We were first introduced to digital creative Bjorn Johansson’s work a few years back when we profiled one of his projects, Big-Ass Message, which allowed users the ability to create full-screen, text-based messages across the screens of co-workers and friends for amusing results. Since then, he’s been hard at work at his day job, yet still finds time for self expression. His latest endeavor titled …
Interview: Scott Meleskie of Clark Street Mercantile
The humble start to a versatile lifestyle shop focused on Montreal's discerning creative community
Opening just over a month ago, Clark Street Mercantile is a modest boutique in Montreal aimed at the discerning gentleman. Clothing, footwear, apothecary, pens and paper, magazines, accessories, artwork, bags, blankets, tonic and grenadine, razorsthe inventory is a panoply of products from brands thateither have a respected history, or are in the process of writing one. The quality of goods is always tried and tested, …
Black Scale + Mehrathon Canada Edition Release
A collaborative capsule collection designed by Michael “Mega” Yabut turns the country upside down
LA-based streetwear brand Black Scale was started in 2008 by Michael “Mega” Yabut and Alfred De Tagle, and in just five short years they have opened stores in San Francisco, New York and Los Angeles. They’ve been responsible for collaborations with artists including Jun Cha, brands like Amongst Friends, as well as a recent, high-profile collection with A$AP Rocky and Fool’s Gold. With such promising …