August 2009
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Balenciaga Suede Varsity Jacket
A distinctly high fashion interpretation of all American style, the black/orange suede varsity jacket (£1,275) is new at Matches.
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Converse x Woolrich Chuck Taylor All Star Sneakers
The collaborative Woolrich chuck’s (US$85) are now available in red and blue plaid at Converse. (also available in lo version).
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Apolis Activism 5 Pocket Wool CPO Shirt Jacket
A great piece from Apolis Activism’s winter collection, the wool/mink/cashmere CPO shirt jacket (US$381) is now available at Context.
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Colab x P.A.M. Weiner Sunglasses
Colab and P.A.M. embrace nerd style with these tortoiseshell acetate sunglasses (US$175), featuring “repair” bandages on the bridge and left side. As with all Colab sunglasses, these are limited to 1000 pieces and available from their online store.
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Clarks Originals Weaver Shoes
A new design inspired by their classic Wallabee model, the Weaver ebony suede shoes (£75) are now available from End Clothing.
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Rittenhouse Summer Shorts
From their new range, the classic fit cotton denim shorts (AUD$220) feature military detailing, angled seams and a herringbone taped internal waist.
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Burkman Bros Flannel Checked Shirt
The dark blue flannel checked shirt (£145) is new at Liberty.
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Dunhill Engineered Fit Flat Trousers
A smart pair of flat front wool trousers (US$340) from the new Kim Jones helmed Dunhill range, available in mid grey and charcoal from Opening Ceremony.
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Borsalino Legionnaire Hat
Made in Italy from a soft heather wool mix, the Legionnaire hat (US$120) is available in charocal, navy and camel from C.H.C.M.
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Remade Vintage Military Helmet Bag
Handmade by a guy mysteriously known only by his initials (FG), these 15” carry bags (US$72) are a steal, produced from salvaged leather and army fabric making each bag unique (but hopefully they all look as nice as this one). Available at Mohawk General Store.
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b Store Mario 34 Pull Up Boots
While I would prefer a slightly more substantial sole, I like the clean silhouette on the Mario 34 boots (€239), new at SSAW.
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Vivienne Westwood Olive Bomber Jacket
A razor-sharp military cut to this bomber jacket (£615), new at Liberty.
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YMC Officer Shoes
With a canvas upper and thick contrast red sole, the officer shoes (£150) are available at ASOS.
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J.Crew x Red Wing Vintage Leather Work Boot
J.Crew tap into the Red Wing archives for this coppertone leather work boot (US$325).
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Wings + Horns Melton Wool MK2 Field Jacket
Fall winter arrivals from Wings + Horns at Roden Gray, including the popular MK2 field jacket (CAD$678) available in oxford grey and navy melton wool.
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Vans x W-Taps Bash 'S' Hi Top Sneakers
The hiking boot influenced Bash ‘S’ sneakers (€120) are new at Slam Jam.
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Billykirk Heather Grey Felt Trilby
Billykirk expand with a solid, affordable range of hats this season, including the grey felt trilby ($100) with black leather band and silver emblem, available at Gargyle.
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Post O'Alls Melton Wool Coat
One of the highlights from the new Post O’Alls range, the heavy Melton wool coat (US$396) is available in yellow, dark brown and forest green from Context.
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Maison Martin Margiela Brass Buckle Belt
Grey leather belt with heavy brass buckle (£169), at oki-ni.
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b Store Nu Barrel Bristol Tweed Jacket
New fall arrivals at b Store, including the Nu Barrel Bristol jacket (£265) in black/white tweed.
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Moncler Gamme Bleue Quilted Bomber Jacket
Made from a wool / cashmere / cotton blend, the quilted down bomber jacket (€950 / €794 ex. vat) is available at Colette.
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McQ Alexander McQueen Double Breasted Shawl Collar...
Made in Italy from 100% virgin wool with a chunky rib knit collar, placket, sleeves and hem, the double-breasted shawl collar cardigan (CAD$578) is new at SSense.
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Sperry Authentic Waxed Plaid Chukka Boots
Fall and the great outdoors immediately spring to mind upon viewing these suede / plaid chukka boots (£85) from the generally nautical-minded Sperry, new at End Clothing.
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Margaret Howell Pioneer Gore-Tex Jacket
New season arrivals in at Margaret Howell, including this waterproof gore-tex hooded jacket (£395), available in carbon and khaki.
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Beat Poet Print Ties
The Static and Sterling print ties (both AUD$95) are now available from Pitbull Mansion.
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Vanishing Elephant Ferris Desert Boot
From Australia’s Vanishing Elephant, the charcoal grey Ferris desert boot (US$242) is available from Revolve.
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Property Of Alf Lambskin Wallet
New arrivals from Property Of at Blackbird, including this simple black lambskin wallet (US$70) with suede lining and leather trim (also available in brown).
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VAEL Project Apres Boot
Inspired by Asolo boots from the 1970’s, the Apres hiking boot (US$215) features a full grain leather upper and vintage Vibram sole. Available for pre-order from their online store (ships September 1).
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C.P.Company Tinto Terra Miglia Jacket
Another serious outerwear piece from CP. Company - this rugged dark grey jacket (£860) features multi-bellow front pockets with press stud fastenings, quilted lining, neck strap and a detachable hood with googles. Now available from Flannels.
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Pierre Hardy Grey Suede Desert Boots
New at Studio Homme - a perennial favorite from Pierre Hardy, this desert boot (€292) features a smokey grey suede upper, two eyelets and crepe sole (also available in khaki and brown).
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Paul Smith Red Ear Melton Worker Jacket
New arrivals from Paul Smith’s Red Ear workwear line are starting to filter into stores, including the black Melton wool worker jacket (£365), featuring embossed metal studs and contrast stitching along the seams.
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Wolverine Black 100 Mile Boots
One of the more keenly anticipated launches amongst the blogosphere recently, the 100 Mile Boots (US$325) are now available in black chromexcel and horween rust leather from Leffot.
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Dunhill Packable Sport Blouson Jacket
The sealed seam waterproof blouson-style jacket (US$695) is available from Dunhill.
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Moncler Liberation Tartan Puffer Vest
The hooded tartan puffer vest (£608) is new at Matches.
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Neighborhood Rigid Narrow Black Denim Jeans
From their autumn-winter collection, Neighborhood’s narrow, straight leg black denim jeans (US$407) are available from Cliff Edge.
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YMC Navy Stripe Shawl Collar Cardigan
New at My Wardrobe - YMC’s navy stripe shawl collar cardigan (£120), featuring oversize buttons and distressing around the placket and cuffs.
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Billykirk Large Canvas Carryall Bag
Made from oil treated black canvas with leather trim and carry handles, the carryall bag (US$295) is available from Jake.
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Carhartt Bandit Varsity Jacket
While Carhartt have been seemingly slow to capitalise on the trend for all things American and/or workwear, if this clean black-on-black varsity jacket (€279) at Colette is any indication, better late than never.
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Alpha 60 Godard T-Shirt
The new line of t-shirts from Australia’s Alpha 60 pay tribute to some cinematic icons including Jean-Luc Godard (AUD$69).
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Nom De Guerre Woolen Blazer
New arrivals at Kiosk78 from Nom De Guerre’s autumn-winter collection, including this slim-fit, mid-weight black woolen blazer (£419/£356 ex. vat).
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Saint James Pavois Pea Coat
From France’s Saint James, the double-breasted navy pea coat (CAD$635) is new at Lark.
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Wood Wood Nordic Beanie
New season arrivals at Wood Wood, including the nordic beanie (€40) in white/blue and red/white.
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Common Projects Duffle Bag
Made from black waxed canvas with leather handles, shoulder strap and pull tags, the 17” duffle bag (US$453) is available from Winn Perry.
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Lanvin Wool Hat
Made in France, the black/white wool felt hat (US$435) is new at Aloha Rag.
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Billy Reid Delta Lace-Up Work Boot
Handmade in Italy from smoked chocolate cordovan leather with antique brass eyelets and waxed laces, the Delta work boot (US$450) is new at Billy Reid.
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Rokin Ryder Zip Boot
From Sweden’s Rokin, the Ryder zip boot (US$209) is now available from Sole Service.
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Levi's Vintage 1912 Knitted Cardigan
New arrivals at End Clothing from Levi’s Vintage collection, including this 1912 blue cable knit cardigan (£139), featuring oversize buttons and contrast leather elbow patches.
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Baracuta Joyce G9 Mock Wax Jacket
Made from shower proof cotton / polyurethane with a full Fraser tartan lining, the Joyce G9 hooded jacket (£175) is now available from their online store.
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Gap Gray Corduroy Jacket
New fall-winter arrivals at the Gap, including this trucker-style gray corduroy jacket (US$68).
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John Varvatos Moccasin Hunter Boots
New at Matches - distressed moccasin-style brown leather boots (£198).