#WMCFW Roundup: THE BRUNETTES Reflect on Their Favourite Trends from the Spring 2014 Shows

Sleek silhouettes and neutral hues ruled the runway during World MasterCard Fashion Week. While some designers opted for tropical prints and vivid pops of colour, the majority of presenters showcased pieces in a neutral palette of black, white, taupe and cool blue. 

Whether highlighting impeccable tailoring techniques or the season's athletic inspiration, veteran labels like Pink Tartan and Joe Fresh stayed true to their effortlessly sophisticated aesthetic while up-and-comers like TRAVIS TADDEO and Axel Kholer brought some youthful edge to the runway stage. 

Other notable presentations included a retro resort wear line from Maison Matthew Gallagher, a kaleidoscopic menswear and tech accessory collection from Bustle, and a line of sustainable pieces from Laura Siegel.

Marking the end of another successful style season, World MasterCard Fashion Week's Spring 2014 presentations are remarkable proof of Toronto's emerging and established designer talent. 

Authored by Jana Pijak

Images from the World MasterCard Fashion Week website

Bond-Inspired Elegance: Sharp Sophistication at Christopher Bates Fall 2013

Impeccably tailored garments and a mix of luxurious textures took to the stage at the Christopher Bates Fall 2013 runway presentation at World MasterCard Fashion Week. The designer's latest line of menswear proved to be classically elegant thanks to its European aesthetic. From streamlined silhouettes to Bates' modernized reinterpretations of retro fashions like suspenders and high-waisted trousers, this collection makes for a seamless transition from day to evening.

Models walked the runway in debonair ensembles that were reminiscent of those worn by 007 agent James Bond or by a character out of a bestseller by Bret Easton Ellis, the designer's favourite author. A wide range of the designer's sophisticated staples varied from prim work attire to hunter-inspired outerwear that gained praise from an audience of onlookers. Shining a light on crisp fabrics and incredibly cut collared shirts, the Christopher Bates Fall 2013 collection proved to be a bold and luxurious choice for the style setter with a keen eye for quality. 

Before seeing the latest from Christopher Bates hit the World MasterCard Fashion Week runway stage, THE BRUNETTES caught up with the designer earlier that week and posed with some of his models after his show. 

Authored by Jana Pijak

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