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Duke Magazine
(07 September 2007) - In the latest issue of the funny and offensive Duke Magazine, the all-guns-blazing Sydney kids behind the fashion bent publication launch well-argued attacks against the green recycle bags as fashion, Tsubi ruining op-shopping for everyone and some woman who collects rubbish to add to the junkyard within her home. Yes, this is hard-hitting journalism at it's best. More info and subscriptions here. ...
(07 September 2007) - In the latest issue of the funny and offensive Duke Magazine, the all-guns-blazing Sydney kids behind the fashion bent publication launch well-argued attacks against the green recycle bags as fashion, Tsubi ruining op-shopping for everyone and some woman who collects rubbish to add to the junkyard within her home. Yes, this is hard-hitting journalism at it's best. More info and subscriptions here. ...
Modernist
(05 September 2007) - U.K.-based label Modernist makes their debut at London Fashion Week this month. Created by Sierra Leone's Abdul Koroma and Newcastle's Andrew Jones who met during their time at Max Mara, Modernist places an innovative twist on modern couture. Since its inception in September 2005 the label created by the Kingston School of Fashion graduates has achieved a number of accolades, including the coveted Top...
(05 September 2007) - U.K.-based label Modernist makes their debut at London Fashion Week this month. Created by Sierra Leone's Abdul Koroma and Newcastle's Andrew Jones who met during their time at Max Mara, Modernist places an innovative twist on modern couture. Since its inception in September 2005 the label created by the Kingston School of Fashion graduates has achieved a number of accolades, including the coveted Top...
Repetto Pop-Up Shop
(04 September 2007) - From 5 September-1 December 2007, the Earnest Sewn flagship will host a 90-day installation of the iconic French footwear label Repetto, offering a handful of shoe designs for purchase for the first time in the U.S. While this marks Repetto's first foray with pop-ups, Earnest Sewn has been a pioneer of the trend since April 2005, when they launched the Earnest Cut & Sew...
(04 September 2007) - From 5 September-1 December 2007, the Earnest Sewn flagship will host a 90-day installation of the iconic French footwear label Repetto, offering a handful of shoe designs for purchase for the first time in the U.S. While this marks Repetto's first foray with pop-ups, Earnest Sewn has been a pioneer of the trend since April 2005, when they launched the Earnest Cut & Sew...
Andrea Zittel: Smockshop
(04 September 2007) - Years ago as an assistant at Pat Hearn Gallery, artist Andrea Zittel didn’t have the cash to dress like a gallerina. Instead, she started sewing her own uniforms and made a version for winter and one for summer. The originals are now incredibly collectible, but Zittel is staging a resurrection of the line with her latest project, "Smockshop." Zittel designed a simple double wrap-around...
(04 September 2007) - Years ago as an assistant at Pat Hearn Gallery, artist Andrea Zittel didn’t have the cash to dress like a gallerina. Instead, she started sewing her own uniforms and made a version for winter and one for summer. The originals are now incredibly collectible, but Zittel is staging a resurrection of the line with her latest project, "Smockshop." Zittel designed a simple double wrap-around...
AMP
(04 September 2007) - Based on the consistently fresh cuts and minimalist feel, you'd think AMP (A Mulher do Padre) was new to the scene. But the São Paulo-based label known for styles more akin to edgy Japanese brands is in its lucky 13th year already and only recently really beginning to gain ground with the factions they want to convert: 20- and 30-somethings who no doubt take...
(04 September 2007) - Based on the consistently fresh cuts and minimalist feel, you'd think AMP (A Mulher do Padre) was new to the scene. But the São Paulo-based label known for styles more akin to edgy Japanese brands is in its lucky 13th year already and only recently really beginning to gain ground with the factions they want to convert: 20- and 30-somethings who no doubt take...
Lanyard Necklaces
(30 August 2007) - Neon plastic lanyard evokes a summer camp nostalgia when counselors schooled us in the art of kitsch key-chains and friendship bracelets. But in the hands of Philip O'Sullivan, the designer of an innovative new jewelry line, these notions of yesteryear are all but a memory. Made from hiking rope, which is crafted into beautifully intricate knots and finished with gunmetal hardware, each piece is...
(30 August 2007) - Neon plastic lanyard evokes a summer camp nostalgia when counselors schooled us in the art of kitsch key-chains and friendship bracelets. But in the hands of Philip O'Sullivan, the designer of an innovative new jewelry line, these notions of yesteryear are all but a memory. Made from hiking rope, which is crafted into beautifully intricate knots and finished with gunmetal hardware, each piece is...
10 Fall Bags
(28 August 2007) - This season, fall's fresh class of bags presents new versions of old favorites: duffels, totes and messengers. Whether fashioned in supple distressed leather or heavy-duty nylon, the best carryalls offer loads of wearable, functional options like adaptable straps, extra pockets, and nifty zippers in unexpected places. Light years beyond the briefcase, all these back-to-school bags score straight As for style. Above left: Common Projects...
(28 August 2007) - This season, fall's fresh class of bags presents new versions of old favorites: duffels, totes and messengers. Whether fashioned in supple distressed leather or heavy-duty nylon, the best carryalls offer loads of wearable, functional options like adaptable straps, extra pockets, and nifty zippers in unexpected places. Light years beyond the briefcase, all these back-to-school bags score straight As for style. Above left: Common Projects...
Two L.A. Boutiques
(27 August 2007) - With Los Angeles' recent spate of new boutiques—from East Coast imports Moss and Opening Ceremony to an A.P.C. flagship—the city's getting a major dose of prime retail adding to the few pioneers who were already there. The following are a couple more (located literally around the corner from each other in the popular 3rd Street district) who are doing their part to balance out...
(27 August 2007) - With Los Angeles' recent spate of new boutiques—from East Coast imports Moss and Opening Ceremony to an A.P.C. flagship—the city's getting a major dose of prime retail adding to the few pioneers who were already there. The following are a couple more (located literally around the corner from each other in the popular 3rd Street district) who are doing their part to balance out...
WESC 686 Jean
(24 August 2007) - If you're over tight jeans these days, then WESC's new 686 Raw Selvage Jeans are the way to go. Baggy, but not early '90s baggy, they're a medium-rise, straight leg pant with a more generous cut than super skinnies. Part of their premium denim line, the Japanese fabric (it's ring spun denim, produced on vintage shuttle looms with a handmade finishing process) features a...
(24 August 2007) - If you're over tight jeans these days, then WESC's new 686 Raw Selvage Jeans are the way to go. Baggy, but not early '90s baggy, they're a medium-rise, straight leg pant with a more generous cut than super skinnies. Part of their premium denim line, the Japanese fabric (it's ring spun denim, produced on vintage shuttle looms with a handmade finishing process) features a...
Refinery29 Countdown Videos
(22 August 2007) - Refinery29, our favorite co-conspirators in fashion, today launched Countdown, their series of online videos visiting top designers in their studios in the days leading up to New York's upcoming fashion week. The inaugural episode takes a look at duo Vena Cava who were recently nominated for the CFDA/Vogue fashion award, sneaking a peak at their upcoming collection and design process. With Alexander Wang, Rag...
(22 August 2007) - Refinery29, our favorite co-conspirators in fashion, today launched Countdown, their series of online videos visiting top designers in their studios in the days leading up to New York's upcoming fashion week. The inaugural episode takes a look at duo Vena Cava who were recently nominated for the CFDA/Vogue fashion award, sneaking a peak at their upcoming collection and design process. With Alexander Wang, Rag...
Diesel Wall 2007
(22 August 2007) - Diesel's impressed us once again with their tireless support of young creative talent and the inventive way they do it. The winners of their annual competition for the Diesel Wall have been announced and this year the project has grown from just one wall in Milan to four across the world. Like previous years, young creatives were asked to propose large-scale urban artworks, but...
(22 August 2007) - Diesel's impressed us once again with their tireless support of young creative talent and the inventive way they do it. The winners of their annual competition for the Diesel Wall have been announced and this year the project has grown from just one wall in Milan to four across the world. Like previous years, young creatives were asked to propose large-scale urban artworks, but...
Hecklewood T-Shirts
(20 August 2007) - Portland, Oregon-basedHecklewood is a streetwear label born from an obsession with fringe subcultures. Raised on a steady diet of art, pop culture, and punk, their collection draws inspiration from their youth in the '80s and '90s and the cultural happenings of today. Hecklewood and its two sister brands, Tanner and Off-set will be making their debut at the Pool Tradeshow 27-29 August in Las...
(20 August 2007) - Portland, Oregon-basedHecklewood is a streetwear label born from an obsession with fringe subcultures. Raised on a steady diet of art, pop culture, and punk, their collection draws inspiration from their youth in the '80s and '90s and the cultural happenings of today. Hecklewood and its two sister brands, Tanner and Off-set will be making their debut at the Pool Tradeshow 27-29 August in Las...
Call of the Wild A/W 2007
(17 August 2007) - London-based clothing label Call of the Wild's upcoming autumn/winter 2007 collection looks very promising. The work of graphic design duo Kai and Sunny, the two have worked together since college handling everything from illustration and art direction for companies such as Nike and Levi's, but some of their best work comes from their very own label, Call of the Wild. For their newest collection...
(17 August 2007) - London-based clothing label Call of the Wild's upcoming autumn/winter 2007 collection looks very promising. The work of graphic design duo Kai and Sunny, the two have worked together since college handling everything from illustration and art direction for companies such as Nike and Levi's, but some of their best work comes from their very own label, Call of the Wild. For their newest collection...
Peace Under Fire Jewelry
(16 August 2007) - DUMBO-based designer Brian Crumley's jewelry collection, "Peace Under Fire," was inspired by the "futility of the peace sign," as well as "a reaction to the glamorization and ubiquity of guns, knives, and the such in our culture," he says. Hence, the "Knot a Rifle" pin he created as a part of the latest five-piece collection. Made from sterling with gunmetal plating, the subtle embellishments...
(16 August 2007) - DUMBO-based designer Brian Crumley's jewelry collection, "Peace Under Fire," was inspired by the "futility of the peace sign," as well as "a reaction to the glamorization and ubiquity of guns, knives, and the such in our culture," he says. Hence, the "Knot a Rifle" pin he created as a part of the latest five-piece collection. Made from sterling with gunmetal plating, the subtle embellishments...
The Tammy Faye Necklace
(16 August 2007) - An homage to the world's most well-known mascara user, Portland artist/designer Stephanie Simek's Tammy Faye Necklace uses real human hair and sterling silver. It's an unusual and delicate piece of jewelry that, alternatively, has the calm look of sleep. Versions with freshwater pearls (pictured) or beads suggest faux tears, lending an emo feel. Available from artez'n starting at $30. You can also contact the...
(16 August 2007) - An homage to the world's most well-known mascara user, Portland artist/designer Stephanie Simek's Tammy Faye Necklace uses real human hair and sterling silver. It's an unusual and delicate piece of jewelry that, alternatively, has the calm look of sleep. Versions with freshwater pearls (pictured) or beads suggest faux tears, lending an emo feel. Available from artez'n starting at $30. You can also contact the...
Injury
(16 August 2007) - Inspired by Fight Club, the "Sabouter" collection by Australian independent label Injury presents 80 pieces of mischievous vests, deep v-neck tees and trousers to arouse the gangster within during Spring/Summer 07/08. Perfect for those who prefer the odd misadventure after the sun goes down....
(16 August 2007) - Inspired by Fight Club, the "Sabouter" collection by Australian independent label Injury presents 80 pieces of mischievous vests, deep v-neck tees and trousers to arouse the gangster within during Spring/Summer 07/08. Perfect for those who prefer the odd misadventure after the sun goes down....
Susan Bijl Bags
(15 August 2007) - Rotterdam designer Susan Bijl's colorful tote bags make the trip to the supermarket or department store (or wherever) more eco-friendly and more fashionable. Weighing in at less than thirty bucks, the rain-resistant nylon bags are available in assorted colors (some more nu-rave than others) and two sizes. Either one conveniently packs down to stow away inside of other bags for on-the-go use. The 10.5x21.5"...
(15 August 2007) - Rotterdam designer Susan Bijl's colorful tote bags make the trip to the supermarket or department store (or wherever) more eco-friendly and more fashionable. Weighing in at less than thirty bucks, the rain-resistant nylon bags are available in assorted colors (some more nu-rave than others) and two sizes. Either one conveniently packs down to stow away inside of other bags for on-the-go use. The 10.5x21.5"...
Tillmann Lauterbach
(13 August 2007) - "Insanity, especially the hidden things beneath the surface," characterize Paris-based designer Tillmann Lauterbach's spring collection of high-waisted pleated trousers, tailored trenches, and softly layered knits in a spare color palette. The utilitarian exterior masks an intricate and feminine interior of thin layers of cashmere and silk, a surprising and artful detail that lend a "balance between wearability and innovation” to the collection, christened “Departure...
(13 August 2007) - "Insanity, especially the hidden things beneath the surface," characterize Paris-based designer Tillmann Lauterbach's spring collection of high-waisted pleated trousers, tailored trenches, and softly layered knits in a spare color palette. The utilitarian exterior masks an intricate and feminine interior of thin layers of cashmere and silk, a surprising and artful detail that lend a "balance between wearability and innovation” to the collection, christened “Departure...
Freakstyle
(10 August 2007) - Freakstyle, a street fashion blog to record the looks of São Paulo's most hip and hot, is the brainchild of three professionals working in the São Paulo fashion world, visual merchandiser Paula Reboredo, journalist Maira Goldschmidt and photo consultant Gilberto Franca. Naturally tapped into the type of circles where peeping their fellow Brazilians' style makes parties a lot more entertaining, the project aims to nail...
(10 August 2007) - Freakstyle, a street fashion blog to record the looks of São Paulo's most hip and hot, is the brainchild of three professionals working in the São Paulo fashion world, visual merchandiser Paula Reboredo, journalist Maira Goldschmidt and photo consultant Gilberto Franca. Naturally tapped into the type of circles where peeping their fellow Brazilians' style makes parties a lot more entertaining, the project aims to nail...
Melissa Spring/Summer '08
(09 August 2007) - The thought of plastic shoes, as in jellies, makes some of us run for the door. But Brazil's Melissa (also known for their eye-catching revolving store design) has been gladly enlisting legions of shoe-crazy females to their cause. The latest, 100% recyclable footwear made via injection molds features seven new models under the theme "Bedtime Stories" and is about to hit stores for the...
(09 August 2007) - The thought of plastic shoes, as in jellies, makes some of us run for the door. But Brazil's Melissa (also known for their eye-catching revolving store design) has been gladly enlisting legions of shoe-crazy females to their cause. The latest, 100% recyclable footwear made via injection molds features seven new models under the theme "Bedtime Stories" and is about to hit stores for the...
TV Fashion
(07 August 2007) - It's not too often you find a possum wrapped around the sales assistant in an uptown boutique. Then again it's not often fashion finds itself welcoming in a label like TV. Based in Melbourne, the coveted designs by duo Monika Tvanek and Ingrid Verner have been winning awards (and hearts) since their inception just two short years ago. Fresh out of design school and...
(07 August 2007) - It's not too often you find a possum wrapped around the sales assistant in an uptown boutique. Then again it's not often fashion finds itself welcoming in a label like TV. Based in Melbourne, the coveted designs by duo Monika Tvanek and Ingrid Verner have been winning awards (and hearts) since their inception just two short years ago. Fresh out of design school and...
Tobias Wistisen Shrunken Heads Necklace
(03 August 2007) - Creepy, beautiful and cute, these necklaces by Danish designer Tobias Wistisen feature silver mini shrunken heads. Their mix of highly detailed garish features (like the stitches over the mouth) and hair made from delicate silver chains makes for an unusual accessory that's tough to categorize. We recommend the many-headed version for rockstars or review mirrors, but the single pendant works for a more subtle...
(03 August 2007) - Creepy, beautiful and cute, these necklaces by Danish designer Tobias Wistisen feature silver mini shrunken heads. Their mix of highly detailed garish features (like the stitches over the mouth) and hair made from delicate silver chains makes for an unusual accessory that's tough to categorize. We recommend the many-headed version for rockstars or review mirrors, but the single pendant works for a more subtle...
Ecsotype Bags
(31 July 2007) - Created by Melbourne-based design duo, Christian and Sabine Pound, Ecsotype is the label behind some of the most functional (and good-looking) bags the world has ever witnessed. "Ecsotype is about justifying every idea and creation by its originality" says French-born Sabine, "It's about building from the ground up (our products feel more like engineering projects to use) and the thrill of looking for the...
(31 July 2007) - Created by Melbourne-based design duo, Christian and Sabine Pound, Ecsotype is the label behind some of the most functional (and good-looking) bags the world has ever witnessed. "Ecsotype is about justifying every idea and creation by its originality" says French-born Sabine, "It's about building from the ground up (our products feel more like engineering projects to use) and the thrill of looking for the...
Hair Wars
(27 July 2007) - In his collection of portraits titled Hair Wars, NYC-based photographer David Yellen profiles traditional African American beauty parlor culture and invites us into a world of weaves and braids, where no style is too extreme. The competitions, which began in the mid-'80s when stylist extraordinaire David Humphries (more commonly known as "Hump the Grinder") organized weekly events then known as the "Wednesday Night Hair...
(27 July 2007) - In his collection of portraits titled Hair Wars, NYC-based photographer David Yellen profiles traditional African American beauty parlor culture and invites us into a world of weaves and braids, where no style is too extreme. The competitions, which began in the mid-'80s when stylist extraordinaire David Humphries (more commonly known as "Hump the Grinder") organized weekly events then known as the "Wednesday Night Hair...
Rittenhouse x Mackintosh Trench Coat
(27 July 2007) - A new collaboration between Australian-based label Rittenhouse and Mackintosh of Scotland merges the Sydney-based designers' street smart designs and slick graphics with Mackintosh's traditional rubberized cotton trench. The result, launching this month, is the reinvigoration of the classic coat with a hand-printed detachable wool-flannel liner in Rittenhouse's signature "checkers" design, a celebration of each labels' individual styles that gives new breath to an old...
(27 July 2007) - A new collaboration between Australian-based label Rittenhouse and Mackintosh of Scotland merges the Sydney-based designers' street smart designs and slick graphics with Mackintosh's traditional rubberized cotton trench. The result, launching this month, is the reinvigoration of the classic coat with a hand-printed detachable wool-flannel liner in Rittenhouse's signature "checkers" design, a celebration of each labels' individual styles that gives new breath to an old...
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