the Hudson's Bay Company

Since my move to Toronto, i've been fascinated by the re-branding that has occurred with the Canadian heritage brand, Hudson's Bay Company. While the department store still very much remains on a mediocre and shoddy level of quality and aesthetic back where i'm from (Alberta), the same cannot be said for the stores here in Toronto. In fact, they're nothing short of spectacular!

Louis Vuitton

The newest image was released for Louis Vuitton's Core Values advertising campaign, featuring none other than the impeccable Angelina Jolie. The ad, shot by famed photog, Annie Liebovitz, was photographed in Cambodia's Siem Reap province, where Jolie filmed Lara Croft: Tomb Raider in 2000. The location holds a special place in her heart as well, as it was where she developed her knack for humanitarianism, leading to the eventual adoption of her first son, Maddox. 

the Relic

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Remy & "The Man Your Man Could Smell Like"

As usual, it was a busy week at the office. I was assigned to do coverage for a Remy Martin tasting event on monday at the Fairmont Royal York (I know, my job is super hard). Basically, we learned the history behind this prestigious brand and learned how to distinguish between different types of cognac, pairing them with everything from blue cheese to fine chocolates.We spent a good 20 minutes learning how to properly smell the cognac as well, resulting in a light headed-ness that was both embarrassing and entertaining at the same time. Those fumes are strong! 

Lady Gaga & the CFDAs

Her story about Anna Wintour = GOLD.

SHARP

Our new coverboy :)

Joe Fresh

Umm. Can I just say that i'm actually so impressed with the current collection at Joe Fresh? Not that i've ever doubted Mr. Mimran before, but this collection (primarily for the women) is on another level! And those PRINTS! Can we discuss those prints? Those prints, those colors, those textures! First Club Monaco, now Joe Fresh. Everything Joe touches turns into sartorial gold (in our minds, at least). Through this brand, Joe Mimran has successfully managed to show that affordable fashion is a formidable force to be reckoned with in the industry! Check out select pics (and prices) after the jump!