Photography by Barbora Simkova

Maria Flo and Cameron Wilson, snapped in Toronto

Style: Athletic Hangover Chic

On Maria: Fresh Made hat, Justin Bieber tank, Adidas jacket, leggings, Untitled & Co glasses and Nike shoes

On Cameron: Untitled & Co. sweat pants, Reebok shoes, Forever XX! jumper, John Wolfe hat, and Cazal glasses

Inspiration: “Our inspiration comes a lot from my clothing store, Untitled & Co,” says Cameron. “Yeah, when we feel down we just go into the store and raid the racks, try on a bunch of things and play dress up.”

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The new logo for Beaufille (formerly Chloe comme Parris). Image courtesy of Beaufille.

By Sarah Thompson

The name Chloe comme Parris is no more! Chloe and Parris Gordon – founders of the Toronto-based fashion line Chloe comme Parris – have changed the brand’s name to Beaufille. The new name marks a transition for the women’s wear and accessories line as it prepares for an international launch. Beaufille – meaning “handsome girl” – reflects the brand’s “sophisticated tough girl” look that is created through historical designs with a contemporary twist. With its worldwide appeal, Chloe and Parris believe that their brand no longer required their names attached, shifting the focus to the women who purchase their androgynous clothing and jewellery pieces. If you’re the type of girl who appreciates finely crafted outfits infused with French culture, intricate detailing and a touch of masculinity, be on the lookout for the revamped Beaufille line! [Beaufille]

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I loved the dark glamour of Pink Tartan’s Fall 2013 collection, all elbow-length gloves, sexy, saturated hues and abstract florals. Before the show, I chatted with designer Kim Newport-Mimran about her sultry vision for fall.

THE MUSE

“I always pick a muse for every collection, and for fall, my muse was Constance Langdon from American Horror Story mixed in with Marnie Edgar from Hitchcock days. The darkness is in the clothes, but it’s also underlying in the girl, the muse herself. ”

THE CLOTHES

“I’m still liking a longer skirt length. I love a waisted jacket—I haven’t really been blazer-y for awhile, you’ll see a lot of cape action happening. Those are the key silhouettes. I’m using real camel hair, metallics, a little bit of a PJ silhouette.  I really put an emphasis on fur this season. I love the sophistication of it—it’s a lot of glamorous than my rock star fur from previous seasons.”

SLIDESHOW: Check out our top 20 looks from the Pink Tartan runway!

MORE TORONTO FASHION WEEK

Monica Smiley’s amazing Toronto Fashion Week illustration

Toronto Fashion Week Fall 2013: 60 seconds with Dauphine, Canada’s next model sensation

The ShOws Fall 2013: At Tanya Taylor

The ShOws Fall 2013: At Comrags and Jean-Pierre Braganza

First, the buzz.  Tanya Taylor launched her eponymous line in 2011, and it’s already carried at Holt Renfrew. She’s been featured as “a designer to watch”  in InStyle, the New York Times and Lucky.

Last Thursday, Taylor showed her Fall 2013 line as part of The ShOws lineup in Toronto, and backed up all the hype with a lovely collection of beautifully cut coats and sophisticated pattern play. My favourite looks? The above dress and the below coat. A designer to watch, indeed.

We’re gearing up for Toronto Fashion Week. Photo by: ImaxTree.

With the fashion weeks of New York, London, Milan and Paris behind us, all eyes are on Toronto as the city preps for its most exciting fashion event of the year. When it comes to World MasterCard Fashion Week (a.k.a Toronto Fashion Week), ELLE Canada has got you covered from designer names to show locations and times.

Beginning with The shOws—an ultra-fashionable presentation of Canadian designers—and ending with World MasterCard Fashion Week’s iconic Canadian runway shows, we have your official guide to all things Toronto fashion. And stay tuned for daily coverage from the shows, as our editors blog about their favourite shows, looks and behind-the-scenes scoop!

The shOws

What: The shOws is an event orchestrated to highlight Canadian designers, hair experts, makeup artists and models to showcase the talents of the Canadian fashion industry.

Who: Comrags, Jean Pierre Braganaza, Tanya Tayloer, Steven Tai, Jeremy Laing.

Where: Andrew Richard Designs, 571 Adelaide St. E., M5A 1N8

Can you go? This event is invite only. But don’t worry, there are still many shows you can attend during Toronto Fashion Week!

Wednesday, March 13

6 p.m. Comrags

7 p.m. Jean Pierre Braganza

Thursday, March 14

6 p.m. Tanya Taylor

7 p.m. Steven Tai

8 p.m. Jeremy Laing

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Model Dani takes the runway at Rachel Sin.

Here are some things I liked on Day 4 of Toronto Fashion Week

Coral draping at Rachel Sin. The designer showed a clean, ladylike collection featuring peplums, tailored blazers and leggings with lace inserts, but it was this LCD that really caught my eye.

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The finale gown from Lucian Matis.

Here is my Instagram Diary from Day 3 of Toronto Fashion Week:

The finale gown at the Lucian Matis show was so cool—a massive, leather number with a deep v down the front and peplum detailing. I’m not sure how anyone would actually ever be able to wear it (could you sit down? Would it make you sweat?) but it was fun to look at nonetheless.

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Ladylike style at Pink Tartan Spring 2013. Photography by Jenna Marie Wakani.

We’re midway into official World MasterCard Fashion Week, so let’s take a minute to pause, catch our breath and catch up on all the amazingness that’s happened so far. Grab a latte and settle down with us. We also want to hear your highlights from the past week! Tweet us at @ellecanada.

OUR SPRING 2013 TORONTO FASHION COVERAGE

Our 10 favourite looks from Pink Tartan

Toronto Fashion Week blogger spotlight: Sharon Ng Hayes

Toronto Fashion Week blogger spotlight: Andrew Lovesey

Toronto Fashion Week: Holt Renfrew, Pink Tartan & Pavoni

Our 10 favourite looks from Sid Neigum

Our 10 favourite looks from Chloé Comme Parris

Our 10 favourite looks from Jeremy Laing

Toronto Fashion Week Spring 2013: Backstage beauty at Jeremy Laing

Toronto Fashion Week Spring 2013: Sid Neigum, Klaxon Howl & Cara Cheung

Toronto Fashion Week Spring 2013: Laura Siegel & Label

Toronto Fashion Week Spring 2013: Tanya Taylor, Jean-Pierre Braganza…and Narciso Rodriguez

 Toronto Fashion Week Spring 2013: Philip Sparks and Amanda Lew Kee

A look from the Ashtiani show at Toronto Fashion Week.

Here are some of my favourite things from Day 2 of Toronto Fashion Week:

1) The Ashtiani Spring/Summer 2013 collection was gorgeous—think clean lines, a feminine, ’60s inspired vibe, geometric shapes and pretty pastels.

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 Tara Gill in Tom Ford at the Holt Renfrew show.

Here are some of my favourite things from Day 1 of Fashion Week:

1) Gwyneth Paltrow’s Oscar dress by Tom Ford at the Holt Renfrew show. Do you think I could get away with wearing it as a wedding gown when I get married next June?

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