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Canada’s FIRST Bee Venom Facial

Canada’s FIRST Bee Venom Facial Gianna Ugolini’s Visionary Approach to Beauty All Images Courtesy of Gianna Ugolini Gianna Ugolini The beauty industry continues to evolve, driven by trends, innovation and consumer preferences. Every new trend seems to promise a revolution but remains as fleeting as the change of seasons. However, there’s a gentle innovation unfolding in the heart of Canada’s skincare scene, which is far from a transient trend. A refreshingly grounded yet innovative approach to skincare with the deft …

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UNFORGIVABLE-valentine fashion

UNFORGIVABLE a tale of beauty and despair Valentine Special by Gogwa Namakajo Beneath the veneer of the avant-garde lies a stark narrative, “UNFORGIVABLE,” a pictorial that delves into the harrowing saga of women caught in the maelstrom of conflict. This collection is an immersive odyssey that traverses the spectrum of human cruelty and the relentless pursuit of liberation.The colour red reigns throughout “UNFORGIVABLE,” not merely as a hue but as a visceral symbol of the violence endured. It is the …

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MFW Digital Couture Summit

Digital Couture Summit Connects Luxury Houses with Digital Couture at Milan Fashion Week FW’24-25 Nikki Cikaluk, Daria Shapovalova, David Cash and Leila Ismailova | Photo by Vasyl Kalynchuk As Milan prepares to don its most fashionable attire for the Fashion Week FW/24-25, a groundbreaking event is set to transform the city’s stylish landscape. The Digital Couture Summit is set to redefine fashion boundaries as they bring together innovation, sustainability, and digital revolution in fashion.FORWARD Fashion Toronto has proudly joined as …

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The Vacay Shirt

The Vacay Shirt: A Tapestry of Style and Substance Photography by George Pimentel. Courtesy of Whitney Linen In fashion’s ever-evolving landscape, where trends are as fleeting as the seasons, few remarkable creations best the ordinary, embedding themselves into our cultural fabric. The “Vacay Shirt” has such clarity and vision that it demands attention. Conceived by Whitney Westwood and brought to fruition with the stylistic insights of Kim Appelt, this multifunctional garment is proof of the power of collaborative genius. “Linen …

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Through the Lens of Innovation

Through the Lens of Innovation: Blending the Natural World with AI Artistry viter Jose Aragon stands at the intersection of nature and technology, a seasoned fashion photographer turned digital AI artist. His journey in visual storytelling, now featured in FORWARD, showcases a unique fusion of the natural world’s intricacies with the limitless possibilities of artificial intelligence. Jose Aragon “The integration of AI into my work is a new frontier for my artistic expression,” Aragon’s passion for photography was kindled in …

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Mattias Jones: The Design Visionary Bridging Silhouettes with Bytes

Mattias Jones: The Design Visionary Bridging Silhouettes with Bytes A Leap from Logic to Luxury London’s rigorous academic pursuits led Mattias straight into Stockholm’s corporate cauldron. But somewhere between ledgers and logos, the heart yearned for something more; Mattias took a bold step into the design. “There was a certain evening, pencil in hand, tracing a simple sketch for a client when it dawned on me – I was crafting not just designs, but my future,” he reminisces. Seated amidst …

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Flowing Towards a Sustainable Future

Flowing Towards a Sustainable Future Eva Molina “Artificial intelligence is an extraordinary tool to express my vision; the possibilities are endless for me to express my creativity by producing images with personality, visual beauty, and exceptional taste. I look forward to exploring and making the most of the platform, revelling in the infinite possibilities that artificial intelligence is opening up for us.” Eva Molina From the vibrant heartbeats of Madrid, the city that shaped her, to the echoing cobblestone tales …

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LAVA LOVE

LAVA LOVE Spirit Novel, from Los Angeles, is one of FORWARD’s Cover Challenge winners. Let’s get acquainted with her by listening to her start in Fashion—“I have always had a passion for fashion, but after moving to Los Angeles in my 20s to go to fashion school, I realized I hated sewing. Despised it.” says Spirit. Yet, in life’s poetic way, another passion emerged from the ashes — the limitless universe of digital design. A decade spent mastering the meticulous …

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Blossoming Threads

Blossoming Threads: A glimpse of AI’s flourishing fashion future Design By Alexandra Serban Inspiration: “The idea of a brighter future where fashion blooms with the assistance of AI.It signifies the emergence and growth of something beautiful, just as flowers bloom and flourish from the threads of their petals, the vibrant and creative future of fashion being woven together through the collaboration of AI and human imagination.” Alexandra Serban

Galactic glam

Galactic glam: AI’s journey into future fashion By AI Fashion Creator Alexandra Serban “It embodies the forward-facing spirit of AI’s influence on fashion, encapsulating an edgy and sophisticated future while embracing the unknown with style. The vibrant red ensemble and the avant-garde hat symbolize the bold, boundary-pushing nature of fashion’s future. Just as the cosmos remains an uncharted frontier, this design alludes to AI’s unexplored possibilities in the fashion landscape. The minimalistic background signifies the clean, streamlined integration of technology …

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✨ Startup Fashion Week Takes Centre Stage in Toronto! ✨ What an unforgettable week celebrating Canada's emerging fashion talents at the 11th annual Startup Fashion Week! 🇨🇦👗 From a life-sized elephant making a grand entrance down the runway 🐘 to stunning collections by a diverse group of rising Canadian brands, the "Balancing Act" theme truly…
Terri-Lynne Rade, founder of @hareandroseproducts, discusses "The Emotional Journey of Building her sustainable brand." As Hare & Rose prepares for its anticipated runway debut at @startupfashionweek in Toronto this October, Rade shares the reality of building a brand in an industry where passion is just the starting point—and where understanding key elements of the business…
✨ From nuclear physics to the fashion runway! ✨ We're thrilled to announce that @kolyetjn, the innovative Winnipeg-based brand, is making its Toronto debut at this year's Startup Fashion Week! 🎉 Founded by the visionary Tijen Roshko——a nuclear physicist turned designer—Kolye TJN is redefining accessory fashion. Their gender-neutral pieces blend art and function, crafted from…
We are thrilled to announce that @forwardfashiontoronto is the official media sponsor of @startupfashionweek 2024, returning October 21-25 in Toronto for year 11! As a leading voice in fashion journalism, we're excited to bring you exclusive access to the runway shows, behind-the-scenes moments, and in-depth interviews with the industry's most influential designers. Join us as…
Our Timeless Transitions—Exploring Fashion's Historical Legacy and Contemporary Innovations through AI Artistry" is now available. Timeless Transitions brings you 270 pages of diverse voices coming together, from seasoned fashion experts to pioneering AI artists, each offering a unique perspective on Fashion's evolution. Tracing Fashion's journey and reimagining classic designs through contemporary technology, our imaginative creators'…
FROM BARN TO BOUTIQUE: Equestrian Style by @oakbarkandchrome Horse enthusiasts with a flair for fashion merge their passion for equestrian life with cutting-edge design. The founders @athens.leone and Roxanne Rabalais @roxxxy share with FORWARD how their equestrian lifestyle influences their brand, which is created to share the value of a life lived in the saddle…
Waves of Elegance: The Lauren Bentley Swimwear Experience Dive into the essence of luxury with #laurenbentleyswimwear. Where timeless elegance meets modern sophistication, each piece tells a story of meticulous craftsmanship, sustainable luxury, and a journey of passion. Experience the allure of swimwear designed for the discerning, where every detail speaks of quality and timeless beauty.…
INNOVATION MEETS TRADITION: Highlights from the Digital Couture Summit MFW FW’24-25 FORWARD Fashion Toronto is excited to spotlight the success of the Digital Couture Summit, which returned for the second year and was led by fashion luminary Nikita Cikaluk and sustainable design pioneer Olska Green. In a world where physical and digital realms increasingly merge,…
🌟 Empowerment in Motion 🌟 Happy International Women's Day! FORWARDAI brings "Empowerment in Motion—" A dynamic series that goes beyond traditional boundaries, capturing the essence of movement and liberation through avant-garde fashion. It's a movement, a bold statement on the fluidity of empowerment and the breaking of traditional gender norms. Each action-packed shot tells a…
CANADA'S FIRST BEE VENOM FACIAL— Gianna Ugolini's @gianna_gcandco Visionary Approach to Beauty brings Canada's first BEE VENOM FACIAL "The rarity of the ingredients of the Bee Venom Facial, with only 600 jars produced annually, makes this treatment as exclusive as effective." Read the whole story to be on the coveted list! Link on our Bio.…
DIGITAL COUTURE SUMMIT to Connect Luxury Houses with Digital Couture at Milan Fashion Week FW’24/25. We are excited to share that we have proudly joined as a leading media partner for the much-anticipated Digital Couture Summit—organized by Olska Green @ecoolska_official and Nikita Cikaluk @cikaluk_n The invite-only event scheduled for February 21st, 2024, at the trendy…
“What is that one essential travel piece?” look no further than — THE VACAY SHIRT! Conceived by Whitney Westwood @whitney_linen and brought to fruition with the stylistic insights of Kim Appelt @stylebykimxo, this multifunctional garment is an absolute essential! Read the full story to discover how the duo created the ultimate travel piece that transitions…