Founded in Vancouver by Wayne Gonzales, Dennis Cruz and Carlo Brito, Mount Pleasant Athletic Club is designed for an active lifestyle while encompassing a traditional aesthetic. The streetwear influenced apparel is intended, not only for training, but also for use off the court. With a casual and timeless feel, MPAC personifies the community oriented athletics of the neighbourhood which is its namesake.
In honor of the current Tour de France nearing completion, here we here a video of Sir Paul Smith riding in the streets and being photographed for GQ with friend & cyclist Mark Cavendish - who just won the 18th stage of T.D.F!
A very special Paul Smith Fall 2012 coming to gravitypope very, very soon.
The people over at oki-ni have put together a fantastic look into one of fashion's most interesting and inspiring minds. Sir Paul Smith shares his views on business, ego, fashion, curiosity, and much more. If you've ever wondered where his idea for "lemon in the eye" comes from, and what that means, read up on the man behind some of our favorite collections here.
Sandals and heels are a marvelous combination. Be it a full wedge, partial wedge, stacked heel or pump, gravitypope has a great variety of heeled sandals for the summer months. An even greater range of sandals are available in store and online at www.gravitypope.com.
Paul Smith was managing his first boutique in Nottingham when with the encouragement of his girlfriend Pauline Denyer (now wife) and a small amount of savings, he opened a tiny shop in 1970. Paul started to take evening classes for tailoring and with the help of Pauline (an RCA fashion graduate), Paul was able to create what he wanted. By 1976 Paul showed his first menswear collection in Paris under the Paul Smith label. Within 20 years of his introduction to fashion Paul Smith had established himself as the pre-eminent British designer. Paul Smith has the ability to anticipate, and even spark off trends not only fashion but in the wider context of popular culture. Check out this seasons selection of limited edition sneakers, patent pumps and sandals.
A lot of women seem to be excited for the new Paul Smith arrivals; the clothes are hot sellers right now. Make sure to check them out in Edmonton and Vancouver before you miss your chance!
Paul Smith Black Label Mini Houndstooth Blazer, $730 CAD Paul Smith Black Label Mini Houndstooth Dress Pant, $370 CAD Paul Smith Black Label Button-Up Dress Shirt in Blue, $190 CAD (also available in White)
Paul X Cardigan with Cross Details, $265 CAD Paul X Striped Long T-Shirt with Print Tie, $235 CAD
Paul X Button Front Trench Coat, $615 CAD Paul Smith Black Label Floral Print Shirt, $250 CAD
Paul Smith Black Label Double Breasted Jacket, $495 CAD Paul Smith Black Label Sheer Dress, $565 CAD
For those familiar with famed British designer Paul Smith, it's all about a playful combination of little details and classic tailored looks. From cultured mother-of-pearl buttons to colorful linings to organic materials to high quality fabrics: every piece in the collection is so much more than just a simple piece of clothing.
Paul Smith Long-Sleeve Shirt with Small Checks, $215 CAD Paul Smith Pin-Stripe Chino Pant, $225 CAD (made with 100% organic cotton) Paul Smith Wide Multi-Stripe Knit Tie, $150 CAD (100% silk)
Paul Smith Long-Sleeve Check Shirt, $240 CAD Paul Smith Drainpipe Fit 5 Pocket Pinstripe Pant, $215 CAD Paul Smith Wide-Stripe Knit Tie, $150 CAD (100% silk)
Paul Smith Cardigan with Elbow Patches, $270 CAD (90%/10% cotton-cashmere blend) Paul Smith Floral Shorts with Zip Pocket Front, $145 CAD (with swim-trunk lining)
Paul Smith Zip-Front Jacket, $265 CAD Paul Smith 5-Pocket Stripe Shorts, $195 CAD
Choosing which pieces to put up on the blog was very difficult considering the diverse selection we have for this season. If you're interested in seeing more of the collection, be sure to e-mail us and we'll definitely put more up! Or just come visit us in person in our Edmonton and Vancouver stores. Stay tuned for Paul Smith Women and Paul Smith Accessories posts right away...
