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Ten Years of Montreal Fashion: How the City Rebuilt Its Fashion Identity

From 2016 to 2026, Montreal proved it could influence global fashion without resembling a conventional fashion capital. Young designers such as Vejas Kruszewski, Marie-Ève Lecavalier and Matières Fécales gained international recognition through prizes, social media and independent platforms rather than a centralized fashion week. SSENSE became the city’s most powerful global connector, supporting emerging labels before later financial turmoil exposed the fragility of its model. Local boutiques, manufacturers, museums, stylists and educators sustained a broader ecosystem rooted in experimentation, diversity and decentralized programming. Montreal’s fashion industry grew, but its enduring challenges remain limited financing, fragmented infrastructure and precarious production capacity.

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Chasing Ghosts through Gestalt

Every stage is haunted—not by mere specters, but by the echoes of absence. Gestalt psychology and modern neuroscience reveal how our minds crave completion, crafting ghosts from minimal cues. In art and theater, it’s not what’s seen, but what’s implied that evokes emotion. Absence isn't void; it's a powerful presence waiting to be sensed.

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Building a Downtown That Feels Alive

The panel discussion in Regina highlighted the pivotal role of arts and culture in revitalizing downtown. Leaders emphasized community connection, safety, and economic impact while addressing challenges like funding and audience engagement post-pandemic. A collaborative approach, with artists integrated into city planning, is essential for a vibrant, inclusive urban environment.

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Costuming on the Edge of Nowhere (with (almost) Nothing)

In Regina's theatre scene, costume-making is a gritty, resource-strapped journey marked by necessary creativity. With aging garments and unreliable online fabric sources, artists scramble to breathe life into costumes. Yet, this struggle births resilience, community, and a push for sustainability. Quality matters—both on stage and in our wardrobe choices.

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