Toronto-based designer Sarah Shell is the brilliant woman behind 442 McAdam, a line of luxury products that have recently moved their headquarters to Ontario’s capital. Originally launched in Calgary, 442 McAdam has been responsible for producing high-quality bags from luxury leather in rich colours and textures. A standout feature remains the signature 442 bronze emblem found on every piece. Continue Reading…
The latest issue of Montreal quarterly street magazine SNAP! boasts a new 10×16 in. format to showcase some of the most compelling artistic content. A design by Calgary-based mixed media artist Jared Larsen covers the issue which includes commentary on “all things print, publication, and paper — from magazine culture to the decline in newsprint journalism, to discussions with six paper-based artists woking out of Montreal”. Continue Reading…
Vancouver’s premier specialty retailer Livestock, and Edmonton-based lifestyle brand Reigning Champ have conducted a collaborative project called “Made In Vancouver”. Inspired by the city’s make up of nationalities and natural elements that surround it, together they produced 2 unique hoodies in 2 different Thermal Pro fabrics. Continue Reading…
Innovation, appropriateness to context, sustainability, and economic efficiency are recognizable traits in Sturgess Architecture. The Calgary-based firm is responsible for the Bowen Island House, a modern-style home built on a cliff overlooking Howe Sound. Naturally finished slate, cedar shingles and copper coloured roof find appropriateness in the coastal context of the building’s surroundings. Continue Reading…
The City Series from Canada-based The Ko-op, in collaboration with Quintin features hats from Canada’s top skateboard and lifestyle boutiques. Incorporating elements from shops in eight provinces, the release includes hats for Momentum, Groupseven, Complex, The Tiki Room, Norml, Off The Hook, Blue Tile Lounge, and Flat Spot. Each hat is available at its respective retailer. Continue Reading…
Alongside a talented cast of Canadian artists, Toronto design team Exploding Motor Car has produced this video for Reverie Sound Revue, an indie pop band out of Calgary. The video which features the track, You Don’t Exist If I Don’t See You, off the bands new LP, was directed by Canadian director and visual artist Jesse Ewles. Continue Reading…
The outdoors of the Great White North provide inspiration for the Fall/Winter ‘09 release of top knotch footwear products from Ransom by Adidas. The collection features mountaineer-influenced sneakers and boots including The Summit, The Creek, and The Dune seen here, among other releases. Continue Reading…
Ransom is proud to release their Fall/Winter 2009 collection now available at Ransom Holding Co. and online at Ransom.com. Along with new graphic tees, the new release consists of quilted overshirts, sock beanies, melton wool bombers, duck twill vests, washed selvedge denim, wool 5-panel caps, and herringbone chinos. Continue Reading…
Toronto-based ladies’ fashion heavyhitters, Brazen Hussy have developed a range of hot new looks for their Fall/Winter 2009 collection. The Fall/Winter pieces will be available, along with new fashion surprises from sisters, Michele and Kathleen at Coal (Toronto), Coco and Violet (Calgary), and Harmony Code (Montreal). Continue Reading…
Uppercase Magazine — ‘a magazine for the creative and curious’ — is an art and design publication based out of Calgary. Enchanted by the works of artists, illustrators, designers, photographers, filmmakers and musicians, Uppercase covers relevant issues wrapped up in a fresh format. While the features of Uppercase are a strong point, the design on the publication is simply phenomenal. Continue Reading…