Fix up look Sharp by Selfridges
Housing over thirty brands on its formalwear department, London’s Selfridges plays host to some of the worlds greatest tailoring houses. To celebrate the wealth and experience of these names, the shop have undertaken a schedule of special events – enabling shoppers to experience a world of sartorial pleasure. Entitled ‘fix up look sharp’ the event will take place over... Read More
Three of the Best: Blouson
The Blouson or Harrington (as known by some) was made famous by the Mods of the 60’s. Teamed with an oxford button down and 501s – this jacket was the quintessential uniform for youth. Nowadays it is worn by those young and old, regardless of clan or tribe. Here we pay homage to the many variations that have been created overtime – timeless in every sense of the word. Brown... Read More
Grenson Beach Bar
Retail space Selfridges welcome the British Summer with the opening of a beach bar displaying the best of the Grenson SS12 collection. Featuring a palette of navy blues, pastel shades and mustard yellows, the latest offering see’s new styles take centre stage – including the new chukka ‘dougie’ on a white wedged sole. “Grenson is synonymous with fine craftsmanship... Read More
A New Beginning: Jack Spade
American brand Jack Spade expanded from the simplest of ideas – making useful items stylish. It started with a bag dipped in paint, and now has grown to a range of simple clothing, small goods and fine leather accessories. All of which stay true to the idea that great design solves problems with straightforward solutions. As part of this expansion they have opened their first... Read More
WANT Les Essentiels de la Vie AW ’12 Preview
WANT Les Essentiels de la Vie are fast establishing themselves as one of the leading producers of modern luxury travel accessories, successfully partnering individualist detailing and classic simplicity in all their endeavours to create a range of products that are both functional and highly covetable. For their forthcoming A/W ’12 collection brothers Byron and Dexter Peart have... Read More
Quiet British Accent: Olympic Edition
In sport, so much is made of the winners; the champions. With the Olympics around the corner, Quiet British Accent have focused their new collection on the underdogs, the overlooked and the losers. With tongue firmly in cheek, the designs include a Loser, a First/Last and an Underdog along with a celebration of the often overlooked art of defending, See Ball Kill. Additional Limited... Read More
The Rail: English Riviera X Sports Luxe.
The mid-season wardrobe is a difficult one for many, thus the necessity for cool and resilient clothes increases. Here in this issue of The Rail* we present the most appropriate attire to tackle the climate. Think English Riviera meets sports luxe – light fabrics combine with soft colours to present you with an ensemble that provides the best of both seasons… Sunglasses... Read More
Nike x Undercover Gyakusou Spring 2012 Men’s Collection
Three of the Best: Running shoes.
The myth that the running shoe is beyond the fashion realms is an idea that the three trainers below can safely put to bed. Exercising the energetic nature within all of us Ape’s, this bunch have finesse to ensure that even when covered in sweat your feet still look cut above the rest. Auckland racer, £48 by CONVERSE; size.co.uk Red and white running shoe, £89.99 by DIADORA;... Read More
Behind the Scenes: Orlebar Brown Spring/Summer 12
The summer is out and so are the shorts – well at least in Ibiza anyway. Swimwear Brand Orlebar Brown took to the dizzy heights of the Balearic island to capture the essence of their new spring summer collection. Launched in 2007 by photographer Adam Brown the label captures the luxurious nature of holiday living. The video sees a fine display of sweats, sportswear and chinos... Read More
