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What "Mom Style" Really Means

What "Mom Style" Really Means

Long gone are the days where style and calling yourself "Mom" has to lack. Erin Trebaczkiewicz, owner of kids clothing e-tailer, The Skinny, and mother of three (including twins), writes about redefining "Mom Style".
9-minute read
Moms Who Run Businesses: Jen, BRIKA

Moms Who Run Businesses: Jen, BRIKA

"I cannot emphasize enough how much sleep and exercise play into the equation of happiness and sanity." In our series on moms who run businesses, hear from Jen Lee Koss, co-owner of BRIKA based in Toronto, on life as a mompreneur.
4-minute read
Our Take on Fall 2015 Fashion

Our Take on Fall 2015 Fashion

We break down all the outfits in our Fall 2015 look book. From cozy sweaters to knee high boots, embrace the crisp autumn air and get on board with us.
5-minute read
Kendall On: Welcoming the New

Kendall On: Welcoming the New

Kendall Barber, Poppy Barley's co-founder, let's you in on all the newness you can expect this season, including our Fall 2015 Collection (heavily inspired by the Rocky Mountains), our new magazine, and an important baby announcement!
5-minute read
Our Fall 2015 Collection - Dissected

Our Fall 2015 Collection - Dissected

Our co-founder, Justine, and the lead behind the design and development of our footwear, breaks down the inspiration, new styles and new leathers in Poppy Barley's Fall 2015 Collection.
7-minute read
On-the-Go Leather Care

On-the-Go Leather Care

Three things to carry in your purse (or murse) that will help protect your leather shoes on the go.
2-minute read
Bigger Shoe Sizes for Men

Bigger Shoe Sizes for Men

Six-foot-five and a Size 15 shoe. The Video Coach for the Edmonton Oilers shares his experience growing up with bigger-than-average feet.
4-minute read
In His Shoes: Todd Babiak

In His Shoes: Todd Babiak

Take a walk in Todd Babiak's shoes. The novelist and co-founder of StoryEngine also considers life as a bonobo, and shares the thing he's most proud of.
5-minute read
Weekend Getaway to Jasper, Alberta

Weekend Getaway to Jasper, Alberta

Kendall shares her favourite places in Jasper, Alberta to sleep, workout, hangout and fuel up.
5-minute read
On Becoming a Fashion Photographer

On Becoming a Fashion Photographer

He's obsessed with technology and capturing beautiful images. Meet Tyler Stalman - the man behind our Fall 2015 Collection lookbook, and one of the most sought-after photographers in Alberta.
7-minute read
In Her Shoes: Melina Kawecki

In Her Shoes: Melina Kawecki

"Some say I have a shoe problem. Really, I have a Poppy Barley solution." One of our top customers shares her story (and some golden tips for shoe care!).
15-minute read
Men's Product Poll: New Leather Colours

Men's Product Poll: New Leather Colours

They already come in sizes 5 thru 15, and multiple foot widths. What leather colours and textures would you like to see us introduce to our Men's shoes this season?
1-minute read