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Urban Instincts: Julia Johnson, Founder and Creative Director of Le Centerpiece

Urban Instincts: Julia Johnson, Founder and Creative Director of Le Centerpiece

3-minute read

Julia Johnson Some people collect decor. Julia Johnson collects the feeling, whether it’s the tension of an odd colour pairing, spaces and style that feel...

Urban Instincts: Principal Designer and Nest Founder, Natalie Chong

Urban Instincts: Principal Designer and Nest Founder, Natalie Chong

3-minute read

Natalie Chong For Natalie Chong, style starts with the same instincts that guide her interiors: texture, warmth, and the mood a well-chosen detail can create....

Styled in the Annex

Styled in the Annex

4-minute read Inside fashion stylist Shira Hershkop’s take on the east–west bag and how to wear it now.
Canadian Brands I Love

Canadian Brands I Love

2-minute read

For years, I’ve been committed to buying Canadian when possible. Supporting a homegrown brand gives that entrepreneur the courage to keep dreaming, and every purchase...

Top Inspiring Business and Self Development Books Curated by Influential Women

Top Inspiring Business and Self Development Books Curated by Influential Women

3-minute read

In the world of business and finance, knowledge is power, and inspiration is a catalyst for growth. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned...

Jet Set Go: Travel Essentials to Add to Your Packing List

Jet Set Go: Travel Essentials to Add to Your Packing List

3-minute read

The three pillars of travel essentials: a convenient and safe place for your belongings, comfort and ease (from navigating the airport to exploring your destination),...

How to Style Mary Jane Flats (and Pull Off the Balletcore Trend)

How to Style Mary Jane Flats (and Pull Off the Balletcore Trend)

2-minute read

Mary Jane flats have taken the fashion world by storm in recent years, winning over women everywhere with their timeless design and unbeatable comfort. 2023...

How to Style Wooden Clogs

How to Style Wooden Clogs

3-minute read

So you purchased a pair of wooden clogs, and now you're not sure how to incorporate them into your closet. Don't worry we're here to...

10 Best Sustainable Brands in Vancouver

10 Best Sustainable Brands in Vancouver

2-minute read At Poppy Barley, we’re excitedly planning and prepping to open our first Vancouver store. Joining an incredible community of like-minded businesses on the west coast...
Building A Sustainable Business: Podcast Round-Up

Building A Sustainable Business: Podcast Round-Up

2-minute read

The Poppy Barley team is sustainability-obsessed. So, it's no surprise that we love chatting about it with other people. Take a listen below as Poppy...

Small Business Saturday: Co-Founder Kendall’s Favourites

Small Business Saturday: Co-Founder Kendall’s Favourites

2-minute read

It’s Small Business Saturday—an annual day where consumers are encouraged to shop at small businesses. It matters because Small Businesses make our communities vibrant, and...

Small Businesses to Support this Holiday

4-minute read

At Poppy Barley, one of our brand values is inspiring connections – and we are always working to connect with our community and the incredible...