Quote of the Day

“When you rest, you rust”. – Oscar de la Renta

Upgraded Tuesdays || Whitney “No Woman”

Chicago folk-rockers, Whitney, have just released their lead single “No Woman” from their (currently untitled) debut album. It’s a perfect arrangement of soul meets country; the tone of the song alongside the visuals reminds me of home.  This track has me hooked, and I’m excited to see what else Whitney’s frontman, Julien Ehrlich and guitarist, Max Kakacek have in store for us.  Way to keep us hanging’ boys!

Quote of the Day

“Nothing ever goes away until it teaches us what we need to know.”
– Pema Chodron

L.A.M.B. x Burton || Fall/Winter 2015

Words by Kate Wotherspoon
Lookbook Images provided by Jane Gill PR

BURTON has reunited  forces with L.A.M.B. for the 2015 Women’s Outerwear collection and let me just say, this collection will bring your winter wardrobe to new heights – the mountains will be jealous.

This unique collaboration was inspired by Gwen Stefani’s music during the recording of her new album and the pieces exude the perfect combination of edgy and chic.   The patterns and cuts are creative and cool but radiate a ton of personality.

The softness of baby blue hues matched with forest greens and stylish leopard print; crisp white with silver undertones and bright red paired with the classic army motif;  these pieces should be worn on the streets,  just as much as the slopes. With the tech-savvy functionality Burton is known for,  plus the rebellious style of Gwen Stefani, you will be set for an incredibly rad winter season!

The collection hits select stores this October, and if the success is anything like their last duo in 2014, these pieces WILL be collector’s items, so you better snag them quick!

My Favorite Look || The Blitz jacket (shown in cement/chambray/weed/camo) & The Buju Cargo Pant (shown in chambray/army green/plaid ikat). (picture directly below).

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Casey Brooks || CASI

Words by Kate Wotherspoon

New York in 15 intriguing locations, the song “About You” by XXYYXX , an incredible dance duo and some rad oversized suits. Casey Brooks directed one damn cool video. Danced by Hillary Pearson & Maria Volpe this short explores simple movements across various settings. With slight time & speed manipulation there’s a sort of frantic vibration which is then layered with a cool slow beat, I fricken love it. Casey Brooks makes a flipped umbrella look cool and walking on all fours (in heels) is so dynamic, alluring and sexy. Well done.

Miss Brooks, hire me please, k thanks. ;) xxo

Music Moment

Latest collab between The Weeknd and Lana Del Rey will have you listening to “Prisoner” on repeat, not to mention, The Weeknd’s entire new album, “Beauty Behind the Madness”. Enjoy. xx

Upgraded Tuesdays || Dylan Mayoral

Musicality and isolation at it’s best!!! Damn this kid is something else.
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The Girls Club || BEV

One very close, and extremely talented friend of mine, Tamina Pollack-Paris is putting on the must-see show of the summer! Her roster of strong passionate woman from The Girls Club are presenting, BEV: The Woman Behind the Icon on June 30th at The Beverly Hotel.  The Girls Club will showcase moments in history and highlight underrated iconic women that have revolutionized music, art, dance and fashion in their eras. Stories will be unveiled through live, immersive exhibits for art lovers and innovative, thought provoking performances.

Drink, Eat, and Dance the night away.
The party ends at the stroke of midnight.

2 VIEWINGS
– 1st Heat: Doors at 6pm. Show at 6:30pm
– 2nd Heat: Doors at 7:30pm. Show at 8pm

Purchase tickets at eventbrite or thegirlsclub.ca/bev

MUSIC BY: DJ Fly Lady Di FASHIONS CREATED BY: Som Kong VINTAGE FASHIONS PROVIDED BY: The Toronto Vintage Society JEWELRY BY: Shop For Jayu HAIR BY: Jazma Hair Inc. MAKE UP BY: Natalia Solar ***SPECIAL GUEST PERFORMER*** Toronto’s most talented Drag Diva Miss Tynomi Banks

Get a little taste of The Girls Club talent from Tamina’s Madonna Submission video:

Tamina Pollack-Paris 

The hustle is real! We’re out promoting on Queen and King West all week, come chat with us! xoxo

Upgraded Tuesdays || Parris Goebel

Parris upgrades any day – damn’t she’s otherworldly! This video is from 2012, and the precision and musicality blows my mind! By the way it’s real time not sped up. You’ll know what I’m talking about when you reach 2:30 time in the video. Enjoy ;) xx
P.S Let’s not even touch the styling in this video. Too on point for words.

Upgraded Tuesdays || NEW STREET ORDER

This is from five years ago but it is still one of my favorite dance videos! So tricky, so sexy and definitely an eye/mind f#ck (pardon my French).

Directed and shot by Scotty Nguyen
Dancers: Scotty Nguyen & Tracy Shibata
Choreography: Scotty Nguyen & Tracy Shibata
Song: Usher – There Goes My Baby

The gold sneakers can be found at NewStreetOrder.com