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  • Winter Sneakers To Keep You Looking Fresh!

    Winter Sneakers To Keep You Looking Fresh!

    Winter sucks! Period.

    But why do we have to wear ugly-ass winter boots that are there just for function? Why can’t someone make warmish winter boots that look dope? Well, I have scoured around looking for something that would fill the void, and I think I have done just that. Check out some sneakers and sneaker boots you can rock this winter to keep your feet warm and looking fresh.

    MEN’S H.F/1.3 and 1.4 PRIMEKNITS

    I personally picked these bad boys up and I will say that they are one of the best pickups I made in all of 2017. They are plenty warm, I’ve been wearing them in the snow for that last month and am loving them, my only regret is being a dummy and not buying them in black and or setting them up with creps before I took em out. I would recommend buying them in black, they still look dope but you don’t have to worry as much about them getting dirty.

    If you aren’t keen on hightops (although I don’t know why you would be in the winter) Adidas also has them in a low rise model. all models are weatherproof, but like I said earlier I would totally hit em up with creps to keep the stains away.

    MEN’S NMD XR1 WINTER SHOES

     

    For those of you who are still on that NMD hype train which many are, Adidas also released their XR 1 Winter NMD. With weatherproof primeknit upper and built in sock to keep your ankles warm. Personally I’m not a huge fan of the built in sock for the XR1 or NMD in general. But hey maybe you do and that’s all that really matters.

     

    MEN’S FORUM PRIMEKNIT WINTER SHOES

    Now the Adidas Forum primeknits actually look like winter sneakers to me. again with the weatherproof primeknit upper. the high top looks simple yet still dope if you can rock red! I would cop 8/10.

    NIKE SF AIR FORCE 1 HI IBEX

    With all the iterations of the AF1SF which i picked up the second release of in tan. They are super comfortable to wear, even for longer periods. the Ibex brings a higher tongue, a larger hi-top in general, and the wrap around laces are a nice touch. Best of all is the fact they are zippered in the front for ease of use. Although like my pair of AF 1.3 they come in WHITE! So you best treat them before wearing them out or after 2 or three wears they will be dirty AF!

    But I might actually go out and cop a pair and do a proper review on them soon.

    NIKE SFB GEN 2 20.5CM (APPROX.)

    The Nike SFB Gen 2 is the only boots/sneaker on this list that is actually marketed as unisex. Although these days girls wear guys shoes all the time! Lets face it, sneaker releases are generally geared towards males, so I don’t blame them at all. But in any case, lets get down to these boots, this is also the only one on this list that i feel like, looks more boot than sneaker. The design is very militaristic, but pretty dope considering the military inspo has been entering more of the spotlight in streetwear as of late.

    Are you planning any winter sneaker pickups?

     

     

  • Got Myself Some Glasses

    Got Myself Some Glasses

    As I get older I notice my body isn’t what it used to be. Namely, my recovery time after drinking (which is why I don’t really drink anymore) and more recently my eyesight. I’m not going blind or anything but after visiting my local optician found out that I have slight astigmatism. At night I’m seeing more stop lights and rear tail lights while I’m driving and everything just seems a touch blurry. So it was time to get on that glasses game! Talking to friends and seeing how much my parents paid for their glasses I was NOT looking forward to shelling out a small fortune for some specs. Enter Bonlook! These guys are awesome, they have dope frames, recently partnered with local influencers to design a Toronto Collective line. The best part is they won’t even make a dent in your wallet.

    I decided to pick up two pairs, one for my day to day and one pair to go with one of my many blue suits. The first pair is a simple black frame with stainless accents, durable, stylish, and am super happy with them. Best of all, my eyesight is CRISP again!

    Just to add some variety to the mix, I also picked up a pair of what my friends are calling my new Harry Potter glasses lol. I am totally ok with that! They are a dope round oversize pair from the Toronto Collective they did recently with

    SEAN BROWN
    DESIGNER – YORKVILLE
    @byseanbrown

    I like that they are different, and add a nice punch to one of my many blue suits!

    So guys, get out there and get your eyes checked! It’s super important and it’s something you want to be perfect for the rest of your life. and if you decide you need a pair, head on over to Bonlook and get yourself a pair or three. The staff is super helpful, the prices are more than reasonable, and best of all is you get step by step notifications with the progress of your order via email. You can take a look at their entire collection online HERE!

    What do you guys think of the frames I picked up?

  • OFF-WHITE is about to get an “Affordable” ish line

    OFF-WHITE is about to get an “Affordable” ish line

    Off-White and Virgil have been ON FIRE over the last year! Well at least for anyone in the streetwear scene. They have announced that they will be launching a new affordable line titled “For All”. With pieces ranging from  $95 USD for a tee, to  170 USD for a hoodie. Not cheap, but cheaper. Still much better than paying $800+ for a hoodie. With all the hype they’ve gotten via their recent Nike Ten collaboroonie, even more eyes are on them all the dope pieces they have been producing.

    So for you looking to get some pieces in  your collection without completely going bankrupt, luxury streetwear seems to be coming up a touch more affordable! If you’re into it, I would say get out there and cop ASAP once it hits shelves because like everything else that’s fire in streetwear I guarantee that it will be sold out in no time!

    Stay tuned for more photos and release info.

     

    What do you think of O/W VS other luxury streetwear?

  • Party Ideas: NYE 2018

    Party Ideas: NYE 2018

    If you’re anything like me, going out to a club or hall to ring in the new year has become a touch vanilla. every year it’s the same thing, and its starting to get stale. So why not host your own party with just the people you want there to ensure the best setting to hit up the countdown. Setup a potluck first of all in order to remove the most stressful portion of hosting any gathering. next make sure you have enough booze for everyone, party favours, and most of all ENTERTAINMENT!

    Luckily there is still time to put it all together thanks to Amazon.ca and their Amazon Prime program!

    Cards Against Humanity: The Bigger, Blacker Box

    This is hands down one of the most fun with friends (if you have a sense of humor). By now I would imagine most of you have played this at some point in time, However I think it’s a classic and a must play at any party especially if there is any sort of drinking involved. 

    Magic Sing ET23KH HD Resolution Karaoke System

    Once cards is said and done, or if some people don’t want to play, Karaoke is ALWAYS a big hit! Although it’s a bit on the pricey side, think of it as an investment. It’s something that I find always tends to come out if available at any party.

     

    Nequare Disco Lights Sound Activated Strobe Light Disco Ball

    To go with your new karaoke system, you gotta set the mood right and make the singers feel like stars for the night! setting up a set of lights, strobes, or disco ball will set the backdrop for any party. It’s the holidays, let loose and have some fun!

    Rio Brands Entertainer Rolling Party Cooler

    Don’t let your guests go thirsty, get yourself a rolling cooler you can use all year round. I hate going to a party and having to bump into people when i’m trying to get myself a beverage. With this rolling cooler with built in bottle opener you can set it up somewhere out of the way and have drinks available wherever you want. Once summer rolls around, set it up in your backyard for all those summer BBQ you’re going to host!

    Party Favours and Decorations

    And of course, how can you ring in the new year without some decorations and party favours for all your guests?! 

    It’s as simple as that, as long as you have good food, plenty of drinks and great people, I’m sure you’ll have an amazing time! so get those special people all together and instead of spending $100-$200 a person to go out, why not stay and have a party all your own?!

    What are you planning on doing this New Years Eve?

  • Staycation: Bringing In The Holidays

    Staycation: Bringing In The Holidays

    We spend all year working, and for most people that consumes a good portion of their lives. So in order to bring some balance into our lives, every December Mel [@melhwang] and I get together with Vic [@thelustlistt] and Peter [@thedunklistt] to take some time to hangout together for a staycation and just be merry and all that good stuff.

    This year we stayed at Sheraton Centre in Toronto. I have spend many New Years there, as well as other random days. So it was a very familiar experience for me. It’s a fantastic place to spend a few nights, they have great amenities, but above and beyond that. Their location is fantastic, regardless of your room booking you’ll have a fantastic view of Nathan Philip Square or a great city view with the CN Tower! Just stunning! The Sheraton has BnB restaurant downstairs where you can just pop in and get some delicious food without having to leave the hotel. When the weather sucks there is nothing better!

    Getting to your destination can sometimes be a drag, with traffic, snow, and some not so festive people. However, when you have a sweet ride, it makes a world of difference. We got to play with the all new Buick Enclave this year, and I must say. I’m impressed, full leather, deceivingly spacious in the front or back. The sound system is on point, standard nav and entertainment unit. But the greatest feature of all HAS to be the on board WIFI! No need to eat up that data while you’re on the road or stuck in traffic. All in all, it was a great ride with 4 people and all our stuff packed away in the back, and yet still soo much room to enjoy the ride!

     

    And with every holiday new clothes and experiences are always a must! We partnered up with Banana Republic and got to rock some pieces from their new arrivals. There is nothing quite like a new suit, the way it fits and makes you feel like a million bucks! Stylish, well made, and a variety of cuts to choose from to get that perfect fit for your body type. Since I don’t currently own one I opted for a grey suit with a light checkered pattern, and paired it with a charcoal turtleneck, and Velvet shoes. Being that it is winter, I also opted for a knit toque to keep my head warm when we went to visit the Christmas Market across the street at Nathan Philips Square.

    Now one thing that I got to experience for the first time, was working on my skincare routine! Mel obviously is religious when it comes to skin care, but as a guy it EASILY gets overlooked on our day to day routines. For the most part we are lazy when it comes to stuff like that. But I must say that I rather enjoyed it and may just start to add it into my daily routine. I had the opportunity to try out some cool stuff from Origins Canada. The whipped peppermint cream is SUPER dope. It’s not greasy like most products and smells incredible to boot. 100% will use again, Especially after showers when I find that my skin feels the driest

    As for overnight treatments, I tried out Estee Lauder Serum, along with their Nutritious Vitality8 for my beautiful under eye bags. applying it all on after a long day of laughs, food, shooting, and having fun was just super refreshing and had me feeling great going to bed. Waking up the next morning, my face felt like new, and ready to take on the day!

    all in all it was a wicked fun staycation in the city with one of our favourite couples, can’t wait to do it all over again next year! Perhaps maybe even do up some staycations more often. I love my city and sometimes it’s nice to just stay local and experience it from a different angle and keep it fresh!

    What stuff do you like to do in the city?

  • Boxing Week With Amazon.ca

    Boxing Week With Amazon.ca

    Apart from Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Boxing Day/Week is my favourite shopping time of year! Now that Christmas is over, time to spend some of that Christmas cash on some new toys! These are some of my favourite deals going on right now, till the end of the year.

    GoPro Karma with HERO6 Black

    Need an arial advantage to add to your current GoPro footage? Look no further, grab yourself a karma and send that bad boy way up there!

    Blue Yeti Plus Assassin’s Creed Streamer Bundle, Blackout

    For you gamers out there looking to step up your streaming game, get yourself a solid microphone. Look no further, Blue Yeti has got you you covered, not only that, but it comes bundled with Assassins Creed Origins for a limited time.

    Xbox One S Gears & Halo Special Edition Bundle (500GB)

    Being a gamer, I’m always looking for a good deal, and for you guys out there thinking of making the leap to Xbox or just want to add another system to your collection. Save yourself some $$ and pickup this bundle deal right now!

    SmilePowo 18-in-1 Accessory Kit for GoPro

    I’m always looking for accessories for my camera gear, and i tend to lose a lot of the smaller pieces. Bundles like these are basically my yearly restock on all the stuff i’ve lost throughout the year lol.

    Sennheiser RS 165 RF Wireless Headphones

    I have quite the collection of headphones, and I will say that having a solid pair of is one of the most important pieces when it comes to sound monitoring, editing videos, or audio. So don’t skimp out on audio, I feel like it’s often one of the most overlooked items in peoples setup.

    What did you pickup this Boxing Week?