Toronto Alternative Arts & Fashion Week

|FAT| 2011 will feature 50 runway coll...ections from national and international fashion designers, and over 100 visual artists, musicians and performers. The festival delivers a packed-to-the-brim schedule of breathtaking runway shows, exhilarating live performances, music, photography, films, videos and site-specific installations to celebrate leaders in a wide range of art forms.

Date:

Tuesday, April 26 at 6:00pm - April 29 at 11:30pm

Location:

99 Sudbury Street

Toronto, ON

ADVANCE TICKETS:
$25/ Day Pass
$70/ Week Pass (4 days)
@
Slinky/MOOG Audio: 442 Queen St West, 416-603-2600
Nathalie-Roze & Co. 1015 Queen Street East, 416-792-1699
Method Lab: 148 Augusta, 416-875-6781 (Wed-Sunday)
Shop Girls: 1342 Queen Street West, 416-534-7467
$30 at the door/ Day Pass
$70 at the door/ Week Pass
 More infos on the link FAT (1st word in the text)

The Boy from Next Door

Photographed by: Jessica
Model: Berlin L.

It was a sunny day and we got good pics of this model from head to toe. His shoes were polished, black. His jeans with his slings attached on it, are from Zara.

Followed by his sweater (that matches his shoes). A nice greyish wool. And to finish his style = just his fashionable poses!

Keri Hilson for Fashion Against AIDS 2011, the new H&M project

This is an important message.

Karl Lagerfeld Designs Latest Collection for Diet Coke

Box designed like a closet

Karl Lagerfel has designed a limited-edition ''Karl Lagerfeld Coca-Cola bottle''. He launched his product the 7th of April 2011 in Paris, at the Restaurant Georges restaurant atop the Pompidou Center, the modern art museum on the Right Bank .

In fact other designers has associated with Coca Cola including Roberto Cavalli & Gianfranco Ferre. K.L's new product will be soon in San Francisco stores soon!

The Polka Shorts en VOGUE

My polka short with golden sailor's button




Photographed by: Shana Ng (cousin)
Model: myself

 

Picture from: ShopStyle (an online shopping site)

Wether it's black or brown polka shorts, this piece of garment is a MUST to have. Usually worn in the spring/summer time & for special occasions (galas, fashion show, dinner...) with tights (an option). It is more proper to tuck any shirts in and wear them with small cowboy boots, high heels, ballerinas or flip flops. Up to you to create your OWN look!

A Mysterious Guy from Dubai...

One of our street photographer sent us this picture because this guy from Dubai- Andre has natural flair. His shoes boost his style. His black & white stripes top worn with an elegant blazer, gives him a gentleman look. Let's not forget the sunglasses that goes with it!

The Audrey Hepburn Younger Version!

Artistic Director: myself

This young lady was one of our favorite ''Street Fashionista''  since I started this blog. She blew us away with her unique style but especially with the confidence that she brought during the photoshoot.

Brief descriptif for the look of the day : black velour/cotton blazer-small shoulder handbag-black leggings- a brownish pair of moccasin-a printed leaopard scarf- ray ban (sunglasses). Isn't that a girl a rock star??! Song of the day: Make it, take it (because this girl OWN IT!)

Fashionista du Jour!



 I call her the Doll of the fashion street! Her style reveals some sexiness attitude & some confidence. Her little boots and her headband give her the bohemian chic look. Finally her printed leggings make her stand out from the crowd. Watch out for her! Song of the day : Get Sexy.

Coming Up Soon!

Can't wait to see what am I about to write about them?!

3rd Contestant of the Month...

The future Justin Bieber?



Yes that's all it takes to have a good style: skinny jeans (not too tight) - a black sweater - a brown leather belt - good shoes - a black wooly hat - with the ''Beats'' (Dr.Dre headphones). The background make it more STREET FASHION!

3 little words...

Love this MUSIC !

Quote of the Day

Hope the picture speaks for you. That's all I can tell...

2nd Contestant of the Month , The Artsy Guy!

Photo credit: Berlin L



Here is another street fashion guy we found recently. He wore that day blue navy jeans with a baby blue shirt under a burgundy (red like wine) & a dark green cardigan.
 Also wearing a men's bag & green socks that matched with everything, plus his shoes (that we loved) that gives a touch to the whole tenue. This artsy guy caught our attention!

One of a Hat Style's Definition

Hat worn with a simple plain black t-shirt and gold slings
(shoulder strap)

I posted this picture because i wanted to show a way of wearing this hat, correctly called an ''Ascot cap'' (= cuffley cap). Which were fabricated for men at first, in the 19th century. But nowdays women wear them too.

Those hats have a round edge at the end (near the forehead) usually made out of cotton, wool or felt (which is a compressed animal fiber). It keeps you warm during autumn & winter due to its fabric. Finally it gives a certain style to the outfit.

The Fabolous News Paper Woman!

Google picture

Originality, inimitable, unique , creativity is all over this picture! The pose is elegant. Standing like a ballerina she has got all of my attention. Hope she got yours too.

Music associated to Fashion (Vice-Versa)

Photomontage: myself

You might be wondering why I am posting music videos on this blog. Well the word «TRENDY » is the answer to your question. According to the Urban dictionary, trendy is defined as: « A social categorisation of person who follows modern fashion and listens to mainstream music, having no music genre in particular they follow» adding to that they can be influenced by music. They pretty fit well together and their association gives a good result. I will often post either music lists or videos. Who knows maybe you'll find the song you've been looking for or it could give you ideas if you organize a fashion show/ photoshoot. Be in the «MusiFashio Mood»!

xx

1st Contestant of the Month

Photos by: Berlin L.

He's the 1st person we saw for our first street photo of the month (April). Well dressed: yes, chic black bow tie: yes, a black cotton cardigan with a white shirt tucked in: yes,black leather shoes: yes, and to finish a dark brown crossed arm bag for men: yes. Looking professional? CERTAINLY!

Multi Stores!



Stores to go to



Here are some stores (cosmetics,accessories, lingerie, clothes & shoes) that I would suggest you to go to. You will find them mostly in Canada and others abroad.
You want to dress proper? funky? You want it to be affordable? Here's a list of stores I recommend you below (PS: you can click on the name of the store which will lead you to their website to get more infos about careers, their locations, what are their latest trends and more!) :

-AMERICAN APPAREL
-ARDENE

-AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS

-ARITZIA

-BANANA REPUBLIC

-BENETTON
-BLUE NOTES

-CLUB MONACO
-CLAIRE’S
-COSTA BLANCA
-DYNAMITE

-GARAGE

-H&M

-JACOB 

-LA SENZA

-LE CHATEAU

-SEPHORA
-SIRENS

-STITCHES

-TOWNSHOES

-URBAN BEHAVIOUR

-URBAN OUTFITTERS

-ZARA

Soooo enjoy SHOPPING THIS SPRING!

April Full of Surprises!



Pure street fashion!
Photo credit: Berlin. L



Hey world! Here is an ''avant-goût'' of my work. Saturday was a productive day. To sneak a peak of our work here's a good picture of what we did in overwall. I'll post the pictures of each person (we met on the street of Ottawa) individually. At least you got an idea of what we did!  April is full of surprises for you guys!

Something New For April!

Fashion Mix

April has finally come, so as spring! Getting inspired by the warm season, from street fashion & what is surrounding me in my everyday life. I got something NEW to bring to the table for this month... You will see, lots of tasty treats are waiting to be enjoyed by you!