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This Week in Fashion: Drake partners up with Nike, Toronto Etsy Street Team Christmas Marketplace

This Week in Fashion rounds up the week's style news, store openings and closings, pop-up shops, sales and upcoming fashion and design events in Toronto. Find it here every Wednesday morning.

NEWS

A couple of weeks ago, the Internet was set ablaze with news ofKanye Westsevering ties withNikeover their refusal to give him royalties for his shoe designs. But, things took another turn last week when Toronto's very ownDrakeannounced that he's designingAir Jordanswith the multi-billion-dollar brand. He's even posted a few sneak peeks on hisInstagram. Could Drake be paving the way for a career in fashion?

EVENTS/PARTIES

Tonight (December 11) from 6:30 pm until 10:30 pm,Pop Up 120(120 Ossington Ave) is celebrating the launch of their latest and greatest pop-up shop: a sleek and modern atmosphere that highlights the timeless designs of Danish womenswear brandGanni. Revel in the full fall/winter collection - including their minimalistic lingerie and luxe knitwear - over complimentary drinks and hors d'oeuvres. Plus, get 25% off your entire purchase!

Tommy Hilfigerat Yorkdale (3401 Dufferin St) wants to ring in the holidays with style. Tomorrow (December 12) from 7 pm until 9 pm, shop with a cocktail and/or hors d'oeuvre in hand, and chat up fashion blogger Marta Tryshak fromWith Love Gabriellewhile you're at it. The fun continues all weekend with an in-store photo booth and iPad contest. And if you're social media savvy enough to use the hashtag #THCanadianHoliday during the event, Tommy Hilfiger will donate $1 per post toAutism Society Canada.

TheToronto Etsy Street Teamis throwing their 1st annualChristmas Marketplaceat theChurch of Saint Stephens-in-the-Fields(103 Bellevue Ave) this Saturday (December 14) from 11 am until 5:30 pm. Enjoy live music, try your hand at a new craft during a free workshop, hang out with good ol' Saint Nick, and participate in a charity raffle... all while perusing one-of-a-kind creations by 16+ local makers.

Victoria Sorkin, a new, Toronto-based jewellery designer, is showcasing her truly unique designs this Saturday (December 14) atPomp & Pageantry(112 Scollard St). Gawk at her handmade holiday, resort, and spring 2014 collections - no doubt colourful, loud, and art deco-esque - from 11 am until 6 pm. I know I'm already eyeing a certain pair ofseafoam statement earringsto take home with me!

For one day only this Sunday (December 15),LemonTree Creations(196 Spadina Ave) will be home to a bazaar featuring one-of-a-kind goods made with love by local artists and designers. From 11 am until 6 pm, thepop-up marketcan be your one-stop shop for everything from housewares to hand-knitted treasures this holiday season... whether you're shopping for your loved ones or yourself!

Every second Sunday of the month, find unique treasures at theJunction Flea- an eclectic market filled to the brim with independent vendors. This time around (December 15), you'll get more bang for your buck (read: $2 admission fee) because the event doubles as the launch of a new skating rink at Evergreen Brickworks (550 Bayview Ave). Head down from 10 am until 5 pm to sip hot chocolate or mulled wine, and - of course - get your vintage/handmade anything-and-everything fix!

Photo of Drake by Brian Morton


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