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Line

Wow! Knits that weren’t gifted by grandma. Jennifer Wells and John Muscat of Line elevated knitwear with a collection of futuristic, bold, and glam pieces that prove to be wearable and distinguishing. Titled, “Rustic Remix,” the collection presented austere knits wised up with lambskin and embellished metals. The classic-shaped and detail-lined sweaters flowed out in deep colors within the palette of the northern lights — greens, purples, and grays. We’re feeling the earthy tones and the tweedy-looking knits.

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Joe Fresh FW12 

Hound lovers and ’60s babes unite. A highlight of the week, Canadian superstar Joe Mimram of Joe Fresh introduces a menagerie of color and bold houndstooth prints in his “downtown” hyper-chic collection. The rich greens, deep burgundies, and mustards reminded us of an exploding sunset (and we liked it). It was a collection of flashy and fab menswear and womenswear. Mod was the operative word, as JF took a unique twist on ’60s classics. 

Joe Fresh’s dandies included tweedy, shiny, and boxy jackets, shiny faux-leather mini skirts, and knitted everything. Urges to head to the discothèque were punctuated by brilliant lunch-box bags and furry clutches mixed in with the houndstooth and flora prints, giving it a late-midcentury British Carnaby street look.

Photo: Courtesy of Alexander Thomson/Joe Fresh

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Pink Tartan

Talk about cig-pants that are actually smokin’. Kimberly-Newport Mimran’s collection features fur, peplum, and monochromatic blunders perfect for any soireé. With sharp-cut mohair tops and flared hem dresses, Pink Tartan does it right, bringing out the femme in suiting ensembles. 

Photographed by George Pimentel

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Sid Neigum FW12

Menswear, hoorah! Sid Neigum introduced a cross sexual and modern gothic collection. Like an homage to ’80s Comme des Garcon, Neigum introduces an explosion of wearable pieces in variations of sand, black, and white. Solemn models ambled down the stark-white and austere studio in angular, long and short tunics, chunky leather jackets, and tightly tailored trousers with leather patches on knee caps…and the backs of knee caps. The collection is both enchanting and darkwave, and we’re into it. 

Photo: Courtesy of Sid Neigum

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Chloé comme Parris

With blacks, nudes, soft, mossy, flower prints, and tons of studs, Chloé comme Parris introduces a collection that is for the goth and charming. The Toronto-based sisters, Chloé and Parris Gordon, kill it with an early 20th century silhouette that takes a clean-grunge twist (yes, it’s possible)! The two told us that they “brought the ’20s and punk/piercing culture together because they seemed so opposite.” 

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The collection has finally hit MontREAL. More specifically, Simons! This collection was a bit snubbed on Style.com, but l enjoyed it. It’s simple and wearable. You can view the whole collection at: http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/S2012MEN-PAUL

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Notorious for classic thread work in menswear, Sir Paul Smith introduces a collection that seemed to have been inspired by the ocean and its depths for the SS12 season. Literal in conveying the theme, the men entered the runway in navy and orange tops and deep-sea themed printed shirts and fitted trousers. 

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The models in many shades of blue and navy donned trousers, jackets, and blazers all tightly cuffed to the ankle or wrist, adding a smart twist to classic menswear. Breaking up the pageant of colour variations, Smith rolls out a palette of oranges with rust and tan giving the looks a pop of colour.

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Each look honed a sense of British detail, with a tiny sporty edge and fill of charm. Paul Smith’s collection of blazers and button-ups prove to be adaptable to any outfit including business and casual. The trousers were simply marvelous: pleated, patterned, and multi-toned, Smith produced an exceptional collection that would lend itself to pulling any look together flawlessly. The pieces stand as very wearable and versatile in completing every man’s wardrobe. Paul Smith’s abyssal exploration was indeed a notable success.

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