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Apr 10
NY Times - Why Designer Clothes Cost So Much?
I just noticed this in the Ny Times Style section and thought i’d share. Basically the article describes why one pair of khaki’s could cost $50 and another pair which look very similar cost $550. For all of you who aren’t aware or who haven’t watched the first season of How to Make it in America; Read this article. Pictured above are J. Crew (left);$65 and Our Legacy (right);$250
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Apr 10
MTV - Music Television Print Ads
Back in the 1998 when the only reality show on TV was The Real World and the MTV network still played music videos (if you didn’t know, it stands for Music Television) and when platinum plaques were stacked by the dozens and diamonds glistened while champagne popped MTV enlisted a trio of Hip-Hop’s elite for a classic series of print ads. Only focussing on crop’d areas of each of their bodies, these 3 stars images are so well known that even a smile, arm and hairstyle make them instantaneous identifiable. The simplicity and clarity of the messaging paired with the graphic approach is vivid and left an indelible imprint on me. 10+ years later it still resonates. Here’s a quiz for those that can read between the lines…Can you see what connects each of these 3 stars?
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Apr 10
Bomb - USB Memory
A metaphoric and conceptual design by a personal favorite of mine, Joel Escalona. Check out his work here and tag along for the follow here.
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Apr 10
Rachel Comey - Mens Shoes
If you’ve heard of Rachel Comey your probably familiar with her womens designs but at the same time she has been making mens shoes, some of which have earned her a cult following. The styles are kept classic yet all have a touch of something which makes them different whether its a ‘coloured sole or a mix of weird fabrics and materials’. I must admit I’ve been searching for a classic looking shoe for quite some time, even though I love sneakers it’s very important to have a variety, be it a pair of oxford’s or some desert boots. Also note that these won’t go out of style so when your purchasing your pair make sure that quality comes before price, my dad has had his for over 20 years. Check out the interview via The FADER.
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Apr 10
B.D. Baggies New York
I had my first opportunity to check out the B.d Baggies collection at Holt Renfrew yesterday. Upon seeing the shirts I knew I had to have one. They are made from 100% pre laundered cloth and are as comfortable as your favourite tee. David Mullen (Save Khaki) has taken over and brought the brand to the forefront once again. If you didn’t know B.D. was the shirt to wear in the 80’s and its good to see they’re coming back. The fit is perfect and needs no tailoring, once my size is shipped in from the other Holt’s location i’ll be sure to put some pictures up.
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Apr 10
Ideall Clothing - Wealth 2010 Lookbook
Bryan Espiritu of Ideall is someone we’ve always tried to support; he recently presented his lookbook for spring/summer 10′ in a manner that is perfectly cohesive with the narrative of the collection. In past collections I’ve found that his assortment has always been reflective of his moods and feelings, and this collection even more so then before. A very dark, gritty feel is present in this iteration of the line and represents all the problems that come with ‘wealth’. Check it out here.
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Apr 10
Banksy - Exit Through The Gift Shop
The doc “Exit Through The Gift Shop” is the incredible true story of how the world’s greatest Street Art movie was never made. It follows an eccentric French shop keeper and amateur film maker as they attempt to locate and befriend Banksy - a graffiti artist with a global reputation whose work can be seen on walls from post-hurricane New Orleans to the separation barrier on the Palestinian West Bank - whom has fiercely guarded his anonymity to avoid prosecution and resisted all attempts to be captured on film, only to have the artist turn the camera back on its owner with spectacular results.
Billed as ‘the world’s first street art disaster movie’ the film contains exclusive footage of Banksy, Shephard Fairey, Invader and many of the world’s most infamous graffiti artists at work on walls and in interview. As Banksy describes it, “It’s basically the story of how one man set out to film the un-filmable. And failed”.
View the trailer here and check it out on the big screen at the Yonge & Dundas AMC theatre May 7th.
I’ll see you in line.
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Apr 10
Bymark - Toronto Flavor
Bymark is located downtown at the TD Centre. Located in the atrium, the rays of incoming sunlight flood the restaurant and provide warmth to the below ground dining rooms. The restaurant consists of a main dining room with three private rooms, each with a 14 guest capacity- perfect for a private soiree. The dining room provides intimate surroundings and the bar is always busy and exciting. Their menu demonstrates a contemporary, fine dining touch, with core of classic cuisine matched by an extensive wine list.
Mark McEwan, (thus the name By-mark) is the chef/owner of Bymark (you might know him from my Food channel favourite The Heat) as well as of two more of Toronto’s most exclusive and prominent restaurants and McEwan Foods that I have mentioned in past posts. Currently, Chef McEwan is managing North 44 (old money), Bymark (Bay Street boys), and his most recent dinning venture, One (Euro mob types/new money), located within Toronto’s boutique hotel, The Hazelton. One is designed by the notable Toronto firm Yabu Pushelberg and a worth while destination.
However, if you are looking for the best burger in town hit up Bymark (it’s not Kobe, but still exceptional). Foodies enjoy.
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Apr 10
Summer - Snapshots
The nice weather is finally here which means that I can actually take my camera out with no worries. I haven’t been able to document the things I do, so within the next few months I’m hoping to make up for lost time. I’m going to be working on capturing images for our content section documenting the events, travels and behind the scene action that TFC encounters.
Stay tuned.
Here’s a couple shots I’ve done in the past mostly of Toronto’s graffiti scene. Continue reading to check some out.
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