You may be familiar with Toronto based designer Waley Gao through his work with Canadian label Index as well as his own custom designed pieces he’s featured online. Today marks the launch of a new endeavorĀ Tired Lab, which is a distillation of design concepts that have inspired the designer in recent months. The full fledged line includes a full range of outerwear, shirting and trousers. The pieces stand out with their unique blend of details which includeĀ hand-stitching, mixed fabric selections and utilitarian pocket and zipper placement. One perfect example of this mindset is the versatile 2-in-1 convertible Phase Vest which doubles as a side bag when it’s not being worn.
Among the notable items are a logo graphic tee, a Cropped Flannel Jacket and the Mechanics Jumpsuit. One thing that stands out about the selection is the fact that each piece is made to order. Each item is hand cut, sewn, and constructed on a per-order basis. Take a look at the lookbook for the debut collection below and visit Tired’s webshop to see the full range of products.
