Summer Dress

Taking a cue from The Sartorialist, I snapped this passer-by in a breezy summer dress. It takes a great deal of self-confidence to pull off this look and this has left me wondering whether the clothes make the person or vice-versa. How do you feel about your clothes? Does your wardrobe boost your confidence level or does your innate sense of self-worth shine through no matter what you're wearing? Do the clothes make you? The other way around? Or a little of both?

Simon Brand

After decades as a destination for budget-conscious fashionistas, Brands of Toronto is going out of business. I managed to snag a snazzy black pinstripe suit by Coppley at the closing sale today. Owner Simon Brand has been trying to find me the perfect suit for the last two years and, lucky me, he did so during his last week in business. I will miss his good-natured humour and generous nature.