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Cultural appropriation has been prevalent in fashion for decades (Think Jean Paul Gaultier’s unorthodox Hasidic Jew-inspired collection, Chanel’s stylized war bonnets, and Junya Watanabe’s recent use of dreadlock wigs on white models), but voices are accruing against the harmful practice. Just this week, both Osheaga and the Edmonton Folk Festival took a stance against cultural […]

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Swimwear has come a long way since the days of Laguna Beach-esque neon bikinis, but despite the efforts of many summer-focused labels, there’s still a serious lack of stylish—yet water-friendly—attire. That’s where Toronto-born designer Beth Richards and Vancouver-based fashion blogger Vanessa Hong step in. Their new collaboration, Beth Richards X The Haute Pursuit, has resulted in a 6-piece […]

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If you’re looking to up your sneaker game for spring, look no further than iconic shoe brand Keds, which just launched a whimsical collaboration with Canada’s own Partyskirts. Designed by sister-duo, Lauren and Mariel Armstrong,this playful capsule collection is perfect for spring. Pair the Dalmatian-print kicks with some low-slung boyfriend jeans for a patio brunch […]

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When you hear the name Caroline Issa, you automatically think of her impeccable street style. But now you can add designer to the list because the fashion director has teamed up with Nordstrom to bring you a year-round ready-to-wear collection of snap-worthy pieces. Seeing that she is a favourite to shoot on the streets during […]

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See Alexa Chung’s AG Jeans collaboration » As the fashion world continues its love in for all things Alexa Chung, the British born style star has turned her talents to designing, in a just-released collaboration with AG Jeans. The capsule, a snapshot of her off-duty looks, features reimagined staples like the button down A-line dress, […]

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See all of Rihanna’s latest looks » Just a day after we recapped 2014’s best fashion and beauty collaborations, Puma has announced Rihanna as its global brand ambassador and creative director. Last month, it was reported that the singer had signed a seven-figure deal with the German-based athletics brand, but today’s reveal includes more details […]

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See the Altuzarra for Target lookbook » It’s here! It’s here! The first peek at the Altuzarra for Target collection is finally here and it’s as luxurious as we had imagined. When we first heard the news back in May, we couldn’t help but speculate what the high low collection had in store for us. […]

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See the Roland Mouret for Banana Republic collection »

Roland Mouret is taking his trademark femme-fatale elegance to a new venue. The London-based designer has teamed up with Banana Republic on a limited-edition capsule collection, including everything from LBDs to animal-print pencil skirts and structured white tees. Launching today in stores and online and starting at $60, the 25 pieces feature everything we love about Mouret’s red-carpet wonders: bold colours, refined hemlines and those irresistibly svelte silhouettes. Flip through the lookbook to make your wish list but don’t wait to long. If the brand’s past collaborations have been any indication of retail viability, this collection is sure to be snapped up by month’s end.

See the sneaker collaborations »

Thanks to the likes of Phoebe Philo, Isabel Marant and of course, Yeezy, sneakers have been on a fashion upswing for the past few years. No longer just functional, they’ve risen to the top of the heap with the stylish equivalent of bells and whistles: heels, studs, snakeskin and more. Fashion’s sneaker foray has also brought forth some seriously genius high-low collaborations, including Maison Martin Margiela x Converse, Riccardo Tisci x Nike and most recently Versace for Superga. And with the athletic trend showing little signs of backing down, it’s no wonder designers are kicking up their sneaker game for yet another season.

Here, we’ve rounded up 8 amazing sneaker collaborations that have us head over high-tops.

Well hello, high low! Target has just announced its next designer collaboration, with rising New York label Altuzarra. The latest in a long line of partnerships with American designers also marks one of its most ambitious, considering how luxe Altuzarra is shaping up to be. (Gilded cocktail dresses, anyone?) Sexy, strong and considerably pricey, Altuzarra […]

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See the full Sophia Webster for J.Crew collection »

It’s clearly a good week for shoes. One day after Aldo’s Ostwald Helgason collaboration launches, J.Crew‘s equally quirky London designer collection hits the web this Wednesday on April 23, 2014. The much-anticipated Sophia Webster for J.Crew capsule photos have just been released and the shoes are just as cute, colourful and covetable as we expected. The collection of patterned kitten heels, lace-up sandals and T-straps will range from $320-$695, which while steep is still about half of Webster’s signature line pricepoints.

See the Ostwald Helgason Aldo Rise collection »

Susanne Ostwald and Ingvar Helgason are staring intently at a swatch of woven raffia. Ostwald thumbs its subtle texture and pauses. “It’s missing emotion,” she says. Helgason nods. “It’s missing that fuzzy, fun, happiness…,” he trails off. “We need something warm, something unexpected.” Aldo women’s footwear designer Jackie Yermus produces a rougher weave of white with natural-toned raffia. Ostwald’s eyes widen. “This one is very emotional,” she says, laying it beside a pebbled orange, a grainy sky-blue and a shiny nude, also under consideration. “Yes,” she says, “they are very happy together!” She and Helgason exchange high-fives.

It’s hard not to fall in love with Ostwald and Helgason—the charming duo behind breakout fashion label Ostwald Helgason. For one thing, high-fives and happy talk are de rigueur when they’re around, as are discussions about balloon animals (the inspiration behind their spring collection) and Little Shop of Horrors (a previous jumping-off point). If there were such a thing as a fashion prom, they’d be a shoe-in for Cutest Couple (sorry, Kimye).

Photography by Carlo Mendoza

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