Frank & Oak

Cities |  Toronto | 

Frank and Oak, an ultra cool online retailer of menswear, has just launched their collaboration with Little Burgundy Shoes for Fall 2013. Called “ The Traveler” the line features a collection of footwear and accessories that are specifically designed for the man on the go.

I had the opportunity to preview the new collection and it is a good mix of style with function. It includes derby shoes, canvas backpacks, beanies and fingerless gloves. The looks are more casual, and they look fairly comfortable.  If you are on the go, you comfort is important. The backpacks are a good size and would make a perfect carry on size bag for an airplane trip.

Always important to look good when one is on the go!

The Traveler line is available both online and at Little Burgundy stores in Toronto (and across Canada).

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Surmesur

Cities |  Toronto | 

Surmesur, with locations in Toronto, Montreal, and Quebec City, is a new kind of boutique. Stepping us into the future, it uses technology to make the ultimate custom suit or shirt.

The concept is very innovative with each store having an optical scanner that is used to take measurements. Similar to the ones at the airport, it translates into creating the perfect fit.

There are 5000 choices of fabric to choose from and using their software, you can pick the combinations that work best in creating a one of a kind look. This technology makes it easy and quick to choose your perfect look. The stores are very modern and really simplify the made to measure experience.

With each client having their measurements on file, future orders can be done online, without having to come into the store. Nothing is easier than that.  Surmesur is a fitting shopping experience for a busy man on the go.

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Interview with the “First Asian Supermodel” Godfrey Gao

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BDMOTP’s Steve Oldfield catches up with Godfrey Gao, considered to be the ” First Asian Supermodel” in Los Angeles.  Gao, starring in a new movie,  “Mortal Instruments: City of Bones”, speaks about his must-have items and gives style advice.

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Garrison Bespoke

Cities |  Toronto | 

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When off the rack won’t do, Torontonians head to  Garrison Bespoke to get suits, shirts, overcoats, and trousers  made to perfectly fit  one’s body. Custom garments are tailored from the finest cloths from Europe.   The boutique’s pieces are conservative enough to create credibility but unique enough to stand out. A sharp pinstripe suit with crushed jade woven into the cloth for good luck is one client’s signature look.

Garrison can even make a waterproof suit, perfect to protect against rainy days, and spilled glasses of red wine.
Secret suit pockets are the norm.
James Bond would definitely approve.

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Whitney Linen

Cities |  Toronto | 

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Eco-friendly and stylish come to mind when thinking of Whitney Linen Inc.’s menswear collection. Toronto-based designers, Whitney Westwood and Franciska Veress, import the raw linen from Lithuania  and design  the line in Canada.  

Whitney Westwood explains , “My love of timeless elegant things started when I was a child. My parents brought the first Hermes store to Toronto and ran it for 15 years.  I grew up with Hermes, so to speak, and absorbed its style, colour and line.  I have spent much time in Europe and have watched elegant men and women, dressed in linen, walking the cobbled streets of France and Italy, looking so chic.  The more worn linen looks, the better it looks. I want to introduce the comfort and confidence of this image to North Americans.”

The benefits of wearing linen are it’s ability to keep the body cool, it’s durability and it’s green appeal.
Having linen is a definite must for any man’s wardrobe.

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GotStyle

Cities |  Toronto | 
GotStyle is a Toronto-based menswear boutique with an online shopping website.  Brands carried cover the best internationally; Strellson, Blue Industry, Gsus Industries,  Zanerobe, Psycho Bunny, John Varvatos U.S.A., M. Cohen, JohnnyLove, Nudie Jeans, Amanda Christensen, and PYA Patrick Assaraf. The clothes, shoes, accessories and bling are carefully chosen to cover all aspects of a man’s life:  business, social, casual, and formal events. Gotstyle has suited up UFC star George St- Pierre and is the official fashion sponsor to Toronto FC soccer players and coaches.

Founder Melissa Austria, who started Gotstyle in 2004,  believes in educating her clients.  Her mission is to have “Every man wearing a blazer on date night” and describes the essential date night look as a Blue Industry Jersey sportcoat, Nudie Jeans, Strellson oxford shirt, Amanda Christensen pocket square, Strellson black belt and John Varvatos wing tip shoes.  She believes that there are six essential pieces for every man’s wardrobe;  double breasted jacket, colored pants, trench coat, printed shirts, blue shoes, and a leather briefcase.
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Gotstyle has its own stylists, made to measure, on-site tailoring, and a barbershop, offering a one-stop shop for it’s clients.   If you do get to Toronto, be sure to visit The Groom Room on the second level of Gotstyle Distillery location where future grooms and their groomsmen can play pool, drink Hennessey, and get suited. And you don’t even have to be getting married to share in the fun!
Visit one of their two Toronto locations:
62 Bathurst St. at Wellington
21 Trinity St. in the Distillery District
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Loft 604

Cities |  Shop |  Toronto | 

Loft 604 is a Toronto- based boutique created by owner Willie Fung. The shop was inspired by the idea of a European lifestyle. Living in Europe, I understand why one would want to bring that relaxed vibe over to North America. The boutique embodies that European chic, yet chilled- out ambiance. However, each and every item they carry is designed right there in Toronto.

Don´t fret if you don´t live in Canada-their products are also sold throughout the US and Bahamas at various locations. You can even shop online as well. Price points range from about 100-400 USD depending on the item.

The clothes are stylish and detailed, with a lot of knitwear and cashmere. The fabrics are luxurious and aim to give off that relaxed, European feel. Another reason to love Loft 604 is because they focus on using sustainable fabrics. Trendy, classic, wearable AND earth- conscious make for the perfect combination.

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Pay a visit to the Loft 604 website, or follow them on Facebook or Twitter. There you can find contact information, shop online, view the lookbook and check store locations and hours.

Images from the boutique´s Facebook page.

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Welcome to Best Dressed Man on the Planet

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Many websites have the objective of helping men improve their style. Consequently, much of what you will find here is available in other places and in other forms. What we hope to do is to synthesize, package and deliver this information in the most efficient and helpful manner to men around the world. The basic premise is to inform, educate, and entertain men (and women). Ultimately to help men identify and embrace their personal style.

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