Benjamin Leszcz 
Last week, we presented essential rules of style from menswear designer Philip Sparks. Today, we conclude the series. On plaid A great way to spice up a conservative suit is to wear a plaid shirt. It may not be appropriate for black tie, but it can still be quite formal. … Read More
For the past week, we’ve been running a series featuring up-and-coming menswear designer Philip Sparks’ essential rules of style. Here, a few more rules to live by from the illustrious Mr. Sparks. On suit sleeves Often you’ll see guys wearing suits with really baggy arms, and it’s not very flattering. … Read More
No doubt, Canada’s most promising menswear designer is Philip Sparks, whose tweed suits, cable-knit sweaters and slim-fitting dress shirts offer a nostalgic twist on modern, tailored clothing. In advance of his fall/winter runway presentation, in Toronto next month, we caught up with Sparks for his essential rules of style. Part … Read More
Richard Chai has often cited grunge god Kurt Cobain as a central source of inspiration. But Chai’s fall collection, which he showed Monday morning at Milk Studios, spoke to a hodgepodge of influences, ranging from classic tailoring principles to high-fashion experimentation; from old-school fabrics and casual standards to futuristic materials … Read More
Now that Whistler has been transformed into a five ring circus, we’re heading to Canada’s second most famous ski town, a less-than-two-hour drive from Calgary. Sitting in Canada’s third-oldest national park, Banff is home to mind-melting landscapes, world-class dining and hordes of international coeds. Oh, and the skiing’s half-decent, too. … Read More
