The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) in Toronto has partnered with the Indigenous Fashion Alliance (IFA) to host a pop-up shop within their ROM Boutique. The pop-up shop features Indigenous designers and their unique fashion and textile creations. The shop will be open until February 9.
The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) in Toronto has partnered with the Indigenous Fashion Alliance (IFA) to host a pop-up shop within their ROM Boutique. IFA is an Indigenous-led non-profit organization that sustains Indigenous producers of fashion and textiles by working directly with Indigenous designers to promote their work, carving out new and innovative ways of public engagement and helping them access established modes of retail.
The ROM Boutique offers the perfect space during the busiest time of year for finding that special gift for a loved one. Here’s a preview of the designers behind this thoughtfully curated winter pop-up, on until February 9.Edie and Jacquelyn Assinewe are twin sisters from Toronto and are members of Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation. Edie creates all the beadwork and Jacquelyn sculpts the polymer clay pieces for contemporary elegant jewelry that incorporates traditional Ojibwe imagery and technique.Johns did not need to look far for inspiration as many of her family members are avid beaders. Johns works directly with clients to craft custom pieces using the very best materials available, matching her intricate designs with the personality of her client
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