Textile Museum of Canada: ReDesign 2014

The Textile Museum of Canada is putting on their annual ReDesign event again this November!  The textile museum is working in collaboration with KnollTextiles and FilzFelt who will be supplying the luxurious fabrics for the limited edition collection that Canadian designers are creating.  Designers will creating a wide array of different of goods from designer messenger bags and tech cases to deluxe toy collectibles and custom furnishings.  These items will be sold in support of the Textile Museum of Canada.  Some of the designers partaking in this years ReDesign event include, Jessica Jensen, Karl Lohnes and Moss & Lam.  With such a fabulous caliber of designers, this year's ReDesign event looks like it will be another great success. 

This year's event will also feature a special guest, Irma Boom, an internationally renowned Dutch designer of KnollTextiles' iconic striped fabrics! 

If you are interested in finding out more about the Textile Museum's upcoming ReDesign event on November 4th, 2014 or are interested in purchasing tickets, please click here.   

Toronto Men's Fashion Week TOM*: Christopher Bates

This past week, Toronto hosted its first Men’s Fashion week, following in the steps of many of the largest and most influential capitals.  Among the highlights of the week was Christopher Bates closing show on Tuesday night. 

Bates’ updated mens sartorial designs have made him a mainstay on Toronto runways and a highlight of the Canadian menswear design scene.

Bates runway show began with a short film encapsulated his contemporary aesthetic and sartorial designs that were soon sent down the runway. 

Bates showcased his new line, which featured a myriad of pieces that exuded a cool and collected confidence from the more classic and refined tuxedo to the more casual and relaxed knits. 

The line featured classic garments with updated and exciting details, which has become Bates trademark. 

The lipstick stain on the shirt collar featured heavily throughout the show was a highlight for those in attendance.  Bates showed tailored shorts, suspenders and laidback knits that will continue to sustain his reputation as a purveyor of smart-casual contemporary design.