Vogue Collector: sexy

Monday

This heat is amazing! Toronto is gorgeous, and my tan looks amazing.

Despite the fact that its Monday, I'm happy! I woke up this morning with a vicious headache, so I went back to sleep until noon, had brunch and got to work. I may or may not have had a Caesar during my meal, so I came home a little bit more chipper, anyway, makes for a more eventful day!

How was your Monday?

x -the collector

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Life of Skate

Compete 07:13

If you're a teenage girl and you didn't watch MTV's "Life of Ryan," when you got home from school, then what is your problem? Ryan Allen Sheckler remains to this day, one of my top 10 athletic crushes. Ranking alongside men like Chris Bosch, Michael Jordan (yeah he's old, but he dunks, DUH!) Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Matthew Morison, Sidney Crosby and a few more. But I mean really, this man skateboards, loves his family and has tattoos, DROOL! The only problem is he's like 5" tall, so heels are a no go when on dates with this man. He also dresses like a skateboarder; oversized shirts, backwards hats and skinny jeans, No thanks. Whatever, there could be worse things!

Born on December 30th, Ryan's father quickly realized Ryan's love for skateboarding and soon Ryan began competing and winning in many of the local skate competitions shortly after Ryan had gone pro! Some of Ryan's sponsor's range from Red Bull, Etnies, Oakley, Plan B and more!

The Ryan Sheckler not the Justin Beiber ... be honest here people!

x - the Collector

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In the Name of Sexy

attractive 04:26

x -the drooling Collector

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Man up Shape up & Dress up !

art 06:00

I completely understand if wearing a blazer and dress pants aren't your thing, and yes I agree that it can sometimes be too much. But the thing to keep in mind is YES, you have to develop personal style. Lately, I have been seeing a lot of the same fashion and trends for men, here in Toronto especially. Yes, it is so very important to keep up to date with your look, but when it comes to personal style, there isn't really much of one. The "Lumberjack" "Preppy Boy" "Swag" and "Business man" is the most predominant styles that we're seeing, but with designers and outlet stores providing men with coloured denim and different styles of pants there is no excuse to not have/wear a little colour in your day to day.

The lumberjack look is awesome. The rugged, just got out of the bush look is very sexy, but after seeing it time and time again, it's starting to take its toll. Toques, skinny chino's, plaid shirt, the same deal with the next guy. This look is great however, if you're that type of guy, but when it's someone who has clearly NEVER lifted an axe, it makes it hard to believe. Make sure when trying this ensemble that you have all the fixings; a great pair of suspenders, weather worn pants, a great bold toque and an awesome plaid shirt that was clearly worn in the lumber yard or made to look used.

The preppy boy is always a fun one to look at. So many men look great in this look, but truth be told, there are some men that should just... not, ever! Preppy needs to be done well, it's an ensemble that has to carry with the man, if he's in a great pair of chino's but his attitude doesn't match his attire it's confusing and doesn't quite work with the ensemble. A great way to use this look is on the weekend if it's not your ordinary day to day. It shows that you have demur and can dress classy, but casual at the same time. This look I like to call the "Club Monaco." A great pair of cords or chino's with a coloured shirt patterned or plain with a pair of oxfords or loafers and a vintage cardigan or wool jacket is a perfect way to finish a savvy ensemble.

Swag is a personal favourite, I am not a fan of the rapper boy swag but if done well can be very appealing! This look isn't as easy as those might think, not only does this one require a precise colour combination but it also has to be carried exceptionally well. There are so many moments when Captain Swag is strolling the streets with no swagger and his outfit is completely ruined. Swag can be done many ways, but the thing to remember is that it has to be a head to toe look, and whatever is in between has to make sense with the ENITRE ensemble. Black is a safe colour to go with for the pants especially, the key is less is more, too many gold accessories makes you look like a walking jewelry store!

Ahh the business man! This one is a hit or a miss. Many of the men that I have encountered have been really well put together, but there are the select few that...well, got dressed in the dark. When getting pants, it is SO very important to remember that they should sit on your hip bones, should not be tight, and should come 3/4 up your shoe; too long and you'll be dragging too short and it's embarrassing! Suits for the office have gotten so boring, navy blue, black and grey. Sheesh, is there a law or is it just "an unwritten rule" because rules are meant to be broken. However if it is a rule that you must wear a boring suit at least spice it up with a brilliant tie or some stellar shoes! Always remember that with a suit you have the ability to mix and match with jackets, pants, ties, shirts and shoes. If you only have two full sets, well get creative, the office is a place to work, but you aren't in jail, accessories, wear a bow tie one day and a neck tie the next. Try a blazer one day and a cardigan the following, there are PLENTY of ways to make the office a less drab place, you just need to be inventive, brave and the compliments will follow.

Nothing more attractive to a woman then a man who dresses to impress, who cares whats on their back and has the confidence to match. If you look the part you'll get the part! For men, fashion is a great way to get noticed, it's a fun way to express yourself, and whether you like reggae heavy metal, grunge, pop, rap or hip-hop there is always a way to incorporate a little of what you know into your attire. Band tour shirts are an amazing way to add some flare to an ensemble, wear one with a blazer over top and a great pair of denim. If you love Bob Marley add a pin to your backpack or accessories with some amazing necklaces.

There are so many ways to look good and stay true to the things you love. Don't just read an article and go and buy a new wardrobe, do your research know yourself well enough to shop and when you find something make sure it fits you perfectly or it will rot in your closet. Whether you're a preppy boy, a swag master, a business man or out in the woods, your style must reflect your personality, but don't just stick to only ONE look, experiment, that's what fashion is all about. If worse comes to worse you can always take it off when you get home! Don't forget your style is your resume; make sure it highlights all your best features.

Check out these men's style blogs for help and inspiration ! xxoo !

http://aviewfromtheshade.blogspot.ca/

http://www.dapperlou.com/

http://stylesalvage.blogspot.ca/

http://www.thedandyproject.com/ <<fave!

http://tsbmen.com/

http://www.fashionbeans.com/

hope that helps! Comment if you need more help or other fashion blogs to search! #HappyFashion
x- the Collector

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Vancouver MacPhee

celebrities 05:45

Dalia MacPhee is a gown designer, but not just your typical Forever 21 or H&M creator, Dalia makes sensational evening wear and cocktail dresses for many of Hollywood’s elite. Her use of clean lines, brilliant materials and modern technology helps her to make extraordinary garments for both the red carpet and high-class social events.

“My goal is that every time a woman purchases an item, a less fortunate woman somewhere around the world is being helped.” – Dalia MacPhee

Olivia Munn

Dalia is a Vancouver native who grew up with a love of fashion and business. Early on she realized that these interests would work well together. Dalia has embraced her talents and is pursuing her dreams. When it comes to creating gowns, Dalia puts the world before herself; presenting only silk free garments that have been created without harm to animals. A portion of the profit from every item sold is donated to help women around the world. Her love for helping the less fortunate is where Dalia takes the upper hand in the design world; Dalia has dressed high profile models, actors and sports players for their special events.

For fall winter 2012, Dalia featured plenty of vivid colors as well as creative textures. Many of her dresses carried ruffles, layers and elegant hemlines. There was a wide variety of creations; some short, others long, some fit for the Oscars others for ballrooms and some for a pristine social lounge. Navy blue, black, and deep berries were the color pallets for last season; it was a perfect mixture of brilliant couture and modern deep hues. What sets Dalia apart from other fashion houses is that many of her gowns are vegan. Don’t let that furrow your brow, they aren’t made of potatoes sacks –although I’m sure they would look sensational; rather she uses materials that do not harm to the planet.

Dalia hit the gown jackpot and is now dressing celebrities and socialites alike. Cast members from Glee, Disney Pop Stars and tennis champions; Hilary Duff, Serena Williams, Amber Riley, Samantha Harris, Alicia Silverstone and Alyssa Milano to name a few. Dalia’s collections have also been featured on the cover of Vogue, InStyle, Marie Claire, Teen Vogue, and many more. Many of Dalia’s collections are bold and carry such a feminine vibe, Hollywood is right in selecting Dalia MacPhee for their red carpet events as well as placing her on a pedestal along with a number of other fabulous designers.

The Vancouver native has created a vibration through the celebrity and socialite relm, many of the top dressers of the world flock to her door to get a sneak peak of Dalia’s latest collection. For this season, Dalia is leaning more towards the vintage era and creating elegant, pastel charm with her flowing fabulous gowns. From a little girl traveling from place to place with her parents, to becoming one of Hollywood’s top red carpet designers and having her sizes range from 0-24, Dalia MacPhee is a force to be reckoned with in the couture world. This season will be filled with old school charm that is bound to have your heart pumping and your eyes glowing with excitement, the only question left is who will wear it best?