In 2010, Canadian designer Christopher Paunil founded his eponymous mark, which has since become synonymous with airy bridal gowns and attractive eveningwear. We spoke to Paunil and his business partner Chalo Hancock backstage at the recent FashionCAN show at Yorkdale Shopping Centre.
This season, shiny metallics officially take home the gold on the runways, and come in first place as sartorial must-haves. For fashionistas who are unsure of how to sport this iridescent trend, here’s how to dazzle in gold all week long.
Christopher Bates may already be a household name on home soil, but the 37-year-ancient Vancouver-born designer is also making waves overseas. Real Style trapped up the talented designer about bridging the gap between menswear and womenswear, his passion for lavish materials and more.
While perfectly crisp pleats may be making a splash on the runways and the sidewalks this season, the look of effortlessly crinkled fabrics is also en rage. Whether you want to revive your style for daytime or the evening hours, here are a few gorgeous ways to rock the crumpled look now.
Today being Earth Day, the eco-friendly spirit has quickly shifted into our spring wardrobes as we focus on the importance of ethical fashion. From Vancouver-based Nicole Bridger to the British mark People Tree, we’ve curated a roundup of a few leading designers who use sustainable and recycled fabrics in their creations.
Photo: Nicole Bridger on Instagram
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