Declaration of Indie-pendence

Montreal is a real hubbub of indie culture. Fans of the underground and obscure have developed such a huge network of websites and blogs that it has become mainstream to be indie. Sort of an oxymoron. Indie artists are so numerous that it’s hard to keep up with the ongoings of their world appropriately on this blog.

But I have gathered for you some of my picks of those whom I find have done a great job in spreading appreciation and respect to fellow DIY (do-it-yourself) artists. They will thoroughly quench a part of your needs of anything that is out of the mainstream and out of the glossy fashion magazines, however their partying antics can be just as crazy.

Worn Fashion Journal
I’m not sure if there are any other magazine of its kind in Montreal, but it certainly is very polished. All of the cover art are made by local artists, whether they’re photographers or illustrators, they interview people with great sense of style, a love for vintage clothing, and tips and tricks to mend your threads.

Headquarter Galerie & Boutique
This pretty little shop in the Gay Village simply has a great collection of very unique pieces of clothes, accessories, trinkets, and artwork by local Montrealers. I love reading through their blog posts with their Look of The Week, and obsession with Etsy (Worn is obsessed with that store too btw).

Indyish
Perhaps one of the best known indie networks that gathers bloggers, writers, photographers, artists, fashion designers and musical artists under one roof.

Mesa Moda
A relatively new fashion blog, which in their own words, “is a Montréal-based monthly web-mag dedicated to the cause of original, artistic and ethically minded fashion.” Their written works are in forms of magazine-like layouts with tons of photos.

The Pregnant Goldfish – Shut Up You Twit!
A whirlwind of street style photos and zany comments.