B&N Blog
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Spring 2012 Photo Shoot17 June 2011
We just finished our photo shoot for Spring / Summer 2012. It's nice to finally see all our hard work come to life. Here's some behind the scenes images with photographer André Pinces on location in Chinatown. |
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Peter Zumthor13 May 2011
Architecture is one of our constant sources of inspiration. We're drawn to all things tough and minimal with careful attention to the buildings site and it's surroundings. Here's a look at a few buildings from one of our favorite architects, Peter Zumthor. From top to bottom: Therme Vals exterior, Therme Vals interior, Bruder Klaus Chapel exterior and interior, Kolumba Museum exterior, Kolumba Museum interior. |
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Visit To Our Shoe Manufacturer In Italy17 April 2011
Our designer, Jean-Claude LeBlanc, recently visited Montegranaro, Italy to work on our Spring 2012 samples and go over Fall production details. Our factory is owned by a third generation family who also oversee all day to day operations. Although it was a short trip, it's always very inspiring to work and visit people who are so passionate about their craft. |
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Spring 2011 Pop-Up-Shop for Roden Gray28 March 2011
To launch our Spring 2011 'Resistance' collection we collaborated with Roden Gray to build a Pop-Up-Shop inside their new Water Street location. If you're in the neighbourhood be sure to check it out. |
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Like a Kid in a Candy Store4 March 2011
Doing research and sourcing props for the FW11 photo shoot; we stumbled upon an inspirational goldmine. The ex military personnel displayed an abundance of knowledge about historical facts that could blow your mind. The whole team was familiar with the story about the mad trapper of rat river; our inspirational starting point for FW11. |
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Rendez-Vous Paris1 February 2011
Directly following New York, we found ourselves showing at Rendez-Vous in Paris. We had a great time in city and got an amazing response for our new collection. Two shows down, one to go. See you in Las Vegas! |
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Capsule NY27 January 2011
We just got back from New York where we were exhibiting at Capsule. The response at the show was fantastic. We’d like to thank everyone who took the time to come see us and to the Ace Hotel for providing us with great accommodation. |
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Blanc & Noir Studio11 January 2011
Our studio is located in the recently renovated Gaoler’s Mews complex in Gastown, a historic building in an equally historic area of Vancouver. Built after “The Great Vancouver Fire” in 1886 these buildings have housed a variety of businesses including Vancouver’s first jail and courthouse. The studio itself was designed by Peter Cardew Architects and features both a showroom and work space. |