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Tom Ford Spectacles

2009-11-08T13:57:00.001-08:00

Ferrari 458 Italia

2009-11-08T13:55:00.000-08:00

Pure art. No details necessary.

Tokyo Auto Show Highlights

2009-10-25T20:08:00.001-07:00

Here are a few select highlights that caught my eye from the 2009 Tokyo Auto Show, via TopGear.com. Nothing too exciting went down as many North American and European car companies did not show here as a result of Japan's usual preference for local models as well as the impact that the recent downtown has had on Japan's economy. With that being said, there were a couple of cool showings that deserve some press.

New Lotus Exige Stealth. Lighter, Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger. Two coats of paint here. First a glossy layer and then a matte black to give it a pretty dirty two tone color scheme that looks pretty mean.

The Honda CR-Z hybrid crossover concept with both scissor and sliding doors to fulfill all of your hip hop fantasies. Looks like an interesting car and word is that it's fairly close to production. It is hybrid *booo*, which is not as great for the environment as people think. Think about all the electricity factories that would be needed to supply power to these if everyone just started driving hybrids! Electricity does not grow on trees people. With that being said, this model sure kicks the Prius' ass and if I was forced to drive an electric golf cart, this would be it.

The much talked about Lexus LFA supercar. Now, if this is new to you, you're probably as surprised as everyone else was when they first saw this guy. Now, Lexus is not typically known for their performance automobiles. I would say that they would be the Japanese equivalent of a Cadillac with soft, squishy seats and equally soft suspension for 50 year old middle aged men. However, this Lexus is of a different breed. It packs a 500bhp roaring V10 engine and comes with a staggering price tag of $350,000-$375,000. Who would be that crazy to spend that kind of money on a Lexus. When you start throwing that number of presidents around, you're breaking into supercar top tier status and the bevy of beauties at your disposable makes you wonder if this Lexus really belongs in the high rollers club.

A cool Nissan concept that has a body that leans into corners to give the sensation of carving. I love the idea of driving one of these.

Subaru Hybrid Tourer Concept.

The new Toyota FT-86 Concept. By far my favorite car from the show. It's great to see Toyota bring back a rear-wheel drive coupe with aggressive looks. This is the best looking Toyota in a while. I guess now that Toyota has cornered the reliable family vehicle segment, their design team had some extra time to really let their creative juices flow. Now they say this a concept, but by the looks of the production ready body, this model is probably not too far out realistically. I think this car is a potential Audi A4 and BMW 3 series killer. Expect its price point to be a notch lower overall and if you can get the reliability of a Toyota to go with it, bonus!

Greedy Genius Nautical High Tops

2009-10-25T20:01:00.000-07:00

I'm liking the look of these Greedy Genius boat shoe high tops. A little more 'street' compared to the typical band of outsiders sperry top-siders boots. The earthy brown leather and tan canvas colorways are definite heaters, but I'm questioning how these would fit with slim or straight leg denim. The blue leather version would be my pick for the summer months. Overall, a very well designed shoe with what looks to be solid construction, excellent materials, and a clean, simple sole. Kudos.

50 of the past 50 - Stylish Gentlemen

2009-10-22T15:58:00.000-07:00

I highly suggest that you stop by the new men.style.com, now known as simply GQ.com and check out their brilliant feature on the top 50 stylish men of the past 50 years. Linky here. I've posted a few of the images that caught my eye and I'm sure you'll recognize some of the familiar faces. You can take a lot of inspiration from these cool cats.

... and remember, style is eternal, while fashions merely fade.

Nike Air Structure Yellow/Black

2009-10-22T15:55:00.001-07:00

New Air Structure Triax 91 colorway via Livestock. I'm craving these!!!

Buenos Aires Street Art

2009-09-22T23:12:00.000-07:00

My fascination with Buenos Aires continues to grow. Here are some select shots of the street art/graffiti scene. This vibrant city definitely grows from the ground up.

- photos from landingpadba.com and Buenos Aires Perspective

Bright Lights of the Big City

2009-09-22T22:59:00.000-07:00

New York city portrait, HD time lapse, April 2006, music by Moby from Max Moos on Vimeo.

Truly one of the greatest cities in the world. An amazing display of time-lapse photography sequences that brilliantly capture the mystique of New York City. Watch it to be mesmerized.

Say hello...

2009-09-21T14:45:00.001-07:00

Turning 25 is a pretty big moment, so in order to honor the occasion, I was gifted a beautiful barcelona chair in black leather. I couldn't of been treated with anything better! This style is so me and I've always seen this piece as the pinnacle of furniture design. Timeless, classic, legendary.

Kudos Mies van der Rohe.

Adidas SLVR Chukkas

2009-09-18T12:53:00.000-07:00

Not typically a fan of chukka style boots, but Adidas SLVR gives this suede version from their latest collection their own unique twist. Love the eyelets, the sole and the overall clean look of these. Choice.

On the Bookshelf...

2009-09-15T10:03:00.001-07:00

Check out more fine literature at Paul Smith's Bookshop aqui.

He's Back!

2009-09-15T09:56:00.000-07:00

Canada's favourite Italian-Canadian is back for another round of great food adventures through Italy. Legitimately one of the best shows on the Food Network.

Thom Browne SS10

2009-09-15T09:54:00.000-07:00

... a couple of choice looks from Thom Browne's SS10 collection. The man's a magician.

Marc Jacobs Skate Decks

2009-09-10T23:01:00.000-07:00

I wouldn't know whether to thrash these or stash these. One thing that is certain, you'd be the freshest skater in town.

Weekly Clipboard

2009-09-07T15:26:00.001-07:00

Points of interest from a recent stroll through the intraweb.

Graphic Europe

2009-09-07T15:23:00.000-07:00

From Curated.com

Given that people in creative fields often have leads on some of the more intriguing establishments in any given city, it should be no surprise that this book unearths some entertaining options. Each city is covered by a local designer. This gives both the content and the graphic identity unique and distinctive character.

In all, 31 cities are given “alternative guides” in Graphic Europe. The book will release in October through Cicada Books. A welcome change of pace from the canned vision of Lonely Planet.

Simple Kicks

2009-09-03T13:14:00.000-07:00

"I adore simple pleasures. They are the last refuge of the complex."
Oscar Wilde (1854 - 1900), The Picture of Dorian Gray, 1891

Check out these clean cut sneaks for all their worth. They're glorious!

Common Projects x United Bamboo

Nike Dunk High Ac Tz - Black and Grey

Adidas Consortium 3 Way Project - Black and Grey

For the Ladies...

2009-08-28T21:20:00.000-07:00

Thought it was time to check in with my favourite Swedes from the Stockholm Street Style Blog. Here's some summer looks from some pretty Scandinavian chicas.

Maybe it'll be my next travel destination???

Wax Jackets

2009-08-26T17:33:00.000-07:00

I can't help but notice the sudden rise in popularity of English style waxed cotton outerwear in the blogosphere of late. Brands like Barbour certainly merit the attention. Very solid outerwear and a staple for any wardrobe. Maybe it's my English roots that attracts me like a magnet to these pieces.

I only bring this up because I was recently in Argentina, where these waxed cotton jackets seem to be the norm. Almost like they've clued in to this sense of style for years! Never before in my life have I seen so many classic European and English menswear stores. There must have been almost 1 on every block. There is a very strong equine and rural society in Argentina so a lot of their fashion is a derivative of polo culture and agriculture. We're talking tweeds, corduroy, herringbone, leather, cashmere and other fine materials. Just image hunting jackets with elbow patches, Oxford/Barbour waxed cotton coats, leather loafers and corduroy or wool slacks. It may sound stuffy, but for some reason, the Argentinians seem to pull it off.

N.A.S.A. "WHACHADOIN?" (FEAT. M.I.A., SPANK ROCK, SANTOGOLD, & NICK ZINNER)

2009-08-24T20:21:00.000-07:00

Wow...this is a crazy track! I love it. The video is pretty mind blowing too. N.A.S.A., Santogold, M.I.A, Spank Rock, and Nick Zanner.

Vancouver Bound

2009-08-19T18:14:00.000-07:00

I'm excited to be back in Vancouver for the first time in over 6 months, albeit for less than 24 hours. It'll be short and sweet so I'll make sure to make the best of my trip.

It's been a while since I've been out there! Last December to be exact, so needless to say, I have a lot of catching up to do. I've taken some ideas from Room 907 as well as the h(y)r collective and compiled a very loose to do list. I'm really looking forward to hitting up some of Vancouver's best retail men's shops. They're doing a great job out on the West Coast so I can't wait to see what they have to offer. Here's my list so far:

- Roden Gray
- Dutil Denim
- Lark
- Stussy Chapter Store
- Alife
- Livestock
- Goodfoot
- Headqaurter
- Thomas Haas
- Holt Renfrew

If you have any other suggestions, post them in the comments!

Totally Tubular

2009-08-17T17:56:00.000-07:00

Thought this was a worthy summer time post. Who doesn't love surfing. Truly one of the world's most universal sports along with Futbal.

Transworld Surf just had a little feature on some of the best barrels of all time and this one for me takes the cake. Tune in around the 37 second mark to catch one of the most impressive barrels that I've ever seen. Epic!

Speaking of surf, check out this shot of mine from Newquay in Cornwall, England. Pretty intense.

Weekly Clipboard

2009-08-13T18:53:00.001-07:00

Jordans and Shades

2009-08-10T18:06:00.001-07:00

This past weekend I was having a conversation with some mates about two of my biggest weaknesses. Sneakers and Shades. Now that I think of it, that could have be the title of my blog! Anyways, we got talking about Christian Dior and Dior Homme eyewear so I figured I better get up to speed with what they've been up to lately. I must say, they do offer an impressive range of eyewear in a lot of unique colorways. I've posted some that I wouldn't mind adding to the collection.

On the topic of sneakers, I wouldn't say I'm a huge collector. I'm an enthusiast and fan of classic kicks as well as many of the recent collaborations. I think a fully stalked closet must include a solid set of sneaks as well as your classic lifetime boots and dress shoes. I've never really been that deep in the Jordan scene, but our conversation sparked a little interest in me. Obviously I have an appreciation of such a pivotal shoe in sneaker culture. Jordan's 3 -6 are definitely the ones I'm into and the elephant print on the 3 probably takes the cake. Here's some Jordan eye candy for all of ya.

Jill Sander + Uniqlo

2009-08-10T18:03:00.001-07:00

Great looking collection from Jill Sander x Uniqlo. To bad the nearest Uniqlo is probably 5,000 miles away.

A Photographer in Buenos Aires

2009-08-09T16:22:00.000-07:00

A Photographer in Buenos Aires from David Evans on Vimeo.

Here is my video edit from Buenos Aires for all of you to enjoy. For starters, I should mention again that I was down there to cover South America's largest agriculture and rural exhibition. Ironically, the event was held in the center of Buenos Aires' trendy Palermo district. Once the show wrapped up, I went to a horse sale outside of Buenos Aires, toured around the city, and visited all the major sites. In that sense, this video mixes both business and pleasure. This is really my first serious video edit compiled in Final Cut so I'm excited to get it out there. The other unique thing is that every clip was shot on my Canon SD780 IS point and shoot camera. It's incredibly small and shoots great HD video so I hope I do it justice. Anyways, enjoy the show!

Items of Desire

2009-08-08T09:53:00.000-07:00

Alexander McQueen black aviators.

DSquared2 Brogues.

Good looking appetizers.

Close: Thin crisp, caviar, red onion, cream cheese, dill.

Far: Salty chip, salmon tartare, slice of lemon, wasabi

Argentina in Images

2009-08-01T17:58:00.001-07:00

Here is a mega post with some of my favourite shots from Argentina so far.

It's been a blast!

Exposicion Rural

2009-07-26T21:17:00.000-07:00

Here are some photographs of the event in Buenos Aires that I'll be photographing for www.ShowChampions.com. Landing Tuesday morning - stoked!

T-A...N-G-O

2009-07-26T17:42:00.000-07:00

I only wish I could edit and produce videos like this. It certainly gives me some ideas though.

Music compliments of the Gotan Project.

Things I Look Forward To...

2009-07-25T09:18:00.000-07:00

... in Buenos Aires

The colourful Boca neighborhood

Felix store in Palermo - One of Buenos Aires' finest streetwear stores

Locals doing the Tango at the San Telmo Market on Sundays

The busy streets in the San Telmo market.

The crazy nightlife that BA has to offer.

Test Shot

2009-07-24T11:27:00.000-07:00

Downtown Calgary - Stephen Avenue Mall with my new SD780 IS. Cross processed.

Cowboy Dave

2009-07-23T11:07:00.000-07:00

Me, doing the pensive cowboy look at the Calgary Stampede while on photography duty. Those boots and the hat are for real yo! Kudos to Krystle for the picture.

~ Notice the red G-shock, haha.

Welcome to the Family

2009-07-22T12:17:00.001-07:00

Today I welcome a new addition to my camera collection. This little rascal is the new Canon SD780 IS with HD 720 video. I'll be taking this down to Buenos Aires to shoot a little footage here and there.

Of course it's in matte black. Gangster.

Sneak Peak

2009-07-21T20:52:00.001-07:00

Curve is preparing for a little side-project that is going to launch early next week. I've called it Dave in Argentina (very uninspiring title, but it gets the job done). This will be a little side blog to document my adventures, photographs and videos from the capital of Argentina - Buenos Aires. I'm not visiting simply for pleasure. I actually have a photo assignment at the Palermo Livestock Show. I'm currently lacking a lot of the details, but I'm really looking forwarding to getting some great stills and video, as well as taking our ShowChampions Inc. platform truly international. Plus I get to hang out in Buenos Aires for a few days so you can be sure that I'll be out in full force with my camera.

Although I travel over 100 days a year - mostly to the US, it's been a while since I've been international like this. Last trip being my around the world trip in 2006. It's safe to say that I've caught the travel bug once again and I'm excited about my maiden voyage to South America. Stay tuned as I continue to set up the second site and preview my trip with some inspiring images from Argentina.

Shopping List

2009-07-21T20:00:00.000-07:00

Billykirk Sebago Boat Shoes - in navy

Tag Heuer Monaco LS

Wolverine 1000 Mile Boot

DSquared Eyewear

Timerland Deck Boot

TDF - Art Bikes

2009-07-20T20:29:00.000-07:00

Pictured above - all of the one-off art bikes (minus the Damien Hirst) for Lance Armstrong's time trial runs during the 2009 Tour de France.

I know the whole fix gear thing has taken off recently, but these are some badass bicycles. Kudos to all the artists and the Livestrong team for getting it done. All of them are nice, but I can't deny the KAWS wheels above. For more info on all the bikes, visit
http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/stages/kaws/

Nike SB - Raul Rodriguez

2009-07-20T20:26:00.000-07:00

A cool Nike SB ad featuring Paul and Ice Cube.

Woolrich Woolen Mills FW09

2009-07-20T20:22:00.001-07:00

Trying to catch up on a few of the collections that have caught my eye the past little while. The more I see of Woolrich Woolen Mills, the more I am inspired by the rugged outerwear that they bring to the table. Love the diversity of fabrics here and everything looks so comfortable. Those red and blue jackets are definitely on my radar.

Asos Fall 2009

2009-07-20T20:16:00.001-07:00

Wow, great collection from Asos. Everything is on point here. Especially those jackets.

Adidas SLVR Looks

2009-07-20T20:12:00.000-07:00

... Ok, so now EVERYONE wants to look fresh!

From the Bookshelf

2009-07-20T20:01:00.000-07:00

...on the current trends in menswear:

"We're currently assailed by simple creations and traditional designs harking back to a no-bullshit era of staples done well. A focus on fabrics, cuts and build quality, plus a mix of dandyish looks and everyman classicism has permeated a territory once dominated by big logos and ironic references delivered LOUDLY, and we're not complaining. It's the rise of common sense clothing. The sort of gear that won't have you recoiling when your kids trawl your photo archive in search of mockery targets. Consider it sartorial futureproofing."

- Crooked Tongues Editorial on the Ransom/Adidas Originals Collaboration

Couldn't have said it better myself.

Back in the Saddle Again

2009-07-13T09:32:00.000-07:00

This is an exciting time of year as I anxiously hope to see Lance Armstrong capture another Tour de France victory. It's incredible how one man can bring so much attention and publicity to not only cycling, but to the fight of cancer. From the get go, Lance has dedicated his ride in the Tour de France to the LIVESTRONG campaign, to bring awareness and global commitment to cancer reasearch and programs. Major kudos.

Additionally, Lance has brought the art world with a series of artist designed time trial bikes that he will be sporting throughout the Tour. The first was the debut time trial bike designed by Marc Newson. Marc Newson is a revolutionary designer whose work in the fields of aerospace, furniture, product, jewelry, interior, and vehicle design have earned him countless accolades from the design community. He counts companies like Nike, Ford, Dom Pérignon, Cappellini, Qantas, Samsonite and Jaeger Le Coultre among his A-list clientele. For this bike, Newson used subtle flat black paint offset by glossy contrast details including the Stroboscopic rear wheel design that appears to pulsate at it spins. The bike brings a new level of design sophistication to the most legendary cycling event in the world while simultaneously flying the flag of cancer awareness in Livestrong yellow.

Can't wait to see what Damien Hirst has up his sleeve for Lance's final time trial bike in the 2009 tour. Apparently it's pretty incredible, from what Lance has been twittering lately.

Ransom Footwear and Clothing

2009-07-13T09:20:00.001-07:00

Here's a sneak peak of Ransom's new footwear line in collaboration with Adidas Originals. The detailing looks on point and all the colorways are worthy of attention. Great to see GoodFoot owner and Canadian Matt George pushing the sportswear and footwear scene. Definitely looking forward to the release of these.

I'm eyeing the tan suede summit hiking boot or the black leather model as my picks of the bunch. Click here to read an in depth interview with Matt George and Ben Pruess of Adidas Originals about the line.

Also, Ransom just released a couple of nice short sleeve chambray shirts on their online store, Ransom Holding Co.

Junya Watanabe/Comme Des Garcons Jackets

2009-07-13T09:12:00.001-07:00

Great jackets from Junya Watanabe. Really feelin' the tan & leather one.

Nike Cycling Windrunner

2009-07-13T09:08:00.000-07:00

Nike gives their iconic windrunner an upgrade with taped zips, a foldaway hood and a new lightweight waterproof material. Perfect for cycling, travel or those cool summer days we've been having in Calgary lately.

Wings & Horns

2009-07-13T09:06:00.000-07:00

Vancouver's Wings & Horns looking good for Fall/Winter 09.

Super Sunglasses S/S 2010

2009-07-02T10:47:00.001-07:00

Super, once again killing it with a mighty fine range of sun spectacles for Spring/Summer 2010. Hand made in Italy, Carl Zeiss lenses and fresh to death - you can't go wrong! I have a pair and they're awesome.

via Hypebeast

Moonwalk > Spin > Toestand.

2009-06-28T11:58:00.000-07:00

This video will give you chills. What an incredible performance.

Woolrich Woolen Mills S/S 2010

2009-06-25T22:39:00.000-07:00

I'm very grateful for the vision of Daiki Suzuki and his reincarnation of the American work wear aesthetic. His work with Engineered Garments and the Woolrich Woolen Mills brand has sparked a renaissance in "Americana" and ruggedly sensible clothes. I'm extremely intrigued in this approach as now more than ever, you're starting to see references to different parts of American culture. Here for example, Woolrich Woolen Mills explores vintage California surf culture. These pieces are timeless, relaxed and fun. I'm really liking the liberty print shirts as well as the vintage inspired Carlsbad jacket.

Alexander McQueen 010 Flip Book

2009-06-23T19:35:00.000-07:00

8 Hours in Los Angeles

2009-06-22T19:38:00.000-07:00

Here is my photo diary of my 8 hours in LA from April, 2009. It was a whirlwind tour of some of the premier clothing stores in LA. Enjoy the ride!

10:00am start

First stop Malibu. Lifestyles of the rich and famous. Pretty sure Brody Jenner is floating around out there on his surfboard.

I set aside 30 minutes to take a scenic drive up the Pacific Coastal Highway and ran into this beauty of a Ferrari. Don't photograph and drive people! Not safe.

First shop was Fred Segal in Santa Monica. What an incredible store. No wonder you see young Hollywood's finest strolling out of here with the signature Segal bags hanging from their arms. The place is like a maze and you could spend hours sifting through the finest hip and trendy clothes that LA has to offer.

Next, I took a straight shot up Santa Monica BLVD towards Beverly Hills. Didn't have time to stop so I snapped this from the cockpit. I did make the prerequisite stop at Barney's New York in Beverly Hills because this is my all time favorite one-stop shop. The volume of up and coming designers they carry is something I really look forward to every time I step foot in the doors.

Second shop, Maison Martin Margiela. Now this is a mystical place. You hear about Margiela quite a bit on the blogosphere and see many photos identical to this one, but I have the inside scoop - literally. Lately, I've become very intrigued by the aesthetic Maison Martin Margiela is bringing to the fashion industry and wanted to see it for myself while I was in LA.

Inside, the space is almost theatrical. Very space conscious for sure. Two racks of men's clothes and a shelf of accessories could easily take you half an hour to go through as the fine detailing, craftmanship and materials were just out of this world. It's always great to see this kind of quality. Plus the sales people were wearing white lab coats. Fresh.

Another view of the men's store and yes that is a tower of champagne glasses displaying Margiela's footwear.

It was time to go a little more mainstream, so I shifted gears and strolled up to Melrose Ave, which included my next big hit list of shops. Here you are looking at the Kitson's men's section, which offers a fine selection of everything you need to dress from head to toe. Definitely a diverse section of brands that you will never see in Canada.

Ah ha! I must not forget a stop at my favorite French friends at A.P.C. This is actually the second A.P.C. store that I've been to (the other being NY). I much prefer this one's intimate space and friendly staff that weren't afraid to give their own opinions on their own products. Ended up getting a nice madras shirt here.

I had to go back upscale for a little bit at my next stop. This is the Alexander McQueen flagship on Melrose. Famous for all the parties and events that have occured here over the years. The store in pretty incredible. Almost cavernous if I can describe it. The curved walls and tight layout created a very tranquil environment compared to the busy streets of LA. It was amazing seeing these clothes in person and I now realize how the high price is justified. This is fashion at its premier level. The shoes especially were off the chart.

Inside Alexander McQueen.

Another shot of the McQueen store.

Just a few steps away is Marc Jacob's LA empire. I poked my head in the men's shop and I must say I was truly impressed. A small shop nonetheless, but there is plenty of Marc products to sift through.

As I ventured eastward, Opening Ceremony was on my radar. Over the past couple of years, OC has blown up, and deservedly so. With celebs lake Lady Gaga in queue, they're obviously doing something right. This store is incredible and everyone must make a visit at least once in their life. Just imagine a house where everyone room is full of the finest fashions you can set your sets on. Everything from Steven Alan, Nom de Guerre, Acne, Opening Ceremony, Band of Outsiders, Comme Des Garcons and more! You could easily get lost in this place.

These three shops side by side are basically the front line, the mecca of the most progressive streetwear hitting the world today. You've got Union, Stussy LA and Undefeated all nice and cozy beside one another. This area was basically ground zero for the Air Yeezy launch and is the place to be if you're looking for KAWS pieces, Original Fake, WTAPS, Play Cloths and of course the most insane sneakers on the planet.

Here's a shot inside Union.

Down the block is American Rag Cie. A very overwhelming store with tons to see! They do carry RRL jeans, which I was very impressed by. Here you can find pretty much any label you set your heart's desire on. A nice collection of footwear and vintage clothing to boot. Although it make you an hour to sift through all the clothes, you may just find that perfect piece.

After hitting all these shops, I was pretty exhausted and running short of time. I made the decision to head over to the infamous Grove, celebrity hangout central. It is a pretty amazing outdoor shopping setup, and the crowds seem to feel the same. The highlight here was the Aspen Optical and Barney's CO-OP stores. All in all, a great place to chill on heaty LA day.

6:00pm finish. I had just enough time to catch a nice light/fountain show at the Grove before a hefty drive back to Palm Springs.

I'm not sure I could have fit much more into 8 hours in LA. It was almost surreal stopping at all these places and I'm glad I documented my trip. Who knows if it will inspire people to spend more time in LA or not, but if you're into clothes, then these shops might just be for you.

Y-3 Shoes: Hemla

2009-06-15T18:53:00.000-07:00

Y-3 consistently delivers inspired footwear the bridges the gap between formality and a sports influenced base product. The Hemla model, launching this fall, combines both of these elements and really defines the style Yohji Yamamoto's Y-3 brand is bringing to Adidas. Seen here are two leather colorways, glossy black on a black sole, and matte black with white trim. Keep these on the radar, and expect to see them this fall.

*Update: looks like a white colorway is available on their site!

Classic Air Jordan Ads

2009-06-12T20:37:00.001-07:00

I came across this sweet feature on my daily tour of the blogosphere. The classic shots of Spike Lee and Michael Jordan got me hyped on all the vintage Nike marketing. Here are Some great looking Nike ads from yesteryear that are definitely worth a peep.

Steven Alan Shirts

2009-06-10T20:41:00.000-07:00

Now that the warmth of summer is finally gracing the city of Calgary and the rest of the Northern Hemisphere, it's time to stock up on some easy breezy Steven Alan shirts. There is no better setup for the summer months than deck shoes, a nice Steven Alan shirt and a fine pair of shorts (cut above the knee).

When you buy one of these shirts, you can be assured of excellent craftsmanship, solid durability and features unique to Mr. Alan (ie. twisted plackets and reverse seams). Here's a couple that I've been keeping my eye on.

Stussy Calls the Dr.

2009-06-10T20:28:00.000-07:00

Stussy x Dr. Martens Desert Boot under the Stussy Deluxe Collection. $135. Choice.

SLVR Sneaks

2009-06-09T18:08:00.000-07:00

Some nice looking sneaks from SLVR by Adidas.

Possibly the Coolest Street Mural Ever

2009-06-07T21:50:00.000-07:00

Kingston, ON

Kid Cudi - Heaven at Night Video

2009-06-07T20:40:00.000-07:00

Cudi's second single from Man on the Moon. Produced by Ratatat.

The Craziest Two Minutes of Dancing You Ever Did See

2009-06-05T19:14:00.000-07:00

This may just be the craziest video of the Sasquatch Music Festival floating around the intraweb these days. Kudos to my friend Nish, at Eye.Know, for capturing this epic moment while Santigold was tearing up the stage.

Quelle heure est-il?

2009-06-04T16:01:00.000-07:00

My brand new red G-Shock G-LIDE watch. Never thought I would find such a fine timepiece in quiet Kingston, Ontario.

Band of Outsiders A/W 09

2009-06-04T15:34:00.000-07:00

Band of Outsiders gives us some looks from their autumn/winter collection for 2009. Tailoring, as usual, is on point.

3Sixteen: Behind the Scenes

2009-06-04T15:31:00.001-07:00

A Day with 3sixteen from 3sixteen on Vimeo.

Bow Tie Parlour

2009-06-04T15:27:00.000-07:00

J.Press delivers some great bow tie flavours with their collection of fine madras neck pieces.

Amish Country

2009-05-30T05:15:00.000-07:00

For the past week, Curve has been touring around the countryside of Pennsylvania as well as the beautiful city of Philadelphia. Pennsylvania really is a beautiful state with lush green countryside, the Gettysburg battlefield and so much history in the big cities. Plus I've been hanging with some Amish hombres.

I've been capturing bunch video and photography content so expect to see some of the cool shots up on the blog shortly.

Ya Heard: Lykke Li vs Hood Internet

2009-05-25T16:51:00.001-07:00

Lately I find myself listening to a lot of the Chicago based duo, The Hood Internet. Their creative mixtapes of mainstream hip hop and dance beats makes for some very interesting music. One of my favorites is Lykke Li vs The Hood Internet. It's essentially a mini-mix from her full length album mixed with a ton of other stuff. The tracks range from melodic to house style dance beats. At 6 tracks, it's short but sweet. Click here to preview and download the full mixtape for free!

'Swede' Style

2009-05-25T16:47:00.001-07:00

"If the devil wears prada
adam eve wear nada
I'm somewhere in between,
but way more fressha!" - Yeezy

DSQUARED2 Sun Specs

2009-05-23T18:33:00.000-07:00

Dean and Dan team up with Italian eyewear powerhouse, Marcolin, to offer a brand new mens/womens sunglasses collection for 2009. This model is beyond impressive and I want it bad. I'll be keeping these on the radar. A release date has yet to be announced, but word on the intraweb suggests they'll be available in the first half of 2009.

London 2012 Posters

2009-05-21T18:21:00.000-07:00

Designer Alan Clarke from Great Britain drops these very unique Olympic proposal posters. I must say, I'm a fan.

Alan states that he has come to believe in clear, considered, communication solutions, simplicity and great ideas. Very well done!

Shanghai Sartorialist

2009-05-18T23:08:00.001-07:00

I recently pulled out this past Men.Style.com feature from the depths of my Macbook hard drive and thought that it would fit well here on Curve. I loved how this feature combined 2 of my passions, Asia and Fashion. I often dream of living the expatriate lifestyle and these photos bring a very unique sartorial perspective to the bustling streets of Shanghai. They're almost a throwback to colonialist Shanghai when foreigners used to dress the part. I particularly like the cotton and seersucker suiting in the first two shots. The whole idea of sartorialism in Asia and around the world is an interesting concept to me because it expands your perspective of fashion outside the holy grail of New York, Milan and Paris.

Steven Alan Fall Winter 09

2009-05-18T22:59:00.000-07:00

Steven Alan drops another swell collection for Fall Winter 09 consisting of his signature plaids and casual tops. These are ruggedly casual clothes that I can't help but dream to wear. I want to get my hands on everything.

Dublin Apartment by Fuse Interiors

2009-05-18T22:52:00.000-07:00

Here is a beautiful contemporary apartment in Dublin, Ireland. The project was designed by Danielle Mac Innes from Fuse Interiors. Her brief was to create a unique, contemporary look in a new residential development that would appeal to a young market while bringing a fresh feel to the area. I just like everything about this space from the color, the lighting, the art and the furniture.

DJ A-Trak Interview: Hypebeast

2009-05-18T22:46:00.000-07:00

Read the full interview here.

Abahouse SS09

2009-05-17T19:47:00.000-07:00

Wow...such a solid lineup. I want it all.

I (Lego) NY

2009-05-17T19:40:00.000-07:00

Christoph Niemann plays around with Lego to create a truly imaginative interpretation of life in NY. View all of his creations here.

Vainl Archive x Porter Japan Backpacks

2009-05-17T19:39:00.000-07:00

Kate Moss Vogue UK Shoot

2009-05-17T19:34:00.000-07:00

Images by Craig Dean for Vogue UK. View all the shots here.

Classic Steve McQueen

2009-05-09T07:22:00.000-07:00

Here are some inspiring shots of the King of Cool. He effortlessly displays his passions for classic cars, motorcycles and style.

Stockholm Street Style

2009-05-06T21:11:00.000-07:00

One of my favorite corners of the internet is the Stockholm Street Style blog and website.
http://stockholmstreetstyle.feber.se/

This fashion photography blog captures the essence of Scandinavian fashion by profiling individuals out and about in Stockholm, Sweden. The photography is terrific, much like The Sartorialist and Garance Dore blogs. I find it quite interesting to see how the very fashion forward Swedes approach style. It's always nice to see the various perspectives towards style from around the world. Although, the site is in Swedish, the imagery is enough to keep you captivated. Here are a couple of samples that caught my eye:

Casio G-Shock Glide Colorways

2009-05-06T21:06:00.000-07:00

New G-Shock colorways have been released for summer and both are on point. Turquoise and forest green have been added to the Glide line of timepieces just in time for the warmer months. Check for these at watch retailers worldwide.

Nike SB Stefan Janovski

2009-05-06T21:01:00.000-07:00

Nike continues to impress with a swell piece of footwear. This white version of the Stefan Janovski shoe comes with a full leather upper and laces, and looks to be a great shoe for the warmer months. This colorway has yet to be released, but expect it soon.

Curve: James Bond 007 Head to Toe

2009-04-30T17:52:00.000-07:00

I just recently watched Quantum of Solace on DVD and it inspired me to do a special James Bond: Head to Toe.

I've always been a big fan of the pieces Mr. Bond wears as he always pulls them off with a sense of style, sophistication and grace. Tom Ford provided the threads for Quantum of Solace, and rumor has it that Daniel Craig wrecked around 40 bespoke Tom Ford suits while filming the movie's action scenes. What a pity. There is a certain look from the film that I want to represent here because it demonstrates how to pull off a casual Bond look that is a little more practical for the day to day. If you've seen the film, I'm sure it will look familiar.

Either way, in a tribute to Room907s Head to Toe feature, here's my attempt:

Tom Ford Aviators
Tom Ford Black Cardigan
Tom Ford White Officer Shirt
Cream Coloured Levi's 306 STA-PREST tapered slacks
1905 Chronograph RCCW-1″ by M. Gerald Genta
Church Ryder III chukka boots

Nike is on fire right now!

2009-04-29T19:26:00.001-07:00

2009 Releases - These all look fresh!

Nike Auto Flight

Nike Air Zoom Toki in 5 colorways

Nike Air Hoop Structure

100 Wines by David Walker

2009-04-27T19:43:00.000-07:00

I love when you discover interesting little shops and special places that spark your curiosity and imagination. This past weekend, I found one of the most interesting and fantastic wine stores in Calgary, and maybe even Canada. Situated at the base of Arriva, Calgary's tallest residential condo tower, 100 Wines by David Walker neighbors a great modern Italian restaurant and lounge called Olives as well as Zia's Enoteca, a quaint little wine bar.

Simplicity is the key ingredient to this wine shop's allure. 100 wines are hand picked from around the world to turn simple wine shopping into a wine experience fit for a connoisseur. I was especially interested in the reserve Malbecs and Barolo varieties on offer, but the collection has something for all tastes. The uncluttered atmosphere and simplicity of the space brings a new dimension to picking up that perfect bottle of vino. Kudos.

Visionaire 56 Solar

2009-04-27T19:36:00.000-07:00

In collaboration with Calvin Klein Collection, Visionaire is about to release their latest issue - Visionaire 56 Solar.

This special solar powered issue of Visionaire Magazine uses innovative printing technology that instantly transforms black and white artworks to vibrant colors when exposed to direct sunlight. Contributing artists include Yoko Ono, Richard Phillips, M/M (Paris), Udo Ronginone, Alex Katz, David Sims, Ryan McGinley, Richard Burbridge and more.

via highsnobiety

Curve: Ski Photography

2009-04-25T21:21:00.001-07:00

Some excellent ski photography and photoshop editing of CoreUPT team riders Richard Permin, Candide Thovex, and Guerlain Chicherit in Chamonix, France.

White Leica M8

2009-04-24T16:38:00.001-07:00

First sighting of the white Leica M8. Envy.

Curve Picks

2009-04-23T09:26:00.001-07:00

Kid Cudi Mixtape - Download the .mp3s here

Billionaire Boys Club April Releases

BBC Star Pattern Boat Shoe

Steven Alan Shirts

Wolf Chases Pig

2009-04-21T14:59:00.000-07:00

Wow...major kudos on this one

Brooklyn We Go Hard

2009-04-20T19:37:00.000-07:00

Find more videos like this on Roc4Life

Nylon TV + Pharrell

2009-04-15T22:03:00.000-07:00

Trip Acquisitions

2009-04-14T20:52:00.001-07:00

I was gettin' busy in Texas and California!

J. Crew Short and Braided Belt

Rag and Bone Jeans

Linen Polo Shirt

Polo Fleece

Shipley & Halmos T-Shirt

PRPS Denim

J. Crew Club Short

Polo Swim Trunks

A.P.C. Short Sleeve Button-Up Shirt

(New) Bucks

2009-04-11T21:11:00.000-07:00

I'm always on the lookout for purveyors of fine footwear and I came across this nice looking nubuck model from Johnston Murphy on my recent trip to Palm Springs.

This style is currently undergoing a renaissance and is an excellent option for a Spring shoe. See what Men.Style.Com recommends here.

This particular model has a clean and classic look to it and is very affordable at a modest $130 US.

Super x High Snobiety

2009-04-08T10:47:00.001-07:00

Retro Super Future shades for High Snobiety. Best colorway I've seen so far. Very limited release - launched a while back. Good luck finding them and let me know if you do!

A.P.C. Summer 09

2009-04-08T10:33:00.000-07:00

Persol Sun-Spectacles

2009-04-07T23:24:00.000-07:00

Persol Eyewear, keepin' it classy.

Persol 0649's - I'm getting these!

Old School - Steve McQueen in the 714's

New School - Jay-Z in the 0649's

Vintage Persol Ad

Interiors: Design Inspiration

2009-04-02T09:15:00.000-07:00

"Be faithful to your own taste because nothing you really like is ever out of style"
- Billy Baldwin

Bows + Arrows in Austin, TX

2009-03-27T21:17:00.000-07:00

I've been in Austin, TX for the past couple of weeks and I came across this amazing store called Bows + Arrows on S. Lamar St. This shop features some of the best menswear that I've ever come across and they keep the other half of the store for the ladies. Some of the key brands they features are Band of Outsiders, Apolis Activism, Nice Collective, A.P.C., Shipley & Halmos, Rag & Bone, Trovata, Steven Alan, and Rachel Comey Men's Shoes. Lauren, the girl who runs the store, is super friendly and willing to help no matter what your needs are.

I ended up picking up a really nice blue officer's shirt by Apolis Activism (shown above) and I sure hope to be back for more. Bows + Arrows also has a good online shop and you can check it out here http://shopbowsplusarrows.com/

Very well done.

Picks of the Week

2009-03-26T21:40:00.001-07:00

Linda Farrow Aviators

Public School keeping it fresh

Classic Polo Tee with Navy Pony

Nike Sportswear Umpire Jacket

Nike Air Yeezy - I'm getting these!

Herman Miller

Sugar Cane Special Denim

Clae Hi-Top Sneaker

Atelier La Durance Jeans

3Sixteen Monsoon Jackets

Coming Up Soon: Bows + Arrows Store Preview, Interior Inspiration and more!

Liam Gallagher - Pretty Green Clothing Line

2009-03-23T21:26:00.000-07:00