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New(ish) Dads of Poppy Barley

New(ish) Dads of Poppy Barley

There is no guidebook for becoming a dad. Even the most seasoned and competent planner is going to have a host of curveballs thrown his way in the first few years.
3-minute read
What Fashion Revolution Week Means to the People Helping to Shape It

What Fashion Revolution Week Means to the People Helping to Shape It

Meet four like-minded companies, brands, and individuals who are working hard to create a more equitable and green fashion industry.
13-minute read
Everyday Luxury With Fine Artist Giselle Denis

Everyday Luxury With Fine Artist Giselle Denis

Providing the near-hypnotic paintings for our Spring 2018 campaign—and Flagship—performance painter Giselle Denis tells us the meaning of "everyday luxury".
10-minute read
In Her Shoes: Brittni Jessie, Leon Bridges

In Her Shoes: Brittni Jessie, Leon Bridges

Last August, we met Brittni Jessie while she was headlining with Leon Bridges at EFMF. Here, she talks travel, music, and why—when it comes to great style—less is more: "You don’t need a lot of instruments to make a great song."
7-minute read
Fashion in the Middle East: Traveling (Far) For Work

Fashion in the Middle East: Traveling (Far) For Work

Photographer Tina Chang travels from Edmonton to Abu Dhabi in pursuit of fashion. She returns with a big portfolio, and an even bigger perspective on life.
11-minute read
In His Shoes: Daniel Braun @TresCarnales

In His Shoes: Daniel Braun @TresCarnales

From the co-owner of Tres Carnales and Rostizados, find out Daniel Braun's approach to dining, what life is really like in the Shoe Capital of the World, and the Mexican cure to a hangover.
16-minute read
In Her Shoes: Erica Wark @EricaOnFashion

In Her Shoes: Erica Wark @EricaOnFashion

When someone yells at us on the street and fires us a hand symbol, it's not always awesome. For Erica Wark, awesome is the only way to describe it. Meet The Social CTV's resident stylist and find out what Poppy Barley shoe she loves.
8-minute read
In His Shoes: Ryan Oland

In His Shoes: Ryan Oland

We steal time from an Emergency Doctor with very little time to find out what it's like working 80-hr weeks, and how he decompresses from it all. Take a walk in Ryan Oland's shoes.
9-minute read
What It's Like to Work As a Stylist in Canada

What It's Like to Work As a Stylist in Canada

Toronto-based personal + celebrity stylist Talia Brown real-talks about breaking into the Canadian fashion industry. Plus: Why she chose the Heeled Mule from Poppy Barley's SS16 Collection.
12-minute read
In Her Shoes: Shay Merritt

In Her Shoes: Shay Merritt

"I transform myself into her and her mind on a daily basis!" Shay Merritt gives the inside scoop on what it's like to create content for TV/online personality and interior designer, Jillian Harris.
9-minute read
In His Shoes: Paul Webster

In His Shoes: Paul Webster

Paul Webster, a curling coach and 2018 Olympic Canadian Team Leader, shares how he turned his love for curling and teaching into a full-time career. Plus: what he's most proud of.
8-minute read
In His Shoes: Adam Rozenhart

In His Shoes: Adam Rozenhart

Whether he's YouTubing or crafting the next big ad campaign, Adam Rozenhart is an ideas man you need to know; simply follow #YEG. Or, read this Q&A to find out why the heck he'd like to be Donald Trump for a day.
7-minute read