Posts by Fashion

Clothes on the cheap

By Helen Pike, Opinions Contributor • January 25, 2013

In a capitalist system “our money becomes our vote”. (Helen Pike photo)

A tour through my closet would reveal some questionable taste in clothing, an addiction to muted tones and— best of all— a large collection …

The lion hunter makes purses

By Joy Blenman, News Contributor • January 18, 2013

Mo Handahu with her clutches. (Joy Blenman photo)

Musemo (Mo) Handahu was flipping through a fabric catalogue when she heard a voice.
“It literally said, ‘Make a purse,’” says Handahu, the designer of …

Top 8 spring trends

By Rose Behar, Fashion Columnist • March 2, 2012

Top 8 spring trends

1950s Domestic – Pastel, prim, high-necklines, shifts:
SM: This is feminine and beautiful, a reminder that we can be both sexy and covered up. It’s …

New designer and entrepreneur seeks delicate balance of art and enterprise

By Michaela Cavanagh, Arts Contributor • March 2, 2012

Johnny Martin

On a rainy Thursday evening in January, Johnny Martin and a few of his friends gather around a table at the Seahorse Tavern, sharing …

Awards season special: red carpet style

By Rose Behar, Fashion Columnist • February 17, 2012

Awards season special: red carpet style

Why is it that when Emma Stone rocks a low-cut scarlet gown at the Globes, it fits perfectly, and she can appear effortless rather …

Fashion profile: Nothing is sweeter than Sweet Pea!

By Rose Behar, Fashion Columnist • January 27, 2012

Sweet Pea by Alice Hebb

Though not yet five years old, Sweet Pea Boutique has already become a staple store for Halifax shopping. It’s the place to go for …

Unearthing the secrets of seasonal colouring

By Rose Behar, Fashion Columnist • January 23, 2012

Spring... almost here! Photo by Dean Ward (promanex on flickr). Used under Creative Commons license.

Most people have heard something along the lines of, “I’m a winter skin tone!” before. It may have been said as a joke, or …

Fashion lends a helping hand

By Rose Behar, Fashion Columnist • November 25, 2011

Indian pigments

For Andrea Landriault, the fashion show held by Dal’s International Development faculty last weekend was long overdue.
“It’s been in planning for about four years …

This year’s winter fashion essentials

By Rose Behar, Fashion Columnist • November 18, 2011

This year’s winter fashion essentials

A look at every fashionista’s Christmas wish list 
Though the weather may not be a clear indication that Christmas is coming, it is that time …

Fashion Without Borders goes global

By Kendra Hoskin, News Contributor • November 11, 2011

Bringing cultures together. Photo by Kelsey Merritt

Dal brings six continents together through fashion
The International Development Education and Awareness Society (IDEAS) at Dalhousie is putting culture behind fashion. From Indian saris …