Archive for the ‘SHOPPING’ Category
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Chochoii x Sex
My homies @jipgournay & Bertrand Labardens introduced me the other day to one heck of a game. Cards + Girls. The magic duo. Weshot a video the other day that will give a very clear idea of how it’s going down ! Check out their TUMBLR. Hit the switch and get your morning wood.
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Mono Bracelet Collection
Spanish brand: Mono. Swedish designer: Camilla Brindfors. French Store: Colette. 4 models: The Calavera, Pon Pon, Cross silver and Cross gold are handmade and come in 40 different colors with the idea that customers will collect them to make their own unique color combinations when worn. The website is due to launch soon. Till then hit the road and line up at the Parisian concept store Colette to get yours.
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Green by Balmain
Kid Cudi attended Jimmy Fallon’s Post-Emmy party with burgers in hand wearing a Balmain corduroy western shirt ($840) and a pair of Air Jordan “True Blue” Retro 3 sneakers ($150). This green cotton long sleeve distressed corduroy shirt features snap button down closure with two snap flap chest pockets.
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Bell & Ross: Bombs over Beijing
Bell & Ross, the Franco-Swiss brand that creates watches for Air Force professionals, famous for the Bomber inspired models especially are dropping a new flagship store in BEIJING.
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Bonfanti: Bags for men
Three models. Three colors. It’s that simple. Original yet classic. Materials are on the spot, shapes casual, it’s a no brainer. I find it always quite difficult to find an actual backpack without having to go for the skater look. If some would consider the pouch patern a bit girly, trust me it aint so. Available at Isetan.
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Air Jordan’s in Paris
Where do you buy your Jordan’s in Paris ? OPIUM ? Good. The only french sneaker store in Paris that can cope deals with the 23′s. Nice Kicks continues its series of focus on international retail spots. Had to give a shout out to the French Boys. Check out the video after the switch, and my selection of Air’s for this upcoming Fall.
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Lookbook: Supreme A/W11
There is nothing I can really say about the NYC based label that has nt been said. The blueprint to most premium street and high end brands. Anything you do, SUPREME does it with way more swag. Period. Hit the switch.
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Otis: Balmain x Givenchy
French Fashion industry finds an echo in the latest Watch The Throne video: Otis. Kanye West and Jay-Z are seen rocking some fresh Balmain T-shirts and jeans. I’m not trying to make a point here but … EMBROIDERIES are genius. As for the Tisci (Givenchy) touch ? Well the art work hanging in the background is his. Not bad for a couple of Houses that were out of touched for the past decade. Hit the flip and get a closer look at the freshness.
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Fred Perry: Origami Polka
The Fred Perry Laurel Wreath Collection recently featured some Ralph Lauren look a like polos. More looks were recently uploaded to the online store. Choosen from a variety of prints including polka dots, the capsule items take us to the roots of the brand. Classic, fresh and edgy. More looks after the jump. Hit the flip and kick back.
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Lookbook: WorkBoots
It’s not too late to start rockin’ them, you’ve seen them on loads of lookbooks, Work Boots are everywhere. From Sebago to Timberland there’s plenty for you to choose from. Hit the switch and go find your perfect fit. I’ve mentionned a couple of parisian venues for you to go pick a pair.
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X-mas shopping digest
Holiday season is at the corner, it’s time for me to give my shopping tips. The important aspect to bear in mind is that Christmas does not have to rhyme with winter. Those Kitsunés polos are going to be mine before the summer, wearing colors in dark times is my way of saying fuck you to the crappy parisian weather. Check out what else i’ve got in store for you after the jump.
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Cardigan review
Hello winter for the last couple of weeks I have been pretty much freezing on the scooter. I’m a shirt type of guy. And this weather is nore friendly or anticipated by my closet. If you want to stay warm, you need layers, and by that I mean plenty of them. Cardigan can make you look bad, and a lot of them dont even serve their initial purpose : KEEP YOU WARM ! From Ralph Lauren to Surface 2 Air. Hit the switch and enjoy my selection.
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Carga for Apple
Spanish brand Carga just launched the “Sleeve collection” for Apple users. Bringing architecturally inspired desing to personal goods it’s minimalistic aesthetic and understated luxury. I feel every man should take great care when choosing luggages. It’s the ultimate sign of elegance. You can purchase any peace now at the online store. Check out the gallery after the jump.
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Alife I$ Money
Back in spring, ALIFE and HIDDEN CHAMPION produced a special book dedicated to the influential New York brand. The two come together once again for Volume 2 “ALIFE IS MONEY” which focuses on ALIFE’s 2010 fall/winter collection including sneakers and apparel. Other content includes photographs based on the ALIFE SESSIONS with John Mayer, Drake, Ricky Powell and Cypress Hill. The book releases with a free pair of collaborative shoelaces on October 10th at select retailers and at ALIFE Tokyo.
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Patrick Johnson: suits I could wear
Who said only Italians and Brits could make nice suits. Patrick Johnson (I admit it’s the first time i hear about him) came up with a pretty convincing line.The cuts are exactly what I look for. Half way between RL’s Purple Label and Italian tailoring i find the assembly of colors remarquable and although i would never buy any major peace on line i could give it a second thought. Hit the switch for more pics.
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Maison Martin Margiela E-store
After the recent Opening of “Comme des garçons” online store, it’s now Maison Martin Margiela turn to that join growing list of brands our beloved internet. In order to get a smile out of us the triple M is releasing an indigo denim jacket that got quite a bit of hype when it first came out. Knowing how secretive the label is it’s kind of refreshing to see they are actualy going to make an effort in communication. Welcome into the 21st century MMM. Oh an do check out the design of the Website …it’s very windows 95 ish.
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Kinkolk for Zozotown
Kinfolk‘s collection for Zozotown is mostly hand-made racing bike, a handful of fitteds and a few t-shirts. Exclusive to Japan’s Zozotown, the collection is out now online in limited numbers. I’m probably going to rock the blue cap….More pics after the jump.
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Citadium Opening Night
I was asking myself when a men’s street department store would open in Paris. Something not to fancy, but with sufficient street cred brands to have me walk in once in a while. Well it just opened. It’s citadium, not the huge one off the Grand bvd in Paris but a smaller one in the center of Chatelet. You’ll find a couple of pics i took last night thanks to EnmodeFashion. Im really hyped about seeing Supra in that store….thats really cool.
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Wednesday Shopping
From now on every friday i’m just going to post most of the stuff i bump into and pretty much wish i could buy if i found it or could just affoard it. I hope you enjoy the selection it’s random but hot. Hit the switch for those pics.
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Levi’s lefty jean label
The Takahiro Miyashita and Kazuki Kuraishi Levi’s Lefty Jean label continues onwards into its second season with a series of shirts. Two styles of Western shirts include a Round Top Collar and Stand Collar as well as a simple Henley neck shirt. Available now via
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Stoopz by Ari Marcopoulos
“With STOOPZ, Marcopoulos offers a window through which a view of back alley behavior and teenage angst is possible to glimpse from the lens of an outsider with unrestricted access.”
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Louis Vuitton : Men accessories
Louis Vuitton has been dominating the game in so many different areas that it just feels great when it decides to go back to basics, no monogram to be found in this years collection. Footwear and drum-style bags seem to be the highlights thus far as we await some further looks into the collection. Check out the amazing gallery.
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Hardrige x colette Boots
L’Ecurie and Hardrige will reveal tomorrow the new design of this real slick pair of boots. Hardige is known for being the official french air force manufacterer. The leather work respects genuine military specifications with all of the hand work done in France. An exclusive launch will be taking place at colette tomorrow January 26th, 2010.
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Capsule Show Part 1.
This week end was real busy for all the fashion lovers around P town. The (Capsule) show was in town and this year it felt real good to be a man. Only “a premium level of ideas, overall aesthetic, styling, fit, design and brand messaging. Only the world’s most innovative and sought-after brands are invited to participate”.
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Surface to Air I Paris Flagship
First opening in 2002, Surface to Air began life as a gallery come boutique in Paris.