-
ACG.07.KMTR by NikeLab
The greatest of products are often born by the simplest of ideas and therefore have the most impact on society. With that notion in mind the idea behind ACG (All Conditions Gear) is to provide balance, not only in the current season but also in the forthcoming. As part of the expanding landscape in functional,…
-
ARCHIVE | Belstaff X Vestiaire Collective
This perception that ‘new’ is better than ‘old’ is being rebuffed at the onset of each new fashion season, as the very heart of what is deemed to be luxury ebbs away with every fad and release. The love and appreciation for the time-honoured tradition of craft and workmanship is making a swift return as fast fashion…
-
MASTER & DYNAMIC X LEICA FOR 0.95
At first glance it may be hard to see what the young headphone company from NYC Master & Dynamics and German photography company Leica Camera AG would have in common, but on closer inspection it makes much sense. “Form follows function” as Leica’s Head of Design Mark Shipard explains “In Master & Dynamic we found…
-
B&O Play | Beoplay P2
One great thing about the modern concept of luxury is that it revolves more around experiences than the mundane acquisition of goods – and brands are recognising that. Bang & Olufsen have always been a brand synonymous with the super affluent but the Danish audio design company are not only growing upwards with intelligent stylistic technological…
-
FRAMED | HOUSE OF YARDS
The truth is, no one really likes the idea of working because if we did, then it wouldn’t really be work. That’s not to say that there is anything wrong with enjoying your work, but to prove my point, if there were no monies to be made, would you still do what you do…? I…
-
TIMEPIECE | Instrmnt 02
The watch market has seen a shift towards a more simplistic design within recent years – engaging not only the enthusiast but also the day to day wearer. True to this note Instrmnt create delicate pieces with a modern sensibility. Crafted using Swiss-made movements the Glasgow based design team utilise clean aesthetics with functionality at…
-
ICON | The Mini Remastered
It’s rare that you see a genuinely brilliant pipedream plucked forth from the ether and brought into reality. “Imagine if you could drive a classic car with modern levels of performance.” It’s the sort concept car you would giddily hypothesise amongst friends, but never get to see. Well David Brown imagined and acted. On the…
-
Dewar’s Legacy
Dewar’s is a brand steeped in pride, innovation and acclaim. They are the consummate creators of Scotch whisky and their blends run rich with the highland magic of the Pitilie Burn. In 1884 an industrious young man named John Dewar took it upon himself to walk from Aberfeldy to Perthshire (a 30 mile trip) to start…
-
North Face Japanese Capsule Collection
Occasionally good news can be like the proverbial bus; it all comes at once. So it was with North Face’s Carnaby Store opening last week where they also introduced a new Japanese capsule collection, in a veritable “win win” scenario. The first ever North Face lifestyle store, the product itself is a curated symphony of the North…
-
NOBU Hotel Shoreditch
Opening in June 2017, located in the heart of London’s artistic quarter, Nobu Hotel Shoreditch is the first European hotel from the internationally renowned Nobu Hotels brand. The hotel’s 143 guest rooms and 7 suites offer a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of one of the city’s most culturally significant districts, as well…
-
Jameson Caskmates x London Beer Week
London Beer Week is something I’ve heard of, but not something I’ve given more than a passing thought to. Why you ask? Because to be honest with you, I don’t really like beer. Actually I suppose, that’s not completely accurate, it’s not that I don’t like beer, it’s just that I don’t drink it. It’s…
-
STREETSTYLE | Supreme X Lacoste
With the streetwear vision aligning itself with high end ensembles it only seems natural that Lacoste curates its co-branded collection with SUPREME. Each brand lends its expertise to the creation of approachable yet overt garments that benefit from re-interpretation. Modern classics are at the heart of the collaboration with the compilation including 9 pieces…