Fashion & Style

Photography courtesy of U Beauty Plus, an update on the Canadian government's commitment to banning cosmetic testing on animals. By Lauren Knowles Date April 21, 2023 Facebook Twitter U-Beauty launches a game-changing body compound Photography courtesy of U Beauty If you’re already a fan of U Beauty’s facial Resurfacing Compound, you’ll be delighted to know that it served as inspiration for the brand’s latest product, The Resurfacing Body Compound. The product is the result of two years of formulation and a staggering ten years of development, during which the breakthrough...

Photography courtesy of Louis Vuitton Plus Reformation launches sustainable bags and the Bata Shoe Museum celebrates florals for spring. By Annika Lautens Date April 21, 2023 Facebook Twitter Zendaya enters her Louis Vuitton era Photography courtesy of Louis Vuitton We called it — Zendaya is the newest ambassador for Louis Vuitton. FASHION speculated back in March how the Euphoria star’s appearance at the brand’s Fall 2023 show signalled a potential collab, and this week Louis Vuitton unveiled her as the face of the iconic Capucines bag. What will this mean...

Boots courtesy of Jamie Okuma. Background via iStock From intricately beaded suits to wearable art with embroidered storytelling, here are seven artists redefining how we create — and consume — fashion. By Natalie Michie Date April 21, 2023 Facebook Twitter Should we stop celebrating Earth Day? It’s not an entirely unfair question. In theory, the annual event, held on April 22, is a time to raise environmental awareness and, where fashion is concerned, spark conversations around mindful consumption. In practice, however, it evokes greenwashing. Big-box brands launch campaigns with flashy...

Vintage Levi’s 501 jeans have a cult following in the world of second-hand shopping. Here’s how to spot the right pair for you, every time. By Levi Strauss & Co. Date April 20, 2023 Facebook Twitter Every thrift shopper knows the feeling of a good find. There’s an unparalleled triumph in uncovering the perfect pick after fishing inside bins, combing through racks or painstakingly perusing the aisles of a second-hand shop. And no vintage garment feels more like a prize than a pair of Levi’s 501 jeans. In the thrifting...

Photography courtesy of launchmetrics.com/spotlight Candy-hued polish? Floral designs? It officially feels like spring. By Lauren Knowles Date April 20, 2023 Facebook Twitter Along with blooming flowers, brighter days, and bluer skies, spring welcomes a high dose of candy-coloured inspiration by way of fresh fashion and beauty trends. Within the celebrity beauty circuit, spring-ready manicures are following suit. RELATED: Why Not Try Alien Nails? From Hailey Bieber‘s glow-in-the-dark green talons to Kourtney Kardashian’s cherry-speckled set, consider vibrant colour palettes and dainty floral nail designs your sign that spring has officially sprung....

Photography courtesy of Getty Images Hint: If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. By Natalie Michie Date April 19, 2023 Facebook Twitter Ah, the mystery of internet heartthrobs. What is the je ne sais quoi behind Keanu Reeves sadly eating a sandwich? Or the viral thirst over Pedro Pascal’s suspiciously posed selfies? These are questions for philosophers greater than myself. But when it comes to 2022’s Sexiest Man Alive, Chris Evans, the enduring dreamboat essence can be pinned down to his uniform. RELATED: In Praise of Jonah Hill’s Style This...

Photography courtesy of launchmetrics.com/spotlight From curling lashes upside-down to contouring with tinted sunscreen, these five beauty hacks are game-changers. By Lauren Knowles Date April 19, 2023 Facebook Twitter TikTok and Instagram are brimming with bright ideas and new product innovations made to simplify and elevate our beauty regimens. Who doesn’t love a DIY moment or a little multi-purpose product action? Recently, we’ve stumbled upon five game-changing beauty hacks that are worth giving a shot, from curling lashes upside down (er, sort of) to contouring with sunscreen. RELATED: The Products You...

Like whether getting a base tan really prevents burning. By Souzan Michael Galway Date April 18, 2023 Facebook Twitter This article was originally published in 2020 and has been updated. Canadian temperatures can be unpredictable and confusing at best (from beach weather to parka weather in a week is the norm, tbh), but we all know that whether we’re indoors or outdoors, it’s pouring rain or the sun is shining, SPF is a must, day in and day out. But the unfortunate truth is that most people are still not...

Photograph by David Russell/HBO Grief looks different for everyone. But for the Roys, it's a chance for corporate advancement. By Natalie Michie Date April 18, 2023 Facebook Twitter Warning: Spoilers ahead for season 4 episode 4 of Succession. The traditional funeral dress code is soberingly straightforward: black; muted; conservative. But for a mourning event that doubles as a life-changing career opportunity? Well, that makes things a little more complicated. After patriarch Logan Roy’s death, the succession in Succession has finally begun. It’s the greatest power struggle to take place yet...

Photography via Getty. Design by Kayleen Dicuangco The first Monday in May is right around the corner. By Sarah Mariotti Date April 17, 2023 Facebook Twitter This article was originally published in May 2020 and has been updated.  Mention the first Monday in May to any fashion lover and they’ll immediately know what you’re talking about. Each year, the star-studded Met Gala takes place on this date, in partnership with The Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and brings with it some of the most incredible fashion looks...

LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 26: Ariana Grande attends the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center on January 26, 2020 in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by David Crotty/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images) Grande recently shared a three-minute video addressing "concerns" about her appearance on TikTok. By Meaghan Wray Date April 12, 2023 Facebook Twitter I rolled my eyes. While scrolling past Ariana Grande’s recent TikTok about body image, beauty and health, I rolled my eyes so far into the back of my skull I saw stars. If I have...

Because the best way to tackle misconceptions is by getting informed. By FASHION for Essencelle.ca Date April 13, 2023 Facebook Twitter Birth control shouldn’t be taboo. And yet, there’s still a hush-hush mentality when it comes to talking about safe sex, reproductive health, and contraception. Enter: Essencelle, with the goal of raising awareness about these very topics. “Birth control is probably the number one empowerment tool for women,” says Rupinder Toor, a family doctor and founder of a women’s clinic in Calgary. Dr. Toor weighs in on some of the most common...

And why microtrends are "leaving a graveyard of garments behind in the dust." By Natalie Michie Date April 14, 2023 Facebook Twitter This article was originally published in April 2022 and has been updated.  Don’t get me wrong, there’s plenty to love about Coachella fashion. I mean, where else would you see Harry Styles and Shania Twain perform in matching sequin ensembles? Over-the-top outfits have come to define the event, but that’s starting to change. RELATED: The Ultimate Guide to Canada’s Best Vintage Stores As fashionable festival-goers dress to impress...

Photography Courtesy of Dior Plus, a new summer-in-a-bottle body oil. By Lauren Knowles Date April 14, 2023 Facebook Twitter Dior Beauty celebrates the launch of a new Gris Dior campaign Photography Courtesy of Dior This month, Dior Beauty unveiled a new star-studded campaign for its leading La Collection Privée Christian Dior fragrance, Gris Dior, titled “Dare in Gris Dior.” The brand tapped a talented group of stars from around the globe — Jenna Ortega, Joseph Quinn, Maya Hawke, Fai Khadra, Thuso Mbedu, Orelsan and Liu Yuxin — to front the campaign...