TORONTO EVENTS

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Kate Murphy

TORONTO EVENTS

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Pink Tartan S/S 2010

Kimberley Newport-Mimran debuted her Pink Tartan Spring/Summer 2010 collection in front of a crowd that featured Ben Mulroney, Degrassi stars Lauren Collins and Adamo Ruggiero, former Maple Leaf Tie Domi with his Nip/Tuck girlfriend Kelly Carlson, the Beckerman sisters, Seamus O'Regan, and most notably her husband Joe Mimran.

The show was so popular that the public were squashed into the bleachers like sardines, even forcing people to sit on the stairs (can you say fire hazaard!). The show was fun and exciting. In classic Pink Tartan fashion the clothes were edgy yet sophisticated, strong yet very feminine.

Sequins became a major focal of the collection, but it was handled in a way where it wasn't over the top. It was balanced with simple boyfriend blazers.

Another trend that doesn't seem to be losing any steam are the strong shoulders, which were seen on dresses and shirts, not just blazers. Belts were also used on a number of the looks. They were used to sinch the waste and then tied in a way so the strap would hang down. The theme for the dresses was "the shorter the better". One of the major standouts of the show was the caramel coloured brown leather jacket/skirt combo. It was quite a departure from the rest of the collection, but it didn't feel out of place.

The collection is definitely wearable, but didn't feature anything that was necessarily transcendent or groundbreaking.

Photos provided by Sun Edmonton.

Writer: Kate Murphy

Beckerman Sample Sale

Fashion Cures

Portobello East Fashion & Art Market

Portobello East fashion and art market is the new hot spot to find original clothing, accessories, jewellery and art from local designers and artists. This high fashion market boasts stylish items for everybody; bold graphic street wear by Judy Black (judyblack.myshopify.com) to the more refined, design by Sui Generis (www.suigenerisclothing.net/). Clothing isn’t the only thing available at Portobello East; attendees can indulge their love for jewellery, art and other handcrafted items too.

Portobello East Fashion & Art Market
Last Sunday of every month (March to November & a 2-day holiday market in mid-December)
12pm to 6pm
Fermenting Cellar at the Distillery District (55 Mill Street)
$5 admission for the public (children 12 and under get in free) http://www.portobelloeast.com/

Toronto Sample Sale

Beckerman Spring/Summer '09 Collection! Lots of dresses and tshirts, perfect for summer! Credits cards and cash accepted! We are also selling our vintage collection! Come early! See you in the Backyard!

Saturday June, 27, 2009 11am-6pm
82 Magpie Crescent, Toronto, Ontario (Leslie and Yorkmills)
647-293-8719

Posted by Kate Murphy

Toronto Store Opening

(Toronto, Ontario – May 13th, 2009) – eleven boutique will open its doors on May 16th at 116 Cumberland St in the heart of Toronto’s prestigious Yorkville neighbourhood.

eleven is the latest landmark in the new renaissance that Yorkville is enjoying and is sure to establish itself as a must stop shopping destination not only for Toronto’s savvy stylistas but international fashion mavens as well. The store promises to provide access to both Canadian and global fashion lines, and to create a venue that becomes synonymous with high quality service, and unparalleled selection.

Boasting a design aesthetic created exclusively by II BY IV Design Associates, eleven creates a shopping experience that fuses fashion with art and architecture - reflecting the sophistication and quality of the brands housed within. The once Victorian row house has now been transformed into an open and modern space featuring dramatic views through a large shop window. Inside the over-sized ebony stained oak door you will find an elegant and sleek, glowing white interior utilizing a high contrast palette of black and off-white lacquer and transparent glass walls to showcase the fashion perfectly. Details such as textural wall coverings, ebonized oak wood floors, and a hand carved wool carpet add greater design depth. A sculptural series of acrylic and chrome vertical elements commissioned by a local artist complete the stylish ambience. With over 150 awards to their credit, II BY IV has created a truly exceptional retail experience.

eleven believes in showcasing great Canadian fashion lines alongside international collections. Minimalistic and modern dresses and separates by Joeffer Caoc, theatrical and magical exclusive Thien Le gowns, and elegant and effortless Lundström featuring the coveted ‘Tuck n’ Tie” dress will all be on proud display in the store; carefully selected for their innovative design and superior quality.

Jewellery shines in eleven, with a diverse assortment, including Hollywood favourites Ted Rossi’s and Claudia Loboa’s Californian cool designs, worn by tinsel town trendsetters Eva Longoria Parker, Miley Cyrus and Nelly Furtado. Kendra Scott creations radiate a ladylike and sophisticated appeal that flawlessly compliments the legendary Gerard Yosca collection, high fashion hand-crafted to perfection pieces that have been a favourite pick for the pages of VOGUE and ELLE.

eleven plans to provide the sophisticated shopper with a bevy of fashion accessories, to make any outfit stand out from the crowd. Love Quotes’ luxurious and opulent scarves, a favourite of Hollywood-ite Jessica Alba, add a refined touch to any ensemble with a love message to literally wear on your sleeve. Hats are supplied from Flora Bella, wide brimmed and whimsical, a perfect fit for a tropical vacation or the city’s hottest patio.

No shortage of bags will adorn eleven’s shelves. International finds such as Israeli luxury brands Riva and Kisim – Kisim’s cube bag was featured on Carrie Bradshaw in the Sex and the City movie. eleven will also feature Parisian Designer Jean-Pierre Klifa’s passion project JPK Paris 75 that crafts handbags from rare and magnificent materials.

eleven is dedicated to identifying itself not only as a venue for a high quality shopping experience, but also to provide its customers with access to lines that, until now, have not been available in Toronto. New York’s Bodhi bags with their signature “safety pin clutch” made famous on Gossip Girl, hand–made clutches from Brazilian designer Diego Rocha, and Fortune Cookie Wristlet by Angela Culver will premier in Toronto within eleven four walls. Jewellery lines; Valerie Downs, a collection of statement pieces using semi precious stones and silver wire that have starlets like Shannon Elizabeth singing its praises, and Hamilton Crawford, a selection of bold, graphic pieces that combine precious metals with resin, complete a fashion selection that will satisfy the upscale shopper’s appetite.

eleven will open Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and Saturday from 10AM to 6PM; Thursday and Friday 10AM to 8PM; and Sunday from Noon to 5PM.

Writer: eleven Press Release

Toronto Clothing Show

Writer: Kate Murphy

Fashion Takes Action

FAT Toronto Alternative Arts & Fashion Week is a multi-arts festival with a mandate of showcasing artistic disciplines rooted in fashion and their exploration of clothing and the body in today's time. The festival emphasizes this mandate through the showcase of fashion design, photography, installation, video, performance, music and dance, in an effort to push forward and redefine our perception of the fashion phenomenon.

FAT is Toronto’s first-ever arts & fashion event which defines our style consciousness, bringing the public and the industry the mutually exclusive possibilities of fashion-forwards fused with music and art. This multifaceted annual event showcases 200 of the most innovative fashion designers, visual artists, musicians, performers and dancers across the country and abroad. The Distillery District hosts various FAT runway shows, live performances and installations featuring talented upstarts and established artists redefining style and influence. It runs from April 21-24.

Writer: http://www.alternativefashionweek.com/

Fashion in Wonderland

On Thursday, the Humber Fashion Arts Class of 2009 hosted a fashion show themed, “Lost in Wonderland”, at Phoenix nightclub. The class of 16 girls received donated fashions from a mix of clothing stores including H&M, Ya Ya & Co. and SODAliscious as well as unique designs by Jen Sadzak.

The men’s fashion was casual everyday wear that showed trends for the spring season including jeans, button-ups, and a colourful red ensemble from head-to-toe with a white shirt to break it up. One the other end of the spectrum, the ladies’ fashion was much more risqué and far from everyday wear. The wardrobe team displayed their take on Wonderland with dresses that stood out as one of a kind pieces. The fabrics used included mesh, cotton, silk and lace along with some jeweled embroidery. The collections were eclectic, showing metallic ensembles to a feathered blue dress. They also showed trends for the spring that consisted of pairing a floral print top with striped capri pants.

The show was indeed a success and it looks as though there is some fierce fashion talent coming out of Humber College and into the business world of fashion.


Writer: Talia Freilich

Welcome to Wonderland...

Fashion Events...

Studio Gallery presents the Winter 2009 edition of the Toronto Vintage Fashion Bazaar on Sunday, February 22nd from 1pm-6pm.

Every season, Studio Gallery selects 20 of their favourite vintage stylists as vendors. These fashionista's empty their closets and sell their prized possessions. Men's and women's clothing, shoes, and accessories will be on sale.

If you are interested in participating at the Spring 2009 Edition of the Toronto Vintage Fashion Bazaar, please contact Vanessa at vanessa@studio.to.

Entry to the gallery is $5 and shoppers are encouraged to bring their own shopping bags (environment first!).

http://www.studio.to/

Writer: Kate Murphy