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It’s that time of year again when Canadian fashion aficionados come together for a week of sartorial splendour. There’s an anticipatory hum in the air as attendees wait for the shows to begin. Guests pose for photos, staff sprint backstage and models wait anxiously for their cue. As the lights fade to black, the room goes quiet. Fashion Art Toronto (FAT) Fall 2025 is officially here. Known for being the longest-running Toronto fashion week, FAT is a force in Canada’s fashion industry. The biannual runway event recently celebrated its 20th anniversary in the spring and is back and better than ever for the fall season. From spotlighting up-and-coming Canadian designers to fostering an inclusive community of creatives, there’s no other event quite like it. This year, FASHION partnered with FAT to present Mario Fugnitto’s Spring 2026 collection. The line was rich with all things leather, from bodices and trousers to accessories and headscarves. The pieces were abstract and form-fitting, like wearing a sculpture on the body. Mario Fugnitto leaned into classic neutrals like black, brown and grey with the occasional pop of red and blue. As the models walked their final round, the person next to me leaned in and whispered, “This is the best Canadian show I’ve seen.” I can’t think of a more powerful way to kickstart the last day of FAT. Another runway worth noting was this year’s winner of the Myles Sexton Breakout Talent Award, Valmora. The Montreal-based brand debuted its newest collection at FAT and, we must say, it was quite a treat. Think lots of plaid, boxy shoulders, asymmetrical hems. The star of the show? Easily their convertible Soleno hats. With six ways to style them, the elevated trapper hats are made of wool with foldable ear flaps and a removable tail that doubles as a scarf. In true FAT fashion, the show set the stage for a rising Canadian designer to receive their flowers.
Photography by @asianwithcamera; courtesy of Fashion Art Toronto
This season, FAT played into the unexpected. A venue set in an abandoned warehouse, foster dogs strutting the runway, live dance and musical performances and more graced the stage over the course of the week. As the spotlights faded for the last time, hoots and hollers erupted across the room with celebratory hugs to ensue. After all, a seven-day fashion spectacle is no small feat, but FAT pulls it off with ease and keeps us eager for the next season to roll around. In case you missed it (or if you want to relive the fond memories), catch up on the highlights from the FAT runway below. Continue Reading
