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Iris van Herpen: Transforming Fashion
The work of Dutch designer Iris van Herpen officially comes to Toronto this month, with a new exhibition at the ROM in Toronto. Merging art, design and technology, the installation takes a close look at van Herpen’s collections from 2008 to 2015
and explores
contemporary concepts in fashion, such as 3D printing.
The design talent is well known for her collaborations with engineers, scientists and architects, including Canadian architect Philip Beesley. Beesley’s interactive exhibit Transforming Space will also be presented
at the museum. June 2-October 8, Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto
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WWD Fifty Years of Ralph Lauren
From preppy polo shirts to button
down blouses and linen shirtdresses, Ralph Lauren’s classic aesthetic
has become easily recognized over
the years since
the American designer started
his eponymous label in 1968. Penned by the team at fashion and retail authority WWD, WWD Fifty Years of Ralph Lauren follows the history
of the label, which started off with men’s
ties before becoming
an iconic brand of international renown. The book includes an introduction with WWD executive editor Bridget Foley, and features
a fascinating mix of photos and fashion writing. Rizzoli
THE STRAW TOTE
As the temperatures rise and we prepare for sunny days and lazy afternoons, there’s nothing quite like the perfect carryall. The balmy weather ensures that the straw tote is back en vogue;
this time around, though, bright colours are key. We’ve got our eyes on this Nordstrom Color
Pop Woven Tote, $66, which makes a playful statement with its bold pink raffia details and pom-poms. Use it to carry your swimwear and cover-up for a fun beach weekend with friends, or sneak in a picnic lunch and a new paperback for a quiet Sunday by the pool.
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PHOTOS, LEFT: JEAN BAPTISTE MONDINO AND IRIS VAN HERPEN, RIGHT: INSTARIMAGES