Designer labels like Prada, Ralph Lauren and Dolce & Gabbana roll easily off the tongues of the average Canadian fashion enthusiast but less so names like Breeyn McCarney, Zoran Dobric, Heidi Ackerman and Nella Bella. Toronto-based online store and community Ukamaku (ukamaku.com) hopes to change that. Read more »
NYFW backstage beauty: The Chinese military meets ’40s Hollywood at Jason Wu
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NYFW diary: The dispatch from day one including Jason Wu’s updated Mao jacket, Rag & Bone’s granny mishmash, and Suno’s sweet, sweet garden print
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Shopping
Toronto: Sample sales on Lucian Matis, Brose, Carrie Hayes and more
Check out the goods by young, talented Canadian designers at this upcoming sample sale for up to 80% off. Sort through eveningwear by Project Runway Canada runner-up Lucian Matis, funky printed dresses by Zoran Dobric and earthy day dresses by Carrie Hayes. Plus, adorn yourself with elaborate, vintage glam pieces from Jewellery by Karen.
300 Campbell Ave, Suite 201, buzzer 201. Saturday May 15 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday May 16 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. click here for more info
Next week, be sure to hit up the Brose sample sale for items from their Spring 2010, Fall 2009 and Spring 2009 collection for up to 70% off.
Twist Gallery, 1100 Queen Street West. Thursday May 20 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Shopping
Sale alert: Dace, Lily & Jae, Holts and more
Vancouver
Dace with Lily & Jae sample sale. (December 11, 11am-8pm, 300 – 76 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, 604-694-2442, via facebook).
National
Holts Designer Sale: Up to 50% off men’s and women’s fall/winter fashion and accessories. (December 3 until December 24, at all Holt Renfrew locations except Last Call, holtrenfrew.com).
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