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Shoes that Take You Places

Product Design

Shoes that Take You Places

 Our Spring/Summer '16 collection isn’t simply about boarding planes to far away destinations; it’s about the confidence to board the daily flights of life.
6-minute read
Dissecting Our S/S '16 Collection

Product Design

Dissecting Our S/S '16 Collection

 Our co-founder, Justine, breaks down the four new styles and four new leathers you'll find in our latest footwear collection. Inspired by travel, built for comfort, designed to turn heads.
6-minute read
Boots For Wide Calves

Product Design

Boots For Wide Calves

 "I tried on 3 different pairs that wouldn’t zip up past my ankles to realize that maybe buying boots wasn’t going to be as straight forward as it should be." Vancouver-based blogger Alicia Winnett of Alicia Fashionista takes off to London, UK, and writes our Fit series post on finding...
2-minute read
Stylist's Notes: Breaking Down Poppy Barley's S/S '16 Campaign

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Stylist's Notes: Breaking Down Poppy Barley's S/S '16 Campaign

 Pack your bags: fashion stylist Jessica Clark breaks down the looks she created for our Spring/Summer 2016 shoot at the Edmonton International Airport.
9-minute read
Inside the Midnight Collection

Product Design

Inside the Midnight Collection

 One of the season's biggest trends--navy + black--takes form in our latest shoe collection. Long gone are the days when it was a fashion no-no to pair them. Go behind-the-scenes at our shoot with Jillian Schecher.
5-minute read
Borrowed From the Boys: How to Wear Brogues and Oxfords

Product Design

Borrowed From the Boys: How to Wear Brogues and Oxfords

 If you're stumped when it comes to styling oxfords, stylist Conni Jespersen will change your mind with these two easy-breezy looks. (Gird the tulle!)
2-minute read
Small Shoe Sizes for Men

Product Design

Small Shoe Sizes for Men

 “Have you tried the children’s shoe department?” Creative director Chris Hamill has heard this more than once. Read about his frustration with shopping for a men's shoe size 6.5. (FYI, we do 5-15!)
5-minute read
5 Steps To A Successful Closet Edit

Product Design

5 Steps To A Successful Closet Edit

 Lee Vosburgh of Style Bee breaks down 5 steps to leaning out your closet for the new year. Get your pens and printers ready, it includes a worksheet and labels!
10-minute read
Designing the Perfect Handbag

Product Design

Designing the Perfect Handbag

 Justine, co-founder and product development lead, and Monica, brand design manager, break down the thought and design that went into creating Poppy Barley's Perfect Handbag.
6-minute read
Choosing Poppy Barley for Comfort, Story + Style—Not Fit

Product Design

Choosing Poppy Barley for Comfort, Story + Style—Not Fit

 When it comes to shoe shopping, Aislin doesn't have problems finding shoes that fit, but she still chooses to shop at Poppy Barley. Why, you ask? We wondered the same thing.
5-minute read
The Luxury of Handcrafted Goods - 5 Makers to Add to Your Wishlist

Product Design

The Luxury of Handcrafted Goods - 5 Makers to Add to Your Wishlist

 “Luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it’s not luxury.” This statement (Coco Chanel) rings true for these five Canadian companies. This season, we're seeking comfort in thoughtfully made goods.
6-minute read
From Design to Launch: Gotham Grey, 2.5" Boots & Our First Wristlet

Product Design

From Design to Launch: Gotham Grey, 2.5" Boots & Our First Wristlet

 This is your peek into product development at Poppy Barley. Our co-founder, Justine, breaks down the new leathers and styles you can expect this October and November 2015.
5-minute read