We barely mention the recession here – there are enough places you can go if you want ‘reccessionista’ talk – but this tote bag couldn’t be more appropriate for this year. It’s available in red and blue and also has a Velcro closing, so you can protect whatever’s in your bag should it start to rain (that might sound obvious, but you’d be surprised at the amount of totes that have no way of keeping them closed). Get it from Pedlars.

Here comes another interesting video interview with Bally creative director Brian Atwood. The Swiss heritage brand has gone through lots of restructuring in recent years. Let’s see what the lookout for the Bally future is these days! Via IHT.

Suzy Menkes from IHT and NYT met up with Kim Jones right before the first full Dunhill catwalk show. They talk about reviving the heritage of the classic British brand. Check it out!

These hat lampshades are part of Hidden Art’s select range and are cheekily called Jeeves and Wooster. The websites blurb states that the lights are “suitable for any aspiring gentleman or conscientious manservant where class and sophistication are the essential components to illumination.”

The Jeeves bowler hat is lined with a gold interior, whilst the Wooster top hat is lined with a silver interior. They’re also priced relatively cheaply for such unique pieces. Get it from Hidden Art.

Berlin’s Julia & Ben offer looks that balance wearability against conceptual fashion. Take a look at the details looks from their Spring/Summer 2009 runway for examples. Check their long overcoat with it’s detailed pattern and collar closure. Word is that a Julia & Ben shop should be coming soon. (via coutequecoute)

More detailed looks from the Julia & Ben Spring/Summer 2009 Man Collection after the jump.

Les Hommes Spring/Summer 2009 Show.

PF Flyers showcased their Fall 2009 collection in the Urban Superior Hall at Bread & Butter Barcelona this week. The collection is refreshed with new colorways and molds which pull from the PF Flyer heritage.  Metallics colors and lace straps are introduced for examination.

More views from the PF Flyers Fall 2009 Sneaker Collection after the jump.

The mothership reports in on the new Junya Watanabe “ready to wear” collection for Fall 2009.

Junya Watanabe has been one of our favorite designers in years now. His mix of traditional workwear and up to date fabrics and colors was always appealing to us. Here we take a first look at the Junya Watanabe MAN Fall 2009 Collection and once again we cannot wait for winter to come.

The hunting theme is apparent and a lot of traditional British jackets also appear in the collection. Of course always with that special Watanabe touch. Overall the line looks really smart and sophisticated, but it seems to be a line that is also easy to wear and to relate to. (via WWD).

More views of the Junya Watanabe MAN Fall 2009 Ready to Wear Collection after the jump.

For March, Lodger Footwear presents a suede version of their Full Brogued Wingtip in an ink suede. The shoes are produced in Lodger’s English factory and several features give them a nice spring feel. Lightening the sole edge, for example.

eluxury has put up some of the new spring 2009 Opening Ceremony footwear collection on their site. Desert Boots in a variety of colorways are available as well as saddle shoes and leather slip-ons.

More select views of the Opening Ceremony Spring 2009 Footwear after the jump.