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STYLE TIPS

What to do on Canada Day

June 30, 2015

If you couldn’t find a cottage to crash this week you’ll want to know all the spots for Wednesday’s Canada Day celebrations. Here’s a list of what you could be doing, and wearing.

July 1st, Toronto Island
Music by Sasha, Marcel Dettmann, Lee Foss, Dennis Ferrer and others.

Electric Island is a perfect place to spend the day blissing out to beats and appreciating the freedoms we have as Canadians. We wouldn’t let you forget that fashion thrives at music festivals. Show some love for Toronto with a Peace Collective Tee and Gotstyle X Sully Wong Digital Camo Canvas High Tops. For sun protection, we’ve got you covered with a Varvatos Fedora and new Le Spec Shades. (Sunscreen still required) 

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Outfit Details Digital Camo Shoe by Gotstyle & Sully Wong buy now, Toronto VS. Everybody Tee by The Peace Collective $30 buy now, Dynamo Chino by Zanerobe $149 buy now,  Fedora by John Varvatos $98 buy now, Sunglasses by Le Spec (in store only)

Wednesday July 1st 1:07 pm

Jay’s Vs. Boston – Rogers Center

Is anything more Canadian than a Jays game on Canada Day? Don’t let a sold out game discourage you. Hit up the scalpers or watch the game from a bar. Go Jays go!

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Outfit Details Cargo Short by Globe buy now, Shirt by Lyle & Scott $130, Floral Hat by Globe  $40, Sunglasses by Le Spec (in store only)

Fireworks

Wednesday July 1st 10:00 pm(ish)
Various Locations

Nostalgia, nostalgia.. fireworks still bring out the kid in us. Fortunately, they’re going off all over the city– although our favorite spot is the amateur show in Trinity Bellwoods. Add bubbles and a blanket you’ve got a date. Other firework spots include Harbourfront Center, Ashbridges Bay, Centennial Bay(Ribfest).

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Outfit Details One Pocket Sweater by Champion X Todd Snyder $115 buy now , Tan Shorts by Zanerobe $90 buy now, Watch by Nixon, Tennis Shoe by Lacoste, $90 (in-store only)

Of course you can always spend Canada Day shopping with the Gotstyle staff.
We’ll be open at our Distillery location, 11-6.

STYLE TIPS

Top 5 Reasons Why Every Man Should Wear A Blazer/Sport Coat

June 9, 2015

No matter if you’re old or young, single or married, a man should always aim to look his best and the easiest way of doing that is by putting on a sport coat. As we’ve identified time and time again sport coats are one of the most versatile pieces in a mans wardrobe and have the ability to instantly upgrade your look. They are great at hiding your vices, making you look tall and lean and as Melissa would say “it’s always good to look better for your better half”.

STYLE TIPS

How To Wear A Summer Sport Coat At Any Age

June 9, 2015

Age ain’t nothing but a number, especially when we’re talking about style and fashion. That’s why we feature key trends and showcase how they can be adopted no matter how old or young you are. In this article we turn our attention to summer sport coats because they are versatile, easy to wear and a definite wardrobe must-have. You can easily dress them up or dress them down to suit any occasion and with so many styles available in-store you can rest assured that there is one perfect for you.

20s – The Graduate

Respect the investment into your education and play the part by incorporating a sport coat into your college wardrobe. You can keep it young and stay fresh by layering it with a hoodie and graphic tee. Drop crotch pants will give you that urban edge that promises to step up your game. 

30s – The Free Agent

It doesn’t matter what you do, what matters is what you look like you could do. Nothing says “smart, stylish, and professional” better than a sport coat. Stripes over a white oxford-style shirt, paired with a good-fitting pair of jeans and clean white sneakers makes you look accomplished while you’re still accomplishing.

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Van Gils Jacquard Woven Jersey Blazer: $595 Van Gils Speck Coloured Button Shirt: $185 Lacoste Live Striped Jersey T-Shirt: $60 Nudie Grim Tim Crosshatch Jean: $219 Tiger of Sweden Sneaker: $229

40s – The Shark

You don’t have to work on Bay Street to look and feel like a shark. But you can wear a sport coat with dark denim to intimidate all the other fish. Style it with a pink shirt and microprint tie and they won’t even see you coming. And then by the time they get a look at your killer shoes, it’ll be too late.

50s – The O.G.

There are no rules for the O.G, except maybe knowing when to leave the gun and take the cannoli. A double-breasted sport coat is not only your ticket to the big boys club, but it puts you at the head of the table. In fact, jackets like these are reserved for people like you.   

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Sand Ringo DB Hopsack Blazer: $695 Sand Floral Mono Print Shirt: $195 Nigel Hall Cotton Flat Front Tapered Trouser: $185 Hudson Hadstone Weave Derby Shoe: $175 Anderson’s Woven Belt: $150

STYLE TIPS

Find The Perfect Fit With Our Thigh Guide For Suits

May 26, 2015

Earlier this year we introduced you to the Gotstyle Thigh Guide for pants which gave you a quick road map through some of our brands and their varying fits. The goal, to educate and empower you to find the perfect fit to match your body. After an overwhelming positive response to the guide we are back with a version dedicated to suits.

Much like pants, finding the right suit can be a daunting task especially for those who dislike shopping to begin with. In an effort to easy your pain and anguish we’ve put together the Gotstyle Thigh Guide for suits. Below you’ll see a quick over view of the various body types and the respective brands we’d recommend to match them. Granted the guide isn’t perfect but we definitely hope it helps in pointing you in the right direction. Give it a try and let us know how it worked for you.

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STAFF PICKS

Staff Picks: Must-Have Suits For Spring 2015

April 28, 2015

Kick up your style profile this Spring with these hand-picked suits from our incredible stylist Neale, Mallory, Sarah and Bee. Featuring a wide range of styles and colours, these suits are guarantee to help you break free from your Winter rut and step into some Spring time fun. Whether you’re looking to update your wardrobe or simply replace it, these suits are just what you need to add some character and depth to your closet.

We encourage you to drop by our Distillery District store and ask Mallory, Neale, Bee or Sarah why they picked these suits as their favourites for the season. And if that isn’t good enough you can rest assured in knowing that there are at least another 40 styles to choose from- we’re certain you’ll find that works for you.

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Tiger of Sweden Nedvin Marzotto Birdseye Suit: $899

Tiger of Sweden Nedvin Marzotto Birdseye Suit: $899

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Tiger of Sweden Evert Barberis Peak Lapel Suit: $899

Tiger of Sweden Evert Barberis Peak Lapel Suit: $899 STAFF-PICKS-NEALE-1

Tiger of Sweden Nedvin Suit: $899

 

Tiger of Sweden Nedvin Suit: $899 STAFF-PICKS-BEE-1

Hilton Notch Lapel Pin Stripe Suit: $798

Hilton Notch Lapel Pin Stripe Suit: $798

AVAILABLE AT: Bathurst, Distillery, Online
PRESS

Press: What to Look for in a Made-to-Measure Suit x Huffington Post

April 22, 2015

Knowing the difference between a Made-to-measure and bespoke suit is only the tipping point. Understanding the complex relationship between a client and his tailor, well that’s where the true meat and potatoes lie. To better explain this relationship and to give you glimpse into the world of custom suiting journalist Sara Graham of the Huffington Post sat down with our master tailor and MTM specialist Konstantine Malishevski for an exclusive interview.

Aside from discussing his pedigree as a tailor and his love for fabrics and suiting the article focuses on the current state of custom suiting in the Canadian market and more importantly it’s frauds. Click here to read the full article and to see Konstantines 8 tips on finding a great tailor.

“Trust your instinct and don’t get sold on labels and fancy linings.”