The Read

 
Desk Tell-All: Erika, Retail Experience Coordinator

Behind the Business

Desk Tell-All: Erika, Retail Experience Coordinator

 She knows Tagalog, a little German & Spanish, and sarcasm (fluently). Find out more about Erika by inspecting the contents of her desk, plus why she went from intern to full-time employee.
4-minute read
Poppy Barley Weekly 49

Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 49

 We're popping up in Calgary, Toronto and Vancouver this month; our SPRING SALE ends tomorrow; our Edmonton showroom is open on Saturdays. We had a puppy play-date this week. Find out all that's happening at PB...
3-minute read
10 Podcasts You Should Be Listening To

Lifestyle

10 Podcasts You Should Be Listening To

 Finding good Podcasts is hard. So we did the work for you.
9-minute read
Poppy Barley Popup Poll: Vancouver

Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Popup Poll: Vancouver

 Poppy Barley is planning a visit to Vancouver at the end of May - and we need a popup location! So, we decided to do what we always do - ask you!
1-minute read
Shoeology: What We're Talking About When We Talk Lasts

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.
3-minute read
Poppy Barley Weekly 48

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.
5-minute read
Desk Tell-All: Yvonne, Customer Experience Lead

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.
3-minute read
In Her Shoes: Anna Liesemeyer

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...
10-minute read
Shoeology: The History of the Derby Shoe

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.
3-minute read
Poppy Barley Weekly 47

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.
3-minute read
Poppy Barley Summer Playlist

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.
2-minute read
Poppy Barley Weekly 46

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.
4-minute read