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- the Sweet Escape @ the Toronto...
Inside Nightclub
Friday, May 30 at 11:00pm - Men In Tuxes @ the Toronto Wee...
The Burroughes Building
Friday, May 30 at 10:30pm - the Art of Denim @ the Toronto...
the Burroughes Building
Friday, May 30 at 9:00pm - Streetwear Spectacular @ the T...
The Burroughes Building
Friday, May 30 at 7:30pm - Sean John Spring/Summer08 @ th...
The Burroughes Building
Thursday, May 29 at 10:00pm - A Touch of Spice
the Burroughes Building
Thursday, May 29 at 9:00pm - Fashion Nation @ the Toronto W...
Burroughes Building
Thursday, May 29 at 7:30pm - bambumoda @ the Toronto Week o...
the Burroughes Building
Wednesday, May 28 at 9:00pm - GreenisBlack @ the Toronto Wee...
the Burroughes Building
Wednesday, May 28 at 7:30pm - Are You A Style Icon?
the Burroughs Building
Saturday, May 10 at 11:00am
the Toronto Week of Style well...unfortunately, this year's Toronto Week of Style is going to be postponed for reasons that are out of our control *cough*..the recession *cough* stay tuned cause we are planning for heavily for 2010 starting now.
the Toronto Week of Style is organizing the FB fan page for all the info that we are putting up. I am kinda diggin the functionality of the new FB pages...for example, did you know that 72% of my members are female...hehe
the Toronto Week of Style is buzzing after a great advisory committee..great energy, great people...gonna be announcing the details for the model call soon tentatively it's gonna be May 8 & 9, will announce on fb page first so make sure you're a fan.....:)
the Toronto Week of Style is getting ready for tonight's Advisory Committee meeting. Soon to come..model call info, schedule of event, which designers are being showcased...stay tuned.
the Toronto Week of Style putting the finishing touches on the Toronto Week of Style 09 schedule....it kicks some ass...will post soon.
the Toronto Week of Style just started the new fb banner campaign...so welcome new fans...our twitter is @weekofstyle - come follow if you dare...moohaha
the Toronto Week of Style
just wrote a new blog post about how we're doing...http://torontoweekofstyle.com/blog/?p=18
the Toronto Week of Style is putting together the list of designers...few spots left...any up and coming designers interested?
the Toronto Week of Style is on Twitter right now...follow me if you dare: @weekofstyle ...follow us if you dare....mooohahaaha ha
the Toronto Week of Style
it was a smash y'all!!
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the Toronto Week of Style
We're ending the Toronto Week of Style right with a swimwear fashion show at Inside Nightclub. Hosted by your man Mecca - producer of the Toronto Week of Style, this party is going to be yardstick for all parties this summer.
...and we have the hottest swimwear line for our swimwear fashion show...what else do you need...?
Adjua is a designer swimwear brand that caters to every woman. Created in 2006 by designer Jane Pascale, there has been a steadily increasing demand for the eclectic styles and sexy cuts that Adjua is becoming known for. Since it's first fashion show in LA in April '06, Adjua has been featured on numerous runways and at various events across Toronto, including the Fusion III fashion show, WBLK sponsored events, and most recently the Toronto Week of Style. Adjua has received rave reviews across Canada as well as south of the border in LA and New York, and is developing a growing respect from Toronto's elite fashion community. Women of ALL ages and sizes still want something that will flatter their figure, give them the proper support and coverage where they need it, and make them feel SEXY. Adjua's goal is to provide all that and more; comfortable swimwear that is still sexy enough to turn heads in any environment.
With its main focus on originality, Adjua draws inspiration from different cultures and strives to combine modern-day style with classic fabrics and accessories. With the incorporation of accessories directly into the swimsuits, such as semi-precious gemstones, glass beads, freshwater pearls and seashells, and handcrafted wood, as well as bold unique prints, Adjua has resulted in successfully establishing itself as a completely unique swimwear brand. Adjua boasts swimsuits that range from modern and edgy, to ultra soft and feminine, to elegant and classy; swimsuits that enhance the female form, accentuate women's sensuality, celebrate glorious curves, and epitomize a new era of fashion. Adjua is for women who love fashion, love originality, and love their bodies. No matter your taste, or style preference; you will love Adjua!"
cause the weather is hot and quite frankly can you see a better way than ending the Week of Style with Adjua Swimwear
Time:11:00PM Friday, May 30th
Location:Inside Nightclub
May 27, 2008 at 8:48pm
the Toronto Week of Style
Men In Tuxes presented by Moores Clothing
Glamour is making a comeback in a huge way. Its resurgence is being led by a reclamation of what has been dubbed ‘the Rat Pack Ideals’. Sipping on rum, smoking cigars and dressing up, all things that were once the norm in society but have fallen to the wayside as other trend...s have come to take its place. Led by the likes of the Modern-Day Rat Pack of George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Don Cheadle and Bernie Mack, pop culture is slowly gravitating towards the embracing of this bygone era
Hence the reason for this particular fashion show. Men in Tuxes is the Toronto Week of Style's celebration of this upcoming movement by shining a spotlight on one of its' key pillars - how to dress. Celebrities will don tuxedos provided by Moore Clothing allowing their fans to see them like they have never seen them before. The Toronto Week of Style was not only created to celebrate what is currently on the racks, it's dual purpose is to also educate the public on the next major movements coming to the forefront of pop culture...and besides everyone loves a guy in a tux.
- Currently Celebrities confirmed:
Devo Brown : on-air personality FLOW935
DJ Tricky Moreira : DJ
Emeka Chase : Producer, the Toronto Week of Style
Jomo Edwards : Associate Producer, the Toronto Week of Style
Tuxes provided by Moores Clothing (http://www.mooresclothing.com/)
presented by Moores Clothing
Time:10:30PM Friday, May 30th
Location:The Burroughes Building
May 25, 2008 at 7:57pm
the Toronto Week of Style
Streetwear Spectacular - The fact is that street wear or urban wear is probably the most important facet of the fashion industry. This is simply because the greatest percentage of the population have streetwear or elements of the streetwear in their closet. It is for this reason that the Toronto Week of Style finds i...ts place on the schedule as important as the more-ready-to-wear focused shows. This year, the show will feature an icon the fashion industry, an style icon in pop culture and an icon in the making.
Black Label
By combining a fascination of men's couture with an everyday sensibility, Blac Label Premium was created.
Conceived in 2002 during the saturation of novelty t-shirts with simple screens and catchy sayings, Blac Label Premium has evolved with innovative designs, original concepts, and stylish trends. The increased sophistication of the male shopper and his desire for premium denim produced a need for tops that reflected the same complexity and growth that had ushered in the denim renaissance. The brand set out to fill that void with designs that were clever, intense, resilient and attractive.
Blac Label Premium is steadily developing from a t-shirt company into a true lifestyle brand. While elaborate t-shirts remain the foundation of the company and its success, we design, market, and distribute full collections of men's and women's apparel throughout the United States. These collections will soon include accessories and boys’ apparel.
Blac Label Premium was pioneered to be a leader in the fashion industry. By bringing quality fabrics and applications together, the brand is constantly enhancing the attributes of its products while searching for uncompromised characteristics and veracity consistent with the brand’s intentions. The essence of the brand is defined by great attention to detail and a youthful obsession for the right cut and fit. With a touch of roughness, the all-American look of Blac Label Premium has always been original.
The brand's lively philosophy is conveyed through its founder's design awareness. Blac Label Premium honors the human form, inspired by the very real men and women who are the true inspiration. The company has always been on the forefront of creativity, setting trends and wrapping America with a unique style. Our approach is bright, stylish, modern and fresh in every sense.
Artful Dodger
A complete collection offering, Artful Dodger is best described as a European, contemporary men’s street wear line. Though urban casual, it’s the opposite of the baggy oversized hip-hop look associated with American street wear. Highlights for spring include graphic blazers, hoodies, polo’s, and tees. The line also features satin embroidered jackets and embroidered and distressed denim.
House of Dereon
House of Deréon is a prêt-à-porter fashion line introduced by singer Beyoncé Knowles and her mother/stylist Tina Knowles. The style and concept is inspired by three generations of women in their family, with the name "Deréon" paying tribute to Beyoncé's grandmother, Agnèz Deréon.
Expanding the brand, Jay Z and her sister Solange Knowles launched the junior line Deréon that is geared towards younger consumers and is more reasonably priced. The tag line for Deréon is "Where the sidewalk and catwalk meet". This line includes more casualwear, such as sweatpants and embroidered hooded sweatshirts. Both women are models for both clothing lines and are featured on most marketing campaigns. In 2007, members of Beyoncé's touring band, Suga Mama appeared in print ads.
House of Deréon was announced to the media in September 2004, by Tina and Beyoncé Knowles. While Beyoncé was performing in the group Destiny's Child, her mother Tina would design and sew their outfits, especially when the group was first starting out and did not have much money or access to designer clothing. Part of what called attention to Destiny's Child, besides their obvious talent, was their one-of-a-kind fashions. Their style set them apart, yet gave the group cohesion as a similar style, color or garment was worn by all the members.
The fashion line was first introduced on The Oprah Winfrey Show, and was also featured on The Tyra Banks Show. The clothing mixes hip-hop influences, such as its use of denim, with ultrafeminine flourishes like embroidery and ruffles. In an interview with Ebony magazine Beyoncé said "I love the clothes from the '70s, my mother's clothes. I love clothes from the '40s, my grandmother's style, so elegant. We wanted to take elements from my grandmother's legacy--the beaded lace, lush colors, fine fabrics--and mix them with clothes from my mother's generation and my generation."
Often featured, such as on the back pockets of jeans, is the fleur de lis a three- branched symbol representing the iris flower and its historic linkage to the French monarchy. It also recalls the French history of Louisiana and the designers' heritage from that state. Additionally in the line's design are styles that allude to Agnèz Deréon's era, such as retro pencil skirts. It is reported that Beyoncé has an active role in the House of Deréon's design department, approving and discussing fashion designs and ideas.
Time:7:30PM Friday, May 30th
Location:The Burroughes Building
May 25, 2008 at 7:30pm
the Toronto Week of Style
Northern Styles has enabled hundreds of Aboriginal artists to gain experience and exposure in a field where Aboriginal people are largely under-represented in comparison to any other culture in Canada. NS has been in the business for over twelve years and has really grown with the popularity of the fashion and arts in...dustry. www.northernstyles.net Our business is to develop positive relationships between Canadian Aboriginal artists and the global market
DESIGNERS
Mahima – by Tseshaht (tee-shot) designer Joyce Little on Vancouver Island
Joyce Little is from the West Coast community of Tseshaht (tee-shot) – a self-taught designer/hobbyist works out of her basement and was showcased by Northern Styles at the 2007 L’Oreal Fashion Week in Toronto! Her Mahima designs are meant to be an elegant representation of Joyce’s cultural roots. Joyce is most pleased people smile and admires her work because the outfits make men and women of all sizes look and feel good.
WALK N BEAUTY
Native American Designer Shoes
Jerri Anderson-Sixkiller is the owner and head artist of WNB. She has been designing and selling her amazing shoes since early 2007. Her styles encompass many influences from many Native nations and have been causing a huge stir on the Native Fashion Scene. www.walk-n-beauty.com
Koous Collection – by Ahousaht (a-hows-it) designer J’net Cavanagh from Vancouver Island
J’net Cavanagh is from the wild-west coast of Vancouver Island of the Ahousaht (a-hows-it) First Nation and is currently living in Toronto. Her Koous (coo-us) collection is a contemporary celebration of her ancestral roots and a way to nurture a positive profile of Aboriginal peoples. Koous translates human in her language and J’net aims to share her Koous talent as a designer to communicate with the world that Aboriginal artist are a part living and thriving cultures.
Micah Designs by Paul Naponse
As an Ojibway designer living in Toronto, Paula has always been inspired from the people around her and the natural shapes in all of creation. Handbags is now her forte but Paula loves to create with fabric and designs clothing, wall hangings, accessories, moss bags, and baby quilts.
HoC
House of Charm- is the new brand representing the fashions and art from Urban Metis/Cree artist Charmaine Logan. Charm diligently pursues her creations on an active on going basis. Inspired by her late Kokum Betty who taught her beadwork and cultural designs, she is influenced by her heritage and urban lifestyle.
BRUNO HENRY
Bruno Henry is a Seneca/ Cayuga from the Six Nations of the Grand River. Bruno’s creations and concepts are inspired from the traditional style and designs of our Native ancestors. He specializes in buckskin dress and unique contemporary shawls.
presented by Northern Styles
Time:7:30PM Thursday, May 29th
Location:Burroughes Building
May 25, 2008 at 7:20pm
