On The Scene: Spring 2026 Event Recap
Motionball Gala 2026 Scene Notes The SignalA newer model of philanthropy shaped by belonging, participation, and shared cultural energy. The StakesInclusive sport framed as community infrastructure, not simply a charitable cause. Body Held in February at Liberty Grand, the Motionball Toronto Gala ma
A Beginner’s Guide to Buying Pre-Owned Luxury Watches
What began as a niche pursuit among vintage watch collectors and horology enthusiasts has grown into a thriving global market. Today, buying a second-hand luxury watch is easier and more accessible than ever. Online marketplaces, trusted resellers, and international auction houses have opened up wha
Why Circular Design Is Becoming Fashion’s Most Valuable Asset
Fashion is made to last—or so the marketing goes. Meticulously sourced materials, centuries-old techniques and expertly honed craft all add up to a promise of a timeless process. But even luxury products and materials end up on the scrap floor or collect dust on shelves, leading to excessive and e
India’s Creative Legacy Shapes Fashion Across Borders
To be on the vanguard of fashion means anticipating where the next significant look will emerge. The designer denim of the 1970s heralded the era of American fashion; the Paninaro subculture of the 1980s put Italian sportswear on the map; 1990s Cool Britannia thrust London front and centre. But as t
Well-Versed: How High Fashion Is Falling in Love With Literature
Notebooks in hand, pens poised to take notes, a Who’s Who of Chinese culture – including actors Li Gengxi, Zhao Jinmai and Liu Haocun – crane forward to hear more. The object of this glittering group’s undivided attention? A conversation about the legacy of French feminist writer Sim
Fashion House Tokyo James Finds New Order in Chaos
Tokyo James’s latest runway show at Milan Fashion Week was a picture of cross-cultural elegance. The label—founded in 2015 and named for its creative director, Iniye Tokyo James—embodies a cosmopolitan meeting of influences, and its new Spring/Summer collection, Chaos, transforms that union in
NorBlack NorWhite: Delhi’s Streetwear Powerhouse
Mriga Kapadiya and Amrit Kumar didn’t set out to build a global fashion brand. The creatives, who met through a mutual friend after university in Toronto, had previously admired each other’s work from afar: Kumar reworked vintage clothing at a boutique, while Kapadiya worked in photography and p
The Rise of Modest Fashion as a Cultural and Economic Force
Frequently characterized by long sleeves, high necklines and loose silhouettes, modest fashion has moved from niche to mainstream movement with hashtags like #modestfashion, racking up millions of views on social media platforms. Luxury brands like Max Mara and Dolce & Gabbana, and retailers lik
Why Hotel Merch Is The Ultimate Travel Flex
A new crop of thoughtfully designed hotel merchandise is easing the pain of leaving a five-star hotel, making it possible to keep the experience going long after check-out. Once an afterthought confined to generic mugs and kitschy keychains, hotel swag has evolved to encompass luxurious lifestyle pi
