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Style Tips

Men at Work: Guide To Summer Office Dressing

July 11, 2014

 Gentlemen, gentlemen.. Wool is hardly a hot weather textile- even if it is cashmere.  Warm climate dressing doesn’t immediately imply casual, especially in the context of an office environment. Choosing attire for these balmy, humid days is actually a simple proposition. You don’t need to change your style- merely need to adapt it to current conditions. For suiting, choose pieces made of lighter textiles and hues. If the office allows for more flexibility, we have sharp options galore; de-constructed jackets with short-sleeved shirt and tie combinations, and many, many chinos- in a striking array of colours. Staying cool, while looking accomplished is getting easier day by (scorching) day. Drop by the store or shop online for this season’s latest styles, not to mention our renowned Summer Sale. 

Photography by: Ishmil Waterman
Styling by: Sharad Mohan
Model: Ben Lee (Elmer Olsen)

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Style Tips

White Out: Four [+] Ways To Wrap Yourself In White This Summer

Sasha Ferkul July 8, 2014

One of summer’s most lasting trends can also be impossibly difficult to pull off. The all-white look is tricky (almost as ambitious as the double-breasted blazer), yet done well is a sartorial statement like no other, reading as confident and sleek. Done wrong, and the shame shall haunt you for life- even after years of impeccable attire.

When aspiring to wear the milky hue, follow our simple rules and count the following editorial as a guide. White is a cool, summery shade and should always look effortless. Fit is crucial so slim and well-cut pieces are essential- too roomy equals disheveled (and not in the good way). Don’t over think it, keep it minimal, and refuse to shy away from adding punches of contrast for personality. Lastly, we cannot overestimate the importance of (fabric friendly) bleach. White should always be white.

Photography by: Ishmil Waterman
Stylist: Mallory Hood & Sharad Mohan
Model: Aaron (Sutherland)

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Style TIps

[VIDEO] Real Men Wear Short[er] Shorts

Sasha Ferkul July 7, 2014

Ok, gentlemen, it’s time to add a hit of European sensibility to those warm weather wardrobes. Worn by men on the Riviera for ages, short (as in shorter, not Daisy Duke style) shorts are the new modern. The key is ensuring proper fit (streamlined, not tight) and correct length (halfway down the thigh is abbreviated enough). Unload the piles of cargos and Bermudas- their lengthy measurements look dated and dull. Look to our GS “how to wear” tutorial- featuring Melissa lending her expertise on how to style this enduring trend. Regardless of body type or personal preferences, we have the pair for you. Shop Gotstyle online or in-store.

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Contest

[Closed] Instant Gratification- Gotstyle’s Nixon/ Instagram Contest

July 4, 2014

Tag a photo of yourself at the Distillery District this weekend during Festival Libre for a chance to win the Nixon Blaster, courtesy of GS. The Blaster is a compact, Bluetooth mobile speaker that’s ultra rugged, lightweight and loud.  Team Gotstyle will pick the most original, bold and creative snapshot- the winner will be announced on Monday July 7th.

Here’s how you enter:  

  1. Join us in the Distillery District for the Bacardi Festival Libre this weekend (July 4-6)
  2. Take a #Selfie while at the festival.
  3. Tag it using #GotstyleNixon & @ShopGotstyle (Make sure that your profile is public so we can see the tag).
  4. Bonus points for images taken inside our Gotstyle Distillery store (21 Trinity St, Toronto)

Buena Suerte!

NIXON | THE BLASTER from Nixon on Vimeo.

Events

A Taste Of Cuba: Festival Libre Comes To Distillery District

July 2, 2014

For a hit of Havana, Toronto’s largest Cuban festival is happening at the Distillery District this weekend (July 4-6). The three day fiesta, in celebration of Bacardi’s passion for the island’s rum culture includes cocktails, music, dance, cuisine and arts- including some sand-ready looks courtesy of GS. Drop by between salsa lessons to say hi, or play a game of pool while watching the World Cup live on our LG OLED Curve TV.

Festivities are open to the public from 2-11pm on Friday, noon-11pm Saturday, and noon-5pm on Sunday. Click here for further info on vendors, venue, directions and schedule.

Staff Picks

Must-Have Summer Sport Coats

July 1, 2014

Blazing temperatures instinctively force us to gravitate towards textiles that are lightweight, breathable and relaxed; most people stray away from traditionally heavy garments like sport coats- completely counter intuitive attire in sweltering conditions.

Fortunately, menswear designers have become increasingly seasonally savvy, making it their mission to offer temperature sensitive styles to the everyday man. On offer, an array of new blazers that are unlined, unstructured, and feature informal details like functioning cuffs and patch pockets- making them an ideal choice for warmer weather. Check out our sample-selection of exemplary summer sport coats, hand picked by the GS stylists in an well-edited range of hues, fabrics, fit and price points. On or off-duty, looking sharp in scorching heat now requires no effort at all.

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