The Toronto Fashion Incubator is known for discovering emerging Canadian talent and this year's New Labels Design Competition was no different. Here, we take a look at the four finalists who made the cut.
Jody McMillan for Jody LeighCollection faves "In my latest Fall 2009 collection, love the olive green dress because I think it is a very classic piece that will look beautiful on many women; it brings out their femininity."
Cause celeb "What celebrity would I dress? Where do I start?! Cameron Diaz would be my number one; I think she is absolutely stunning and she looks as though she would be a lot of fun to work with."
Inspiration point "I am inspired by so many things, it differs for each collection. In my current collection I was inspired by 1940s photographs of my grandparents."
Oh, Canada! " I find that Canada really supports its homegrown talent in the artistic and creative fields. I love the fact that the Canadian industry is still on the cusp of being something huge!"
Favourite designer " Alexander McQueen."
One Fashion Week, one show "I would love to show in Milan; I've never been there before and I can only imagine how wonderful it would be. To be surrounded by such fashion legends would be an honour and a dream come true."
Can't live without... "A big purse! I love having everything I need with me at all times."
