July 2009
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Stone Island Shadow Project Modular Insulator...
New at The Glade - bomber jacket (€469) from the impressive new Shadow collaborative project - cotton/nylon blend, thermal insulated, with shoulder and dual zip front pockets.
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QWSTION DJ Pack
“Zipping construction gives multiple access to two neoprene protective sleeves for 17-inch laptop and mixer. Main case gives space to 50 vinyl records, contains a removable 160 CD wallet and a detachable headphone bag. External seatbelt strap gives bag and contents extra fastness. This bag was constructed in collaboration with Drumpoet Records from Zürich, Switzerland”. The DJ Pack...
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Paul Smith Micro Gingham SS Check Shirt
Slim fit red micro gingham shirt (£79), with contrast stripe fabric at collar and sleeves and mother of pearl buttons, available at Paul Smith.
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Comme Des Garcons Pinstripe Jacket
Slightly cropped two button navy pinstripe jacket (£1,060), at Browns.
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Mjolk New England Tartan Trousers
Mjolk can always be counted on to inject a splash of color and whimsy into a man’s wardrobe - the red/navy tartan trousers (US$299) are new at Revolve.
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Penfield Kasson Parka
Made in the USA, the Kasson is a water resistant and windproof parka (£110) in 60/40 teflon coated cotton/nylon, available for pre-order at Hanon (ships mid August)
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Burberry Prorsum Tweed Jacket
New at Matches - black / white tweed jacket (£995) with contrast black elbow patches from Burberry Prorsum.
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Wings + Horns FW09 Leather Service Boots
New season, new color, (slightly recession friendlier) new price - the leather service boots (CAD$650) are now in stock at Gravity Pope.
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Nigel Cabourn Beetham Duffel Coat
The level of detail that goes into Cabourn’s pieces really elevates them to a higher level, best exemplified by this fine duffel coat (price TBC) - available by email/phone order from Nigel Cabourn (via Selectism).
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Farhi Double Face Check Bomber Jacket
New season stock in at Nicole Farhi, including this slim fit check bomber jacket (£219) from the Farhi sub-line.
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Adam Kimmel Stars and Stripes T-Shirt
While very overpriced, the use of color and placement on this t-shirt (US$325) from Adam Kimmel is undeniably well done (and I’m not even an American, so it’s not just patriotism talking). Get it (and its big brother cashmere sweater version) at The Corner.
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Dior Hooded Flannel Jacket
Made from grey wool flannel with dual side zips, concealed placket, shoulder panels and rib trim, the hooded flannel jacket (€930) is new at Colette.
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Generic Surplus Ace Hotel x Arkitip Sneakers
The perforated low top sneakers (US$80) are available from Mohawk General Store.
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Paul Smith Achillie Pistachio Boots
Paul Smith use their trademark dip-dying process to good effect on these pistachio-colored desert boots (£245) from their fall-winter collection, now in stock at Coggles.
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Maison Martin Margiela Distressed Jeans
The all-over distressing creates an interesting textural effect on these washed jeans (€495) from Maison Martin Margiela, new at Colette.
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Adidas Originals by Originals x Neighborhood...
Great sneaker from the new collab line, the Campus (£120) features a premium suede upper, with contrast stitching and racing stripe detail at back. Available from End Clothing (ships August).
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Ann Demeulemeester Hooded Randall Coat
New at Aloha Rag - the Randall hooded cashmere overcoat (US$2070).
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A.P.C. Petit Standard Corduroy Jeans
A.P.C. revise their slim cut petit standard (US$210) in fall appropriate shades of corduroy.
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Engineered Garments Indigo Field Jacket
Made in New York, the shawl collar cotton field jacket (US$242) is new at Hefjina.
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Neighbourhood Railroad Cap
Hickory stripe railroad cap (US$142) with paint splatter detail, at Cliff Edge.
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Monitaly x Laurentian Chief Moccasin Boot
A collaboration between Japan’s Monitaly and the Canadian native Indian moccasin co. Laurentian Chief - the handmade moccasin boot (£159) features a suede leather upper with raw hide laces and cushioned crepe sole. Available in light and dark tan from Oi Polloi.
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Maison Martin Margiela Quilted Bomber Jacket
Cotton / polyamer bomber jacket (US$1240) with quilted interior, dual flap pockets, concealed placket and stitched trim - now in stock at The Corner.
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Comme Des Garcons Dover Street Market Vest
A favorite from the new Dover Street Market line, revisiting pieces from the Comme Des Garcons archives - get the vest / sleeveless jacket (€276) at Colette.
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Fred Perry Oxford Small Collar Shirt
Great shirt, great price - the button-down small collar shirt (£50) is new at Fred Perry.
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Kitsuné Geelong Cardigan
While their pricing has always felt a bit excessive, there’s not much else that’s disagreeable about this cardigan (€650) from Kitsuné. Made in Italy from soft Australian Geelong wool (hence its name), with leather buttons and a high neckline to keep out the cold. Available from Studio Homme, also in black (but it’s this camel color I’m really digging for the fall).
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Maison Martin Margiela Red Suede Belt
While I would’ve preferred a slightly more conventional buckle shape, I can’t help but love the brick red suede on this MMM belt (£109), available at oki-ni.
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A.P.C. Leather Sole Work Boots
A.P.C.’s FW09/10 collection is now available online - one of the highlights are these leather soled work boots (US$470), made from vegetable tanned leather with topstiching on vamp and coated laces.
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J.Crew Sueded Fleece Crewneck Pullover
Vintage style sweater (US$39.50) with rib trim - available in heather indigo and grey from J.Crew.
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Jim Rickey JR-A Sneakers
Canvas hi-tops (€80) available in several colors including white and green from Frontlineshop.
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La Cordonnerie Anglaise Leather Shoe Cleaning...
Now even for most shoe porn enthusiasts, this is taking things a little too far… but if you’ve got a lot of money to spare (or are considering a career in the shoe shining business), this leather/suede apron & brush kit (£255) from the near 125 year old French company La Cordonnerie Anglaise are highly regarded tools of the trade. Available at The Bureau.
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Vivienne Westwood Grey Hickory Stripe Blazer
This grey/black hickory stripe blazer (£455) has got definite modern prep appeal, and would kill (with the right look) - get it at My Wardrobe.
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Paul Smith Sheepskin Suede Gloves
Made from a beautiful tan suede, topstitched, with a cream sheepskin lining - the gloves (£84) are available at Matches.
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Barbour Waterproof Canvas Jacket
Barbour has tapped Japanese designer Tokihito Yoshida for a new capsule collection, offering a more contemporary take on the brand’s heritage designs. The results are impressive - the waterproof canvas jacket (€700) is now in stock at Colette.
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Diet Butcher Slim Skin Blazer
New at Blackbird - arrivals from Diet Butcher Slim Skin’s Strange Birds collection, including this sharp, wider lapelled 2 button blazer (US$825).
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Melinda Gloss Double Breasted Cardigan
Interesting piece from Paris-based designer Melinda Gloss - while labelled as a double breasted cardigan (€532), it really bears more resemblance to a peacoat produced using heavy brown cashmere wool. Available at Studio Homme.
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Maison Martin Margiela Leather Ankle Boots
Brown distressed leather ankle boots (£455), at Browns.
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Barbour Waxed Cotton Hunting Cap
The hunting cap (£30) has a sage green waxed cotton exterior with contrast brown ribbed trim and check lining. Available from My Wardrobe.
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Yves Saint Laurent Grey Peacoat
YSL grey peacoat (€1195), at Colette.
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John Varvatos Pebble Leather Ankle Boots
Liking the clean silhouette and low profile on these Italian made ankle boots (US$239) from John Varvatos, available at Bluefly.
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3.1 Phillip Lim Charcoal Check Harrington Jacket
Nice piece from the 3.1 Phillip Lim AW09 range - the harrington jacket (£618) has just arrived at Matches.
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Apolis Activism x Filson Philanthropist Briefcase
Made from 17.5 oz black canvas sourced from Jinja, Uganda through a non-profit initiative, the philanthropist briefcase (US$396) measures 16 x 12.5” with two full-length inner pockets, four outside pockets and bridle leather carry handles. Limited to 200 pieces, the briefcase is available for pre-order from Context (ships mid August).
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45rpm Simple Belts
Great leather, hammered metal buckle, fish-shaped notches - the simple belt (US$147) is available in white, black, brown and dark brown from 45rpm.
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Adidas Consortium Nizza - Crooked Tongues & D-MOP...
A few nice models have been coming outta’ Adidas’ Consortium series - the Nizza hi tops (£75) are new at End Clothing.
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Vanport Outfitters Tote Bag
Good designs coming out of Portland luggage co. Vanport Outfitters. Their new canvas tote bag (US$115) is made from untreated cotton canvas, with brass hardware and contrast red stitching - available (but I daresay, not for long) from Winn Perry.
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Tim Hamilton Epaulet Shirt
While the price is awful steep (and some disheartening stories have just emerged about this particular retailer), I can’t help but like this grey/white striped military shirt (US$435) from Tim Hamilton, available at Jake.
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Ralph Lauren Leather Motorcycle Jacket
Long the sole domain of Belstaff, the Trialmaster style motorcycle jacket is enjoying a mini resurgence - Mister Freedom offer a great one in their new collection, as do Ralph Lauren with this black leather version (£995), available at Matches.
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45rpm Flannel Check Shirt
New items from 45rpm’s fall/winter collection are available for pre-order, including this red flannel check shirt (US$294) (ships in September).
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Wings + Horns Quilted Chambray Jacket
The quilted chambray jacket (CAD$498) is available for pre-order in indigo or black from Roden Gray.
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Sophnet B.D. Pocket Polo Shirt
A well executed hybrid between a traditional polo and button down shirt from Sophnet - made from a soft, fine gauge pique, the polo shirt (€195) features a breast pocket, side vents, and elongated placket and sleeve length. Available from The Glade.
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Adam Kimmel Cropped Trench Coat
Another pick from Adam Kimmel’s great AW09 collection - liking the western detailing on this short trench coat (€1020) at Colette.