Our friends over at Contra Mag have a lot to be proud of, especially with their latest release celebrating their 1 year anniversary. For those of you who are unfamiliar with Contra, they’re a Toronto based collective who consistently put out creative material with their online magazine – Think Contra. From culture to street style, and from art to music…Contra delivers.
To see their latest issue CLICK HERE
Shouts out to Trung & Mila Victoria for always reppin’.
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Toronto based brand Ransom has just Introduced Season One: Footwear by Adidas Originals, which will be available world wide October 31st.
Check the video Directed by Warren Credo!
Previously: Midnight Marauder, Ransom – Fall/Winter ’09
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I was fortunate to get tickets to the screening of “Good Hair” at the Toronto Film Festival this year. Chris Rock’s quest to uncover the lengths some black women will go for their hair was revealingly funny.
Personally, the expression “good hair” wasn’t a term that was broken down for me when growing up, but it was one I understood at a young age. Go to any Black Hair Salon and you will witness what some black women label as “good hair” and what some will do to obtain and maintain it!
But with a movement of black women, including myself, embracing natural textures and hairstyles, I think we need to redefine what good hair is.
Ladies, and/or gentlemen…comments please?!
Film opens today in Toronto.
This post is courtesy of our 1 LOVE T.O. reader – Lesli Fairweather.
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You know it’s getting cold when there’s a frost warning on the weather channel. With that being said, stay warm and fashionable this season with Toronto brand “Krane”, designed by Ken Chow. Take a look at the Fall/Winter pieces below, jackets and bags…two necessities during this season.
For more info on the brand, check out KRANE.
Spotted on 1867.
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The popular Toronto based group “Dragonette” are wearing Greta Constantine in their latest video for “Pick Up The Phone”. We love to see artists and designers, especially those from Toronto sharing their talent and exposing the world to something new!
Bonus Download: Pick Up The Phone – Daisy O’Dell Remix
Stay tuned as T-rexxx gets ready to attend the Greta Constantine fashion show this Thursday in T.O.
Previously: Greta Constantine
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The Toronto based brand Ransom has just released their fall 2009 lookbook entitled “Midnight Marauder”. There’s something for every guy who’s up on their fashion game, especially the Ransom x Adidas collaborations.
Visit the Ransom Shop at 431 Richmond St. West.
Photography by Greg Washington for Inqmnd.ca
Previously: Ransom Fall/Winter ’09
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Here’s something that I loved right away, the Hudson’s Bay Company Official 2010 Olympic line. Prepping for the 2010 Vancouver Olympics/Paralympic Games and inspired by the Bay’s classic Green, Red, Yellow, and Blue stripes the line will keep you warm, fly, and reppin’ for our country all at the same time.
I’m definitely grabbing a toque, the Men’s Team Canada Parka, and the Lambs Wool Sweater. Below I’ve posted a few of my favourites.
Check out more of the Men’s, Womens, and Kid’s Official 2010 Olympic Line.
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This past saturday Scotiabank’s Nuit Blanche 2009 took over the streets of Toronto. Thousands of people toured the city checking out art installations, live performance, fashion shows and more. We spent the night traveling between Zone A, B and C until we couldn’t walk anymore.
Check out some of the pics (courtesy of Flickr) to see what you might have missed…
The Witches’ Cradles were suspended from the ceiling of Brookfield Place.
Dan Mihaltianu’s 80-proof Vodka Pool was inside the CIBC building in Zone B.
A gang of blindfolded wrestlers took to the stage inside a cage match at the Bus Terminal (Bay/Dundas).
The Apology Project by Maria Legault was inside the Liberty Market Building Atrium. All I can say is “I’m Sorry”!
Jeff Koons’ metallic Rabbit Balloon was hanging inside the Eaton Centre.
Previously: Nuit Blanche 2009
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Toronto has a huge Filipino community, which is why we’d like to inform everyone about the fundraising initiative by Bryan Espiritu of The Legends League. He’ll be donating 100% of profits from the sale of his “Manila Guerilla” tee to the Philippine Red Cross to help provide aid for the people affected by the storm that hit the Philippines. The storm released a months worth of rain in just 6 hours and caused the worst flooding the country has seen in 42 years. We urge anyone that wants to help to please purchase a shirt and support our global citizens – 1 LOVE T.O.
Purchase a shirt HERE
The World In 1 City – Toronto x The Philippines
Previously: 1 LOVE T.O. x The Legends League/IdeaLL
Last week our friends from the Detroit based Photography Collective “Seven Pounds” were in town doing some work. On their down time they asked us if we would be interested in a quick photo shoot for 1 LOVE T.O.. Before we agreed, we wanted to know why they were interested in shooting us. After a great conversation, they explained how excited they were to see a city coming together. They loved the idea of unity and expressing a positive message while working with others. Their goal is to bring their different communities together in Michigan through similar interests such as art, culture, music, style and more.
Take a look at the pics below…shouts out to Future The Prince rocking the Legends League sweater.
We feel extremely privileged to be a part of their inspiration, and wish them continued success in everything they do.
To see more of their amazing photography CLICK HERE.
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One thing that helps to make a city unique in its look is architecture. We’ve decided to start showcasing the wonderful projects that make Toronto different when it comes to architecture and design.
Although this may be old to some, we hope that most of you have never seen the “Courtyard House”, located at 2087R Davenport Road. This home was designed by Toronto based architecture firm Studio Junction in 2007 and featured in “Doors Open Toronto” later that same year. The house allows traditional indoor living spaces to be open to the outdoors, including a courtyard style concept that remains evident both inside and out. It’s an incredible mix of home and office with an element of nature that is difficult to find in the gritty city life.
Thanks to Peter Tan and Christine Ho Ping Kong of Studio Junction – great work!
Previously: Doors Open Toronto
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Our friend and celebrity stylist Janet Han has recently opened her new store “Fashionably Yours”, located at 632 Queen St. West. The designer boutique is based on the idea of “Buy it, wear it, sell it”…allowing all types of fashion conscious people (on a budget) to find something they’ll like.
Make sure you say hi to Janet, and don’t forget to tell her that we sent you.
Congrats Janet!
For info on brands, consignment or to book an appointment CLICK HERE.
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