#thefdrive

Boxfresh is one of the best-loved street-wear brands from over the pond and staple to the shoe-game of the freshest fellows in Canada. The brand has transfused young, creative style enthusiasts with their innovative passion for design and street culture. Keeping on the pulse has allowed Boxfresh to continue to be a trendsetter and creator for the urban and the original.

This year, the brand is celebrating its 25th anniversary and in honour of their quarter of a century mark, Boxfresh has released their freshest collection of men’s footwear for SS14. Sure to give sneaker aficionados a kick-start to spring, the line includes two limited edition shoes featuring the new #Katashi sole.

With the ‘always fresh’ reputation of creating innovative, sports-luxe styles, the Boxfresh Katashi sole is made from rubber, making it a tough and hardwearing shoe with genuinely cool style and design to boot.

So lace up your kicks and hit the nearest Browns to snag up your limited edition #Katashi collection. And go ahead, buy both styles. We won’t judge.

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Last week we jetted off to Los Angeles, and dropped in on celeb-fav Fidelity Denim.

Seen on the likes of Jessica Alba, Eva Mendes, Khloe Kardashian, and Emma Roberts, it’s no secret why these women love the Canadian-born luxury brand.

Each pair of Fidelitys are made by artisans in LA, so we decided to take a visit to the factory to find out exactly how our jeans go from sketches to the rack.

Creative Director Jason Trotzuk gave us a behind-the-scenes look as to how he designs the perfect pair of jeans. 

Every stitch, tear and wash is thoughtfully fabricated. Super-soft, Fidelitys are made of Italian denim, passing through over 20 pairs of artisan hands for expert finishing, a tailored fit and high-end touch.

Stretched and shaped to fit your body like a glove, brand new Fidelitys are comfier than your favourite pair of worn-in jeans (and even possibly pajamas!).

It’s all about the details: large-scale embroidery machines sew dozens of back pockets in unison. 

With a style and flattering fit for every body type, Fidelitys are a wardrobe staple. We are officially #DevotedToDenim. 

Attracting artists and entrepreneurs, The Junction is one of the hottest neighbourhoods in Toronto. It features rich history, an abundance of culture and a booming real estate market, igniting buzz-worthy bidding wars. Whether you want to shop for hand-crafted finds, relax with a novel and delicious cappuccino or mix-and-mingle over mimosas, we found the top 5 neighbourhood hot spots for you to enjoy.

Mjölk

Representing artists and artisans from Scandinavia and Japan, Mjölk (Milk) is a must-see design and lifestyle shop in one of the Junction’s white Victorian buildings. Owners John Baker and Juli Daoust hand select every product, from minimalistic furniture pieces to tea sets made by famous ceramicists. At Faulhaber, we particularly love the work of Japanese designer, Naoto Fukasawa. Pieces like his Hiroshima lounge chair are available at the shop. Next time you’re in The Junction, stop in for some design inspiration at 2959 Dundas Street West.

Junction Farmers Market

Who doesn’t love local, fresh food? The Junction Farmers Market is a Faulhaber favourite, providing neighbourhood residents with a welcoming atmosphere and an abundance of healthy food choices from May to November. The space aims to increase awareness of the importance of sustainable farming and build relationships between the community and local farmers. Whether you’re looking for organic poultry, vibrant vegetables or to pick a warm loaf of artisan bread, the Junction Farmers Market is your go-to spot.

DUKE Condos

If you really want to immerse into Junction life, stop by the DUKE Condos sales centre, designed by Junction-based interior design firm, Mason Studio. Slated for occupancy in November 2015, award-winning developer, TAS, welcomes an eco-chic mid-rise condo complex boasting with the same sense of community as your local corner café. If you want a home with a modern sensibility in a retro neighbourhood, DUKE is for you. With a green roof and terraces lined with harvest planters, this condo combines beautiful design with environmental sustainability.

The Good Neighbour

Curl up with a good book, catch up with old friends or submerge into some creative writing at The Good Neighbour espresso bar. From the exposed brick, to the soft music, to the delicious specialty coffees – this café is definitely one of Faulhaber’s favourites. Open daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., it’s located at 238 Annette Street.

Farmhouse Tavern

Toronto Life dubbed Farmhouse Tavern one of Toronto’s best brunch spots, and we couldn’t agree more. With a rustic, casual atmosphere, farmhouse hospitality and mouthwatering dishes, Sunday-morning reservations are almost always filled. Unconventional brunch dishes include the Ploughwan’s Platter (pictured below), Smoked Chicken Crepe, Barnyard Burger and more. Farmhouse Tavern is a Junction neighbourhood staple that won’t disappoint!

Situated in the historic Montreal Old Port in an original 1880 building, Dermalogica® à Montréal is now open to the public! Offering the most advanced curriculum in the professional skin care industry, Dermalogica®à Montréal is Canada's very first immersive learning centre.

The antique, 1,500 square foot location includes a classroom, treatment room and retail space. It truly reflects a Montreal loft with architectural features like original beams, stone work and visible piping still embedded with the space. The stellar design and iconic Old Montreal feel is also reflected throughout the space with various furniture pieces. The feature table in the main retail space was created using a vintage car and functions as a training post for Dermalogica®'s theory classes. An iconic Dear Ingo Moooi lamp hangs above the main desk, echoing the lamps used by skin therapists during their treatments. Sleek edges and muted colour tones embody the sophisticated feel of Dermalogica®’s newest location.

As well as admiring the aesthetics of the impressive retail space, clients and consumers can explore Dermalogica®’s core concepts in the state-of-the-art facility. It features a Face Mapping® Skin Analysis zone, two MicroZone™ areas and a treatment room, as well as a a complete display of Dermalogica® products available for purchase.