LG Fashion Week

Contagious Attitude
He’s best known for his cheeky role on America’s Next Top Model, but most recently he has turned the tables for his own chance to take on the catwalk. Jay Manuel debuted his premier collection as creative designer for Sears’ private label Attitude Jay Manuel. He had a dose of his own medicine, and it tasted nice. Attitude rocked the runways, showcasing versatile and tailored wardrobe basics with a hint of Manuel’s own attention-grabbing approach. www.sears.ca

Basch-fully Beautiful
Basch by Brandon showcased its signature femininity with draped jersey, plunging necklines, fitted mesh and sky-high slits on worry-free frocks. Models were fearless and seductive as they lip-synced to Rihanna and strutted down in sexy Canadian fashion. Enter neon green belts and fur stoles, and dressing-up has never been so easy. www.basch.ca.

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Hidden Gems
Micalla was the hidden gem of Fashion Week – literally. The Danish-born, Montreal-based designer uses some of the world’s rare natural gems and stones in her creations of wearable art. Designed with the sensibility of Scandinavian perspective in mind, this season’s collection boasted clean lines and multi-functionality. www.micalla.com

Freshly Squeezed
Joe Fresh rocked the runways with a splash that would give Tropicana a run for its money. This season, a swarm of colours flooded the catwalk, featuring neoprene toppers and witty knits. But it was a mod tangerine elliptical jacket, which opened the show, that meant it was no wonder Joe Mimran’s fast-fashion label will have a home on Fifth Avenue later this year. www.joefresh.com

Nostalgic Necessities
Big blue eyes and even bigger hair cascaded down the runway at the SHAN presentation. Giving a nod to the retro looks of the ’60s, this line features black and white polka-dotted, cleavage-enhancing bandeaus, floral tea cover-ups adorned with oversized floppy hats, and Jackie O-style sunglasses. www.shan.ca

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