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Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 44

 This week, we reveal the secret to the Edmonton Oilers' recent success, share several MAJOR events happening this April, and provide an important product update (time to get your Ruby Red leather!).
3-minute read

Behind the Business

PB Hangout: brand[ED] Edmonton

 We’re hosting brand[ED], a one day workshop for entrepreneurs and small business owners to create a business plan, define your brand, master social media tools and practice photo styling.
1-minute read

Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 43

 So much happening this week: our showroom is OPEN tomorrow from 11am to 4pm; we've got a popup in Calgary next Friday; plus, our BIGGEST collaboration yet.
2-minute read

Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 42

 Spring is here! Wander into our showroom at the #OldStrath Shop Hop on Thursday, and read this trick to keep your leather shoes looking fine as the snow melts away.
2-minute read

Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 41

 New collection launches, VanMag, a YEGGIE, and Daylight Saving Time. Here's what's happening at Poppy Barley this week.
3-minute read
In Her Shoes: Alyssa Lau

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In Her Shoes: Alyssa Lau

 Our new collection is inspired by powerhouse women in the business of fashion and design. Meet one such woman, and the creative behind our latest shoot.
8-minute read
Poppy Barley Weekly 40

Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 40

 Today's update is written en route to a half-marathon in Phoenix, 10,000 feet in the sky; hear from PB co-founder, Kendall, about our new showroom, Winter Sale, and what's happening in March.
4-minute read

Behind the Business

Poppy Barley x Bust a Move Edmonton: Win custom flats!

 We've chosen Bust a Move Edmonton as one of our charities this year! If you're taking part in the 6-hour exercise extravaganza in support of breast cancer research (or would like to!), you can also ENTER TO WIN one of three pairs of Poppy Barley flats!
1-minute read
Poppy Barley Weekly 39

Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 39

 Our Customer Care Associate, Erika, writes her first post for Poppy Barley. The news this week: we selected a date for our first Open House; we're giving away 3 pairs of flats with Bust a Move; and we've got photos of our new Snakeskin collection! Find out the release date...
3-minute read
Poppy Barley Weekly 38

Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 38

 New Grey leather men's shoes, loads of local press coverage, Valentine's Day and "boob" cake pops. It's been a jam-packed week. Find out more.
2-minute read
Poppy Barley Weekly 37

Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 37

 It's been a pivotal week for us: we moved into a new office and showroom! Find out where, what exciting new products we've launched (leather care!) and which restaurants in Old Strathcona are our new favourites
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Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 36

 As we get ready to move to our new office space and showroom on Whyte Ave. on Monday, our co-founder, Justine, looks back at the last two-and-a-half years we've spent at Startup Edmonton. We are excited, we are proud, we are sad and somewhat nostalgic. And we still need to...
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