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Puneet Duggal on Dressing Well & Why He Wears His Success on His Sleeve

Puneet Duggal on Dressing Well & Why He Wears His Success on His Sleeve

Posted Mar 10th, 2023

Puneet Duggal is a Solution Architect with CDW Canada, and one of only eight Canadian engineers with the Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) designation. We sat down with Duggal to learn more about his incredible achievements, and how he honours tradition and his success with a custom jacket. 

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Professional Boxer Sukhdeep Singh Chakria on His Promising Career and Personal Style

Professional Boxer Sukhdeep Singh Chakria on His Promising Career and Personal Style

Posted Oct 11th, 2022

We had the pleasure of interviewing promising professional boxer, Sukhdeep Singh Chakria about his career, goals, and style, and he is as much of an inspiration as he is an incredible athlete. Read on to learn more about how he's literally beating the odds with every opponent he fights and how his King & Bay custom suits complement his image and personal style.

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Celebrate Chinese New Year 2022 – the Year of the Water Tiger – in Style

Posted Nov 25th, 2021

Join us in celebrating the Year of the Water Tiger in style, with our exclusive designs for specialty jacket linings and pocket rounds. Purchase one of our 3 designs – Visionary, Duality, and Strength – and experience happiness and prosperity for the 2022 Chinese New Year.

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Stunningly elegant – Steve Lam dresses with style in a black and green floral tuxedo wedding suit

Stunningly elegant – Steve Lam dresses with style in a black and green floral tuxedo wedding suit

Posted Aug 3rd, 2021

Calgary business man and restaurant ownerSteve Lam was 'blown away' by the style guidance and service he received from Master Clothier Michael Truong.

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The photos of Soumik Sen and his bride speak volumes of their sophisticated style... and their deep love for each other

The photos of Soumik Sen and his bride speak volumes of their sophisticated style... and their deep love for each other

Posted Jun 29th, 2021

As one of King & Bay's first clients, we've come to know Soumik very well. So, when it came time for his wedding, we were honoured to to design a spectacular wedding tuxedo for him.

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Voice talent Tim Hughes, takes a style tip from Bruce Buffer wearing King & Bay custom smoking jackets into the ring

Voice talent Tim Hughes, takes a style tip from Bruce Buffer wearing King & Bay custom smoking jackets into the ring

Posted Jun 23rd, 2021

Glory Kickboxing announcer. Radio Host. Stadium announcer for the Las Vegas Raiders and University of Utah Football Games. Tim Hughes has done it all in style.

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Despite losing 30 lbs as we designed his custom wedding suit, RCAF pilot Ben Collis got an absolutely perfect fit

Despite losing 30 lbs as we designed his custom wedding suit, RCAF pilot Ben Collis got an absolutely perfect fit

Posted Jun 23rd, 2021

With a mix of virtual and in-person appointments, we worked with Ben to design a wedding suit that perfectly complimented his bride... and was ready for what the weather might deliver on his wedding day.

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To Neill Ashe, King & Bay delivered way more than a fabulous custom wedding suit

To Neill Ashe, King & Bay delivered way more than a fabulous custom wedding suit

Posted Jun 17th, 2021

Neill is a Growth & Partnerships, Point-of-Sale Lending at RBC – and knows what quality service looks like. Read his story to hear how King & Bay above and beyond his expectations.

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Bren Sambunathan gives King & Bay creative license with his wardrobe design

Bren Sambunathan gives King & Bay creative license with his wardrobe design

Posted Jun 14th, 2021

Bren describes himself on LinkedIn as a "technology evangelist, serial entrepreneur, and early stage investor." In other words... creative. Just the type of guy we love to work with!

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Our Virtual Style turned Darrell McGuire from skeptic to raving fan

Our Virtual Style turned Darrell McGuire from skeptic to raving fan

Posted Jun 11th, 2021

Darrell's online shopping experience with our Virtual Style option was exactly what he needed to look his very finest on his wedding day.

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Aaron Gifford 'felt like a million bucks' in his wedding suit by King & Bay

Aaron Gifford 'felt like a million bucks' in his wedding suit by King & Bay

Posted Jun 10th, 2021

We met Aaron Gifford at Canada's Bridal Show. He and Master Clothier Michael Truong hit it off immediately. The result was a wedding wardrobe that fit Aaron perfectly!

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Meet the Creative Visionary Behind the King & Bay Lounge

Meet the Creative Visionary Behind the King & Bay Lounge

Posted Sep 13th, 2020

FUTUREZONA's Ranbir Sidhu develops unique, jaw-dropping sculptures daringly expressed as furniture – as seen first hand in the stunning King & Bay lounge.

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Wasim Jarrah donates 100 shirts to King & Bay's #SOYBFaceMaskChallenge Shirt Drive

Wasim Jarrah donates 100 shirts to King & Bay's #SOYBFaceMaskChallenge Shirt Drive

Posted Apr 17th, 2020

[Toronto, ON] April 16, 2020: King & Bay, a Toronto-based custom clothier is pleased to announce a significant donation of materials for the #SOYBFaceMaskChallenge launched by the company earlier this month.

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One gorgeous smoking jacket gives Dwayne De Rosario three fabulous looks

One gorgeous smoking jacket gives Dwayne De Rosario three fabulous looks

Posted Mar 4th, 2020

A silk jacquard smoking jacket is definitely an investment piece – but with the flexibility it brings for creating multiple looks, we believe it's an investment with a great ROI.

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Digital agency entrepreneurs, Jeff Horst and Matt Martin, take a stand in custom sports jackets from King & Bay

Digital agency entrepreneurs, Jeff Horst and Matt Martin, take a stand in custom sports jackets from King & Bay

Posted Jan 12th, 2020

Jeff and Matt are creating a new reality for ethical, on-strategy digital marketing that delivers results. They're a new breed of entrepreneurs who recognize the value in dressing in quality garments that reflect their personal style.

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These stunning wedding garments were designed as an ode to Drew Maclennan's family history

These stunning wedding garments were designed as an ode to Drew Maclennan's family history

Posted Nov 18th, 2019

For his wedding to Patty Zou, Drew Maclennan wanted to honour his heritage with custom designed garments for his dad and himself.

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James Temple looks stunning in a smoking jacket at the MAD HOT BALLET Gala

James Temple looks stunning in a smoking jacket at the MAD HOT BALLET Gala

Posted Sep 5th, 2019

Guests of this years MAD HOT BALLET: Desert Dream – supporters the National Ballet of Canada – were dressed to impress in rich elegant colours and textures.

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Professional boxer Sukhdeep Singh Chakria has a personal style worth fighting for

Professional boxer Sukhdeep Singh Chakria has a personal style worth fighting for

Posted Aug 18th, 2019

If the essence of an individual is reflected in how he presents himself to the world, professional boxer Sukhdeep Singh Chakria offers us a glimpse into the what's at the heart of his success.

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YouTube Business Partner Tim Lamch balances comfort with King & Bay style

YouTube Business Partner Tim Lamch balances comfort with King & Bay style

Posted May 15th, 2019

For Tim Lanch, comfort doesn't come at the expense of style. He believes that with the right approach, comfort and style are one and the same.

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CFO Geoffrey Liang believes that good style means being unique and thinking outside the box

CFO Geoffrey Liang believes that good style means being unique and thinking outside the box

Posted May 14th, 2019

Client and friend Geoffrey Liang may work in the classic corporate environment, but that doesn’t stop him from adding a personal touch to his business look with the help of King & Bay.

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Managing Partner Saye Sathiyakumar makes lasting first impressions in a custom suit

Managing Partner Saye Sathiyakumar makes lasting first impressions in a custom suit

Posted Mar 13th, 2019

Saye believes first impressions are lasting impressions. His approach to creating memorable experiences is looking confident and feeling good in a custom suit from King & Bay.

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Whiskey expert Tom Vanek looks to King & Bay for the style to match his premium tasting events

Whiskey expert Tom Vanek looks to King & Bay for the style to match his premium tasting events

Posted Jan 16th, 2019

Through his Vanek Whiskey Events, Tom aims to delight and entertain both the connoisseur and the curious – with a unique custom look that suits his style perfectly.

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Catering Chef Felipe Recaman expresses his personal style with a custom chef jacket

Catering Chef Felipe Recaman expresses his personal style with a custom chef jacket

Posted Nov 3rd, 2018

After a surprise introduction to King & Bay by his biggest fan, Chef Felipe Recaman is thrilled with his custom chef's jacket.

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Phelpsgroup Partner Brian Bachand is confident in his bold approach to the traditional business suit

Phelpsgroup Partner Brian Bachand is confident in his bold approach to the traditional business suit

Posted Oct 30th, 2018

In his role as an executive search and leadership development expert Brian Bachand makes a confident impression with bold colours and patterns in his custom business suits.

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Financial Services Executive Chad Alderson exudes confidence in a unique custom-tailored wardrobe

Financial Services Executive Chad Alderson exudes confidence in a unique custom-tailored wardrobe

Posted Oct 15th, 2018

Chad might be quick to describe his style as 'conservative banker' but we think it’s more helpful to imagine him as a Canadian Harvey Specter.

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Michael O'Rourke experiences the ultimate Toronto Blue Jays fan event with Lloyd Moseby, in support of the Jays Care Foundation

Michael O'Rourke experiences the ultimate Toronto Blue Jays fan event with Lloyd Moseby, in support of the Jays Care Foundation

Posted Oct 7th, 2018

One of two limited edition smoking jackets, a private event dinner with Lloyd... it was a dream come true for the winning bidder of the 'Dress to Impress with Lloyd Moseby' silent auction item.

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All we have to say about this stunning plum and forest double windowpane sport jacket is ... wow!

All we have to say about this stunning plum and forest double windowpane sport jacket is ... wow!

Posted Aug 29th, 2018

Retail technology entrepreneur, Steven Berkovitz, has been building his wardrobe of custom suits and sports jackets, one great piece at a time.

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Upcoming Media founder, Mark Shaw gets personal style and business 'cred' with custom jackets

Upcoming Media founder, Mark Shaw gets personal style and business 'cred' with custom jackets

Posted Jul 16th, 2018

Upcoming Media founder, Mark Shaw gets both personal style and business 'cred' with custom sports jackets from King & Bay.

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Congratulations to Lloyd Moseby on his induction to the Baseball Hall of Fame!

Congratulations to Lloyd Moseby on his induction to the Baseball Hall of Fame!

Posted Jun 19th, 2018

The King & Bay team was very honoured to have the opportunity to design a spectacular custom smoking jacket for former Toronto Blue Jay, Lloyd Moseby.

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Creative Director Jordan Versluis invests where it counts...in pieces that fit perfectly

Creative Director Jordan Versluis invests where it counts...in pieces that fit perfectly

Posted May 27th, 2018

To Jordan Versluis, smart spending means investing in quality, stylish garments – and this stunning raw silk smoking jacket is paying off for him.

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Ryan Bulmer knows how to stand out respectfully in the corporate finance 'sea of blue'

Ryan Bulmer knows how to stand out respectfully in the corporate finance 'sea of blue'

Posted May 27th, 2018

Ryan believes that style-forward suits, can both respect the expectations of the business environment, and express the wearer's personal style.

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Jay Arzadon's commitment to his personal style is equal to his commitment to his personal fitness

Jay Arzadon's commitment to his personal style is equal to his commitment to his personal fitness

Posted May 27th, 2018

As the founder and head coach of Arzadon Fitness, a premium fitness studio in downtown Toronto, Jay has a fanatical commitment to personal fitness – both for himself and his clients.

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Sculpture & furniture artist Mike Wilkins selects one-of-a-kind fabric for his first custom jacket

Sculpture & furniture artist Mike Wilkins selects one-of-a-kind fabric for his first custom jacket

Posted May 1st, 2018

We'd been waiting for the perfect client – one who would appreciate a custom jacket made from this stunning, limited edition 'stained glass' fabric. Sculpture artist, Michael Wilkins was the one.

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Humanitarian, philanthropist, author & successful business man – Ali Manek is a whirlwind!

Humanitarian, philanthropist, author & successful business man – Ali Manek is a whirlwind!

Posted Apr 16th, 2018

Every day through his business, his family and his humanitarian work, Ali Manek challenges each of us to achieve a life worth living well.

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Successful entrepreneur, Daniel Guest, wears a look that reflects his confidence & capabilities

Successful entrepreneur, Daniel Guest, wears a look that reflects his confidence & capabilities

Posted Apr 9th, 2018

Daniel Guest's business is booming, and as successful young entrepreneur, custom suit from King & Bay help him look the part.

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Pinstripe never looked more powerful than on entrepreneur and philanthropist Julian Ricci

Pinstripe never looked more powerful than on entrepreneur and philanthropist Julian Ricci

Posted Mar 26th, 2018

It was at a MAPP charity event that we became acquainted with Julian Ricci, his generosity and his love of bold style in custom suits and garments.

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Anthony Farinaccio honored his bride Kirsten with an elegant custom suits worm by his wedding party

Anthony Farinaccio honored his bride Kirsten with an elegant custom suits worm by his wedding party

Posted Mar 19th, 2018

You can't go wrong with simple, elegant and understated – as demonstrated by the perfection of the custom suits worn by Anthony's wedding party.

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In King & Bay, large scale land development project engineer Ashish Shukla emanates confidence

In King & Bay, large scale land development project engineer Ashish Shukla emanates confidence

Posted Mar 12th, 2018

To ensure he looks every bit as professional as his responsibilities demand, Ashish has followed the lead of colleagues at C.F. Crozier & Associates who first introduced him to King & Bay.

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Alex Osborne, Vice President at Caldwell Investment Management, wears business blue

Alex Osborne, Vice President at Caldwell Investment Management, wears business blue

Posted Feb 22nd, 2018

There is undoubtedly an expectation in the financial and banking industry of being well-dressed and our client Alex Osborne nails the look.

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Looking good is one thing...doing good is another. Meet Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson

Looking good is one thing...doing good is another. Meet Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson

Posted Feb 20th, 2018

We are so very impressed by clients like Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson, who not only aspires to excellence in his public life, but walks the talk in as Head Kids Coach with his family's Martial Arts Centre in South Carolina.

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