Stop denim time

With all the denim that is out there we carry some of the best brands and types.

And with that it can get a little confusing so here are some of the hottest types and styles

that we here at leo Boutique carry.

Vintage/ripped:

If you love jeans that looked loved and comfy then this is a perfect type for you.

worn in denim that has a soft feel, it can have that grunge look but made to look

more modern, and they look great with pretty much anything. The brand of denim we carry with this style: AG Jeans.

Jeggings:

For those who don't know, "Jeggings" are a legging that is made to look like denim.

the amazing thing about this is that they are like the skinny jean style but you can have them skin tight with out it feeling stiff. the brands we carry of this style are: Citizens, AG and Rich and Skinny.

Denim Outfits:

Denim on denim has made a come back this year and with that denim will be seen a lot more in more form then just jeans. Denim vest's, skirts, button up shirts, Jackets, ect, are here in all different types of wash's and fades there a must for the spring summer season ahead! Brands we carry of the denim and denim fashion are: Nudie, Cheap Monday, DR. denim.

What you waiting for?

L.A.M.B. Spring 2010 Collection from Hala Alsalman on Vimeo.

L.A.M.B's new spring 2010 ready to wear collection is amazing!

Gwen Stefani has really outdone herself in this collection, it has a more mature vibe but at the same time still has that fun side that has made L.A.M.B as successful as it is. the draping and breezy-ness is what makes it perfect for the spring and no one does laid back cool like gwen.

complex times

                                  

PERPETUAL LEISURE from JASON LAST on Vimeo.

Its 2010 and big things are happening!

Here at leo the spring/summer collections are coming and they are going to be the must have for those sunny days and wild fun nights. Complexgeometries is one brand we are supper excited to be coming in, They are known for there amazing draping techniques as well as taking one basic solid shade or color and making a interesting piece of clothing out of it. Not only are there pieces interesting but they are so easy to wear, they are moveable and breezy. The spring/summer 2010 collection is to die for so when we get the selected pieces of the collection, we recommend coming down and getting your hands on some. And the amazing thing about Complexgeometries pieces is that it will be a piece that you will wear though out the seasons.

Tailer love

J.Lindeberg has some of the best fitted clothing, It was shocking to me to realize that the men's clothing wasn't women's only because its so hard to find a well fitted piece of clothing that you don't actually have to go and have altered for you!

J.Lindeberg style is classic but at the same time has a relaxed look, they make there looks modern but at the same time it reaches out to all types of people no matter what the item is your looking for. Also i love the fact that all there clothing is hand done and nothing is used with laser cutting! so its as if it was made with love and made for you.

Im obsessed with the tailer made suit jackets they fit so nice and make the body look flawless!

J.Lindeberg

Sock it to me

(Bill Gentle & fanny Bostrom)

Happy Socks has just recently collaborated with six artists to bring you some holiday cheer.

It may not feel like christmas is close BUT it is, here are the six artist's they collaborated with.

Artist's:

MAROK

CREAM

BILL AND FANNY

GIORGIO CAMUFFO

JAMES JARVIS

LISELOTTE WATKINS

The swedish brand is keeping it fresh and fun this christmas

so i would advise you to get your hands on some happy's (happy socks) ASAP.

Happy socks BLOG 

Happy socks SITE

Tankus

Different cuts, draping material, and great construction.

those are just somethings to rave about when it comes to kay lee Tankus.

Kay lee has four brands and has been working for them for 12 years. She is also one of the most sucessfull fashion designers that have come out of korea. which makes sense because her clothes are so amazing, i mean when you see her stuff you know it's her's. When it comes to how she goes about doing her collections she looks at what is void in the fashion market more then forcing a look on the market.

This season i am loving this collection of draping but still wearable anywhere, I also am obsessed with things that are long and alot of the collection is long past that waist type things (depending on your hight)

My love list: the blazers, the oversized jackets with the huge collars, the color is all very muted lots of black grey and white. Its almost feel's like this collection was made for me!

photographs courtesy of:

Kay Lee Tankus

House of MACKAGE

Mackage's new fall/winter collection 09 is dark,parisian with a hint of shine and furr.

Fist thing that came to mind seeing this collection was the movie the matrix mixed with 

structure and even a bit of Adam ant if he were to be blended with some classic twists.

A couple known facts about the brand, They are based in canada(montreal).

They are a family owned and run business.

Quality,vision, and fine detail is what keeps them fresh and new everytime.

Also they have been showing at NYC fashion week, L'Oreal fashion week, ect.

I personally am obsessed with dark and Avant-guard looks, this season is right up there for me when it comes to some jacket and pant must haves. 

FALL/WINTER COLLECTION 09

( its a bit long, but its damn worth the watch!!!)

I love mondays

The new Cheap Monday patch work jeans have arrived to leo!

The jeans have a nice tight fit, they have great patches and tears going down the leg but the best part is the back of the jeans. They have patches stacked on top of one another going down the butt and then to about mid thigh. Saying there wicked is kind of a understatement and the other thing i love about them is they will not be a re made jean there are made for this season, so when there gone there gone! So i advise people to get there hands on this statement piece.

More than meets the eye

the new collection named, Martin by Nice collective is there first ever tailored line of mens wear that was made by the miracle man himself Michael Martin.

I personally got to see and try on some of these pieces myself, And i literally fell in love with not just the amazing fit of the pieces but the hidden gems it has to offer! I am totally obsessed with anything with pockets but the button up i had put on had a magnetic pocket in the back of the top which is totally hidden to the untrained eye. From what i see and hear cuffing your sleeves is really big for fall, Personally i am always rolling up mine cause i don't like things going down my arm and usually rolling my sleeves but the problem is sometimes they roll down through out the day. The Martin button ups have a secret elastic that wraps around the buttons to actually hold up your sleeve so you don't have to worry if there going to fall down!

The material they use is called antimicrobial which basically kills any bacteria that is left from typically body oder, so its perfect for if you have to dress up or for everyday. There product is sharp, well fitted and something every man (or woman) should have in there closet! Cant stress enough how amazing this product is i think its the hidden magnetic pockets that really makes this a must have for me.

Now sold at Leo Boutique.

Martin's Autumn collection 09.

 

Chris Habana has arrived exlusively at Leo Boutique.
Here is a quick run down and bio about the desinger

"Chris Habana is serious about not taking things to seriously. The new work based jewelry line takes dark, gothic elements and twists them around to become iconic, pop talismans. Since the Line's debut in 2004, the desinger has maintained a playful yet subversive approach to jewelry design. This combination of light and dark separates Chris Habana from his contemporaries."

The line has a hard edge, with different shapes and points this is a collection 
that will make a statement in a good way. This collection is right up my alley and it is perfect for the fall and winter season.  Around this time is when a lot of clothing goes into that monochromatic color scheme of grey,black and white. And something like this will totally make a bland outfit POP!

pieces available at Leo:
cross frame necklace
single spike necklace
triangle rosary necklace
dark&light triangle necklace
dark&light cross necklace 

Photographs courtesy of Chris Habana

Blowing your Mind

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Something Fresh.

Something inspiring.

The blog will showcase what leo boutique 

is bringing to the table for calgary, New designers

well-known ones, and everything in-between.

What's different about leo is that they carry

the brands that really no one in calgary has, And

is an essential mix of Eclectic & mainstream.

This will be a weekly look into what is new and

 up and coming for leo as well as information on

the designers and there designs, reviewed through

the eyes of people who Live, Breath, Love  fashion.

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