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Wednesday, 23 May 2012

Great Gatsby

It was exactly a year ago when I posted about "The Season Of Gentry" on the 21st of this month and sure enough yesterday (The 22nd) the trailer for the movie "The Great Gatsby" was released. I have already created a montage of my favourite looks which I have embedded above, can you feel the excitement?

I have watched it six times in counting and I am even more super anxious for Autumn / Winter '12 to arrive now that it has got me out of my blogging hibernation! Now I know Summer only arrived today in the UK so before you start making blasphemous comments keep your cap on and hear me out!

I'm not only excited about the release of the film, I am also excited because of the beautiful menswear pieces that will be re-discovered and appreciated once again. One brand in particular that I hope will make it's mark come A/W "12 is Marwood headed by the beautiful Becky French. Her tie's, bow- ties, scarves and pocket squares are beautifully crafted and all produced in England (which very rare nowadays), all round I think she is a genius there is no doubt about that. However I maybe biased, so I have included images of some of her SS '12 and "Classic Lace"collection below so you can decide for yourself. Also check out her blog it's definitely one of my favourites http://marwooduk.blogspot.co.uk/ - The Gatsby trailer is after the break.

Man Like Me - Squeeze

So Man Like Me are making big waves now I hear...I don't want to share.... but it's good that they are finally getting the recognition they deserve. With a little help from one of my favourites Mr "A Grand Don't Come For Free" they have now become one of Dj Annie Mac's favourites.

With Johnny Like dressed as a East London Vodoo warrior and Peter dressed as cowboy priest running around an estate looking for virgin prey? You could say their video for their single "Squeeze" is beyond DIFFERENT but it makes me giggle and I love this song it's officially on my summer playlist. Have a listen though and let me know whether you agree?

HAPPY SUMMER PEOPLE!

Thursday, 12 January 2012

Streetstyle - Pitti Uomo

The men's tradeshow Pitti Uomo is well underway over in Florence, Italy and some of the street - style shots being taken are to beautiful not to share! Here are my favourite picks from the last two days enjoy!!! (Images taken by Tommy Ton of style.com & streetfsn by Nam)

Mandy Small Embossed Python Bag

Iggy Azalea - The last song

The world of music and fashion have been intertwined since well... forever and this new female artist Iggy Azalea is about to storm both worlds this year. An internet sensation, Australian born Iggy's music video's have gone viral and has already drummed up a lot of buzz.

They say she's the next Nicki Minaj... I disagree though both are female's are rappers and are heavily addicted to "fashion" I much prefer Iggy's sense of style. The one to watch for 2012.

Friday, 6 January 2012

Ben Sherman AW12

Taken From : DazedDigital.com

Beautifully designed menswear has become a new love of mine and Ben Sherman's offering for AW12 will not disappoint. Having been lucky enough to be invited to their catwalk experience, I can hand on heart say that this brand is definitely on it's way to being more relevant than ever before and for all the good reasons. I will be able to elaborate about my "experience" soon but for now if you would like to see backstage pictures and an interview about the collection with the incredible Creative Director (Mark Maidment) then headover to dazed - digital right now! See link below:

http://www.dazeddigital.com/fashion/article/12208/1/ben-sherman-aw12

MAN AW12 Line Up

Wood Block Residence

Taken From : Architizer.com

SS12 Highstreet Previews

Topshop

Warehouse

MAN LIKE ME - Peculiar

Waking up to a sunny morning, with no sign of 700mph hour gale force winds, emails of SS12 previews and this song continually on repeat in my head - just reminded me that my favourite season Spring is round the corner and Summer is not to far behind YES!

Happy New Year!

Me & My Chanel

They say this is the year of new "austerity"... Well I say don't let the man get you down! Bargaining,
second hand (some good quality stuff out there) & D.I.Y only way forward!

Wednesday, 17 August 2011

StreetStyle - It's All In The Detail

Taken from Streetfsn.blogspot.com

Wednesday, 10 August 2011

Levi's® Legacy Campaign

Came across this on Fashion United this morning -

"As the tension increases in the UK, it is interesting to see that denim brand Levi’s used rebel action in their new 'Legacy' campaign. The global film illustrates young people wearing Levi's jeans inspiring them to live their life as their own, and ‘Go forth’. To illustrate the rebel without a cause feeling a couple of shots are made in front of a police-looking force. A rather bad timing to be launching such a spirited movie, luckily the voice over explains the meaning of the campaign."

I've actually been working on a case study about Rebellion / Revolution since the first riots in the Autumn last year in Tunisia to the student protests in the UK in November. To be honest wondered how long it was going to take for it to filter into fashion. In my opinion this was first released on July 20th so I don't think it's bad timing at all. Social Historical Context People!

Mulberry - Leopard Scotch Grain Collection

Seems like animal print will be rife this Autumn / Winter, Mulberry have just released their new collection of Travel Bags that are available in five sizes from wash bag £150 to large holdall £595 - perfect for all you jetsetters out there!

Street - Style - Aztec Glasses

Taken From : StockholmStreetstyle.com