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The Truth About Working in Fashion

When most people hear that I work in fashion assumptions are made, and ideas are formed on what that might look like. So today I’d like to focus on some common misconceptions about what it’s like working in fashion.

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A Different Kind of 2-Piece

Designers have taken to simplified menswear even more with the emergence of 2-piece sets. So let’s discuss how to capture the simplified chic look without over thinking. Let’s get into it!

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The Fluidity of Fashion

As menswear evolves designers are using different methods and changing the concept of what is men’s fashion. This week I wanted to discuss 2 trends that are being heavily explored this year fluid tailoring and fluid fashion.

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What’s Trending: Spring 2022

Another season another batch of trends to explore, designers are pulling inspirations from different artistic genres and decades to create some of the year’s latest trends. There are daring colours, risky features, and fabrics you’d never expect for Spring/Summer so 2022 is going to be an interesting one to watch.

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A Fresh Take on Collegiate Style

We’re going back to school this week and taking a look at collegiate style. It’s been a consistent theme throughout all the major runway presentations and has now made its presence in fast fashion retailers. I think many men would benefit from taking elements from it. So now let’s work on building the look.

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Finding the Right Valentine’s Gift… For Him

It’s that time of year again, Valentine’s Day. Although most men may not care about the holiday they are usually the ones expected to go all out for it. This isn’t exactly breaking news, but I’ve decided that for today’s post I’d like to focus on the gifts that are usually marketed for men, but that most really don’t want.

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What’s Trending for Winter 2022

Winter is here, and designers are finally reintroducing structured garments to the runways. So today I want to go through some of the season’s biggest trends and discuss what’s worth trying out and what can be left on the shelf. Here we go folks…

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The Reset: Welcome to 2022

It’s a new year, I wanted to kick if off with a post that focuses on how you can successfully start your year off right. I think it’s important to reflect, embrace and implement the things you’ve learned. So, I wanted to share some tips and recommendations that I think you would benefit from hearing.

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Luxury Shopping: Deconstructing the Hype

It’s seen as an opportunity everyone should have at least once. To a degree you’d be right to think that luxury fashion shopping is nothing like regular shopping, high-end boutiques make a conscious effort to provide a heighten shopping experience. That’s why I put this list together of 5 things to keep in mind when you decide to shop at a luxury boutique.

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Finding Confidence with Fashion

The way we dress has a large effect on how we feel about ourselves. It effects our self-esteem, how we physically carry ourselves and how we interact with people. I want to offer up some tips to build a solid foundation towards building self-confidence through style.

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Style Secrets: Where to Splurge & Where to Save

Building a great wardrobe doesn’t mean that you have to constantly shop or have to switch up your pieces if you know where to save and where to splurge. So, this week let’s explore what I think you should be investing and what you can cheap out on.

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Fall Fashion: Tips, Tricks & Trends

Whether it’s the return of boots and jackets, mixing fabrics and textures, or the rich and warm colours there’s so much to love about Fall fashion. Dummer it’s been fun, but bring on the thicker fabrics, spiced lattes and stylish boots.

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Dapper Dans: 10 Stylish Characters in Film & Television

Some will find inspiration in the pages of latest issue of GQ or Esquire, and others will look to the “gram” to see what influencers, musicians and actors are gravitating towards. Then there are others who take their style cues from characters on T.V. and movies.

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Upgrading The Morning Hustle

Like many of you I’ve been sitting back and watching the nonsense of “Shower-gate” play out, and I’ve been flabbergasted at the foolishness of it all. But it got me thinking about morning routines, what people do and do not do in the morning, or what smart habits we should be including for a successful morning routine.

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Unpopular Opinions: Summer 2021

We all have unpopular opinions with fashion. I’ve seen plenty of trends picking up stream this summer and it has me nervous for what’s to come. So this week I wanted to share some of my unpopular opinions let’s get into it.

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Hey, Let’s Get Away

After 18 months of restrictions and social distancing many people are ready to get out of the cities and enjoy some new views. Most summer getaways are usually a 3-day weekend or 10 days away, so let me bless you with some tips to ensure that you’re looking your very best for your getaways!

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7 Canadian Fashion Brands You Need to Know

Canada is a city bursting with creatives from music to art and of course fashion, and in the last 10 years there’s been a significant increase in fashion brands designed by people of colour, and I’m here for it. Check out some of my picks for brands you should know.

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So Let Me Put On My Shades: How to Find the Perfect Pair

It’s the one accessory every man should have in the Summer, a good pair of sunglasses. It’s funny because most men can’t seem to figure out what type of frames will look good on their face, trust me I’ve been there. Usually, the problems are due to several factors and can easily be corrected when you shop the right way.

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