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Poppy Barley Weekly 51

Poppy Barley Weekly 51

In-stock or made-to-order? Get our most popular sizes + styles fast for summer; come to our Toronto popup; find out everything else that's happening at PB!
2-minute read
Shoeology: The History of Broguing

Shoeology: The History of Broguing

Those little decorative perforations on shoes have their own special term: broguing. Learn why shoemakers began poking holes in shoes and more in the latest entry in our Shoeology series.
4-minute read
Poppy Barley Weekly 50

Poppy Barley Weekly 50

We're nominated for a social media award this wknd; Alberta made political history; it's our 50th Poppy Barley Weekly; here's a re-cap you shouldn't miss.
2-minute read
5 Minutes With: James Neufeld

5 Minutes With: James Neufeld

We chatted with local entrepreneur and founder of SAM (Social Asset Management) James Neufeld about social media's role in storytelling, must-visit travel destinations, and what superpower he wouldn't mind waking up with tomorrow.
4-minute read
Desk Tell-All: Erika, Retail Experience Coordinator

Desk Tell-All: Erika, Retail Experience Coordinator

She knows Tagalog, a little German & Spanish, and sarcasm (fluently). Find out more about Erika by inspecting the contents of her desk, plus why she went from intern to full-time employee.
4-minute read
Poppy Barley Weekly 49

Poppy Barley Weekly 49

We're popping up in Calgary, Toronto and Vancouver this month; our SPRING SALE ends tomorrow; our Edmonton showroom is open on Saturdays. We had a puppy play-date this week. Find out all that's happening at PB...
3-minute read
10 Podcasts You Should Be Listening To

10 Podcasts You Should Be Listening To

Finding good Podcasts is hard. So we did the work for you.
9-minute read
Poppy Barley Popup Poll: Vancouver

Poppy Barley Popup Poll: Vancouver

Poppy Barley is planning a visit to Vancouver at the end of May - and we need a popup location! So, we decided to do what we always do - ask you!
1-minute read
Shoeology: What We're Talking About When We Talk Lasts

Shoeology: What We're Talking About When We Talk Lasts

How a shoe both looks and fits is determined by its "last". Find out how these three-dimensional molds help—literally—to shape your footwear.
3-minute read
Poppy Barley Weekly 48

Poppy Barley Weekly 48

A new summer collection, a spring sale, a birthday, and a Fashion Revolution. Your Sunday read lies in Poppy Barley's weekly re-cap - written by Erika.
5-minute read
Desk Tell-All: Yvonne, Customer Experience Lead

Desk Tell-All: Yvonne, Customer Experience Lead

Is it ironic that our Customer Care Lead has a serious love affair with shoes? It's time to meet Yvonne, one big part the Poppy Barley team, by inspecting her desk.
3-minute read
In Her Shoes: Anna Liesemeyer

In Her Shoes: Anna Liesemeyer

Our Snakeskin collection was inspired by powerhouse women working in the business of fashion and design. Today, we're talking to the founder of In Honor of Design and The Brand Market. Spend a day in Anna's (Poppy Barley) shoes...
10-minute read