Welcome, 2009!
by Logan Steele
Ladies and gentlemen, we survived yet another year in our great city of Toronto. And as we bid farewell to the “do’s and don’ts” of ’08, it’s time to start focusing on the infinite fashionable possibilities awaiting us at the dawn of ’09.
Ladies, set those slouchy sweaters and “Tom Boy Couture” pieces aside; it’s time to re-embrace your femininity. Gentlemen, the “80’s Campus” look has finally come to an end, so let’s graduate to a more polished appearance. 2009 is going to be a year of reinvention and re-evaluation. And we at TorontoShoppingList.com promise to be with you every step of the way!
The runway trends of 2009, although slightly varied from the previous year, still allow ample room for self expression and interpretation. I see a turn toward impeccable tailoring. As the look of ’08 was of a looser, more casual silhouette, this year’s focus may be more on structure and form.
In a trend inspired by late 60’s early 70’s avant-garde glamour (think Mod meets Monaco), we are noticing bolder prints, slimmer cuts as well as more gender specific pieces–women dressing like women, men looking like men. Androgyny has been taking a back seat, for the most part.
Believe it or not, street fashion, while still propelled by the skinny, narrow fitting denim, is starting to show signs of a more relaxed cut as an alternative. Although it may be a while before we fully divorce ourselves from our slimming companion, a change is on the horizon.
An upcoming look (primarily for men) is the reintroduction of the 50’s “Grease Monkey” aesthetic. Leather jackets, vests, straight-leg-raw-denim dungaree and plain white v-necks, are all back. It would seem that the rebel has found a new cause. However, please use in moderation!
For the ladies, think simplicity and texture. The vintage overload of the past has finally blown a fuse and it’s time to return to staple basics. Ruffled neck lines, minimally printed tees, motorcycle jackets and slightly flared jeans are all good choices for the Spring/Summer season.
Consider yourself now “in the know,” Toronto. Happy 2009!
There is so much more coming your way– stay tuned!
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