From Scandinavia (surprise!) comes WHITELABEL; a new menswear line which looks ot cater to "people that share and appreciate our references and sources of inspiration." The line is subtle and simple and gets it name from the bootleg vinyl that used to run rampant in London and beyond. "The white label is a pure, untainted by everything surrounding it. Minimal..."
More views of WHITELABEL for Spring/Summer 2009 after the jump.
We got looks at the Ralph Lauren US Olympic Opening Ceremony wardrobes in the form of drawings and on mannequins over the last couple of months, but with last Friday's official Opening Ceremony we finally got to see them on America's finest. There has been a slue of criticism all over the web about how the Polo logo dwarfed the Olympic rings and about the quality (or lack of quality) of the garments. I personally think it is all being overblown. Regardless, I think the United States was represented well in their classic sportswear, while other countries looked like they were in ethnic costumes and superhero get-ups.
Dejour Magazine has a great photo preview feature on the coming Corpus diffusion line for Urban Outfitters, entitled, byCorpus. The diffusion line is a way for Corpus to make their fashions "more attainable to the masses" with classic looks and stylings.
View more previews of byCorpus for Urban Outiftters after the jump
Junk de Luxe's history goes back for decades. Founder Thomas Gundorp was importing used Levis into Europe to work his magic in re-imaging and re-fashioning them for sale. Customizing denim is still important to the business to Junk de Luxe but today they have full season collections for men and women. Junk de Luxe's Spring 2009 collection for men "are stylistic references to a young self conscious and ironic Woody Allen, neurotic casual tailoring, cool couture sportswear and groovy, optimistic seventies. The designs are untraditional and edgy where each garment can stand on its own, rather than being dictated by commercial fashion clichés or trends."
Valet Magazine gives a look at one of the special edition items at this past weekend's Opening Ceremony Olympic Marathon Shopping events. Looks like they have a favorite. "We especially like this subversive Giles & Brother ribbon/key chain by Philip Crangi." Available for 40$ from Opening Ceremony.
The quality of this Real Japan Blues Chambray Shirt is what is drawing our praise at the moment. As Self Edge describes it, "This shirt appears to be salmon colored but is actually made up of 7 different colors of yarn, none of which are the color of the shirt." A very All American look but in a garment that has the fit and feel of Japanese quality and detail. Mother of Pearl buttons and all. Available now at Self Edge.
Beams+ is part of the Japanese retailer Beams, and operates under the "American Life Shop" slogan. The shop brings American brands with heritage to Japan and presents every once in a while interesting collaborations with such brands and produces as well their own goods.
This weekend Beams+ released their own branded "Chambray Work Shirts". They present the classic shirts in two colorways and as usual every detail is just right. From the bottons to the pockets, we have nothing to complain. Just a great shirt that will never go out of style.
"For Fall 2008, Fred Perry has updated the attitude and stylings of two ey musical movements; the mid-60's guitar bands, and the post-punk scene of the early 80's" Expect slimmed down silhouettes including ties, trousers, and more.
More views of the Fred Perry Fall 2008 collection after the jump.
The Generic Man Pop-Up Store at Hollywood Trading inside Fred Segal in Santa Monica. This first install is a preview to the full Re-Edit series being released on August 23rd featuring the The Generic Man's new "green" series which features vintage military materials.
Be sure to visit before August 23 for pre-launches of Grey Canvas Chuckmans (available now) and Black Canvas Chuckmans on August 14th.
I love ad campaigns. I'm an Adsoftheworld junkie to be honest. Like everything fashion, you need some drive to get the word out. Fashion ad campaigns are usually some of the boldest when it comes to style, celebrity, and emotion. Men.style thinks so too. Check out their Campaign Roundup for Fall 2008 which is a nice refresher on what you missed in the mags. All that's missing is a poll (hint).
