orSlow: new vintage
New arrivals from Japan's orSlow always gets us excited here at the shop. Ichiro Nakatsu takes inspiration from his archival vintage collection and creates pieces loosely inspired by the past.
Everything is made on period-correct machines and crafted from custom fabrics and hardware which gives the garments a distinctly orSlow touch. The best way to describe orSlow to the uninitiated is that it's like if you found that long sought after vintage item, only it's actually brand new and you are the first person to get to wear it.
Some of our favourites from this season are the New Yorker in water-resistant nylon and the classic 1980s era hiking-inspired Fleece Vest.
Nanamica: 2nd drop
Our second drop of Nanamica for the season has arrived in-store and online. Included in this drop is the Down Vest available in two colourways, Navy and the striking Orange. Its shape is based on an old US Army M-65 Parka liner and its outer is nylon ripstop that is coated with a DWR or Durable Water Repellant Finish. The lining is high-performance KODENSHI down. KODENSHI down is crafted using ceramic particles bonded with down feathers, which creates a hyper-efficient insulating material that reflects your own body's infrared heat creating a warm zone without needing many layers. Next up is the Fleece Jacket which takes its inspiration from the classic WW2 era B-3 Bomber Jacket. It's crafted from Polartec 300 High Loft Fleece. Which is an ultra-soft, fast-drying, lightweight and highly compressible fabric.
Lastly in the ALPHADRY fabric which is fast becoming a store favourite, we have the Wide Easy pant. It's a relaxed fit pant, ideal for those looking for a more relaxed fit that the slimmer Club Pant. The Alphadry cloth is wrinkle-free, highly absorbent and quick-drying.
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Needles Fall Winter 19
It's only our second season from Tokyo's Needles here at the shop and we are still amazed at the build quality and attention to detail that designer Keizo Shimizu puts into every piece. For our Fall Winter 19 collection, we wanted to showcase a selection of Rebuild by Needles. Rebuild is a project where Keio takes vintage pieces of clothing and rebuilds them into futuristic and groundbreaking designs. Each piece is one of a kind and is more akin to a work of art than a mere item of clothing. We have the 5-Cut Tie Dye Tees and the 7-Cut College Tees, which are all made from vintage USA college sporting team t-shirts. The range of sportswear that Needles designs are a key staple of the brand. For this season we have woven Track Jackets and Track Pants available in two striking patterns Kilim and Diamond. Made from 100% breathable and lightweight polyester, they feature a sleek design that has no side seams.
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Engineered Garments Fall Winter 19
Our first drop of Engineered Garments FW19 has arrived. Loosely inspired by the New Romantics movement of 1970s Britain.
The collection includes favourites such as the Bedford Jacket and Fatigue pants, reworked in a patchwork of materials including corduroy and double cloth. Available in-store now and online now.
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Nanamica Fall Winter 19 Roots Collection
The first drop of Nanamica's Fall Winter 19 collection has arrived in-store and online. As always Nanamica delivers a collection of clean-cut designs infused with technical fabrics. All with the theme of the sea as the root of the collection.
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Keizo Shimizu's Needles
We take a closer look at the styling from cult Tokyo brand Needles. Designer Keizo Shimizu the man behind Needles is also the owner of Nepenthes (started in 1988) which was a means of introducing made in USA goods to the Japanese market.
Kezio eventually became frustrated at the direction of the market and began creating things that he wanted to wear.
Thus in 1997 Needles was born.
Inspired by artist, actors, musicians and films. His designs flirt from Ivy League stylings to west coast hippie vibes and everything in between.
Today there are several offshoots of the brand, the sportswear range of tracksuits and the Rebuild range of clothes that are crafted from vintage pieces that are deconstructed and rebuilt into new creations.
Nanamica: Rugged Ivy Style
Nanamica has been making rugged outdoor clothing since 2003. Under the stewardship of designer Eiichiro Homma (also of Purple Label North Face fame), the brand excels at creating well-tailored and clean looking garments, that are crafted from cutting edge technical fabrics. Creating a collection that unifies the functional concept of sportswear with standard clothing.
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Post Overalls: Empire State Special
For this week we take a closer look at the new Post Overalls range. Designer Takeshi Ohfuchi has explored utilising different textures and fabrics. Juxtaposing man-made nylons as seen in the outerwear, alongside natural cotton used in the plaid flannel shirts and denim.
Although his designs are rooted in the workwear of the 1930s and 40s. Takeshi has taken these classic styles and updated them. Whilst the Royal Traveller Vest and C-Post Dv2 Shirt feature nylon outers, their filling is Polar-Tec a lightweight and breathable fabric, that helps trap air to maintain warmth.
The brushed plaid flannel used in the Post-W and E-Z Cruz shirts is possible the softest cotton we have ever felt. Giving an almost luxurious feel to the rugged look of the shirting.
E-Z Cruz Shirt
C Post DV2 Shirt
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Engineered Garments: Olive Ripstop Bedford
For this editorial. We see Engineered Garments taking the military aesthetic of ripstop and contrasting it to the smart casual silhouette of the Bedford Jacket. Not content to see a juxtaposition of the two looks. They have added further to the tactile nature of the jacket by introducing panels of flat twill.
The look is complemented by the 19th Century Shirt. It's a single needle stitched Button Down Shirt. We have two versions for this season. The white broadcloth and a Navy superfine poplin which is pictured. Both feature mother of pearl buttons and a curved hem.
Also shown is the khaki chino cloth, Andover Pant. They are a tapered chino in a midweight cloth.
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Engineered Garments: Spring Summer 19 Look 1
For Spring Summer 19, Daiki Suzuki and his team at Nepenthes playfully deconstruct and reinterpret their classic jacket silhouette the Bedford.
The Bedford Jacket is a staple of every Engineered Garment's collection. It's a great versatile piece that sits comfortably at home in both smart and casual occasions.
This iteration is a patchwork version. The jacket has been divided into different segments. The base of the body is a 6.5-ounce flat navy twill. Different panels of the jacket are made from ripstop and corduroy and they have all been sewn together to create a rather striking effect.
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Engineered Garments: SS19 Styling
Our first editorial of the year takes a closer look at the spring-summer range from Engineered Garments.
Included in the delivery is the Camp Shirt in a Yellow Hawaiian Floral. Constructed entirely of Rayon its a fun take on the classic camp or Hawaiian shirt. It features asymmetrical pockets on the front and full button closure.
Also featured is the Norwegian Pant in an olive ripstop. Loosely based on the "monkey pant" worn by the US Marine Corps during the Pacific campaign in World War 2. They feature two snap button closing front pockets, zip fly and a drawstring waist and hems.
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Lady White Co. FW 18 Editorial
We are happy to post our latest editorial featuring Lady White Co's FW18 collection. Entirely constructed in the state of California, Lady White offers a unique take on classic athletic wear. Showcasing a laid-back style with a strong attention to detail.
We have featured some new styles from the brand. Such as the "Our Grey T-Shirt" and the Lite Jersey Tee in NY Yellow. Both are constructed from a lighter 5.5-ounce cotton than the standard 6-ounce two pack tees. The lite jersey is a little slimmer in the body with its 1960s inspired shape, whilst the grey tee is a slightly wider fit.
Also featured is the Hoody in bronze, a classic boxy fitting silhouettewith flatlock stitching. Last, in the line up is the 1940s influenced 44 Fleece in the striking NY Yellow.
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Mimi is wearing a size small in all the Lady White Co. products.
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