“We might be able to hear better downstairs,” Vanessa Pettorelli weaves me between racks of vintage clothing and frantic 20-year-olds grabbing bundles of Vanessa’s personal pieces with slices of Welldun pizza in their free hand towards a staircase that leads to the empty staff rooms.
FASHION & BEAUTY
Semaine de la Mode Montréal F/W ’24
Montréal has long been the beating heart of Canada’s fashion scene, a city where European flair meets North American innovation. Known for its rich history as a textile hub and its vibrant underground culture, Montréal is where burgeoning talent finds its voice, and avant-garde ideas take flight.
Montreal Fashion Week Returns September 16-22
Montreal Fashion Week returns with a vibrant schedule packed with exciting events, workshops, and celebrations that will showcase the best of Quebec’s fashion industry.
Unveiling the Dichotomies of Persona in Jodi and Alex’s “Looking For Something”
Blurring the lines between on-set spectacle and individuals’ chosen outward personas, artist duo Jodi and Alex explore the dichotomy in their new video series “Looking for Something.”
Is Luxury a Thing of the Past?
Once upon a time, the distinction between mass-market fashion and luxury designer labels was clear and unmistakable. High-end brands promised personalized shopping experiences, exquisitely tailored garments, and the finest materials.
Process Visual Debuts 10th Collection ‘BALLOON’ at FAT S/S ’24
Montréal based Process Visual’s 10th collection, “BALLOON,” was unveiled at Fashion Art Toronto S/S ’24 last month, under the aegis of Lignes de Fuite—a talent incubator initiated by Milan Tanedjikov.
Promethean Shame
In an era dominated by digital interfaces and advanced technologies, the human condition finds itself in a state of profound transformation.
NUIT Clothing Atelier Launches Spring 2024 Collection
On March 21, 2024, Toronto-based clothing brand NUIT Clothing Atelier unveiled their Spring ’24 collection, titled “La Femme/Diable,” which translates to “The Woman/Devil” in English.
The Death of the Supermodel
Following a difficult battle against Lyme disease, supermodel Bella Hadid recently announced her retirement from the fashion industry to focus more on her health and happiness.
Swallowtail (揚羽 Ageha)
On a gloomy morning in Tokyo, Natsuka experienced a metamorphosis:
Swallowtail embraces transformation, rather than the usual rebirth associated with butterflies.