Monthly Archives: September 2011

Column: Why It’s Important To Have Un-Stylish Friends Who Hate Fashion

by Christian Allaire Posted on September 29, 2011

“Everything in moderation,” says my dad on a very regular basis. This response usually stems from my many (stupid) questions I ask out loud, like “are potatoes bad for you?” or “will coffee make me shrink in size?” And while … Continue reading →

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Trending: Fall Jackets

by Christian Allaire Posted on September 28, 2011

“September is the January in fashion,” says Candy Pratts Price, Executive Fashion Director at Vogue, in the glam-but-not-so-glam documentary The September Issue. And why, you wonder, is she telling us this? Well, besides showing off her epic accent (Seriously, YouTube the … Continue reading →

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Raun LaRose, Spring 2012

by Christian Allaire Posted on September 23, 2011

One of my favourite up-and-coming designers, Raun LaRose, has released a preview of his Spring/Summer 2012 Collection. And it doesn’t disappoint. Based out of New York, LaRose’s designs focus on heavy technicality that essentially push the boundaries of traditional menswear. Think … Continue reading →

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The Endorsement: The Power Coat

by Christian Allaire Posted on September 19, 2011

I usually don’t post pictures of myself because I find it rather indulgent, but this coat needed to be shared. I think one of my most favourite trends for fall is a bright power coat – ranging from dominating reds … Continue reading →

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Review: “I Don’t Know How She Does It”

by Christian Allaire Posted on September 16, 2011

Sarah Jessica Parker has made her triumphant return back to the big screen in “I Don’t Know How She Does It,” and this time around she’s not shopping or complaining about men à la Sex and The City. She’s juggling … Continue reading →

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The Endorsement: Plain White Tees

by Christian Allaire Posted on September 13, 2011

When it comes to fashion and dressing myself, I am a chauvinist. I will buy those studded Prada sneakers or flashy McQueen skull scarves, yet rarely invest in should-have staple pieces like the black pant or basic t-shirt. Obviously, as … Continue reading →

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Column: Fashionably Late (About An Era)

by Christian Allaire Posted on September 10, 2011

I have this theory, you see: I believe I am an era late. And no, you snide internet trolls, not late on my period or any stupid comment like that, but late in my thinking and adapting – literally born … Continue reading →

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