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Express your Inner Warrior with Malong

Couture Culture and Arts (CCA) honours the famous Filipino fabric Malong in this editorial while upholding its values to represent different cultures and artisans worldwide. The look channelled the strength and beauty of the Philippines. Malong, the skirt featured in the shoot, comes from the Southern Philippines, a part of the Meranaw tribes. A large piece of cloth, tubular in nature, and measuring at least 165cm x 165cm, it has initially been hand-woven by Filipino women using a back-strap loom, …

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LOCO ONE

Website: www.locoone.comEmail: loco.one@outlook.comInstagram |  Facebook LOCO ONE Urban Wear was founded in 2017 by Chris Barrera–as a result of a rebellious change in his personal life and futuristic fanaticism, sci-fi themes.At the age of 38, Barrera decides to finally go after his dream, using one of his favourite quotes, “BETTER LATE THAN NEVER,” in doing something you love.Motivated through his vision, relying on his easy learning skills and obsessive personality, he started to take some sewing classes, to make a …

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ClearLife

Website: clearlifeinc.comEmail: shop@clearlifeinc.comFacebook | Instagram  Story CLEARlife was born after years of world-class work of the two partners seeking to make a positive impact with a focal point on global transformation. As an acclaimed beauty editor and expert, Charlotte Carson brings a wealth of information and a desire to create a truly ethical, safe brand.Partner Kate Ievsiukova is an advertising art director and branding specialist who wanted to do more than reduce her energy usage and recycle her waste. Using her professional skills, she …

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entrepreneurship and women empowerment

IN Conversation Entrepreneurship and Women Empowerment Contributed by Ivy Scarlett   Ivy Scarlett is a seasoned freelance writer and contributor with an editorial focus on the fashion and hospitality industries and diversity and inclusion within the creative sphere. Eight years committed and still going, Ivy has contributed to several national and international publications, some of which include but are not limited to; The Fox Magazine (US), Glam Africa Magazine, Mith Magazine (US), West London Living, and Life Is Art Magazine …

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Jeff Cairns ageless style

The Age of Fashion is in itself ageless–it is contemporary, modern, classic, and for those of us who care enough–it is available.

Alex Bruni “The Cage”

THE CAGE Performed by the model and performance artist Alex Bruni, “The Cage” is allegory of the ageing and social stereotypes attributed to it. The performance rebels against age biases, replacing them with passion, strength and beauty. Alex starts dancing with a heavy burden of clothes that limits her body and imprisons her mind.As she persists, the layers fall apart, until she is free.   Starring Alex Bruni / Grey Model Agency / www.greymodelagency.com Photography Zuzu Valla / @zuzu.vallaHair Electric …

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The ’70s Fashion

The ’70s When there were no rules in Fashion   Flashback to a fashion that catches with colour, diversity, joy and lack of rules. CREATING controversy and experimenting, searching for expressive solutions and treating the outfit as a tool to express one’s personality are inspiring for this period–The ’70s    Photography Kamila Blaszkiewicz  Model Wiktoria | Rebel Models  MakeUp TMochocka Make up  Style Monika Grzegorczyk  Hair Katarzyna Kozłowska

Ageing is a Refinement​

Eleanor Roosevelt said that “Beautiful young people are accidents of nature,
but beautiful old people are works of art.” And indeed, FORWARD
perceived real beauty in a person as they grew older. And we celebrate the
thread which refines the society in this AGELESS Edition.

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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…
From the glittering glamour of high fashion to the intricate digital landscapes of art and the challenging terrains of entrepreneurship, @nikkicgal is a story of transformation, passion, purpose, and profound impact. We are excited to share her Journey from High Fashion to the Heart of Change! Link on our Bio 📎🖇 All Images Courtesy of…
“Body positivity isn’t a passing trend with us; it’s our bedrock!” says Sanya, the Founder of @sandybottomswimwear We bring you the bold journey of how the brand is crafting confidence with its signature styles – provocative cutouts, shimmering fabrics, and audacious designs! Read the full story! Link on the Bio. The feature is part of…
🎃✨AMA's LOOM: A Halloween Fashion Collection✨🎃 Dive deep into the heart of Bhutanese tradition with "Ama’s Loom special Halloween Collection ." This fashion editorial is more than just a collection; it’s a tribute to the rich heritage of textile weaving—an art form celebrated for centuries in Bhutan. 🇧🇹🧵 I've intertwined traditional Bhutanese weaving techniques with…
We bring an uplifting story of how @joshuagpasquale, a fashioner equipped with the powerful tools of our digital age, had crafted a space for himself in the esteemed corridors of global haute couture. All Images Courtesy of @joshuagpasquale Read the full story of Josh etching his legacy, turning every moment into a statement. Link on…
WHEN PASSION PAVES THE RUNWAY: A Decade of Startup Fashion Week Triumphs​! We are excited to return as a media partner of @startupfashionweek's Year 10 Celebratory event. While @toronto City’s skyline has been steadily transforming, one change that has remained beautifully consistent over the past decade is the vibrant pulse of SFW’s passionate drive to…