Sometimes being in the 99 per cent is actually lucrative at least thats the case for womens fashion. Dominating global fashion weeks, youd think that all the worlds design talent spent their days draping the sculpted shoulders of glamazon female models. But our amazing Canadian menswear designers found a runway in 2010 that didnt relegate them to only the merest percentage of the show.
Founded by Jun Ramos, Mens Fashion Week Vancouver (Canadas only menswear event) is back August 8 and 10. And the co-owner of Ramos & Fortier, a line of mens accessories, isnt stopping there this third season brings a bigger venue and even brighter spotlight on the menswear scene, with a runway show starring the likes of Zuzana Hrubosovas unisex line, Nicole Guzzos rock n roll style and the sleek, classic suits of local menswear icon Steve Pelman (Samson Wardrobes).
Our aim is to put a spotlight on established and emerging Canadian menswear designers and be the bridge for international designers to break into the Canadian market, says Jun Ramos, Founder and Creative Director of Mens Fashion Week.
Ramos and MFW Vancouver will also officially launch Canadian menswear to the British and European markets at a media event in London next year.
The runway presentation, hosted by Krista Guloien and Natalie Langston, is Aug. 10 at the Woodwards Atrium; 7pm. Tix $29.95. All event details at MensFashionWeek.ca.
