Toronto’s LG Fashion Week

Photo 1: Klaxon Howl’s Queen Street West shop has managed to achieve commercial success while maintaining its Canadian roots with vintage and military menswear pieces. www.klaxonhowl.com

Photo 2: Inspired by New York City’s club culture, Sid Neigum shows a dark, avant-garde collection this SS12 season. www.sidneigum.com

Photo 3: Proving that home décor and haute couture go hand-in-hand, Korhani shows off a Canadian Made Innovation SS12 indoor rug in Rabbit print. www.korhani.com

Photo 4: Korhani continues to sweep us off our feet with its innovative rug runway fashion show. Model is wearing Korhani’s SS12 reversible outdoor patio rug in China Flower print. www.korhani.com

Photo 5: Pink Tartan’s slim-cut trouser will take you through the spring and summer season in style. While this rouge palate impresses, you can strut these staple pants in a variety of hues. www.pinktartan.com

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Q&A with Pink Tartan designer Kimberley Newport-Mimran

City Life: What is it about 1962 French Riviera that set the inspirational backdrop for your SS12 collection?
Kimberley Newport-Mimran: I love the fashion during this period – effortless chic. A-line shift dresses, lots of white and cream.

CL: You’ve said “sexy is what you don’t see.” Can you elaborate?
KNM: I design so there is something left to the imagination. My design philosophy is a woman should wear her clothes – they shouldn’t wear her.  Clothes should not be a distraction.

CL: It’s difficult for Canadian designers to break into their own market, let alone the high-end U.S. segment like you have – what has been the key to your success?
KNM: Perseverance.

CL: What is your favourite fabric to work with right now?
KNM: I love power stretch, an incredibly resilient knit, and silk wool is an amazing vehicle for colour saturation.