FASHION Magazine
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FASHION plates: Montreal summer essentials
First we shared our favourite picks for the ultimate summer in Toronto. Next, we crossed the country with our western editor, Joy Pecknold’s top picks for how (and in what!) to spend the summer months in Vancouver. Next up, we give you the best bets for a magical summer in Montreal. From checking out top musical acts at Osheaga to donning a pair of mega-angular shades from homegrown talent Rad Hourani, Montreal editor Patricia Gajo has got you covered.
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Montreal shop notes: 3 new addresses
Despite being a Canadian fashion veteran, Montreal designer Simon Chang (800-465-9203, simonchang.com) only began opening his own boutiques within the past couple of years. Locals can now head uptown to Centre Rockland (2305 Rockland Rd., 514-342-2872, centrerockland.com) to check out his ruffled and embellished pieces.
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Montreal shop notes: Old gold
Opening in June, the new outpost of hipster haven Heritage by Old Gold Boutique (4357 St-Laurent Blvd., 514-509-1675, oldgoldboutique.com) is a treasure trove of sassy dresses, borrowed-from-the-boys oxfords and bold baubles. These cheeky rings (from $48) make me smile from ear to ear.
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Montreal shop notes: 5 minutes with Renata Morales
The unique style of designer Renata Morales has earned her props from art-loving fashion circles, including Grammy-winning Canadian band Arcade Fire. Here, she shares her favourite shops and the story behind Denis Gagnon’s infamous eyewear.
You’ve moved from prêt-à-porter to designing exclusively for private clients?
“That’s what I enjoy doing. It’s more elaborate stuff, where all the work is really ornate. I’ve also done costumes for [Oscar-nominated film director] Denis Villeneuve’s short, Next Floor.”How cool is it working with Arcade Fire?
“I work with them because we’re friends. It’s not costume-oriented, except those Tron suits they wore on SNL.” -
NXNE primer: The 5 most stylish bands hitting Toronto this week
Toronto’s North by Northeast music and film festival lineup can seem unappealing versus its buzzier Austin-based cousin, South by Southwest, but the indie music fest gets bigger, louder, and more fashionable each year. Take style cues from these five ultra-styling must-see bands:
Dum Dum Girls
Though they play rah-rah garage rock, Dum Dum Girls are less dusty, girls-next-door, more enviably editorialized—expect red lips and lots of black.
Lee’s Palace, June 17, 11 P.M. -
Montreal shop notes: Eighties revival
French eyewear company Vuarnet (vuarnet.com) is making a comeback. This summer’s revival collection is a blast from the past, with nine old-school styles (from $185). I’ve got my eye on their new metallic frames from Japan (from $240)—perfect for making a statement, regardless of your destination. Available at La Maison Ogilvy (1307 Ste-Catherine St. W., 514-842-7711, ogilvycanada.com).
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Gaultier-mania: Holt Renfrew welcomes fashion’s legendary bad boy to Montreal
Hold on to your haute couture — Jean Paul Gaultier is coming to Holt Renfrew! Just in time for his retrospective exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts (opening Friday, June 17), H.R.’s Montreal location (1300 Sherbrooke St. W, 514-842-5111, holtrenfrew.com) will play host to the designer on Saturday, June 11, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Ones to watch: Ovate’s mythological, minimalist mix
Following the establishment of her eponymous signature line, Montreal-based designer Audrey Cantwell has moved on to a new project: a label called Ovate. A graduate of Lasalle College, the designer began manufacturing pieces under her own name during her last year at the school. Cantwell, now 22 years old, started working on Ovate just less than a year ago, constructing each piece in her studio with natural materials such as silk, wool and leather—the majority of which are sourced locally.
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Montreal shop notes: Game on!
Just in time to hit the courts, Lacoste (1011 Ste-Catherine St. W., 800-798-1212, lacoste.ca) will open a new concept boutique in July on Montreal’s main drag. The slick two-level emporium joins sister concept shops in Paris, Berlin and New York. Look for the brand’s trendy new line L!VE for women, which debuts this fall. Game on!
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Montreal shop notes: The ’hood
There’s nothing like a walk along Sainte-Catherine Street West to recharge your retail batteries. And recently there have been many more reasons to shop downtown.
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Montreal shop notes: Sailor style
Maybe it’s because the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (mmfa.qc.ca) is presenting an exhibit on Jean Paul Gaultier next month, but lately I’ve been gravitating toward all things mariner.
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Montreal shop notes: Statement necklace
Sometimes the best things in life are, well, almost free. Take this stunning statement necklace from Winners (winners.ca).
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