Photography by Aleyah Solomon

When the hustle-and-bustle of World MasterCard Fashion Week in Toronto dies down, we always remember the runway shows, the glory moments of designers and the fun incidents in the tents. But it’s also a great time to reflect back on the creative process that takes place behind it all – backstage.

We track the preparation for some shows in our latest photo essay.

Maybelline’s head make-up artist Grace Lee with Soïa & Kyo model.

Prep for another masterpiece art show by Korhani Home.

While waiting for their turn, models pose for FAJO.