Published Mar 1st, 2011

Photography: Jared Sych Styling: Carl Abad – Artists Within Makeup and Hair: Erica Piebiak — Artists Within Prop Styling: Crystal McKenzie — Artists Within Actors: Ryan Luhning and Chantal Perron — Ground Zero Theatre and Hit & Myth Productions

Dressing for Dating with Ground Zero Theatre's Ryan Luhning and Chantal Perron

The right outfit is worth a thousand words when it comes to deciphering the subtle cues of dating.

Ryan Luhning and Chantal Perron star in Kung Fu Panties, a live-action play presented by Ground Zero Theatre and Hit & Myth Productions which runs from March 18 to April 3. GZT.ca


The best behaviour first date

On him: Sport coat by Etro, $1,425 and shirt by Hugo Boss, $175, both at Harry Rosen; jeans by Prada, $275 and shoes by Lanvin, $495, both at Henry Singer; watch by Emporio Armani, $405 at Watch It.

On her: Earrings, $250, and necklace, $725, both by Alexis Bittar at Rubaiyat; watch by Michael Kors, $215 at Watch It; cardigan by Etro at Holt Renfrew, $1,835; dress by Papillon Blanc, $162 at Blue Moon Accessories; shoes by Arnold Churgin, $135 at Arnold Churgin.

Props: Round table, $679 and DSR chair, $270, both by Eames; Purnukka placemat, $22 by Marimekko; Ego coffee mug, $71 and cappuccino mug, $57, both by Iittala, all at Kit Interior Objects; utensils, $19.50 (24-piece set), sugar bowl, $7.95, creamer, $7.95, Pia vase, $7.50, all at Nood; purple vase, $39 at Bo Concept; flowers from Wild About Flowers.



The sexy optimistic third date

On her: Dress by Dolce & Gabbana, $2,550 at Holt Renfrew; shoes by Sam Endelman, $225, and clutch by Arnold Churgin, $185, both at Arnold Churgin; necklaces by Agas & Tamar, $750 to $3,450, cuff by Roberta Chiarella, $175, all at Rubaiyat.

On him: Sport coat by Etro, $1,385, shirt by Hugo Boss, $295, pocket square by Dion, $45, sneakers by Lanvin, $650, all at Henry Singer; jeans by Hugo Boss, $225 at Harry Rosen; watch by Nixon, $600 at Watch It.

Props: Classic white napkin, $4.95, Bellamy carafe, $26.95 and Delish mini pedestal plate, $29.95 for 52 oz., all at Crate and Barrel; black platter and side plate, stylist’s own; candle holders, $129 (set of five) at Bo Concept; handmade chocolates at Epiphanie.



The breakfast of shame and triumph

On her: Shirt by Max Volmary Diamonds & Pearls, $220 at Mais Oui; jeans by Anoname, $135 and belt by Rough Roses, $118, both at Naked; leather cuff by Armenta, $5,150 and earrings by Alexis Bittar, $195, both at Rubaiyat; necklace by Manouk, $41 at Blue Moon Accessories.

On him: T-shirt by Dolce & Gabbana, $250 at Harry Rosen; jacket by Prada, $1,040 at Henry Singer; watch by Timex, $75 at Watch It.

Props: White tablecloth and bowl, stylist’s own; rose napkin, $8.95, Jeli cutlery, $3.95 each, Verve flute, $13.95, at Crate and Barrel; Flo dinner plate, $10.95 and Flo salad bowl, $12.95, both at Nood.



The “we can still be friends” date

On her: Jeans by James Jeans, $290 at Naked; tank top by Marc Cain Sports, $110 at Blu’s; jacket by Neon Buddha, $103 at Blue Moon Accessories; shoes by Anne Klein, $115 at Arnold Churgin; ring by Saundra Messinger, $450 and necklace by Echo of the Dreamer, $620, both at Rubaiyat.

On him: Boss Orange Khakis by Hugo Boss Orange, $145, shirt by Wings + Horn, $241, shoes by Lanvin, $595, all at Henry Singer.

Props: Black and white tea set, $49.99 at The Compleat Cook; Classic white napkins, $4.95 at Crate and Barrel and purple candle holders, $129 (for set of five) at Bo Concept.



The “things are gonna be different this time” date

On her: Blazer by Luisa Cerano, $775, top by Teenflo, $145, both at Blu’s; skirt by Spanner, $99 and cuff by Margareta Design, $58, both at Margareta Design; shoes by Arnold Churgin, $125 at Arnold Churgin; earrings, $195 and necklace, $475, both by Alexis Bittar at Rubaiyat; clutch by Miss Mak, $205 at Checkm8 Shoes.

On him: Dress shirt by Prada, $440, jeans by Prada, $275, sport coat by Hugo Boss, $695, tie by Etro, $170, all at Henry Singer.

Props: Tux five-piece place setting, $89.95 from Crate and Barrel; black and white tablecloth, stylist’s own.



The happily ever after date

On her: Dress by Andy Thê-Anh, $1,045 at Holt Renfrew; shoes by Arnold Churgin, $125 at Arnold Churgin; bangle by Monica Rich Kosann, $1,650, chandelier earrings by Echo the Dreamer, $180, lapis necklace by John Blair, $1,685, all at Rubaiyat.

On him: Suit by Hugo Boss, $1,095, shirt by Lanvin, $295, shoes by Prada, $765, bow tie by Lanvin, $155, all at Henry Singer.

 

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