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Red Cap Cards
(18 December 2008) - Red Cap Cards, the Beverly Hills-based creator of smartly illustrated letterpress greeting cards, journals, and clothing, has just added Anke Weckmann and Lauren Duarte to their list of collaborators. Established in 2004 by Hal Mertz and illustrator Carrie Gifford—who also goes by Apple Moshberry—Red Cap Cards have spent the past four years perfecting their collection of whimsical designs, many boasting adorable little stick figures with...
(18 December 2008) - Red Cap Cards, the Beverly Hills-based creator of smartly illustrated letterpress greeting cards, journals, and clothing, has just added Anke Weckmann and Lauren Duarte to their list of collaborators. Established in 2004 by Hal Mertz and illustrator Carrie Gifford—who also goes by Apple Moshberry—Red Cap Cards have spent the past four years perfecting their collection of whimsical designs, many boasting adorable little stick figures with...
Akomplice Clothing Season Nine
(16 December 2008) - We've been keeping tabs on brothers Mike and Patrick McCarney at Akomplice Clothing since the early days and it's been a pleasure to watch their line expand from their humble origins in the Colorado Rockies to ferrying their fans around in limousines during the last Presidential Election. The McCarney Brothers have unveiled their Ninth Seasonwith a line of streetwear and accessories that's worth checking...
(16 December 2008) - We've been keeping tabs on brothers Mike and Patrick McCarney at Akomplice Clothing since the early days and it's been a pleasure to watch their line expand from their humble origins in the Colorado Rockies to ferrying their fans around in limousines during the last Presidential Election. The McCarney Brothers have unveiled their Ninth Seasonwith a line of streetwear and accessories that's worth checking...
Raeburn Design
(12 December 2008) - Christopher Raeburn cleverly constructs high-end street wear from re-deployed parachutes and military fabrics. Sourced from uniforms of specific countries and vintages, Raeburn creates elegant pieces of clothing in stark contrast to the combat-ready materials from which they were made. We especially like the Parachute Jacket (pictured) for its breezy look. Using mainly recycled materials, these ethically-correct garments are produced in England. The outerwear features...
(12 December 2008) - Christopher Raeburn cleverly constructs high-end street wear from re-deployed parachutes and military fabrics. Sourced from uniforms of specific countries and vintages, Raeburn creates elegant pieces of clothing in stark contrast to the combat-ready materials from which they were made. We especially like the Parachute Jacket (pictured) for its breezy look. Using mainly recycled materials, these ethically-correct garments are produced in England. The outerwear features...
Architectural Clothes: Interview with designer Nahum Villasana
(12 December 2008) - by Ezra NataliaA normal work day for Nahum Villasana, the man behind Architectural Clothes, lately includes waking up before six in the morning to make it to his day job teaching English at an elementary school in Mexicali, Mexico. After the school day ends at three, he goes back to his house to start working on clothing designs. He often knocks off at around...
(12 December 2008) - by Ezra NataliaA normal work day for Nahum Villasana, the man behind Architectural Clothes, lately includes waking up before six in the morning to make it to his day job teaching English at an elementary school in Mexicali, Mexico. After the school day ends at three, he goes back to his house to start working on clothing designs. He often knocks off at around...
Entermodal Pop-Up: Factory
(11 December 2008) - Entermodal, a luxury leather goods producer known for their quality craftsmanship and commitment to sustainable practices is relocating their Portland-based factory to the streets of Soho tomorrow with their first-ever "Pop-Up: Factory" at Odin boutique.Designer and founder Larry Olmstead is moving his custom tool set, a century old stitching horse, a selection of never before released leather options and linings, along with his team,...
(11 December 2008) - Entermodal, a luxury leather goods producer known for their quality craftsmanship and commitment to sustainable practices is relocating their Portland-based factory to the streets of Soho tomorrow with their first-ever "Pop-Up: Factory" at Odin boutique.Designer and founder Larry Olmstead is moving his custom tool set, a century old stitching horse, a selection of never before released leather options and linings, along with his team,...
Brendan Donnelly T-Shirt Giveaway
(10 December 2008) - New York based t-shirt designer Brendan Donnelly is giving away two shirts from his collection to lucky CH readers. Donnelly started designing T-Shirts after dropping out of art school, seeing it as the easiest way to show and promote his art work. His most recent collections No Cats Allowed and kid's line Lil' Rascals feature drawings of dogs outfitted in pirate gear, top hats...
(10 December 2008) - New York based t-shirt designer Brendan Donnelly is giving away two shirts from his collection to lucky CH readers. Donnelly started designing T-Shirts after dropping out of art school, seeing it as the easiest way to show and promote his art work. His most recent collections No Cats Allowed and kid's line Lil' Rascals feature drawings of dogs outfitted in pirate gear, top hats...
Vinyl Is Forever
(05 December 2008) - In the spirit of classic slogans like I ♥ NY and Virginia Is For Lovers, Soundscreen Design pays tribute to the continual obsession of music junkies' everlasting love of vinyl records with a series of collaborations wherein designers and studios create iconic interpretations of the phrase Vinyl Is Forever. Hamburg-based graphic design and illustration studio, Human Empire inaugurates the collection of limited edition shirts,...
(05 December 2008) - In the spirit of classic slogans like I ♥ NY and Virginia Is For Lovers, Soundscreen Design pays tribute to the continual obsession of music junkies' everlasting love of vinyl records with a series of collaborations wherein designers and studios create iconic interpretations of the phrase Vinyl Is Forever. Hamburg-based graphic design and illustration studio, Human Empire inaugurates the collection of limited edition shirts,...
Jack Threads Online Streetwear Shopping Community
(03 December 2008) - by Lynne Johnson Jack Threads is an invite-only online shopping community offering brand names in the surf, skate, and street cultures—offered daily for at least fifty percent off. And there's only one fresh pick per day. The site's founder, Jason Ross, puts the inspiration behind the site this way, "I'm a consumer who was always in streetwear and men's contemporary fashion, however I wasn't...
(03 December 2008) - by Lynne Johnson Jack Threads is an invite-only online shopping community offering brand names in the surf, skate, and street cultures—offered daily for at least fifty percent off. And there's only one fresh pick per day. The site's founder, Jason Ross, puts the inspiration behind the site this way, "I'm a consumer who was always in streetwear and men's contemporary fashion, however I wasn't...
Sfera Kid's Poncho
(02 December 2008) - We wanted to add this to our 2008 gift guide but regrettably even with the help of Google Translate we still couldn't figure out how to purchase this adorable kiddy poncho. (We're adding "learn Japanese" to the CH 2009 New Years Resolutions). Made by design group Sfera and handwoven in Finland, this is by the far the cuddliest little poncho we've seen made completely...
(02 December 2008) - We wanted to add this to our 2008 gift guide but regrettably even with the help of Google Translate we still couldn't figure out how to purchase this adorable kiddy poncho. (We're adding "learn Japanese" to the CH 2009 New Years Resolutions). Made by design group Sfera and handwoven in Finland, this is by the far the cuddliest little poncho we've seen made completely...
The 48 Hour T-Shirt
(01 December 2008) - Another Black Friday has come and gone in the United States and here's an offering that simultaneously lampoons consumer culture and offers a limited supply of tees. After all, few have done as good a job as Rob Walker whose book points out out how advertisers' sophisticated sleight of hand has made chumps of us all. Walker has just unveiled the 48 Hour T-Shirt. (Click...
(01 December 2008) - Another Black Friday has come and gone in the United States and here's an offering that simultaneously lampoons consumer culture and offers a limited supply of tees. After all, few have done as good a job as Rob Walker whose book points out out how advertisers' sophisticated sleight of hand has made chumps of us all. Walker has just unveiled the 48 Hour T-Shirt. (Click...
Sandra Backlund: Sculptural Knits SS09
(24 November 2008) - The most astonishing collection we saw at London Fashion Week back in September was "Pool Position" by Swedish designer Sandra Backlund. Since then we've been eagerly awaiting some images of these radically sculptural knits to share with you. Now these photographs by John Scarisbrick have arrived we are reminded of the fantastical structures that stopped us in our tracks a few months ago. Backlund...
(24 November 2008) - The most astonishing collection we saw at London Fashion Week back in September was "Pool Position" by Swedish designer Sandra Backlund. Since then we've been eagerly awaiting some images of these radically sculptural knits to share with you. Now these photographs by John Scarisbrick have arrived we are reminded of the fantastical structures that stopped us in our tracks a few months ago. Backlund...
Mister Freedom: The Last Cruise, Salty Years
(20 November 2008) - The brainchild of LA-based Frenchman Christophe Loiron, Mister Freedom is a denim clothing line produced by Toyo Enterprises (of Sugar Cane and Buzz Rickson fame) that sticks to an overarching Naval theme. Like the first line, the new winter collection imagines the tailored clothing of a merchant Navy sailor as he travels the seven seas. This time around, we find our sailor in the...
(20 November 2008) - The brainchild of LA-based Frenchman Christophe Loiron, Mister Freedom is a denim clothing line produced by Toyo Enterprises (of Sugar Cane and Buzz Rickson fame) that sticks to an overarching Naval theme. Like the first line, the new winter collection imagines the tailored clothing of a merchant Navy sailor as he travels the seven seas. This time around, we find our sailor in the...
Alexandra Cassaniti's Summer Bummer Collection
(12 November 2008) - Winter might be coming but we found a whole new way to channel a west coast vibe with Alexandra Cassaniti's "Summer Bummer" collection. Alexandra's philosophy? It's always summer somewhere. We love the feel-good concept as much as we like the nonchalant weirdness of her neoprene beret and "hairy surfboard," shaped by world class surfer Craig Hollingsworth. Already known among followers of fashion for her...
(12 November 2008) - Winter might be coming but we found a whole new way to channel a west coast vibe with Alexandra Cassaniti's "Summer Bummer" collection. Alexandra's philosophy? It's always summer somewhere. We love the feel-good concept as much as we like the nonchalant weirdness of her neoprene beret and "hairy surfboard," shaped by world class surfer Craig Hollingsworth. Already known among followers of fashion for her...
Beaufiful/Decay 2008 Holiday T-Shirts
(11 November 2008) - Designers Alex Trogut and Aya Kato have unveiled a new line of Beautiful/Decay shirts under the creative direction of Something in the Universe, Beautiful/Decay's L.A.-based creative think tank. Beautiful/Decay's tees often grab headlines on CH with their super soft fabrics, superior cuts and fresh graphics. Their appealing line of hoodies launched last year, proves they're still on top of their game as Trochut and...
(11 November 2008) - Designers Alex Trogut and Aya Kato have unveiled a new line of Beautiful/Decay shirts under the creative direction of Something in the Universe, Beautiful/Decay's L.A.-based creative think tank. Beautiful/Decay's tees often grab headlines on CH with their super soft fabrics, superior cuts and fresh graphics. Their appealing line of hoodies launched last year, proves they're still on top of their game as Trochut and...
Saint Augustine's Academy
(07 November 2008) - We breathed a sigh of relief when we first discovered menswear label, Saint Augustine Academy. Since its inception in 2002, the Sydney-based team has risen to cult-status among individuals with a keen eye for sophistication and intelligent design. Playing on the lifestyle of a modern rock-and-roll star, the designers at Saint Augustine Academy are heavily inspired by the rock nouveau ethos that surrounded bands...
(07 November 2008) - We breathed a sigh of relief when we first discovered menswear label, Saint Augustine Academy. Since its inception in 2002, the Sydney-based team has risen to cult-status among individuals with a keen eye for sophistication and intelligent design. Playing on the lifestyle of a modern rock-and-roll star, the designers at Saint Augustine Academy are heavily inspired by the rock nouveau ethos that surrounded bands...
Inazuma Festival: Japan Celebrates Americana
(04 November 2008) - by Kiya BabzaniJapan's love affair with Americana is no secret. Hot rods, hamburgers and Harleys hold a special place in Japanese culture and their market for classic denim and workwear is thriving. So it's no surprise that the global leader in dressing up like the Fonz celebrated the fourth annual Inazuma Festival this Sunday on Odaiba, an island just off the mainland near Tokyo. Organized...
(04 November 2008) - by Kiya BabzaniJapan's love affair with Americana is no secret. Hot rods, hamburgers and Harleys hold a special place in Japanese culture and their market for classic denim and workwear is thriving. So it's no surprise that the global leader in dressing up like the Fonz celebrated the fourth annual Inazuma Festival this Sunday on Odaiba, an island just off the mainland near Tokyo. Organized...
Nikicio Clothing
(03 November 2008) - by Ezra Natalia Established in 2006, Nikicio is an Indonesia-based label that infuses humor into traditional menswear-inspired cuts. Creative Director Nina Nikicio's wit shows up in a quirky embroidered dress, quilted bags and a hand-embroidered blanket. Her first collaboration, called Millimeter, with Ginetta Dadia, a young talented accessories designer is also a playful approach to fashion, using colorful hand print-shaped designs. Nikicio's anti-fashion approach, ignores...
(03 November 2008) - by Ezra Natalia Established in 2006, Nikicio is an Indonesia-based label that infuses humor into traditional menswear-inspired cuts. Creative Director Nina Nikicio's wit shows up in a quirky embroidered dress, quilted bags and a hand-embroidered blanket. Her first collaboration, called Millimeter, with Ginetta Dadia, a young talented accessories designer is also a playful approach to fashion, using colorful hand print-shaped designs. Nikicio's anti-fashion approach, ignores...
Akomplice: Limousine Early Voting Party
(29 October 2008) - Akomplice, the brainchild of two brothers in their early 20s from a tiny mountain townin the Colorado Rockies has made some strides since we last checked in with them in 2006. Brothers Mike and Patrick McCarney have recently entered the political fray with their Ballin' With Barack '08 t-shirts. The company is throwing a “early voting party” from 11am-6pm Thursday, 30 October 2008, in...
(29 October 2008) - Akomplice, the brainchild of two brothers in their early 20s from a tiny mountain townin the Colorado Rockies has made some strides since we last checked in with them in 2006. Brothers Mike and Patrick McCarney have recently entered the political fray with their Ballin' With Barack '08 t-shirts. The company is throwing a “early voting party” from 11am-6pm Thursday, 30 October 2008, in...
SanjayShirts
(29 October 2008) - Express yourself with SanjayShirts, political and humorous tee shirts designed to reflect what's on your mind—whether it's how much you're not enjoying work or who should run our country come 4 November. We particularly enjoy the subtle endorsement of sporting a Abe Lincoln shirt. Run by Zazzle, you can pick your design and have it printed on any American Apparel shirt or hoodie and...
(29 October 2008) - Express yourself with SanjayShirts, political and humorous tee shirts designed to reflect what's on your mind—whether it's how much you're not enjoying work or who should run our country come 4 November. We particularly enjoy the subtle endorsement of sporting a Abe Lincoln shirt. Run by Zazzle, you can pick your design and have it printed on any American Apparel shirt or hoodie and...
Comme des Garçons for H&M
(21 October 2008) - by Ariston AndersonWe haven't been so excited about a diffusion line since Proenza Schouler came to Target. Comme des Garçons, literally "like some boys," is about to take H&M by storm with a men's and women's collection that pulls up some of the avant garde design house's signature trends, like mad polka dots, externally embroidered jackets, wool suits, skirts and shorts with disjointed pieces. The...
(21 October 2008) - by Ariston AndersonWe haven't been so excited about a diffusion line since Proenza Schouler came to Target. Comme des Garçons, literally "like some boys," is about to take H&M by storm with a men's and women's collection that pulls up some of the avant garde design house's signature trends, like mad polka dots, externally embroidered jackets, wool suits, skirts and shorts with disjointed pieces. The...
Nau Relaunch
(17 October 2008) - For those of you still heartbroken over the disappearance of environmentally and performance-driven clothiers Nau, grab your Seventh Generation tissues and dry your tears because Nau is back. Armed with even more beautiful sustainable fabrics, the 2008 Fall/Holiday collection will bring about a positive change, both environmentally and in terms of how we view eco-friendly fashion. Some highlights from the collection include the Nau classic,...
(17 October 2008) - For those of you still heartbroken over the disappearance of environmentally and performance-driven clothiers Nau, grab your Seventh Generation tissues and dry your tears because Nau is back. Armed with even more beautiful sustainable fabrics, the 2008 Fall/Holiday collection will bring about a positive change, both environmentally and in terms of how we view eco-friendly fashion. Some highlights from the collection include the Nau classic,...
Maurie and Eve
(16 October 2008) - With waiting lists and preorders already taking place, there's enough competition for this label without sharing it with the world. But what the heck. A little bit of fashion karma never goes astray. So listen up ladies. If you haven't heard of Aussie label Maurie and Eve, you need to pay attention. Because their current collection, "End of the Line" is due to sell...
(16 October 2008) - With waiting lists and preorders already taking place, there's enough competition for this label without sharing it with the world. But what the heck. A little bit of fashion karma never goes astray. So listen up ladies. If you haven't heard of Aussie label Maurie and Eve, you need to pay attention. Because their current collection, "End of the Line" is due to sell...
Fallow Boutique
(15 October 2008) - The perfect balance between Shiraz and Parmesan is the metaphor that came to mind when we met Nat Denning, a fashion retailer, and Michael, a retail shopfitter, who have combined to create Fallow, one of Australia's most stylish and unique boutiques. Stocking the best of Australian and international labels including Friedrich Gray, Claude Maus, St Augustine Academy and Chronicles of Never, this boutique is...
(15 October 2008) - The perfect balance between Shiraz and Parmesan is the metaphor that came to mind when we met Nat Denning, a fashion retailer, and Michael, a retail shopfitter, who have combined to create Fallow, one of Australia's most stylish and unique boutiques. Stocking the best of Australian and international labels including Friedrich Gray, Claude Maus, St Augustine Academy and Chronicles of Never, this boutique is...
Safe by Rebecca Turbow Spring 09 Sneak Peek
(14 October 2008) - We've been fans of Brooklyn-based conceptual fashion designer Rebecca Turbow for years. Known for her space-age, mod-influenced designs and her signature look (she dressed in a palette of exclusively turquoise and white for over six years), Turbow recently transitioned into a new colorway of sleek grey and silver. Her Fall 2008 collection, available now at her online store, features sophisticated basics like a Button...
(14 October 2008) - We've been fans of Brooklyn-based conceptual fashion designer Rebecca Turbow for years. Known for her space-age, mod-influenced designs and her signature look (she dressed in a palette of exclusively turquoise and white for over six years), Turbow recently transitioned into a new colorway of sleek grey and silver. Her Fall 2008 collection, available now at her online store, features sophisticated basics like a Button...
Alife x Lacoste Polo
(02 October 2008) - by Ariston Anderson Are there ever days when you want to roll in to work on your skateboard but still have to look somewhat presentable? Well, the latest collaboration between purveyor of all things sneaker, Alife, and French sportswear mogul, Lacoste, is a polo shirt that is the perfect combination of preppy and punk. Featuring the largest alligator ever to grace a (legitimate) Lacoste shirt,...
(02 October 2008) - by Ariston Anderson Are there ever days when you want to roll in to work on your skateboard but still have to look somewhat presentable? Well, the latest collaboration between purveyor of all things sneaker, Alife, and French sportswear mogul, Lacoste, is a polo shirt that is the perfect combination of preppy and punk. Featuring the largest alligator ever to grace a (legitimate) Lacoste shirt,...
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