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THE SIMPLICITY OF SPORT

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JILL MONSODART DIRECTOR

AFIYA FRANCISCOEDITOR-IN-CHIEF

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JESSICA HAISINGERMAKEUP ARTIST

KAREN WONGCOPY CHIEF

THE SPORT TREND that the fashion world has come to love is no longer as obvious as its initial inception.

For this issue a stylish group of fitness enthusiasts interpret the minimalist evolution of ‘athleisure’. The result is beautifully remixed performance pieces that work better on the street than in the studio.

From 3.1 Phillip Lim to Jason Wu, dewy complexions were all over the runway—a post-workout glow is perhaps most virtuous, but for the off days, our makeup artist Jessica Haisinger works her makeup brush to similar effect. And how could we chat (sartorial) sport without mentioning endurance, and so, our market pages highlight healthy and tasty treats to buy and make. Game, set, match.

Afiya Francisco, Editor-in-Chiefthestylehouse.ca

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—WALT WHITMAN

Simplicity is the glory of expression.

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Simple not staid. Unexpected details can make all the difference.

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“The design of athletic clothing is meant to be comfortable, breathable and allow for freedom of movement. These features appeal to so many people and are taking over mainstream.”

—KIMBERLY LYNEDITOR, INFLUENCER AND WRITER, THESOULSOFMYSHOES.COM

ÊTRE CÉCILE TANK, $130. CLOVER CANYON PANTS, $420 AT THE HUDSON’S BAY. CAMILLA SKOVGAARD HEELS.

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Experiment with performance-based fabrics. Neoprene and stretch jersey are on-point favourites for athletic-inspired looks.

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“Simplicity is so elusive because it actually requires more work than its antithesis (chaos). It relies so much on restraint. It’s easy to pile on the accessories or have a cluttered workspace—

the law of entropy even says so. The universe is headed towards maximum disorder. Being a minimalist is a tough gig, but there is so much beauty in all that effort.”

— JUSTINE IABONIFASHION WRITER AND STYLE BLOGGER, JETSETJUSTINE.COM

NIKE JACKET. TIGER OF SWEDEN DRESS, $269. KEEN SHOES. 1:FACE WATCH. TRIANGLE TOP, $89 (BIKINI SET).

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“‘Athleisure’ is less of a trend and more of a permanent sea change in fashion. The most obvious reason stems from people

embracing healthier lifestyles. [But we] also demand more functionality from our wardrobes; with my extremely hectic

schedule, I need clothing that exudes comfort and style and that can take me from the gym/studio to the street.”

—SASHA EXETERCREATIVE DIRECTOR/CONTENT CREATOR, SOSASHA.COMT

BROKE&LIVING BRACELET. NIKE TANK. BABATON TROUSER AT ARITZIA. ZARA HEELS.

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Dress up performance pieces with heels and hit the street in style.

Sharp tailoring and clean lines take sport chic to a whole new level.

“Although there is a simplicity to the sports luxe look, to pull it off as more ‘runway’ than ‘running errands in the ‘burbs,’ you have to have the right attitude to rock the look.”

—KAREN KWANWRITER, HEALTHANDSWELLNESS.COM

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ALL AT TIGER OF SWEDEN.

Strike a balance. Leather and metallics instantly soften when paired with diaphanous materials and fluid shapes.

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“For athletes, the less they have on to get in their way, the better—but that means what they are wearing has to be the best for their needs. In my style, I try to channel the same principle of choosing items that deliver on multiple

purposes, beyond pure aesthetics.”

—JEN MASSEAUEDITOR & STYLIST

TOPSHOP TOP, $68. BABATON SKIRT, $98 AT ARITZIA. ZARA HAT, $20 (MEN’S). TED BAKER SHOES, $170. FOREVER 21 EARRINGS, BRACELET. VINCE CAMUTO BAG.

FOREVER 21 TOP. ZARA SWEATER. H&M PANTS. NIKE SHOES.

“There’s something that’s just so appealing about the whole ‘sports luxe’ aesthetic—it’s sleek, cool and effortless. It’s also empowering. The fact that I, as a woman, feel more confident in a bomber jacket and

sneakers than a miniskirt and heels is pretty great—less is definitely more!”

—VANESSA CESARIOCREATOR AND EDITOR, THEBRUNETTESALAD.COM

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Minimal effort for maximum impact. A black and white colour scheme is easy and affordable to emulate with pieces from your own wardrobe—to striking effect.

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True beauty never fades; it radiates the kind of glow that makes you turn your head and look. [It's the] same way you unconsciously look for the stars when the night is dark.—VERONIKA JENSEN

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The sporty trend is fresh, bronzed skin with an accentuated flush.

JESSICA HAISINGER, MAKEUP ARTIST

Choose a bright blush to accentuate a natural flush.

KEY ELEMENTS: BOBBI BROWN ALL OVER BRONZING GEL SPF 15, ‘APRICOT’ BLUSH. MAKEUP FOREVER HD POWDER. MAC ‘RUSSIAN RED’ LIPGLASS. TIGER OF SWEDEN TOP, $169.

THE STYLE GUIDE 20The key to creating this look is fresh bronzed skin.

KEY ELEMENTS: BOBBI BROWN ALL OVER BRONZING GEL. URBAN DECAY ‘TRICK’ EYESHADOW. JANE IREDALE ‘RED CURRANT’ PUREGLOSS LIP GLOSS.Left

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Play up the eyes with a soft, smudged eyeliner and a light, shimmery wash of colour. KEY ELEMENTS: MAKEUP FOREVER HD FOUNDATION, POWDER. MAC ‘DEVIL’ BLUSH, ‘LADYBUG’ LIPSTICK, ‘FULFILLED’ LIPGLASS.

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Fall head over heels with tousled and textured hair.KEY ELEMENTS: BOBBI BROWN ALL OVER BRONZING GEL SPF 14

AND LONG WEAR 'BLACK INK' GEL EYELINER. TIGER OF SWEDEN TANK.

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Dab a little extra red lipstick in the centre of lips for a perfect pout.KEY ELEMENTS: BOBBI BROWN ALL OVER BRONZING GEL. MAC ‘TK’ LIPSTICK. JANE IREDALE ‘RED CURRANT’

PUREGLOSS LIP GLOSS. ZARA TOP. NIKE SPORT BRA.

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Use powder sparingly for a natural finish.KEY ELEMENTS: BOBBI BROWN

ALL OVER BRONZING GEL SPF 15, ‘NECTARINE’ BLUSH.

MAKEUP FOREVER HD POWDER. LINE KNITWEAR DRESS, $245.

FOREVER 21 EARRINGS.

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the best fashion statement.

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STRENGTH IN RESTORATIONTEXT BY KIMBERLY LYN

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PARK LIFE TOP, $28. LEGGINGS, $45 AT TNA.

Restorative postures give your body and mind the opportunity to slow down and rest.

Kimberly Lyn shares a yoga sequence that delivers the gift of quiet relaxation.

RESTORE BY JEFF KRANSO, THE COFOUNDER OF WANDERLUST FESTIVALS, WANDERLUST (RODALE) IS THE YOGINI’S ULTIMATE GUIDE ON AND OFF OF THE MAT. THIS MODERN ESSENTIAL IS A BEAUTIFUL TOME THAT CONNECTS YOGA THE PRACTICE WITH YOGA THE LIFESTYLE.

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CHILD’S POSE (BALASANA) TAKE WIDE LEGGED CHILD’S POSE TO HELP NEUTRALIZE YOUR BACK AFTER USING THE BLOCK. THE STYLE GUIDE 28

EASY POSE (SUKHASANA)PLACE YOUR HANDS AT HEART CENTRE, IN YOUR LAP OR ON YOUR KNEES, AND CLOSE YOUR EYES. BREATHE EVENLY AND CLEAR YOUR MIND OF ALL THOUGHTS.

LEGS UP THE WALL POSE (VIPARITA KARANI)THIS VERSION OF VIPARITA KARANI USES A BLOCK, NO WALL. PLACE THE BLOCK ON ITS LOWEST HEIGHT UNDER YOUR SACRUM AND RAISE YOUR LEGS IN THE AIR. THIS POSTURE WILL RELIEVE TIRED AND CRAMPED FEET, AS WELL AS GENTLY STRETCH THE LOWER BACK.

LOWER SPINE STRETCHPLACE THE BLOCK AT ITS LOWEST HEIGHT UNDER YOUR SACRUM. GRADUALLY INCREASE THE HEIGHT OF THE BLOCK TO DEEPEN THE BACKBEND TO STRETCH THE LOWER SPINE AS WELL AS OPEN UP THE FRONT BODY.

CHEST OPENERPLACE ONE BLOCK AT ITS HIGHEST HEIGHT (HORIZONTAL) AND ANOTHER AT ITS SECOND HIGHEST HEIGHT (VERTICAL). SLOWLY LEAN BACK ON THESE BLOCKS AND REST HEAD COMFORTABLY ON THE HIGHEST BLOCK WITH THE SECOND BLOCK BETWEEN YOUR SHOULDER BLADES.

CORPSE POSE (SAVASANA)END THIS SEQUENCE IN CORPSE POSE TO BRING THE BODY AND MIND INTO A STATE OF TOTAL RELAXATION.

Restorative postures give your body and mind the opportunity to slow down and rest.

Kimberly Lyn shares a yoga sequence that delivers the gift of quiet relaxation.

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—HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW

“ In character, in manner, in style, in all things, the supreme excellence is simplicity.”

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Refresh and lighten up summer looks with accessories in pale marine hues. 1 Inspired by meditation and the concept of Zen, the design of these soft grey Nike ‘Roshe Flyknit’ runners ($155) consists of only the most essential elements and represents the beauty of simplicity in motion. 2 Use this Tiger of Sweden backpack to tote your essentials in sporty style. 3 Credited with shaping the direction of action sports and luxury product design, these rose-mirrored Jacques Marie Mage sunglasses ($695) at Kaltenbock are the perfect statement piece to complement an understated outfit. 4 The aptly named Fountain line of concentrated beauty supplements offers elixirs for energy, happiness and youth. The brand’s ‘The Hyaluronic Molecule’ ($38, shown) promises to keep skin plump and happy, and is part of our daily routine. 5 Happiness Project author Gretchen Rubin is back with a book of strategies to help make good habits easy, effortless and automatic in Better Than Before (Doubleday Canada). 6 Bluetooth capable and foldable, these premium Harman/Kardon by Harman ‘Soho Wireless’ headphones ($250) deliver on performance and cool factor.

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An androgynous, somber palette epitomizes cool versatility. Say hello to your new summer essentials.

1 This Forever 21 necklace ($10, set of two) is simply perfect. 2 We are major fans of Leaves of Trees, a small batch, all-natural skin care brand. Everything is fantastic, and the effective ‘Eucalyptus Mint’ deodorant ($15) is no different. 3 Jacques Marie Mage sunglasses, $675 at Kaltenbock.

4 These Lacoste ($46) slides are too handsome to be restricted to the pool. Pair them with skirts and dresses for stylish contrast. 5 Charcoal has been used for centuries by the Japanese and Chinese for a variety of purposes, and Canadian company Savon du Bois has honed the ancient ingredient to create ‘Bamboo Charcoal’ ($6), a gentle, quadruple anti (-viral, -fungal, oxidant, -microbial) soap that we swear is a complexion game-changer. 6 Meiresthai offers jewellery that is stunning in its simplicity. Case in point: these easy-to-wear earrings ($45).

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When made with fresh, nutritious ingredients—and love—fuel for the body becomes fuel for the soul. Toronto-based The Grassroots Kitchen is the brand behind our latest favourite, no-guilt treats: delicious, organic, vegan energy spheres, which we cannot get enough of ($2.50 per package). Coconut water has been a buzz drink among natural foodies for a while, but Thirsty Buddha has reinvigorated the topic with another level of fresh taste and delicious straight-from-the-coconut pulp ($2, pulp free also available). If you’re inclined to try your hand at good-for-you nutrition, we recommend Yum Universe: Infinite Possibilities for a Gluten-Free, Plant-Powerful, Whole-Food Lifestyle by Heather Crosby (BenBella Books) for easy and delicious plant-powered recipes. Love Fed: Purely Decadent, Simply Raw, Plant-Based Desserts by Christina Ross (BenBella Books) is packed with yummy and decadent ways to indulge healthfully.

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Comprised of magnesium and sulfate, simple Epsom salt is hailed as a beauty powerhouse with a multitude of amazing uses. Both a natural exfoliant and an anti-inflammatory product, the salt is a wonderful and cost-effective tool to create a luxe at-home spa experience. We particularly love Dr Teal’s Therapeutic Solutions Epsom Salt Soaking Solution ‘Relax & Relief with Eucalyptus Spearmint,’ $5.

AS A MUSCLE RELIEVERCreate a paste by dissolving a tablespoon of Epsom salt into a cup of hot water and cooling the solution in the refrigerator for 20 minutes. Apply to sore muscles after a workout.

EPSOM SALTSAS AN EXFOLIATORGently massage wet skin with handfuls of Epsom salt. The coarse texture will cleanse and get rid of dead skin cells.

AS A HAIR VOLUMIZERCombine equal parts Epsom salt and conditioner. Apply and leave in for 20 minutes before rinsing to help rid hair of excess oil, which can weigh hair down and leave it looking flat.

AS AN AFTER-SUN TREATMENTAnti-inflammatory properties make Epsom salt a great tool for alleviating sunburn irritation. Fill an empty spray bottle with 2 tablespoons of Epsom salt and 1 cup of water. Spray where needed.

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We, too, share this love affair with the simplest of fabrics. The perfect pair of jeans is the one that you never want to take off, that see you from day through to evening—and around again. What separates the exceptional from the average is

an attention to detail, where every feature from the perfect cuff, stitch, wash and patch is carefully considered and chosen. Applauded among denim aficionados for this level of craftsmanship, every style of PAIGE jeans is wear-tested again and again—which is why, by the time you slip into a pair, they are an instant favourite.

}A slight boyfriend fit in a light wash is the updated answer to easy weekend style. PAIGE Denim Jimmy Jimmy Skinny ‘Talia’, $305. paige.com

I have often said that I wish I had invented blue jeans: the most spectacular, the most practical, the most relaxed and nonchalant. They have expression, modesty, sex appeal, simplicity...

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