FASHION

FashionFall

BY MARY CIANCIBELLO instagram @maryciancibellostyle

PHOTOGRAPHY BY TIA MACPHERSON

Fall is the perfect time to play with layers and textures, and to discover new Canadian brands shaking things up in the fashion scene.

MATCHY MATCHY

After years of separating sets, it’s time to stick those matching sets back together (and I’m not talking about the tie-dye sets).

JACKET AND SKIRT: RW & CO.

DRESS: RW & CO. SHOES AND PURSE: L’INTERVALLE COAT: WWW.STUDIODIANNE.COM BELTS: SIMONS NECKLACE: ROSE GARDEN

SILKY SMOOTH

Silk and satin hair scarves, neck scarves and clothing will bring the smooth back to your style.

LOCAL LUXURY

Nothing feels more luxurious than beautiful pieces by a local Métis designer. This wool bouclé wrap coat is a perfect addition to a marvelous fall wardrobe.

WOOL WRAP COAT: STUDIODIANNE.COM

UNEXPECTED LAYERS

Ponchos have made a return in the most unexpected ways. Mix a poncho + quilted puff = layered heaven.

PONCHO: H&M

ROCK THE CROC

This fun texture has been propelled into the spotlight in the most fabulous accessories and colours.

CHAIN STRAP PURSE: CALL IT SPRING

MARVELOUS IN MIDI

Wrap skirts, printed skirts, floral skirts—we’re seeing midi skirts for every occasion on rotation this fall.

PRINTED MIDI SKIRT: SILKLAUNDRY.CA

SYMBOLIC ACCESSORIES

Let your jewelry provide the positive vibes with the protection of the blue eye.

EARRINGS: ROSE GARDEN JEWELRY

NEW HEIGHTS

Sticking with runners or going back to heals, footwear is getting a major upgrade this fall.

KNEE HIGH BOOTS: ALDO WEDGE RUNNERS: CALL IT SPRING

CONTEMPORARY DESIGNS

A member of the Nlaka’pamux Nation, Warren Steven Scott’s accessories are moving mountains in the Canadian fashion scene.

Y A R D S U N L I M I T E D

L A N D S C A P I N G I N C

Design Office and Show Room 77 Holland Avenue (613)721-8195 inquiries@yardsunlimited.com www.yardsunlimited.com

66 Iber Rd., Stittsville, ON info@logsend.com 613-831-9333 logsend.com

BY CATHERINE CLARK

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When Patricia Verissimo moved to Ottawa from her native Brazil, she did not know a word of English, though that quickly changed as she put down roots and raised a family.

But what really made Patricia feel a part of her new country was her decision to give back. “For me, volunteering was a big step to feeling that Canada was my place,” says Patricia. “By volunteering I have truly felt a part of this community.”

Patricia volunteers for Shelter Movers Ottawa, a survivor-centered, free moving service for people leaving abuse. “My home city back in Brazil has a major problem with domestic violence,” she explains. “So this was something very close to my heart.”

“Coming from a place where you see violence every day, you start thinking it is common, that you can’t do much about it,” notes Patricia. “Shelter Movers is showing that violence is not normal and we can do something to help stop it.”

Since opening its Ottawa Chapter in 2017, Shelter Movers has completed over 670 moves, supporting anyone who is fleeing any type of abuse from any source. They help clients move in and out of shelters, as well as store their belongings in storage units at no cost for however long the survivor is in a shelter.