OK, ladies, now let’s get in formation because Beyonce’s “Renaissance Flagship” has arrived at Holt Renfrew’s Bloor Street location in Toronto. In celebration of Queen Bey’s Renaissance World Tour coming to the Rogers Centre, the Canadian luxury department store has transformed its third floor into a full-on BeyHive experience. Not only can you buy concert merch (ranging from $25 to $325), there’s an entire room dedicated to Beyonce’s couture collaboration with Balmain. With everything sure to be a sellout, we suggest you run, don’t walk, to the Beyoncé Renaissance Toronto experience between July 5 and 11.

RELATED: All of Beyoncé’s Renaissance Tour Looks

Go on a world tour with Van Cleef & Arpels’ high jewellery collection

Can’t make it to Europe this summer? No problem, thanks to Van Cleef & Arpels’ travel-inspired high jewellery collection. The 70 pieces reimagine French writer and poet André Suarès’s journey over a century ago. Titled “Le Grand Tour,” expect nods to London, England, Paris, France, Baden-Baden, Germany and many more.

Myles Sexton wants to talk about your private bits

 

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Besides being fabulous, Myles Sexton is known for their activism. Now, they finally have a platform to share their positive message with the world with their new podcast, Our Private Bits. Together with their fiancé Tyler Austin, Sexton’s project promises to touch on gender identity, sexuality, mental health, sexual health, and harm reduction as they strive to spark new conversations and foster collective growth. The first episode’s out now, so don’t blame us if you become obsessed.

Steff Eleoff gets personal with her new jewellery collection

“Say My Name” isn’t just a Destiny’s Child hit anymore. Canadian jewellery designer Steff Eleoff has released a series of letter pendants for her latest collection. Featuring her signature psychedelic shape, the necklaces can be worn separately or together and are a fun way to say your name, say your name… you get the idea.

John Elliott’s first international flagship comes to Canada

LA-based designer John Elliott has chosen Toronto as the city for its first flagship location outside of the United States. Spanning 2,407 square feet, the space is as serene as they come: bamboo plants, natural stones, and a white and grey palette. And when you’re there, be sure to check out the brand’s new Himalayas-inspired drop.

House of Gallagher season 2 is a quiet luxury dream

It’s hard to describe House of Gallagher’s latest collection without using buzzwords like quiet luxury, stealth wealth and Sofia Richie Grainge style. For “Season 2: The Classics,” the Canadian brand — helmed by Matthew Gallagher — pays homage to its first offering with bows, neutral colours and vintage-esque styling. Where it differs is its use of Y2K silhouettes and materials (hello, feathers!). And with a Jenner sisters’ style rebrand upon us, we wouldn’t be surprised to see one of these pieces make an appearance in their closet sometime soon.

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RELATED: What Do We Get Wrong About Gender-Fluid Fashion?

My story goes like this: I fell in love with a woman after years of happily dating men. This year, my partner and I are celebrating a decade of love, and I am so grateful we are together. I couldn’t picture my life without her.

“You have been gay this whole time!” is the face I was often met with when I revealed my own sexuality to people for the first time. You see, for me, it’s not that I was gay my entire life and then finally came out. When I fell in love with my partner of 10 years, it all happened right under my nose. She likes to joke that we had been dating for months, but I was unaware of it. I don’t think she’s wrong.

When it finally hit me that I was in love, it was important for me to tell my close friends and parents immediately. There’s a cultural history of coming out being this grand moment — it’s become somewhat of a queer narrative device. For me, it was straightforward. I am dating this new person, and she’s a woman. Basta.

When I told my mum that I was dating a woman, she looked at me with a smile and said, “And now you won’t have to take heck from any man again.” I love her for that moment. In 2018, my mum made it a point to attend the Pride parade with me and my partner to show her support. Video footage of us in the crowd at the parade ended up as part of CP24’s Pride segment, and it played on repeat all day that Sunday. What you have to understand is that my mom is a school teacher with the York Catholic District School Board — the board that recently voted against flying the Pride flag at all schools this Pride month. The next day, when my mom returned to school, two young teachers approached her and said, “We saw you on TV!” and gave her a huge hug. Thinking about that moment still makes me tear up. She continues to fight for queer rights inside her school board, and I am so proud of her.

 

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While sharing my new relationship was quite painless with my friends and family, I felt uncomfortable revealing my queer identity to my fashion industry peers and colleagues, and the feeling was confusing.

In my experience, the fashion industry has been a genuinely welcoming and liberating space where people are encouraged to be their true selves. But as I began embracing the complexities of my identity as a queer woman, I encountered a predominantly heteronormative landscape where the visibility of queer women was limited (read: basically non-existent).

It can be isolating when you feel like you’re the only one in the room. The absence of representation meant navigating spaces where my experiences were often overlooked or misunderstood. I remember continuously being asked in professional situations if I had a boyfriend, and having to explain.

That’s why when people like Cara Delevingne and Jenna Lyons started sharing their stories, it was a significant win for queer female representation in fashion. Jenna Lyons, for example, has a similar story to me. She came out later in life after falling in love with a woman. Unfortunately for her, she was outed by the New York Post before she could tell her family and friends on her own terms.

The feelings of joy I experience every time I learn about a new queer woman in the fashion industry has also made me realize that I, too, have the responsibility to tell my story.

I founded Matte PR, a PR agency representing some of Canada’s top fashion brands and organizations, like Ahiri, Hania Kuzbari Jewelry, INLAND and Toronto Fashion Incubator, in 2016. In the early days of the agency, I was having to come out to colleagues, clients, and collaborators on a weekly basis. It was tiring.

 

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Over time, I made a conscious effort to be more “out” in the workplace — even making it a point to note that Matte PR was queer-owned directly in our company bio. It was liberating not to have to come out to people all the time. Everyone deserves equality, whether they are gay, straight, bi, trans or many of those things at different times. It doesn’t matter if they figured it out years ago, months ago, or while reading this.

Sexuality is a complex spectrum that isn’t easily classified, and it is a fluid and evolving thing for many people. The cultural notion that “I couldn’t change this if I wanted to” is missing a lot of nuance, and it excludes those of us who don’t completely relate. It panders to the idea that being gay is wrong, but because it can’t be helped, must be accepted.

I’m grateful that my experience so far has been mostly positive. The people who have been a part of my story have embraced my identity, but I hope it’s not because they assume I was “born this way.”

Photography by @maytruong_photography and @d.gdoyo. Creative direction and production by @feelngoodstudio. Hair and makeup by @hairbykristjan. Haircut by @triciamcq for @sassoontoronto. Shot on location at @victorysocialclub.

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“I realized quite early on that optimism is a choice,” reflects founder Maria Karimi. “When things get hard, I think to myself ‘I’ve been through worse; I can tackle anything.’” And, indeed, she has, and she can.

RELATED: 4Kinship’s Amy Denet Deal On How Her Diné Tribe Influences Her Designs

Karimi was born in Afghanistan but spent her early years in India after war broke out in her native country. “As a child, I regularly saw soldiers, rockets and bombs,” she shares. “When you leave an environment like that, you have to count your blessings.”

The designer admits that she never had much interest in the arts when she was younger because it felt too impractical. However, after her family moved to Canada and she discovered fashion, everything changed. “I was always in my head, so fashion gave me the freedom to feel,” she says. Cut to 2017 and Karimi launched MAR, a ready-to-wear brand that specializes in modern classics, followed in 2022 by the cruelty-free, sustainable and genderless Mindful Pigs.

“My goal is to simply inspire other souls to practise a kinder way of consuming and have some extra love and empathy for the planet as a whole,” shares Karimi, who describes herself as a “soft activist.” “Anyone, no matter their age or gender, can use fashion as a way to speak without words. Clothing should allow you to be whomever you want.”

Here, the designer shares the influences that inspire her work, including her blended background, need to travel and zest for life.

Love

“Everything I do comes from a place of love, and I always hope that my work inspires that feeling in someone else. When you do everything with sincerity and purpose, it simplifies life.”

Veganism

“I’ve been vegan for about six years, and it’s the best decision I ever made. Mindful Pigs aims to make cruelty-free clothes more fashion-forward.”

Travel

“I have to go somewhere at least once a year; otherwise, I get this itch under my skin. I need to breathe new air. I love discovering new people, food and art. It fulfills my curiosity and hunger to learn, observe and be inspired.”

South Asia

“Having grown up and been around so many different cultures, I find it all becomes a blur — but also an inspiration. The mix of texture, colours and embroidery in my work is heavily influenced by my Afghan and Indian background.”

Western Culture

“Whenever I’m making a structured piece, it’s inspired by Western culture. In North America, people need to be dressed a certain way to exude power, and many of my clients have a business background, so a blend of emotions and psychology is always at play.”

Gender Fluidity

“I don’t think I can ever make clothes for just one gender. At age two, I decided I was a boy. I gave myself a boy’s name and only wore boys clothing until my early teens. I have since made peace with my gender as a woman, but my early gender fluidity translated into my work.”

This article first appeared in FASHION’s Summer 2023 issue. Find out more here.

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The bad news? Rihanna is stepping down as CEO of her lingerie line Savage X Fenty. The good news? She’ll still be in a leadership role as executive chair. Replacing the fashion icon is Hilary Super, the former CEO of Anthropologie Group. “It’s been beautiful to see our vision for Savage X Fenty impact the industry at such an incredible magnitude over the last five years,” RiRi told Vogue Business. “This is just the beginning for us, and we’re going to continue to expand in ways that always connect with the consumer.” On the bright side, does this mean we’ll get new music soon? Only time will tell but, we’ll be here crossing our fingers.

Maguire flirts with florals

Maguire has never been one to shy away from whimsy, and the same can be said of its latest floral capsule collection. Strappy sandals in sorbet colours are adorned with mini daisy motifs. Graphic wedges bring some glamour to the garden. And the Montreal-based shoe brand has even launched rosette clips à la Carrie Bradshaw. Everything’s coming up, roses, indeed.

Louis Vuitton high jewellery dives deep into geology

@fashionmagazine We don’t know what’s more beautiful — the views of Greece or the jaw-dropping jewellery 🇬🇷💎💫 #louisvuitton #lvhighjewelry #greece #athens #lvdeeptime #deeptime ♬ Chiquitita sped up – SpedUpSongs&lt/3

Geology may not have been your favourite subject at school, but the new Louis Vuitton high jewellery collection might have you rethinking your old timetable. Described by the luxury brand as “an epic journey through the eons… spanning the birth of the planet to the creation of life,” Deep Time is Louis Vuitton’s largest high jewelry collection to date, featuring over 170 pieces and a record number of precious stones. Think diamonds, emeralds, sapphires and many other gemstones that sparkle.

Melissa x Marc Jacobs collaborate on platforms, clogs and slides

Let us introduce you to Melissa Shoes, a Brazilian footwear brand specializing in brightly coloured styles made from cruelty-free and recyclable PVC. This week the brand teamed up with Marc Jacobs to create edgy pairs of platforms, clogs and slides that look good and do good for the environment. If you’re looking to add some Y2K nostalgia to your ‘fit, look no further.

Messika adds links to its lineup

Link jewellery has been having a moment, and adding to the mix is Messika. Its new unisex collection, Move Link, explores “form, scale, and motifs that captivate and command attention.” This translates into gold earrings, silver rings and multi-dimensional chokers that can easily be dressed up or down.

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Related: Pharrell Williams Is Louis Vuitton’s New Men’s Creative Director

No one could accuse Williams of not living his life to the fullest. Already a celebrated music producer, rapper and singer (hello, 13 Grammys!), the 50-year-old multi-hyphenate has steadily been transitioning into a fashion mainstay since the early 2000s. He collaborated with Adidas, Chanel and Tiffany & Co. He wore a hat in 2014 that launched a thousand memes. And on June 20, 2023, the Pharrell Williams vision for Louis Vuitton Menswear Spring 2024 was unveiled on the Pont Neuf in Paris.

 

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So what does the heritage brand, formerly helmed by the late, great Virgil Abloh, look like under the tutelage of the “Happy” singer? Basically, the most stylish high school student you’ve ever seen in a uniform crafted from the iconic LV Damier checkerboard pattern. Yellow checks, brown checks, green checks, denim checks, checks that look like pixelated camo (now coined “Damoflage”), checks as far as the eye could see!

The collection featured an assortment of school stereotypes: there were preppy academics, dressed for success in suits and ties. We saw jocks in varsity jackets and slinky tracksuits with pearl piping down the seams, and band leaders in cropped maroon coats with matching berets. And who could ignore the “I woke up like this” slackers who stumbled out of bed in oversized Louis Vuitton animal slippers?

Sure, the collection was a bit of a collage of this and that, but the overwhelming theme, true to Williams’s words, was love and joy. The phrase“LV is for Lovers”made its way onto various bags and jackets, and a passionate gospel choir sang a William’s original about the power of joy. And you could feel the love from the audience. Williams showed off his star status with a guest list that would rival the Met Gala. Beyoncé took a break from her Renaissance tour and stunned in a custom yellow ensemble. Rihanna proudly flaunted her pregnant belly in denim Damoflage. Zendaya sparkled in a sequined two-piece. Kim Kardashian looked ready for the gym in Louis Vuitton athleisure. And the VIP attendees just kept coming: Jay-Z, A$AP Rocky, LeBron James, Tyler The Creator, Megan Thee Stallion, Jared Leto, Naomi Campbell and Lenny Kravitz all showed up to support Pharrell.

In case you missed it,  we’ve rounded up a few of our favourite looks from the debut of Pharrell Williams at Louis Vuitton, both on and off the runway.

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To simply call Violet Chachki the winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race season seven is a severe understatement. Yes, it may be where she got her start back in 2015, but since then, she has outgrown the franchise (sorry, Ru!) and found fame on a global scale. The glamazon is part model, part performer, part artist, part muse and 100 per cent herself at all times, as I discovered when we chatted on the phone. She is not afraid to call it as she sees it, hence her Queen B reputation. But in our conversation, I see the true Violet doesn’t take herself too seriously.

Because of her busy schedule, we weren’t able to Zoom, but if we had, I imagine I would’ve been treated to an outfit of epic proportions. Her combination of old Hollywood glamour and femme fatal fetishism has earned her a spot amongst the fashion glitterati. Besides being a front-row fixture at fashion week, Chachki was the first ever drag queen to front a lingerie campaign in 2017. She gave Marilyn Monroe a run for her money in Prada’s Fall 2018 film. She’s walked countless runways, including Moschino’s and Richard Quinn’s. And she’s one of the select few who have descended the Met Gala steps in full drag. Not only that but she’s also dipped her toe into the beauty, fragrance and music worlds and recently collaborated with Canada’s own Allie-X on a single.

In honour of her “A Lot More Me” tour coming to Canada (tickets for which are now on sale), starting in Montreal on July 22, FASHION chatted with Violet Chachki about her upcoming performances, the newest season of Drag Race, and owning who she really is.

I would be remiss if I first didn’t ask you about RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 7, the franchise’s latest season where previous show winners come back to compete for the ultimate crown. As the winner of season seven, did you ever get the call, and did you want to get the call?

For a minute, I wanted to get the call, but my opinion on whether I would actually go back on the show changes weekly. Sometimes I think, “Oh, it’d be so fun,” and other times I’m like, “That gives me so much anxiety and absolutely not” [laughs]. So my thoughts on being in an all-winners season constantly change.

In the online series Fashion Photo RuView, you and Gottmik critique the runway looks from the latest season of Drag Race. Recently, Raja’s (the season three winner and renowned “fashion queen”) fans have come after you for your negative reviews of some of her outfits. What is your take on the situation?

 

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I love Raja! She’s definitely an icon but [this whole situation] is just so funny. I think fans singled her out because she was the one that started the show Fashion Photo RuView in 2014, and then [I came on] critiquing her, but that’s the whole point of the series! Many fans are pretty young and just really attached to these queens. So when someone comes in and critiques them, even if it is their job, people can get upset about it. I mean, I tried to be fair with all of my criticism, and it’d be boring [if I said] everyone was great or bad the whole time. All the queens have their moments, and at the end of the day, it’s just one opinion, and it’s just clothes. Don’t get me wrong, I love fashion and drag, but let’s be real here: we’re just playing dress-up. There are so many more important things going on right now.

So what are you looking for when you toot or boot an outfit?

There’s just so much drag now that it’s become saturated, so it’s getting harder and harder every year [to stand out]. There’s a lot of mediocre and copycat drag out there. So for me, I’m looking for something I haven’t seen before. I want to see who pushes the art form in a new direction.

You had such an impact on the fashion in Drag Race. How do you think drag fashion has changed over the years?

I think many different people have helped shift what drag fashion is and what it could be. Sharon Needles [the winner of season four] really shook up what it could be. And then Raja took the show in a fashion direction, and yeah, I think I helped shift it as well. In those early seasons, everyone was so different, unique and specific to where they came from in the country. But now it feels like all the queens [on the newer seasons] are blending into one another. Everything is so self-referential and has become almost like a parody of itself.

Drag queens have been taking the fashion industry by storm. What do you think has spurred this takeover? Because it feels like they have become fashion’s new muses.

I think drag and fashion have always influenced each other. Fashion is about confidence and creation, and that’s what drag is about too. But I don’t know if I’d call it a takeover. There are designers like Richard Quinn and Jean-Paul Gaultier who have always represented the community, and there are others who never have and never will.

You once told Vogue that you’ve always thought of fashion as a language. Can you expand on that and how it applies to your style?

I think of fashion like armour. I love using clothes to say something without speaking, and I think it’s true that a picture is worth a thousand words. You can use clothing to take up space, get attention and even hide. A good example is after I won Drag Race, I was getting so much criticism for things that I’m not: “she’s not an actor,” “she’s not a comedian,” “she’s not as talented as so-and-so.” So when I came back [for the season eight finale] to pass the crown down, I wanted to make a statement saying a big f*ck you to everybody who was so critical of me. I wanted it to be almost scary how regal and royal I looked. I had a prosthetic crown growing out of my head, and I think it worked really well. It was just such a powerful message without saying anything.

You’re pretty famous for your corsets, and now the rest of the world has caught up. What do you think is the eternal appeal of the corset, and what’s the craziest one you’ve ever worn?

Some people think corsets are just about being skinny, but that’s not what draws me to them. I love the extreme silhouette they create, the artistry of how they’re made and all the time that goes into making one. The smallest corset I’ve ever worn was probably the 18- or 19-inch corset I wore on the show. It was for the “Death Becomes Her” runway challenge, so I was really going for it. We had to walk the runway twice, so I went around once and then I had to take a break because it was honestly a health concern.

And on Instagram, you’ve teased a lot of costumes with corsets for your “Violet Chachki Presents A Lot More Me” tour. What can fans expect from the show?

Well, the show quite literally means me taking control over my career. I’ve wanted to do a show like this for so long, and I named it “A Lot More Me” because, after years of being wrapped up in Drag Race and touring with other people, I finally get to do my solo show and do something that is totally me, my vision and my style of drag. And I think people can expect truly the most produced solo touring drag show that’s ever happened. I mean, so much production goes into this show, from the costumes to the music to visuals to the aerial performances. It’s a drag, vaudeville, circus and fashion show all in one. It’s a complete labour of love, and it’s just about me coming into my own, owning my star power and showcasing the kind of drag I love.

 

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To celebrate the start of Toronto Pride and the Summer 2023 issue starring Pom Klementieff, FASHION hosted its second-ever Cake Mix party on June 7 at Messy House. The event brought together 400 of the city’s most stylish, the LGBTQIA2S+ community and ’90s enthusiasts for an evening that was part concert, drag show, cocktail lounge — and equal parts fabulous.

For those who wanted to live their best Malibu Barbie life, the Don Julio 1942 Tequila lounge served cocktails in a sultry pink style. Across the way, bevies flowed at a World Class Canada bar and Perrier station, with childhood treats like corn dogs, tacos, Fruit Loops and Dunkaroos keeping guests’ energy going into the late hours. Partygoers were then encouraged to check out the MINI photo booth and Love is Love car, BOSS x Keith Haring installation and RIMOWA gallery wall for some nostalgia-infused photo ops.

But keeping the party entirely in the present was pop group BoiBnd and season one winner of Canada’s Drag Race, Priyanka. The foursome gave the Backstreet Boys a run for their money with coordinated choreography in white heels. Then Priyanka served club kid realness with a bedazzled, colour-blocked bodysuit and matching jacket.

Was she the only one who took the dress code seriously? As if! Many guests followed Priyanka’s lead with fluorescent ’fits. Others opted for Calvin Klein minimalism. And, of course, cargo pants, tube tops, platforms, denim and other ’90s trends also made an appearance. However, the best-dressed of the night goes to CAFA award winner Viktor Peters who served young Linda Evangelista vibes in a revealing black leotard, chain belt, and pearl accessories.

See the full look in the gallery below where we’ve rounded up all the most memorable looks from FASHION Cake Mix 2023.

Special thanks to the following:

Priyanka, BoiBnd, Sweaty Clown, Persona, Don Julio Tequila, RIMOWA, BOSS, MINI, World Class Canada, Perrier, Messy House, The 519.

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RELATED: Sofia Richie’s Manicurist Detailed Exactly How She Created Her Wedding Nails

It’s been roughly a month since the 24-year-old’s fabulous South of France nuptials and the Internet still hasn’t recovered. Part tenniscore, old money, clean girl and Europecore, Sofia Richie Grainge’s style has captured Gen Z’s attention for her young approach to classic elegance. Think chic Chanel co-ords, modest necklines, floor-length dresses and A LOT of black and white, which might explain why this spring/summer season is off to a monotone start. Also, to blame? The Met Gala, Meredith Blake from The Parent Trap and Sharpay Evans from High School Musical 2.

 

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Think about it: we started the month with a colourless Met Gala red carpet. To honour Karl Lagerfeld’s legacy, celebs clothed themselves in different variations of white, black and tweed. Fitting for the theme? Definitely. Surprising for the season? Absolutely.

We’re also in the second year of the redemption of Meredith Blake, the villainous yet fabulous girlfriend in 1998’s The Parent Trap, played by Elaine Hendrix. Last year, the character went viral when fans flocked to social media to defend the 20-something for wanting to marry a rich, handsome man. And during this public defence, Meredith’s fashion became her closing argument, with many praising the character for her ’90s sunglasses, boat neck day dresses and athletic monochromatic ensembles.

@sophie_vigue I can’t be the only one… #theparenttrap #theparenttrapmovie #lindseylohan #meredithblake #meredithblakevibes #meredithblakeaesthetic #26 #20something #disney #disneymovies #disneyclassics #disneytiktok #disneytok #disneyadult ♬ This Will Be (An Everlasting Love) – Natalie Cole

And because High School Musical references will never die (nor should they!), Ashley Tisdale’s Sharpay Evans became involved in the conversation for this iconic look she wore for only a matter of minutes in the franchise’s second instalment.

@campbellstudi0 Recreating Sharpays version of a revenge dress, what do you think? (Video on YT) #iconicfashionmoment #revengedress #sharpayevans #highschoolmusical2 #highschoolmusical ♬ original sound – Campbell Studio

So are you team dopamine dressing or black and white whimsy? Why not be both? Alternating between happy hues and graphic ensembles can add some extra flavour to your summer wardrobe. Plus, you can easily wear it to the office, or, say, a wedding, depending on the dress code. After all, it’s Sofia Richie Grainge-approved.

Below, take a look at our top black and white picks to keep you cool all summer.

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Reformation

Nelle Knit Dress

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Sloane Heel

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Supernova Bodysuit

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Raffia Effect Shopping Bag

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Mejuri

Bold Pearl Earrings

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Lola

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Straw Effect Visor

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Grist has always loved to play dress-up. “Growing up, there were a lot of costumes and giant foam heads in our house,” he shares. “We’ve always been a wacky family, and I think that really sparked my creativity.” After high school, the collector moved from his hometown in Nova Scotia to Southern Ontario to pursue a career in fashion design before pivoting to visual merchandising. But it wasn’t until 2011 and an impromptu job offer at Optical Outlook, an eyewear boutique in Yorkville, that his obsession truly took off, and he’s been there ever since.

At first glance, Grist’s collection looks chaotic: a mismatch of metals and plastic crammed into an antique armoire that looks about to burst. But upon closer inspection, you can see that there’s a method to the madness. Listing Princess Diana and Italian Vanity Fair editor-in-chief Simone Marchetti as his fashion inspirations, Grist describes his style as “floral, skeezy and precious” and admits to having a soft spot for aviators and Elton John-esque silhouettes from the late ’70s and early ’80s. As such, the sunnies that started his stockpile are by Betsey Johnson. “They’re white with Swarovski crystals all over — so very everyday,” Grist laughs.

 

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That’s not to say he doesn’t have a few classics. Grist has everything from cat-eyes to clubmasters from various designers like Chanel, Dior, Kenzo and Saint Laurent and cites Emmanuelle Khanh as his go-to brand. He just prefers to be more playful. “Now that I have all the standards, I can experiment,” he explains. Of course, Grist has some sunglasses on his wish list, like a pleated pair from Issey Miyake and mechanical-inspired spectacles from Jean Paul Gaultier. But most of his purchases are based on an emotional reaction. “I’m at that point where I’m no longer looking for something specific,” he says. “I’m looking for a feeling.” A feeling he can’t put into words: “I don’t know…. It just feels right.”

The same applies to getting dressed. Grist reveals that he thinks of eyewear as the “finishing touch” to an outfit and chooses his clothing first. In the case of indecision, he says, it’s not uncommon for him to carry multiple pairs of sunglasses in his bag at any given time. He’ll even go so far as to arrive at work wearing one style and leave wearing another after a spontaneous purchase. “Once I figured out that glasses add an extra dimension and elevate an outfit, I was like, ‘OK, I need 800 of them,’” he laughs.

Besides Grist being a self-proclaimed “glutton for options,” his lifelong love of playing dress-up keeps him coming back for more. “Each one is like a different character,” he explains. “I like to keep people guessing. I like it when people don’t recognize me. It’s almost like wearing a mask. I put a pair of sunglasses on and I’m like a celebrity — no pictures, please.” [Laughs]

Click through the gallery to see more of Gregory Grist’s eyewear collection.

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Brown or Bust

Grist doesn’t wear a lot of black. “I’m very fair, so I don’t want to look too severe,” he shares. Instead, he opts for lighter alternatives like brown, navy or tortoiseshell, such as this pair of floral-adorned Pradas.

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Feline Fixture

“They love to chew the ends of my glasses,” Grist says of his two cats. “There are a couple in my collection that now have little nibble marks at the back, so when I get home, my eyewear immediately goes back in the cabinet.”

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Paint Project

Tired of these wooden frames looking a bit basic, Grist decided to take matters into his own hands. “I liked the colours in one of my shirts, and I happened to have paint that matched, so I gave these glasses a little splash.”

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Signature Sunnies

Why have one when you can have three? Grist explains that this Emmanuelle Khanh style has become his signature look — hence the duplicates. “Good design is timeless and works with everything,” he says.

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Comb Over

In addition to his eyewear collection, Grist has accumulated a fair amount of combs, and these Emmanuelle Khanh x Maitrepierre sunnies marry the two. “When I had my long hair, they kept it brushed back,” he shares. “They’re equal parts novelty and functional.”

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Take Heart

The self-proclaimed “eternal consumer” purchased these heart-shaped Saint Laurent spectacles the day before the photo shoot. “As fashions change, I’m always going to need a new pair of sunglasses to wear,” he reflects.

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Finders Keepers

While Grist sources most of his sunnies from Optical Outlook, he found these Dior ones in perfect condition, with their original packaging, in the back alley behind his old apartment. “Sorry, but finders keepers losers weepers,” he laughs.

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Cabinet Of Curiosity

Where does one store 200 pairs of glasses? In a compact cabinet, of course. “I don’t usually keep the cases,” the collector reveals. “I have little sleeves that I’ll put them in when I’m going from point A to point B.” But for the long term, he stows his sunnies in a vintage armoire in his room.

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Pink Eye

Grist originally bought these pink Kenzo frames for his partner. However, he admits to borrowing them on more than one occasion. “They have a slight hint of skeeziness to them, which matches my style.”

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Wish Fulfillment

Grist had a hard time finding these Chanel sunnies. After they sold out, he badgered the brand to find him another pair. What makes these aviators worth fighting for? “They have a flip-up mirror, so you can check yourself out when you take them off,” he says with a smile. “I love them!”

This article first appeared in FASHION’s Summer 2023 issue. Find out more here.

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Angelina Jolie has recently been away from the spotlight, and now we know why — she’s been working on her new brand, Atelier Jolie. In an Instagram post, she describes it as “a place for creative people to collaborate with a skilled and diverse family of expert tailors, pattern makers and artisans from around the world.” While not much has been revealed,  Angelina Jolie did share that she hopes that her brand “democratizes the fashion industry” by providing shoppers easier access to emerging designers and master artisans. Expect to see more updates closer to the fall.

Wade into summer with Hilary MacMillan’s new swim collection

Are you a certified beach babe? Or do you prefer the cautious confines of a wading pool? Either way, you don’t need an excuse to sport Hilary MacMillan’s Swim 2023 collection. Thanks to its playful and sultry cuts, ruching details and splashy colourways, you can throw a skirt or belted robe overtop and hit a patio for brunch. Consider these chic bathers suitable for any occasion.

Mejuri gets sculptural

Basic can get so boring, so why not add a twist? Enter Mejuri’s new Figure collection, an assortment of sculptural hoops and rings available in 14k gold and sterling silver. Like all of the Canadian brand’s pieces, expect effortless elegance with a trendy treatment.

Carla Rockmore wants you to have these summer staples

“The Carrie Bradshaw” of TikTok is back, and she wants you to look your best this summer. For Carla Rockmore’s Summer Staples collection, the Montreal-expat has created three items that she believes every woman needs in her wardrobe: a fitted button-up, an oversized appliqué shirt and a relaxed shirt dress. Available in white, navy and red, count on these classics to take you anywhere this season.

Happy Birthday, Knix!

 

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After a decade of fashionable and functional undies (amongst other things), Knix is celebrating its birthday with one giant sale. From May 18-22, the Canadian intimates brand will offer 30% off all leakproof items, including underwear, active, swim, pads, and maternity. Our top pick? This cute skort that’s making a comeback.

Arc’teryx’s new gear is all about personal style

Whether climbing a remote mountain or stairs at the mall, the new collection from Arc’teryx’s sub-label System_A has got you covered. By marrying streetwear-esque style with cutting-edge performance design, the offering “aims to disrupt conventional norms and inspire a new wave of outdoor climb enthusiasts.” Think Gen Z gorpcore mixed with ’80s tracksuits.

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Klementieff was born in Quebec City under a diplomatic passport. “And I lived there for about a year because my dad was a French diplomat,” she explains. She moved around a lot as a kid, spending her childhood between here, Japan and the Ivory Coast before her French-Russian father and Korean mother settled in France. As a teen, Klementieff thought “it would be cool” to have a Canadian passport. However, she was denied one due to her father’s diplomatic status at the time of her birth. To make matters worse, years later, while on a press tour for one of her many Marvel movies, she wasn’t allowed into Toronto because of visa issues. Again I apologize, and again she laughs. “I love Canada, but you’ve told me ‘no’ a lot,” she says. “I’m kinda traumatized.” [Laughs] Not that I could tell.

Klementieff asks if she can turn her camera off during our video chat. “I don’t want to see my face — it annoys me,” she laughs. I get only a brief glimpse of the actor in her New York City home in a casual cotton striped tee with her blond hair messily pulled back. And while it would be easy to call her out on the irony of her statement — she’s starring in two of summer’s biggest blockbusters: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, out now, and Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One, premiering in July — coming from Klementieff, who is so sincere and full of sunshine, it doesn’t seem right.

In case you’re a Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) amateur, Guardians of the Galaxy has been a phenomenon since 2014. Compared to its comic-book counterparts, it’s an eccentric and eclectic breath of fresh air with a killer soundtrack and comedy chops rivalling any Will Ferrell production. Of course, it has all the normal drippings of an MCU movie (big cast, bigger explosions and even bigger muscles), but the franchise, now in its third and rumoured to be final installment, has an even bigger heart — and Klementieff is at the centre of it. Her character, Mantis, introduced in 2017’s sequel, is a big-eyed antennaed Celestial empath who can control people’s emotions. “She’s kinda like the glue that keeps the Guardians together, especially in volume three,” says Klementieff, who also loves that she gets to be the comic relief — a role not usually given to women. “It gives me a lot of freedom to just be weird,” she says, which is something I can tell she delights in. Klementieff is quick to laugh and even quicker to laugh at herself. She is unusually unguarded and readily shares her stream of consciousness, whether she is receiving a package (as she did in the middle of our call) or contemplating why she can’t do a cartwheel (“I never know if my legs are straight!”).

The only topic she seems reluctant to discuss is her family. Klementieff suffered a series of devastating close personal losses, starting with the death of her father when she was still very young. In desperate need of some escapism, she immersed herself in movies. “As a child, I had a little dream in my head to become an actor, but I never saw anyone who looked like me onscreen so I didn’t think it would be possible,” she shares. Though she thrived in theatre classes from a young age, Klementieff went to law school to appease her family. She dropped out soon after, realizing that life was too short to not do something you love. “I never wanted an office job,” she admits. “I aspired for adventure and something outside the norm.” More specifically, Klementieff wanted to kick some ass.

Listing Kill Bill and Park Chan-wook’s The Vengeance Trilogy as significant influences in her life, Klementieff was inspired by the image of a “strong, unapologetic and crazy fighter female character.” She took up boxing and (later) martial arts, and as luck would have it, her first major role was playing a villainous bodyguard in Spike Lee’s 2013 adaptation of Chan-wook’s Oldboy. “Training is always hard, but that’s the beauty of it,” says Klementieff. “It puts you in action mode instead of being passive and sad — it just makes you happier.”

And, boy, does it make Klementieff happy. I can barely finish my question before she launches into her detailed fight history, animatedly describing how eager she was to show off her skills in Guardians. “When I got the audition, I was so excited that I sent training videos to the producers at Marvel,” she shares. “And then I found out that my character didn’t really fight, and I was like, ‘What the hell, guys!’” After years of pushing, Klementieff finally got physical in 2022’s The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special and in Vol. 3.

However, nothing hits quite like a Tom Cruise movie, as the actor is famous for his practical approach to filmmaking and death-defying stunts. Klementieff started training for Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One in 2019 and hasn’t had a break since. She tells me she was just in the Arctic two weeks earlier, fighting off frostbite while filming the sequel. And before that, she was celebrating her 100th skydive. “It’s always a little bit scary, but there’s the excitement of the unknown,” she muses. “It’s like dancing in the sky — poetic and very addictive.”

Klementieff’s thrill-seeking tendencies also apply to the red carpet. “I love taking fashion risks and thinking outside the box,” she shares, describing how she tries to find a balance between having fun and “not being the centre of attention.” To achieve this, she has dedicated folders of inspirational images saved on Instagram that consist primarily of travel, tattoos and motorcycles. Given her tough-girl aesthetic, this is hardly surprising. She’s been known to rock a chunky choker, bold shoulder and structured suit to a premiere, but her style took a definite step up after she became one of the faces of Alexander McQueen. While Klementieff currently stars in the British brand’s Spring 2023 campaign — alongside former FASHION cover star Sadie Sink — she tells me that the leather two-piece she wore to the 2022 Cannes Film Festival might be one of her all-time favourites. “The noise those boots made was crazy — I sounded like a f*cking cowboy,” she laughs. “But I loved not wearing a gown and being a little rebel.”

With two blockbusters in play, I doubt Klementieff will be “little” for much longer. She’s a sweet soul wrapped in a tough moto package who can’t cartwheel but can certainly skydive. For now, she has full days and then a month-long Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 press circuit ahead of her, which quite honestly sounds exhausting. But at least she’ll get the opportunity to travel. “In some ways, being in one place for too long gives me anxiety,” she reveals, referring to both her past and her present. “I live in a suitcase, so home is where the people I love are. And I have so many friends in so many different places that it feels like my heart is torn between cities.” Maybe this time she’ll even make it to Canada.

Photography by ROYAL GILBERT. Creative direction by GEORGE ANTONOPOULOS. Styling by KAREN CLARKSON. Hair by MARCIA LEE for ONE REPRESENTS using HAIR BY SAM MCKNIGHT. Makeup by ARIEL YEH for SAINT LUKE using TATCHA. Nails by SASHA GODDARD for SAINT LUKE using SHOREDITCH NAILS and BYREDO. Photo assistants: NICK COLLINS and PHILIP BRADLEY. Fashion assistants: MOLLY ELLISON and MAGGIE CURWIN. Hair assistant: ANAIS ROSENTHAL. Producer: THEARCADE.

The full Summer 2023 issue will be available May 23. Click here to learn more.

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That being said, designers have had the desire to breathe underwear for quite some time. The quintessential mermaid silhouette is thought to be created by French couturier Marcel Rochas in the 1930s and cemented in fashionable circles by Jean Patou, whose aquatic-inspired gown appeared in a 1933 issue of Vogue. Since then, the siren style has taken many forms but re-entered the mainstream in 2021, with Versace and Burberry making waves with their nautical novelty. Cut to Spring 2023, and Blumarine, Erdem, Victoria Beckham, and many others have also decided to take the plunge.

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Much like the mythical creatures, the defining mermaidcore look is a little elusive. Think Sara Paxton from Aquamarine mixed with Tiktok’s viral coquette and pearlcore aesthetics: iridescent slip halter dresses, lace-up tops and corsets, pearl and shell-inspired accessories, sheer lacy fabrics, light blue and lilac sequins, and so, so, so many ruffles. If it feels like a lot, that’s because it is — apparently, no minimalist mermaids are allowed above ground.

But in grander terms, the trend speaks to our communal need for nostalgia and escapism. During a period that has been anything but comforting, it psychologically makes sense that we’ve all been more inclined to revert to our childish ways. Pretending to be a fairy, princess, mermaid, or all of the above is much more fun than thinking about any of the many crises society is currently facing. Who wouldn’t want to be part of their world?

Read on for Ariel-approved advice on how to make a splash in mermaidcore-inspired looks.

Sheer Leader

The wet look is a beauty basic, but thanks to mermaidcore, the trend is floating over into fashion. The combination of semi-sheer and lace fabric can make clothes appear soaked, as if, say, you’ve just returned from a quick swim in the sea. So take the plunge like this influencer and invest in a two-piece pastel set to achieve the full effect.

Frill Ride

Not ready to live fully under the sea? Wade into the proverbial water with ruffles. While the parallels to aquatic algae and other oceanic plants make it a mermaidcore must, the feminine fashion can easily be worn above land when paired with a more masculine oversized blazer, as seen here on this guest during fashion week — bonus points for adding any shell-related accessories. (And if your frilly blouse happens to also have a garden-ready rosette like the street style star seen here? We say why not.)

Rise and Shine

Is there anything more beautiful than the sun shining on the sea? Perhaps Halle Bailey could give it a run for its money, but besides that, I’m drawing a blank. Get your glow on with iridescent materials like silks, satins and sequins and don’t be afraid to add some Y2K touches as seen above.

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In case you didn’t recently binge the full series like so many of us, the Shonda Rhimes production is a Bridgerton prequel that focuses on Queen Charlotte’s rise to power in the mid-1700s and the love story between her and King George III. While it has all the usual trappings of the popular Regency-era drama (opulent sets, handsome men, sexy sex scenes), it also offers a new explanation for the historical inaccuracies of the Queen’s costumes in the original series and how it relates to King George III’s condition.

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To refresh your memory, the first season of Bridgerton is set in Regency Era England around 1813. In tandem with the times, the costumes featured looser corsets, empire waists and pastel colours, as seen on characters like Daphne, Eloise and later the Sharma sisters. This is because after the 1700s, women were done with the giant crinolines and frilly embellishments that defined the Rococo and Georgian period. Silhouettes became much more streamlined and, frankly, comfier to wear, and a general “quiet luxury” attitude was adopted

Queen Charlotte, on the other hand, rejects this. Looking more like Marie Antoinette than Elizabeth Bennet, her skirts are wide, her corsets are tight and luxuriously adorned, and my god, the wigs! As with all historical fiction, Bridgerton has never been entirely accurate, so many waved this off as creative license and continued to ogle the Duke of Hastings. However, the new series hints that Charlotte is wearing these outdated clothes for her husband.

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As any history buff or Hamilton enthusiast can tell you, King George III, or “Mad King George,” suffered many illnesses, but historians have debated the exact classification for centuries. The most popular theories list dementia, bipolar disorder, porphyria (a hereditary physical condition that can cause hallucinations) or a combination of all three. Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story doesn’t shy away from this but instead makes it a central plot point and an ongoing conflict between the two newlyweds. Charlotte’s role is to remind George of who and where he is when his condition takes over, ultimately bringing the two closer together.

Thirty years later, it’s as if the Queen is frozen in time along with her husband: She still wears the same silhouette that she did when they first met. Now perhaps she’s simply stuck in a style rut, but many fans have theorized that she’s doing it with the hope that her husband is more likely to remember her if he recognizes her clothing. Charlotte has spent her whole reign looking after King George III and his condition, so naturally she’d be eager to do anything to help him.

She’s also sentimental for the past: for a time when George was healthier, their marriage was thriving and she wasn’t as burdened by constant caregiving. And as we’ve seen during the pandemic, we reach for nostalgia in uncertain times, and what could be more uncertain than being a royal in the 1800s?

So will Charlotte’s outdated ensembles continue in the upcoming third season of Bridgerton? That remains to be seen, but if the King is still alive, we’d assume so. If not, that makes the question a whole lot more interesting.

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Singer, songwriter, Met Gala co-chair — is there anything Dua Lipa can’t do? Versace certainly doesn’t think so, as it has enlisted the star to co-design its high summer collection “La Vacanza.” While not much has been revealed, the show will take place on Tuesday, May 23, in Cannes, France, with the entire assortment immediately available online. With Dua Lipa and Versace at the helm, expect the unexpected!

Tanya Taylor comes home

Welcome home, Tanya Taylor! The Toronto-born, New York-based brand hasn’t returned to its hometown since before the pandemic, so to kick off its 10th anniversary, it’s hosting a pop-up at TNT on May 11 and 12. Expect romantic dresses, bold patterns and smile-inducing colours. Moreover, ten per cent of sales will go to SickKids.

Jennie Kim creates a capsule collection for Calvin Klein

Looking for some spring outfit inspiration? Look no further than Blackpink’s Jennie Kim’s capsule with Calvin Klein. The collection ranges from $25 to $150 and features a selection of underwear sets, denim, tees, fleece and knits infused with the South Korean superstar’s style. Available on May 10, this is one date you’ll want to bookmark.

Mimi So paints the town red

What is a paint brush if not a universal symbol for the artistic community? In collaboration with celebrity makeup artist Daniel Martin and pianist Chloe Flower, notable jewellery brand Mimi So has unveiled an 18k gold ring, shaped like a paint brush and stamped with the words “paint your dreams.” Available as of May 4 for a limited time, the trio is working to raise money for Apex for Youth, a charity that empowers AAPI youth in New York City.

You can now pre-order Christopher John Rogers’s Resort 2024 collection

Christopher John Rogers is Hollywood’s best worst-kept secret. He dressed Anne Hathaway at the beginning of her style renaissance. He created one of Jodie Turner Smith’s most memorable red carpet looks. And he’s made a fan-girl out of Tracee Ellis Ross. So if you’re eager to hop on this fashionable bandwagon, you’re in luck because the American designer’s Resort 2024 collection is on pre-sale now. Our top pick? This blue knit jacket.

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This year’s evening, co-chaired by Penélope Cruz, Michaela Coel, Roger Federer, and Dua Lipa, celebrates The Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute’s latest exhibition, “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty.” Inspired by the late-great designer’s work with Chanel, Fendi, Chloé and more, the dress code was to pay tribute to his legacy in the only way Lagerfeld would want: through fashion.

As predicted, there was a sea of tweed, black and white, and vintage but no one could’ve been prepared for this many Chanel brides. Famously, Lagerfeld started the tradition of closing Chanel shows with a euphoric white bridal look in 1984. Since then, it’s become a mainstay and one of his definitive legacies. And today on the Met Gala 2023 red carpet, many celebs took note. Co-chair Dua Lipa looked effortlessly elegant in vintage Chanel tweed ballgown, famously worn by Claudia Schiffer in 1992.  Gisele proved she never needs a plus one and looked fabulous in another Chanel throwback from 2007. And Nicole Kidman re-wore her dress from her Chanel No. 5 commercial directed by Baz Luhrmann.

Another major highlight was seeing how other designers interpreted the iconic designer’s signature style. Emily Ratajkowski looked Lagerfeld-approved in a light beige Tory Burch dress. Emma Chamberlain’s Miu Miu ensemble was an ode to his love of suits. And Maya Hawke looked cozy in feather couture by Prada.

Scroll through the Met Gala 2023 red carpet gallery for the most memorable appearances.

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Cara Delevingne in custom Karl Lagerfeld

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Aurora James in custom Bode, a tribute to Karl Lagerfeld’s 1954 Woolmark Prize-winning coat

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The Little Woman star turned heads — quite literally — with her tribute to the late Karl Lagerfeld who was known for his love of feathers and monotone colours. Pugh arrived for her Met Gala debut accessorizing her black and white Valentino gown with a freshly shaved head and sky-high feather headpiece. Now Pugh is not stranger to taking fashionable risks. She fearlessly freed her nipple in 2022 at a Valentino show. She’s rocked monstrously tall platforms multiple times. And who can forget her infamous black tulle revenge dress at the Venice Film Festival? But this is undoubtedly her most daring — and tallest — look yet.

That said, the biggest daredevil of the night was another Met Gala newcomer, Doja Cat. Instead of honouring Lagerfeld’s fashion legacy, the rapper chose to pay homage to his famous cat Choupette with a feathery white frock by Oscar de la Renta, a cat ear-adorned hood and literal cat eye makeup. Other celebs who were new to the red carpet took slightly safer approaches. Quinta Brunson’s Prabal Gurung ensemble was an ode to iconic Chanel camellia. Bella Ramsey wore a pearl-encrusted suit. And Ice Spice wore a white bodycon Balmain dress whilst holding a camera, as a cheeky nod to Lagerfeld’s love of photography.

Click through to get a closer look at what Florence Pugh and other Met Gala newcomers wore on the 2023 red carpet.

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After three years of a daringly ambitious renovation — the first since it opened its doors in 1940 — the Tiffany & Co. Fifth Avenue store finally reopened its historic doors and the stars celebrated in style. Like a modern Holly Golightly à la Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Bieber wore a Versace LBD with strands of pearls and a Tiffany Blue manicure. She spent most of the night with the equally effervescent Zoë Kravitz, who paid homage to Tiffany’s former designer Elsa Peretti by wearing a halter top with a silk Saint Laurent button-down and pencil skirt.

Blake Lively, Anya Taylor-Joy, Brooklyn Beckham, Nicola Peltz, Michael B. Jordan, Jacob Elordi, Gal Gadot and others were also there (along with FASHION, by the way). Still, Florence Pugh caused gasps to ripple in the fashionable crowd. Debuting new bangs and a bob, the actor looked like she was carrying a wind machine the whole night as her mint green Valentino gown danced wherever she went. And as this is Tiffany & Co., having a crowd full of stunning A-list stars simply wasn’t enough. The brand surprised everyone with an intimate performance by Katy Perry that ended with iridescent confetti covering the partygoers.

But the true star of the night was the venue itself (sorry Mrs. Biebs!). While the party was so packed I could barely see my bedazzled green pumps, I luckily got a private tour of the premises the day before. Now, at first glance, the reveal is admittedly a little anticlimactic: the storefront’s iconic limestone, Atlas Statue and clock remain relatively unchanged. However, the new three-story glass addition, spearheaded by the Office for Metropolitan Architecture (OMA), gives a glimpse into the innovation you can expect from the interior by legendary architect Peter Marino.

Entering through the grandiose revolving doors, the first word that comes to mind is luxury. In case the location (57th Street and Fifth Avenue) wasn’t enough of an indicator that you are walking on NYC sidewalk royalty, the ground floor features a giant LED screen that mimics windows, with views of the Manhattan skyline and Central Park. The walls that aren’t covered in pixels are adorned with art by renowned artists like Damien Hirst, and the entire space glitters and glows as if it were dunked in the bubbliest and sparkliest Champagne imaginable.

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But be warned — the Tiffany Landmark is massive, so much so that I recommend sporting a pair of sneakers if you want to make it to all ten floors in one piece. However, if you’re willing and able to take the stairs, I highly suggest you do. Before you protest, this is no ordinary staircase. Inspired by the aforementioned Peretti’s love of organic forms, the steps are surrounded by rock crystal columns and angled infinity mirrors, which are guaranteed to take your mirror selfies to the next level (pun intended). Head to the seventh floor to check out the most extensive collection of Tiffany high jewellery in the world, with the crown jewel of them all — a strand of perfect pearls valued at $2.8 million that is so elegant and understated, it’s begging to be worn by Hailey Bieber at this year’s Met Gala.

If seeing all the delicious jewellery has made you feel a bit peckish, the Instagrammable Blue Box Café has reopened and will have you seeing Tiffany Blue long after your amuse-bouche. “The Audrey Experience,” a mini shrine to Hepburn and the iconic movie, complete with a replica of the LBD and pearl necklace from Breakfast at Tiffany’s  is on floor five. The famous 128.54-carat Tiffany Diamond has been redesigned and is currently on display in the window. And, if you can maneuver your way onto the guest list, there’s even a secret club on the top floor with its own elevator. Consider it Hailey Bieber- and Holly Golightly-approved.

See what all the stars wore to the opening of The Tiffany Landmark below.

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Anya Taylor-Joy

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Jacob Elordi

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Gabrielle Union

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Tiffany Haddish

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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 for her red carpet looks? Expect a dramatic transformation from Valentino’s vintage elegance and bold colour palette to edgier, more avant-garde looks by Louis Vuitton’s womenswear creative director Nicholas Ghesquière.

Reformation’s new sustainable bags are a must-have

Meet Chiara, Rosetta and Vittoria, Reformation’s new handbags. Made with traceable leather, each style caters to a different aesthetic. Feeling a bit boho? Go for Vittoria’s slouchy shoulder bag. Nostalgic? Rosetta’s circular shape is sure to evoke some Y2K memories. And Chiara? Let’s call her the perfect everyday staple. Moreover, it’s Camila Morrone approved, as seen in Reformation’s latest campaign.

Florals for spring at the Bata Shoe Museum

@batashoemuseumNEW EXHIBITION ALERT ~ We’re so excited to announce the opening of our new exhibition “In Bloom: Flowers and Footwear” on April 20, 2023.♬ original sound – batashoemuseum

After the darkest winter in Ontario in 80 years, the Bata Shoe Museum is celebrating the light with “In Bloom: Flowers and Footwear.” The new exhibit explores “the inspiration that nature has provided as a source of meaning and material for shoemaking across the ages.” Be ready for cork Christian Louboutins, beaded mules from the 1920s and more.

Lauren Chan is Sports Illustrated Swimsuit’s Rookie of 2023

 

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Who’s that girl? Chances are you know Canada’s Lauren Chan as either a former Glamour editor, a model, a social media superstar or as the designer of the plus-size brand Henning. Now, she’s making her mark as one of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit’s 2023 Rookies. Chan looks absolutely fabulous in a series of colourful bikinis, and in her profile, the magazine’s editor-in-chief writes: “​​Lauren is the epitome of beauty and brains, and her passion and commitment to making space for all women is what we can’t get enough of.”

Coach launches Coachtopia

Welcome to Coachtopia — a sub-brand of Coach that focuses on circular craft, community, and cultivating a fully circular business model. Using the three R’s (reducing, reusing, recycling), the new initiative features whimsical products made from sustainably sourced and leftover materials. Think of it as Coach’s younger sister with checkerboard bags, patchwork denim and cozy hoodies.

Bulgari’s high jewellery comes to Toronto

Bulgari held a dazzling dinner at Toronto’s St. Regis hotel this week for top clients and friends of the house, including Olympic swimming sensation Penny Oleksiak and ETalk’s Tyrone Edwards and Lainey Lui. The occasion provided a first look at 120 high jewellery pieces pulled in from around the globe, including one of the two diamond Serpenti necklaces worn by Jennifer Lopez at this year’s Grammy’s. The collection will be on display, and available for sale, at the Bulgari boutique in Yorkdale Shopping Centre until May 2.

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Is anyone more iconic than Amelia Mignonette Grimaldi Thermopolis Renaldi, Princess of Genovia (discounting her grandmother)? We think not. So it makes perfect sense that Anne Hathaway, the actress who portrayed the famed character in the Princess Diaries, is the star of Versace Icons, the new campaign and capsule from the Italian brand. Corsets are at the heart of the collection but think of the assortment as elevated essentials with clean lines, hourglass silhouettes and timeless bags.

Mejuri gets into the handbag game with Luar

Mejuri has been part of a lot of collabs over the years, but none of them have looked quite like this. The Canadian jewellery brand has teamed up with CFDA Accessories Designer of the Year and LVMH semifinalist Luar to create a collection of white enamel earrings and bags. Perfect for summer fun, we recommend pairing these wares with a floaty summer dress and creamy sandals.

Windows at Tiffany & Co. is the next book to add to your coffee table

Is there anything better than window shopping? We certainly don’t think so, especially when that window belongs to Tiffany’s. Previously released in 2018 as an Assouline Ultimate tome, Windows at Tiffany & Co. is an updated edition with an epilogue by the creative director of the Tiffany windows, Christopher Young. Expect never-before-seen sketches, archival documents, and behind-the-scenes imagery.

Poshmark goes live

Resale is levelling up thanks to Poshmark. This week the platform launched Posh Shows, a “live shopping product” that enables people to live stream on Poshmark. While the initiative was introduced to make online shopping more social, Posh Shows also allows sellers to have auctions in real-time, where they can quickly move through their inventory à la Storage Wars.

H&M Move launches a captured carbon emissions capsule collection

Since its launch, H&M Move has always looked for the next big thing in sportswear. Now with the help of LanzaTech, it’s found it. On April 6, the Scandinavian retailer dropped a jumpsuit, a top and a pair of tights made of LanzaTech CarbonSmart™ polyester. According to the press release, what makes the material so great is that it’s created by “capturing carbon emissions from steel mills, trapping them in bioreactors and converting them into the same building blocks that conventional polyester is made of.” Athletic clothing that has a positive environmental impact and looks good, too? Consider us sold.

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Shortly after the kickoff of 4Kinship (initially named Orenda Tribe), the duo moved from L.A. to New Mexico to reconnect with their Diné tribe, and the brand took full form from there. Fuelled by her desire to honour her heritage, Denet Deal infuses her Indigenous ethos into all aspects of her work, from collaborating with different artisans in her community to using sustainable practices like upcycling, hand-weaving and hand-dying vintage materials. “Indigenous peoples have always lived in harmony with the land, and we’ve always considered our impact on it,” shares Denet Deal. “At 4Kinship, we continue the ancestral practice by reflecting that balance and harmony in our garments. We want people to see the clear connection to the land that goes into every piece.”

Here, Denet Deal dives deeper into her Diné culture and why her daughter is her forever muse.

How Dinétah inspires Denet Deal

“Dinétah is the traditional homeland of the Diné tribe. I’m inspired by everything that surrounds me here in the Southwest — the clouds, the sky, the mountains, the land — which led me back to New Mexico and my roots.”

The impact of Jeffrey Gibson’s art

“American Mississippi Choctaw-Cherokee contemporary artist Jeffrey Gibson’s work has changed my life. He’s a Native American who did not grow up in a Native community but has created his own space of belonging through his work. I relate to his pieces and story on all levels.”

On her love of flight suits

“I love utilitarian and gender-free clothing, so I live in upcycled vintage military flight suits. At 4Kinship, we invite many of these old souls back into our world and infuse them with the earth’s and sky’s colours using our hand dyes.”

The importance of community at 4Kinship House

“4Kinship House allows us to represent ourselves and encourage Indigenous creativity to flourish. We burn cedar every morning as we start the day, set intentions and constantly change the rhythm of each room.”

Why her daughter Lily is Denet Deal’s ultimate muse

“Lily’s why I started 4Kinship — to set an example for my child on how a brand could honour our Indigeneity. We’ve grown together on our path toward sustainable fashion. She guides not only my aesthetic but also my life.”

This article first appeared in FASHION’s April 2023 issue. Find out more here.

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If you’ve been on TikTok recently, your feed has undoubtedly been flooded with this long jean skirt. As a result, it’s been near impossible to find one at Mango, Zara or H&M, as the fast-fashion retailers can’t seem to keep them in stock. Even before that, the long denim skirt returned triumphantly from Y2K obscurity, becoming a designer must during the Spring 2023 runway shows at Diesel, Acne, Balenciaga and MM6 Maison Margiela.

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It would be easy to write off the trend as an extension of the aughts revival. Another simple solution would be to see it as a reaction to the micro-mini that made headlines last year — after all, what goes up must come down. But could the rise of denim maxi-skirts actually be connected to the economy? The Hemline Index suggests yes.

@quicktake #GDP, the #stockmarket and #unemployment are all things many economists look at to determine if a #recession is coming. But here are some more unorthodox indicators of an upcoming contraction. #economy #finance #money ♬ Lo-fi hip hop – NAO-K

For those unfamiliar, the popular concept proposes that when the economy does well, like, say, in the Roaring Twenties, hemlines rise to match the carefree and prosperous mood of the time. But lengths tend to drop during recessions or great depressions, reflecting a more sombre mood.

Now, take this information with a grain of salt. Since its inception nearly 100 years ago, the Hemline Index has gotten a few things wrong. In the fifties, for example, when the world came out of war and into economic prosperity, Christian Dior famously lowered hemlines to create the now iconic New Look. By the 1990s, subcultures reigned supreme, and the Internet made it impossible for one silhouette to dominate pop culture.

However, based on the trends we’ve experienced in the 2020s, it’s possible that the theory still holds some merit. When we were all locked at home baking sourdough bread, ankle-grazing “cottagecore” dresses rose in popularity. When we were allowed out and optimistically thought everything would return to normal, the micro-mini became the “it” skirt of the season. And now, as the proverbial dust has seemingly settled and the recession is in full swing, long denim skirts are ruling the runways and the streets. Coincidence? I think not.

So whether you choose to believe this new trend is part of a bigger sociological scheme or just another TikTok fad born from content creators’ Y2K obsession, this is one addition to your online cart you won’t return. Click through our gallery below to shop some new denim maxi-skirts for the Spring 2023 season.

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Long denim skirt with tiger breaks

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Denim Maxi Skirt

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Nash two-tone patchwork denim midi skirt

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A-line Denim Midi Skirt

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Asymmetric denim skirt

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Monogram-pattern denim skirt

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RELATED: What Does Law Roach’s Retirement Say About the Fashion Industry?

About 36 hours after an Instagram post that will surely make the fashion history books, the Legendary judge told Vogue backstage at the BOSS runway presentation that, “I’ve done everything I wanted to do in this career. I’ve received all the awards, the accolades, I’ve changed people’s lives…And I just feel like, I’ve had enough, you know?” He continues to say that his social media message “wasn’t a PR stunt. It was really me giving myself the grace to say: It’s okay. You can do something else.”

Did this sudden decision have anything to do with Zendaya? As FASHION digital writer Natalie Michie wrote, the current theory about Roach’s retirement as a stylist is that there was some drama surrounding his longtime client and her rumoured new contract with Louis Vuitton — and Roach’s second-row seat at the brand’s Fall 2023 runway presentation. Roach took to Twitter to dispel that rumour, saying, “So y’all really think I’m breaking up with Z….we are forever… She’s my little sister, and it’s the real love, not the fake industry love.”

@fashionmagazine When #lawroach makes his runway debut at the BOSS Spring 2023 show hours after confirming he’s retiring from celeb styling 🤩 @BOSS #beyourownboss #lawroachretirement #luxurylaw ♬ Originalton – I love Twd

Retirement speculation aside, the audience was thrilled to see Law Roach make his runway debut at BOSS in Miami, and he mastered the treacherous terrain like a true pro. The German brand brought nearly 500 guests to Miami’s Herald Plaza for a runway presentation that was part water show and part Slip ‘N Slide. As dozens of colourfully lit fountains and an artificial waterfall playfully danced to the beat of the music, the unexpected wind resulted in the models, and a majority of the audience, becoming drenched, as seen in the viral video of supermodel Amber Valletta attempting to strut down the catwalk. Emphasis on attempting.

As for the collection, the whimsical venue added another dimension to a fluid assortment of neutral-coloured ensembles. Powdery creams, taupes and greys were the hero hues, as buttery silks and smooth nylons were crinkled and pressed into tailored suits and separates. Transparent materials also gave the BOSS Spring 2023 collection a welcome edge, exemplified by the sheer set worn by RuPaul’s Drag Race winner Violet Chachki.

Scroll through below for some of the most memorable looks (and models!) from the BOSS Spring 2023 fashion show.

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Congratulations on winning the Vanguard Award at last year’s Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards [CAFA]! What does this achievement mean to you?

It means a lot. I’m Canadian, so being recognized in my place of birth and homeland is such an honour.

Let’s start at the beginning. You were born in Toronto and raised in Vancouver, and now you live in New York. How have those two Canadian cities influenced your fashion and beauty journey?

I’ve always loved pretty things, whether they’re in nature, fashion or beauty. And when you’re surrounded by beauty — like I was, growing up in British Columbia — your eye becomes very developed.

 

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You started your career working with famous hairstylists like Oribe Canales and John Frieda. What sparked the idea for The Wall Group?

I saw a demand for another level of representation for that type of talent. There needed to be more people surrounding these artists with a vision of how far they could go. The most famous hair and makeup stylists were represented by photo agencies or something similar at the time. But they required legal representation and good business people around them to better understand the arc of their careers if they wanted to develop their own beauty lines. And those resources didn’t exist in the ’90s.

Did you anticipate how big the styling, hair and makeup industry would become?

I did, because when I started working with people like John Frieda, Oribe Canales, Laura Mercier and Kevyn Aucoin, there would be like 25 different jobs available but very few individuals who could perform at such a high level. So I could see that they would become a more valuable commodity in the future.

How do you decide which artists to take on, and have the criteria changed since 2000, when you founded The Wall Group?

They have changed slightly with the advent of social media. You must now be good in front of the camera and draw an audience. But certain things haven’t changed. When we interview artists, we’re looking at their ability and personality — where did they learn their craft, have they studied the history of beauty and can they create looks from different genres? The list goes on.

Has social media changed the way these creatives approach their profession?

I don’t think it’s changed this; there’s just more pressure to perform, because, through social media, more people will see their work. Everyone wants to develop their brand, so they’re more cognizant of consistency and which looks will become recognizable.

 

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So what separates a good red-carpet look from a great one?

It’s almost like a perfect storm. [Laughs] Many different elements have to come together for it to be a great moment. Our stylists are keenly aware of who they’re working with and the story that that individual needs to tell on the red carpet. If you can do that consistently, you can win frequently. Just don’t ask me to pick favourites!

You wore Erdem to the CAFA awards ceremony. How would you describe your style when you’re not on a red carpet?

I would describe my style as casual formal with a twist of Canadian — because I do love a flannel shirt. [Laughs] I think that when you’re in the industry and you deal with red carpets and events daily, you don’t have an interest in spending time digging through a million different looks. You know who you are, what you’re comfortable with and how to present the best version of yourself.

This article first appeared in FASHION’s March 2023 issue. Find out more here.

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Back in 1932, when Gabrielle Chanel launched her first high jewellery collection, she said, “I used my penchant for all that shines to try and reconcile elegance and fashion in a set of jewellery.” The same can also be said of Chanel’s contemporary collections, both of which have been amalgamated into one beautiful book, Chanel Haute Joaillerie, published by Thames & Hudson. Take a trip through history as breathtaking photos are revealed from the brand’s archive and more recent wares are captured in a new light.

Mr. Saturday joins Roots

 

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Just when you thought Roots couldn’t get cooler (ICYMI, it’s now dressing The Weeknd and Chance the Rapper), the Canadian heritage brand has introduced Joey Gollish, the brains behind Mr. Saturday and CAFA’s 2022 Menswear Designer of the Year, as the Creative Director in Residence. While not much has been revealed, we expect to see many more varsity jackets and streetwear influences moving forward.

Herschel’s Nova Project is back

Herschel’s Nova Art Project is back for a third year in a row. For those unfamiliar, the initiative turns the brand’s signature Nova backpack into a canvas for female artists. This year the chosen talent is Arty Guava, a Malaysian-born, Vancouver-based artist and graphic designer, who designed two signature prints for the project: a coral-hued picnic and wild midnight rendezvous.

Ellie Mae teams up with Kids Help Phone

Over the past three years, Canadian brand Ellie Mae has done incredible work with Kids Help Phone, but nothing has ever looked like this. This year, the designer reached out to Toronto elementary schools and asked students to draw what they thought of when hearing the words “feel out loud.” After collecting their artwork, creative director Ellie Mae Waters chose a select few to feature on clothing and accessories, with all proceeds from the capsule going to the charitable organization. “To see firsthand the illustrations from young people that showcase their [mental health] struggle made me that much more grateful for Kids Help Phone and the work we do with them,” shares Waters in a press release.

Ba&sh comes to Vancouver

Vancouverites: are you looking to get your Parisian fix without the cost of a plane ticket? Look no further than Ba&sh’s new store coming to West Georgia Street. The retail concept pictured above is the first example of the French brand’s new global design concept, which according to a press release, focuses on “a soft, natural aesthetic: organic materials, rounded shapes, burned wood details, and Venetian plaster.”

Ayimach Horizons x Dr. Liza is a walking work of art

Dr. Liza’s love of bold prints reaches new heights with her collaboration with Métis visual artist and fashion designer Jason Baerg, of the label Ayimach Horizons. The playful pattern, seen here on the Canadian footwear brand’s best selling Onii booties, comes from Baerg’s painting Ispisîhêw ᐃᐢᐱᓰᐦᐁᐤ S:He raises. But if you’re looking for a more subdued option, the duo also released a removable ankle strap that can be added to various Dr. Liza styles.

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Paco Rabanne creative director Julien Dossena honoured the late designer’s legacy by exploring fabrics, forms and textures the way Mr. Rabanne famously did. Speaking of utilizing unique fabrics, the runways of Paris saw dresses made of colour-changing knits, cut-out foliage and even fire (yes, fire).

Read on for more of what you might’ve missed at Paris Fashion Week Fall 2023.

Acne Studios: Posion Ivy realness

On March 1, Acne Studios transported show-goers to a dark, fantastical forest to show a collection rooted in (see what we did there?) nature. Thanks to Swedish creative director Jonny Johansson, the elaborate set was decorated with wickedly twisted trees covered in strands of sparkling crystals and exploding futuristic flora. A somber band of wood nymphs stomped the winding runway in form-hugging dresses with crocheted flowers sprouting from the fabric and a patchwork of leaf cutouts that would be a no-brainer for a certain Batman villainess. “I’ve always enjoyed the contrast between urban life and nature, the idea that an infinite forest is just around the corner,” explained Johansson on Instagram.

Alexander McQueen: Legs for days

How do you fake having longer legs? Sarah Burton at Alexander McQueen says to combine your shoes with your pants. For its Fall 2023 collection, the brand showcased gorgeously tailored suits in wool, leather, denim and sequins, where the trousers morphed into shoes, elongating the already streamlined silhouette even further. Talk about having a leg up.

Andreas Kronthaler for Vivienne Westwood: Life after death

“But what is grief if not love persevering?” This quote from the hit Disney Plus series Wandavision captured the heart of social media in 2021, and one can’t help but be reminded of it when watching Andreas Kronthaler for Vivienne Westwood’s Fall 2023 presentation. Kronthaler, Westwood’s widower and collaborator, paid tribute to his late love by taking inspiration from the legendary designer’s archive. Crinoline skirts, corsets, towering platforms, buckles, chokers, vintage fabrics, and layered plaids all appeared in the collection. The result was a beautiful and respectful love letter to the woman who forever changed the fashion world.

Anrealage: Let there be light

 

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A dress that changes colour IRL? No, this isn’t another “The Dress” situation but strategic scientific trickery. Using a moving UV light, Anrealage’s Fall 2023 collection transformed from basic to breathtaking, revealing vibrant colours and patterns hidden under plain white ensembles. While this use of tech isn’t new for the brand, it was the first time it was done with such heavy fabrics like velvets, laces, knits and jacquards.

Chanel: Garden party

Chanel has often taken inspiration from the beauty of botany (who could ever forget the Spring 2018 couture show by the late Karl Lagerfeld!?). This season, creative director Virginie Viard focused on only one flower, the camellia. Not only was it seen literally in prints, embroideries and as a massive sculpture at the start of the runway, but the dichotomy between the camellia’s soft petals and resilient nature (it blooms in the winter) was felt in the mixture of leather, tweeds and delicate lace.

Dior: Blast from the past

Can you ever repeat the past? Not according to Nick Caraway, but Dior agrees with Jay Gatsby. For its Fall 2023 collection, creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri reconstructed timeless Dior silhouettes for the modern woman. Presented along a downright magical purple runway, models came out in ladylike blouses, midi skirts and coats, but the details made it trendy. Think sheer fabric, shiny leathers and ombre knits.

Heliot Emil: Fire away

 

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Heliot Emil set Paris Fashion Week on fire…literally. For its Fall 2023 presentation, the Danish designer sent a male model down the runway wearing a black ensemble engulfed in real-life flames. Rest assured, the outfit was created with fire-proof techwear, so no one was injured, but we couldn’t help but be reminded of this iconic costume from The Hunger Games.

Louis Vuitton: Is Zendaya now an LV girl?

Zendaya in Louis Vuitton? This is one designer/celebrity pairing we didn’t have on our 2023 Bingo card. The Euphoria actor attended the show looking ready for a stylish safari, dressed in a matching jacket, skirt and boot set. Is this a preview of what’s to come for future red carpet appearances? While we anxiously await the answer, the Louis Vuitton Fall 2023 show was a textural tour de force, combining leather, jacquard, fringe, wool, fur and sequins, sometimes in the same outfit.

Miu Miu: Princess Diana has arrived

Mark this day in the history books because on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, Emma Corrin — as in Princess Diana from The Crown — made their runway debut at the Fall 2023 Miu Miu show. Looking effortlessly elegant and cool, the actor closed the show in a beige crewneck and a pair of rhinestone-encrusted underwear, cementing that pants are truly optional this season. Mia Goth and Zaya Wade also appeared in a celeb-filled catwalk.

Nina Ricci: Welcome to the Harris Reed era

 

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At only 26 years old, there isn’t much that Harris Reed hasn’t done. Started his own label in London? Check. Became a fan-favourite of Adele, Billie Eilish, Harry Styles and more? Check. Dressed Beyoncé on the cover of British Vogue? Check. And now he can add “become creative director of Nina Ricci” to that list. For his first Nina Ricci collection, Reed brought his signature drama with oversized hats, bows and silhouettes in an assortment that was clearly made for the red carpet. Never one to be ordinary, it will be exciting to see what new heights Nina Ricci will reach with Reed at the helm.

Schiaparelli: Head first

 

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Schiaparelli is not known for being casual. A must-see during Couture Week, creative director Daniel Roseberry has become fashion’s golden boy for his surrealist (and sometimes downright questionable, as seen last season with the animal head dresses) approach to design. So think of the brand’s first-ever foray into ready-to-wear as a diet version of the above. Models were modestly dressed in almost exclusively all black, white and gold looks — a Schiaparelli staple — that were more cocktail-ready than wear-everyday.

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We’re also starting to see some standout trends emerging for Fall 2023. Fifty shades of grey were presented on the runways, and shirt dresses are coming back with a vengeance. Slimming silhouettes, maxi hemlines and sheer materials will also likely continue from the spring into the cooler season.

Read on for more of what you might’ve missed at Milan Fashion Week Fall 2023.

Bottega Veneta: Third time’s the charm

It’s one thing to create a beautiful collection, but to have done it three times in a row is quite another. Bottega Veneta’s creative director Mathieu Blazy has once again proven he’s fashion’s golden child with a Fall 2023 collection that was simultaneously whimsical and wearable, blending the past seamlessly with the future. A particular favourite was a lilac men’s sweater dress that was effortlessly chic but rebellious in its non-gender-conforming attitude. If you want to invest in some key designer pieces this season, look no further.

Diesel: Will the real Jennifer Coolidge please stand up?

 

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It’s said that imitation is the most sincere form of flattery, so Jennifer Coolidge should be feeling extremely flattered after drag artist Alexi Stone impersonated her at the Diesel runway show. With the help of intense prosthetics and a clever photo opp between her and Coolidge’s The White Lotus co-star Haley Lu Richardson, no one seemed to realize she was but a lookalike. Stone’s real identity was eventually revealed, and the internet loved her even more for it.

Fendi: Work(wear) from home

By now, most of us have ditched the 24/7 loungewear we got accustomed to during lockdowns, but are still craving some comfort with a heavy dose of style. Fendi’s Fall 2023 collection, which presented a profound study of prep, utility and wearability, fits that bill. Beautiful blue knit dresses were accessorized with black combat boots. Flight suits were adorned with private school-esque pleated skirts. And menswear staples were paired with lingerie-inspired designs.

Gucci: A new (and somewhat tumultuous) beginning

The fashion world was shocked when news of Alessandro Michelle’s departure from Gucci was first announced in November. The former creative director had left such a loud legacy that the thought of someone stepping into his platform shoes was downright absurd. Enter Sabato De Sarno, formerly of Valentino, and his first collection for the brand. While it’s clear De Sarno was still working with some remnants from his predecessor, the Fall 2023 collection was undeniably different from what we’ve come to expect for seven years. Whether it’s different in a good way is yet to be determined, as the collection received mixed reviews, with The Telegraph going as far as to call it “sleazy and misogynistic.”

Prada: Working 9-5

For most of us, fashion is an escape from the mundane, but for Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons, “normal life” inspired Prada’s Fall 2023 collection. Backstage the two creative directors told The Guardian they were inspired by worker’s uniforms, which they described as “sartorial representations of the beauty of care, of love, of reality … of responsibility.” Cue the practical front pockets, collars, blazers and white nurse-inspired skirts that were both understated and timely.

White Milano: Indigenous pride

 

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Is there anything Indigenous activist and designer Sage Paul can’t do? She’s a founding member of Indigenous Fashion Week Toronto. She won the Changemaker of the Year at the Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards in 2022. Now, she’s spearheading the Indigenous Fashion Arts Trade Project in collaboration with WHITE Milano, Italy’s largest concept tradeshow. From February 24 to 27, six Indigenous Canadian designers — Evan Ducharme, Lesley Hampton, Niio Perkins Designs Robyn McLeod, Section 35 (Justin Louis), and She Was a Free Spirit (Erica Donovan) — presented collections during Milan Fashion Week, marking the first Indigenous presence in the show’s history. The event was a glorious success (because, of course, it was!), and we love seeing such underrepresented talent finally being celebrated!

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In the immortal words of RuPaul: racers, start your engines — and may the first person in line for the upcoming H&M x Mugler collection win! On February 22, the Scandinavian retailer announced that it would be collaborating with the iconic French house Mugler for its Spring 2023 designer series. Not many details have been revealed yet but, like previous designer collabs, we expect the assortment to be sold out in seconds.

Frank And Oak is going totally green

 

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Frank And Oak has always had sustainability top of mind, and now the Canadian brand is transitioning to being 100 per cent responsible. What exactly does that look like? According to a press release, Frank And Oak’s “complete collection now either contains low-impact, cruelty-free, organic, biodegradable, or recycled fibres, or the products are manufactured using industry-leading technologies and processes.” Conscious consumption never looked so good.

Revamp your sunnies with COS x Linda Farrow

Wish away the Canadian winter with COS’s collaboration with sunglass designer Linda Farrow. The style quotient is high as the luxury accessory designer’s quintessential 1970s flair comes out full force and delightfully mixes with the Scandinavian brand’s minimalist aesthetic. On offer is a five-piece assortment that’s sure to please all savvy sartorialists, and the chance to dream of warmer weather.

Skechers x DVF is all about love

What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day all year round than with the Skechers and Diane von Furstenberg collection? Titled “Endless Kisses,” the collaboration features a series of activewear, runners and slides, all decorated with pink and red lip motifs. What’s more, according to the brand, this is just the first drop of many, so expect more cute and comfortable clothing and shoes in the coming months.

Eliza Faulkner looks to Marie Antoinette for spring

No cake, no problem. For Eliza Faulkner’s spring collection, the Montreal designer was inspired by Marie Antoinette and “that feeling of joy and possibility that young women have when they’re all together.” Full of puff sleeves, toile-covered corsets, and ruffled accents, her new offering is playful, feminine and worthy of the French royal.

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True to its word, Proenza Schouler celebrated its 20th anniversary by celebrating the women who have worn their clothing with slimming silhouettes, buttery separates and a ’70s-inspired take on Dior’s New Look (read: blazers pinched at the waist). Another winning collection was Tory Burch, who told WWD she wanted to play with traditional female tropes and actually deconstructed old girdles to subvert shape-wear conventions.

Of course, there were ample examples of “fun” fashion. Puppets and Puppets showed egg nipple coverings, and Area and Melke presented fruit-inspired novelty pieces. But the biggest nonsensical trend to come out of New York Fashion Week Fall 2023 was the continuation of the pantless party, started by Hailey Bieber this winter. Christian Siriano, Anna Sui, Prabal Gurung and Dion Lee have all thrown out their trousers and replaced them with barely there tights. Clearly, they’ve never lived in Canada during the winter.

In case you missed it, we’re breaking down a few highlights from New York Fashion Week Fall 2023, including Tory Burch’s broken heels and Rodarte’s return to goth.

Cynthia Rowley: Laughter is the best medicine

Fashion is not known for its sense of humour (*cough* Anna Wintour) but comedy and clothing have more in common than you think — at least according to Cynthia Rowley who presented her Fall 2023 offering as an all-female stand-up show. Comedians Nikki Glaser, Rachel Feinstein, Ego Nwodim and more took to the makeshift stage in vibrant hues, fun flares and feathers before the whole event turned into one big party. “I see fashion and comedy serving women in the same way,” said Rowley in a press release. “If you can be funny, you can feel confident. If you love what you’re wearing you feel confident. And if you can have both, even better.”

Eckhaus Latta: Greg from The White Lotus walks the runway

Is Greg from The White Lotus a murderer? The jury’s still out (although there are SO many theories about this!), but he certainly slayed the Eckhaus Latta runway. Making his New York Fashion Week debut, actor Jon Gries stomped down the catwalk in a yellow knit sweater and cream-coloured linen slacks. While there were, unfortunately, no Jennifer Coolidge sightings, she was there in spirit as audience members could be heard yelling, “Justice for Tanya!” Cue the theme music.

Michael Kors: More anything? More everything

Why wear one accessory when you can wear two? Or so was the mentality at the Michael Kors Fall 2023 presentation. Models sashayed down the catwalk in big belts, statement geode necklaces, wraparound sunglasses, fringe and fur shawls and more, all whilst wearing monochromatic ensembles. And if that weren’t enough, the American designer played with references to the ’70s and ’80s, with bohemian flare pants and power suiting.

Proenza Schouler: Anna Wintour approved

In honour of Proenza Schouler’s 20th anniversary, creative directors Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez dedicated their newest designs to the women who helped them along the way, and you could tell. Every piece was created with the female figure in mind. Nipped-in waists, strategically ruched dresses and structured jackets were the most successful pieces. They could have easily slipped into the wardrobe of any woman in attendance, even that of the famous Anna Wintour, who was an early supporter of the brand and could be seen sitting in the front-row. Bonus: Legendary NYC It girl Chloë Sevigny walked the runway!

Puppets and Puppets: Good egg

If you thought the price of eggs was bad at the grocery store, look at what Puppets and Puppets is charging for its new nipple coverings. For its Fall 2023 show, the American brand known for its campy collections presented egg-accented bustiers and banana bags along a runway designed to look like a messy cafeteria. Mixed in with dark medical references to the David Cronenberg film Dead Ringers, this is one food fight that perhaps went too far.

Rodarte: Gothic Disco Fairies

If you’ve ever wished your life could be more like a movie, we propose wearing pieces from Rodarte’s Fall 2023 collection. Part Wednesday Addams, part A Midsummer Night’s Dream and part disco fever, the artistic assortment made a case for channelling #maincharacterenergy in the most dramatic way possible. Think floor-length sleeves, purple wings and tinsel explosions.

Tory Burch: Go for broke

To quote the great philosopher H. Montana, “Everybody makes mistakes. Everybody has those days.” And Tory Burch agrees. From afar, the designer’s newest collection read as very prim and proper. But upon closer inspection, the clothes were an ode to breaking down traditional female tropes and embracing your imperfections. Cue the safety-pin brooches, dismantled logos, and pumps with broken heels that seemed to say, “I’m a mess, but at least I’m a hot mess.” After all, nobody’s perfect.

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Athleisure has been on the scene for a while now, but adidas is looking to take it a step further with the introduction of the brand’s first new label in five decades, adidas Sportswear. You’ll find tracksuits and sneakers in the collection, but they’ve all been designed to “level up everyday looks and moments.” Read: Bring the cool factor. And who better to do that than Wednesday Addams herself, Jenna Ortega, who is the star of its new campaign? After all, does anyone look better in black? I don’t think so.

Canada Goose’s NBA collab isn’t just for basketball fans

You don’t have to be a regular at Jurassic Park (the Toronto Raptors’ fan zone outside of Scotiabank Arena) to enjoy Canada Goose’s new collection in partnership with the NBA. Designed in collaboration with Ottawa-born designer Chris Gibbs of Union LA, the latest offering from the outerwear brand features streetwear staples like bomber jackets, puffy vests and bold colours. Consider it a slam dunk.

Hudson’s Bay introduces Shop_BLK

Want to support Black-owned and led businesses but aren’t sure where to find them? Enter Hudson’s Bay’s new digital shop, Shop_BLK. In it, the Canadian department store has curated a cluster of talented lifestyle brands in an effort to “empower customers to discover and support Black-owned and led brands year-round.” What’s more, it has the approval of Brother Vellies designer and Fifteen Percent Pledge founder Aurora James, who was a keynote speaker at the in-store launch this past week, along with TikTok’s Vanessa Craft, and designers Emefa Kuadey, George Sully and Tyler Ferguson.

Mango opens its flagship store in Toronto

Tired of shopping at Zara and Aritzia? May we suggest Mango, the Spanish equivalent, that has just opened an 11,000 square-foot store in Toronto’s Yorkdale Mall, marking its first Canadian location. In it, you’ll be sure to find everything from trendy basics and separates to statement pieces and formalwear. Time to get shopping!

Plant your feet with Allbirds

 

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Allbirds wants you to wear plants on your feet — literally— with the launch of its new sneakers, the Plant Pacer. These runners are unique because they’re made from plant leather, a 100% plastic-free and vegan leather alternative that contains only natural materials like rubber, plant oils, and agricultural byproducts like citrus peels. They’re also guaranteed to be extra cushy thanks to SweetFoam, which uses renewable sugarcane to create a lighter shoe that contours to feet for all-day comfort.

Uniqlo U’s spring collection is all about ease

Uniqlo is known for its elevated basics and innovative fabrics, and the same is true of its Uniqlo U spring collection. Titled “A Sense of Ease,” the warm weather offering features versatile pieces that are perfect building blocks for a capsule wardrobe. Bonus: The line is crafted with AIRism cotton and new BLOCKTECH accessories making it both fashionable and functional.

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RELATED: Jodie Turner-Smith Is a Virgo in All Her Shining Glory

Turner-Smith is having a year of comedy. She first burst onto our screens in 2019’s Queen & Slim before making headlines for her controversial casting in the titular role in the 2021 Anne Boleyn miniseries. But in 2022, Turner-Smith wanted to start the year laughing, so she did. Enter White Noise, a dark comedy by Noah Baumbach (Marriage Story) about a family trying to escape a chemical outbreak in the ’80s, and Bad Monkey, Vince Vaughn’s detective series for Apple TV+, scheduled to premiere in 2023. However, based on how Turner-Smith lights up when we talk about it, nothing made her giggle like her new film, Murder Mystery 2, starring Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston, coming to Netflix on March 31.

“It was difficult to keep a straight face, but I had the absolute best time with those two,” she beams. “I hope they continue the ‘Aniston-Sandler Cinematic Universe’ until they’re hobbling with walkers!” That’s the great thing about Turner-Smith: She’s not afraid to be enthusiastic. Where some celebrities often feel the need to prove they are too cool to care, Turner-Smith is delightfully and refreshingly the opposite. She speaks without trepidation and pronounces her opinions, both good and bad, fearlessly. When we video chat, her hair is berry blue and she’s wearing gigantic goldrimmed glasses that she dramatically puts on and takes off when trying to emphasize a point. She calls me “babe” repeatedly, laughing both with me and at me at different times, and I have to strongly resist the urge to ask her to be my new best friend.

It would be easy to believe that the actor’s enviable confidence is innate. But, she reveals, it took some time to build. Turner-Smith was born and raised by Jamaican parents in Peterborough, England, but moved to Maryland when she was 10. After attending the University of Pittsburgh, Turner-Smith pursued a career in banking. “As an immigrant family, we weren’t wealthy by any means,” she explains. “When I was in school, I did theatre. But when it came to choosing a career, there had to be an element of practicality; being a performer or in the arts was not realistic.” It didn’t take long before Turner-Smith felt unfulfilled and left her job to become a writer. “I got this crazy idea that I should be happy,” she says with playful sarcasm.

When writing jobs proved to be scarce, a pivotal encounter with Pharrell Williams — whom she met at a N.E.R.D. concert in 2009 — changed the trajectory of her life. “I wouldn’t say that he discovered me, but he encouraged me to try to be a model,” she begins very nonchalantly, glossing over how incredibly surreal and frankly cool that statement is. “That was a big moment that made me decide to take a chance on myself. I had this mentality of ‘I have nothing to lose and everything to gain’ — I just tried and tried until I saw results.”

Although Turner-Smith describes herself as an “unsuccessful model,” this statement is more likely due to her humility and lack of vanity than her actual resumé. Diehard Zayn fans will be quick to clock her for her appearance alongside Gigi Hadid in his 2016 music video for “Pillowtalk,” and it was because of projects like these that she decided to try acting. Even so, Turner-Smith admits that she’s always been a storyteller, animatedly describing how, when she was younger, she used to fabricate fairy tales for her mother and has continued the tradition with her daughter.

Turner-Smith takes a similar approach to red-carpet dressing. “I always look at clothes and think to myself: ‘Who is she? What’s her energy?’” she says. According to the internet, she’s a bona-fide fashion icon. The star of The Independent made global headlines this past August for serving daring and dazzling looks on the Venice International Film Festival red carpet. And thanks to the help of her stylists, Wayman + Micah, her outfits have only gotten bigger and bolder.

“Babe, I’m a Virgo, so I’m constantly sending my stylists photos of things I like,” she shares, talking about her collaborative process. Those items just don’t necessarily all look the same. “Everything I wear is about bringing my personality to the forefront of things, and there’s a legion of women who live inside me,” she laughs. “It’s about feeling comfortable in my skin — not actual comfort — and telling their story. And some stories are jagged and painful.”

One could also argue that in terms of pregnancy style, Turner-Smith walked so Rihanna could run. While pregnant with her daughter in 2019, Turner-Smith regularly rebelled against traditional maternitywear by rocking fitted silhouettes and trendy separates. Unfortunately, not everyone was supportive. After she appeared on The Graham Norton Show in 2020 wearing a crop top, the actor was severely body shamed by U.K. fans and media outlets for daring to bare her pregnant belly. Never one to not speak her mind, Turner-Smith clapped back on Twitter, posting a photo of the outfit with the caption “Gives zero f*cks about your disdain for pregnant women’s bodies in British television.”

Three years later, Turner-Smith reiterates that she’s never been shy about expressing herself but she has to be conscious of how she’s perceived. “Everything I say and do becomes a political statement because I’m a dark-skinned Black woman living in America and married to a white man,” she shares, referencing her and her husband’s home base in L.A. “There’s a different level of scrutiny.” She’s quick to clarify that this isn’t her feeling sorry for herself but, instead, her “just acknowledging a part of reality.”

I tell Turner-Smith that this sounds exhausting; she very quickly agrees, revealing that it can be. But, ever the optimist, she doesn’t dwell on it for long. “I don’t have control over how the world sees me,” she says. “I’m going to make mistakes, but integrity is owning that and choosing from moment to moment to be the highest version of myself.” Which is how she got involved in the charities Equality Now, a feminist organization fighting to protect the rights of women and girls around the world, and Samburu Girls Foundation, which is focused on ending female genital mutilation and child marriage in Kenya.

“Any and every day that I have an opportunity to help women and girls is a day that I’m going to fight to do that,” she emphasizes. “I’m certainly not as famous as a Kardashian or a billionaire, but I am someone in the public eye who can have conversations that can influence larger conversations that can hopefully move the needle.”

And even after her string of successful comedies, being cast in the hotly anticipated new Star Wars series The Acolyte (release date still TBD), ruling the red carpet and fighting for women’s rights, Turner-Smith doesn’t consider herself a role model. “I’m a human being, and I think that everyone should want to be a good human being,” she says thoughtfully.

Her priority right now, however, is getting back to her daughter, whose patience has clearly run out as she can once again be heard calling for her mom in the background. A few silly comments and laughs later, Turner-Smith has logged off, but I realize that I’m still looking at my computer screen and smiling; I recall an earlier point in our conversation, when she shared: “I think when you see someone who is genuinely having a good time, it’s infectious. There’s something very powerful about enjoying life.” Indeed there is.

Photography by ROYAL GILBERT. Creative direction GEORGE ANTONOPOULOS. Styling by KAREN CLARKSON. Hair by MARCIA LEE for ONE REPRESENTS/WELLA PROFESSIONALS. Makeup by BERNICIA BOATENG for AGM. Nails by LUCY TUCKER for LOUELLA BELLE. Fashion assistants: MAGGIE CURWIN, MOLLY ELLISON and ELLEN REINERSTEDT. Production assistant: JOSHUA ONABOWU. Digital tech: ALEX CORNES. Lighting by MICHAEL O WILLIAMS.

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