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From the Sakia-Diez site: Take up the familiar, give it further thought and add something new: A collaborative project between Saskia and Stefan Diez, the “Papier” series is an experiment in revising the classical typology: the two designers have pointed out the basic requirements to a travel bag – durability, protection and light weight – and sought for an appropriate material other than the traditional choices of leather and reinforced textiles. The “Papier” bags are made of Tyvek®, a synthetic paper that is extremely lightweight – 135g for the bigger and 115g for the smaller bag – but at the same time exceptionally robust, both water- and tear-proof. The material is completely recyclable. Apart from that, one will appreciate the high-end finishes applied to such seemingly banal material as paper. Silkscreen printing techniques gives it a particularly attractive look. “Papier” won the German Designpreis 2010.

Available at Saskia-Diez and select retailers world wide.

As the Japanese designers start rolling out their Spring/Summer 2010 collection, we get a better sense of what styles and trends we here in the U.S. will be adapting to our own wardrobe. But in the case of Hirofumi Kiyonaga, trends aren’t his target. He’s just making clothes as he sees them to be. For Sophnet’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection, we get a very laid back and relaxed sense for the season’s range. Patterns appear dominant with flower images, stripes, plaids, polka-dots, and more. The collection reflects the tropical surroundings, but in a very casual way, so the feeling as you wear it doesn’t feel too much as if you’re just there for a vacation.

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From a far, it deceptively looks like a parka. But upon closer look, you’ll realize that this hooded piece is actually a shirt. The concept remains for this White Mountaineering product, where the direction is towards style for the outdoors. While some may opt for the traditional hoodie or light parka, some may feel the need to just stay comfortable in something with a soft, lighter shirt material. Available now at Knock-Out.

If you’ve ever wondered what it would feel like to actually sleep on a plane that’s tailored to your specific luxury needs, then you should check out this Hotel Suite in Teuge Airport, Netherlands. Dubbed the Vliegtuigsuite, this Cold War East German aircraft turned luxury suite comes with features such as flat screen TVs, a Blu-ray player, a sauna, and a jacuzzi. You have access to every luxurious nook and cranny of the plane so don’t hesitate to claim the pilot section right away. For more information visit http://www.hotelsuites.nl/.

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One should usually be weary of so called “spin off” brands when it comes to fashion, because usually the trend is that the “spin off” is lower priced, lower quality, and geared towards the younger folk. On the other hand, there is Aubin & Wills, which is Jack Will’s ’spin off’ brand. The plus side to this spin off is it goes from goes from the “younger” University looks of Jack Wills, towards the older more sensible, more mature recent graduates of the Aubin & Wills customer. For Spring 2010, those recent graduates looking to upgrade their wardrobe can look to pieces such as large knits, summer suits, linen trousers, cotton blazers, coats, and sweaters – all the basic staple one needs to transition from University life to the real world.

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In addition to the Aubin & Wills lookbook in the above post are these editorial shots by the brand.

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Italian leather company DROMe’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection consists of casual styles ranging from jackets, knits, trousers, and tops. The color story stays pretty neutral except for one green colored jacket item, which is a standout in the collection. DROMe’s aesthetic combines the simplicity of garments and mixes it with a laid back biker attitude. For more information on the brand visit DROMe.

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Some of you have already seen the test shots Jake Davis did during Capsule in NY. In addition to those shots are these ones of the Street Etiquette guys. Joshua and Travis are two of New York’s finest dressed young gentlemen, and they stake claim to a movement all their own in the borough of the Bronx. It’s always exciting to see what these guys are up to (and what they’re wearing), so if you ever get the chance to see them on the street, say hi. They’re the nicest and best dressed cats you’ll ever meet.

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Jake Davis Test Shots: Joshua from Jake Davis on Vimeo.

Jake Davis Test Shots: Travis from Jake Davis on Vimeo.

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Fabrik Contemporary Art is pleased to present the works of the most controversial and influential British artists of our generation: Damien Hirst, Francis Bacon, Gilbert and George, and Banksy. This exhibition will show one of Damien Hirst’s photogravure etchings from a set called Memento that included 6 butterfly etchings, 6 skull etchings and a single diamond skull etching, emphasizing on Hirst’s obsession with life and death and having direct lineage with Warhol’s death and disaster series.

The Exhibit runs from. Feb 25 to March 25, 2010
For more information visit Fabrik.

First there was the DRKSHDW projects with Rick Owens, then came Raf Simons, now for a new collection comes the collaboration between Gaspard Yurkievich and Eastpak. The bags have already been exhibited during Yurkievich’s show during Paris fashion week. The Eastpak collaborations have caused quite the stir, so it was only right for Eastpak to continue with these collaborative releases. Some of the bags in the collection contain quilted patterns, streamlined designs, and multipocket/compartment functions.

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Here is a sneak peek look at Edwin’s Fall/Winter 2010 collection. The quintessential denim brand is back for another season showcasing their denim and outerwear pieces. Plaid lined jackets, wool coats, distressed denims, and knitted hats are just some of the few items they have in store. As always, Edwin’s rugged aesthetic will surely match any current outdoor trends that will appear and reappear as the weather gets colder again.

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Ann Ringstrand and Stefan Söderberg’s label Hope creates a Fall/Winter 2010 collection that’s a mixes casual styles with a bit of an outdoor aesthetic. Oversized coats and geometrical pattern sweaters are few of the pieces that standout. In addition to these items, there are also trousers, suits, and tops that give the collection a more defined casual look.

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Band of Outsiders once again presents their Spring/Summer 2010 Collection in the form of Polaroid images depicting the Marina Del Rey, California as the backdrop. The new lookbook stars Dave Franco and Donald Glover and also features actress Leslie Mann. If you’re unfamiliar with the actors, Donald Glover starred in the acclaimed comedy, Mystery Team; Dave Franco, who is James Franco’s younger brother, starred in shows such as Scrubs and will be in the upcoming movie, Greenberg; Leslie Mann, on the other hand, you might have seen already in movies such as Knocked Up, Funny People, or Drillbit Taylor. As for the collection, expect the same effortless looks from Band of Outsiders. Light suits, double breasted blazers, short sleeve button ups, leather jackets, light knits, and more.

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One show that some are looking forward to see for New York Fashion week is Michael Bastian’s debut collection for Gant. Bastian calls it a transition collection for “guys who are looking to buy those key pieces in his wardrobe.” For Fall/Winter 2010, Michael Bastian looks to the sport of lacrosse for his inspiration. He exclaims in a Vanity Fair interview, “The Gant guy is the younger brother of my guy. Completely different, but related,” which works well with the appropriate price point of the collection. “I wanted to put together a sexy and workable wardrobe that isn’t too complicated. He just graduated from college—he’s looking for a job. It’s definitely younger, hopeful.”

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Popular fashion retailer Top Man have teamed up with designer Oliver Spencer, releasing a collection of shoes at a lower price point. While the “collection” only consists of two colorways, the collaboration however points to the growing trend of retail chains and popular designer mash ups. The idea proves to be a fine fit as retailers like Topshop, H&M, or Uniqlo are able to offer popular name designers at affordable prices.

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Stockholm based Acne’s recent showing during Fashion Week by Berns churns out their latest Fall/Winter 2010 collection. For fall, we see a lot of flight jackets mixed within a range of subtle pieces such as blazers, tops, and knits. The militarist influence is quite overt, but it all balances out with subtle flower print shirts, and the softer knits and shirts.

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With denim being the signature staple of the Cheap Monday label, fans of the brand are always left to wonder what other pieces are appropriate with their popular denim selections. For Fall/Winter 2010, expect various washes on the jeans, but also expect basic tees, tops, denim, jackets, and hoodies. A color palette of dark hues such as black, grey, stone are thrown in alongside their denim and leather offerings.

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Black, gray stone-washed denim and slim with details such as network and Cheap Monday leather showed up on display in tray 9th

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Scandinavian brand Cheap Monday present their 2009 spring/summer collection. Known predominately for their affordable denim offerings, the brand’s jeans are featured in some vintage washes away from their usual staple of raw denim alongside a look into their tops and jackets. Overall the collection is clean and easy-to-wear for the most part, albeit the denim washes may meet some resistance.

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French label Kitsune gives us a preview of their Ivy League collection for the upcoming Autumn/Winter season. Fresh off of previewing their “Golf Club” range, we now get a good sense of Kitsune’s direction. The collegiate lifestyle is now the label’s aim with intelligent looks and styles reflecting the fashion in Universities across the globe. Cardigans, vests, suits, and more are included in the collection with colors such as yellows, reds, and blues as the standout. The aesthetic definitely works well for those looking for a label alternative to the likes of RRL or even J.Crew.

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For Spring/Summer 2010, Zara goes neutral and diffuses any sense of color for their collection. The range offers comfort with linens and light knits. There are also a few outerwear selections and suits, but they still bear the same comfortable and carefree characteristics as the other pieces.

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Since 1935, Sperry footwear has been providing us with the most classic and current styles season by season. Fall/Winter 2010 looks to offer that same consistent designs the company is known for with models such as boat shoes, bahamas, and the authentic chukka. We could go on about how great Sperry is and how deep they are in tradition, but Sperry is just one of those brands that’s iconic enough for everyone to already know about.

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