Mackenzie Duncan & Arta

Camera: Minolta X-7A + Asahi Super Takumar 55mm f1.8
Film: Fujicolor 400 Japan

© Photo by Lian Leng

Fall has finally come, and I have to say, I am really enjoying how people are embracing the new season. I also particularly find that men in Toronto have an amazing sense of style, keeping it classy and sophisticated, yet unpretentious. Unfortunately, about 80% of the men I approach on the street refuse to be photographed, mainly because they feel uncomfortable in front of a camera or simply have no interest in having their photo posted on the web, which is really a shame. I think I have to work on my approach ~ any suggestions are welcome ~

Luckily, Mackenzie was kind enough to let me photograph him. Soon after, his friend joined and I was delighted to see that she had a great sense of fashion as well! 

It was also a great coincidence to find out that Mackenzie is an extremely talented fashion photographer. Definitely take a look at his impressive work @Mackenzie Duncan!

Mackenzie  Duncan

Occupation: Fashion advertising Mackenzie Duncan

Jacket: Uniclo

Pants: Levi's Nomad

Shoes: Red Wing

Arta

Occupation: Editor

Shirt: Zara

Vest: TopShop

Pants: Levi's

Shoes: Vintage Depot on Ossington Ave

Purse: Annexe vintage, Montreal

Ring: vintage Cartier, NY

~ American Apparel Photoshoot ~ Behind the Scene

We've been requested a month ago by American Apparel to do a photoshoot for their new fall collection.
Today was the last session and boy was it cold!!! only 10°C (50F) with strong winds from the North, BrrrRRRrrrr~~~
Here are a few "behind the scene" photos by my friend Galaxy. Dropped off the films today so they should be up shortly! Stay tuned!
And I have to say, a million thanks to Justine for being such a fun, cooperative, and patient model! Justine you're amazing~♥

~ Reproduce my Look ~

Camera bag: GuyLook

Kelly

Camera: Minolta X-7A with lens Asahi Super-Takumar 55mm f1.8
Film: Ferrania Solaris 400

© Photo by Lian Leng 

I was so busy texting on my phone that I almost missed her~

Being a merchandiser for Urban Outfitters, you can really tell she knows how to style herself! I was instantly attracted by this look which gave her so much character and attitude: the long hair, unique features, and this fun mismatch between a delicate and light top and skirt with those amazing shoes with a 'heavier' metallic detail.

But when she turned around, I was blown away by her tattoo. For those of you who are unfamiliar with Audrey Kawasaki's work, she's this extremely talented Japanese-American artists who's mastered the art of portraying women's sensuality and innocence.

Occupation: Merchandiser at Urban Outfitters

Top: Forever21

Skirt: American Apparel 

Shoes: Urban Outfitters (by Jeffrey Campbell) 

Tattoo: Reproduction of an artwork by Audrey Kawasaki, done by Tattoos by Evelyn (Toronto)

~ Reproduce her Look~ 

~Lian & American Apparel~

Camera: Minolta X-7A with lens Asahi Super-Takumar 55mm f1.8
Film: Ferrania Solaris 400

© Photo by Qin Leng

Top: Crop Tee from American Apparel

Bottom: Riding pants from American Apparel

Purse: Vintage Liz Claiborne

Shoes: from Korea

Lauren Klassen

Camera: Minolta X-7A + Asahi Super-Takumar 55mm f1.8

© Photo by Lian Leng

Loved the 'All black' look on her. Funny coincidence, our style was actually pretty similar that day.

Occupation: Jewelry Designer from Montreal; Find her amazing work @ LaurenKlassen

Sunglasses: Céline (Barney, NY)

Tshirt: Alexander Wang

Shorts: L'Agence

Purse: Céline

Necklace & Ring: LaurenKlassen (Sterling silver/Rhodium)

Shoes: vintage Jil Sander

Beatrice

Camera: Minolta X-7A + Asahi Super-Takumar 55mm f1.8

© Photo by Lian Leng

Lately, I've really been into girls with short hair. And to top it off, she has freckles! My two favorite!

Occupation: Insurance

Sunglasses: Ray Band

Earrings, Top & Hat: TopShop

Bracelet: Forever21

Blazer: Wilfred

Bag: Alexander Wang

Shoes: Heel Boy

~ Fashion Illustrated ~

© Photo by Qin Leng

Qin saw this girl this morning and phoned me right away.

Great style!!! I wish I was there.....

Bin & Seui

Camera: Minolta X-7A + Asahi Super-Takumar 55mm f1.8

Film: Agfa Vista 400

© Photo by Lian Leng

Was trying some nail polish at Shoppers last week when I spotted those two (let me digress here for a second, the nail polish was from Essie, called 'Meet me at sunset'~ For anyone into vibrant orangy-red, I would totally recommend it! and it goes superbly with tanned skin color!). 

It was Seui's hairdo and colorful outfit that got my attention first. But I also really liked Bin's earrings that were totally in style with his haircut.

Everything is from Korea, except for the iphone case from Spain.

Adie

Camera: Canon TL + Canon 50mm f1.8

Film: Ferrania Solaris 400

© Photo by Lian Leng

One thing I've recently decided to do (and I'm soooo glad I did!), is to bring my camera  on my way to work. I was lucky enough to find her right in front of my lab  :)

Occupation: Student

Sunglasses: Phillistine Vintage (Queen & Dufferin)

Pin: from grandmother

Tshirt: Mexx

Pants: H&M

Belt: Urban Outfitters

Shoes: Top Shop

Bag: Vintage store on Queen St. East

Bracelet: from grandmother

Jess

Camera: Canon TL + Canon 50mm f1.8

Film: Ferrania Solaris 400

© Photo by Lian Leng

Occupation: Jazz Musican (guitar) ~ She'll be performing in a few weeks @ the Central

Top: Forever21

Pants: Timeless Apparel (Queen St. & Spadina)

Belt: Walmart

Shoes: Soft Moc

Arianna~

Camera: Canon TL + Asahi Super-Takumar 55mm f1.8

Film: Ferrania Solaris 400

© Photo by Lian Leng

My labmate Arianna, with one of her many many dresses. I always love her style!

Dress: Urban Outfitters

Victoria

Camera: Canon TL + Asahi Super-Takumar 55mm f1.8

Film: Ferrania Solaris 400

© Photo by Lian Leng

I liked her simple summery outfit, & the hat added a nice touch.

Occupation: Advertisement

Hat: Holt Renfrew

Top & Skirt: Australia

Shoes: Aldo

Sunglasses: Spectacle (Cutler & Gross)

Jelena

Camera: Minolta X-7A + Asahi Super-Takumar 55mm, f1.8

Film: Tri-X 400 (B&W) 

© Photo by Lian Leng

Camera: Canon TL + Canon 50mm f1.8

Film: Ferrania Solaris 400 

I had spent the whole afternoon strolling Queen Street with Qin, without finding anyone interesting...the streets were totally empty for some reason.
And then, Qin spotted her as she walked past us. Is it just me or she looks a lot like Monica Bellucci, but in a more delicate way?
Occupation: Technical writer @ IBM
Top: Acne

Belt: Zara

Skirt: H&M

Bag: Narwhal (Rosedale)

Shoes: Repetto
~Reproduce her Look~

~ JAPAN ~ How much we ❤ you~

What an amazing trip!!! 16 days journey to explore Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.

Camera: Minolta X-7A

Film: Fujicolor 400

Omotesando, Tokyo

© Photo by Qin Leng

© Photo by our friend Ken

Lian wearing: 

Top: Forever21

Skirt: Wilfred (on sale for 25$!)

Qin wearing: 

Top: American Apparel

Shorts: Urban Outfitters

Shoes: Locale

Film: Agfa Vista 400

© Photo by Qin Leng

Tsukiji Market, Tokyo

Lian wearing: 

Top: H&M

Skirt: Urban Outfitters

Film: Ferrania Solaris 800

Nanzenji Temple, Kyoto

Philosopher's Path, Kyoto

Lian wearing: 

Top: American Apparel

Dress: Japan