Tag Archives: style

STYLE TIPS

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.

Thigh-Guide-Slim-Suits-1
Thigh-Guide-Medium-Suits-Final Thigh-Guide-Meaty-Suits-Final

PRESS

This is definitely turning into a year that keeps on giving. Now in its 17th year, the PROFIT/Chatelaine W100 just named Founder/Owner Melissa Austria as one of their Top Female Entrepreneurs in Canada!

“You need a bold vision, an innovative strategy and loads of tenacity to earn a spot on the W100,” said  James Cowan, Editor-­‐in-­‐chief of PROFIT and Canadian Business. “Every person on this list represents the pinnacle of business success in Canada. Their stories are inspiring and instructive for those seeking to excel as an entrepreneur.”

Published in the June issue of Canadian Business and online at PROFITguide.com and chatelaine.com, the W100 is Canada’s largest annual celebration of entrepreneurial achievement by women. Ranking Canada’s Top Female Entrepreneurs is a composite score based on the size, growth rate and profitability of their businesses. Simply said Melissa kicked ass!

“To be included in this list is an unbelievable honour, to be in this list in the same year as we celebrate our 10 year anniversary… that’s incredible!”  – Owner/Founder Melissa Austria

To see this year’s complete ranking visit PROFITguide.com/w100.

STYLE TIPS

Grad suits designed to look good, fit great and go the distance. Because being voted most likely to succeed trumps being the class clown. Designed for versatility these suit aren’t just one trick ponies. You can style them for your next job interview, summer wedding or even a few dates. Dress them up or dress them down, wear them together as a suit or as separates to get the most mileage out of your investment. These suits are the perfect building blocks for your suit wardrobe. 

Photography by: LoveLost Photography

Grads-Suits-Makeover-2

Tiger of Sweden Evert Barberis Peak Lapel Suit, $899

Grads-Suits-Makeover-5

Strellson Fine Stretch Cotton Suit: $698

Grads-Suits-Makeover-3

Sand Ringo-Paul Super 130s Fil-a-Fil Suit: $1195

PRESS

Big thanks to the Riva Richmond, Director of Digital Media at The Story Exchange for her awesome feature on our Founder Melissa Austria. For those of you unfamiliar with The Story Exchange they are a nonprofit media organization dedicated to telling the personal and professional stories of women business owners. As a women in a “man’s world” this feature is both an honour and poignant reminder of everything Melissa has accomplished in her entrepreneurial life. Compound that with the fact that we’re celebrating out 10yr anniversary and this story only solidifies that women do mean business.

Click here to read the full story.

STAFF PICKS

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.

STAFF-PICKS-SARAH-1

Tiger of Sweden Nedvin Marzotto Birdseye Suit: $899

Tiger of Sweden Nedvin Marzotto Birdseye Suit: $899

STAFF-PICKS-MALLORY-1

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

PRESS

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.”