The Read

Product Design

Shoeology: What We're Talking About When We Talk Lasts

How a shoe both looks and fits is determined by its "last". Find out how these three-dimensional molds help—literally—to shape your footwear.

Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 48

A new summer collection, a spring sale, a birthday, and a Fashion Revolution. Your Sunday read lies in Poppy Barley's weekly re-cap - written by Erika.

Behind the Business

Desk Tell-All: Yvonne, Customer Experience Lead

Is it ironic that our Customer Care Lead has a serious love affair with shoes? It's time to meet Yvonne, one big part the Poppy Barley team, by inspecting her desk.

Profiles

In Her Shoes: Anna Liesemeyer

Our Snakeskin collection was inspired by powerhouse women working in the business of fashion and design. Today, we're talking to the founder of In Honor of Design and The Brand Market. Spend a day in Anna's (Poppy Barley) shoes...

Product Design

Shoeology: The History of the Derby Shoe

Just as the Oxford shoe was emerging in the 1800s, so was its sister, the Derby.

Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 47

This week: we redistribute our Snakeskin leather to meet your demands, another sneak peek at the Summer Collection thanks to Ania B. and new Showroom hours.

Lifestyle

Poppy Barley Summer Playlist

With summer around the not-too-distant corner, we've put together a playlist of fresh music to tide you over until it arrives.

Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 46

This is a must-read: our popup shop at Simons continues, we have lots of showroom happenings, we're hiring, and we have a MAJOR reason for you to subscribe to our mailing list.

Profiles

bluboho Popup Shop: Meet Audrey (the woman making it happen)

Ontario jewellery line bluboho is hosting a popup shop at the Poppy Barley showroom in Edmonton on April 15th. Get to know the woman responsible for making it happen, and why we choose the partners we do.

Product Design

Shoeology: The History of the Oxford Shoe

What is today considered the most formal of men’s shoes is likely the product of rebellious college kids hundreds of years ago.

Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 44

This week, we reveal the secret to the Edmonton Oilers' recent success, share several MAJOR events happening this April, and provide an important product update (time to get your Ruby Red leather!).

Lifestyle

Guest Post: Vine Styles on Wine, Beer, Scotch, and Shoes

Poppy Barley is popping up at Vine Styles, Calgary, from March 27-28. See what types of wine, beer and scotch tastings they've paired with our Men's Collection.