OSHEAGA 2011

Forgot to post pictures from Osheaga weekend, honestly one of THE best weekends this summer. Such a great time not only because of the music, but more so because I got to spend time with the best people, wearing ridiculous (corresponding) outfits of course. seriously, all i want right now

CHRISTIAN L'ENFANT ROI // SPRING SUMMER 2012

I've been waiting to cover this because I was hoping higher quality pictures or lookbook pictures would turn up somewhere, but unfortunately they haven't. My seat was really not conducive to picture taking so I just gave up and took it all in. (Gladly So). I'll save my review for when the actual pictures come out so that you can follow along but here are some of the pictures I managed to take. Click through to see the little booklet we were given as we took our seats (in the pews!).


Here's a video I found of the finale:

BY THOMAS // collection 03

I went to a special presentation of By Thomas' third collection tonight interestingly located on the steps of Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste.  In collaboration with Christian l'Enfant Roi (more on that later), both brands showed strong, clearly focused collections that Montreal should be proud to call their own. I got there a little late so all the models were already standing in formation in front of the church. Crowds were already forming to go inside to see Christian l'Enfant Roi, so I couldn't get shots of everything (bummer). I've spoken about my admiration for By Thomas already (here + here). Tonight solidified my belief in the brand as a whole.

I really enjoyed the wrap skirts/hems in this collection. The silk(?) was done so well, they just look so easy and effortless, which I know was no easy feat. One thing I wasn't a fan of was the print. It reminded me of a futuristic/abstract marble or something. I just thought it was a strange mix with the fluidity of the rest of the collection.

However, I did love the accessories. This is Thomas' first foray into handbags if i'm not mistaken; a great extension of her vision. I loved the raw feeling I was getting from the bags which gave a nice contrast to the femininity of the clothes. The green bag pictured was my favorite. It reminded of me Alexander Wang's Rococo but a lot less trendy and much more lust worthy in my opinion.

These two brands are really the most exciting thing happening in the Montreal fashion scene. Not only are the clothes well conceived and executed, but their choice of location also sets them apart. I thought it was great that they chose to show on their own, apart from the Montreal Fashion Week calendar, and somewhere other than the Marche Bonsecour runway. An unconventional location which hopefully will stimulate other brands here to start thinking more creatively about the way in which they showcase their clothes.

IM(PROM)TU

If you're in Montreal this weekend, make sure you're at Indecent Exposure's Im(PROM)tu!
For those of you that had a horrible prom experience, now's your chance to relive it. I personally had a great time at my prom, though I wish I would of worn something different (boring black suit, blue tie combo -_-). ANYWAYS, come wearing prom get-ups from any era (I strongly support the velvet-covered, puffy sleeves, and pure awesomeness that were 80's prom dresses).
Be there on Friday!

BY THOMAS

OBSESSED with BY THOMAS by Natasha Thomas. Her first collection is a good mix of reinvented basics in blush tones and stark black. In my opinion, the standout piece is her take on the classic trench; which features an oversized lapel & elbow slits. What more could you want? You can glean Thomas' passion for her work, through each piece of clothing.  Every piece has so much thought put into it which takes shape through special details, whether it be  a slit here, or peter pan collar there. Did I mention this is a Montreal based brand? Surprised? Me too...

Unfortunately, for now there are no stockists, but hopefully that'll change soon.
I really need that trench in my life...

GRISffé

Last weekend, I was invited to a fashion show called GRISffé here in Montreal to benefit GRIS Montreal. At first I wasn't going to go but I got a last minute email with the latest additions; By Thomas(more on her later), Dane Richards, and Christian l'enfant roi (There were more designers but these are the ones worth checking out). When speaking about the Montreal fashion scene, honestly, there aren't many brands i'm proud of, but these three are definitely on that list. These Montreal brands offer progressive, unique visions that have the potential to gain international appeal. I remember seeing By Thomas's runway show during Fashion Week here, and was truly enamored with the tailoring, fabric selection, and workmanship. Obviously, I couldn't pass up the chance to see more of her clothes up close. The show itself was actually one of the best i've been in Montreal; the clothes were well curated, though I thought the styling could of used some refinement but overall it was a great, upbeat show. Unfortunately, the lighting was weird and my camera was acting up, so I couldn't get any good shots... these'll have to do!

TOPSHOP POP-UP SHOP IN MONTREAL!

This Wednesday, December 22nd, TOPSHOP opens a pop-up shop at the SSENSE store in the old port. Click Here to read all about it.
This is TOPSHOP's first foray into the Montreal market, this is definitely a market test to see if there is a demand here in Montreal.That's why we have to show up in big numbers Wednsday in order for them to see that WE NEED A TOPSHOP IN MONTREAL. Then I could work there, duh.

Last year, they did the same thing in Toronto, Steph and I did a whole pilgrimage, specifically with the opening in mind. Thank god this time we don't have to go too far.

Alright so don't forget to come out this WEDNESDAY! Excellent last minute Christmas Gifts!

DAPPER DAN

For those of you in Montreal, don't forget to stop by Samia/GOLDZMINE's Dapper Dan; MOVEMBER VERNISSAGE tomorrow.
It'll feature mustache themed art by plenty of local Montrealers and yours truly (though for my piece, "art" is a quite a stretch) Anyways it's a great event to raise money for Prostate Cancer Research. So come by, get your picture taken at the MUSTACHE-BOOTH, buy something(preferably my piece), or get a fun/useless felt mustache pin for your best friend!


Mustache Skewers and Pins made by me (lol) #craftcorner

OH! and I forgot; there's going to be sweet bands like Golden Isles too!
Check out their Take Away Show from La Blogotheque.



so come!
I promise my hair wont be so ugly!

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KAPOK, MONTREAL

It's when I see things like this, that I'm reminded how cool Montreal can be (sometimes). This is a sweet new promo video/short film to promote Kapok, a new store that recently opened here in Montreal. Check their blog out. They carry a carefully curated selection of brands from all over the world; Super minimalist and clean. I think they did a great job with the video, conveying such a strong sense of joie de vivre. Something we'll need to get through this treacherous winter ahead.

REBORN SAMPLE SALE

This weekend only, for those of you in Montreal...

Fashion Week Prep

Fashion week starts tomorrow, and so tonight I pulled a whole bunch of possible looks to wear.
Somehow it became a bunch of beige, white, black and green pieces. I'll try to take shots of my outfit each day, i promise!

I've been really excited about this trench DIY.
I've always lusted over the Junya Watanabe/Comme des Garcons blacket coats but those are obviously unattainable and so I thrifted a trench and finally decided to make my own version.




Started out like this: (excuse my lame dancing)




and voila! As i was pinning it, i love how dramatic and crazy it looked with the brown plaid being so long(left), but it just wasn't practical and so I cut it. Now it's at the length of the picture on the right. Words cannot describe my excitement to wear it!! Now if only I had cotton candy hair or those toe shoes to match...