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'Social blanketing' solutions by Comrags, a sleek wardrobe edit by Smythe, and knitwear from Kotn are the new Canadian launches on our radar.

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Plus five fab finds from the iconic Canadian label's current collection.

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In 1983, after meeting in Ryerson University’s fashion arts program, Comrags co-designers Joyce Gunhouse and Judy Cornish pooled their cash to stage a fashion show at Toronto after-hours club Voodoo. As the brand they launched—with “leggings, skimpy skirts and little-boy bathing suits that we expected people to wear to clubs”—celebrates its 35th anniversary, the designers admit […]

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Or see fashion by age: IN YOUR 20s | IN YOUR 30s| IN YOUR 40s | IN YOUR 50s | IN YOUR 60s | IN YOUR 70s

How important is it to dress age appropriately? This is a question that, when asked, will generate a variety of different answers. Fashion by age is hardly a new phenomenon, but the contrast between what is or is not appropriate for certain ages has changed overtime. There may be some styles that are thought to be more suited to one age over another, but as we all know by now, fashion is never that black and white.

Keeping that in mind, check out our selection of the best spring pieces that work for a variety of different ages. From bright printed pants to classic blazers, these beautiful bouquet pieces can work for any age.

Missed Toronto Fashion Week’s first batch of shows? Have no fear! In this short and sweet video, we recap some of the best moments on and off the runway as well as speak to two of our favourite hot young talents, designers Tanya Taylor and Steven Tai. Visit our Fashion Week page for complete coverage […]

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Judy Cornish and Joyce Gunhouse are no strangers to the catwalk. This year marks the 30th anniversary of their beloved Toronto-based label Comrags, and nearly one year in their new digs on Dundas West. “We’ve been at it for so long, it’s fun to have something that challenges us,” Cornish said from the top of the runway at The Shows, in a discussion about the collection with Dr. Alexandra Palmer of the Royal Ontario Museum. “We never forget that what we do is make clothes,” Gunhouse added. And these are clothes that were made for wearing.

“Nothing too precious” was the mandate for the duo’s Fall 2013 collection, translated via exposed pockets, drawstring waists and more practical pieces like a raincoat dress and a jumpsuit that made me think of Ryan Gosling’s character in Drive (always a good thing). The designers also washed, but didn’t press, some of the garments after they were made, giving them a bit of a life of their own. Cornish and Gunhouse are self-professed vintage lovers and said that they generally like to work with older found pieces that they deconstruct before putting them back together in a contemporary way. This season differed in that they fell for some vintage fabric, which they used to create original pieces. And ankle-lovers will be pleased to know that these are the body parts du jour. Nearly every piece in the collection hit just below the knee or at the mid-calf, showcasing an elegant and flattering silhouette in Italian wool dresses, swinging skirts and printed capris.

Looking to add some pizzazz to your fin de semaine? Look no further. We’ve got sample sales and pop up shops, a mega classic-rock dance party and a fashion-themed night at the museum. In the mood for a little vertigo? Skyfall, the latest installment in the Bond franchise, opens tonight—a perfectly good occasion to bust […]

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As we approach September 6, three of the country’s top metropolises are prepping for Canada’s first-ever Fashion’s Night Out, a veritable fashion fiesta that began with Vogue and CFDA’s first FNO in New York City in 2009. The one-night, after-hours festivities celebrating everything fashion will see exciting events taking place in Vancouver, Montreal and Toronto. […]

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Canadian fashion mainstays, Judy Cornish and Joyce Gunhouse, presented their fall 2011 collection to a packed house of steadfast fans at day three of LG Fashion Week. Pleasantly surprising us from the get-go, bits of bold neon colour were introduced into what is usually a fairly muted collection, with a series of gorgeous ethnic-geometric silk prints. Continuing the cavalcade of colour, abstract florals a la Dries Van Noten took their turn on the catwalk, wowing us in vibrant cobalt turquoise and more subtle watercolour jacquards. While we could take or leave the series of black and charcoal textile separates, a starry-skied metallic bathrobe coat (the sleeveless version too) is tops on our can’t-live-without list.

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Now that we’ve had a chance to mull over the happenings of Toronto Fashion Week (and the two weeks plus of pre-fweek presentations), we’ve whittled down our favourite moments from fall shows. Click the images below to see our picks, and catch up on all our coverage at fashionmagazine.com/attheshows To see the full collection, click […]

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Judging from their Fall 2010 collection of plaid frocks, oversized sweaters and quirky wool skirt suiting, it’s easy to see why Comrags has developed a cult following over their nearly three decades in the biz.  Designers Judy Cornish and Joyce Gunhouse consistently stick to their no-fail formula of texture + simple lines + a natural aesthetic = forever pieces. This season, the latter included a knee-length tartan skirt, several digital reptile print dresses, borrowed-from-your-boyfriend roomy knits and an olive green wool skirt suit. Never one to be overly precious, the Comrags girl throws on her distressed combat boots with, well, everything.  Big love.

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Judy Cornish and Joyce Gunhouse have been making clothes together for over 25 years. The pair launched their Comrags label in 1983 and they’re still creating cool clothes for the women who walk by their Queen West shop every day. We sent them a few pre-Fashion Week questions to give you a sneak peek at what they’ve got cooking for fall. Read up, after the jump.