Choosing between fashion and a sustainable future has just got a little easier.  The earthly conscious minds at Reveal have come out with something that’s pretty swanky.
 
Loathe and behold Reveal’s Luxury Bamboo watch. Made from natural bamboo and handcrafted, this timepiece will sure have your bling bling sounding like thump thump (sound of wood; yeah, i know, a little lame). Its Japanese movement, tenacious structure, and eco-friendliness will definitely add a little uniqueness to your wardrobe.   Not to mention, it comes with it’s very own handmade natural bamboo box.
 
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The Oxford Saddle Shoe has returned and they are pretty damn cool (if you can pull it off).
 
The last time these shoes were a prominent footwear trend teenie boppers were shuffling to early rock ‘n’ roll in the ’50s however these two-tones are now being sported as a casual shoe for summer. Like their preppy boat shoe brethren, it is best to wear a pair sans socks utilizing some talcum powder to fight the foot sweat. Maybe even roll up your jeans and show some ankle.
 
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LTD TEE has come out with a pretty cool box set to celebrate Jean-Michel Basquiat.
 
Those in the know can tell you that Jean-Michel Basquiat is an urban art and graffiti movement icon. He was a NYC graffiti artist and painter who became know internationally for his work which included collaborations with Andy Warhol in the mid-80s.
 
The box set which was designed by David Flores (who has worked for XLarge and Kid Robot) and issued by LTD TEE includes a screen printed tee, 8×10 art print, artist bio and sticker.
 
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Good ol’ Timex. The famous watches that take a licking and keep on ticking. No longer are big blingy watches the time pieces of choice. Instead the move is toward classic understated wrist watches. The Timex Easy Reader features a retro and simple design. The wrist bands can easily be interchanged for a colourful canvas strap for spring and summer or a leather strap for the colder months. These watches are extremely reliable and for a price tag of $65 CDN they are well within the affordable range.

 
Freshen up your work look this spring/summer by simply adding some light colours into your shirt and tie rotation. Go for something bright, either solid or with a slight checkered or stripe pattern. I really enjoy this shirt from Brooks Bros. They have recently released a slim fit option which is perfect for the younger business man in that you avoid billowing like a pirate ship sail. If you haven’t had the chance to make your way down to their new Toronto store I’m gunning for it.

I can’t believe this video exists – nice Foot Locker, nice. Boys – would you?

 
Suspenders are back. I know, I know, you haven’t worn a pair since your second grade class picture but I assure you, suspenders are hip again. We’re are not talking about Gordon Gekko sized two inch think multiple striped braces but a nice simple classic pair of thin ones. I suggest the pair of Fred Perry suspenders pictured above (which also come with some neat packaging) or American Apparel’s unisex set.

 
G-Star Raw has only as of late caught my eye – I had easily stereotyped them as the logo-emblazoned, promotion-oriented label that catered to most and not to me. I’ve since been forgiving of, after encountering some great menswear pieces that could easily mirror the likes of other street-credit worthy brands.
 
The favourites? Embracing the chambray – denim shirts. Raw denim at that. I’d happily accompany any boy willing to sport this utilitarian oriented take on the jean top from G Star Jeans.
 
Rugby season might not be on, but this cardigan …

 
It shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone that tattoo style is probably one of the biggest trends of the last few years and it is continuing to gather steam. It is counter-culture and it is just damn cool. In celebration of tattoo art, skate shoe brand C1RCA has teamed up with tattoo artist Jun Cha for The Black Tear project. Jun Cha has been guided by some of the modern masters within the tattoo industry and has a history of some amazing collaborations. Using the Hatchett shoe silhouette Cha uses …

Evisu Denim for Fall/Winter 2010