Francis: The 'Hugo Boss' Boss

Francis is the Hugo Boss Manager of a large men's retail store on Bloor.

Aman: Borrowed Style

Aman confessed that her chic dress shirt comes compliments of her boyfriend's closet.

From Sweden With Love: Louisa & Little Olivia

Originally from Sweden, Louisa blogs about her Toronto adventures on Loviza's.

Kristina & Jonathan: A Real Moment

Kristina and Jonathan passed me on Bloor precisely as you see them.

Audrey: Cool Street Style

Enrique Visiting from NYC

Helena: Bloor Shopping

Ami: Mirror Mirror

Miranda in Tevrow + Chase

Actor, Painter...ICON: Billy Dee Williams

When I was a kid, I not only idolized Billy Dee, I wanted to be the iconic actor.  His persona as a dashing casanova in films such as Lady Sing the Blues and Mahogany left an indelible impression on an adolescent like me.  Of course, his turn as the suave Lando Calrissian in the Star Wars franchise only sealed his iconic status.
 

This past weekend, Billy's talents as an 'abstract reality' painter were featured at Liss Gallery in Yorkville.  The event drew a large crowd who were treated to his inspirational paintings as well as his mellow readings of Brian Liss' poetry set to jazz music.  It was a perfect gathering to see an intimate and funny side of the multi-talented artist.

And yes, I did get to personally meet my favourite actor.  I'm still smiling from the experience.

Luisa Duran: Spring Begins!

It's what every street style blogger's been waiting for: Spring!  And it couldn't come sooner - looking for style in winter is a challenging and cold task.  I'm glad I can finally brighten up TorontoVerve with some spring colours.

Care to comment on what you thought of Toronto's winter style?

King of Kensington: Semi

Liza

Luisa Duran: Vintage Street Style

Ami in Vintage Blue

Michal: Morning in Kensington Market

Christina: Alley Catwalk

Leah: Winter 'Belle'

Leah's cool street style braves the cold outside Trinity Bellwoods Park.

Luisa Duran in Vintage Floral

Today, the Factory Collective is holding their "Pop-Up" Vintage Sale at 688 Richmond Street West (noon-6pm) and if you drop by early, you may be fortunate enough to snag everything you see on Luisa.

Luisa Duran is a freelance make-up artist who has worked with celebrities such as Nelly Furtado.  For more details, visit her website at www.luisaduran.ca.

Naro: Model Citizen

Naro's uniquely striking looks has graced my camera twice now and it comes as no surprised that she's a professional model.

Face Time with Meg

Christina: "Vintage Pop-Up" Woman

This coming Saturday, March 12th, the Factory Collective will be holding their "Vintage Pop-Up Sale" at 688 Richmond Street West (12pm to 6pm).  Christina's entire attire will be among the items for sale. Other vintage gems include Indian Paintbrush, Charmes d'une Fille, schon, Julianna Clarke and Swagger -- not to mention Fierce Deer jewelry and Baker and Pearl cupcakes.

For more information or to preview their line, join the Factory Collective Facebook page.

Andrew in Vintage Pendleton

Andrew is wearing a vintage Pendleton jacket with Philip Sparks boots.  His vintage store of choice is Vintage 69.

Ami: Shadowplay

Soon Ami will be launching an online vintage store with her fellow fashionistas, specializing in a wide variety of genres from the 60's & 70's -- including capes, coats, boots, summer dresses and mou mous.  A native Texan, she is very much influenced by vintage Western styles and native accessories.

During the next few weeks, we'll be featuring some of Ami's beautiful pieces that will be available on her Fashion Collective website.  And details will follow about an upcoming Fashion Collective sale in the Queen West area.

Kimberlee: On the Right Track

Hal: The 'Buckler' Stops Here

Hal stood out on King Street West wearing his fantastic Andrew Buckler coat and boots.

Rachel Takes Yorkville