As a lover of all things creative, fashion and art, there are very few brands that spark my attention (no offense to those) but over the last year or so, there has been a footwear brand that kept me intrigued from launch, and that brand is Android Homme. There’s a huge difference between a ‘fashion line’ and a ‘fashion brand’. A brand embodies a deeper manifesto far more than what they produce. Android Homme is a true brand of footwear and soon to be accessories for the creatives that push the envelope above and beyond the norm. Directed and edited by Javier Laval and the Lookbook shot by photographer Sarah McColgan, Android Homme celebrates the release of five new styles and the launch of accessories for Android Homme’s Spring 2010 season.
“Shapes and symbols have been a method of communicating and comprehending the unknown since the beginning of time. Android Homme brings you a brand video that utilizes some basic symbols and shapes to outline the process of reprogramming. This piece, directed by Javier Laval, is intended to stimulate and trigger memories from our ancient past to our near and distant future.”
Check our the preview of the Android Homme Spring 2010 Collection after the jump (more…)
Heritage Research collaborate with Eastman Leather to produce this stunning Aviator Pack, supplied in authentic wartime issue packaging. It includes the ‘A-2 Flight Jacket’, ‘A-10 Gloves’ and ‘Aviators Kit Bag’.
The A-2 Flight Jacket is an exact replica down to the finest detail. Made from beautiful vegetable tanned Steerhide in authentic Seal Brown, the jacket features 100% plain weave cotton lining, dull nickel collar hook, 100% wool tubular woven rib and fitted with Eastmans exclusive chevron Crown zipper, unrivalled by any other manufacturer worldwide. The Eastman x HR A-2 is supplied with the squadron patch of the 703rd Bomb Sq (who boasted Hollywood legend Jimmy Stewart as a Command pilot) and a brass ACME survival whistle. With two press stud front pockets, shoulder epaulettes and ribbed cuff and hem. (more…)
PF Flyers went back in the lab to modernize the 1953 Center Hi to introduce the Box Cut Center Hi. With a unique contrast-layered upper, which can be worn up or folded down, the angular reveal creates a pop of color to the basic background of the shoe. When the Hi top is worn up, the layered ankle panels reveal an angular pennant of color. Fold down the top layer of panels for fresh two-tone styling and lacing possibilities.
The Box Cut Center Hi features modern details including ballistic nylon fabrics, arc toecap counterpoint classic canvas, archival diamond tread and true Posture Foundation soles. Available in ballistic nylon in grey/orange angular reveal, beige/red angular reveal and navy canvas/yellow angular reveal. (more…)
Personally speaking, I’m not a fitted cap kinda guy but I love 5-panel caps and one of my favorite brands to properly execute fitted’s and 5-panels is Official. We present their Summer 2010 lookbook. Photographed by Amanda Lopez, Official captures the aesthetic to delivery their summer collection. 5-panel campers make a perfect combination for your ideal summer outfit, Sporty wool baseball hats and mesh-snap backs make a great addition to your wardrobe and keep your summer swagger on point. (more…)
Gilbert & Lewispresent classic yet unconventional style that has a distinct American edge. Created and concocted with love by Manhattan-based designer Jose Abellar, Gilbert & Lewis brings something new to the party - a unique lens on men’s fashion that’s optimistic and fresh while being grounded in timeless good looks. The Spring 2010 Gilbert & Lewis collection focuses on woven shirts and trouser shorts that are carefully crafted and detailed to bring discerning guys American sportswear that’s smart, bold, colorful and confidently off-center. (more…)
I saw these during Capsule NYC but didn’t ask any questions. I’m sure if I did, I wouldn’t have believed the rep. Mors, the UK based sneaker brand will be releasing a range of sneakers made from Arctic fish skin for Fall/Winter 2010 in limited quantities. The ‘hoop’ high top will be available in electric blue fish leather and a black/blue fish leather colorway. The ‘net’ low cut model will be available in a dark blue fish leather. The salmon leather comes from the north of Iceland, it is a very strong and supple leather with amazing textures and colurs that have to be seen to really be appreciated. It is very difficult to make sneakers from fish leather, so they can only be produced in small numbers. They are handcrafted to the highest standard in Portugal.
The fish leather sneakers are part of the Autumn/winter Mors range inspired by the arctic and featuring arctic sourced leathers like arctic fish and elk. (more…)
Following in the footsteps of other European brands, Lanvin is introducing an exclusive men’s line for the Japanese market. The European collection is adapted to the Japanese culture, and is called the “Garden of Eden”. In this collection, you will see blue suits, satin waistcoast, brooches with toads and flowers to represent the Garden of Eden. The collection is eclectic: while the campaign shows the more elegant pieces, there are also cardigans, hoodies and sneakers. It’s Lanvin’s tribute to a market where exclusive garments are coveted. Check out the Lanvin en Bleu site. (more…)
Cult graphic artist REILLY has teamed up with British creative collective, Guardians Of The Standard to present a range of super-premium cotton artisanal men’s t-shirts. Having developed an ever growing profile in the sphere’s of art and fashion, REILLY and Guardians Of The Standard have chosen to now offer his intricate and impactful work through his prints being applied to the highest quality jersey t-shirts and sweats.
Combining dynamic colour blocking, hand drawn and painstakingly rendered vector elements, then layering over tags, graffiti and found objects, as well as his own cartoon characters - this makes his work instantly recognisable in all its hypnotic variety.
Each piece within the range, fabricated from superior Pima cotton jersey and cotton/modal loop-back, features a tonal raised rubber logo and eight unique print options, which are carried in colourways of white, black or a pop colour of Emerald Green, Cardinal and Royal Purple. (more…)
Mishka presents its new lookbook for Spring 2010, “Trailblazing Through the City With Just a Pipe and a Guide”, once again shot by Marley Kate. ‘Mishka’s spring collection fondly remembers the days of being a defiant teenager, generations notwithstanding. We drudged up the nostalgia of being a snot-nosed-stubborn-badass that has been a hallmark trait of teenagers. So we dusted off our yearbooks, our parent’s yearbooks and even our grandparent’s yearbooks to find all the inspiration we needed for the spring collection. (more…)
Introducing two of TRIWA’s latest designs, The ‘Turtle’ and ‘Naked’ Brasco - Hand cut and polished from acetate to create a tactile sense of enduring quality usually reserved for that of Ivory and Tortoise Shell. The TRIWA watch is a lightweight, heavy fashion timepiece that adds colour to your appearance. Perfect for the closing stages of winter, and of course a perfect excuse to roll up your sleeves a little when the sunshine finally rolls out of bed!.
