tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191Sat, 04 Jul 2009 04:08:33 +0000Toronto, Canada street fashion photography, boutiques & shopping, fashion events and local designers.http://www.torontostreetfashion.com/noreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)Blogger633125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-8770237869221664765Sat, 04 Jul 2009 04:04:00 +00002009-07-04T00:08:33.604-04:00The mercury is rising and it's time to turn those winter duds into summer slammers!With a snap of your fingers, swap rags and feathers for $0~ price tags!Unused craft supplies, beaten up books, housewears and knick knacks welcome!!! Mens clothing also welcome.Quality Vintage can be traded for store merchandise - everything else can be swapped for gently used clothing/stuff.Swapping starts at 6pmhttp://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/07/summer-clothing-swap-at-69-vintage-buy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Irene)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-1402292489587312323Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:44:00 +00002009-06-30T12:44:01.308-04:00swimwearshoppingPricila Gomes, a local knitwear designer that originally hails from Brazil, is offering up exotic hand-crocheted bikinis in a multitude of colors and styles! Starting at $135 - only at Shopgirls.Shopgirls Gallery Boutique, 1342 Queen Street Westhttp://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/crochet-bikinis-shopgirls.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-8729659446414743911Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:48:00 +00002009-06-30T07:50:01.202-04:00street photographyhttp://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/another-day-in-to.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-324015057567108201Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:16:00 +00002009-06-30T07:03:33.455-04:00street photographystyleThe annual National Ballet Fundraiser is held in the dazzling Four Season's Center, by award winning Canadian architects Diamond & Schmitt. The translucent building is a natural habitat of culture vultures eager to indulge in an evening of dance and drinks. The dress code of this year's gala is "dress to express" - a wise choice at any cultural event. Far too many folks in Toronto dress to http://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/dress-to-express-at-ballet.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Liza)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-2662079605320428212Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:50:00 +00002009-06-29T07:51:41.022-04:00street photographyhttp://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/sparkle-in-city.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-8213927516526107193Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:45:00 +00002009-06-25T12:45:00.487-04:00shoppingcanadiandesignerboutiquesFind JUMA 2009 Spring/Summer collection in stores! The collection is modern, clean, sporty and can be dressed casually or formally depending on how you accessorize it.Womens Stocklist:Pho Pa (Toronto), Oak (New York), Victoire (Ottawa), James Boutique (Montreal), Turtle (Boston), Pink Sugar (Calgary), Tenth & Proper (Vancouver) and othersMens Stocklist:UPC (Toronto), Oak (New York), Boutik (http://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/juma-in-to.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-496054657548819129Thu, 25 Jun 2009 11:10:00 +00002009-06-30T07:35:24.183-04:00web linksfritzhelderFritz Helder & The Phantoms, the fantastical Toronto-based music/fashion/full-on glam gang is gaining momentum in the club circuit as the first act signed to Nelly Furtado's Nelstar label (mar09).The “Greatest Hits: Platinum Edition” is scheduled to be released in the coming weeks (July 2009) throughout North America via Last Gang Records.Check the website for release details AND follow Fritz http://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/platinum-fritz-phantoms.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-930076696235757163Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:58:00 +00002009-06-25T07:07:58.204-04:00resourcesThe Style Box Showroom, Toronto's hot new Canadian-only designer showroom exclusive to celebrities, musicians, politicians and influential personalities, is now accepting applications for residency! Housed in the Toronto Fashion Incubator (www.fashionincubator.com), only 15 designers looking to promote their brand through affordable product placement will be granted a position.Selected designershttp://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/dress-canadian-celebs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-7066329907559156609Wed, 24 Jun 2009 16:30:00 +00002009-06-24T22:43:56.905-04:00resourcesshoppingcanadiandesignerFashionCan builds and manages online boutiques for independent Canadian designers. What a great low-cost option for designers to confidently hand over admin and tech duties to a company that has already built up a clientele of successful working designers such as House of Spy,Snoflake, Valerie Dumaine, etc...The boutique sites are clean, easy to navigate and shop from!Also, head to http://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/online-boutiques-for-canadian-designers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-1098437360892694987Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:10:00 +00002009-06-24T08:14:15.420-04:00upcoming eventsFreeJune 26-28, 2009 until 9 p.m.The Burroughes Building639 Queen Street Westhttp://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/toronto-designer-sale-jun26-28.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-5263392685115691625Tue, 23 Jun 2009 11:39:00 +00002009-06-24T07:59:53.759-04:00This Friday, June 26 Holt Renfrew Bloor Street (@Bay) will unveil its latest window scheme inspired by ---- Fashion Bloggers.The blogger windows will be displayed across Canada at nine stores and will feature high-profile bloggers such as The Sartorialist’s Scott Schuman, Tommy Ton (Jak & Jil) and 17-year-old Texan Jane Aldridge (Sea of Shoes). Local fashion blogger Anita of I want I got even http://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/bloggers-made-into-mannequins-holts.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-6061132215968698218Tue, 23 Jun 2009 02:48:00 +00002009-06-22T23:09:02.712-04:00shoppingOn my last trip to Vegas, although it was sweltering in the desert - I almost froze my butt off on the plane since the airline stopped distributing blankets due to the Swine Flu outbreak.Fortunately, I actually brought my own blanket/pillow duo (and really only because I recently received the package in the mail!) - a warm, convenient MyTagalongs 'Undercover Traveler' blankie/pillow/mask combo. Ahttp://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/my-tagalongs-travel-accessories.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-5083864223012247556Tue, 23 Jun 2009 02:01:00 +00002009-06-22T22:39:29.802-04:00accessoriesshoppingmenSpeech by Michael Mercanti, a Toronto-based handmade line of rugged "pirate chic" jewellery has found its way onto the pages of Teen Vogue, refinery29's pipeline and is well endorsed throughout the blogsphere.Nails and screws that look like they've been pulled out of a wall; swords and daggers and even mini Manolos and Louboutins adorn leather and chains - rock 'n roll embellishments, if you willhttp://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/speech-jewellery-for-dudes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-8976166749522008397Tue, 23 Jun 2009 01:44:00 +00002009-06-22T21:50:07.525-04:00upcoming eventsJuly 6, 200910 a.m. to 5 p.m.FASHION WEEKLY's Fashion CampA one day intense workshop filled with fashion industry guest speakers including designer and past Runway Canada contestant Jason Meyers, Overcat Communications PR guru Audrey Romoff and the list goes on...fun workshops from industry sponsors as well as career guidance information.The FW Fashion Workshop will have amazing prizes sponsored http://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/fashion-camp-1-day-workshop.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-8771413488149484727Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:11:00 +00002009-06-22T08:13:27.948-04:00street photographyhttp://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/blog-post.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-4142697039957376023Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:02:00 +00002009-06-22T07:06:23.377-04:00magazinescanadiandesignerPHOTOS BY STEVEN MIESELSTYLED BY KARL TEMPLERwww.radhourani.comhttp://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/rad-hourani-in-vogue-italia.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-7338152407014079270Sun, 21 Jun 2009 02:55:00 +00002009-06-22T06:51:23.927-04:00street photographyhttp://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/gypsy-caravan-with-69-vintage-at-drake.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Irene)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-6441664066207112020Fri, 19 Jun 2009 11:51:00 +00002009-06-19T08:27:08.074-04:00street photographyIn anticipation of this year's Pride Week in Toronto, June 19-June 28, 2009 - I thought I'd dig up some unpublished photos of us hanging out with Club Fashion on Church Street last year!http://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/pride-o8.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-7133337725394318303Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:14:00 +00002009-06-18T07:37:23.863-04:00Places I haven't been:by RachelWhile I love receiving invites to many fashion-related events within Toronto, I personally can only attend very few because of 'real' life which these days is family and other work obligations. Fortunately, my Toronto blogger friends -the original crew- are still going strong so that we can all live vicariously through them....!This month in the Toronto fashion http://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/toronto-fashionable-updates-june-2009.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-6412288946240142020Tue, 16 Jun 2009 12:13:00 +00002009-06-16T08:17:32.667-04:00shoesshoppingqueenwestboutiquesConverse for women at Get Outside - downtown 437 Queen Street West and uptown 3456 Yonge Street or even shop online!http://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/lightweight-converse-for-ladies.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-8860600192494291517Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:31:00 +00002009-06-16T08:11:52.137-04:00upcoming eventseco-friendlyNorth York’s 2nd Annual EcoSavvy FestivalMel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge StreetJune 19 & 20, 2009 (Friday & Saturday) from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.FreeBrowse and introduce yourself to green and responsibly made products & services, including: sustainable fashion wear, non-toxic cleaning products, chemical free & organic make-up, safe organic kids products, and delicious local organic food. The fashionhttp://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/05/june-1920-ecoevent-mel-lastman-square.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-8340257368815805961Mon, 15 Jun 2009 11:45:00 +00002009-06-15T07:47:04.097-04:00street photographyLast summer we took the clothing swap to the fashion yard sale - likely a new T.O trend. Looking forward to the summer!http://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/fashion-yard-sales.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-3527454307384145065Mon, 15 Jun 2009 11:30:00 +00002009-06-15T07:32:02.394-04:00upcoming eventsJune 17 – 20, 2009Fashion & Design Festival MontréalAnother reason we love Montreal - Four days of outdoor fashion shows, parties, shopping, music and fashion events in downtown Montreal!McGill College Avenue, Montréalwww.festivalmodedesign.com.http://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/fashion-design-festival-montreal.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-6232450120443130044Mon, 15 Jun 2009 11:20:00 +00002009-06-15T07:22:58.145-04:00Toronto designer and artist Annie Thompson creates reclaimed/re-worked dress for Sarah Slean's 'Recessionista' tourThompson was one of the select Canadian designers commissioned by Slean to craft a new dress made completely from reclaimed second-hand garments. Never one to shy away from a creative challenge, Thompson jumped at the opportunity to breathe new life into a variety of treasures http://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/sarah-slean-in-eco-style.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13398191.post-9139246352348497228Thu, 11 Jun 2009 11:35:00 +00002009-06-11T07:43:40.426-04:00artupcoming eventsArt'd is back with new artists and a new venue.Studio Gallery (http://www.studio.to) have joined in the planning along with Marben and Pink Mafia to host monthly gallery showings.June 10th's Art'd will feature:Tyler Vipondhttp://tv.minimanga.com/Daniela Roesslerhttp://www.danielaroessler.com/Nicole Aline Legaulthttp://www.nicolegault.blogspot.comJesi the Elder:http://www.jesi.caFood, booze, beatshttp://www.torontostreetfashion.com/2009/06/get-your-artd-on-free.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Torontostreetfashion.com)0