FASHION Magazine
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Montreal shop notes: 5 minutes with Rachel Fortin
Photography: Fortin by Jane Heller; bag by Carlo Mendoza (styling by Breanna Gow for judyinc.com). Rachel Fortin is the creator of earth-friendly accessories line Rachel.F. (514-544-6518, rachelf.ca). This Montrealer (who cut her design teeth at Mackage) is fast becoming the eco–It girl for one-of-a-kind purses, statement hats and eclectic jewellery—all crafted from recycled furs.
How would you describe your line?
“Timeless. Comfortable. Ethical.” -
Video: The highlights from Montreal fashion week fall 2011
Montreal fashion week is strutting an eager new February time slot (sayonara March!) that puts the city’s Semaine de la mode literally at the forefront of fashion ⎯ starting the 2011 fashion cycle ahead of New York. From a packed schedule of shows, presentations and parties, I’ve distilled my top moments. Here are the highlights.