, if you’re stuck on trying to find a date… First, you are not alone and second, we unfortunately don’t…

  • The #10YearChallenge: Canadian fashion in 2009 versus 2019

    By Meghna Sarawat The #10YearChallenge has been blowing up our social media feeds since the beginning of the new year. You’ve seen it: two contrasting photos of your friend, on the left a photo of them in 2009 and on the right a photo of them today. Some also refer to the challenge as the…

  • The Junction Collection: Sewing a Yukon community together

    Henry Navarro’s designs showcased at the Junction Artist in Residence program fashion show in October 2018. (Courtesy of Bruce Binder Photography) By Regina Dickson Fashion designer Henry Navarro’s Yukon project “The Junction Collection” forged an empowering community bond that has continued to be impactful since its completion. Navarro, who was born and raised in Cuba,…

  • Fall Campus Street Styles

    Nathaniel Doody, first-year fashion design student at Ryerson Nathaniel’s fitted navy suit contrasts with the prevalent black and beige shades of fall. Mixing a scarlett tie with salmon pink handkerchief was a bold move, but he effortlessly pulls it off. Justin Haley, yoga and meditation teacher downtown Justin stands out from the crowd with his…

  • Our Fave Canadian Celebrity Halloween Costumes of 2018

    By: Regina Dickson As the Halloween celebrations wrap up and we sit at Starbucks, sipping our peppermint mochas, admiring the newly-released Christmas merchandise, we can’t help but wonder what the celebs got up to this week. Yet more importantly, what were they wearing? Here’s a glimpse of Canadian celebrity looks from this year’s Halloween festivities.…

  • Buffer Festival 2018: LGBTQ+ Creators Challenge Expectations and Prioritize Creative Freedom

    Stef Sanjati (StefSanjati) (CanCulture/Nina Jeffery) By: Tess Stuber The Buffer Festival 2018 LGBTQ+ screening offered creators a chance to share new content that branches out from their regular work. Many artists decided to pursue their own visions, despite the expectations and pressures placed on them as LGBTQ+ creators. “There’s a pressure to always represent the…

  • Behind the Camera: The Wave of Side-Hustle Models

    Justin Lee Instagram: jun.jlee By: Meara Khanna With New York Fashion Week in the rear view, models are looking for new ways to self-innovate and define themselves more than ever. The ways in which we’re now delivering fashion are innovating and diversifying. The modelling industry, in particular, is seeing this kind of change. Whether it’s…