Iona Monahan: A legendary figure in Montreal Fashion Journalism. In the fall of last year District Central decided to celebrate one of Montreal’s most famous and influential fashion journalists, Iona Monahan. The city of Montreal chose Monahan as one of the 375 women who are to be honoured across Montreal during the city’s 375th year. […]
Love is love: an exhibition by Jean Paul Gaultier
An inspiring morning at the love is love press release. Love is Love is a new installation to be exhibited exclusively at the Musee des Beaux-Arts de Montreal (MBAM), from the 27th May, until the 9th of October, 2017. The installation is a collaboration between French fashion icon, Jean Paul Gaultier and MBAM. I had the […]
What to See at Festival Mode & Design 2016
Local fashion holds a special place in the hearts of Central District business folk – like us! To honor our undying love for the neighbourhood, we’ve highlighted the following shows during this years Festival Mode & Design. The 2016 FMD conferences are headed by a handful of industry stylists, insiders and associated artists. This years […]
5 Fashion Houses of District Central
Fashion runs through the veins of Montreal with the same passion as poutine and smoked meat. Except fashion folks likely don’t eat much of either of those dishes. As you may know, District Central is home to several major fashion brands. Recognized and appreciated internationally, these are a few of the brands that have helped […]