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

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.
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Shoeology: The History of the Oxford Shoe

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.
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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!).
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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.
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Behind the Business

PB Hangout: brand[ED] Edmonton

 We’re hosting brand[ED], a one day workshop for entrepreneurs and small business owners to create a business plan, define your brand, master social media tools and practice photo styling.
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Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 43

 So much happening this week: our showroom is OPEN tomorrow from 11am to 4pm; we've got a popup in Calgary next Friday; plus, our BIGGEST collaboration yet.
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Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 42

 Spring is here! Wander into our showroom at the #OldStrath Shop Hop on Thursday, and read this trick to keep your leather shoes looking fine as the snow melts away.
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Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 41

 New collection launches, VanMag, a YEGGIE, and Daylight Saving Time. Here's what's happening at Poppy Barley this week.
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In Her Shoes: Alyssa Lau

Behind the Business

In Her Shoes: Alyssa Lau

 Our new collection is inspired by powerhouse women in the business of fashion and design. Meet one such woman, and the creative behind our latest shoot.
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Behind the Business

Poppy Barley Weekly 40

 Today's update is written en route to a half-marathon in Phoenix, 10,000 feet in the sky; hear from PB co-founder, Kendall, about our new showroom, Winter Sale, and what's happening in March.
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Product Development Poll: Snakeskin Ankle Bootie

Product Design

Product Development Poll: Snakeskin Ankle Bootie

 Before we launch our next Limited Edition Collection, we need your feedback. Do you want a Black heel on your Snakeskin Ankle boot? Vote A or B here.
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Behind the Business

Poppy Barley x Bust a Move Edmonton: Win custom flats!

 We've chosen Bust a Move Edmonton as one of our charities this year! If you're taking part in the 6-hour exercise extravaganza in support of breast cancer research (or would like to!), you can also ENTER TO WIN one of three pairs of Poppy Barley flats!
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