"My style is hobo-chic. It's just things thrown together -- androgynous. Alexa Chung inspires me. She's carefree and has that London street-style I like."
Statcounter
Wednesday, February 5, 2014
Jillian: Hobo-Chic
"My style is hobo-chic. It's just things thrown together -- androgynous. Alexa Chung inspires me. She's carefree and has that London street-style I like."
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
Brooke
Brooke: "My style can be a little bit granny, futuristic, preppy or kinda like a bum."
TorontoVerve: "Are you all excited about 2014?
Brooke: "Yes, it's a fresh start. I have a completely blank slate now."
Monday, February 3, 2014
Mark
"My style is urban comfortable. My friend Justin inspires me -- he looks like a lumber jack."
Mark was visiting from Ottawa and was partying with friends during Christmas break.
"This is my tote of booze for the holidays. I've been carrying it around from party to party. It's slowly becoming depleted and a little lighter to carry. It's coming back with me to Ottawa for New Years."
Friday, January 24, 2014
Shooting the Breeze with Global News' Weather Specialist Michelle Jobin
Who knew not long after our interview with Global TV’s weather specialist Michelle Jobin that Toronto would be hit by a devastating ice storm? Well, probably Michelle Jobin.
The Toronto native has been forecasting weather for over 8 years -- first with the Weather Network, then Global News Calgary and finally Global News Toronto.
As a street style photographer, the record low temperatures have confined me indoors. What can I say? I’m not a fan of brisk weather and neither is Jobin, who confesses that winter is her least favourite season. Despite these hard cold facts, we braved the frigid air for our shoot on top of the Wallace Avenue Pedestrian Bridge.
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TorontoVerve: So tell us about your childhood. What type of kid were you?
Michelle Jobin: I was a very active, expressive, excited and talkative child. I was very curious, always on the go and a major ham. The funny thing is that both of my parents, who are relatively introverted people, were shocked that I went into theatre school and television. I was the one who commandeered the mic from the MC at my uncle’s wedding when I was nine. I would do the same at my dad’s work Christmas party. What I do today is kinda a natural progression from that. I like the spotlight, I like expressing myself, I like communicating and I always have something to say.
TV: When did you first know that you wanted to be a weather specialist?
MJ: Well, I went to school for theatre and film. I was working as an actor for a while -- which, for many actors, means doing a lot of bartending (laughs). I didn’t really feel intellectually stimulated by what I was doing in the industry so I decided to go back to school. I knew I didn’t want to sit at a desk all day. I asked myself what do I love about being an actor and I love the storytelling aspect of it. Well, journalism does that as well. So I went back to school for broadcast journalism and my focus at first was lifestyle entertainment and news. And then I ended up working at the Weather Network. The thing about weather that I really like is that it’s stuff that people can use everyday. It affects everything that we do in this country especially because we get extremes of it. Unlike an anchor, when you do the weather, you don’t read from a teleprompter. You’re up there and you’re live and anything can happen for three minutes. You need to know the story and then tell the audience in a way that’s informative and hopefully entertaining. So I think my background in theatre helped me because you fly without a net in live theatre and you also fly without a net in live television -- especially when you have nothing to read.
TV: How difficult was if for you in the beginning working with a green screen when doing your weather forecast?
MJ: The green screen was difficult at first. It requires a lot of more coordination than people think because you’re working with a mirror image when you’re looking at yourself in the monitor. Also, in my first ever national forecast, the entire system crashed in the control room and I lost all my maps, but I didn’t completely tank because I knew the story. I knew what the forecast was and I just stood there and said ‘I’m going to tell you what’s happening coast to coast for the next few days.’ It was nerve-racking at first, but it was a blessing in disguise because it took away whatever fear I had for live television.
TV: A lot of weather specialists use advanced technology when reporting the weather. How much of a tech nerd are you in your personal life?
MJ: I’m pretty tech geeky. I like gadgets. I love my iPhone and iPad. And because my husband is a photographer, I definitely have an appreciation for cameras. I’m also addicted to my Nike Fuel band. I wear it on air quite often accidentally (laughs). And I would be lost without social media too.
TV: What’s your favourite app?
MJ: Oh Instagram, for sure. I’ve been using Instagram since 2010 and it was immediately addictive. Twitter is a close second because I have a lot to say, but I love the visual aspect of Instagram.
TV: I follow you on Twitter and a significant amount of your tweets are weather-related. How often does weather come up for you in social situations?
MJ: Not as much. I tweet about weather because a lot of that is my job and many people want to have a conversation with me about it. It comes up a lot in social situations more when people find out what I do because I think all Canadians are fascinated about the weather. The other thing is everyone wants to know about the green screen thing and what it’s like to work with it. It’s interesting when I talk to people and they tell me what’s happening in the weather because they forget what I do for a living (laughs).
TV: In the past few decades we’ve seen extreme weather and sea level changes caused by global warming. Incredibly, it recently snowed in Cairo. What do you say to those critics who still deny that humans have anything to do with climate change?
MJ: My personal feeling is that we do. I think we’ve seen obvious effects in terms of the footprint that we’ve left on the Earth in general. The other thing I like to think about is the atmosphere is bigger, stronger and more mysterious than us. We’ve seen all these shifts and changes over thousands of years in terms of ice ages, so I do believe we’re affecting things and I think we all have to take steps to reduce our carbon footprint. But I also think that we’ve seen many instances where we’ve been reminded of the power of Mother Nature how it’s stronger than us. I have lots of colleagues who are in different camps [on the subject]. I feel it’s a little bit of both. The other thing I have to say is that there are great shifts in weather. Anomalies -- like the snow in Cairo -- can happen without us being responsible.
TV: The television industry is arguably consumed with looks and beauty. How do you deal with the pressures of keeping up your appearance?
MJ: It’s hard and it’s something that I’ve thought about a lot because I work in an industry that is very much about the visual. So there can be a lot of pressure. Especially with social media being what it is - everybody is a critic now. I feel that we live in a world where both men and women feel that they have to live up to unrealistic and unhealthy expectations. So I try to cut through all that and focus on being happy. I think we should all be kind to ourselves. And by that I mean literally say nice things to myself. Sometimes I can be my own worst critic, but a very wise person, my husband, once told me to “look at myself with softer eyes” – which really hit home.
TV: How do you stay healthy?
MJ: One of my biggest passions is fitness, which is a good counter-balance to my passion for food. I started running in grade school and I still do. I’m almost a certified pilates instructor. I also do yoga, cross-fit, high-intensity training and the variety of that contributes to my overall health. It’s also really good to take a rest day as well. About 5 years ago, I started snowboarding as a way to learn to love winter and stay active because I naturally don’t love winter. I’m a summer person big time.
TV: How much control do you have over what you wear on air?
MJ: I have a good amount of control. Certainly there are standards that you have to adhere to. Because I’m in front of a green screen I can’t wear green, turquoise or even some yellows -- otherwise I’ll have the map where my outfit is. Also, I can’t wear patterns because they vibrant in front of the screen. I like where I work...I like the people and the company I work for so you want to make sure that you’re adhering to the image that they want to present, but at the same time I kinda have to be me. I’m not a big business suit person. I’m sure if someone got me a wonderful Gucci or Prada suit, I might feel differently, but I like to mix things up. it’s more modern now in my industry -- people are more themselves. I like being more fashion forward -- more youthful and a little bit more myself.
TV: What’s the difference between your on-air style and your off-air style?
MJ: The best way that I can describe my personal style is dynamic and I mean that in two ways. Because I’m so active, I like clothing that allows me to move. A lot of times I wear clothing on the stretchier side and that reflects my lifestyle. I also mean dynamic because I’m also pretty changeable from season to season. On air, I like to think I’m not corporate looking, but I have to lean a little bit more that way for sure.
TV: Who are your fashion influences?
MJ: I’m inspired by music, street fashion, film and my friends. I appreciate the art of fashion and personal style, but I find more and more that I get turned off by fashion being tied to wealth and status. Fashion is a feeling...an attitude, but it isn’t a dollar sign. Sometimes I visit sites like Sea of Shoes, Song of Style, and Refinery 29 for inspiration. It’s important to have fun with fashion and not take things too seriously.
TV: Where do you like to shop for clothing?
MJ: Everywhere! I love shopping when I travel the most because it’s the easiest way to find unique styles. When I was in Taiwan, I had a lot of fun shopping at night markets. In Toronto, I love to support local as much as I possibly can. Fortnight Lingerie, for instance, is an amazing Toronto label. Even if the designer wasn’t a friend of mine, I’d still be buying their stuff because the fit and design is next level and worth the splurge. I really like mixing quality long-lasting pieces with fast fashion. I’ve recently become an ambassador for Montreal-based label Lole. Their clothes have the right balance of form and function, and I like their philosophy: “Buy less, but buy better quality.”
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TV: You covered news at TIFF and hosted shows such as Toronto Dining, Dream Car Garage and now you’re a weather specialist. What other areas in media are you interested in exploring?
MJ: My first love was really lifestyle television and sometimes it doesn’t get the best rap. When I did Toronto Dining and Toronto Living I got to uncover all the hidden gems of Toronto -- whether it’s food or fashion. That was the most rewarding part of my career -- making that connection with good, hard working people. I’d like to go back to something like that. I’ve covered TIFF 3 times and really enjoyed that because I’m a film nerd so I’d love to explore that again as well. Travel is the next frontier. If there’s anybody whose job I would really want it’s Anthony Bourdain’s. He gets to be himself, he gets to travel and he gets to eat great food. He’s really uncovering how food fits into the greater social, political and economical construct of all the places he visits.
TV: Are you ever going to get the acting bug again?
MJ: It happens every once in a while. There’s nothing that can replicate the feeling of being live on stage -- even live television is not the same. When you walk out onto a stage, you can feel the audience. There’s something that is palpable in terms of the mood -- if they’re with you or if they’re not, and that struggle and interplay of winning them over. It’s like a drug.
The Toronto native has been forecasting weather for over 8 years -- first with the Weather Network, then Global News Calgary and finally Global News Toronto.
As a street style photographer, the record low temperatures have confined me indoors. What can I say? I’m not a fan of brisk weather and neither is Jobin, who confesses that winter is her least favourite season. Despite these hard cold facts, we braved the frigid air for our shoot on top of the Wallace Avenue Pedestrian Bridge.
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TorontoVerve: So tell us about your childhood. What type of kid were you?
Michelle Jobin: I was a very active, expressive, excited and talkative child. I was very curious, always on the go and a major ham. The funny thing is that both of my parents, who are relatively introverted people, were shocked that I went into theatre school and television. I was the one who commandeered the mic from the MC at my uncle’s wedding when I was nine. I would do the same at my dad’s work Christmas party. What I do today is kinda a natural progression from that. I like the spotlight, I like expressing myself, I like communicating and I always have something to say.
TV: When did you first know that you wanted to be a weather specialist?
MJ: Well, I went to school for theatre and film. I was working as an actor for a while -- which, for many actors, means doing a lot of bartending (laughs). I didn’t really feel intellectually stimulated by what I was doing in the industry so I decided to go back to school. I knew I didn’t want to sit at a desk all day. I asked myself what do I love about being an actor and I love the storytelling aspect of it. Well, journalism does that as well. So I went back to school for broadcast journalism and my focus at first was lifestyle entertainment and news. And then I ended up working at the Weather Network. The thing about weather that I really like is that it’s stuff that people can use everyday. It affects everything that we do in this country especially because we get extremes of it. Unlike an anchor, when you do the weather, you don’t read from a teleprompter. You’re up there and you’re live and anything can happen for three minutes. You need to know the story and then tell the audience in a way that’s informative and hopefully entertaining. So I think my background in theatre helped me because you fly without a net in live theatre and you also fly without a net in live television -- especially when you have nothing to read.
TV: How difficult was if for you in the beginning working with a green screen when doing your weather forecast?
MJ: The green screen was difficult at first. It requires a lot of more coordination than people think because you’re working with a mirror image when you’re looking at yourself in the monitor. Also, in my first ever national forecast, the entire system crashed in the control room and I lost all my maps, but I didn’t completely tank because I knew the story. I knew what the forecast was and I just stood there and said ‘I’m going to tell you what’s happening coast to coast for the next few days.’ It was nerve-racking at first, but it was a blessing in disguise because it took away whatever fear I had for live television.
TV: A lot of weather specialists use advanced technology when reporting the weather. How much of a tech nerd are you in your personal life?
MJ: I’m pretty tech geeky. I like gadgets. I love my iPhone and iPad. And because my husband is a photographer, I definitely have an appreciation for cameras. I’m also addicted to my Nike Fuel band. I wear it on air quite often accidentally (laughs). And I would be lost without social media too.
TV: What’s your favourite app?
MJ: Oh Instagram, for sure. I’ve been using Instagram since 2010 and it was immediately addictive. Twitter is a close second because I have a lot to say, but I love the visual aspect of Instagram.
TV: I follow you on Twitter and a significant amount of your tweets are weather-related. How often does weather come up for you in social situations?
MJ: Not as much. I tweet about weather because a lot of that is my job and many people want to have a conversation with me about it. It comes up a lot in social situations more when people find out what I do because I think all Canadians are fascinated about the weather. The other thing is everyone wants to know about the green screen thing and what it’s like to work with it. It’s interesting when I talk to people and they tell me what’s happening in the weather because they forget what I do for a living (laughs).
TV: In the past few decades we’ve seen extreme weather and sea level changes caused by global warming. Incredibly, it recently snowed in Cairo. What do you say to those critics who still deny that humans have anything to do with climate change?
MJ: My personal feeling is that we do. I think we’ve seen obvious effects in terms of the footprint that we’ve left on the Earth in general. The other thing I like to think about is the atmosphere is bigger, stronger and more mysterious than us. We’ve seen all these shifts and changes over thousands of years in terms of ice ages, so I do believe we’re affecting things and I think we all have to take steps to reduce our carbon footprint. But I also think that we’ve seen many instances where we’ve been reminded of the power of Mother Nature how it’s stronger than us. I have lots of colleagues who are in different camps [on the subject]. I feel it’s a little bit of both. The other thing I have to say is that there are great shifts in weather. Anomalies -- like the snow in Cairo -- can happen without us being responsible.
TV: The television industry is arguably consumed with looks and beauty. How do you deal with the pressures of keeping up your appearance?
MJ: It’s hard and it’s something that I’ve thought about a lot because I work in an industry that is very much about the visual. So there can be a lot of pressure. Especially with social media being what it is - everybody is a critic now. I feel that we live in a world where both men and women feel that they have to live up to unrealistic and unhealthy expectations. So I try to cut through all that and focus on being happy. I think we should all be kind to ourselves. And by that I mean literally say nice things to myself. Sometimes I can be my own worst critic, but a very wise person, my husband, once told me to “look at myself with softer eyes” – which really hit home.
TV: How do you stay healthy?
MJ: One of my biggest passions is fitness, which is a good counter-balance to my passion for food. I started running in grade school and I still do. I’m almost a certified pilates instructor. I also do yoga, cross-fit, high-intensity training and the variety of that contributes to my overall health. It’s also really good to take a rest day as well. About 5 years ago, I started snowboarding as a way to learn to love winter and stay active because I naturally don’t love winter. I’m a summer person big time.
TV: How much control do you have over what you wear on air?
MJ: I have a good amount of control. Certainly there are standards that you have to adhere to. Because I’m in front of a green screen I can’t wear green, turquoise or even some yellows -- otherwise I’ll have the map where my outfit is. Also, I can’t wear patterns because they vibrant in front of the screen. I like where I work...I like the people and the company I work for so you want to make sure that you’re adhering to the image that they want to present, but at the same time I kinda have to be me. I’m not a big business suit person. I’m sure if someone got me a wonderful Gucci or Prada suit, I might feel differently, but I like to mix things up. it’s more modern now in my industry -- people are more themselves. I like being more fashion forward -- more youthful and a little bit more myself.
TV: What’s the difference between your on-air style and your off-air style?
MJ: The best way that I can describe my personal style is dynamic and I mean that in two ways. Because I’m so active, I like clothing that allows me to move. A lot of times I wear clothing on the stretchier side and that reflects my lifestyle. I also mean dynamic because I’m also pretty changeable from season to season. On air, I like to think I’m not corporate looking, but I have to lean a little bit more that way for sure.
TV: Who are your fashion influences?
MJ: I’m inspired by music, street fashion, film and my friends. I appreciate the art of fashion and personal style, but I find more and more that I get turned off by fashion being tied to wealth and status. Fashion is a feeling...an attitude, but it isn’t a dollar sign. Sometimes I visit sites like Sea of Shoes, Song of Style, and Refinery 29 for inspiration. It’s important to have fun with fashion and not take things too seriously.
TV: Where do you like to shop for clothing?
MJ: Everywhere! I love shopping when I travel the most because it’s the easiest way to find unique styles. When I was in Taiwan, I had a lot of fun shopping at night markets. In Toronto, I love to support local as much as I possibly can. Fortnight Lingerie, for instance, is an amazing Toronto label. Even if the designer wasn’t a friend of mine, I’d still be buying their stuff because the fit and design is next level and worth the splurge. I really like mixing quality long-lasting pieces with fast fashion. I’ve recently become an ambassador for Montreal-based label Lole. Their clothes have the right balance of form and function, and I like their philosophy: “Buy less, but buy better quality.”
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TV: You covered news at TIFF and hosted shows such as Toronto Dining, Dream Car Garage and now you’re a weather specialist. What other areas in media are you interested in exploring?
MJ: My first love was really lifestyle television and sometimes it doesn’t get the best rap. When I did Toronto Dining and Toronto Living I got to uncover all the hidden gems of Toronto -- whether it’s food or fashion. That was the most rewarding part of my career -- making that connection with good, hard working people. I’d like to go back to something like that. I’ve covered TIFF 3 times and really enjoyed that because I’m a film nerd so I’d love to explore that again as well. Travel is the next frontier. If there’s anybody whose job I would really want it’s Anthony Bourdain’s. He gets to be himself, he gets to travel and he gets to eat great food. He’s really uncovering how food fits into the greater social, political and economical construct of all the places he visits.
TV: Are you ever going to get the acting bug again?
MJ: It happens every once in a while. There’s nothing that can replicate the feeling of being live on stage -- even live television is not the same. When you walk out onto a stage, you can feel the audience. There’s something that is palpable in terms of the mood -- if they’re with you or if they’re not, and that struggle and interplay of winning them over. It’s like a drug.
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
2013 Street Style Video Wrap-Up!
It's been an awesome year! In addition to shooting street style in the city, I had a great opportunity to capture street fashion in Paris, Amsterdam and Stockholm. I'm really looking forward to seeing what 2014 will bring.
Many thanks to everyone who appeared on my blog. It wouldn't be possible without you.
Have a Safe and Happy New Year, everyone!
Nigel Hamid
Editor & Photographer
TorontoVerve Street Style
Click "PLAY" below to watch 2013's Street Style Video Wrap-Up set to Electric Light Orchestra's 10538 Overture.
Click here to see 2013 in HD.
Check out previous years' street style wrap-ups!
Many thanks to everyone who appeared on my blog. It wouldn't be possible without you.
Have a Safe and Happy New Year, everyone!
Nigel Hamid
Editor & Photographer
TorontoVerve Street Style
Click "PLAY" below to watch 2013's Street Style Video Wrap-Up set to Electric Light Orchestra's 10538 Overture.
Click here to see 2013 in HD.
Check out previous years' street style wrap-ups!
Monday, December 30, 2013
Maddie & Oona
Maddie (left): "My style is Courtney Love (lead singer of Hole) revamped in 2013. I love offending people with my clothing and Courtney's so offensive with everything she does -- it makes people feel uncomfortable and that's great."
TorontoVerve: "And what is it about people's discomfort that attracts you?"
Maddie: "It makes you feel more like an outsider and I love that feeling."
Oona (right): "My style is different everyday. My grandmother inspires me. She keeps it real. She doesn't care what she looks like."
TorontoVerve: "What do you love the most about 2013?"
Maddie: "Well, I truly love this girl right here…"
Oona: "We met this year."
Maddie: "We met at Nuit Blanche at Dundas Square. We talked about f**king the system and we had an instant connection."
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Dahae
"I loved 2013. I got a lot of things done. My New Year's resolution is keeping my cat's litter box clean."
Dahae is an artist and describes her work as fine art.
"It's not your traditional portraiture. There's a lot of abstraction, but you can still see figures. I try to capture people's souls in my paintings."
Check out Dahae's abstract art on her Facebook.
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Katie: The Mod with the Dragon Tattoo
"People tell me that I have a Girl with the Dragon Tattoo look, but I have more of a mod-leaning. So I'm the Mod with the Dragon Tattoo -- although I have no tattoos. I often emulate men's style. I have a very boyish body so I can do that. I love David Bowie and guys who have that audacity from the 70s. Bowie's thin white duke look inspires me. His dapperness is dishevelled but put together at the same time."
This is Katie's second appearance on TorontoVerve. Her cool boyish street style was first featured 2 years ago.
Wednesday, December 25, 2013
Friday, December 13, 2013
Actress Alyssa Capriotti's SOLO Mission
Actress Alyssa Capriotti has been a huge horror fan since she was a kid so it makes perfect sense that she's starring in one.
Next Spring, she'll appear as a camp counsellor in Solo - the feature film debut of Degrassi's Annie Clark, who plays a young girl terrorized by a stranger on a remote island. The movie recently screened to a packed house at the Toronto After Dark Film Festival.
TorontoVerve met with Capriotti in the Annex to shoot street style and talk about her new success.
"It's really exciting to be in a horror movie," she says, "I remember my mom catching me watching Nightmare on Elm Street alone in the basement when I was 7 years old. She yelled, 'what are you watching?!'"
Capriotti has much to be excited about. Her next movie is a romantic comedy called Dirty Singles. "It's about a small community of couples -- their break ups and new relationships. I play a waitress who gets involved with a married man who's going through some complicated stuff."
Capriotti, whose background is Trinidadian and Italian, was quite animated talking about her film projects. One can easily see that she's living her childhood dream and to her credit, she's got a back-up plan. The young actress is also serious about education and is presently majoring in psychology at Ryerson University. "Acting may be my passion, but getting my undergraduate degree is also very important to me."
If Capriotti's optimism is any indication, 2014 will no doubt be a banner year for her.
Next Spring, she'll appear as a camp counsellor in Solo - the feature film debut of Degrassi's Annie Clark, who plays a young girl terrorized by a stranger on a remote island. The movie recently screened to a packed house at the Toronto After Dark Film Festival.
TorontoVerve met with Capriotti in the Annex to shoot street style and talk about her new success.
"It's really exciting to be in a horror movie," she says, "I remember my mom catching me watching Nightmare on Elm Street alone in the basement when I was 7 years old. She yelled, 'what are you watching?!'"
Capriotti has much to be excited about. Her next movie is a romantic comedy called Dirty Singles. "It's about a small community of couples -- their break ups and new relationships. I play a waitress who gets involved with a married man who's going through some complicated stuff."
Capriotti, whose background is Trinidadian and Italian, was quite animated talking about her film projects. One can easily see that she's living her childhood dream and to her credit, she's got a back-up plan. The young actress is also serious about education and is presently majoring in psychology at Ryerson University. "Acting may be my passion, but getting my undergraduate degree is also very important to me."
If Capriotti's optimism is any indication, 2014 will no doubt be a banner year for her.
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
TorontoVerve Turns 4 Years Old!
After 4 years of shooting street style, I thought I would step in front of the camera for our 4th anniversary post.
My name is Nigel and I'm the editor and photographer of TorontoVerve.
When I first began my quest for inspiring street style, I didn't think it would last 4 days -- let alone 4 years. I was terrified to approach people I didn't know and must admit that the thought of rejection was somewhat intimidating. So what possessed me to embark on this creative journey? When I have a definitive answer, I'll let you know.
So what's next for TorontoVerve? Well, in the spirit of blogs like Humans of New York and Toronto, I'd like to share more about my street style subjects beyond merely their fashion sense. Hopefully, these stories and photos will connect with people both on a style and personal level.
What do you think?
Finally, I want to give a big thanks to all my loyal and new followers.
If it wasn't for your love of Toronto street style, I probably would have given this up a long time ago.
Sincerely,
- Nigel.
* Photos of me taken by Dorothy van Grootheest
My name is Nigel and I'm the editor and photographer of TorontoVerve.
When I first began my quest for inspiring street style, I didn't think it would last 4 days -- let alone 4 years. I was terrified to approach people I didn't know and must admit that the thought of rejection was somewhat intimidating. So what possessed me to embark on this creative journey? When I have a definitive answer, I'll let you know.
Fortunately, I meet a lot of friendly people in the city. I love the experience of creating a photo with someone -- even if it's just for a minute. And for my more in-depth interviews, I always strive to tell peoples' stories unlike they've been told before.
It's been a great 4 years. I've met a lot of interesting people, forged new friendships and developed a greater appreciation for this wonderful city. This past summer, I was excited to also have the opportunity to shoot street style in Europe. The entire experience has certainly been fulfilling.
So what's next for TorontoVerve? Well, in the spirit of blogs like Humans of New York and Toronto, I'd like to share more about my street style subjects beyond merely their fashion sense. Hopefully, these stories and photos will connect with people both on a style and personal level.
What do you think?
Finally, I want to give a big thanks to all my loyal and new followers.
If it wasn't for your love of Toronto street style, I probably would have given this up a long time ago.
Sincerely,
- Nigel.
* Photos of me taken by Dorothy van Grootheest
Monday, December 9, 2013
Pam Chorley: Toned Down
"This is my toned down look: slim jacket and pants."
Pam Chorley is the founder of Fashion Crimes Boutique and has previously appeared on TorontoVerve with her daughter Jasmine.
Friday, December 6, 2013
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Chason's Crafty Project
"My style is kinda eclectic. Sometimes I feel really plain and I'll just wear a black shirt and pants. Today I'm wearing just a piece of fabric that I folded and wrapped around my waist. It's kinda kitschy. I get inspiration from the street. I'll walk around and see something in a window and say 'that's cool. I'll go crotchet that.'"
Check out a few of Chason's favourite things on her Tumblr blog, Crafty Chas' Project. "It's mostly crotchet things that I've made."
Friday, November 22, 2013
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
Monday, November 18, 2013
Amanda: Black & Timeless
"My style is black and timeless -- it's all I wear, but I'm not gothic. I work at Serpentine so I love men's fashion like Rick Owens, Boris Bidjan Saberi and Julius_7, which is my scarf."
Friday, November 15, 2013
Kelsey: Bohemian Chic
"My style is bohemian chic. Actress Sarah Jessica Parker inspires me because she owned it in Sex and the City."
Thursday, November 14, 2013
Brad: "Organized Chaos"
"I would describe my style as organized chaos. It's a big mix of vintage and new stuff. I work in a pre-corporate world as a real estate developer so I don't really fit in necessarily. I use fashion to shake things up a little bit."
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