Needs & Wants : Gram 380g Washed Navy Linen

 We all have that one item we always see whenever we walk into our favourite boutique, and every time you see it it's as if nothing else in the world at that very moment matters. Everything is slow mo, you block out all voices around you, your eyes begin to glisten in the light, the whole shabang. This is product is so dear to me I got to give it it's own spot for this edition of Needs & Wants.

This beautiful creature of a shoe is brought to you by the Gram, The name of the model is the Washed Navy Linen. What first caught my eye about this shoe was most definitely the pop of blue ( and we all know of my current craze with Blue ). Not only is the blue extremely rich but the washed linen texture gives it a touch of character and rugged appeal.

Gram  managed to embody a classic derby shoe construction and matched it with a sneaker like, lightweight, dura-lite outsole and rubber heel for upscale comfort. Gram has a wide variety of amazing pieces of footwear. These bad boys will surely be my next  pick up. If you are living in the Montreal area you will be able to pick these beauties up at the Alibi Boutique (506 Rachel E.)

P.S i had a female friend try these on and they look 200x better on females, believe me ladies. Women in menswear make our hearts flutter.

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Sta-Prest Pants

This Spring Levis brings back their 1964 Sta-Prest technology to offer bold,clean coloured trousers in the freshest new fits. The Sta-Prest Pant are designed to uphold a permanent crease even after going through the washing and drying processes. This is really how mixing old with the new is done right and made practical.

Polo Ralph Lauren Surf Print Polo

Last year I picked up THIS floral polo from Ralph Lauren, I fell in love with it the moment I spotted it on the rack. Guess what just last week I fell in love again, but this time it was over Tumblr. Polo has designed this gorgeous Americana Vintage - style surf print shirt. Nothing says summer more than surfers on your shirt, plus I'm a big print fanatic and Polo as always hit the nail right on the head with this one.

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Gretzky Jacket by Roots Canada

Yeaaaaa!! I'm about to let my Canadian boy side shine for a moment. For a good while now I have been searching for a varsity jacket that speaks at high volume. Instead of just being a plain varsity with leather sleeves, get something that just may leave an impression or even represent something you stand for. Whether its' a team or high school, in this case I got to represent for Canada. What way to better represent with a Gretzky Jacket. This jacket is designed and handcrafted here in Canada, it features great detailing such as exterior pockets with leather trimming, knit collar,cuffs, and waistband.

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Barker Black - Moxham Loafer

Aren't they a beauty? Why wouldn't you want a pair of these, you'd have to be somewhat insane to reject owning a pair. For all my summer time non sock wearing men out there this is the shoe that you will need on your team this up coming. Barker Black does not disappoint with the Burnt Acorn Calf Moxham Loafer, this is really a gentlemen's shoe at its best. Barker Black pride themselves for offering amazing quality construction, craftsman ship, and modern design with a bit of a rebellious touch. Skull and Crossbones is what represents Barker Black, how cool is that? They offer well made hand finished gentlemen products and to finish it off they must finish it off with their infamous skull and crossbones logo.

Retail: $775.00
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Lifetime Collective Swim Shorts

Pool season is upon us and I don't know about you but I have the hardest time looking for the right beach shorts. It gets to the point where I just avoid any bodies of water all summer. But these navy swim shorts are pretty dope plus the strip print on the back end are just the icing on the cake navy and prints. There is no losing involved here.

Retail : $69.99
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DSPTCH Camera Strap

Day in and day out what is it that I always have on me ? My camera. It really never leaves my side, unless if I'm pointing and shooting. But really my camera strap game can really use a major boosting and for all the other shooters out there with the same dilemma Dsptch has us covered. As you skim through their web space you can grasp that Dsptch draw inspiration from tactical and military fields. With that inspiration they provide their customers with practical, affordable, and everyday accessories.

Retail: $48.00
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Needs&Wants : The Blues

For the longest time I have always had something against the color blue and I just could never put my finger on it. Ever since I was a kid it really just never appealed to really. But since I picked up Mark Mcnairy X Keds , my outlook on the color has slowly begin to transition. However, I believe I will forever be against baby blue but all other tones of blue such as navy, royal, lapis, etc are all fine by me. 

I hope you all had a well enjoyed and rested Christmas with the ones you love and care for dearly. It's moments like those during the holidays that really show that you will always have those around to support and care for you under any conditions.

Needs&Wants : Custom New Balance US574

For a bit of time now I have been keeping my eyes open for picking up a pair of New Balance sneakers, but my particularity has always gotten the best of me. I'm somewhat picky when trying to pick up footwear and even though New Balance makes amazing sneakers I always find myself finding a flaw or sometimes making up a flaw whether its the colorway or minor details to why I should not purchase them ( crazy I know ).

One day I was just browsing through a few blogs here and there mindlessly and I came across something golden. New Balance is offering their customers now a chance to design their own sneaker from their  classic 574 model. I found this on Noah's blog ( which really is worth checking out ). So now I really have no choice but to go crazy and put something together.

(Photos Courtesy of Noah)

Design your own sneaker HERE