tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-65166004240070339402024-03-12T21:10:47.523-07:00DYLANINTHECITYAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01542249516311506160noreply@blogger.comBlogger209125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516600424007033940.post-1801328367434486062013-06-06T16:40:00.002-07:002013-06-06T17:08:36.082-07:00Saying Goodbye / Reaching the Zenith<div style="text-align: justify;">
I know that I've been absent lately, and I know that there's a lot happening around me; so I'm here to clear the air, gain some ground, and let you all know why I've been so quiet and clandestine. Without going into the raw specifics (because I assure you, the reason, when you come to know of it, will be worth it);<b> Dylan In The City is closing</b>. Saying goodbye to you - amazing readers, blogosphere, and all the opportunities that have come with a combination of my blog, my Hairstyling career, and some of the incredible friends, artists, and entrepreneurs I've met along the way. But don't fret! I'm not fading into obscurity (well, maybe I have been a little bit lately, haha!) I'm rather just on the road to something greater, newer, and inherently better.</div>
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As you may have read in my <b><a href="http://dylaninthecity.blogspot.ca/2013/05/the-fashion-frontier-update.html" target="_blank">earlier post</a></b>, my career and my focus in the Fashion Industry is about to take a drastic shift. A shift for me, my industry, my clientele, and everything I've built so far. In the midst of this shift I have come to the conclusion that I will have the added benefit of focusing more on my writing, my editorial skills; all the while learning and building on this new path away from Hair. That being said, <i>Dylan In The City</i> isn't closing for just any reason; it's evolving and giving way to something much greater. Something that I've been working on so passionately that it's kept me away from here; which may account for quietness. Well, that and all this transition. </div>
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Come Fall 2013, expect a big, new, wonderful pop from me as I launch a brand new online venture: <b>Zenith</b>. The apex, the highest point, the best, the ultimate, the vista, the absolute. <b>Zenith </b>will be the personification of those iconic and powerful words. In what sense I can't say yet, because I'd rather not spoil the surprise; but I'm hoping that you, and many more, will join me in celebrating it. It will be greater than a personalized blog; it will be powerful, interesting, and a collaborative congregation of people who simply love art. What's not to adore? I'll be working on it all throughout the Summer, and I will be updating it's progress as usual on my many Social outlets / <b>@TheDylanDias</b>. I am so, so, so excited to start my new path that <b>Zenith </b>seemed the best way to express it. This time it counts. <b>Fashion is my world, beauty is my world, creativity is my world - it's my Zenith</b>. What's yours?</div>
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A couple of days ago I had the unique privilege of experiencing <b><i><a href="http://www.rudsak.com/index.php#about" target="_blank">Rudsak</a></i></b>, one of Canada's premiere and most sought-after Design Houses, present their <b>Fall 2013 Preview</b> here in Toronto at the beautiful <b><i><a href="http://www.templarhotel.com/" target="_blank">Templar Hotel</a></i></b>; uniquely titled <b><i>Stardust</i></b>. Before I start ranting about the beauty of design and how incredible it all is, I should speak first about the impact <i>Rudsak </i>carries with it, and why that in itself is cause for celebration enough.</div>
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Hailing from Montréal, and ruling it, <i>Rudsak </i>has been an inspirationally powerful brand since it's inception almost two decades ago. Possessing an aesthetic that bases itself on rich, luxurious materials; <i>Rudsak </i>often manages to balances the fine line of Canadian rustic-heritage with inner-city, youthful polish. Clean lines, brilliant palettes, and an urban edge balance out a traditionally strong aesthetic of functional luggage-wear and seasonally practical outerwear. The quality of their leather, being known for the way they use it, is unmatched in our market - and you honestly can't appreciate it (which is something I quickly learned) until you see it.</div>
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The <b>Fall 2013 Preview</b> event I attended was guided by Matt, a representative of the iconic brand, who carefully, methodically, and passionately guided us through a variety of staple looks for <i>Rudsak's </i>Autumn. From the get-go I was immediately smitten by the quality of the leather. I saw <i>Rudsak </i>present this season at <b><i><a href="http://worldmastercardfashionweek.com/" target="_blank">World MasterCard Fashion Week</a></i></b> but I had no idea how incredible the pieces actually were until I saw them up close. The Moto-Jackets were fiercely cut, inky black, and detailed in a Gold Lamé-esque fabric and Faux-Pony in the most brilliantly rich <b><span style="color: #990000;">Oxblood</span></b>. The structured boning, clasps, and zips were an embrace of a past era - <i>70's disco meets 90's grunge</i>, as Matt would say, in tandem with the line's name; <i style="font-weight: bold;">Stardust. </i>And also, quite clearly, in tandem with the 90's elements we've been seeing trend enormously in Fashion this Season.</div>
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Despite the awesome aesthetic of the Collection, I was more impressed by the amount of design intelligence. Every piece in <i>Rudsak's </i>arsenal of leather and coats were multi-functional and incredibly detailed - from the fabric choice to the piping to the way it's worn. They are extremely high quality and you can easily get two, even three looks from almost every one of their classic Winter pieces. Many coats were multi-layered; featuring unique button closures, texturally diverse leather, nylon, and fur; and the option of removing, adding on, or altering at least one part of the coat as you wear it. Brilliant design composition - both functional and beautiful; quality meets grace, it's really quite awesome!</div>
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One of my favourite pieces of the entire presentation was a beautifully striped, cowl-necked Winter dress. It was textured in intricately lined strips of leather with black mesh in between, but it cut and curled around the curves of the body in bold triangles and shapes, creating form through it's texture. It was a beautifully detailed pieces that you could easily dress up or down in the richest black, which was a huge palette theme for the entire <i>Rudsak </i>showcase. <b>Love!</b></div>
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Some of the best pieces of the entire showcase were the accessories. Boasting a brilliant mix of fur lined hats, chic, iPhone sensitive leather gloves, and both wax-coated and chalkboard-finished leather satchels in the richest colours. Like we've said before, <i>Rudsak </i>is famous for their luggage-wear, and this season's Collection is no exception. The quality of the bags are bar-none, and yet they remain totally affordable in a high designer market. Finished cleanly or distressed, the wax-coated leathers are luxurious to the touch as well as the sight. I highly recommend investing in some of their luggage if you're being introduced to <i>Rudsak </i>for the first time; it will give you a sense of the quality of the leather without the price tag of a full Winter coat. But, chances are, if you love the bag as much as I know you will, you will probably get the coat to partner!</div>
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Rounding out the entire showcase was a diverse mix of new <i>Rudsak </i>Menswear. Matt was quick to point out that <i>Rudsak </i>is interested in investing more time in Menswear, which, as a person who is an advocate for the evolution of Men's Design, was thrilling for me. He presented us with more brilliant black knitwear, some of which were wax-coated in glossy finishes that mirrored their brilliant coats; as well as a unique and quality collection of powerful bubble coats and classic Moto-cuts. We were smitten from beginning to end.</div>
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<i>Rudsak </i>continues to be an International leader in leather design hailing from a Canadian market. I couldn't be more proud nor impressed with the aesthetic, incredible quality, and amazing functionality of their <b>Fall 2013 Collection</b> that continue to keep <i>Rudsak </i>at the forefront of amazing fashion. It was an absolute pleasure!</div>
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Visit <i>Rudsak </i>in Downtown Toronto at the corner of <b>Queen & John</b> and invest in some fantastic Winter wear today. Show your support for Canadian Fashion and Canadian talent!</div>
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unforgettably on-point and vivid Collection of fantastic denim at their Fall
2013 Preview here in Toronto. And when I say vivid, I don’t necessarily mean in
colour – I’m talking attitude. We’re seeing 90’s-era grunge blend with
Moto-inspired leather, patchwork textural denim on denim, and some of the
sexiest, slickest washes from </span><i style="text-align: justify;">HUDSON </i><span style="text-align: justify;">as a brand yet.</span><br />
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I was beyond smitten from the get-go when I started seeing
that 90’s element peek through. Claudia presented us with a nostalgic return to
the prestige of true denim - classic blue washed, both distressed and richly
inky, lined with bright yellow stitching or accented with faded tones and
ripped fabric. They were two different looks from one great era; clean denim
vs. destroyed denim. <i><b>“Destroy & Repair”</b></i> (coined by <i>HUDSON</i>) was something I
absolutely loved for Spring; and was a major precursor to all the grunge
elements we’re seeing in Fashion right now. <i>HUDSON </i>has taken this same idea,
destroying Jeans only to wear them again, to a crisper level with darker washes
and richer tones – something indicative of what Fall Fashion means. Adore.<o:p></o:p></div>
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biggest trends of the year makes a re-appearance in <i>HUDSON’s </i>fall lineup to an
aesthetic that echoes the unabashed, biker-glam of urban London. Zipped, richly
made dark denim, both shiny and matte, solidify <i>HUDSON </i>as a sexy, youthful
legwear design house with wicked leather elements. We were absolutely taken
with the gold, zipped pieces, the textural patchwork of denim on denim, and
especially the rich inkiness of some of <i>HUDSON’s </i>most beautiful
blackest-of-black pieces. This 90’s-era trend goes beyond the youthful
liberation of blue denim, but instead delves far into the sexy, dark, brooding
identity of punk with a chic edge – studs, patchwork fabric, and glossy
textures in chestnut brown, deep black, charcoal grey, and brilliant oxblood.
The wax-coated denim added to this aesthetic, and was our absolute favourite
look for the entire showing! The matte yet shiny texture of the wax is not
quite as powerful as leather, but not quite as understated and effortless as a
pair of classic denim pants either. It’s edgy but easy, which seems to be in
perfect tandem with what <i>HUDSON </i>is all about to begin with. Fantastic! I think
I speak for everyone who was at the preview in saying that I wish every showing
rack in the room was with me at home. A wonderful preview for a fierce Season
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<i>HUDSON </i>has continued to be a remarkable source for great
denim since its inception, and I can speak volumes about how tasteful each
Season of <i>HUDSON </i>is – but I want to try and explain it in a better way. <i>HUDSON
</i>is a company that continues to design with significance, and what I mean by
that is the ability to take fresh inspiration from classic elements, all the
while re-creating and re-imagining current, evolving trends. They never forget
their history, pulling elements from London consistently in each Season, and
always utilize creative and artistic outlets to showcase their aesthetic.
Whether through insta-campaigns, performance art, or just fantastic urban
street photography; <i>HUDSON </i>presents an identity each Season. And it’s an
identity that permeates – youthful, fierce, neoteric, individual, easy. <i>HUDSON</i>,
I think I love you.<o:p></o:p></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01542249516311506160noreply@blogger.com0Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285985999999994 -80.028631299999986 44.020466 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516600424007033940.post-60244136269187619942013-05-01T07:49:00.001-07:002013-05-01T12:41:08.746-07:00The Fashion Frontier / An Update<div style="text-align: justify;">
Yes, I am still alive, despite all your worries! I have to apologize blogosphere, for taking a much needed and slightly clandestine leave-of-absence from any serious writing here at <b><i><a href="http://www.dylaninthecity.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Dylan In The City</a></i></b>. A very busy beginning to the year, both on a personal and professional level, has been quite the trip. From shows, to photo shoots, to very busy salon days, and to personal commitments! My life needed a tune-down, and I refrained for a bit from any events and anything outside of my day-to-day work as a hairstylist, including blogging, to be completely and totally honest. But <b>Spring is here</b> in Toronto, <i>finally</i>! And the energy of blue skies and bright sunshine is not without it's perks. I have a lot to say about where I'm headed and a lot to say about what I plan to do this year - with this blog, with my path, and with Fashion in this enigmatic city of ours.</div>
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For quite a while, even before I started writing here, I've been dwindling and balancing between the worlds of Fashion and Beauty. As a busy hairstylist, I am constantly grounded to my trade work day-in and day-out that comes before anything else. I've built a long-standing clientele and have worked tirelessly and passionately within this industry for almost 7 years. Though both Fashion and Beauty are totally related and intermixable industries, there is a gap that exists, and it exists only for the professional behind it (as opposed to the media in front of it). I've enjoyed the privilege, honour, and pleasure of changing people's lives, their actual energy and pride, with the work that I do - but I believe I am officially over with it. And I don't mean for that to sound negative, because it isn't. My relationship with Beauty will be an honourable one, something that has forever changed me. But recently, in my dive into Fashion freelancing, I find myself gravitating towards the apex of an industry that powers itself from <b>clothes</b>, and not <b>hair</b>. I feel myself being drawn to an industry I've been obsessed with for years, and it's just finally come to a point where I had to make a decision to be a hairstylist in Fashion, or <i>be</i> Fashion. So, to be frank, I've decided to leave the Beauty industry that I've spent an innumerable amount of energy, hours, and incredible experiences in. Like a bittersweet break-up, it is both sad and exciting. I feel that I followed my heart into hair, and I also am following it to leave it behind. I dream now of working with clothes, working within the industry, and turning my freelance creativity, journalism, and vision into an editorial career. I want to take Fashion further, further in Canada and further in the World; further than a Salon position would allow me. This is why I've been so absent lately - a lot of introspection, a lot of challenges to consider, and even more sensitivities between clients and myself. Though, I'm happy to say, most people have been outrageously supportive.</div>
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I plan to return to school this fall to learn and specialize in Fashion as an industry and business. My intention is to nurture what I've already learned in my years of working behind-the-chair both in Fashion and in-Salon, and to also learn more how the industry works and I where I can find my fit. I have dreams of working in Editorials and Editing, taking Fashion back to a time of opulent and striking visuals - I want my creativity, my writing, and my view of Fashion to be heard; and I am more than willing to put the work in that I need to. School will present me with the tools, and I can't even describe how excited I am to run with them after it's complete. With the start of a new direction into a new career, I have also decided to launch an exciting new project scheduled for a Fall/Winter release this year. A project that will re-define Fashion Media in Toronto and provide a source unlike any other. A project that will jump leaps and bounds ahead of an ordinary, innocent blog like this and into an arena of cutting-edge, high-end fabulousness. A project that will be the precursor to the beginning of the legacy I intend to leave in this industry.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01542249516311506160noreply@blogger.com0Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285987 -80.028631299999986 44.020464999999994 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516600424007033940.post-65677785981205356152013-04-22T12:34:00.001-07:002013-04-22T12:34:34.750-07:00Published Session / VIVA FRIDA for COCO Magazine<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>VIVA FRIDA</b> / <b><i><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Coco-Magazine/146164908815301?fref=ts" target="_blank">COCO Magazine</a></i></b> <a href="http://issuu.com/cocomagazine/docs/maypart1/45" target="_blank">(May 2013 Part I)</a></div>
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Photography / <b><i><a href="http://www.hollywoodsnobphotography.com/" target="_blank">Allysa Cervantes</a></i></b> </div>
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Working with this team creating this spread was nothing short of magnificent! Total cohesion in execution, challenging work, fantastic visuals; creating <i>VIVA FRIDA</i> was as exhausting as it was rewarding. A great experience and one of my absolute favourite Sessions throughout my entire portfolio. I am so glad <i>COCO</i> shared this epic vision spearheaded by the incredible, adorable, charming, and wonderful <b>Allysa Cervantes</b>. <a href="http://issuu.com/cocomagazine/docs/maypart1/45" target="_blank">View the Magazine Spread here</a>, where you can also order it in print! More amazing Sessions to come! Keep it locked. <b>#SupportLocalFashion</b></div>
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Spring is creeping closer and closer - it's time for some serious<b> Fashion!</b> Just last week here in Toronto I had the privilege to attend the <b>Runway debut</b> of local designer <b><i><a href="http://www.hilarymacmillan.com/" target="_blank">Hilary MacMillian</a></i></b> for her <b>Fall 2013 Collection</b>.</div>
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Accented with the lightest fabrics (what looked like it could've been soft Chiffon) and classic Fall textures like Fur and Leather; Hilary's showcase was strong, concise, and well executed. Congratulations on your Runway debut Hilary! Hope to see all you have to offer Toronto in the future.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01542249516311506160noreply@blogger.com0Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285996999999995 -80.028631299999986 44.020455 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516600424007033940.post-33191715600731046842013-04-21T15:02:00.002-07:002013-04-21T15:04:11.417-07:00The End of LABEL Clothing<div style="text-align: justify;">
It's with extreme regret that it's come to my attention that <b><i><a href="http://seenolabel.com/" target="_blank">LABEL</a></i></b>, one of my <b>favourite </b>local design houses (and one of the best Toronto has to offer) is closing it's doors. Robinson and Sydoruk are one of the most talented design teams in Toronto; <b><a href="http://dylaninthecity.blogspot.ca/2012/12/shine-on-holiday-soiree-with.html" target="_blank">and we've hailed them before</a></b> - for their fantastic, urban aesthetic and deep-rooted commitment to sustainability in Fashion. They are a brilliant picture of the talent this city and country have to offer the industry, and it will be incredibly sad to see their iconic line, <i>LABEL</i>, discontinued.</div>
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It's unclear whether the team will pursue their own, individual futures within the design world in Toronto come the end of <i>LABEL</i>; but one thing is for certain, their talent will be missed by so many enthusiasts, like myself, who've been nothing but privileged to see the evolution of their work and the evolution of <i>LABEL</i>.</div>
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<i>LABEL </i>will be hosting a <b>Closing Sale & Party</b> in light of their decision to disband. It will be an amazing chance for everyone to not only bid farewell to the Fashion House, but to also get your hands on brilliant <i>LABEL </i>merchandise, the likes of which you won't be able to get again! The deals will undoubtedly be insane, with items starting as low as <b><span style="color: red;">$20</span></b> and including pieces from <b>Fall 2012</b> and <b>Spring 2013</b> Samples. The sale will be <b><span style="color: red;">ONE DAY ONLY</span></b> and will be taking place next <b><span style="color: red;">Thursday, April 25th, 2013 from 12 NOON - 11:00 pm at <i><a href="http://www.levackblock.com/" target="_blank">Levack Block</a></i> (88 Ossington Avenue in Toronto)</span></b>. Be there!</div>
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Also, if by chance you happen to miss out on this incredible chance to score some rare <i>LABEL </i>gems, be sure to head over to our good friends at <b><i><a href="http://homegrownboutique.ca/" target="_blank">Homegrown Boutique</a></i></b>! Being huge <i>LABEL </i>lovers and supporters since their beginning, <i>Homegrown </i>has a fine selection on some of the best <i>LABEL </i>pieces to date -<b> they will not last!</b></div>
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Sad to see you go <i>LABEL</i>! Thanks for the awesome.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01542249516311506160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516600424007033940.post-28163353541640541372013-04-18T08:41:00.001-07:002013-04-18T08:41:55.194-07:00Evan Biddell Launches Online Shop<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>Hello Fashion</b>! It's me again, here to tell you that <b>Spring 2013</b> couldn't look any better. With the flurry of new, local lines emerging, gaining ground, and making serious headway; I have been in nothing but a positive mood. There are so many amazing things happening right now for me as well; so many things I'm excited to share with you - but it will have to wait for now. That aside, it's great to see some of the most talented people this country has to offer create some of the <b>best</b> pieces I've seen this Season. In the spirit of things, I thought I should let you know about one of my favourites: <b><i><a href="http://www.evanbiddell.ca/" target="_blank">Evan Biddell</a></i></b>.</div>
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The incomparable <i>Biddell</i> has just launched his very first <b><i><a href="http://www.shop.evanbiddell.ca/" target="_blank">Online Shop</a></i></b> celebrating his brand. We couldn't be more thrilled being a fan of <i>Biddell</i> since the very beginning. Boasting aesthetics that are always neoteric and uniquely defined by bold textures, colours, silhouettes, and new interpretations; <a href="http://www.shop.evanbiddell.ca/" target="_blank">Biddell's Online Shop</a> offers consumers and local fans the chance to taste it for themselves if they, by chance, haven't been able to make it down to Queen Street in Toronto. This Season we are being treated to magnificent Chiffon in Paintbox hues and even some select Pop Art pieces from his celebrated presentation at <b><i><a href="http://worldmastercardfashionweek.com/" target="_blank">Toronto Fashion Week</a></i></b> for <b>Spring/Summer 2013</b>. We are absolutely smitten with his Collection of sheer capes, cowls, and wraps! Over-sized, flowing, and so wicked! Definitely wish I could own them all. Congratulations <i>Biddell</i>! It has been a fantastic privilege to see your empire and aesthetic grow and evolve.</div>
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Photography / <b><i><a href="http://www.alyssawodabek.com/" target="_blank">Alyssa Wodabek</a></i></b><br />
Makeup / <b><i><a href="http://www.rachelelizabethsmith.com/" target="_blank">Rachel Elizabeth Smith</a></i></b><br />
Wardrobe / <b><i><a href="http://imazizvivant.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">Aziz Vivant</a></i></b><br />
Hair / <b><i><a href="http://www.dylandias.ca/" target="_blank">Dylan Dias</a></i></b><br />
Featuring / Charmaine San Pedro (Velocci)<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01542249516311506160noreply@blogger.com0Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285987 -80.028631299999986 44.020464999999994 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516600424007033940.post-75584950461160587072013-03-25T05:01:00.001-07:002013-03-25T05:02:47.450-07:00Monochromatic Fantasy at One King West / Lucian Matis Fall 2013<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We were enamoured from the moment we walked through the entrance. The opulence of one of Toronto's most iconic buildings, <b><i><a href="http://www.onekingwest.com/">One King West</a></i></b>, evoked a grandeur and a prestige only a Collection by<b><i><a href="http://www.lucianmatis.com/"> Lucian Matis</a></i></b> could rightfully equal. Huge columns arched by massive bay windows and stunning gold crown moulding throughout. I'm sure you all remember Matis' majestic and jaw-dropping Collection during Fashion Week last year at the <b><i><a href="http://www.fairmont.com/royal-york-toronto/">Fairmont Royal York</a></i></b>; <b><a href="http://dylaninthecity.blogspot.ca/2012/03/lucian-matis-fallwinter-2012-at.html">we thought it was the best of the year.</a></b> This year, one of Toronto's most celebrated Designers took us in an entirely new direction.</div>
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A private showing to an invite-only crowd (thanks for inviting me Lucian!), <b><i>Monochromatic Fantasy</i></b> took place in the Grand Ballroom of <i>One King</i> to a packed house of industry professionals, celebrities, designer guests, and media. We were treated to hors d'oeuvres, Bailey's cocktails, and delicious treats pre-show. Once runway began, in an unexpected twist, Matis presented an exclusive Bailey's creation gown to start the show as almost, I can only imagine, a nod to the prestige of his last showing. Featuring the same, repeated aesthetic of incredibly detailed, hand-cut patterns and a brilliant gown; this starting dress was a glimpse of nostalgia; and it, like it was in the past, was quite epic. </div>
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Monochromatic Fantasy was everything the name suggested; a stark, clean palette presented with an air of regal majesty. Huge gowns in the crispest, angel white were dramatic and powerful in shape but simple in essence. Minimalist forms and minimalist colours evoked an aesthetic that was a total departure form the over-detailed, over-worked, and over-shiny that we are often accustomed to with a man of Matis' talent. Instead we are treated with something a little unexpected but equally great; it almost acts like the energy of the Collection as opposed to the grandeur of the material or the aesthetic itself. The clothes acted like images, and the Collection, like all Fashion Shows, existed perfectly in that moment. The white was flowing and bright, the cool greys were sharp and architectural, and the blacks were rich and chic. Dotted with textural elements of over-sized fur and the occasional matte leather, Monochromatic Fantasy was a nod to the greatness of true simplicity; something that it is uniquely difficult to do. Something like this requires the best trained hand and perhaps an even greater eye; without the option of bedazzlement or intersecting lines to create balance - the balance, the harmony of the form, becomes entirely dependent on the form itself. No line can be sewn out of place and no shoulder can be shaped differently; it calls for absolute control and absolute grace in execution. That is true craftsmanship, and simplicity of this caliber can be achieved be no one less than a masterful technician.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01542249516311506160noreply@blogger.com0Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285987999999996 -80.028631299999986 44.020464 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516600424007033940.post-278689494393657672013-03-24T13:22:00.000-07:002013-03-24T13:22:08.018-07:00Day 3 at World MasterCard Fashion Week / KORHANI Home<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>Magic </b>is the best word to describe <b><i><a href="http://www.korhani.com/">KORHANI's</a></i></b> exhibition at this year's <b><i><a href="http://worldmastercardfashionweek.com/">World MasterCard Fashion Week</a></i></b>. Easily one of the most anticipated Collections of the Season, <i>KORHANI </i>is a favourite because of their unique and whimsical use of their Home Collection fabric - that is, carpets! Yes, that's right, <i>KORHANI </i>is<b> so brilliant</b> that they create brilliant outfits out of their brilliant carpets. It's <i>that </i>simple - creativity + function = style, and <i>KORHANI </i>is at the helm of quality style.</div>
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Creating a journey through 4 different energies, moods, and aesthetics, and perhaps even eras; <i>KORHANI </i>this let us travel with them from the dark, gothica depths of fantastic, glittering violets rugs, dotted with raven embellishments, Frankenstein hair, and witchery; to the revolution of <b>Pop Art</b> in blocked, 60's forms and unique, portraiture motifs! Yes, this was a fun show, a true performance! We absolutely loved the graphical elements of <i>KORHANI's </i>new Collection of carpets - from the orthogonals and shapes of the <b>Art-Deco</b> era to the Neoteric glam of a 60's Tokyo. It was a Collection full of adventure and visual brilliance; and it's amazing to see it come from a brand that specializes in Home Decor. True creativity at its best, with the most fantastic Designers behind it - <i>KORHANI </i>delivered one of the most magical shows of Fashion Week as a whole. It was charming, innovative, completely new, and wonderful to watch. I, for one, dream of having a <i>KORHANI </i>carpet in my apartment one day; I must! Nobody does it better! Congratulations<b><i> KORHANI</i></b>.</div>
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<b>Day 2</b> at <b><i><a href="http://worldmastercardfashionweek.com/">World MasterCard Fashion Week</a></i></b> featured <b><i><a href="http://lineknitwear.com/">Line Knitwear</a></i></b> as it's second-last showing, behind the incomparable<b> Sid Neigum</b> to close the night. A fantastic presentation of long sweaters, over-sized knitted forms, and fantastic gold elements; <i>Line</i> was masterfully composed. One of our favourites of the entire day; <i>Line </i>was unique in the sense that it presented a Collection that was simultaneously wearable, marketable, modern, consistently on-point in terms of trend; yet remained interesting and new. Hugely draped forms were accented with eye-catching textures of leather and metallic while sharper cut pieces were grounded with cinched waists, laser-cut skirts, and fantastic ankle boots.</div>
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We especially loved the leather skirt details. Such a simple shape and form; yet the glossy black, flowing material makes it seem that much richer, that much more expensive, and chicer as a result. It turns up the knitwear as a whole, which is the foundation of <i>Line</i>, and takes from casual to refined. Sweaters were worn almost like trench coats, with a refinement and poise, taking the aesthetic of <i>Line </i>as a whole to a much more prestigious, rich level. A fantastic presentation full of diverse shapes, awesome forms, but finished with a sharp and beautiful simplicity - I'd love to own any one of these great pieces!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01542249516311506160noreply@blogger.com0Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285987 -80.028631299999986 44.020464999999994 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516600424007033940.post-46396498626682512992013-03-20T21:25:00.002-07:002013-03-20T21:25:58.169-07:00Day 2 at World MasterCard Fashion Week / Mercedes-Benz Start Up: DUY<div style="text-align: justify;">
I couldn't wait to review this Collection and you're about to see why. <b><i><a href="http://www.duycollection.com/Duy/about.html">DUY</a></i></b>, a Montréal-raised and trained powerhouse Design-phenom, presented his <b>Winter 2013 Collection</b> last night at <b><i><a href="http://worldmastercardfashionweek.com/">World MasterCard Fashion Week</a></i></b> to significant praise! We were in absolute awe - at least I was - to the majesty, structure, power, and brilliance of this Collection. Victorian in essence and energy, <i>DUY's</i> Winter 2013 showcase was presented with an unyielding grandeur. Opulent forms in exaggerated, dramatic shapes slowly glided down the runway in Slate Greys, glittering Blacks, crisp Whites, and Olive leathers. Accented with bold, textural knits and hints of brilliant Silver, the entire Collection looked extremely expensive and impeccably constructed - from the laser-cut lines on some of those incredible cropped jackets to the floral motifs seemingly cut-out by hand. Jarring to see, in a beautiful way, and a stand-out presentation from the entire week.</div>
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There are very few Designers that I see present a Collection of this type of visual magnitude. Not to say that so many of the other Designers showing this week aren't as equally incredibly talented; but to say that it is definitely rare to see such a showstopper. It wouldn't surprise me if <i>DUY's</i> presentation launched a following here at a <i>Fashion Week</i>; something to be highly anticipated each and every Season should the iconic Designer choose to continue showing in Toronto. The forms, the gowns, the brilliant shapes, and the ultra-rich fabrics are a testament to a super-luxury that I am desperate to see more out of Canada. It's a beauty that is eternally significant, and designs like these won't be forgotten easily. Congratulations <i>DUY!</i></div>
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▲<b>D</b>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01542249516311506160noreply@blogger.com0Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285987 -80.028631299999986 44.020464999999994 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516600424007033940.post-61090073395370567372013-03-19T10:38:00.001-07:002013-03-19T10:38:44.571-07:00Day 1 at World MasterCard Fashion Week / Pink Tartan<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b><i><a href="http://pinktartan.com/ca/">Pink Tartan</a></i></b> presented their <b>Fall 2013</b> showcase last night at opening night of <b><i><a href="http://worldmastercardfashionweek.com/">World MasterCard Fashion Week</a></i></b> right here in Toronto. Presented at almost overflowing capacity, <i>Pink Tartan</i> showcased beautiful florals, 50's-60's era dresses and elements, and brilliantly coloured fur.</div>
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<i>Pink Tartan</i> is often praised for their beautiful femininity and classic shapes - this Season the Designer took that even further by adding totally Seasonal retro elements throughout. If it wasn't that 60's-era hair it was that 50's cut dress. Beautifully lined with a modern edge in touches of glossy leather, black leather, and bright power-pigments like <b><span style="color: magenta;">Candy Pink</span></b>, <b><span style="background-color: black;"><span style="color: blue;">Superman Blue</span></span></b>, and that beautiful <b><span style="background-color: white; color: #274e13;">Olive Green</span></b> we've been seeing so much of recently; <i>Pink Tartan's</i> aesthetic was classically feminine for the Autumn Season. And, much like <i>Bustle</i>, it was refreshing to see <i>Pink Tartan</i> play with pigments that go beyond the seriousness of Fall Fashion - the bright tones are more reminiscent of what we adopt for Spring; which makes it that much more engaging, that much more bold, for Autumn. A nice touch.</div>
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The fur was epic, to say the least. <i>Pink Tartan</i> is known for using fur quite often, but not as often as they did last night. Bright jackets in Deep Browns, Bright Blue's, and Calico Golds dominated the Runway. We especially adored the White fur dotted and striped with beautiful Black lines - it was easily the stand-out piece of the entire Collection. Golds, Silvers, and Greys were a tour-de-force amidst the brightness, and the <i>Chanel</i>-cut tweeds were professional, sharp, and classically 50's. Very nice!</div>
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<b><i><a href="http://www.bustleclothing.com/">Bustle</a></i></b> was easily the most energetic, exciting, and best Runway presentation of the night! Known for creating Runway shows that are more like Runway performances, <b>Shawn Hewson</b> and <b>Ruth Promislow</b> presented a Collection that stood apart from the rest of the Fall Season - bright, exuberant prints and motifs, contrasting layers of texture and shape, and a whimsical play on asymmetrical lines and forms.</div>
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We absolutely <b>love <i>Bustle</i></b>, and their showcase last night at <b><i><a href="http://worldmastercardfashionweek.com/">World MasterCard Fashion Week</a></i></b> only deepened that love. The play on colours and patterns were so bright and bold; it added so much whimsy to a Fall Season that is typically so serious. The vibrant, cranberry reds, the orthogonal blues, and those amazing trench coats - no one makes a man's trench quite like <i>Bustle</i>. The styling was absolutely perfect; brightly layered textures, jackets that had lines that did more than colour-block, but texture-block; accented with sharply cut chino's, slacks, glossy shoes, and boldly contrasting patterned socks (my favourite part!). I could only assume that socks of that awesomeness would have to be <b><i><a href="http://www.hssweden.ca/ca/">Happy Socks</a></i></b>, which is a company that <i>Bustle</i> greatly endorses and clearly loves (we do too!).</div>
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It was a unique take on the classic man. Sharply cut suits that were sexy, professional, and charming; but evoked powerful femininity in their colour, motifs, patterns, and forms. It was a newer man; and I'm thrilled, and equally unsurprised, to see <i>Bustl</i>e take the lead in Toronto for this re-definition of classic masculine style. Energetic, powerful, colourful, whimsical, charming, fantastic - <b>it's all <i>Bustle!</i></b> Awesome job.</div>
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Opening night at <b><i><a href="http://worldmastercardfashionweek.com/">World MasterCard Fashion Week</a></i></b> saw iconic, sister-lead Design team, <b><i><a href="http://chloecommeparris.com/">Chloé Comme Parris</a>, </i></b>return to the tents with an epic <b>Fall 2013 Runway</b> presentation. Embodying an attitude, aesthetic, and feel that was a nod to an unrefined and urban <b>90's era</b> look; <i>Chloé</i> presented gunmetal graphics, over-sized fits, and schoolgirl stockings re-imagined to a classic soundtrack.</div>
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We were enamoured from the very beginning. Strutting out to <i>Nirvana, </i>knits tied around their waists, thigh-length dresses and over-sized moto-jackets; easily adaptable, retro fits. But, I should say, smartly adapted for a modern Fashion era by using mirrored graphics, patterned stockings, shiny shoes, and fantastic, glossy leather! An awesome palette of dark olives, sheer, and black dominated the Runway; while the <b>90's</b> came out brashly in midriff cut tees, spaghetti-strapped dresses, and brazenly cut coats. I can't really say too much beyond that. Describing the Collection as is is the best I can do; and just saying that I absolutely fell <b>in love</b> with the feel. It felt like looking into the past a little bit, but it was so modern and wearable in today's evolving market. Listening to the music and seeing the girls; sweaters around their waists and braids in their disheveled hair, took me immediately back to <b>Summer in the 90's; </b>just <i>cooler</i>. It was wicked, urban, so hip, and it didn't pretend not to be. It <b>wasn't subtle</b>, but it <b>was unique</b>. A wicked presentation.</div>
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Get ready! It's time to fine-tune that fantastic Spring wardrobe you've been putting together! And if you haven't already checked out my <b><i><a href="http://dylaninthecity.blogspot.ca/2013/03/the-top-trends-of-season-looks-for.html" target="_blank">Top Trends of the Season</a></i></b> rundown, then there's no way you're as prepared as you should be! Haha! However! All joking aside, there's one colour you simply <b>must </b>make sure you save room for in that wardrobe of yours; the first <b>Power Colour</b> to emerge this Season - <b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald</span></b>.</div>
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The magic of <b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald Green</span></b> is making a splash in Fashion and we are anxious to see it explode for Spring/Summer! The richer, more luxurious, and more sublime cousin to basic <span style="color: white;">Green</span>; <b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald</span></b> is both a fresh, invigorating tone for Spring as much as it is deep, refined, and elegant. With no question of a doubt our most anticipated new colour for the Season, <b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald </span></b>is a fantastic way to embrace jewel-tones in your accessories - from your shoes, to your purse, to quite literally emerald earrings! But let's not stop there, there's so much you can do with this amazing colour.</div>
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Like we've spoken about on our trend post; <b>colour on colour</b> is one of the best looks this Season to play with; and it's perfect for <b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald</span></b>. Green on Green finally has a purpose that goes beyond St. Patties! So sport it! That fantastic <b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald </span></b>Maxi you've been hiding in your closet with a bold <b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald </span></b>Summer hat? Or maybe that great <b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald </span></b>carry-all you've been eyeing in Yorkville with a Seasonally on-point pair of <b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald </span></b>skinnies! It's the naked Green truth ladies, so where do you keep your <b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald</span></b>?!</div>
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And I don't want to make it sound like <b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald </span></b>is this single, secular tone, because it isn't! Colour on colour goes way further than that. Playing with that tone while incorporating other Green hues is probably the best way to enjoy <span style="color: lime;"><b>Emerald </b></span>this Season. Pair it with Grassy Greens, Blueish Greens, Forest Greens, and even Yellow Greens to bring out that jeweled <b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald</span></b>. <b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald </span></b>also works best as the star hue of your outfit; bouncing off fantastic Spring neutrals like Off-White, Beige, Camel, Soft Greys, and of course Seasonal Black; as well as complimentary essentials like Maroon or Deep Violet!</div>
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<b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald </span></b>can be just as versatile as you are! So experiment in different ways you can add it to your wardrobe. There's no need to be as bold or brash as many of the photos I've featured - using <b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald </span></b>as the star performer. The jewel tone is a vibrant and rich hue, it can take your outfit to an iconic level just by it's subtle appearance in a pair of amazing earrings, a great shoe, or even a fantastic Spring nail colour. Buy, post and share <i>your</i> <b>#<span style="color: lime;">Emerald </span></b>story this Spring, I'd love to see it!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01542249516311506160noreply@blogger.com0Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.653226 -79.383184299999982 43.653226 -79.383184299999982tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516600424007033940.post-72769487658253897442013-03-17T19:04:00.002-07:002013-03-17T21:48:16.498-07:00DylanInTheCity at The ShOws / Fall 2013 with Jeremy Laing<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b><i><a href="http://www.jeremylaing.com/" target="_blank">Jeremy Laing</a></i></b> presented his <b>Fall 2013 Collection</b> at <b><i><a href="http://theshows.com/" target="_blank">The ShOws</a></i></b> last week here in Toronto to significant praise. As usual, Laing's presence in Toronto was greeted with enormous fanfare! And it's no surprise, because let's be entirely honest, he really doesn't need to be here at all. His success in New York is testament to that. Droves of enthusiasts and industry professionals flocked to <i>Andrew Richard's</i> (<i>The ShOws</i> Venue) in a number that easily doubled the initial capacity that day. To say we were a bit short of a room is an understatement. Nevertheless, an homage to his Canadian roots Season after Season is a wonderful touch; and it's nothing short of remarkable to see Laing's newest Collections up close as I did last week.</div>
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This Season Laing took us on a visually stunning trip; with interlaced patterns and textures, unusually balanced colours, and meticulously crafted textiles. A slight departure from his Spring Collection, which focused on sublime neutrals and gunmetal sheers; Laing's Fall presentation featured a diverse palette of rich Blacks, bright Off-Whites, Dusty Roses and Soft Blues, with bold hits of Pantone Yellow and Gold Lamé. Colour blocking was partnered with monochromatic orthogonals (Seasonal favourite!) and heavily-textured knits through layered skirts, wide-legged, flowing trousers, and fantastic, boxed trenches.</div>
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The silhouette was chic, refined, and completely marketable though it maintained a constant value of intense, visual interest. We love Laing's use of broken lines in many of his fabrics; a pattern he photographed and repeated from a piece he adopted from a friend and local artist. <b>"From a distance it reads as stripes."</b> I remember Laing saying when explaining his textile choice, though up close it's noticeably broken and fractured slightly. Huge, obtuse forms were, once again, a dominant form in Laing's presentation. As usual, I'm obsessed with the way the clothing moves. Everything over-sized is hitting me just where it should this Season, as nothing says beautifully chic like the way a fantastic dress moves with almost no effort at all. But, beyond everything, I'd have to say my favourite pieces were the Gold hits; especially that amazing, baggy trench with those wide arms. Cinched just loosely enough, this trench caught the light brilliantly; it was a gem straight out of the 80's. Just perfect, wish I could sport that myself.</div>
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All in all, a great show, and a much more interesting interpretation of <b>Fall 2013</b> than I initially anticipated from <b>Jeremy Laing</b>. Great pieces, great aesthetic!<br />
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<b><i><a href="http://worldmastercardfashionweek.com/" target="_blank">World MasterCard Fashion Week</a></i></b> is finally here! Starting<b> tomorrow</b> at <b>5:30 pm</b>, Toronto will be privy to some of the best <b>Fall 2013 Collections</b> by some of Canada's most notable, talented, and iconic Designers. We are expecting a massive turn-out this year as <b><i>IMG</i></b> has put together (with the absorption of <i>The Collections</i>) an absolutely killer roster of powerhouse Fashion talent. I couldn't be more pumped for these amazing shows! <b>Fashion Week</b> each year is a pulsating experience; from the clothing to the people to the amazing street style; it's literally a week of pure eye candy and absolute inspiration (well, if you love Fashion as much as I do!). It's also an opportunity for us, the Industry enthusiasts of the city. Connecting with other professionals in this field is the absolute best way to push the envelope of our own passions and keep creating - whether through design, media, marketing, or any other aspect of the industry. It's one of the most precious things Fashion Week has ever given to me; the opportunity to meet people and build creative connections.</div>
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This year <b>WMCFW</b> is bringing to us over 30 shows from some of our most incredible homegrown Designers; the likes of <b><i><a href="http://vawk.ca/" target="_blank">Sunny Fong of VAWK</a></i></b>, <b><i><a href="http://caitlinpower.com/" target="_blank">Caitlin Power</a></i></b>, <b><i><a href="http://www.rudsak.com/" target="_blank">Rudsak</a></i></b>, <b><i><a href="http://www.pavonicollection.com/" target="_blank">Pavoni</a></i></b>, <b><i><a href="http://www.lucianmatis.com/" target="_blank">Lucian Matis</a></i></b>, <b><i><a href="http://pinktartan.com/ca/" target="_blank">Pink Tartan</a></i></b>, and <b><i><a href="http://www.sidneigum.com/" target="_blank">Sid Neigum</a></i></b> just to name a few. Join the movement and <b>connect nationwide!</b> See it all happen right before your eyes.</div>
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<b><i><a href="http://www.steventai.co.uk/" target="_blank">Steven Tai</a></i></b> was perhaps the most surprising and fascinating show to present this year at <b><i><a href="http://theshows.com/" target="_blank">The ShOws</a></i></b> in Toronto. Nothing short of a genius in the creation of his materials and pieces, Tai showcased an aesthetic that was seasonally sound but creatively unique, totally on-point in terms of trend but imaginatively produced, and one of the best showstoppers of both days at <i>The ShOws</i>.</div>
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The aesthetic of <b>Steven Tai's Fall 2013</b> Presentation was fantastic. Huge, over-sized knits that were youthful, obtuse, and so 90's. Boldly geometric blocked colours, a stand-out trend among Designers all over the world this Season; as well as fantastically wide flood pants. The most impressive element of Tai's collection was his amazing use of the most unexpected material - <b>Silicone</b>. In a candid, post-show interview at <i>The ShOws</i>, Tai explained that much of the Silicone he used was meticulously manipulated and molded into shape; creating textures and forms meant to mimic the visuals of traditional fabric. But it goes much beyond that; the Silicone was also hand-treated to become an actual, bendable and sew-able material. The result? Fascinating and bold forms that glistened in bright, plastic hues - lollipop colours of the 90's re-imagined in bold, shiny shapes; adding visually stunning textural elements to some of Tai's most iconic pieces for Fall 2013.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01542249516311506160noreply@blogger.com0Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285987 -80.028631299999986 44.020464999999994 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516600424007033940.post-52903976463707759362013-03-17T12:33:00.002-07:002013-03-17T12:45:57.441-07:00DylanInTheCity at The ShOws / Fall 2013 with Jean-Pierre Braganza<div style="text-align: justify;">
I had the privilege to attend one of Toronto's most anticipated and exclusive Fashion Events of the Season last week here in the city; <b><i><a href="http://theshows.com/" target="_blank">The ShOws</a></i></b>! A bi-yearly celebration of unique and incomparable Canadian talent; <i>The ShOws</i> is famous for supporting and featuring some of the most sought-after Canadian names to penetrate the International Fashion Market; displaying their Seasonal Designer Collections. The talent level is extremely high, the city is constantly abuzz, and the showrooms are obtusely full! For two days last week we were privy to 5 fantastic shows - <b><i><a href="http://www.comrags.com/" target="_blank">Comrags</a></i></b>, <b><i><a href="http://www.jeanpierrebraganza.com/" target="_blank">Jean-Pierre Braganza</a></i></b>, <b><i><a href="http://tanyataylor.com/" target="_blank">Tanya Taylor</a></i></b>, <b><i><a href="http://www.steventai.co.uk/" target="_blank">Steven Tai</a></i></b>, and <b><i><a href="http://www.jeremylaing.com/" target="_blank">Jeremy Laing</a></i></b>.</div>
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One of my favourite Canadian Designers of all time, <b>Jean-Pierre Braganza</b>, was the second to present at <i>The ShOws</i> last week. Featuring an incredible, diverse palette of personally created graphics, orthogonal patterns, and bright, geometric forms; it was easily one of the most impressive presentations this year.</div>
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<b>Spring</b> is slowly dawning upon us! And that means it's time for some Spring cleaning; not only for your home, but for your wardrobe! Spring is an exciting time of year; inspiring renewal, growth, and newness with the birth of a new Season. 2012 is <b>gone</b> and it's time to actively embrace all that 2013 can offer for you! An updated wardrobe is a personification of that energy; and not to mention a flattering way to appear on-trend, significant, and socially aware.</div>
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So, with that being said, what should you look for this Season? This Spring we are seeing a lot of fantastic trends start to materialize in a variety of diverse ways! Straight from the Runways of some of the greatest designer showcases last Season to even the re-emergence of some 2012's most popular colours. Gone are the days of single trends and single looks. Here is my list of some of the <b>Top Trends of the Season!</b> What are the <b>hottest looks for Spring 2013?</b></div>
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<b>Monochromatics</b> couldn't be <b>hotter</b> this Season. <b>Black and White</b> are back with fearlessness in a new way; with stripes, blocks, geometric shapes, and eye-catching orthogonals. The colour combination itself is probably the most iconic of Spring; having been the tones of choice for the last few seasons during most of the Fashion Week circuit. However, the patterns are certainly new! From <i><b><a href="http://www.marcjacobs.com/" target="_blank">Marc Jacobs</a></b></i> to <i><b><a href="http://www.michaelkors.com/" target="_blank">Michael Kors</a></b></i>; stripes, lines, and lined prints of all kinds are perhaps the most prominent visual trend this Spring.</div>
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It's <b>All Colour Everything</b> girls! Pops of colour here and there to add visual boldness will always be in style; but what's the hottest trend for colour beyond that? Match on match, bold on bold, pop on pop! We absolutely adore these bright, bold, paintbox hues that are layered and layered on one another. A total appreciation of the brilliance of colour - we are seeing <b><span style="color: red;">Reds on Reds</span></b>, <b><span style="color: blue;">Blues on Blues</span></b>, <b><span style="color: yellow;">Yellows on Yellows</span></b>, and everything in between. <b>Colour on Colour</b> is an extremely confidant and fearless appreciation of colour; it takes power to pull off, but I am a firm that everyone can do it with the right attitude. And, in a sense, <b>Colour and Colour</b> is a real nod to a retro-era look of matching hues with hues to create balance. Remember that time when your Mom would wear that lavender cardigan with those lavender nails and that lavender bracelet? It's back, just with more boldness! The bag, the coat, the necklace, the shoes! It works, and <b>it's fierce</b>.</div>
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The <b>Return of Denim</b> is probably the most exciting Spring trend for me this Season! <b>Denim</b> has been an obsession of mine for a while; there are few other materials that can be equally unique, worn by anyone from any style story, and still exist as a classic neutral while constantly re-inventing itself. The birth of <b>Denim</b>, particular the Jean, is arguably the single most prominent and significant contribution to Fashion in Fashion history; at least medium-wise! We are seeing <b>Denim on Denim </b>everywhere - in dark, light, acid, grunge, torn, and ombré! It's 90's, a little retro, youthful, and energetic! A throwback to a simpler time, <b>Denim</b> is both nostalgic and totally new. Experiment with cut-offs, embellishments, <b>Denim</b> accessories, and even layering <b>Denim</b> onto modern looks with more chic fabrics! The most versatile fabric of this Season.</div>
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It's all <b>Sheer</b> and it's all fabulous! <b>Sheer</b> was especially popular during much of the Fashion Week circuit for the Spring 2013 Showcases last year. Light, flowing fabrics that were opalescent, translucent, and soft; in dresses, blouses, and pants (and even creeping into the creation of some ultra-modern transparent accessories!). We absolutely love the femininity of <b>Sheer</b> - it's brash, uninhibited, and sexually powerful though it remains itself a very soft touch. Perfect for layering for Spring, <b>Sheer</b> allows endless ways to layer tones and textures upon one another; while providing every opportunity to show some skin for the Season! And what's <b>Sheer</b> without <b>Metal?</b> <b>Metallics</b> couldn't be <b>hotter</b> for Spring! We've seen them the last few seasons but they are back in a brash display! Foiled, bright, and in full head-to-toe glam; <b>Metallics</b> have managed to take centre-stage beyond just accessories alone.</div>
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Remember all that retro we keep talking about for Spring 2013? Yeah, it's real, and it's more than just the 90's and the 80's. Designers are also pulling out fantastic <b>Mod</b> elements from the 60's into bright, bold, graphic design palettes for the Spring 2013 Season! Boldly cut, graphic dresses dotted with geometric lines of equal boldness are dominating, powerful elements directly from the <b>Mod</b> era. From <b><i><a href="http://www.balmain.com/" target="_blank">Balmain</a> </i></b>to <b><i><a href="http://www.louisvuitton.com/front/#/dispatch" target="_blank">Vuitton</a></i></b>, we are seeing Paintbox tones and <b>Mod </b>shapes - it's about confidence, colour, having fun and being young at heart. Yet another bold and powerful way to bring in the newness of Spring for 2013.</div>
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It's <b>Leather</b> baby, and it's back! The single <b>hottest</b> material for Fall 2012 is <b>back</b> and totally new for Spring 2013! Yes, that's right, <b>Leather</b> <i>AND</i> Spring! Could it get any better? Designers are using the medium in new, lighter ways - <b>Leather</b> t-shirts, skirts, maxi dresses, and Bermuda shorts! It's all Spring, it's all athletic, and it's all glossy, rich, seductive, and brilliantly <b>Leather</b>. We absolutely adore this trend. Our favourite Fall fabric re-creating itself in a Spring wardrobe? What's not to obsess over? And it's not just the material, it's the boldness! Just like Denim and just like Paintbox Colour, we are seeing <b>Leather</b> layered on <b>Leather</b> take centre stage! It's about bold, bold, bold this Season! Don't hold back.</div>
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<b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald</span></b> is <i>THE</i><b> Colour of the Season! </b>So much so that we can't fit it all in here! This is here to remind you that it's <b>ALL Green</b> and it's <b>ALL fabulous</b>. Stay-tuned for a full forecast about the brilliance of <b><span style="color: lime;">Emerald</span></b> and the many different ways you can sport this iconic colour on my next <i><b>Trending for Spring 2013</b></i> Post! For now, here's a taste of <b>Oz</b>.</div>
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Remember, it's not just what you wear, it's how you wear it! Look for ways to make these fantastic Spring 2013 trends uniquely yours! You will always look your best when you feel your best. Happy Spring!</div>
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Ever since the young, brilliant, and mysterious <b>Olivier Rousteing</b> took over the <b><i><a href="http://www.balmain.com/" target="_blank">House of Balmain</a></i></b> in 2011; the entire aesthetic of <i>Balmain</i> had re-imagined itself in super-luxury opulence; a look more synonymous with that of it's original creator of which <i>Balmain</i> is named.<br />
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This Season, at <b>Paris Fashion Week</b>, Rousteing's<b> Fall 2013 Collection</b> for <i>Balmain</i> was no exception to the rule. A sparkling, highly-detailed, exaggerated, and extravagant showcase grounded by heavy forms, rich metallics, and stark shapes; Rousteing's aesthetic boasts a confidence and power equaled only be the era it clearly reflects; the affluent 80's. <i>"More Balmain than Balmain has ever been before..."</i> is a <b>totally</b> accurate sentiment.</div>
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We are smitten and inspired by the atmosphere and presence of these incredible clothes; evoking an ideal that moves beyond just the clothing itself. It's identity, it's magnificence, it's gauche, it's gaudy, it's too much, it's over-powered, and it's <b>fabulous</b>. From the glistening satin of the material, to the tightly cinched, belted waists, to the rigidly formed shoulders and geometric coat forms - it's, once again, architectural, iconic, dramatic, and brilliant in almost every visual sense. There is only one type of woman who could wear clothing this powerful, and that, I assure you, is a rare woman of an unparalleled, enigmatic beauty. A showstopping presentation! Bravo, Olivier!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01542249516311506160noreply@blogger.com0Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285987 -80.028631299999986 44.020464999999994 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516600424007033940.post-1951040105368595592013-03-05T21:29:00.001-08:002013-03-05T21:29:25.253-08:00Haider Ackermann Rules Paris / Winter 2013<div style="text-align: justify;">
There are few words powerful enough to properly describe the aesthetic, power, and presence of a designer like <b><i><a href="http://www.haiderackermann.be/" target="_blank">Haider Ackermann</a></i></b>. Often admired for his talent of creating harmony through contrasting elements of medium, inspiration, era, and even social class; <b>Ackermann</b> has even been compared to the late and legendary <b><i><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yves_Saint_Laurent_(designer)" target="_blank">Yves Saint Laurent</a> </i></b>himself, who did much the same during his time. He is regarded as one of the most notable and interesting designers to ever emerge out of France; debuting his first Collection to significant praise in 2001, having even been approached by powerhouse mavens the likes of <b><i><a href="http://www.karl.com/" target="_blank">Karl Lagerfeld </a></i></b>(<b><i><a href="http://www.chanel.com/en_CA/" target="_blank">Chanel</a></i></b>), <b><i><a href="http://www.maisonmartinmargiela.com/" target="_blank">Margiela</a></i></b>, and <b><i><a href="http://www.dior.com/" target="_blank">Dior</a></i></b>.</div>
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This year at <b>Paris Fashion Week</b>, Haider Ackermann presented his brilliant <b>Winter 2013 Collection</b> following the same vein of power and presence in the industry. A beautiful, slick palette of Winter greys, charcoal blacks, shiny leathers, and gunmetal elements dominated the aesthetic. It was architectural, stark, and brilliantly composed through variations of textural layering, contrasting prints, and large, billowing, and flowing forms.</div>
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As usual, I absolutely <b>adore</b> the wrap forms. The hottest trend this Season is in full swing and I couldn't be happier! The draping knitwear is <b>so</b> tundra meets glam, and so super chic in a really lax way. It takes street wear into high fashion territory and is a celebration of the coolest silhouette of the year - over-sized, over-shaped torsos with those fantastic long and lean legs. A retro nod to an 80's-era fabulous while maintaining the urban, modern, youthful street style that is so trendy into today's evolving Runway scene. Androgynous, baggy, masculine-inspired suit pants ground some of Ackermann's strongest forms; accented by easily the most powerfully cut coats this season. A masterfully composed presentation!</div>
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