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Harry Rosen welcomes will.i.am and his i.am clothing line to Bloor Street!
We are always looking for a reason to celebrate, and the launch of will.i.am's new clothing line, "i.am" is no exception.
Last night we turned the lower level of the Bloor Street store into a party as we welcomed the i.am clothing line. will.i.am made a special appearance, and chatted with media, fans and clients.
In his other job as a music icon, will.i.am has always been known for his unique style and fashion sense, which his clothing line reflects. will.i.am is no stranger to design, having attended the Fashion Institute for Design and Merchandise in LA before focusing on music.
“This line is for the creative cat, the guy that likes art, music and individual expression. Music may be my first love, but fashion has always been important to me and this collection is another way to express my creativity,” will.i.am shared with us at this exclusive Toronto appearance. The collection perfectly complements the attitude of the lower level at our flagship Bloor St. store - casual yet sophisticated with a little edge, and "thoroughly modern", as described by CEO Larry Rosen. The collection is complete with hoodies, leather jackets, sweaters and casual tees.
We had a great time at the event, and thanks to everyone who came out to meet will.i.am! Also, thanks to our sponsors Svedka, Lifford Wine Agency and Kronenbourg beer as well as the team at Manhattan Inc.
From left, Ian Rosen, Graham Rosen, CEO Larry Rosen and Will.i.am
Joshua, left, and Franck, both wearing i.am
Harry Rosen Denim Clinic at The CORE | TD Square
Mike Peters, Regional Director for Western Canada, held a denim clinic at the annual CORE | TD Square fashion show.
Mike answered questions not just from the audience, but from our Facebook page. Highlights from Mike's talk are listed below.
It's true that some jeans aren't meant to be washed for 6 months. Zac from Nudie Jeans was on hand to help explain why. Raw (also known as "dry") denim is dyed with indigo and sold unwashed. When you begin to wear the jeans, the indigo rubs off to customize your jeans to your body. By not washing your jeans for as long as possible, you enhance this customization.
We're beginning to see rolled up jeans again - it's a trend that's quickly taking hold, but in a more sophisticated fashion than we saw in the late 80's and early 90's! Start with a straight or slim jean, and cuff jeans with 2 inch rolls. Rolled jeans look great with desert or chukka boots that will be all the rage in Fall 2010.
Harry Rosen truly does carry a denim to suit every body type and every lifestyle. The best way to find out what kind of denim works for you is to come in and start trying a selection on!
Labels carried by Harry Rosen include: 7 for all Mankind, Citizens of Humanity, Nudie Jeans, Rock and Republic, True Religion, D & G, Armani, BOSS, Zegna and many more! Many are available online, as well as in-store.
Harry Rosen at "Boys Night Out"
Harry Rosen was proud to be the presenting sponsor at Lifford's fourth annual "Boys Night Out", where about 700 people showed up to support prostate cancer research.
Last night, Lifford Wine Agency held their fourth annual "Boys Night Out" event, at the Downtown Toronto Audi dealership. All proceeds from the event went to prostate cancer research, and we were proud to be the presenting sponsor. No surprise here, as Harry himself is highly involved with various types of medical research.
The event was full of things guys like - cars, golf, scotch and of course food and wine. Great music was played by one of our favourite DJs, DJ Lissa Monet. Guests were entertained all evening with raffles, a silent auction and a live auction. The two rounds of golf in Bermuda sounded pretty nice!
We showed five great fall looks and hosted some games. Thanks to all who guessed how many cufflinks were in the jar, and to those who attempted to tie a tie 30 seconds. Congrats to our winners!
Adam Martin, one of our buyers, showing our contestants how to properly tie a tie.
Pressure's on!
High flying aerial dancers
Hopefully we saw you there. And if not, see you at the 5th!
Calgary Stampede
For ten days in July, Calgary is overrun by cowboys, both genuine and "urban".
For the fashion-conscious, the Calgary Stampede often poses a dilemma... Luckily, this year, cowboy-inspired looks are right on trend. Harry Rosen carries a wide array of denim labels and cuts to suit both genuine and temporary cowboys. From Nudie to BOSS, Rock & Republic to 7 for all Mankind, Citizens of Humanity and beyond, it's easy to find something for every cowboy! Labels such as BOSS Orange, Robert Graham and Arnold Zimberg provide colourful Western shirts with unmistakable detailing that won't look out of place during the Stampede - or the trendiest Toronto nightclub.
Associates from TD Square showed off some Stampede-worthy looks. On the left, Michael is in Nudie Jeans, with a D&G shirt. Kevin, pictured on the right, is wearing Seven Jeans, with an Arnold Zimberg shirt.
If you're in Calgary for the Stampede, make sure you stop into our store at TD Square | The CORE to update your Western look!
Summer Wedding Wear
Earlier this month we brought a few models down to Rogers Daytime TV for a segment on Wedding wear.
Men have many options these days when it comes to dressing for a wedding - whether they're the groom, or attending a wedding as a guest. We like to encourage men to choose a suit that suits their personality rather than sticking to a standard uniform look that a lot of grooms and guests go for. For a groom that likes a sleek sharp look - try a slim fitting Z-Zegna suit in black instead of a classic tuxedo. If you are getting married on the golf green or somewhere outside - try a lightweight tan suit from BOSS Black. A mid-grey suit is a versatile option for a groom or a guest and can be worn at any type of of ceremony. The details are crucial - cufflinks and a pocket square will ensure a unique look.
Boys Will Be Boys
Have you been to Boys' Night Out before? It's an incredible event in support of prostate cancer research.
If you haven't been to Boys' Night Out, you should join us on Thursday July 8th at Audi Downtown (328 Bayview Ave.) Lifford Wine Agency will host the 4th annual event with Harry Rosen as presenting sponsor.
It's a celebration of guys' stuff cleverly disguised as a sophisticated wine tasting.
The night will feature hot cars, boats, golf, fine wine, steaks, live entertainment, oysters, motorcyles, music, bbq, auctions and much, much more!
To order tickets visit www.LiffordBoysNightOut.com or call 416 440 4101
Congratulations to the winner of our Father's Day Contest!
Richard Hong, of Richmond Hill, shared this touching story with us about his father, to win a $1000 Harry Rosen gift card!
"My memories of Dad are like a rear-view mirror of life lessons and “what ifs?” of events that have come to shape my life as a husband and a good role model for my kids today. When I was young, my Dad and I never really got a chance to bond because of the difficult choices in their life – coming over as an immigrant with a wife and two children at twenty-one to Canada and looking to start a new life, there weren’t many opportunities to be the perfect Dad that many people will write about. After finding the financing to buy a restaurant in Northern Ontario, life became very routine for the next thirty years. Basically the restaurant was open eighteen hours a day and three-hundred and sixty three days a year. I wish I could say that I had a Dad that attended my parent-teachers’ interviews, sat in the bleachers to watch my hockey and basketball games or sat down with me after supper to help me with my homework (or my avoidance of homework). But that didn’t happen. Regardless of the excuses that my Dad had to tell me to ease the pain, I never really understood because everybody else’s Dads were in the stands except for mine.
Now, forty-five years later, my Dad is trying to relive the memories of “what could have been” by playing a part in the grandchildren’s lives as if he was twenty-one all over again. As well, my childhood bitterness has turned to regret; not regretting that they didn’t get to see me grow up but that regretting that I never understood why I never had a Dad in the “kid’s sense”.
With life maturity, comes an understanding of the sacrifices my Dad made to make sure we had enough money to pay the bills and put the boys through university. It’s a new understanding of the excuses my Dad had to make up to explain his absences from our events, to the sadness that I remembered in his eyes when he saw us coming back from the hockey arena with the other dads and kids. If only Dad knew it’s what he never got to do that had just as much impact on the “great Dad” I’ve become– never knowing that he unknowingly taught me tolerance, respect, understanding, patience and the importance of being a major influence in my kids lives today. Dad - It’s not about what you couldn’t do; it’s about what you wanted to do.
Now when I walk down Bay Street, wearing the nice banker’s uniform from Harry’s, I think about how to tackle the day’s problems and work crisis so that I can leave those behind at the end of the day; and become the Dad, my Dad always wanted to be."
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