Fashion

My name is Sena Ahohe, and I am the founder of Kejeo Designs. KEJEO (Ké-Jé-O) is derived from "nou kéjéo-a" in the “Mina” language from Benin and Togo in West Africa which means something that looks beautiful on you. I was born and raised in Benin (West Africa) and I created my brand at the end of 2016 because of my love for fashion and my strong desire to turn vibrant African textiles into styles that could be easily adapted in the western world. Regardless of your shape, size or color, my goal at Kejeo Designs is to provide you and your loved ones with apparels that will fit your personality, allow you to express yourself in a very unique way, and most importantly make you feel proud of the African culture. All clothes and accessories are made with various type of premium African print fabrics, from African Wax also known as Ankara, to Bogolan also known as Mud Cloth. I hope you enjoy your experience here!

Kwesiya is a ready-to-wear and accessories brand based in Canada. The label specializes in Wax textiles, vibrant fabrics characteristic of West Africa. Our primary mission is to captivate audiences from all cultures, while promoting the use of African fabrics. From business attire, fresh and casual outfits to special event wear; we create pieces that can be worn for any occasion. Kwesiya [kwé-si-ya] which means “Mix It” in a Cameroonian dialect, defines the label and it essence of inclusion. Fanny Ngantcheu is the founder and creative director of Kwesiya. She dug deep into her culture and crafted a story that formed the basis her collections: mixture. Through her designs, she wants to bring uniqueness to your wardrobe. Kwesiya has been showcasing its collections on the runways of the African Fashion Week in Toronto since 2013, won the 2017 Accessory Designer of the Year Award at the African Fashion Industry award, and the 2018 Female Innovation Award .

LEGIN KNITS clothing and apparel is a way of life. Where you live and embrace your own truth. Where you are empowered to be yourself, to be Royal. Some see ART, some see FASHION. Founder and Owner Nigel “Legin” John sees a continuous thread that he can create into anything he desires, without limitations. A thread that binds humanity. At LEGIN KNITS the Red, Gold and Green color palette, which can be found detailed on all of our products, signifies Roots, Culture and Diversity. We all share common ROOTS, a common birthplace, a single point of origin- EARTH. This is how our collective story begins. The LEGIN KNITS brand and legacy is rooted in the teachings of this blessed craft by a Rastafarian and we thank him for his gift to us and honour him with these colors. Once we first respect where we come from, we can truly value where we are going.

Mer Des Dieux (translated to Sea of Gods) uses imagery, nuance, and motion of the natural aquatic world to create contemporary menswear pieces that, like the wondrous nature of the ocean, bridge the gap between mystery and functionality. MDD was developed by two free-thinking creatives with a hunger to push boundaries. Bred in the turbulent waters of North York Toronto, Andrew Nyarko and Pierre Bimwala grew from childhood friends to business partners, attempting to translate science-fiction fantasies into clothing that spoke to their youthful rebelliousness. Their debut collection titled Diving Only integrates their thirst for knowledge and scientific inquiry with the alien, untapped energy of marine life.

My name is Funmi, I am the Creative Director of MichNat Fashion House based in Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada. The desire to fully pursue my passion in fashion was largely influenced by the need to fulfil my dreams and purpose in life and fill the existing gap for the demand for Afro-designs mixed with western flair within the city/Province. I started creating styles when I was 10 yrs old and have since taken up the passion to make it a profession. As a Chartered Accountant with over 13 years financial institution experience, I left the white-collar job for a life-long desire that gives me inner satisfaction. I design trendy, versatile and vibrant fashion with a touch of Afro-flair for all special occasions. Customized and tailored to make you feel unique and confident! Michnat Fashion Brand leaves customers feeling excited, satisfied, and confident.

MAS was born from a desire to diversify the fashion industry. Big brands constantly promote the same message: we have to change ourselves to fit into some unattainable perfection standard. At MAS, we think otherwise. We firmly believe we’re all beautiful just as we are. That is the message we want to spread within our community. We believe that feeling good in your body starts with well adjusted clothes. Each and every body is unique and we are always working to develop designs that serve and highlight those unique features. Fabric is chosen with the same intention. We only use fabric that allows our gorgeous clients to feel comfortable throughout their busy day. All MAS products are proudly made in Montreal. Where did it start ? I (Mckenna) came up with MAS to answer a personal need. I’ve always been passionate about fashion, loved shopping and adding new pieces to my wardrobe. Alongside my love for clothes, I’ve always had a strong need to stay active, push and challenge myself through cheerleading, my first love, or through CrossFit, my current practice. Only in 2016 I came to realize that fashion and sports contradict each other, more often than not. On one side, we’re being presented with very strict beauty standards and trends, and on the other, we’re being told how important it is to be and feel healthy in our body. As I was feeling stronger, healthier and more confident in my own skin, I was struggling to find clothes that fit my shape. I came to this conclusion: the women's clothing industry has very little to offer to “atypical” bodies. Why MAS? MAS means more in Spanish. I’ve always been motivated by a strong desire to offer more to my clients; more choice product wise and more attention in customer service. When I finally launched the project, I was looking for a short and simple name. That’s when I thought of an interesting translation of the word more. Our values. First of all, inclusivity. We thrive to offer you pieces of clothing that fit a vast variety of silhouettes. We want anyone that wears MAS to be comfortable enough to do whatever they need and want that day. It’s so important to us to dress you as you are and to never make you feel like you have to change your shape to wear our clothes. Secondly, the conscious aspect. From the very beginning, it was essential to us that everything was locally made, to always make sure that anyone working on the collection has good conditions. Furthermore, our collections are based on what we call deadstock fabric. This refers to “leftovers” from the fabric stock clothing companies order. Once their production is done, they have meters of fabric left and it happens (more and more often, I dare say!) that instead of throwing it away, they sell it to smaller brands. It’s a way of giving a second life to perfectly good material that would otherwise end up in the trash. We also give whatever’s left of our fabric to other small local businesses, which helps us move in a zero-waste direction. We are always aspiring to a more human and eco-conscious way of work.

Designed and manufactured in Toronto, Canada, mycoatisblue™ elevates winter wardrobes with their stylish luxury outerwear for men and women. Made with Italian wool-blend fabrics, mycoatisblue™ creates the perfect balance between classic and modern, creating timeless pieces which move from day to evening. Using high-quality materials with fine-tailoring and expert craftsmanship, each piece is designed specifically to suit a wide range of body types. Azure by mycoatisblue™ is the brand’s limited-edition line of luxury tees created to complement its outerwear. Creative Director Natasha Patten brings over 15 years of custom clothing experience angnature style of clean lines and sleek fit to mycoatisblue™. She finds her design inspiration through her love of modern architecture, integrating shapes and angles to create her signature style.

OliOeco was founded in 1986 with a commitment to design and the environment and a mission to create sustainable yet wearable long lasting garments. Buy Quality, Less Quantity. OliOeco is 100 percent made in Canada. We use a range of organic, natural, reclaimed and reworked fabrics. Buttons are handmade, vintage, and recycled leather and natural materials. Ends of fabrics, off cuts and all production ends are used in our small accessories and patchwork creations. Zero waste is a continuous goal and it is truly satisfying to not fill the garbage bin at the end of a production run. OliO |medley or small collection| in keeping with our name, produces small collections each season that create dialogues with the wearer.We create without timeline pressure and the garments can be worn much longer than traditional fashion would dictate. Built on a groundwork of endurance and integrity both through garment production and in conjunction with our customer's continued satisfaction, OliOeco has a continuous mission to create sustainable products with minimal environmental impact.

See Phillips is an Austin based creative studio and lifestyle brand founded in 2018 by multidisciplinary artist Coelina Edwards. See Phillips explores human connection, the use of industry by-products, and wellness. See Phillips is dedicated to collaborating with local artisans to sustain the creative community.

Siyo Boutique is a greeting card brand with a knack for sass, slightly crude humor and blunthenticity (blunt authenticity). With the word becoming so tech savvy, I wanted to take it back to the old school days when people cared enough to write one another. Aside from cards, Siyo Boutique dabbles in prints and will soon be offering other sassy goodies! Founded in 2016, Siyo Boutique is a one woman, girl boss shop! Tyler has been creating and drawing cards since she could grasp a pencil in her little hands. She has always had a witty and sometimes inappropriate sense of humor that would get her in trouble. Now that she is an adult, she uses that sense of humor and wit to bring joy and laughter into the homes of others with her snail mail. If you are interested in wholesale, feel free to hop in my etsy convo and we can discuss pricing and minimums. You can also check out my website, www.siyoboutique.com, where I've made it super easy (a caveman can do it) to buy wholesale! If you are a boutique with the interest of hosting my cards, please don't hesitate to contact me for samples for your store, likewise for bloggers seeking high-res product photos for their blogs.