We here at SwipeLife have a thing for chambray, and when we saw this suit jacket from Universal Works, we thought that it be a great addition to any summer/spring wardrobe. It features two button front fastening and two front pockets. The visible stitching on the chest pockets are also a nice added touch. As seen from the model, it goes well with the ever popular madras or plaid prints of the summer. Available now at Scout.
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New Australian label Whillas & Gunn combines timeless rugged Australian outerwear with contemporary styling and a polished fit. It’s good to see that with all the Heritage brands out now, one is emerging from down under. Australia is obviously a place where the intrigue of adventure and culture exists, and W&G does a masterful job of bringing that feel into these clothes. Just don’t mistake it for anything Crocodile Dundee might wear.
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From Penfield: “Penfield garments are originally designed to stand up to the demands of the New England climate and the founding principles of fashion, function, practicality and durability still resonate clearly in today’s collection. This season, Penfield has developed the Hudson Wax Cloth, named after the birthplace of the label, Hudson, Massachusetts. This brand new fitted fabric is designed to be waterproof and windproof whilst still allowing for breathability and moisture wicking. A lot has changed in thirty five years, since the brand’s inception, but the necessity for protection against the elements remains every bit as essential.”
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Interject is the theme and name of Cy Choi’s Fall/Winter 2010 collection. Take from of it whatever you feel “Interject” comes into play with the designer’s range. As we see it fit, it’s the flow of fashion intersected by the influences of art, and that is evident in Cy Choi’s current season aesthetics. The balance of color and the multi-dimensions of the constructions of the suits and blazers are something new to behold. Leather, wool, denim, cotton, all play a significant roll in this process of artistic craft in the form of menswear pieces.
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If you break it down to it’s simplest form, the idea of the shoe is that you put it on, stand up, and walk on it. It should be ready for your feet at all times. Shudy, gets this idea and makes it their main focus; ready made shoes that are always ready for your feet – “shoe” + “ready” = Shudy. The footwear uses a synthetic material to move away from what’s already been done. According to Shudy, it supposed to be both a work of art and an everyday wearable accessory. Shudy comes in a variety of colors and are available for men and women. Above are images of the men’s footwear selections.
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The Naoto Fukasa watch for Plus Minus Zero is a simple watch that follows the store’s concept of taking traditional items and making it desirable. While most watch designers these days, pride themselves on how complicated the construction of their pieces, Plus Minus Zero on the other understands the value of what has been there before, and how it was originally made. This watch is a great item for those seeking something simple, functional, and classic.
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Lacoste is a brand that was truly made for the Spring and Summer seasons. Their colorful styles and comfortable looks are ideal for the chic and sporty types. For their current catalog, Lacoste looks to photographer Ellen Von Unwerth for their images. What you get is a very playful return to masculinity with an uplifted retro look at men’s sportswear.
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The latest collection from Soe Tokyo’s Spring/Summer collection gains inspiration from the school uniform and school wear culture. There’s a youthful approach to the range with ties, vests, and dress shorts. The collection isn’t just confined to the private school styles, there’s also current casual school attire as well with items such as tees, oversized knits, outerwear, and denim influences.
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Masahiko Maruyama is the designer behind the Japanese label Nude Homme. The outerwear pieces for their Fall/Winter 2010 collection are astounding with layered construction and fine attention to material and detail. While peacoats, toggle coats, and fur lined jackets may not be something new, you still have to acknowledge the subtle intricacies that come with these pieces. Details such as large buttons and toggles, ribbed material, crinkling, and distressing make these designs unique and something to look after.
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The unfortunate thing about the the film Book of Eli, was that there wasn’t any sexy scenes involving Mila Kunis. Still we liked the movie for what it is, and it made us want to see more of the lovely Mila. For her next role, the Kiev born actress will soon be starring alongside Natalie Portman in Darren Aronofsky’s follow up to the Wrestler entitled, Black Swan. The plot surrounds two rival ballerinas and their competitive relationship. Mila Kunis in a tutu? Yes please.
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Japanese magazine Huge gives us another stylish editorial with Engineered Garments as the label of choice. While we have already posted looks from the Engineered Garments collection for Spring this season, it’s always good to see the range in a new light. For the editorial, Huge looks to the coasts and the seas as the backdrop for their EG shoot. The contrast between harbor life and the EG pieces works well as it signifies the label’s Spring line as more than just being workwear-centric.
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Siki Im is a former Karl Lagerfeld and Helmut Lang designer whose new collection deserves some recognition. While the construction and cuts might be too avant-garde for some, there is no denying the talent and the originality of the pieces. The grey, black, and white palette fits perfectly with the geometrical designs in the range. Jackets, blazers, and suits are all constructed with a new concept of the male form and his work wardrobe.
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In alignment with his past collection that was inspired by William Golding’s novel “The Lord Of The Flies”, Siki Im’s Fall 2010 collection alludes to yet another fiction: the resourcefulness and the questioning of old values of the kids in Golding’s novel resume in the erring tribulations of anti-hero Patrick Bateman in Brett Easton Ellis’ “American Psycho”. While this satire about the financier and successful city dweller is an overt criticism of the elite, identifying it as a race of greedy, abusive and vain “non- individuals” sets the stage for Fall 2010.
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One of the best things about movies, are the behind the scenes look on how they’re made. Even better however, are these fantastic shots of various celebrities as they live their filming lives on set. Greg Williams is a fashion, celebrity, and film set still photographer who has capture the likes of Brad Pitt, Colin Farrel, Michael Cane, and more. He does a fascinating job taking images at the right moment, when filming a scene is at hold for a moment. View his portfolio at his site at his website.
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It’s no secret that the Japanese have a knack for vintage clothing and old workwear styles. With the hunt for the vintage becoming such an even more daunting task nowadays, brands like Phigvel Makers & Co. are crafting their own classic vintage styles for the market. For their Spring/Summer 2010 range, the brand looks to reminiscent of old garage and stable type environments. Again, this is a unique direction for such a brand that prides itself in the workwear fashion. Look to chambray shirts, light leathers, denims, rugged knits, tops and more for a vintage ensemble like no other.
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The simplistic nature of Obakki is its most appealing feature. While other lines try too hard to add a touch of the avant garde here, or a detailed feature of the historic there, Obakki stays true by knowing where to go, where it stands, and how to present it. For Fall/Winter, Obakki will release a bevy of styles that include plaid shirts, jackets, tees, knits, and tops.
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A favorite amongst both streetwear and progressive fashion types, Wood Wood’s Autumn/Winter 2010 Collection reflects the styles of those who trek and travel. The Scandinavian label builds a range that fuses military inspired and workwear into a more unique yet still indiscernible style. Whatever you make of it, there’s no denying the quality and construction that such a brand offers.
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Tres Bien shop is now carrying the latest Spring/Summer 2010 pieces from the Rogues Gallery line. The light blue/navy blue color combination works well with the current season as items such as light cable knits, denim, cotton blazers, cardigans, and white button tops make it into the mix. I imagine the ensembles to be perfect during the more breezier or rainier times of Spring.
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Warby Parker’s objective: create boutique-quality, classically crafted eyewear at a revolutionary price point. It’s a fairly simple concept that a lot of eyewear manufacturers should abide by, but it seems that Warby Parker not only gets the prices right, they also understand the value and trends of the current customer. As you’ll see, glasses at their online shop retail for only $95. The best part also is that there are currently 27 limited run styles to choose from, in which you can try on first by mail, and returned with free shipping. Check out their current selections now at WarbyParker.com.
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Rico’s Spring/Summer collection entitled, Black Resort is rooted in musical influences. Specifically, the style is inspired by the urban reggae musicians of Brixton, London with the imaginative scenario of what they would wear on a vacation trip to Jamaica. The styles combine relaxed styles and vintage appeal with shirting and rayon blends, washed out cottons, and more. An homage to the 70’s is also apparent with unique plaid and flower patterns, as well as color hues of tan, denim, and other earthly tones.
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Colorado based, The Sand & The Spray is a designer of men’s bags and accessories. For their first release, the label has come out with three bags for their initial collection – The Messenger, The Duffel, and The Tote. The high-quality bags feature heavy duty natural canvas and webbing, hand printed design elements, and custom hardware in their Messenger option. Manufactured out of Colorado, each bag is limited to only 50 pieces.
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