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Fashion Art Toronto returns in full “BLOOM” for their spring show

Numerous Canadian designers displayed their multi-garments through runway shows, art installations and presentations at FAT’s latest season

By Teresa Valenton

Toronto once again transforms into a playground for creativity at this year’s spring season of Fashion Art Toronto (FAT) to highlight Canadian designers. This year’s theme, “BLOOM,” celebrates the essence of spring and summer fashion with collections bursting with imagination! From May 2 to 5, FAT’s 1664 Fashion Week celebrated over 40 designers to push boundaries in the cultural scene. 

First established in 2005, this festival has become Toronto’s longest-running fashion week in the city. Accompanied by multidisciplinary artists, this year’s set effortlessly encapsulates a fresh start. The first night showcased collections from Signed by Dahliah, Prescribed Shelter, Oama, Kyle Gervacy and Ali Haider. Each designer reimagined “BLOOM” to their own creative pursuits, leading to a dynamic show. 

Aside from the runway, there were numerous exhibitions around the event space for visitors to explore. Photos taken by Canadian artists were on display, alongside beauty and retail boutiques from local businesses. A 50-foot pink carpet, combined with plenty of photo ops and a guest lounge, all emphasizing the experimentation and fun of the event.

Take in this iconic Toronto-based event through this exclusive CanCulture photo gallery: 

A line of models dressed in shades of white and pink with varying textiles and silhouettes.
From Signed by Dahliah’s collection defined by floral accents, pastel colours, and traditionally feminine conventions (Teresa Valenton/CanCulture)
A model wearing a flowy lilac dress with a collar, strings and a bow. They also wear large fabric earrings that match the dress.
From Signed by Dahliah’s collection defined by floral accents, pastel colours, and traditionally feminine conventions (Teresa Valenton/CanCulture)
A model wears a camo-print orange and yellow zipped sweater as another behind them wears a North Face puffer and blue beanie.
Prescribed Shelter’s take on contemporary and conventional street styles (Teresa Valnton/CanCulture)
From Signed by Dahliah’s collection defined by floral accents, pastel colours, and traditionally feminine conventions (Teresa Valenton/CanCulture)
Prescribed Shelter’s take on contemporary and conventional street styles (Teresa Valenton/CanCulture)
A model wears a yellow face ask, black puffer and a shiny black neck piece.
Prescribed Shelter’s take on contemporary and conventional street styles (Teresa Valenton/CanCulture)
A model wears an off-white fitted dress with flowy sleeves and hem, complete with a pink tulle neck trim and long bows.
From Signed by Dahliah’s collection defined by floral accents, pastel colours, and traditionally feminine conventions (Teresa Valenton/CanCulture)
Two models walking on the runway wearing all black with futuristic styles. One wears a bucket hat and a windbreaker with a unique form. The other wears big wraparound sunglasses and a mesh scoop top paired with an oversized puffer.
Prescribed Shelter’s take on contemporary and conventional street styles (Teresa Valenton/CanCulture)