Toronto Fashion Week: the best and worst looks from day one
Toronto Fashion Week: the best and worst looks from day one
By Jean Grant | October 21, 2014
By Jean Grant | 10/21/2014
(Images: Jenna Marie Wakani)
Toronto Fashion Week started off strong yesterday: style heavyweights Pink Tartan and Sid Neigum each had individual shows, and the Mercedes-Benz Start-Up competition presented looks from six finalists, including Fashion Week alumnae Beaufille and Laura Siegel . For a springtime fashion event, day one was surprisingly devoid of colour. At the Pink Tartan show, Kim Newport-Mimran left behind last season’s pastel midi skirts and crop tops, and showed a collection heavy in black and navy layers. But our favourite looks from Fashion Week’s kick-off came from west-coast native Eliza Faulkner , whose chic chambray ensembles were perfectly put-together and a nice departure from all the black and white. Here, the best and worst looks from Day One.
295757 We learned yesterday that all-white outfits are still going strong for next spring. This pant, blouse and coat ensemble from <strong>Pink Tartan</strong> was the most sophisticated interpretation of the trend. (Image: Jenna Marie Wakani) Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-05-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-05.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-05.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-05/ toronto-fashion-week-day-1-05 0 0
(Image: Jenna Marie Wakani)
295753 <strong>Sid Neigum</strong> had plenty of great looks in his two presentations (he showed individually and in the Mercedes-Benz competition), but this wasn't one of them. It looks like the model just threw a bath towel over his shoulders. Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-01-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-01.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-01.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-01/ toronto-fashion-week-day-1-01 0 0
295756 Kind of surprisingly, all-black outfits were everywhere yesterday. Pink Tartan's lightweight one-piece suit, complete with a casual shawl, was the most spring-appropriate. Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-04-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-04.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-04.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-04/ toronto-fashion-week-day-1-04 0 0
295755 Without the bloomers, we doubt that Sid Neigum's ripped skirt would function as intended. Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-03-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-03.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-03.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-03/ toronto-fashion-week-day-1-03 0 0
295759 Though we loved the simplicity of Pink Tartan's other black pantsuit, this outfit went a little too far with the fringe—right into Gorilla-costume territory. Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-07-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-07.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-07.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-07/ toronto-fashion-week-day-1-07 0 0
295769 Unfortunately, the structural sleeves on Sid Neigum's all-black dress give off an intimidating, “Black Swan” look. Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-17-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-17.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-17.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-17/ toronto-fashion-week-day-1-17 0 0
295764 Though there were lots of monochromatic looks yesterday, this one from <strong>Eliza Faulkner</strong> was a refreshing departure from black and white. Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-12-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-12.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-12.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-12/ toronto-fashion-week-day-1-12 0 0
295762 Faulkner's cute, all-chambray skirt and sweatshirt outfit was another clear winner. (The sneakers give it a laid-back vibe, though the gang-style bandana may not work in real life.) Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-10-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-10.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-10.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-10/ toronto-fashion-week-day-1-10 0 0
295765 This mini dress with an iridescent sheen was one the best looks from Montreal designer <strong>Vaiken</strong>, who was another finalist in the Mercedes-Benz Start-Up competition. Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-13-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-13.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-13.jpg 666 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-13/ toronto-fashion-week-day-1-13 0 0
295767 However, this mini dress from the same designer fell way off the mark with an arbitrarily placed shoulder cage. Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-15-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-15.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-15.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-15/ toronto-fashion-week-day-1-15 0 0
295758 Day one saw plenty of pantsuits, but this boldly printed number from Pink Tartan was the most exciting. (Plus, we love the convenient pockets.) Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-06-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-06.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-06.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-06/ toronto-fashion-week-day-1-06 0 0
295766 We can't imagine how these sheer cutouts on this pantsuit from Vaiken would be flattering. Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-14-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-14.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-14.jpg 666 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-14/ toronto-fashion-week-day-1-14 0 0
295761 Though it was mainly a monochromatic day, there were a few playful prints thrown in, and we adored this psychedelic, 70s-style ensemble from <strong>Beaufille</strong>. Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-09-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-09.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-09.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-09/ toronto-fashion-week-day-1-09 0 0
295782 But this asymmetrical look from Toronto-based women's brand <strong>Blak. I</strong> was confusing. Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/FASHION-WEEK-DAY-ONE-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/FASHION-WEEK-DAY-ONE.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/FASHION-WEEK-DAY-ONE.jpg 667 1000 {"aperture":3.5,"camera":"Canon EOS 5D Mark III","created_timestamp":1413836121,"focal_length":"130","iso":"1000","shutter_speed":"0.001"} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/fashion-week-day-one/ fashion-week-day-one 0 0
295768 Layered looks were everywhere. This Japanese-style belted robe from Sid Neigum was a beautifully simple take on the trend. Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-16-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-16.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-16.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/toronto-fashion-week-day-1-16/ toronto-fashion-week-day-1-16 0 0
295783 This layered look from ethical designer <strong>Laura Siegel </strong> gave off an intense warrior vibe. (Intensely good? We're still on the fence.) Toronto Fashion Week: Day One https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/FASHION-WEEK-DAY-ONE-1-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/FASHION-WEEK-DAY-ONE-1.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/FASHION-WEEK-DAY-ONE-1.jpg 667 1000 {"aperture":3.5,"camera":"Canon EOS 5D Mark III","created_timestamp":1413836380,"focal_length":"170","iso":"1000","shutter_speed":"0.001"} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-best-worst-looks-day-one/slide/fashion-week-day-one-1/ fashion-week-day-one-1 0 0