Stone Island have today released their spring/summer 2012 lookbook, and continue to innovate with their range of technical outerwear. The now seasonal reflective jacket is updated for th new season, whilst a number of bright new colours are introduced with a series of garment dyed orange pieces. Expect to see styles dropping early in the new year.
Tellason Denim
Tribute SF have produced this nice little video about San Francisco based denim brand Tellason. The short film features Tellason retailers Tenue de Nîmes and Son of a Stag, as well as a few words from the brands founders. Enjoy...
MS & Co Shoe Bags
MS & Co are a small artisan company based in Portland who speciality is a range of denim 'sleeves' made from the finest Cone Mills White Oak selvedge denim. In addition to sleeves for all your favourite Apple products, they developed a selection of shoe bags back in the summer. If the limited edition raw denim isn't your thing, they're also available in a camo print duck canvas, patchwork madras check, or argyle moleskin, amongst the many designs. Each shoe bag is handmade in Portland and features a drawstring and tag by the Oregon Leather Company. Use the discount code SHOEBAG20 at checkout, and you'll get 20% off your order.
Slowdownjoe
Slowdownjoe is the latest venture from Superdenim founder Lewis Hull and his brother Matthew. Essentially an extension of Superdenim, the site is an online emporium of cool stuff for the body, soul, home and outdoors ranging from Viberg boots to Lovat Mill travel rugs and backpacks from William Fox & Sons. Products are sourced from Europe, USA and Japan with an emphasis on ethics, craftsmanship and honest design. Given Lewis' reputation for drawing our attention to new and exciting menswear brands that we might have previously overlooked, this should be an interesting project and definitely one to keep an eye on as we move into 2012.
Realm & Empire SS12 Collection
Realm & Empire are a new name in menswear showing their first collection for spring/summer 2012. Taking inspiration from Churchill (our war time prime minister, not the nodding dog in the insurance adverts) the collection is driven by director Stephen Gill’s fascination with The Churchill War Rooms in London and produced in partnership with the Imperial War Museum. Garments are simple and classic with slim tees, sweats and hoodies bearing iconic slogans and imagery of the era.
Trickers Belt
British cobblers and master craftsmen Trickers have broadened their range of leather goods to include wallets, belts, and some rather nice credit card holders. All are made in the UK using English leather, and available in a range of colours including black, dark brown, and 'C' shade. Expect to pay just £28 for a hand made card slip, or £95 for a belt with a solid brass buckle and keeper.
Making Of The Pirelli Calendar 2012
Masquerading as art amongst a pile of mucky magazines in a backstreet garage, the Pirelli calendar has somehow managed to attract many of the worlds top models and photographers over the years and emerge as a highly respected (and collected) opus of the female form. 2012 sees Mario Sorrenti behind the lens, whilst Lara Stone, Milla Jovovich, and Kate Moss are just three of the beauties baring all in front of the camera. This video takes us behind the scenes in Corsica where the calendar was photographed.
Folk Christmas Shopping Event
Contemporary British label Folk are holding a late night Christmas shopping event tomorrow evening on 8th December at their London store on Lambs Conduit Street. Expect some special promotions, festive food and mulled wine to get you in the seasonal spirit. The event runs until 8:30pm if you want to pop in for a look.
The Face's Greatest Hits
Along with the Sony Walkman and the AK47 rifle, The Face has been added to the Design Museum's permanent collection. To celebrate, The Guardian spoke to founder and influential music journalist Nick Logan. Commenting on the launch issue, he says...
I had been advised that 'the Face' was too abstract, and I should have the word monthly in the title, and I knew I could find something more current for a first cover than the Specials. But they embodied everything the magazine aspired to – they had a look, a passion, and great music - so there was never an alternative. In a sentimental way too, I owed 2 Tone a debt for the inspiration to pursue the idea. And, as it was my savings at risk, I could call it what I liked - after all, the Face was to be my escape from a career where too often I struggled to explain myself to publishers or committees. No focus groups here: I was purely, wholeheartedly, following instinct.
Rogue Territory Safari Trousers
Rogue Territory continue to expand their collection with the release of their Safari Trousers in a choice of green or brown herringbone, or rain drop camouflage. Hand made in the USA, the herringbone style uses a garment dyed 11oz fabric, whilst the camo is vintage 1950's German military deadstock that was first used in the Safari Shorts earlier this year. The cut is slim with a straight leg and medium rise, with details that include angled front patch pockets, square cut back pockets, and the now trademark hidden pen pocket. Available now from the Rogue Territory website.
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