Erica Ngao (428 posts)

Designer Golnar Ahmadian’s Pieces Are Designed to Build Confidence and Make a Statement

"The important thing for me is that people feel confident when they wear a piece of mine."

by : Erica Ngao- Sep 18th, 2024

This Montreal-Based Brand is Changing the Swimwear Industry and How Women Perceive Themselves

One perfectly fitting swimsuit at a time.

by : Erica Ngao- Jun 12th, 2024

Toronto Designer Mani Jassal Is Bringing Her Eveningwear Brand to the Masses

Now, she’s ready to build a new brand all over again with 91, a ready-to-wear sister label.

by : Erica Ngao- May 15th, 2024

Deux Lions Is Putting Montreal-Made Luxury Jewellery on the Map

"At the end of the day, a really good product is something that does more than just live in the physical world—it becomes a part of you."

by : Erica Ngao- Mar 22nd, 2024

SteMargScot Is Bringing Colour—and Warmth—to Our Canadian Winters

With nods to heritage styles, the coats are meant to be heirlooms for generations to come

by : Erica Ngao- Dec 26th, 2023

Elisa C-Rossow Does Timeless Luxury Like No Other

The Montreal-based designer on how slow, thoughtful fashion is her way forward.

by : Erica Ngao- Oct 27th, 2023

This Canadian Brand Combines Fashion and Function

Sara Armstrong on how learning the fundamentals is still essential as fashion moves into the future.

by : Erica Ngao- Sep 27th, 2023

The Top Jewellery Trends for Fall-Winter 2023-2024, According to 5 Canadian Designers

All that glitters.

by : Erica Ngao- Aug 16th, 2023

Streetwear Brand Taikan Is Going Global

Prepare to see the Vancouver-born label everywhere.

by : Erica Ngao- Jun 29th, 2023

Canadian Fashion Brand Ahiri Is Breaking Barriers

Ahnaf Ali, Sheetu Latif and Michael Jafine are on a mission to bring a new option to the Canadian fashion scene.

by : Erica Ngao- May 8th, 2023

Mas Is the Canadian Accessory Brand You Need in Your Life

Designer Marie-Philippe Thibault’s handbags are classic pieces made to stand the test of time.

by : Erica Ngao- Mar 6th, 2023

Meet the Founder of Canadian Fashion Brand, MAR

Designer Maria Karimi’s contemporary pieces are an extension of her personality and unique style.

by : Erica Ngao- Nov 30th, 2022

Lisa Gozlan’s Jewellery Pieces Will Put a Smile on Your Face

This jewellery designer is all about mixing, matching and creating pieces that will put a smile on your face.

by : Erica Ngao- Oct 26th, 2022

Meet Rising Canadian-Born Designer, Paolina Russo

How the rising designer is transforming old memories and childhood relics into futuristic fashion.

by : Erica Ngao- Sep 28th, 2022

Meet Toronto-Based Jewellery Brand, Par Ici

Say hello to the duo who are making jewellery to boost your mood.

by : Erica Ngao- Sep 2nd, 2022

You Need to Check Out These Canadian Jewellery Brands

Here are three Canadian curators who are giving one-of-a-kind pieces a second life.

by : Erica Ngao- Jun 30th, 2022

Meet the Sister Duo Behind Canadian Shoe Brand, Maguire

They're bringing new energy to Canadian footwear.

by : Erica Ngao- May 18th, 2022

3.Paradis Is Taking High-Fashion Menswear to the Next Level

Emeric Tchatchoua’s high-fashion menswear brand is constantly and meaningfully evolving.

by : Erica Ngao- Feb 9th, 2022

Meet The Design Duo Behind Canadian Fashion Label Markoo

Tania Martins and Mona Koochek are the masterminds of Markoo's instinctually cool, effortless aesthetic.

by : Erica Ngao- Oct 14th, 2021

If There’s Anything Designer Alexandre Faulkner Knows Intimately, It’s the World of Fashion

With more than a decade of industry experience under his belt—including working for acclaimed Montreal-based designers like Marie Saint Pierre and Philippe Dubuc and doing sales for Acne Studios in Paris, followed by a stint at a modelling agency—it’s safe to say Alexandre Faulkner has seen it all. But his latest venture is entirely a making of his own.

by : Erica Ngao- Sep 3rd, 2021