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Boots for Skinny Calves

Boots for Skinny Calves

"Boots for skinny calves, ballet flats for narrow feet. For as long as I can remember, finding well-fitting footwear has been problematic." Until now. Hear from one of our #PBAmbassadors, Lisa, on going custom.
3-minute read
Good Reads: Seven All-time Favourites

Good Reads: Seven All-time Favourites

It's Week Two of our "Good Reads" series, and we're revealing our all-time favourites--seven must-read books for 2014.
4-minute read
Meet Poppy Barley's Brand Ambassadors

Meet Poppy Barley's Brand Ambassadors

In November 2013, we began searching for brand ambassadors to celebrate Poppy Barley’s 1st Birthday. We received more than 50 applicants. Meet the final 12.
1-minute read
A Note From the Founders: Resolving to Live Better

A Note From the Founders: Resolving to Live Better

Rather than defining more tired resolutions because it's a new year, our co-founders have simply decided to live better, and not just in 2014. Here's how.
4-minute read
New Prices. New Currency. New Year.

New Prices. New Currency. New Year.

Welcome to 2014! To ring in the New Year, we made a change: all prices on PoppyBarley.com are now stated in US Dollars (USD). Here's why.
2-minute read
Good Reads: 7 Motivational Books to Add To Your Reading List

Good Reads: 7 Motivational Books to Add To Your Reading List

Inspired by our bookshop lookbook, we're sharing weekly reading lists, starting with 7 motivational books to help you keep those reading resolutions.
3-minute read
Plus Size Boots: Meet Killer Kurves

Plus Size Boots: Meet Killer Kurves

We were so excited when Karyn from plus size fashion blog Killer Kurves reached out to us about getting plus size boots. Especially because our "plus size boots" are actually just boots. Find out about her experience.
1-minute read
Year-End Poppy Barley Sample Sale

Year-End Poppy Barley Sample Sale

We've gathered stock over the last year from ongoing product development, photography and "I Didn't Quite Fit My First Owner" returns. Many pairs are in MINT condition, they just need to meet their match!
1-minute read
Meet the Team: Danielle, Customer Care Intern

Meet the Team: Danielle, Customer Care Intern

Swamped with new fall orders, we put a call out for a Customer Care intern. Curious how the winning interview went down? Find out what made Danielle a shoe-in, plus where she went bungee jumping at 18.
2-minute read
Fit Issue Friday: Embracing Your "Flaws" with Made to Measure Shoes

Fit Issue Friday: Embracing Your "Flaws" with Made to Measure Shoes

We've measured 500+ women for custom shoes. Here, Breanne talks embracing your perceived "flaws" (haven't shaved your legs in a while? It's winter!) and how we can solve your fit issues.
5-minute read
Classic Holiday Cocktail Recipes: We Asked a Mixologist

Classic Holiday Cocktail Recipes: We Asked a Mixologist

Inspired by our lookbook, Star Wonder, we share four holiday cocktail recipes from one of Edmonton's top mixologists, Chuck Elves of Three Boars Eatery.
3-minute read
Reflecting on the First Year in Business: Four Challenges and Four Successes

Reflecting on the First Year in Business: Four Challenges and Four Successes

Our first birthday: one complete year of changing how women buy footwear. Our co-founder, Kendall, highlights four big challenges and four successes.
6-minute read