What does it mean to be a goodboy or a goodgirl? Entrenched in the urban hiphop culture that thrives in the City of Toronto, goodboy clothing seeks to represent sustainability and depth that the city has been searching for. I first came across these guys at the manifesTO event back in September. Their booth and their mantra represented a fresh urban perspective that I haven’t seen for awhile.

Stussy, the granddaddy of all street wear is finally opening its doors right here in Toronto. Matt George, owner of the GoodFoot camp is set to open Stussy’s first Canadian store downtown. For those who are enthralled in the street wear scene, this is indeed a momentous event. Forget Supreme, forget ALIFE, and forget BAPE and all these new kiddies trying to latch onto the market. Stussy as the tried and true champ has been putting out awesome clothes for the past 27 years, outliving other …

There’s nothing like a little patriotism - especially when it comes to fashion. ION Magazine raises from the second fashion capital of our lovely-richinnaturalresources-country, Vancouver. I was randomly cleaning my room today after much procrastination, and I dug out this bursting-with-colour-and-energy magazine.
What I love about it? That it’s free and still rocks the ‘underground’ theme (unlike the ever-familiar NYLON Magazine). The advertisements are from fairly unknown and likeable brands, and the content pertains to Indie music culture and other Canadian talent. Coverage on culture, fashion, film, music, and a comprehensive …

Mathieu Missiaen epitomizes urban art, and doodling talent in his brand NDEUR. First gaining international recognition out of Toronto, the Parisian originally teamed up with THE RAGE in Kensington Market (blogged about earlier) to create something genuine and new with his keen artistic eye. His creations include intricate street-style drawings on vintage women’s heels, sneakers, and virtually any flat surface. Rather than read the buzzwords that I’m throwing around, hear and see from himself after the jump.

Kensington Market is one my favourite spots in Toronto to peruse on a Saturday afternoon. Upon one of these treks, I came across the owner of “The Rage”, Sarah Campbell, and saw this as a great opportunity to let her spill her take on fashion.

I love Natasha Khan’s style - it seems to be a mix of eighties-exotic, a dash of spiritual, and the sass of Brit-Victorian. It’s so eclectic and elaborate, not to mention that I love the eerie music that Bat for Lashes produces. Raised in Pakistan and England Khan mixes and mingles style in her music and wardrobe selections.
Haven’t heared of what I’m warbling about? Visit www.batforlashes.com and see. Try not to use this as an avenue for making fun of my musical tastes (:
> image courtesy of www.batforlashes.com

This is exciting news - I’m still really new to the blogging world, so I’m ecstatic to see what kind of blogs are out there and learn more about the industry.
It’s happening Sunday, January 27th, 2008 at Brassaii, 461 King Street West - http://tfbb.eventbrite.com to RSVP

> image courtesy of tfbb.eventbrite.com

…clearly hasn’t seen Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring 2008 Ready-to-Wear collection. My favourite pieces — featured above — were the party dresses with hand painted, contemporary art-inspired designs. As Women’s Wear Daily aptly put it, the collection was “as much an homage to modern art as it was to the duo’s earlier aesthetic.” What I wouldn’t give to put this kind of art my my wall.

For the full collection, please see: http://www.style.com/fashionshows/collections/S2008RTW/complete/thumb/DGABBANA

> Photos: www.style.com

And you thought NYLON stopped at the fresh, urban magazine. I was strolling through Aritzia the other day (one of my three visits per week to the mall), and I found this awe-inspiring book filled with pages and pages of beautifying tips. The imagery was so raw yet perfect that I adored skimming through the overpriced soft-cover (it was about $25.00). The eclectic collection of image enhancing techniques was endearing not only because of the empowering content, but the photography and design held within its covers. I love books of …

On October the 19th, 2007, the Great Wall of China hosted a monumental occasion - the first ever Fashion Show situated on the ancient wonder of the world. Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi hosted an extravagant affair on the Great Wall, displaying 50’s style dresses and fur coats on a 1,500+ miles runway. The show saw the faces of celebrities in the audience such as Thandie Newton and Kate Bosworth. Ending off the night was China’s own supermodel, Du Juan (an Asian beauty with a distinct look). I’d have to say …