Menswear designer, Christopher Bates has recently wrote and produced a short film in conjunction to celebrate his latest collection. The Canadian designer has become a friend over the last year and some of you will recall me writing about him in the past or remember his show during LG Fashion week a few years ago.
Bates’ latest project has him not only producing, writing and knowing Christopher, being a creative director for the his film titled Desperado; of which he also stars in! Bates wears pieces from his latest collection!
Written and Produced by Christopher Bates
Shot and Edited by Adam Zivojinovic
Music by Dax Hadrian
Starring Christopher Bates, Daniella Evangelista, Marta Marlos Cikojevic
Hair and Make-up by Mercedes Nucaro
Special Thanks to Murali Sundar, Lisa Bucher
Christopher Bates is available at GOTSTYLE and most recently, Homegrown Boutique in Yorkville.
Video Source: Christopher Bates
Event | GOTSTYLE Presents “A Red Light Affair”
Toronto’s leading menswear boutique, GOTSTYLE held a wonderful fashion show showcasing their new F/W collections.
The Amsterdam brewery played host to the trendy shop’s show, and what a show it was! Opened up by So You Think You Can Dance Canada host-turned-recording artist, Blake McGrath with breath taking acrobatics; it was evident the show was going to be major.
Filled with both men’s and women’s wear, which is NOT avaliable at GOTSTYLE, the female models put on quite the show and had a lot of fun entertaining the cheering crowd.
Showing major support for one of my favourite Canadian menswear designers, Christopher Bates, (Seen below), I was more than excited to learn that he was going to be there. Always good to see him and remember to check him out online or get a hold of me if you want to learn more.
Designer Feature | Christopher Bates
West Coast native Christopher Bates has planted roots in our wonderful city, to expand, broaden and reach the lives of trendy men in the city.
Opening his studio apartment to invited guests, we had the wonderful pleasure to see his detailing & creativity first hand. Displaying a mixture of previous season and current pieces, guests had the chance to try and purchase from the collections.
What marvels me about Christopher is his attention to detail, and we see this through his lining in outerwear, “razor blade” finishes on shirt cuffs and supple suede and coated leather jackets. Tailoring to a man’s body, Christopher’s influence and experience in Europe reflect that in his designs with slim and well tailored looks.
I’m so glad to be working with Christopher and I will keep you updated with his work and future endeavors! Keep reading Fashionights. To learn more about Christopher Bates, visit his website.
Not to be Missed | Christopher Bates Studio & Open House
Fashionights is proud and honoured to let you know that you’re all invited to view & shop Christopher Bates’ Studio Sale & open house. Four days only: September 16-19 from 10-6 at ULTRA Global Headquaters at 169 John St.
“Trained in Milan at legendary Istituto Marangoni, Christopher Bates is an intrepid designer on the verge of achieving a meteoric rise in the fashion industry. His eponymous menswear line; Christopher Bates is gaining serious traction with buyers, media, consumers, stylists, celebrities and the fashion industry.”
For the first time ever in Toronto, Bates is setting up shop here and I’m super excited to see his designs up close and personal! What’s better is that you all have the opportunity to shop new inventory, samples and prototypes that Bates has been working on. Remember to RSVP and tell him Fashionights sent you! I’ll be heading over on Sunday, maybe I’ll see some of you there?
