As the seasons change from warmer to cooler weather, Toronto World MasterCard Fashion Week provided us with a much needed look forward to the spring and summer. Last new, Toronto was style central more than ever as some of the top designers in our country gave us a preview of their upcoming … [Read more...]
REPORTS FROM THE WMCFW RUNWAY: Target
While most of the runway events showcased the Spring and Summer Collections for next year, Target decided to transform the venue into a winter wonderland! What was normally a stark, dark tent with one long runway, Target fitted the space with giant sized bright red and white holiday signage. … [Read more...]
REPORTS FROM THE WMCFW RUNWAY: Melissa Nepton SS14
Montreal designer Melissa Nepton featured her ready to wear Spring/Summer 2014 collection at the World Mastercard Fashion Week runway in Toronto last week to a full house. This designer is known for her modern touch combined with a confident personality. In her Spring Summer 2014 show, models … [Read more...]
Designed with Love & Win a Kobo Arc!
It's so inspiring to see the up-and-coming designers take centre stage at major events. This year, THE COLLECTIONS supported seven emerging designers during World MasterCard Fashion Week in Toronto. Designers included Chloe comme Parris, Sid Neigum, Thomas Balint, Laura Seigel, Klaxon Howl and new … [Read more...]
Runway Report: Korhani’s nocturnal and alluring delights
Fashion Week at the David Pecault Square is where a lot of the excitement is this week. Show after show brought beautifully crafted pieces to the forefront of the Canadian style scene. World MasterCard Fashion Week not only features fashion but style for the home. Hey, after all, your home is … [Read more...]
Runway Report: MIZ by Izzy Camilleri
Well, last year this time I was already wearing heels and bare legs to the World MasterCard Fashion Week runway shows. Sadly, this year old man winter decided to stick around! BUT Never mind. It's the time of year when some of the best established and emerging Canadian fashion designers strut their … [Read more...]
Get ready for Fashion Week!
Fashionistas unite! World MasterCard Fashion Week announces the Fall 2013 Collections that will be on runways from March 18 to March 22 in Toronto (David Pecaut Square). The event showcases Canadian designers and gives them the spotlight in the global fashion industry. It puts established and … [Read more...]
Tales from a non-Fashionista: Dare to Wear
World MasterCard Fashion Week closed with Dare to Wear Love, a gala fundraiser showcasing Canadian designers with celebrity models. Given just a few yards of African fabric,some of the designers really pushed the limits. The standout for me was Cityline's Tracy Moore in a breathtaking … [Read more...]
Tales from a non-Fashionista: David Dixon
I'm not a fashion gal at all, so for me to be blown away by a fashion show is a pretty big thing. And that's exactly what happened with David Dixon's bird themed line for Fall 2012. I'm usually the one wondering what the hype's about quietly grumbling about not getting it, but this … [Read more...]
Tales from a non-Fashionista: Joe Fresh
No Canadian Fashion Week is complete without a little love from Joe Fresh. I actually wonder if they had the produce aisle in mind when they came up with this cap. Nonetheless, here's a look at what'll be in grocery stores near you this coming fall... … [Read more...]