Last month, The Black Box Boutique in Yorkville had a fantastic trunk show featuring the latest from Toronto designer Emily Woudenberg. This season’s inspirations came from the art deco period – by far one of my favourite periods from the 20th century. Self-taught and with a background in graphic designer, Emily’s androgynous style has caught the attention of many including Elle Magazine’s Creative Director Joe Zee, and has received many awards including the 2012 Passion for Fashion Award. The “Paragon” (meaning immaculate diamond) collection expresses eclectic and luxurious qualities from the 1930’s movement.
Her twelve pieces capture the essence of the contrast between extreme frivolity and somber frugality. Woudenberg has only just begun her career but these custom pieces are absolutely to die for and I can’t wait until her next showing.
1. Jewellery Designer Emily Woudenber, image courtesy of Emily Woudenberg
2. Emily Woudenberg Streamline Choker, $62
3. Emily Woudenberg Scarab Necklace, $142
4. Emily Woudenberg Vertex Bracelet, $62
5. Emily Woudenberg Vertex Ring, $62
By: Mijana Veljkovic, Toronto
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