HAPPY LONG WEEKEND!

THIS JUST IN: iPAD CASES

We've got new iPad cases in the shop, just in time for the beginning of the school year. They're perfect for the dapper, tech-savvy guy, and if that isn't you, we're sure he's probably a friend of yours.

These leather cases come in brown, red, and black. And because they're made of leather, you know they'll be built to last. Stop by the shop and have a look!

PICK OF THE WEEK

This week, we bring you a gem of a photo-set we recently stumbled upon, from a Surrealist Ball, held at the iconic Château de Ferrières in France, and hosted by Marie-Hélène de Rothschild in 1972. You can have a look at all the photos HERE, but we thought we'd show you some of our favourites.

How cool was this party?! And how many people can say that they've had Salvador Dali in attendance at their soirée?

THIS JUST IN: JACKETS

We've got new jackets in the shop! They're lightweight, which makes them great to wear in this hot weather. And as we transition into fall, they're perfect to layer with.

Stop by the shop and check out all the colours and patterns we've got for you. Come quick, because they're going fast!

LOOK OF THE DAY: VMA EDITION

We thought we'd give you something a little bit different for this week's 'Look of the day,' since the Video Music Awards were on last night. We present you some of looks from the men of VMAs:

Source: Google images

We're going to have to give our best dressed award (if we had one) to Daft Punk. There's just nothing quite like metallic hands and robot heads to add that certain je ne sais quoi to an ensemble.

PICK OF THE WEEK

Bespoke Tailors of Savile Row from Creativebug on Vimeo.

When we saw this video, we knew we'd have to share it with all of you. Bespoke tailors of Savile Row is about—you guessed it—some of the bespoke tailors of Savile Row, specifically, one of the shops on this famed Mayfair street, Gieves & Hawkes.  

Savile Row has been synonymous with some of the best in men’s tailoring for nearly 200 years. Gieves & Hawkes has outfitted people from Winston Churchill to Jude Law, and of course, the Royal Family, so getting a brief glimpse into this world is quite remarkable. Watch as these tailors look over every small detail, demonstrate impeccable craftsmanship, and show personal attention to each and every piece they make. 

THIS JUST IN: BRACELETS

It seems that the arm party trend has continued since the last time we mentioned it on the blog. So, we've decided to bring your a new bracelet style to add to the soirée we're sure you've already got on your wrists.

These leather bracelets with a skull detail on the closure comes in three colours, and is sure to add some edge to any outfit. Wear it on its own, next to your watch, or with your merry band of bracelets to achieve that stacked/arm party look we are so fond of.

Stop by the shop and check them out!

LOOK OF THE DAY

THIS JUST IN: CUFFLINKS

Tons of new cufflinks just made their way into the shop—the perfect accents to polish off an outfit! We've got them in colourful patterns, brushed metals, and semi-precious stones. Stop by and check them out!

PICK OF THE WEEK: DO YOU DARE?

It's safe to say that if you like bacon, you probably love bacon. Couple that love with the love of a summer carnival, and you should have the perfect combination, right?

The CNE is a Toronto summer staple, and people have been flocking there every year for the rides, the games, and more importantly--the FOOD. However, with the food options getting crazier and crazier every year, are you brave enough to try these bacon concoctions?

1. The bacon and peanut butter milkshake.
A straight-forward combination of peanut butter, ice cream, and of course, bacon.

2. The "Baked and loaded."
A sweet potato filled with marshmallows and pecans, topped with bacon bits.

3. The "spice cream cone."
Vanilla ice cream, topped with chilies, bacon bits, and nutella, inside a pizza crust cone.

So, what do you think of all of these bacon-loaded confections? Treat, or recipe for a heart-attack?

LOOK OF THE DAY

A classic colour scheme with a fun detail? Don't mind if we do!

THIS JUST IN: SHIRTS

We've got new shirts in the shop, from bold stripes to Liberty print florals—we've got you covered. Stop by and check them out!

HOW TO: SAVE YOUR DENIM

For the most part, people tend to give and up and give away/throw out their denim once it gets to this state:

Photo via Google images.

Unless you've decided to wear strategically-placed tears and holes in your jeans, you may not want to walk around with holes in your jeans. So, before you give up and (reluctantly*) toss them in the trash, we think you should try darning your denim first. Darning is a process where you basically re-weave new yarns into an area that has been worn thin or completely blown out. 

There's a neat, little tutorial on Youtube (HERE) that you can try if you happen to be good with a sewing machine. However, if you're not, darning is a relatively easy task for a tailor to do, so don't worry. 

*We added "reluctantly," because we know that sometimes, letting go of a pair of your favourite pairs of jeans, wrecked as they are, is a near impossible task for some people—you know who you are.

Darning is a much better solution to the iron-on patch, and for the most part, your jeans end up looking good as new!

TREND REPORT: TEAM PLAYERS

We've written about pro athletes and how they dress off the court/field, but now it seems the regular guys have been taking their on-the-court/field attire out on the streets. 

Hardly a new trend, but certainly a re-emrging one, the sports jersey as a shirt (or a dress for women) is slowly starting to make its way into street style blogs everywhere. Whether it be basketball, football, or baseball, jerseys are being worn as a kind of new casual-wear. Time to leave those white t-shirts at home and take out your favourite athlete's jersey instead.

What do you think of this trend?

LOOK OF THE DAY

NEW 'DO!

Carter wanted to show off his new haircut, so we snapped a few photographs. You should stop by the shop and say, "Hi!" and maybe even tell our buddy how good his hair looks—he'd love that!