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@charles_lu steps into the light.

🎥 FACE EVERYTHING.
@narsissist x @fashionarttoronto

Photographer: @merzetti
Creative Director: @Tess_morgann
Videographer: @shaynegrayphotography
Executive Producer: @_vanjavasic_
Producer: @mariamolch
Lighting: @jdiego_del
BTS photographers: @_kimiakordestani @fredabramov @asianwithcamera
BTS: Socials: @mssmadmedia
Makeup Artists: @yasirakhtarca
Hair Stylists: @hairlovestudioinc @hairlovebymimi @aliyahshairlabb @thefreeartist_
Jewelry: @biko_official

Production Assistants: @shirakarney @natalia.vassighi @yaseennn333 @locoditrooo
Location: @astrolabstudios

@charles_lu steps into the light.

🎥 FACE EVERYTHING.
@narsissist x @fashionarttoronto

Photographer: @merzetti
Creative Director: @Tess_morgann
Videographer: @shaynegrayphotography
Executive Producer: @_vanjavasic_
Producer: @mariamolch
Lighting: @jdiego_del
BTS photographers: @_kimiakordestani @fredabramov @asianwithcamera
BTS: Socials: @mssmadmedia
Makeup Artists: @yasirakhtarca
Hair Stylists: @hairlovestudioinc @hairlovebymimi @aliyahshairlabb @thefreeartist_
Jewelry: @biko_official

Production Assistants: @shirakarney @natalia.vassighi @yaseennn333 @locoditrooo
Location: @astrolabstudios

@charles_lu steps into the light.

🎥 FACE EVERYTHING.
@narsissist x @fashionarttoronto

Photographer: @merzetti
Creative Director: @Tess_morgann
Videographer: @shaynegrayphotography
Executive Producer: @_vanjavasic_
Producer: @mariamolch
Lighting: @jdiego_del
BTS photographers: @_kimiakordestani @fredabramov @asianwithcamera
BTS: Socials: @mssmadmedia
Makeup Artists: @yasirakhtarca
Hair Stylists: @hairlovestudioinc @hairlovebymimi @aliyahshairlabb @thefreeartist_
Jewelry: @biko_official

Production Assistants: @shirakarney @natalia.vassighi @yaseennn333 @locoditrooo
Location: @astrolabstudios

@charles_lu steps into the light.

🎥 FACE EVERYTHING.
@narsissist x @fashionarttoronto

Photographer: @merzetti
Creative Director: @Tess_morgann
Videographer: @shaynegrayphotography
Executive Producer: @_vanjavasic_
Producer: @mariamolch
Lighting: @jdiego_del
BTS photographers: @_kimiakordestani @fredabramov @asianwithcamera
BTS: Socials: @mssmadmedia
Makeup Artists: @yasirakhtarca
Hair Stylists: @hairlovestudioinc @hairlovebymimi @aliyahshairlabb @thefreeartist_
Jewelry: @biko_official

Production Assistants: @shirakarney @natalia.vassighi @yaseennn333 @locoditrooo
Location: @astrolabstudios

@charles_lu steps into the light.

🎥 FACE EVERYTHING.
@narsissist x @fashionarttoronto

Photographer: @merzetti
Creative Director: @Tess_morgann
Videographer: @shaynegrayphotography
Executive Producer: @_vanjavasic_
Producer: @mariamolch
Lighting: @jdiego_del
BTS photographers: @_kimiakordestani @fredabramov @asianwithcamera
BTS: Socials: @mssmadmedia
Makeup Artists: @yasirakhtarca
Hair Stylists: @hairlovestudioinc @hairlovebymimi @aliyahshairlabb @thefreeartist_
Jewelry: @biko_official

Production Assistants: @shirakarney @natalia.vassighi @yaseennn333 @locoditrooo
Location: @astrolabstudios

14 YEARS. 36 LOOKS. THE ARCHIVE OPENS. | @FashionArtToronto x @Charles_Lu

On May 25, 2026, I’ll be presenting a special retrospective with Fashion Art Toronto featuring selected works from 2012–2026.

This presentation brings together archival garments, defining collections, newer work, and pieces never before shown in Canada. Some looks have remained unseen until now.

From my earliest years as a designer to the work I create today, this retrospective traces the evolution of my world through tailoring, emotion, structure, and storytelling.

LOCATION
The Iconic 3rd Floor of Former Hudson’s Bay & Saks Fifth Ave
176 Yonge St., Toronto, ON M5C 2LT

6:00PM | CHARLES LU | Presentation
7:00PM | CHARLES LU | Runway

Tickets are now live.

Use code: CHARLESLUSS26 for 20% off.

Link in bio.

#fashionweek #fashiondesigner #fashion #runway #style

CAMPAIGN | Face EVERYTHING.
@narsissist x @fashionarttoronto

Talent + Designers:
@charles_lu x @patricia_j

Photographer: @merzetti
Creative Director: @Tess_morgann
Videographer: @shaynegrayphotography
Executive Producer: @_vanjavasic_
Producer: @mariamolch
Lighting: @jdiego_del

BTS photographers: @_kimiakordestani @fredabramov @asianwithcamera

BTS: Socials: @mssmadmedia

Makeup Artists: @therealfrancinephillips @facesbynoah @kendallpackman @yasirakhtarca @beautyby_bala

Hair Stylists: @hairlovestudioinc @hairlovebymimi @aliyahshairlabb @thefreeartist_

Jewelry: @biko_official

Production Assistants: @shirakarney @natalia.vassighi @yaseennn333 @locoditrooo

Location: @astrolabstudios

14 YEARS. 36 LOOKS. THE ARCHIVE OPENS. | @FashionArtToronto x @Charles_Lu

On May 25, 2026, I’ll be presenting a special retrospective with Fashion Art Toronto featuring selected works from 2012–2026.

This presentation brings together archival garments, defining collections, newer work, and pieces never before shown in Canada. Some looks have remained unseen until now.

From my earliest years as a designer to the work I create today, this retrospective traces the evolution of my world through tailoring, emotion, structure, and storytelling.

LOCATION
The Iconic 3rd Floor of Former Hudson’s Bay & Saks Fifth Ave
176 Yonge St., Toronto, ON M5C 2LT

6:00PM | CHARLES LU | Presentation
7:00PM | CHARLES LU | Runway

Tickets are now live.

Use code: CHARLESLUSS26 for 20% off.

Link in bio.

#fashionweek #fashiondesigner #fashion #runway #style

CAMPAIGN | Face EVERYTHING.
@narsissist x @fashionarttoronto

Talent + Designers:
@charles_lu x @patricia_j

Photographer: @merzetti
Creative Director: @Tess_morgann
Videographer: @shaynegrayphotography
Executive Producer: @_vanjavasic_
Producer: @mariamolch
Lighting: @jdiego_del

BTS photographers: @_kimiakordestani @fredabramov @asianwithcamera

BTS: Socials: @mssmadmedia

Makeup Artists: @therealfrancinephillips @facesbynoah @kendallpackman @yasirakhtarca @beautyby_bala

Hair Stylists: @hairlovestudioinc @hairlovebymimi @aliyahshairlabb @thefreeartist_

Jewelry: @biko_official

Production Assistants: @shirakarney @natalia.vassighi @yaseennn333 @locoditrooo

Location: @astrolabstudios

14 YEARS. 36 LOOKS. THE ARCHIVE OPENS. | @FashionArtToronto x @Charles_Lu

On May 25, 2026, I’ll be presenting a special retrospective with Fashion Art Toronto featuring selected works from 2012–2026.

This presentation brings together archival garments, defining collections, newer work, and pieces never before shown in Canada. Some looks have remained unseen until now.

From my earliest years as a designer to the work I create today, this retrospective traces the evolution of my world through tailoring, emotion, structure, and storytelling.

LOCATION
The Iconic 3rd Floor of Former Hudson’s Bay & Saks Fifth Ave
176 Yonge St., Toronto, ON M5C 2LT

6:00PM | CHARLES LU | Presentation
7:00PM | CHARLES LU | Runway

Tickets are now live.

Use code: CHARLESLUSS26 for 20% off.

Link in bio.

#fashionweek #fashiondesigner #fashion #runway #style

CAMPAIGN | Face EVERYTHING.
@narsissist x @fashionarttoronto

Talent + Designers:
@charles_lu x @patricia_j

Photographer: @merzetti
Creative Director: @Tess_morgann
Videographer: @shaynegrayphotography
Executive Producer: @_vanjavasic_
Producer: @mariamolch
Lighting: @jdiego_del

BTS photographers: @_kimiakordestani @fredabramov @asianwithcamera

BTS: Socials: @mssmadmedia

Makeup Artists: @therealfrancinephillips @facesbynoah @kendallpackman @yasirakhtarca @beautyby_bala

Hair Stylists: @hairlovestudioinc @hairlovebymimi @aliyahshairlabb @thefreeartist_

Jewelry: @biko_official

Production Assistants: @shirakarney @natalia.vassighi @yaseennn333 @locoditrooo

Location: @astrolabstudios

14 YEARS. 36 LOOKS. THE ARCHIVE OPENS. | @FashionArtToronto x @Charles_Lu

On May 25, 2026, I’ll be presenting a special retrospective with Fashion Art Toronto featuring selected works from 2012–2026.

This presentation brings together archival garments, defining collections, newer work, and pieces never before shown in Canada. Some looks have remained unseen until now.

From my earliest years as a designer to the work I create today, this retrospective traces the evolution of my world through tailoring, emotion, structure, and storytelling.

LOCATION
The Iconic 3rd Floor of Former Hudson’s Bay & Saks Fifth Ave
176 Yonge St., Toronto, ON M5C 2LT

6:00PM | CHARLES LU | Presentation
7:00PM | CHARLES LU | Runway

Tickets are now live.

Use code: CHARLESLUSS26 for 20% off.

Link in bio.

#fashionweek #fashiondesigner #fashion #runway #style

CAMPAIGN | Face EVERYTHING.
@narsissist x @fashionarttoronto

Talent + Designers:
@charles_lu x @patricia_j

Photographer: @merzetti
Creative Director: @Tess_morgann
Videographer: @shaynegrayphotography
Executive Producer: @_vanjavasic_
Producer: @mariamolch
Lighting: @jdiego_del

BTS photographers: @_kimiakordestani @fredabramov @asianwithcamera

BTS: Socials: @mssmadmedia

Makeup Artists: @therealfrancinephillips @facesbynoah @kendallpackman @yasirakhtarca @beautyby_bala

Hair Stylists: @hairlovestudioinc @hairlovebymimi @aliyahshairlabb @thefreeartist_

Jewelry: @biko_official

Production Assistants: @shirakarney @natalia.vassighi @yaseennn333 @locoditrooo

Location: @astrolabstudios

14 YEARS. 36 LOOKS. THE ARCHIVE OPENS. | @FashionArtToronto x @Charles_Lu

On May 25, 2026, I’ll be presenting a special retrospective with Fashion Art Toronto featuring selected works from 2012–2026.

This presentation brings together archival garments, defining collections, newer work, and pieces never before shown in Canada. Some looks have remained unseen until now.

From my earliest years as a designer to the work I create today, this retrospective traces the evolution of my world through tailoring, emotion, structure, and storytelling.

LOCATION
The Iconic 3rd Floor of Former Hudson’s Bay & Saks Fifth Ave
176 Yonge St., Toronto, ON M5C 2LT

6:00PM | CHARLES LU | Presentation
7:00PM | CHARLES LU | Runway

Tickets are now live.

Use code: CHARLESLUSS26 for 20% off.

Link in bio.

#fashionweek #fashiondesigner #fashion #runway #style

CAMPAIGN | Face EVERYTHING.
@narsissist x @fashionarttoronto

Talent + Designers:
@charles_lu x @patricia_j

Photographer: @merzetti
Creative Director: @Tess_morgann
Videographer: @shaynegrayphotography
Executive Producer: @_vanjavasic_
Producer: @mariamolch
Lighting: @jdiego_del

BTS photographers: @_kimiakordestani @fredabramov @asianwithcamera

BTS: Socials: @mssmadmedia

Makeup Artists: @therealfrancinephillips @facesbynoah @kendallpackman @yasirakhtarca @beautyby_bala

Hair Stylists: @hairlovestudioinc @hairlovebymimi @aliyahshairlabb @thefreeartist_

Jewelry: @biko_official

Production Assistants: @shirakarney @natalia.vassighi @yaseennn333 @locoditrooo

Location: @astrolabstudios

14 YEARS. 36 LOOKS. THE ARCHIVE OPENS. | @FashionArtToronto x @Charles_Lu

On May 25, 2026, I’ll be presenting a special retrospective with Fashion Art Toronto featuring selected works from 2012–2026.

This presentation brings together archival garments, defining collections, newer work, and pieces never before shown in Canada. Some looks have remained unseen until now.

From my earliest years as a designer to the work I create today, this retrospective traces the evolution of my world through tailoring, emotion, structure, and storytelling.

LOCATION
The Iconic 3rd Floor of Former Hudson’s Bay & Saks Fifth Ave
176 Yonge St., Toronto, ON M5C 2LT

6:00PM | CHARLES LU | Presentation
7:00PM | CHARLES LU | Runway

Tickets are now live.

Use code: CHARLESLUSS26 for 20% off.

Link in bio.

#fashionweek #fashiondesigner #fashion #runway #style

CAMPAIGN | Face EVERYTHING.
@narsissist x @fashionarttoronto

Talent + Designers:
@charles_lu x @patricia_j

Photographer: @merzetti
Creative Director: @Tess_morgann
Videographer: @shaynegrayphotography
Executive Producer: @_vanjavasic_
Producer: @mariamolch
Lighting: @jdiego_del

BTS photographers: @_kimiakordestani @fredabramov @asianwithcamera

BTS: Socials: @mssmadmedia

Makeup Artists: @therealfrancinephillips @facesbynoah @kendallpackman @yasirakhtarca @beautyby_bala

Hair Stylists: @hairlovestudioinc @hairlovebymimi @aliyahshairlabb @thefreeartist_

Jewelry: @biko_official

Production Assistants: @shirakarney @natalia.vassighi @yaseennn333 @locoditrooo

Location: @astrolabstudios

14 YEARS. 36 LOOKS. THE ARCHIVE OPENS. | @FashionArtToronto x @Charles_Lu

On May 25, 2026, I’ll be presenting a special retrospective with Fashion Art Toronto featuring selected works from 2012–2026.

This presentation brings together archival garments, defining collections, newer work, and pieces never before shown in Canada. Some looks have remained unseen until now.

From my earliest years as a designer to the work I create today, this retrospective traces the evolution of my world through tailoring, emotion, structure, and storytelling.

LOCATION
The Iconic 3rd Floor of Former Hudson’s Bay & Saks Fifth Ave
176 Yonge St., Toronto, ON M5C 2LT

6:00PM | CHARLES LU | Presentation
7:00PM | CHARLES LU | Runway

Tickets are now live.

Use code: CHARLESLUSS26 for 20% off.

Link in bio.

#fashionweek #fashiondesigner #fashion #runway #style

CAMPAIGN | Face EVERYTHING.
@narsissist x @fashionarttoronto

Talent + Designers:
@charles_lu x @patricia_j

Photographer: @merzetti
Creative Director: @Tess_morgann
Videographer: @shaynegrayphotography
Executive Producer: @_vanjavasic_
Producer: @mariamolch
Lighting: @jdiego_del

BTS photographers: @_kimiakordestani @fredabramov @asianwithcamera

BTS: Socials: @mssmadmedia

Makeup Artists: @therealfrancinephillips @facesbynoah @kendallpackman @yasirakhtarca @beautyby_bala

Hair Stylists: @hairlovestudioinc @hairlovebymimi @aliyahshairlabb @thefreeartist_

Jewelry: @biko_official

Production Assistants: @shirakarney @natalia.vassighi @yaseennn333 @locoditrooo

Location: @astrolabstudios

Charles Lu has entered the chat.

See you at Fashion Week.
May 25th |Performance + Runway

Tix & Schedule online.

@charles_lu / @charles___lu for @narsissist x @fashionarttoronto

FACE EVERYTHING.

Photographer: @merzetti
Creative Director: @Tess_morgann
Videographer: @shaynegrayphotography
Executive Producer: @_vanjavasic_
Producer: @mariamolch
Lighting: @jdiego_del
BTS photographers: @_kimiakordestani @fredabramov @asianwithcamera
BTS: Socials: @mssmadmedia
MUA: @yasirakhtarca
Production Assistants: @shirakarney @natalia.vassighi @yaseennn333 @locoditrooo
Location: @astrolabstudios

Reclamation.

An abandoned iconic space reimagined for one night.

Designer: @charles___lu @charles_lu
Photographer: @jasonchikz
Mua: @milad.beauty
Hair: @hairby.samoela
Mu dir: @jesspanetta_hmu
Hair dir: @dylandoesmyhair
Show: @fashionarttoronto SS26 Day 1

#runway #avantgarde #abandonedspace #thebay #canadianfashion

Reclamation.

An abandoned iconic space reimagined for one night.

Designer: @charles___lu @charles_lu
Photographer: @jasonchikz
Mua: @milad.beauty
Hair: @hairby.samoela
Mu dir: @jesspanetta_hmu
Hair dir: @dylandoesmyhair
Show: @fashionarttoronto SS26 Day 1

#runway #avantgarde #abandonedspace #thebay #canadianfashion

Reclamation.

An abandoned iconic space reimagined for one night.

Designer: @charles___lu @charles_lu
Photographer: @jasonchikz
Mua: @milad.beauty
Hair: @hairby.samoela
Mu dir: @jesspanetta_hmu
Hair dir: @dylandoesmyhair
Show: @fashionarttoronto SS26 Day 1

#runway #avantgarde #abandonedspace #thebay #canadianfashion

Reclamation.

An abandoned iconic space reimagined for one night.

Designer: @charles___lu @charles_lu
Photographer: @jasonchikz
Mua: @milad.beauty
Hair: @hairby.samoela
Mu dir: @jesspanetta_hmu
Hair dir: @dylandoesmyhair
Show: @fashionarttoronto SS26 Day 1

#runway #avantgarde #abandonedspace #thebay #canadianfashion

#SEPHORA GYAL xx

@fashionarttoronto day #1 for @charles___lu wearing the iconic @sephoracanada collaboration.
MUA: @jesspanetta_hmu
Hair: @stef.hairstylist

#SEPHORA GYAL xx

@fashionarttoronto day #1 for @charles___lu wearing the iconic @sephoracanada collaboration.
MUA: @jesspanetta_hmu
Hair: @stef.hairstylist

#SEPHORA GYAL xx

@fashionarttoronto day #1 for @charles___lu wearing the iconic @sephoracanada collaboration.
MUA: @jesspanetta_hmu
Hair: @stef.hairstylist

#SEPHORA GYAL xx

@fashionarttoronto day #1 for @charles___lu wearing the iconic @sephoracanada collaboration.
MUA: @jesspanetta_hmu
Hair: @stef.hairstylist

#SEPHORA GYAL xx

@fashionarttoronto day #1 for @charles___lu wearing the iconic @sephoracanada collaboration.
MUA: @jesspanetta_hmu
Hair: @stef.hairstylist

#SEPHORA GYAL xx

@fashionarttoronto day #1 for @charles___lu wearing the iconic @sephoracanada collaboration.
MUA: @jesspanetta_hmu
Hair: @stef.hairstylist

#SEPHORA GYAL xx

@fashionarttoronto day #1 for @charles___lu wearing the iconic @sephoracanada collaboration.
MUA: @jesspanetta_hmu
Hair: @stef.hairstylist

@fashionarttoronto SS26
Fabulous @irenzablotska wearing @charles___lu 🖤

Corsets, couture and athleisure done RIGHT 😮‍💨🔥

@charles_lu show for @fashionarttoronto had every look serving snatched energy from head to toe. The structure, the detailing, the silhouettes… absolutely unreal in person.

Proof that fashion can be bold, elevated, and still effortlessly cool. 🐼

LIKE this video if you’re a fashion queen too 🖤

#torontofashionweek #fashionarttoronto #charleslu #canadiandesigner #torontofashionweek

@fashionarttoronto DAY #1 FOR @charles___lu @charles_lu WEARING THE @sephoracanada COLLABORATION xx
Makeup by the fabulous: @jesspanetta_hmu
Hair by the amazing: @stef.hairstylist

#runway #runwaywalk #sephora #sephoracanada @sephora @sephoracanadalife @sephoracollection #fashionarttoronto #charleslu #model #modelbts #bts #strut #modelmakeup #modellife #torontocreatives #fyp #explorepage #reelsofinstagram

Wore @charles_lu @charles___lu for Toronto Fashion Week at @fashionarttoronto last night 🏁

make up @makeupbybindi_
make up sponsor @narsissist
hair @nadiax.hair

#model #torontomodel #torontofashionweek #fashion #motorcyclegirl

Still thinking about this unbelievable collection by @charles_lu at @fashionarttoronto 🤍

The details, the shapes, the energy—absolutely mind-blowing. It was such an honor to capture these moments on the runway.

Check out the full Reel to see the magic! ✨🎥

@irenzablotska
@solo.skor
@iqfoodco
@extremely.erin
@aishaseligman
@lusimpsonn
@camillekeane
@sophiavetro

#CharlesLu #FashionArtToronto #FAT #FashionWeek #runwayphotography

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

FAT x The Kit | featuring CHARLES LU

Yes this was shot back in January.
Yes I’m posting winter content when it’s literally spring now but, just because a moment has passed doesn’t mean it still can’t be shared.

Honoured to have been featured in The Kit article, “What to Wear Skiing, According to Three Canadian Designers,” written by Hillary LeBlanc, alongside Lindsay King (@lindsayking.co) and Hilary MacMillan (@hilarymacmillan) through @fashionarttoronto and @thekitca. Thank you Hillary for such a thoughtful feature and for highlighting Canadian fashion in such a beautiful way.

In the article, I spoke about my love for monochrome dressing, layering textures, balancing utility with experimental silhouettes, and creating pieces that feel both functional and high fashion. I also shared how surreal and nostalgic it felt being at Horseshoe Valley Resort, so close to Barrie where my family roots are connected. And yes… the puffer is still warm enough to “live among the penguins”

Thank you to Vanja Vasic and the entire FAT creative team for always supporting and championing Canadian fashion designers and artists, and to The Kit for creating space to celebrate Canadian creativity and design. Truly grateful to be part of the FAT family.

PHOTO: @_kimiakordestani

VIDEO: @adrikellerman

WRITER: @hillaryleblancmedia

LOCATION: @horseshoeresort @freedcorp

CREATIVE TEAM:
@_vanyavasic_
@glenbaxterto
@locodritoo
@tess_morgann
@annikalautens

MUA:@jessicacalleja.mua

SOCIAL BTS: @mssmadmedia

This is not a collection. This is a love letter.

PROJECT RUNWAY CANADA x CHARLES LU

Episode 10: The Final Runway
Placement: Top 3 Finalist

Presenting my 10-look finale collection. Seeing it come to life on the runway, with my mother and father in the audience, was one of the most emotional moments of my life. I kept this collection hidden from them for 7 weeks. They had no idea what it looked like or what it was about. This was for them.

The collection begins in black and gradually moves toward a soft white, tracing a shift from structure to softness. It opens with shorter silhouettes, grounded in control and restraint. By the third look, the story begins to unfold. References to Vietnam emerge through the shape of the ‘Áo Dài’, reinterpreted through my lens and merged with streetwear. Utility, tailoring, and ease exist together. The second look draws from my father’s workwear, while the seventh look translates my mother’s favourite flower, the orchid, into form. A pink and black look softens the tension, holding strength and tenderness at once.

This collection started when I met my grandmother in April 2025. Finding her and speaking to her for the first time connected me to my roots in a way I had never experienced. That moment led me to my parents’ journey as Vietnamese refugees coming to Canada and the life they built through resilience and sacrifice. I set aside ego and designed from a place of truth. Every piece carries that intention.

As the collection moves forward, it becomes lighter, softer, more vulnerable. It reflects my own evolution. This was not just about fashion. It was about family, identity, and honouring where I come from.

Music By: TRACE (Trace Le) | Sài Gòn (produced by Ariel Loh, 2024)

I used this track in my reel for a reason.
Its melancholic reimagining speaks directly to the Vietnamese diaspora, reflecting memory, loss, and what it means to be part of the next generation carrying that history forward.

Stream the latest episode of @ProjectRunwayCanada only on @CraveCanada.

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