HEY LOVES! I wanted to do a quick post on some of the up-and-coming events that the Toronto fashion sphere has to offer! I’m planning on going to some of these as well, so it’d be awesome to meet you there! ENJOY X
1. TORONTO FASHION INDUSTRY “WHEN FASHION MEETS”
https://www.instagram.com/TorontoFashionIndustry/
WHEN: EVERY MONTH
WHERE: BUANOTTE RESTAURANT- 19 Mercer St, Toronto, ON M5V 1H2
Fashion networking is a crucial aspect of gaining insight into the Canadian fashion industry and for a while now I’ve been attending this one right here, run by an amazing group of individuals from the “Toronto Fashion Industry.” Anyone and everyone who comes out to these events are thrust into a world of friendly fashion-forward peoples, whom are willing to connect and aid those in need of more fashion experience.
Whether it be job-hunting, collaborating with Toronto content creators, this event will have everything you need to starting your journey into the fashion scene. It’s a free event and is perfect for anyone who is just starting or even anyone who is already in it and looking to help others further themselves. I’ve personally met some amazing people, and I encourage you all to come out and participate in these types of networking events. They are absolutely amazing!
2. TORONTO FASHION WEEK
https://torontofashionweek.to/
WHEN: FEBRUARY 5 – 7, 2018
WHERE: YORKVILLE VILLAGE- TORONTO, ONTARIO
Located in one of the most fashionable hubs in Toronto, this week has been one of the most important fashion events that many industry fashionistas and fellow Torontonians alike have looked forward to for a numerous amount of years. Upon the most recent changes that TFW has experienced (being dropped by IMG and reclaimed by a group of investors from the condo developer Peter Freed), this week has turned into a 3-day event that aims to showcase established local designers whom are truly changing the Canadian fashion atmosphere as we speak. This event also aims to incorporate international talent in order to gain “international attention” in the future.
3. FASHION ART TORONTO
https://fashionarttoronto.ca/
WHEN: APRIL 17-21, 2018 | FROM 5:30PM – 10:30PM
WHERE: DANIELS SPECTRUM 585 DUNDAS STREET EAST’
This 5-day event exhibits the world in which art and innovative fashion trends connect and engage. It includes creative presentations and art installations like sculptures, short films and stunning fashion photography which enable viewers to develop a sense of fashion-forward dialogue. There is no limit to pushing boundaries and increasing one’s awareness of the ongoing and upcoming effects of the fashion world at this event.
4. TORONTO MEN’S FASHION WEEK- Fall/Winter 2018
https://www.tomfw.com/
WHEN: MARCH 6-11, 2018 | SPRING/SUMMER 19′ COMING IN OCTOBER
WHERE: YORKVILLE VILLAGE- TORONTO, ONTARIO
This event showcases men’s fashion through elaborate fashion runways, and aims to highlight important Canadian designers in the ever-changing patterns of men’s fashion. This show also aims to aid children in need of medical care through the Kohl fund initiative, started by Jeff Rustia himself- the creator of TOM. Proceeds from both TOM and the Toronto Women’s Fashion Show are given to this cause in honour of Jeff’s late son.
5. TORONTO WOMEN’S FASHION WEEK- Fall/Winter 2018
https://www.tw-fw.com/
WHEN: MARCH 12-17, 2018 | SPRING/SUMMER 19′ COMING IN OCTOBER
WHERE: YORKVILLE VILLAGE- TORONTO, ONTARIO
From the successful “birth” of TOM, came Toronto Women’s Fashion Week, where important figures in the Canadian fashion women’s scene get together under one roof to feature their incredulous designs while making a lasting statement within the Canadian fashion realm.
6. STARTUP FASHION WEEK
https://startupfashionweek.com/
WHEN: MID-LATE OCTOBER
WHERE: TBA
Startup Fashion Week is a runway show that celebrates emerging Canadian entrepeneurs within the fashion industry, aims to help tech startups to connect with others and gain exposure through a week of various experiences including presentations and an amazing runway show.
7. INTERNATIONAL MUSLIM FASHION DESIGN FESTIVAL
https://www.facebook.com/IMFDF/
WHEN: TBA
WHERE: TBA
The importance of Muslim fashion in the Canadian atmosphere is a crucial aspect to this two-day festival. This runway showcases modest fashion amongst emerging trends that engages diversity and the culture of Islam, combined with an amazing group of local and international female-led businesses. It aims to spread awareness of modest fashion and supports this incredible and booming retail market through awareness and appreciation for the women behind these brands.
8. AFRICAN FASHION WEEK
http://www.afwt.ca/
WHEN: TBA
WHERE: TBA
The AFW has culminated international attention, highlighting crucial designers that contribute to the African Fashion Scene based in Canada. This runway show aims to shed light on the importance of African culture in fashion, while supporting and educating those in the fashion industry in order to contribute to global change. This and how it comes into play with sustaining fashion trends are the core aspects of African Fashion Week.
9. MASS EXODUS
http://www.massexodus.ca/
WHEN: APRIL 5 & 6 2018
WHERE: DANEL’S SPECTRUM 585 DUNDAS STREET EAST, TORONTO, ON M5A 2B7
Mass Exodus is a thriving community of Ryerson University students whom are immersed in the communication and design industry. This show has gained nation-wide attention in showcasing the culminating and final projects of the up-and-coming graduates that are ready and willing to make a change in the Canadian fashion sphere.
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