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What does “ethical fashion” even mean?
by Maija Chelsea Now that Shein bought Everlane The news broke last week and the millennial internet did what it always does: it grieved publicly, in comment sections, in group chats full of people who own at least one Everlane cashmere crewneck they paid too much for and justified entirely. Shein, the ultrafast-fashion giant behind… Continue reading What does “ethical fashion” even mean?
These Are the Canadian Brands I Tell Everyone About: Fashion, Jewellery & Lifestyle Picks
by Maija Chelsea A running list of Canadian brands I cannot stop recommending I’ve been keeping a running list in my head for a while now, and I think it’s finally time to put it somewhere. Some of these I’ve been buying from for years, the kind of thing I reorder without a second thought… Continue reading These Are the Canadian Brands I Tell Everyone About: Fashion, Jewellery & Lifestyle Picks
Timeless Craftsmanship: The art and impact of Jenny Greco
by Maija Chelsea Architecture is just art we live in. –Frank Lloyd Wright This is a quote that perfectly encapsulates Jenny Greco’s jewelry. Known for her unique statement pieces, Greco usesbold, modern, and contemporary designs that express philosophies of integrity, authenticity, and dedication. Her pieces serve as physical manifestations of the wearer’s distinct personality and… Continue reading Timeless Craftsmanship: The art and impact of Jenny Greco
James Cornish: Painting Porsche With Light and Passion
by Brent Robillard; photography by James Cornish Check out the Omega Speedmaster Reverse Panda Moonwwatch Advertisement “There was something as a kid in the ’80s, watching my father load his old Pentax ME with fresh film—it was thecoolest thing,” he recalls. “The solid snap of the film door, the feel of pulling the winder—it never… Continue reading James Cornish: Painting Porsche With Light and Passion
Malta: A Room with a View
by Caroline Bergeron It’s the Rolex that my husband noticed first, on the arm of a young 20-something man, sitting at a table perched at the top of a cobbled stairway on Triq San Gwan, in Valletta. A “Pepsi bezel” GMT-Master II, to be exact. Of course, I didn’t know that at the time, but… Continue reading Malta: A Room with a View
7 Essentials: Banff and Jasper
When you are in Banff and Jasper, you will be immediately struck with the impression that it could take a lifetime to take it all in—and you would be right. My wife and I spent seven days there in July, and we were simply overwhelmed by the possibilities. If you wish to maximize your experience,…
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Little Land of Giants: 7-Day Ring Road Trip in Iceland
Roughly the size of Newfoundland, and with just over half its inhabitants, Iceland is Europe’s most sparsely populated nation. This makes it a nature lover’s dream of lava fields, glacial mountains, tumultuous rivers, slumbering volcanoes, and thunderous waterfalls. Deluxe adventures in a tiny package. And while the interior highlands of this far-flung island remain inhospitable…
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12-Day Road Trip in Ireland
Driving in Ireland is not for the faint of heart, but it does bring its own special rewards. Manipulating a stick shift with your left hand as you enter a roundabout on the opposite side of the road is actually the easy part. The harrowing portion comes as you hurtle down Ireland’s L roads, hemmed…
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The Ultimate One Day Paddle Route in Frontenac Park: The Fearless Five Lake Loop
If you find yourself in Eastern Ontario and want something a little different—and potentially a little quieter—look no further than Frontenac Provincial Park. With more than 5000 hectares of land, 120km of looped hiking trails, and 28 navigable lakes, Frontenac offers an experience for back country enthusiasts of all levels.
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The Great Range Traverse
The Adirondack forest at night is silent, dark, and a little foreboding. So, fifteen minutes into my journey, when my headlamp picked up the flash of two feral eyes, the only sound I could hear was the rasp of my own ragged breathing and the hammering of my heart in my head. My mind went…
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The Path is Made by Walking: Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
We were picked up outside our bed & breakfast by a small transport van long before first light. As we wound our way up and out of Cusco and into the Andes and then down into the Sacred Valley, we slipped into an inky darkness that seemed glued to our windows. We shared the two-hour…
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