YES. There is a resurgence of patterns in modern fashion that helps represent an individuals tastes and produce a finely tuned look. Patterns have always been a dominant aesthetic in clothing while trends in print have always mirrored the tastes of the time, whether it is the regal filigree of the 17th century or the …
WELCOME MATCHA TEA to our upper level’s CityBar Espresso. In case you’re not familiar with this green stuff, matcha is a powdered green tea of Japanese origins. Matcha powders are not chemically dehydrated. Tea leaves are picked, laid out flat to dry, and when they crumble, processors will de-stem and de-vein them before grinding the leftovers into the …
IN 2002 LIFETIME COLLECTIVE WAS STARTED IN A CANADIAN BASEMENT, 11 years later it has grown to encompass an entire lifestyle for people who confidently align themselves with individuality and creative endeavours. The brand has showcased numerous artists through its carefully curated collaborations, embracing the works of independent craftsmen with collections co-curated by unique teams, most recently … Continue reading »
LONG BEFORE THE RISE OF THE COLLABORATION, Something Else was created to fill the cultural void between conceptual, creative sensibilities and wearable fashion. We are excited to introduce this exceptional brand to our collection here at Lavish&Squalor. Emulating a collective culture that opens ones eyes to the ‘something else’ in our current existence, Something Else is … Continue reading »
ROKIN FOOTWEAR COMBINES THE ART OF CLASSIC EUROPEAN CRAFTSMANSHIP WITH A MODERN AESTHETIC to create unique and coveted pieces. It only takes a glance to see that the simplicity of Rokin’s vintage looks coupled with their classic perspective on shoemaking is what makes them so unforgettable. Christoffer Brattin—the man behind the Gothenburg, Sweden-based company—launched the first collection of men’s shoes … Continue reading »
A SPLASH OF INSPIRATION. Our friends at Lifetime Collective have gotten together with Salazar Films to create a great short film to showcase a few of their spring/ summer pieces. The video features the landscape of Bangkok, Thailand as the backdrop to a curious adventure between two lovers. We are showcasing our Lifetime spring arrivals right now here … Continue reading »
“CREATIVITY IS A GREAT MOTIVATOR BECAUSE IT MAKES PEOPLE INTERESTED IN WHAT THEY ARE DOING.” -Edward De Bono Penfield chose to set their S/S 2013 look-book in Maine’s ‘Sag Harbour’ for its distinct imagery which conveyed the perfect mood surrounding their collection this season. To accompany that look it was an effortless decision to select … Continue reading »
COMUNE is a brand we proudly carry here at Lavish&Squalor which embraces a curiosity for the interesting details that are found in unusual places. This is apparent in their ‘Drop City’ project, which was introduced to attract like–minded and creative people to the COMUNE artist community and to collaborate on various projects and apparel. True to … Continue reading »
We want to help you make an impact on the world around you this season. The best way to ensure that you turn the right heads and get noticed is by dressing the part. Here are a few style ideas with some of our newest arrivals for women. With a heavy focus on patterns and … Continue reading »
