Fashion & Style

Photography courtesy of @PanosPictures/PublicEye The brand is no stranger to controversy. By Natalie Michie Date November 19, 2021 Facebook Twitter Shein’s reputation has taken another hit. The TikTok-famous fast fashion brand was embroiled in yet another controversy last week after an investigation by Swiss advocacy group Public Eye uncovered alleged labour law violations at its facilities in China. Researchers — who remained anonymous for their own safety — visited 17 of the brand’s suppliers in the region of Guangzhou, China, a sprawling port city north of Hong Kong once home...

Photography Courtesy of Amika Welcome to Texture Talk, a column that celebrates and deep dives into the dynamic world of curly hair, from crowns of curls that are free flowing to strands that are tucked away in a protective style. By Megan Kirkwood Date November 18, 2021 Facebook Twitter Perfecting a blowout for textured hair at home can seem like a challenge, but according to Naeemah LaFond, a celeb and runway stylist who’s worked with Whitney Peak and Christopher John Rogers, it’s all about making sure you’re considering every single...

Photography courtesy of Netflix Expect more luxe locations, handsome frenchmen and decadent looks. By Annika Lautens Date November 18, 2021 Facebook Twitter I’ll just come out and say it: The fashion from the first season of Emily in Paris was a disappointment. As one of 2020’s most anticipated new releases, it had all the makings to fill the Upper East Side-sized hole that Gossip Girl left in its wake. Legendary costume designer and Sex and The City fairy godmother Patricia Field, check! Audrey Hepburn look-alike and rising style icon Lily...

Photography by Facundo Arrizabalaga - Pool/Getty Images The Duchess of Sussex wore a feminine Oscar de la Renta blouse. By Jillian Morgan Date November 18, 2021 Facebook Twitter Meghan Markle will make an appearance on today’s episode of The Ellen Show for what we expect to be a relatively tame interview after her high-profile sit down with Oprah Winfrey in March — but that doesn’t mean we won’t tune in! In a preview released by DeGeneres to Twitter, the Duchess of Sussex reflects on her early trips to the Warner...

Photo by Kevin Mazur/MG21/Getty Images For The Met Museum/Vogue But some aren't buying the pivot from male fantasy to female empowerment. By Natalie Michie Date November 17, 2021 Facebook Twitter Tennis champion Naomi Osaka is Victoria Secret’s newest VS Collective member. The lingerie retailer shared the news on Instagram November 17, writing that the 24-year-old athlete “will join an ever-growing group of trailblazing partners who share a common passion to drive positive change.” In June 2021, Victoria Secret launched its VS Collective, an initiative made up of figureheads to “influence...

Paris Jewellers co-owners (Trang Wong and Chau Liu) with Shayla Stonechild. Photography courtesy of Paris Jewellers "When we talk about reconciliation, it is about inter- and multi-generational healing." By Jillian Morgan Date November 17, 2021 Facebook Twitter In the backyard of her childhood home, Shayla Stonechild’s grandfather, Ray Oulette, unearthed an arrowhead pendant. He would wear the treasure as a necklace for the remainder of his life, and when he passed earlier this year, the pendant was handed down to one of Stonechild’s brothers. In return, she promised her grandfather...

Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images The songwriter's genius is no longer up for debate. By Natalie Michie Date November 16, 2021 Facebook Twitter Taylor Swift dropped the long-awaited re-recorded version of her 2012 album Red earlier this week, with nine never-before-released songs “from the vault” and a one ten-minute long version of the breakup ballad “All Too Well.” This, of course, sent fans into a collective emotional tailspin, with many of us (myself included) spending our weekend crying in bed. But can you blame us? With many of its songs...

By Aleafia Health Date November 16, 2021 Facebook Twitter Tricia Symmes always knew she wanted to help people. Both her parents worked in the healthcare field and, naturally, that fuelled her own interest in medicine—specifically in patient health and wellness. This curiosity led her to pursue a bachelor of science in kinesiology followed by a master of business administration, and she found her way into the vast world of pharmaceuticals. “The pharmaceutical field really offered a great combination of research, science and business acumen,” says Symmes. “It made sense to...

Photography courtesy of Le Château Two short years after closing its doors, Le Château is making its return with a “Glamour Capsule.” By Annika Lautens Date November 15, 2021 Facebook Twitter On Tuesday, November 16, Le Château is re-entering the Canadian retail conversation with a casual collection of graphic tees and tracksuits. Just kidding. It’s a “Glamour Capsule” of decadent dresses and jumpsuits, with all the holiday flair you would expect from Canada’s go-to prom destination. The 50 look assortment, available on lechateau.com, takes the drama and glitz synonymous with...

Photography Courtesy of L’Oréal Paris The French actor fills us in on her Emily in Paris skincare routine. By Megan Kirkwood Date November 15, 2021 Facebook Twitter Camille Razat stars in the beyond fun and frothy escape that is Emily in Paris, which is returning just in time for the holiday season. Ahead of the season two premiere on December 22, we asked the new global ambassador for L’Oréal Paris — who plays the chic Parisian also named Camille (and one part of Emily’s newly formed love triangle) — about...

Welcome to Texture Talk, a column that celebrates and deep dives into the dynamic world of curly hair, from crowns of curls that are free flowing to strands that are tucked away in a protective style. By Kenisha Alexander Date November 11, 2021 Facebook Twitter Winter is coming, which means the season for protective hairstyles is also upon us. The best part? These styles are set-it-and-forget-it. However, while its relatively easy to maintain these looks, its important to stay on top of daily dirt and build up, especially as you...

Photography courtesy of Canada Goose Plus the Gucci x Xbox collab and Ownever’s 136-year handbag warranty. By Annika Lautens Date November 13, 2021 Facebook Twitter Canada Goose boots are here and they’re Romeo Beckham approved Photography courtesy of Canada Goose With the cooler season hot on our heels, Canada Goose boots (inspired by the arctic) have arrived just in time. The collection includes two styles in three hues available in men’s and women’s sizes. The “Journey Boot” is a versatile hiking style made from ethically sourced Heinen leather and designed...

Photography Courtesy of Tom Ford Beauty. Including Canadian-made candles you need for your holiday Netflix binge, chic new collagen supplements for your morning coffee and a hair gel you'll actually want to use. By Megan Kirkwood Date November 13, 2021 Facebook Twitter The newest Tom Ford fragrance is an ode to burning Palo Santo If you dabble in a little morning meditation or post-work incense burn to take the edge off, the latest Tom Ford fragrance might just be a love letter to your chakras. Part of his private blend...

Photography by MICHAEL TRAN/AFP via Getty Images “This is what I love, and I will fight to do it until the day I die.” By Natalie Michie Date November 12, 2021 Facebook Twitter When it comes to large-scale musical films, Vanessa Hudgens is a seasoned pro. Since she rose to mainstream fame in 2006 with her lead role as girl-next-door Gabriella Montez in High School Musical, her talent as a bona fide triple threat was made abundantly clear. Now, Hudgens is wowing audiences yet again in a new, already Oscar-worthy musical:...