Fashion design is brimming with new talent and on the cusp of an explosion of creativity, with the Suzanne Rogers Fashion Institute at the Creative School at Ryerson University being one of the driving forces. Continuing its hallmark program for students and alumni ready to take the initial steps forward in their fashion careers and …
’Tis the season to be merry, give back and relish the joy the holiday season has to offer. 1. THE GIFT OF WARMTH Join brand ambassador Giacomo Gianniotti of Canadian outerwear brand Nobis to take part in the #nocoldshoulder global initiative, which collects jackets for those in need. nobis.com 2. LIFE IS LIKE A BOX …
City Life’s new find is a Canadian-brand company, called DEUX Cosmetics. It is a handmade-cosmetic company located in Quebec that is pushing toward the movement of eco-friendly products by sourcing the most natural ingredients. Florence, founder and entrepreneur of DEUX Cosmetics, began her journey when making Christmas baskets in 2014. This eventually led to her …
For more than 30 years, Nadya Toto has been the creative force behind her fashion brand, Nadya Toto, which illustrates her inventive and flexible approach to knitwear through quintessential Italian style inspired by her grandmother. We spoke with the Canadian fashion designer from her atelier in Montreal, broaching topics such as how her Italian grandmother, …
Time to fall in love with this season’s picks — starting with exploring new art, designing your dream home, and getting behind your dream car. 1. SUITED FOR YOU Designed by Emmy-winning costume designer Janie Bryant, Inherent’s silhouette is completely custom and is sure to make a statement anywhere you go. thisisinherent.com 2. LIVE, WORK …
From a larger-than-life-sized chess piece to an octopus-shaped bottle holder, we’ve brought you unexpected items that will serve as perfect conversation pieces as we slowly shift into a post-pandemic world. CHECKMATE This larger-than-life-sized chess piece takes the art of chess to a whole new level. Hand-carved through the craft of woodturning, the rook carve-out masters …
From a coffee machine engineered in northeastern Italy to a reposado curated in Mexico to a Canadian-designed water dispenser — these picks are sourced just for you. 1. UP-AND-COMING DESIGNER Made sustainably in Toronto with locally sourced fabrics, designer Elisa Gentile brings us her new couture collection influenced by art compositions and light studies. www.elisagentile.com …
Spring reminds us how beautiful change can be in our lives, so why not explore new ways to add sparks of joy into your everyday life with these fun finds. 1. ROONEY COCOON CARDIGAN This soft and slouchy cardigan from Anthropologie is the ideal transition piece to brighten up your days going into spring. www.anthropologie.com …
This spring, it’s time to add some panache to your living space and make your home blossom. LUXURY LOUNGER Lay back with a glass of wine and relax on this chic and sultry lounger that creates a captivating space that’s both masculine and contemporary. www.kare-toronto.com FLOWER POWER Add this playful and curvilinear water lily chair …
There has been a new appreciation for design and creativity this year that stimulates the senses and enhances our surroundings. VISUALLY APPEALING - These striking black-and-white ink or charcoal prints by Dutch visual artist LouLou Avenue are guaranteed conversation starters. www.eltemkt.com RACK OF AGES - The Evans fir wood and metal wine cabinet with its …