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NEW ARRIVALS

WHY WE’RE BUYING: G-LAB

November 26, 2014

At Gotstyle we pride ourselves on picking brands we know will bring great value to our customers. It’s less about how popular a brand is and more about quality, craftsmanship and whether or not it serves a need for our clients. With so many outerwear brands out there it can be challenging to decipher the hype from the value, which is why we want to take this opportunity to educate you on the brand: G-Lab.

Toronto weather is unpredictable on the best of days, from rain to snow, hail to storm, being prepared is a necessity and having a coat that can withstand it all is a must-have. Enter G-Lab, your waterproof, windproof, breathable “wear it right now” piece. When you don’t want to look like a down-filled snowman, and it’s raining and snowing and -1. Here’s the low-down on what goes into a G-Lab coat.

Brandon below is wearing the Globe style.

G-Lab Cosmo

The Cosmo makes any business deal a true success. A gentle laid-back style with slim silhouette represents smartness and understatement for office use, while the 3-layer fabric and integrated thermo jacket guarantee top-notch functionality. The seam lines, pockets and high collar add a touch of outdoor-inspired nonchalance. The Cosmo looks as great with vintage jeans and boots as it does with suit and tie.

It comes in two styles: the Tech Touch which is shorter and the Sleek Touch which is smoother and longer in length.

  • Waterproof, windproof, breathable, fully seam sealed
  • Dry soil & spill repellent Teflon® finish
  • Solid YKK metal front zip
  • Oversized G-LAB zipper pull
  • Zipper rain flap
  • Iconic 3D zipper garage
  • Cosy fleece lined handwarmer pockets
  • 3M reflective stripe
  • Detachable wool felt collar
  • Brushed chinguard lining
  • Uncompromising ergonomic fit
  • Zip-out climate control thermoliner jacket with knitted cuffs
  • Internal pocket
  • Supersized G-LAB hanger-loop

G-Lab Commander

Leaders in any terrain! The modern short parka is the perfect partner for any tour when it comes to protecting its wearer from wind and weather. Full commitment provides the Commander with its 3-layer high-performance material and action-pleat in the back for a comfortable fit and more mobility. The four large outer pockets on each day expedition plenty of storage space – and ensure the pithy-sporty yet stylish look.

  • Polynuclear high-performance 3-layer material
  • Waterproof, windproof, breathable
  • Fully taped seams
  • Stain-resistant Teflon finish
  • Massive YKK metal zipper
  • Oversized G-LAB zipper handle
  • Iconic 3D zipper garage
  • Pockets with soft fleece lining
  • Cargo pockets
  • 3M reflective tape
  • Action-pleat in the back for a comfortable fit and more mobility
  • Adjustment at the hem
  • Adjustment at the waist
  • Adjustable cuffs
  • Fully adjustable and removable hood
  • Soft chin protection
  • Ergonomic fit
  • Herauszippbare thermal jacket with knit cuffs
  • Inside pocket
  • Supersized G-LAB Hanger

G-Lab Globe

Driven by the passion for design and function, G-LAB has crafted a coat that combines wearability and versatility. Changeable weather conditions are addressed with high-tech features and a waterproof, windproof and stain resistant multi-layer fabric. An ideal choice for a smart, office-compatible look, the piece covers anything from suiting and Oxfords to denim, tees, and sneakers.

  • 100% Polyester / Membrane 100% Polyurethane / Backing 100% Polyester
  • Zip-out climate control thermal liner jacket with knitted cuffs
  • 3-layer performance fabric
  • Waterproof, windproof, breathable
  • Internal zipped pocket
  • Wool-touch“ lined hood
  • Fully seam sealed
  • Dry soil & spill repellent Teflon® finish
  • Brushed chin guard lining
  • Cozy fleece lined hand warmer pockets
  • Unique 3D zipper garage
  • Oversized g-lab zipper pull
  • Solid YKK metal front zipper
EVENTS

Gotstyle is proud to present Scabal and Dormeuil – two of worlds finest cloth manufacturers in an exclusive made-to-measure event fit for Kings. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to have a premium full-canvas construction suit of your very own.

Here’s how it all works?

Step 1: Book your appointment with our Master Tailor Konstantine. (Event runs Nov  19th – 30th. 2014)

Step 2: Work with him to design your very own custom full-canvas suit using either Scabal or Dormeuil fabrics.

Step 3: Get upgraded to premium full-canvas construct at no additional cost.

Step 4: Upon purchase receive a waistcoat (vest) a $625 value as our gift to you.

Step 5: Refer a friend- bring your friend and receive an extra pair of pants, when referral purchases the suit.

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AVAILABLE AT: Bathurst ONLY
NEW ARRIVALS

Go high-impact this holiday season with these amazing holiday suits by Moods of Norway. Known for pushing boundaries, Moods of Norway has introduced two distinct styles for the holiday season that are sure to have you on everyones best dressed list. These bold prints and patterns married with wool fabrication strike the perfect balance between classic tailoring and modern style- making them perfect for any holiday party or gala.

EVENTS

Rogues Custom and Gotstyle have teamed to bring you our first Bespoke shoe event this Saturday, November 8th at Gotstyle Bathurst (1-6pm). They say you can’t judge a man by his shoes. We beg to differ. Polished footwear makes a sharp statement, shouts attention to detail and style pride. Which is why we teamed up with Rogue, the bespoke traveling shoe maker to give you the opportunity to customize the shoe you’ve always wanted. With over 12 styles and leathers to choose from and over 50 colour combinations and designs there’s no limit to what you can create. Prices start at $495.

CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT

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Quick Facts about Rogues Custom:

  • Our shoes are all handmade in small numbers by our skilled artisans
  • Over 200 steps are involved in the shoemaking process
  • Any size and width available (slim, standard, wide, extra wide)
  • We offer free shipping and free returns on all orders
  • We deliver to your door in 6 to 8 weeks

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Custom Shoe Features:

  • 8 classic styles customizable to your specifications
  • 12 leather colours, 3 suede colours and over 50 possible colour combinations
  • 2 constructions available: Goodyear welt construction (thick soles – 1/4”) or Mckay construction (thin soles – 1/8”)
  • 100% hand made using traditional craftsmanship: hand lasting, hand painting, hand welting, hand nishing

 

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  • Toe style (round, small round, small square, mid square, square) – available toe styles vary between shoe styles
  • Details (broguing, medallions, stitching) – available details vary between styles
  • 12 curated seasonal leather colours + 3 suede colours available
  • Selected styles available in up to 3 colour combinations
  • Burnishing and antiquing
  • 2 types of construction: Goodyear welt (1/4” thick sole) and McKay (1/8” thin sole)
  • 3 sole nishes: light brown, dark brown, black
  • Customer’s initials monogrammed on the outer sole

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Upgrades:

  • Wool interior
  • Rubber sole
  • Custom fabrics and exotic leathers
  • Custom hand painted belts made to match your shoes
Bathurst
EVENTS

This past weekend we hosted our annual F/W14 customer appreciation party, dubbed #GStyleSportif. As the #hashtag suggests, the theme for the event was all about luxury sport, mixing and matching your favourite threads and infusing it with an athletic flair. Whether that meant throwing on kicks instead of your brogues or swapping your favourite blazer for a leather bomber we left the interpretation to our clients. Needless to say, regulars at GS events know that our dos bring out the most dapper men in the city and this event was no different.

After scouring album after album, we’ve picked our favourite and most compelling looks of the evening. Our IT list isn’t about the most daring or bizarre, it’s about those with the confidence and cool to be themselves, celebrate their true aesthetic and who possess a unique understanding of what works for their body and build.

Here’s our tribute to the Best Dressed Men at our #GStyleSportif event.

Photography by: Mauricio Calero

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STYLE MANUAL

Find out about our current Formal Made to Measure promotion

The true character of one’s suit is often defined by it’s fit, quality of fabric and it’s construction. Unfortunately, many people often forget that the latter, construct, is just as important as the former, especially if you’re an individual that wears suits often. Construction plays are large role in the overall quality of a suit, which is why in this article we’ll be discussing the different types of suit jacket construction—namely, full canvas vs. half canvas vs. fused and why they should matter to you.

Full-and-half-canvassed-and-fused-Main Full Canvas Suits

→ The best quality you can buy in a suit, but are generally more expensive.

Back in the day, all suits were made of canvas. It was usually a horsehair canvas, which is sewn between the lining and the cloth of the jacket. The canvas allows the suit fabric to drape properly and will mold to your body over time (for the perfect fit). It aids in the longevity of the suit by distributing tension at stress points (shoulders, elbows), it allows the suit to “breathe” and holds up to repeated dry cleaning. Costly to make, full canvas suits usually retail for $1,500+.

Fused Suits

→ A great price point but quality is sacrificed.

As the demand for suits increased, a fused suit was developed to appeal to the mass market. This is an interlining that is heat pressed (glued) to the wool of the suit. While it allowed for suits to be produced at a better price point, it also has a stiffness to the chest and if over dry-cleaned, can lead to bubbling in the chest area (this is caused when the wool separates from the fusing). It is also less durable over time and loses flexibility. Fusing is good if you want a price point suit and don’t plan on wearing it every day.

 

Half Canvas Suits

→ Gives you best of both worlds.

Eventually, a compromise was developed: a half canvas suit. A half canvased suit uses a sewn in canvas piece in the chest and the lapel of the jacket, and is fused on the bottom part of the jacket. This allows you to have the canvas at the most important part of the suit, and keeps the price down by having less handwork.

At Gotstyle we believe in offering the best possible fit, quality and price for our customers. We’ve scoured the world looking for suits that fit this mandate, and we are able to offer you the best selection of modern trim fit, half canvas constructed suits in the city! And if off-the rack isn’t your flavour we also offer a full made-to-measure program to help you get that perfect suit.