Los Angeles can often feel big and impersonal, but on West 3rd you'll find a stretch that feels local and friendly. Right in the thick of that vibe you'll find the wonderfully welcoming Carlton Drew - a casual and preppy mens shop with East Coast accents. (See all our accounts at Stockists.) Learn from entrepreneur and founder Drew Sutton on how he had to rethink locations in a hurry, and what to expect if you're deciding to venture out on your own. We love this shop and encourage you to pop in for visit next time you're in LA. Can you tell us a little bit about your background? Drew Sutton: I opened Carlton Drew at the end of 2012, before that...
We're always excited to be a part of the conversation in the press, but even more so when it's in two of our favourites! Is there anything better than the Globe & Mail Weekend Style section? Not when you're STROKES Organic Bandana is included in there with a whole host of other amazing gift ideas for Mother's Day from some of the friendliest Canadian brands.
Then there's the April 2017 Vancouver Magazine with their 6 Style Essentials for Spring which featured our custom Limited Edition silk Pocket Square collaboration with John Fluevog. So much love out there all round... we are always grateful.
For many entrepreneurs, when they were younger they maybe had no idea where they were going to end up, but later on you can often chart the path right back to those early moments. (Hindsight is a beautiful thing.) For Noel Wendt of Norwood Clothing Co, those early years were a clear indication of where he was headed, as you'll read in the following interview: Can you tell us a little bit about your background? NW: I'm Saskatchewan born and raised. Regina has been home for most of my life outside of a few years for high school in Moose Jaw. I started skateboarding in 1984 and it shaped many things in my future including my profession. Before we get started, how do you...
We love getting inspiration from our favourite fashion bloggers, stylists, design enthusiasts, and general fashionistas on instagram, which is why we thought we'd pick their brains on 2017 Spring Style. We asked them all the same questions and got some very different answers, which was awesome! Take a read below, and we encourage you to follow the ones you identify with. Enjoy! ----- @thedailyhedonist Alexander and Matthieu are purely about the platform. They're based in Paris and Berlin, and they clearly love photography. They post on fashion and travel and use each other as the subjects most of the time. You'll get an excellent window into their tastes and style, while touring around the world (with a smile). 1. What’s an...
You don't have to be attending a stuffy event or conservative party to wear a black and white bow tie or necktie, nor should any of our top 5 black and white ties be considered in any way boring. Some of the most exciting scenarios are perfect for black and white or grayscale neck adornment. Consider any event in a location with an overload of colour, or where most patrons will be full of fauna and floral. In these situations, a tasteful or even bold use of black and white is instantly classic yet contrasting. The Soirée Black and white floral can be tough to find, but it's not tough to look good in. The General We loved the simplicity of this bow tie...
