FASHION Magazine

November 26, 2021 at 05:16PM Capes may be fashion’s most versatile garment. I mean, what other piece can simultaneously conjure images of a late 2000s Blair Waldorf, a “Sad Affleck” in superhero tights, and a rainy ride on a Log Flume? Enter Bettina Mueller Reichl, founder of Vancouver-based Cape de Coeur and avid cape enthusiast. Playing on the French adage coup de coeur (which roughly translates to “something you love”), the brand was born out of a need for stylish rainwear. “We call it a technical high fashion brand,” says Reichl. “The idea was to create a new category of outerwear because I truly believe that it should be practical as much as it should be beautiful.” Although the Austrian-born designer has over 25 years of experience in the fashion industry, she credits the weather in British Columbia as the initial source of inspiration…

November 26, 2021 at 04:41PM It’s next to impossible to flip through the pages of a lifestyle glossy or scroll on social media without being confronted by articles speculating about a celebrity’s baby bump or analyzing their “post-baby bikini body.” This fascination with famous uteri is an extension of the way we glorify reproduction in our culture at large, and frustratingly, the media’s celebrity pregnancy obsession is narrowing the scope of how pregnancy and fertility are discussed more broadly. This reproductive surveillance not only perpetuates a culture of obsession with childbearing bodies, it also sweeps much of the physical toll, financial cost and burden under the rug. The result? A huge portion of people trying to conceive are operating under unrealistic expectations, weighed down by guilt and shame, or left out of the conversation entirely. Dr. Lila Hakim, a psychologist and director at…

November 26, 2021 at 02:00PM Athleisure has been sneaking its way into all of our closets over the last decade, but as we slowly became creatures of comfort over the course of the pandemic, athleisure jumped straight into the spotlight. As we slowly re-enter society, it seems like even the fashion-forward are no longer willing to compromise on comfort, and it’s safe to say that athleisure is here to stay. And why not? It’s versatile enough to be dressed up or down for remote work, errands, hanging out with friends, and even the office if you have the right pieces. Blazers and biker shorts, sports bras and denim, and leggings with sneakers, all wrapped up in the classic 90s aesthetic is the name of the game this season. We can’t think of a better gift to give yourself or your loved ones for…

November 25, 2021 at 07:33PM Many of us are delighted to be able to return to salons and unload our tresses (and stresses) onto our stylist’s chair. When it comes to cutting curly hair, it’s a unique experience that should be handled with care. It’s also best to avoid a DIY cut, which can “lead to an uneven disaster,” says Shai Amiel (a.k.a. “the curl doctor”), who has worked with stars like Tamera Mowry and Kehlani. Haircuts are a service that needs to be delivered by a professional hairstylist, adds Vernon François, global consultant for Redken and global inclusivity and education adviser for Kérastase, whose client roster includes Serena Williams, Lupita Nyong’o and Willow Smith. Otherwise, “it could end up being costly if you have to restyle or if you accidentally create more split ends,” he says. Here, the two celebrity hairstylists break…

November 25, 2021 at 06:10PM If you’re like me, you love to spend the colder months cuddled up in an oversized sweater with a hot beverage next to a roaring fire (in my case it’s virtual, but cozy nonetheless!). And thanks to memorable pop culture moments like Chris Evans’ perfect cable knit sweater in Knives Out to Katie Holmes’ Khaite cashmere bra + cardigan combo that almost broke the internet, we can all agree that a good knitwear moment is crucial to getting us through the long winter ahead. And as if we needed more convincing, Adam Driver and Lady Gaga’s cozy snow bunny looks from the set of House of Gucci (you know what I’m talking about) is just another sign that you can never have too many sweaters. From oversized turtlenecks to artful knitted cardigans and cheeky graphic crewnecks, click through the…

November 25, 2021 at 06:00PM When I heard that HBO was doing a Sex and the City reboot, I, like many other fans who spent the late ’90s and early aughts clutching the show to their then much-younger bosoms (like so many oversized flower brooches), had one overriding emotion: despair. After two post-series movies — the first one OK and the second one a racist, boring disaster — I just wanted to be left in peace with my good memories of a franchise that, for all its faults, was groundbreaking in its time for its gritty depictions of sex, brunch and female friendships, its unapologetic love of fashion and its embrace of a character who was arguably TV’s first female anti-heroine. (Carrie was actually kind of a terrible, selfish hot mess, but, yes, I’m a Carrie.) But my gloom over any further sullying…

November 25, 2021 at 05:05PM Happy Sagittarius season! It’s time to embrace curious, kindred spirits and adventurous, adaptable energy. With natural tendencies of intensity, honesty, generosity and boundlessness, this fire sign emits a larger than-life-persona — they don’t want to know a world without abundance. And whether or not you have Sag placements in your astrological chart, you’ll definitely feel the pull of the effervescent archer during this time. So, let’s take a peek at what’s brewing under the sun à la Sagittarius, and zero in on which self-care practices you can add into your routine to align with the forecast. This is the final full zodiac season of the calendar year (not the last of the zodiac cycle, however), which means you’ve likely been experiencing a lot of introspective thoughts, and perhaps a slight urge to break free from the confines that…

November 24, 2021 at 03:59PM It’s that time of year again. Ahead of Black Friday (Nov. 26) and Cyber Monday (Nov. 29), FASHION has rounded up the best deals from Canadian brands. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or someone else, we’ve got you covered with finds across style, beauty and wellness. STYLE Ai Toronto Seoul You can never have too many handbags so luckily Ai Toronto Seoil is offering up to 30% off selected items site-wide from Mon. Nov. 8 to Mon. Nov. 29. If you needed another reason to shop, every purchase of $150 (before tax) will include a complimentary 4-piece Deluxe Kit from ai x Sulwhasoo. Aldo For a limited time only, almost everything will be on sale. With the Black Friday Sale starting at 6 p.m. on Nov. 24, running through to Nov. 30, you can expect up to 50%…

November 24, 2021 at 05:20PM If you don’t love lavish jewellery, don’t watch House of Gucci. In what is sure to be the most fashionable film of 2021, the highly anticipated release promises sparkles, fur, ’80s hairdos and statement sunglasses. And while we all love to see Adam Driver in a cable knit sweater, let’s be real: the reason we’re here is for the over-the-top opulence. And nothing screams “Italian glamour” more than diamond-encrusted gold jewellery. View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) For those who haven’t been stalking the Internet for details, House of Gucci chronicles the assassination of Maurizio Gucci (Driver) by his wife Patrizia Reggiani, aka Lady Gucci. Based on the best-selling book of the same name by Sara Gay Forden, expect to be fully immersed in the sickening luxury of Milan’s designer family…

November 24, 2021 at 05:04PM Lana Condor can’t stress enough the importance of a good shower. And when you’re as busy as she is, that small act of self-care is sometimes all you can manage. Since Condor was first introduced to the world as Lara Jean Covey, the quirky teen lead in Netflix’s To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before, the actor has been the unofficial on-screen best friend for fans of the film. Her charming, loveable character made us feel like we were growing and learning alongside her while she navigated the challenges of her first romantic relationships. But as the series came to a close at the start of 2021 with Lara Jean going off to college, Lana Condor, too, has moved into a new phase of life. “I’ve been kind of playing the same role for the past three years,…