October’s Very Own 2024 International OG Collection featured six countries — Brazil, Jamaica, Italy, Mexico Philippines, and South Africa.
This campaign’s message was to celebrate culture, community and the impact of OVO’s global influence around the world.
Art Direction / Photography for International OG Philippines.
Creative Direction — Oliver El-Khatib
OVO Producer — Lauren Sing
Layout Design — Rob Wigington
Retouching — Brianna Roye
Production — Kevin Antonio
Digi-tech — Bryan Ulrich
Photo Assistant — Noel Araquel
October’s Very Own, 2024.
Showcasing October’s Very Own / Canada Goose Winter 2023 Collection.
Art Direction / Photography / Retouching
Creative Direction & Styling — Oliver El-Khatib
OVO Producer — Lauren Sing
Production — Kevin Antonio
Set Designer — Hope Little
Model — Paolo Roldan
Photo Assistant — Tom Wood
October’s Very Own, Canada Goose. 2023.
October’s Very Own x BAPE 2023 Collection, featuring OVO recording artist, Smiley.
Art Direction, Photography & Retouching.
Creative Direction / Styling — Oliver El-Khatib
OVO Producer — Lauren Sing
Digi-Tech — Mori Arany
Photo Assistants — Thomas Lee, Scott Ramsay
Production — Kevin Antonio
Production Assistant — Kyia Pingue-Giles
Make-up / Grooming — Andi Clifford
Barber — Mike Cruz
MOTION
Directors — Jerome Riel, Kevin Lien
Producer — Chris Yue
Production Co-ordinator — Alex Medeiros
DOP — Dennis Grishnin
1st AC — Cameron Gonsalves
Gaffer — Andy Youn
Grip — Gianluca Basile
Editor —Kevin Lien
Colourist — Jordan Benegbi
MUSIC
Kid Masterpiece
October’s Very Own. BAPE. 2023.
October’s Very Own presents a special small batch collection in celebration of Ristorante Sotto Sotto’s 30th Anniversary.
Art Direction / Photography / Retouching
Creative Director — Oliver El-Khatib
Art Director & Styling — Davide Baroncini
Producer — Lauren Sing
Digi-tech — Alejandro Quintero
Photo Assistant — Ryan Francoz
October’s Very Own. 2023.
In celebration of Veilance’s new Spring / Summer 2023, Arc’teryx commission multiple creatives around the world to create their own editorial that was unique from their approach. I was selected to represent the Toronto division. My imagery drew inspiration from the surrealist photography movement from the 1916-1924, while keeping their 2023 ethos.
’SET IN MOTION ‘ — Shape shifting layers in cuts that allow for full expression. Inspired by bodies in motion, this season is an exploration of form and the relationship to our environments.
The eight images were printed on canvas and displayed for a one night, private event, held at Cry Baby Gallery.
Creative Direction & Photography
Production — Kid. Studio
Photo Assistant — Jefford Lam
Styling — Jason Williams
Hair & Makeup — Jordan Giang
Models — Jasmine & Divine (WANT Management)
Arc’teryx Veilance. 2023.
An editorial published on HAVEN’s website and social media, in partnership with Nike.
Shoe released on 03.26.2023.
Sneaker culture and history begins with the Air Max 1 'Big Bubble'. The holy grail of sneaker lore returns along with the true story of visible Nike Air. Using CT scans to dissect 1 of maybe only 400,000 released pairs of the 'Big Bubble', Nike replicated the Nike Air unit and window used in the '86 original and pair it with the original colourway. For the first few months of its release, the Air Max 1 featured a noticeably bigger window. Nike engineers then discovered that an exposed Air unit had a tendency to crack in cold temperatures requiring engineers to quietly "shrink the window both in length and height" and begin using a new Air unit. Released on 26 March 1987, the ultra-rare Air Max 'Big Bubble' hit the shelves. After the initial run, the Air Max 1 as we know it secretly replaced the original to become the icon it is today. Nike pays homage to this rare version with a limited OG rendition of the 'Big Bubble.
Creative Direction & Photography
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Styling — Chais Mingo
Models — Josh (Next) & Andy (Elite)
Nike, HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2023.
A 2023 remastered and extended version of October’s Very Own / Canada Goose’s first collaboration editorial, “Dream Catchers” for Nomad Toronto.
Art Direction & Photography.
Creative Direction — Jesar Gabino
Stylist & Model — Paolo Roldan
Grooming — Mila Victoria
Photo Assistants — Justin Create, Warren Credo
October’s Very Own, Canada Goose, Nomad. 2010.
A partnership editorial with Stone Island for the launch of their new footwear program. Published on HAVEN’s website and social media platforms.
Shoe collection release on 11.22.2022.
This season Stone Island introduces a new range of footwear utilizing the brands subcultural strands such as soccer, UK grime and rock music as a reference. Driven by iconic models, the three new silhouettes are built from premium leather, suede and nylon. The Model 202 are inspired by classic soccer styles, built with monochromatic materials and finished with a tread outsole that wraps along the front of the foot. The Model 101 is the brands take on the iconic 1970's military trainer and are finished with a timeless gum outsole. Finally the Model 303 celebrate the UK’s Grime culture with archival Stone Island detailing such as the molded rubber tongue and an artisanal stitched nylon fabric upper.
Creative Direction, Layout Design & Photography
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Styling & Model — Seyon
Stone Island, HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2022.
A partnership editorial with Stone Island for their Fall / Winter 2022 release of their Ghost Pieces. Published on HAVEN’s website and social media platforms.
This season we examine Stone Island’s discreet and technically advanced Fall/Winter 2022 Ghost Pieces collection. Taking a conceptual approach to the concept of camouflage, these garments are totally monochromatic and can be distinguished from other Stone Island garments by their matching tonal arm badge. Developed at their fabric research facilities in Ravarino, Italy, the focus of this season is O-VENTILE® a 100% organic fabric, made from the finest, long staple cotton fiber. The extremely dense weave swells when it comes into contact with water which creates an all-weather barrier. O-VENTILE® is entirely natural, windproof, and breathable with thermo-sealing tape for additional protection. Alongside these items is a selection of sweaters in a dense compact cotton jersey.
Creative Direction & Photography
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Styling — Jason Williams
Model — Trevor (Want Management)
Stone Island, HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2022.
Partnership editorial published on HAVEN’s website and social media for Nike’s Air Max Scropion Flyknit ‘Phantom’.
Shoe released on October 5, 2022.
Creative Direction, Set Design & Photography.
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Assistant — Jason Williams
Nike, HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2022.
A photo + video campaign for HAVEN showcasing their fall/winter 2022 collection. We wanted to show the versatility and performance attributes of this collection in various activities and environments.
Creative Direction & Photography.
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Brand Director — Dwayne Vatcher
Cinematographer & Editor — Jerome Riel
Soundtrack — Jason Liang
1st Assistant Camera — Andy Gothra
Production Assistant — Chris Yue
Stylists — Jason Williams & Chais Mingo
Models — Alec (Want), Darnell (Ciotti), & Ezra
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2022.
Partnership editorial with Arc’teryx for their second delivery release of System_A. Published on HAVEN’s website and social media platforms.
Arc’teryx unveils the second delivery of System_A this season, expanding on their new system of exploration with a range of cold weather garments. Rooted in Arc’teryx mountain DNA, System_A is a collection of performance apparel for the next generation and embodies the innovative, disruptive spirit synonymous with Arc’teryx. The sophomore delivery includes the Axis Jacket and Anorak, with tonal contrast paneling and waterproof GORE-TEX® construction with breathable CoreLoft™ insulation. Also included is the Metric Insulated Pant, crafted from ultralight, durable, and breathable Fortius™ Air 20 stretch nylon with Octa® Loft insulation. Rounding out the delivery is a range of insulating beanies, balaclavas and neck gaiters.
Creative Direction & Photography.
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Styling — Jason Williams
Model — Zuhaib (Next)
Arc’teryx, HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2022.
Partnership content with Nike, published on HAVEN’s website and social media platforms.
Tokyo native and seasoned Nike partner and collaborator Jun Takahashi has long been revered as one of fashion’s most influential designers; his clothing label UNDERCOVER has been a staple of subculture fans since he founded the brand in 1990. Takahashi first partnered with Nike in 2010, and since then the fashion icon has added his touch to several Nike staples, including his renowned Nike Running partnership, Gyakusou. For his latest collaboration, Takahashi brings his unique UNDERCOVER irreverence to the Nike React Element 87 with three unique renditions.
Debuted on the UNDERCOVER runway at Paris Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2018, the Nike React Element 87 x UNDERCOVER takes inspiration from heritage running shoes like the Nike Internationalist, adds reflective and transparent details and places it all on Nike React foam. Signature UNDERCOVER branding and a dose of color bring fresh dimension to a bold design.
Creative Direction, Photography & Video.
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Camera Assistant — Jason Williams
Video Editor — Kazuya Ito
Floral — Angelique Jenkins
Nike, HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2018.
Spring/Summer 2022 marks the introduction of HAVEN's ongoing partnership with GORE-TEX. Established in 1969, W. L Gore Company, known as the developer of waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX fabrics has redefined and revolutionized performance apparel. With a shared commitment to innovation, craftsmanship and functional design, our debut collection makes use of GORE-TEX INFINIUM™, to offer complete windproof protection while being water resistant, and extremely breathable. Following extensive research and development, the utilitarian collection is crafted in Canada to the highest standards and employs two complementary fabrics that each utilize the myriad advantages of GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ technology. A soft fleece offers warmth in transitional weather while lightweight stretch nylon ripstop excels in all conditions. The collection is designed to balance familiarity with ingenuity, taking comfort and performance beyond the outdoors and showcasing a unified vision between the two brands.
Creative Direction & Photography.
Cinematographer & Editor — Justin Pelletier
Brand Manager — Dwayne Vatcher
Model — Laurin
GORE-TEX Products, HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2022.
HAVEN highlight’s a comprehensive range of goods from the Spring/Summer season. The feature showcases bold patterns contrasted with functional outdoor pieces throughout. The selection of brands include Engineered Garments, Junya Watanabe MAN, HUMAN MADE, CAV EMPT, Kapital, Stone Island, And Wander, Native Sons, CCP, TEATORA, visvim, ACRONYM, needles, and more.
Creative & Styling Direction, Photography.
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Stylist — Jason Williams
Model — Jack (Next)
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2023.
Partnership editorial + video with Nike & sacai, published on HAVEN’s website and social media.
Nike and sacai come together this year to celebrate the 2020 Tokyo Olympics with an apparel collection that presents the beauty of motion through the lens of the summer games. Designer Chitose Abe remixes classic icons, including the Bomber Jacket, updating it with an integrated hoodie layer at the interior and Nike logo at the chest. Also included is a hoodie with contrast side panels in lightweight perforated nylon alongside comfortable sweatpants with integrated nylon belt and rib knit cuffs. With the world’s largest sporting event in full swing; we showcase this latest collection through our inspirations from themes of unity, champions, and collective celebrations.
Creative Direction & Photography.
Yud Studio Production.
Cinematographer — Ali Khurshid
Producer — Duy Nguyen
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Editor — Haley Ma
Grooming — Lisa Kolmakova
Stylist — Chais Mingo
Models — Ethan Vera, Darnell, Norbu, Dylan, Hector
Nike, sacai, HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2020.
Published as an online editorial for HAVEN’s spring / summer 2021 collection.
Creative Direction & Photography
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Styling — Chais Mingo
Hair — Jen Kim (antidote studio)
Models — Evan & Ben (Want Management)
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2021.
Partnership content with Stone Island, published on HAVEN’s website and social media platforms.
With dedicated research and product testing, Stone Island and Stone Island Shadow Project create garments for all conditions with elevated style. The latest seasonal arrivals for both brands take the focus away from opulence and return the emphasis towards sophisticated and functional wear. With protection and comfort at the forefront, this season underscores the importance of layering, durable material construction and rich hues. Intriguing dye treatments, layered textiles and lightweight insulation comprise this Stone Island seasonal collection, with such pieces as the Lamy Garment Dyed Shirt Jacket, the Lino Resinato Garment Dyed Hooded Down Parka, and the Nylon Metal Watro Ripstop Garment Dyed Vest at the forefront. Stone Island Shadow Project offers muted colours, modular pieces, and a unique blend of natural and synthetic fibres, seen in the Grid Nylon Garment Dyed Jacket, Grid Nylon Garment Dyed Short Sleeve Jacket and Winter Cotton Jacket products. This season’s Stone Island and Stone Island Shadow Project collections are available in-stores and online.
Creative Direction & Photography
Styling — Chais Mingo
Photo Assistant — Jefford Lam
Model — Kyrie (Ciotti Models)
Stone Island & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019.
Partnership content with Arc’teryx, introducing their new sub division line, System_A. Published on HAVEN’s website and social media platforms.
Arc’teryx introduces a new system of exploration this season with the System_A collection. Rooted in Arc’teryx mountain DNA, System_A is a collection of performance apparel for the next generation and embodies the innovative, disruptive spirit synonymous with Arc’teryx. The debut delivery includes the Dume Jacket, with color-block paneling, zip pockets, and waterproof GORE-TEX® C-KNIT construction, which is offered alongside an elongated coat version. Finishing the delivery is a range of performance jersey t-shirts with zip sleeve pockets, contrast stitching and oversized print logo at the back. The Paltz Jacket is crafted from lightweight stretch nylon and can be paired with matching shorts and pants. Made from incredibly light 15d nylon double weave Ripstop with DWR treatment, the Anther SL can be conveniently stowed into a zip pocket and worn across the body with a lightweight strap. The delivery also includes the cross-body Quiver Pack and chalk-bag inspired Bucket Bag in water resistant nylon and featuring contrast logo embroidery. Finishing the delivery is a range of performance jersey t-shirts with zip sleeve pockets, contrast stitching and oversized print logo at the back.
Creative Direction & Photography.
Styling — Chais Mingo, Jason Williams
Photo Assistant — Jefford Lam
Model — Pavel (Next Models)
Arc’teryx & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2021.
This season we worked alongside Nike ACG to create an exclusive rendition of the new ACG Mountain Fly Low. This utilitarian silhouette is engineered for comfort and protection and excels in both the urban and natural environment. Borrowing elements of the Nike NEXT% system, it utilizes a speckled React midsole with a carbon fiber plate that runs the length of the shoe to add stiffness for endurance and protection from hard, uneven surfaces. The water-resistant and lightweight fabric upper features tonal ripstop at the upper with reflective ripstop and taping at the toes for nightime visibilty. The outsole is constructed with a hard yet sticky rubber with thick chevron lugs that provide multi-directional traction. This same hard rubber extends up around the toe for extreme protection from rocks, sticks and other debris. A stretchy ankle cuff and sockliner provides a secure fit and finishing the shoes is reflective detailing at the nylon webbing speed lacing system, laces, and signature triangular heel logo.
Creative Direction & Photography.
A Kid Studio Production.
Directors - Devante Thomas & Genelle Cruz / Executive Producer - Vince Tran / Producer - Duy Nguyen / Director of Photography - Ali Khurshid / Editor - Haley Ma / Colourist - Ana Escorse (Studio Feather) / Stylist - Jefford Lam / 1st Assistant Camera - Cameron Gonsalves & Ryan McIntyre / 2nd Assistant Camera - Andy Gothra / Gaffer - Kay Grospe / Best boy electric - Julian Samuels / Key grip - Sam Holling / Swing - Chris Yue / Production Designer - Electa Porado / Art Assist - Jenna Borsato / PA - Mukat Dhillion & Kuroh Shiro
Nike & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2021.
We partnered with Nike to debut one of its most innovative and coveted new silhouettes in 2018, the React Element 87. Equipped with a series of pressure maps and a drill, designers drilled holes and found, through trial and error, which depths and densities accomplished comfort goals. The densities and pressure maps were figured through what is known as a tile to create a patterned midsole delineating where the drill experiments had realized those different densities but now perfectly scaled to every shoe size.
Savvy contemporary refinement to an old design is also evident in the upper of the React Element 87. While its 100-percent TPE yarn textile upper exudes a contemporary translucence, the treatment of the eye stay and the employment of a heel clip nod to iconic silhouettes of the past. The result is a new articulation of Nike’s React technology, an out-the-box interpretation of a timeless runner from the past yielded in an avant-garde new upper.
Creative Direction, Set Design & Photography
Styling — Chais Mingo
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Model — Foley
Nike & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2018.
HAVEN presents its collaboration with iconic English footwear brand, Clarks®. Inspired by military tactical boots, the classic Clarks® Originals Wallabee Boot is updated with durable modern materials and waterproof technology. A full GORE-TEX® lining with gusseted tongue provides complete waterproof and breathable protection. Durable ballistic nylon side panels are contrasted with supple suede at the moc toe, heel and collar. Vibram® Moreflex outsole. HAVEN and Clarks® Originals fobs in suede. Woven GORE-TEX® label at collar. Military inspired nylon herringbone webbing at the heel rounds out the details.
Creative Direction & Photography
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Styling — Chais Mingo
Model — Andrew (Spot 6 Management)
Clarks® Originals & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019.
Partnership content for Arc’teryx Veilance, showcasing their FW19 collection. Published on HAVEN’s website and social media platforms.
Veilance offers several silhouettes in new colourways for Fall / Winter 2019 with green and blue hues that hearken to Vancouver’s wilderness. The core of Veilance’s purpose has always revolved around offering garment solutions that withstand all conditions. Veilance takes advantage of highly technical textiles, including GORE-TEX® and Coreloft™, as well as adaptable natural fibres like Merino wool and European goose down. The Anneal Jacket is crafted with Composite Mapping for ideal placement of both goose down and Coreloft™ insulation. Body mapping technology ensures that each piece is articulated to fit fluidly, without extra materials that cause bunching and discomfort. The Frame LS Shirt features a panelled yoke construction, advancing shoulder and arm movement without restriction. This season’s Veilance collection is available in-stores and online.
Creative Direction & Photography
Styling — Chais Mingo
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Model — Excellency (Want Management)
Arc’teryx Veilance & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019.
In late 2018, Nike created it’s new experimental expression sub division line, Nike ISPA. Nike then partnered with HAVEN in 2019 to present their new collection. Working along sided with Hotel Creative, we developed a launch campaign involving editorial, video and a pop-up shop / installation gallery event, to drive awareness to the new collection. ISPA is a philosophy: Improvise. Scavenge. Protect. Adapt. The actions form a set of design principles; manifested as a pinnacle experimental expression of Nike design across all categories, including the latest innovations and established creations. The resulting product relays an optimism about the power of design, addressing the discreet needs of the city dweller.
Creative Direction & Photography.
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Cinematography — Ali Khurshid
Styling — Chais Mingo
Assistant — Duy Nguyen
Video Editor — Devante Thomas
Music — YOBI
Model — Benny Haan
Nike, HAVEN Apparel Inc., Hotel Creative. 2019.
Partnership content with The North Face showcasing The North Face Black Series SS23 collaboration with designer, Kazuki Kuraishi. Published on HAVEN’s website and social media platforms.
The North Face teams up again with esteemed designer, Kazuki Kuraishi, for this seasonal release of the noted Black Series line. With a vast assortment of highly versatile pieces, Kuraishi employs technical materials such as GORE-TEX® and Pertex® Quantum Eco and Unlimited, as well as textile treatments like DryVent™, FlashDry™ and Windwall®. The fusion of superior textiles and innovative design ensure that each and every piece withstands any elemental adversity. From wind to rain to sun, this collection offers adaptable fits with functional design and utilitarian detailing.
Creative Direction & Photography
Stylist — Chais Mingo
Photo Assistant — Jefford Lam
Model — Lauren David (Ciotti Models)
The North Face, HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019.
HAVEN held a special New York Pop-Up shop from December 6th to December 11th, 2019. The temporary shop featured the HAVEN Fall/Winter 2019 collection including special collaboration products which was held in Manhattan’s Chinatown district.
In addition to the Fall/Winter 2019 collection, the temporary pop-up shop offered special collaborative items alongside New Balance, Engineered Garments, Dr. Martens, Vans Vault, Clarks Originals, PORTER, mo’design inc, and Mountain Research.
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Creative Direction, Styling Direction & Photography
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Model — Palace (Red Models)
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019.
With a minimal design approach, the latest from Veilance touts adaptable outerwear and layering pieces for any environment. Combining articulated constructions with expertly placed insulation, this season’s outerwear offers protection in damp, cold and windy conditions. Innovative and lightweight textiles, such as nylon ripstop and GORE-TEX Infinium®, provide durable constructions for a range of natural and synthetic insulation. Directly injected 850 fill European Goose down insulation offers ample thermal heat retention. Unlike typical baffle construction, Veilance’s Down Contour™ baffle construction allows the pockets to hang over one another, condensing the down’s bulk and slimming the overall silhouette. Veilance’s Down Composite Mapping™ technology secure a fully insulated fit throughout each piece, with synthetic Coreloft™ insulative panelling in high-moisture areas. Additionally, this season sees the implementation of a stretch woven polyester and wool blend, providing hard-wearing, yet airy, heat retention with unmatched breathability. Peerless in its neoteric applications and constructions, Veilance stands at the vanguard of innovative and adaptable fashion.
Creative Direction & Photography
Stylist - Chais Mingo
Photo Assistant - Jefford Lam
Model - Evan (Want Management)
Veilance & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019.
Stone Island’s SS20 delivery offers highly functional gear for the changing seasons, with a practical approach. Essential, lightweight layering pieces, overshirts, and accessories are combined with Stone Island’s scrutinous textile labs, producing some of the finest materials in unique constructions. Pieces are treated to pigmented resin dyes, anti-drop coatings and a myriad of other distinguishing treatments, making this collection one that particularly catches the eye. The Liquid Reflective Parka is overlaid with thousands of glass microspheres for a highly reflective surface. Military-inspired pieces, such as the Micro Reps M-65 Jacket, are built with an extra twisted CORDURA® yarn for amplified wind resistance. The ever-performing GORE-TEX®, in a Paclite iteration, is used on a modular windbreaker jacket. Storage is plentiful, especially in the Stretch Cotton Tela Paracadute Garment Dyed 2 Pocket Pant and the Stretch Cotton Twill Ghost Piece Easy Waist Cargo Pants, the latter with deep inseam pockets, fastened with dual zip closures. Additionally, this season sees a series of garment dyed cotton fleece pieces, necessary for changes in the weather.
Creative Direction & Photography
Stylist - Jefford Lam
Model - DJ (Elmer Olsen)
Stone Island & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2020.
This season, Veilance introduces its Cambre denim pieces. Available in North America exclusively at HAVEN and crafted with a 12oz Japanese denim, both the Cambre Jacket and Pant are reinforced with a hollow core yarn construction. This lightweight construction allows for a lightweight fit with quick-drying capabilities and enhanced durability throughout. Veilance applies its ergonomic, 3D patterning to these pieces, producing a form-fitting construction without restriction. Gusseted inserts in high wear areas amplify the contoured construction of each garment. The Cambre line offers two distinctive dye treatments in black and lead, both developing a unique fade and patina with continuous wear. Veilance’s taped seam construction and easy access pockets complete the look.
Creative Direction & Photography.
Stylist — Jefford Lam
Model — Myles (B&M Models)
Veilance & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2020.
Wonders Spring / Summer 2020 collection is anything but the ordinary. Creative duo David Manaloto & Cameron Dunn pulls inspiration form their childhood memories of camp and cottage life to form this bright, loud and whimsical collection.
Creative Direction & Photography
Designers - David Manaloto & Cameron Dunn
Among Wonders. 2020.
Published online at HAVEN, showcasing their spring / summer 2020 collection.
Creative Direction & Photography
Styling — Jefford Lam
Models — DJ & Jack (Elmer Olsen Models)
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2020.
Creative Direction & Photography
Styling - Chais Mingo
Photo Assistant - Jefford Lam
Models - Ethan & Josh (Elmer Olsen Models)
The North Face & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2018.
Published as an online editorial showcasing the latest spring / summer 2018 Stone Island & Stone Island Shadow Project deliveries on HAVEN’s website (www.havenshop.com).
Creative Direction & Photography
Styling - Chais Mingo & Jefford Lam
Model - Solan
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2018.
For FW18 we present a collaborative project with American painter, sculptor and filmmaker, Kostas Seremetis. Inspired by Greek mythology and 80s cartoons, Seremetis’ work is highly identifiable with his bold, mosaic-like graphics. This multifaceted collection includes a coach jacket, pullover hooded sweatshirt, graphic t-shirts, and 6-panel caps. Additionally, this collection offers unique porcelain pieces crafted in Japan by Hasami Ceramics and incense crafted by KUUMBA International. The HAVEN x Kostas Seremetis collection was release in-stores at HAVEN Toronto and HAVEN Vancouver on October 31st at 11:00 AM local time and online at 11:00 AM EST.
Creative Direction & Photography
Artwork — Kostas Seremetis
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Styling — Chais Mingo
Model — Fox
Kostas Seremetis & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2018.
In collaboration with New Balance, our M990RB5 is made in the USA with a combination of utilitarian and premium materials. The upper is constructed in pigskin suede, complemented by a Cordura® AFT mesh toe box and side panelling for breathable, hard-wearing durability. A defining feature of the shoe, are the concealed highly reflective panels underneath the mesh, activated only when exposed to light. Additional reflective detailing is featured throughout with speckled woven laces, signature “N” logo and “V5” emblem. Supple Horween leather wraps the heel and interior sock liner. A two tone ENCAP midsole provides comfort and stability while the footbed is finished with a co-branded print to showcase the partnership.
Release Information: The HAVEN / New Balance M990RB5 will release exclusively at the HAVEN NYC Pop-Up Shop, HAVEN Toronto and HAVEN Vancouver on December 6th at 11:00 AM, local time and online at 4:00 PM EST/1:00 PM PST.
Creative Direction & Photography
Cinemtaographer - Ali Khurshid
Video Editor - Devante Thomas
Photo Assistant - Jefford Lam
Model - Ben (Want Management)
Music - YOBI
New Balance USA & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019.
Creative Direction & Photography
Styling - Chais Mingo
Photo Assistant - Jefford Lam
Models - Darnell & David (Elmer Olsen Models)
Stone Island & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2018.
Chitose Abe delivers the first pieces from her comprehensive Sacai SS19 collection. Abe’s collaborative efforts, with such notables as Pendleton and Dr. Woo, are front and centre in this collection, featuring bold patterning and exemplary craftsmanship. Sacai’s distinct panelling is featured throughout the collection, and especially on an amalgamation of a classic denim jacket and a military-inspired MA-1 jacket. A succinct collection of cut and sew pieces feature midweight fleeces and cotton jersey.
Creative Direction & Photography
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Styling — Chais Mingo
Sacai & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019
During my initial stages as the new Editorial Director for HAVEN, creating new, engaging and shoppable content was a priority. HAVEN’s ‘FOCUS’ series highlighted new seasonal deliveries in an educational editorial manner, while giving the customer the choice to directly shop the feature while reading. This has now evolved into more micro features on smaller collections on the site.
Creative, Editorial Direction & Photography
Styling — Jefford Lam
Model — Vova (Want Management)
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2018.
Nike and American artist, Tom Sachs, continue their groundbreaking partnership with the latest rendition of the experimental Mars Yard shoe. Sachs’ latest Nike project, the Mars Yard Overshoe, is an extension of this process. It’s all about working under the consideration of how the Mars Yard 2.0 performs when conditions sour. Answering for questions of weather appropriateness, it allowed frustrations of cold and wet conditions to channel solutions such as the use of Dyneema®️, a super-strong fibre often used in boat rope and sails. Experience also diversified function. While wearing the Overshoe all the way up fends off the elements, rolling it down makes inside, heated spaces tolerable. The duality serves well for the annoyances of a New York March, and allows chic navigation of street, subway and fashion week. A new tread pattern, created by a small siping at the highpoints of the outsole, is designed from a mastery of New York’s winters too. As with all of Sachs’ product, the Mars Yard Overshoe balances the raw honesty of the materials and manufacturing with the artist’s touch.
Release Information: The Nike x Tom Sachs Mars Yard Overshoe will release in-stores at HAVEN Toronto and HAVEN Vancouver on May 9th at 11:00 AM local time. An online allocation will be made available at 1:00 PM PST.
Creative Direction & Photography
Cinematography - Ali Khurshid
Photo Assistant - Jefford Lam
Nike & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019.
HAVEN introduces a new collaboration with Vans Vault, utilizing the iconic Sk8-Hi and Era silhouettes, the shoes employ a combination of supple calfskin leather and suede uppers. The Sk8-Hi Decon LX features deconstructed upper, a leather outer panel and suede interior panel, finished with a heavy gauged tonal stitch side stripe. The OG Era LX features a calfskin at the toe and suede at the side panels. Both models feature Vans’ signature vulcanized Waffle outsole, with a pigskin leather lining, instep mil-spec print, contrasting black bumper and heel plate.
Release Information: The HAVEN / VANS® Vault Sk8-Hi Decon LX and OG Era LX will release in-stores at HAVEN Toronto and HAVEN Vancouver on October 5th at 11:00 AM local time. Remaining quantities will be made available online at 1:00 PM PST / 4:00 PM EST.
Creative Direction & Photography
Stylng - Chais Mingo
Photo Assistant - Jefford Lam
Vans® & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019.
Showcasing a select brand list of HAVEN’s Fall / Winter 2019 deliveries of outerwear essentials, layering options and cold weather accessories. Featuring White Mountaineering, The North Face, Sasquatchfabrix., Ten c, Burton AK457, Stone Island and more.
Creative Direction & Photography
Styling - Theo
Photo Assistant - Jefford Lam
Models - Jacob (Want Management) & Jackson (Plutino Models)
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019.
In celebration of Air Max Month, HAVEN partnered with Nike and Kid. Studio, a design and film studio in Toronto, in creating an original editorial for the release of the Nike x ACRONYM® Air Vapormax FK Moc 2. Inspired by Tai Chi, the editorial explores the concept of ‘how air moves us’ through a dark, cinematic lens.
Creative Direction & Photography
Directed & Produced by Kid. Studio
Cinematography - Ali Khurshid
Art Direction & Styling - Alyssa Alikpala
Photo Assistant - Jefford Lam
Model - Tylor Jay Santos
Nike, Acronym & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2018.
Veilance’s Spring/Summer 2019 collection sees updates, with modernized classics and exceptional new silhouettes. Dynamic materials with Veilance’s unmatched construction methods offer products that typify weightlessness and immeasurable freedom. This season presents solutions designed in response to urban environments: each piece can easily be worn from the gym to the office without losing style or substance. Veilance’s system feature products that are effortlessly integrable and storable, with several lightweight pieces offering their own stow-away packs. Discover the latest from Veilance, available now at HAVEN
Creative Direction, Styling & Photography.
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Model — Ben (Want Management)
Arc’teryx Veilance, HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019.
HAVEN’s Spring/Summer 2021 collection continues their commitment to creating premium quality, utilitarian garments, purposefully designed to bring improvement to modern day life. Advancing a modern Canadian design perspective, HAVEN balances familiarity with ingenuity, focusing on elevated comfort and enhanced utility.
This season HAVEN introduces Schoeller Dryskin. This technically advanced fabric is crafted in Switzerland and is wind and water repellant while remaining extremely breathable. The doubleweave construction is extremely lightweight and has dynamic, four-way stretch ensuring complete freedom of movement. HAVEN also expanded their use of Stotz EtaProof this season across a range of trousers, shorts and outerwear. Crafted in Switzerland, EtaProof is made from extra long staple organic yarns woven into an extremely dense cloth to create an all-weather fabric with rain and wind protection and a natural feel.
For transitional mid-layers, HAVEN implemented Polartec® 100 series fleece. This time-tested fabric is suitable for all four seasons and a wide range of climates it is one of the lightest fleece in the Polartec® line, and is made from premium, water-resistant polyester yarns. For the warmest months, HAVEN utilizes COOLMAX® textiles that are renowned for their moisture wicking properties that helps keep you dry and cool throughout. In order to optimize performance, HAVEN employs a range of COOLMAX® fabrics including an ultralight ripstop and breathable linen blend for shirts and durable cotton twill for pants and shorts.
Creative Direction & Photography
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Styling — Chais Mingo
Models — Kai & Jacob (Elite Models)
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2021.
Interview and editorial published in The New Order Magazine no. 23.
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Creative Direction & Photography
Styling — Jefford Lam
Models — Ben & Mase (Want Management)
The New Order Magazine & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2020.
The Force — An interview and editorial featuring HAVEN’s Spring/Summer 2021 collection in Japanese publication, GRIND vol. 102.
Creative Direction & Photography.
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Styling — Chais Mingo
Hair — Caroline Levin (p1m)
Models — Kai (Elite Models), Evan (Want Management)
Grind Magazine, HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2021.
HAVEN Product feature in Japanese publication, Prodism Magazine no. 21.
Creative Direction & Photography.
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
PRODISM Magazine & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019.
For HAVEN’s spring / summer 2019 season, we showcased a series of seasonal deliveries in this ‘life of an artist and his studio’ editorial. Brands highlighted are HUMAN MADE, Junya Watanabe MAN, CAV EMPT, Sasquatchfabrix and visvim®
Creative Direction & Photography
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Styling — Melissa Chai
Artwork — Joshua Advincula
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019.
Creative Direction, Styling Direction & Photography
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Styling — Chais Mingo
Models — Karl & Marcell (Elite Models)
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019.
Partnership content with Vans® Vault for their second capsule collection with Japanese brand, WTAPS. Published on HAVEN’s website and social media platforms.
Long time collaborators WTAPS and Vans Vault come together again this season for a second capsule of footwear and apparel that combine WTAPS designer Tetsu Nishiyama’s affinity for skateboarding and military garments. Utilizing the OG Sk8-Hi LX and OG Era LX silhouettes, the shoes feature supple suede uppers in either black or orange. The uppers are cast in premium suede and feature WTAPS’ iconic “crossbone” graphic embroidered in contrast white thread. The shoes are finished with a vulcanized rubber sole, an embroidered WTVUA logo at the heel and co-branded insoles. The collection also includes a range of sweaters, t-shirts and bandana’s adorned with custom WTAPS and Vans Vault prints.
Creative Direction & Photography
Stylist — Jefford Lam
Model — Mitchell (Want Management)
Vans® & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2020.
Published as an online editorial featuring HAVEN’s latest fall / winter 2017 deliveries of Stone Island & Stone Island Shadow Project.
Creative Direction, Layout Design & Photography
Styling — Jefford Lam
Model — Yasir
Stone Island, HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2017.
Creative Direction & Photography
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Styling — Chais Mingo
Models — Mitchell (Want Mangement) & Sooleen (Elmer Olsen)
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2018.
Published as an online editorial featuring HAVEN’s latest Kapital fall / winter 2017 deliveries.
Creative Direction & Photography
Styling - Melissa Chai
Photo Assistant - Jefford Lam
Model - Cohen (Want Management)
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2017.
HAVEN’s Fall/Winter 2019 collection fuses modern and traditional technologies and textiles, to optimize function, comfort and aesthetics for use in the urban environment. Making extensive use of Primaloft®, down insulation, Polartec® and CORDURA® textiles, this collection is unified by the objective of providing durable warmth and protection. These fabrics are combined, layered and contrasted in their application to a range of military and workwear inspired garments to create a modern and utilitarian collection.
This delivery features the implementation of durable, weather-ready textiles and constructions. Extraordinary thermal heat retention is offered with 700 down fill, alongside quilted Primaloft® linings and Polartec® panelling. Mid- and heavy-weight cotton fleece is used across a range of cut-and-sew pieces, providing relaxed comfort for cool climates. With a tight-knit construction, the woollen watch caps feature a dimensional look and dual brand labels along the brim.
Creative Direction & Photography
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Styling — Chais Mingo
Models — Andrew (Spot 6 Management) & Kyri (Ciotti Models)
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2019.
Published as an online editorial to showcase HAVEN’s new fall/winter 2017 delivery of Arc’teryx Veilance.
Creative Direction & Photography
Cinematography & Editor — Gerald Lising
Styling — Melissa Chai
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
2nd AD — Hansel Alonzo
Models — Nick & Nathan (Want Management)
Veilance, HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2017.
Continuing HAVEN’s long-standing relationship with Shinsuke Takizawa’s iconic NEIGHBORHOOD, HAVEN’s latest collaborative collection is inspired by the utilitarian and durable characteristics of military garments. The four-piece collection features signature NEIGHBORHOOD ‘SAVAGE’ construction techniques, characterized by intricate patchwork, repairs, and custom modifications. Made in Japan from washed cotton herringbone and cotton sateen, the modified M-65 . NC / C-JKT features a collarless neckline, asymmetrical sleeves, rear snap patch pocket and co-branded mil-spec graphic label. The MIL-BDU / C-PT pants are tailored with a relaxed fit and come updated with large cargo pockets, patch reinforced knees, and zip thigh pockets. Rounding out the collection is a duo of graphic tee’s with oversized collaborative mil-spec prints.
Creative Direction, Styling Direction & Photography
Styling — Jefford Lam
Models — Foley, Kyrie (Ciotti Models), Yasir, & Zak (Want Management)
Neighborhood & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2018.
Creative Direction & Photography
Assistant Director — Jefford Lam
Styling — Chais Mingo
Models — Gianluca & Daniel (Want Management)
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2018.
Creative Direction & Photography
Styling — Chais Mingo
Photo Assistant — Jefford Lam
Model — Gianluca (Want Management)
Nepenthes & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2018.
Creative Direction & Photography
Art Direction & Styling — Melissa Chai
Photo Assistant — Jefford Lam
Model — Stefano (Elite Models)
Kapital & HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2018.
Wonders Fall/Winter 2019 Lookbook, designed by David Manaloto & Cameron Dunn
Photography & Retouching.
Among Wonders. 2019.
Published as an editorial for HAVEN, showcasing the new must-have pieces from visvim, sacai, HUMAN MADE, COMME des GARÇONS HOMME, Junya Watanabe MAN and many more.
Creative Direction & Photography
Art Direction & Styling — Melissa Chai
Photo Assistant — Jefford Lam
Model — Felix (Ciotti Models)
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2018.
Published as an online editorial featuring HAVEN’s latest fall / winter 2017 deliveries of Engineered Garments.
Creative Direction & Photography
Styling — Jefford Lam
Model — Count
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2017.
Published as an online editorial for HAVEN Fall / Winter 2017, featuring the Vans Vault x ALYX collaboration.
Creative Direction & Photography
Styling - Jefford Lam
Model - Jacob (Want Management)
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2017.
Named after a traditional Japanese poem "Iroha" and inspired by cinematic sequences from Andrew Dominik's period film "The Assassination of Jesse James"; this Fall/Winter 2017 editorial is set against idyllic backdrops and pastures past its former glory. Contemporary styling with modern takes on heritage silhouettes are seen from Common Projects, Engineered Garments, KAPITAL, MAPLE, Needles, NEIGHBORHOOD, nonnative, sacai, Sasquatchfabrix., Undercover, YSTRDY'S TMRRW, White Mountaineering.
Creative Direction & Photography
Assistant Director & 2nd Photographer — Jefford Lam
Styling — Andrew Ferguson
Model — Jacob (Want Management)
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2017.
Published as an online editorial for HAVEN, showcasing their latest spring / summer 2017 deliveries.
Creative Direction & Photography
Styling & Art Direction - Melissa Chai
Model - Fox
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2017.
Published as an online editorial for HAVEN, featuring brands such as adidas by kolor, sacai, Y-3, TAKAHIROMIYASHITA The SoloIst., Stone Island, Arc'teryx Veilance, White Mountaineering and more.
Creative Direction & Photography
Styling — Melissa Chai
Model — Foley
HAVEN Apparel Inc. 2017.
