| Ukrainian museum urges feds to make funding decision Supporters of a Ukrainian museum in Edmonton say they desperately need a new and bigger building, and they want answers from Ottawa about whether it will help cover expenses. cbc.ca |
Canada Prizes to be awarded by 2011 The Canada Prizes for the Arts and Creativity are scheduled to be awarded for the first time in 2011 and the federal government says public consultation will help establish the structure for the prizes. cbc.ca |
Drilling Down: Why Elite Shoppers Eschew Logos Low- and high-end fashion products tend to have less conspicuous brand markers than midprice goods. feeds.nytimes.com |
From Paris, Studded Leather for Spring Fashion shows tend to cover every contingency, so it's not unusual to see leather and dark colors in the spring collections. But, this season, I bet we've seen more leather motorcycle jackets than bikinis. feeds.nytimes.com |
Fashion Ticker: Ports 1961, Betsey Johnson, Ohne Titel PLAYFUL PROPORTIONS Tia Cibani's spring collection for Ports 1961 was inspired by Canadian artist Emily Carr (1871-1945). Titled "Beloved of the Sky," the collection was strong on linear silhouettes and pleated details, as well as plays on proportions. A three-quarter-sleeve caribou lace jacket was draped with extra material. Several outfits, such as a sleeveless cape dress, hid the female form entirely. Ms. Cibani's use of crochet knits and yarns, along with a base of neutral colors, inspired... nysun.com |