Lezlie Oler, the entrepreneur and former lawyer behind the Halifax-based boutique In a Box, is showcasing a refreshing approach to fashion this Thursday. The boutique will present an exclusive, atelier-style fashion show that will bring a classic flair to the runway; one outfit at a time, as models walk the runway, their names and each […]
Warren D'Silva
Warren D'Silva is a journalist, model and creative; living in Halifax, NS. Finding the pulse in the lifestyle, arts, and fashion scene is his passion and telling stories that make an impact is his goal.
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From servers to engineers, nine local models balance dual careers
In an industry that often seems worlds away from the daily grind, a group of nine models from Halifax are proving that passion doesn’t punch out at 5 p.m. The Coast sat down and chatted with these local talents who clock into day jobs as engineers, financial advisors or teachers before stepping into the spotlight […]
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Halifax transforms into cultural powerhouse this week
From savouring summer in an ice cream scoop to outdoor comedy festivals, pop-up stores, and waterfront performances, something is happening on every corner. Whether you’re a style enthusiast excited for The Mills Halifax Fashion Week, a live music lover, or just looking for a reason to get out and explore, the city is buzzing with […]
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Nova Scotia artists with disabilities take centre stage at Pier 21
Artists with disabilities from across Nova Scotia will be in the spotlight this Saturday at the 13th Annual Art of Disability Festival, hosted by Independent Living Nova Scotia. Taking place at Pier 21 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the free, family-friendly event aims to showcase the creative work and voices of artists living with […]
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Upcycled reusable shopping bags hit the Halifax Fashion Week runway
A local designer who turns discarded shopping bags into runway fashion is preparing for his debut at Halifax Fashion Week, with a bigger dream in mind: a museum dedicated to wearable art. Victor Agara, a Nigerian-born artist and founder of the emerging brand VOLLTEGA, has caught attention in Nova Scotia with his colourful and unconventional […]
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Halifax boutique brings Kashmir’s hidden gems to Birmingham Street
A cultural gem has opened its doors in the heart of downtown Halifax. The Silk Route, located at 1477 Birmingham St., is more than a boutique — it’s a celebration of heritage, craftsmanship and deeply personal storytelling. Founded by Halifax local Cailean Jan, the store honours her husband’s Kashmiri roots through a carefully curated collection […]
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Your guide to Halifax’s ultimate long weekend
Friday and a new month land on the same day this week, and Halifax is strutting into August with flair. The long weekend brings sunshine, parades, fireworks and wall-to-wall energy as the city lights up with festivals, comedy, music and sports. Whether you’re grabbing your spot on the boardwalk for the buskers or dancing until […]
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Nova Scotia kids turn dreams into business
Two young performers from Nova Scotia are taking entrepreneurship into their own hands, proving that passion, sustainability, and hard work can go hand in hand. Ten-year-old Grace Duplissea of Halifax and 12-year-old Frankie Parnell of New Glasgow are not just kids with big dreams. They are budding entrepreneurs determined to fund their modelling and dance […]
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Halifax vintage boutique gives back $4,000 to local causes
Racks of clothing in a vivid rainbow gradient line the walls at Esmé & Evee, the newest vintage boutique tucked into the heart of Halifax’s North End. Located at 2674 Agricola St., the store greets customers with curated vintage treasures dating as far back as 1970, all hand-selected and quality-checked by owner Madeleine Villa. “I […]
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Halifax artists get a shot at opening for Kid LAROI or Dom Dolla
The Magnetic World Music Festival is giving local artists a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform alongside global stars like Dom Dolla and The Kid LAROI as part of its 2025 edition, set to take place from Sept. 26 to 28 in Halifax. For the first time in the festival’s history, organizers are hosting an open contest […]
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Halifax takes centre stage as VIONNE Magazine launches their cover
In a celebration of fashion, community, and representation, VIONNE Magazine is launching its first cover right here in Halifax. The exclusive launch party is being hosted at Ela Lani Hair Salon and Spa, a vibrant and culturally-rooted salon owned by Pearl Ejelike, a multi-hyphenate creative, entrepreneur, and the mastermind behind the signature hairstyles featured in […]
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Halifax workshop is set to turn climate grief into art
Halifax residents are being invited to explore their climate grief, anxiety and hope through paper, glue and shared silence, rather than protest. Tender Earth is a collage workshop led by award-winning science educator, climate storyteller, and digital media producer Ive Velikova, and it takes place Friday, July 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Open […]
