Street Style: platforms, prints and other daring looks at Toronto Men’s Fashion Week
Street Style: platforms, prints and other daring looks at Toronto Men’s Fashion Week
By Jean Grant | March 2, 2015
By Jean Grant | 03/02/2015
(Images: Jenna Marie Wakani)
Toronto Men’s Fashion Week—better known in some circles as TOM—took place last week, attracting some of the city’s most sartorially minded males. In between runway shows from designers like Andrew Coimbra and Garrison Bespoke , we spotted off-duty models, boldly dressed bloggers and suited-up professionals milling about the Carlu. We chatted to some of the best-dressed guys about their style philosophies, strategies for standing out in a crowd and, of course, how to stay warm and look sharp at the same time.
307968 <strong>Name:</strong> Johnny Daring<br />
<strong>Age:</strong> 32<br />
<strong>Profession:</strong> Visual Merchandiser<br />
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“I feel like I just open the closet and the clothes come out at me. What can I say? It's not a science—either you can do it or you can't.” (Image: Jenna Marie Wakani) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-01-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-01.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-01.jpg 800 1200 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-01/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-01 0 0
(Image: Jenna Marie Wakani)
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307971 <strong>Name:</strong> Wolf J. McFarlane<br />
<strong>Age:</strong> 23<br />
<strong>Profession:</strong> Graphic Designer<br />
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“I just get dressed. And layer up when it's this cold.” https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-04-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-04.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-04.jpg 800 1200 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-04/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-04 0 0
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307973 <strong>Name:</strong> Dylan Horner<br />
<strong>Age:</strong> 19<br />
<strong>Profession:</strong> Student/Blogger<br />
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“Pops of colour definitely help get me noticed. Especially my hair. I'm constantly changing it. It's been blue for a few days but I really want to go white next.” https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-06-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-06.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-06.jpg 800 1200 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-06/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-06 0 0
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307974 <strong>Name:</strong> Kish Rav<br />
<strong>Age:</strong> 28<br />
<strong>Profession:</strong> Fashion Blogger<br />
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“I'm very into detail. I like to look sharp.” https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-07-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-07.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-07.jpg 800 1200 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-07/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-07 0 0
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307975 <strong>Name:</strong> Gordon Coutts<br />
<strong>Age:</strong> 25<br />
<strong>Profession:</strong> Model<br />
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“I generally stay in my comfort zone, but I always like to add a bit of edge. In this weather, beauty is pain!” https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-08-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-08.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-08.jpg 800 1200 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-08/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-08 0 0
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307977 Name: Corey Meirik<br />
Age: 24<br />
Profession: Model<br />
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“Honestly, I just like anything that stands out.” https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-10-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-10.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-10.jpg 800 1200 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-10/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-10 0 0
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307979 <strong>Name:</strong> Cameron Wilson<br />
<strong>Age:</strong> 24<br />
<strong>Profession:</strong> Store Owner (Untitled & Co.)<br />
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“It's all about no fear—just giv'r, you know? My friend gave me these shoes, so I'm excited to wear them out. The foil is actually doing a good job of keeping the heat in. But usually I wear a lot of fur.” https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-12-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-12.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-12.jpg 800 1200 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-12/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-12 0 0
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307981 <strong>Name:</strong> Marcus Kan<br />
<strong>Age:</strong> 30<br />
<strong>Profession: </strong>Artistic Director<br />
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“My style is very sartorial—I'm usually in a suit. But I love to add a funky tie.” https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-14-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-14.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-14.jpg 800 1200 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-14/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-14 0 0
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307983 <strong>Name:</strong> Danyl Geneciran<br />
<strong>Age:</strong> 23<br />
<strong>Profession:</strong> Editor of TOM* Magazine<br />
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“I always try to wear something that pops out—today, for example, it's my Kenzo pants. They're just fun. To stay warm, a good stylish jacket is great. Also wool. And fur.” https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-16-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-16.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-16.jpg 800 1200 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-16/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-16 0 0
307985 <strong>Name:</strong> Daut Berisha<br />
<strong>Age:</strong> 18<br />
<strong>Profession:</strong> Model<br />
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“I'm really into all-black minimalism and simplicity—kind of a Paris vibe. I stand out by not caring what people think is important, and just doing me.” https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-18-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-18.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-18.jpg 800 1186 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-18/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-18 0 0
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307986 <strong>Names:</strong> Tao Nio, Dawit Abeera, Keenon Peterson<br />
<strong>Ages:</strong> 19, 19, 20<br />
<strong>Professions:</strong> DJ, Designer, Personal Trainer<br />
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“We belong to a creative collective and express ourselves through fashion and music. So being together is what makes us stand out, you know?” https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-19-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-19.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-19.jpg 800 1200 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-19/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-19 0 0
307987 <strong>Name:</strong> Dave Heinonem<br />
<strong>Age:</strong> 41<br />
<strong>Profession:</strong> Model<br />
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“I'm really into re-interpretation of early nineties fashion.” https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-20-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-20.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-20.jpg 800 1200 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-20/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-20 0 0
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307989 <strong>Name:</strong> Cameron Geddes<br />
<strong>Age:</strong> 19<br />
<strong>Profession:</strong> Model<br />
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“I like to dress edgy, but in this weather you can't go wrong with a Canada Goose.” https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-22-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-22.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-22.jpg 800 1200 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-22/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-22 0 0
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308000 <strong>Name:</strong> Guy Harris<br />
<strong>Age:</strong> 35<br />
<strong>Profession:</strong> Model/Bell Technician<br />
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“I like a bit of classic mixed in with a bit of street. In the winter, good long johns are essential.” https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-33-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-33.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-33.jpg 800 1200 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-33/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-33 0 0
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307992 <strong>Name:</strong> Imran Warsi<br />
<strong>Age:</strong> 25<br />
<strong>Profession:</strong> Insurance Coordinator<br />
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“My requirements are comfortable and black. I'd typically wear a North Face jacket over this whole thing.” https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-25-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-25.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-25.jpg 800 1200 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-25/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-25 0 0
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308001 <strong>Name:</strong> Micah Pleasant<br />
<strong>Age:</strong> 24<br />
<strong>Profession:</strong> Merchandiser<br />
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“Less is always more. I like easy layers that are warm but not bulky.” https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-34-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-34.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mens-Fashion-Week-Street-Style-34.jpg 800 1200 [] https://torontolife.com/style/street-style-platforms-prints-daring-looks-toronto-mens-fashion-week/slide/mens-fashion-week-street-style-34/ mens-fashion-week-street-style-34 0 0
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A small mistake, since updated: we accidentally switched the names and quotes of two of the guys in our gallery above—Micah Pleasant and Imram Warsi. Our apologies to both.
Um…. style? Pyjama pants, barefoot in dress shoes, stretched earlobes?! No surprise they are all pictured alone.
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