If you’ve been paying any attention to women’s fashion, you’ll no doubt have heard of ‘colour blocking’, this jacket is a fine example of colour blocking at it’s finest. Blocking has been on the outskirts of men’s fashion for a while now, with plenty of designers getting it wrong. If there’s more pieces like this, we might just see this trend move to the forefront. Get this from Oki-Ni.

The news that went round the internet yesterday was that Thom Browne was nearing bankruptcy and that financial backers didn’t want to go near his label as they feared it was a fad. The cut lets us know that Mr Browne has sought to kill those rumors, stating he’s nowhere near bankruptcy – although he would like a financial backer for growth reasons. He also went on to say that ten new stores in Europe and Japan had picked up his range and that wholesale business was up 117 percent. Sounds pretty healthy to us. [Via The Cut & WWD]

01. Smith + Butler at MOSCOT Pop-Up Store

118 Orchard St. NYC on starting March 27th. Opening reception April 1.

02. Omega Re-Releases Their Most Sought After Diving Watch

“The original Omega PloProf (Plongeuer Professionnel) is many things to many people.  One common idea is that it is simply the ugliest watch Omega ever produced…” (Hodinkee)

03. Treasure or Trash? Artist Says It’s in the Packaging

“How do objects acquire their monetary value? What makes something worth $2 rather than $100? By poking fun at such questions, artist Justin Gignac has found a way to turn trash into something closer to treasure.” (NPR Audio)

04. Michael Jackson’s most iconic outfits go under the hammer – despite the singer’s protests

“Some of Michael Jackson’s most iconic outfits including the crystal-encrusted glove he wore during performances of hit Billie Jean are to be put on display in Times Square in a preview of a planned auction of the pop legend’s possessions.” (ONTD)

A great new summer cap is coming from Japanese brand waste(twice) – the Rail Roader. They chose some nice materials for the caps and the silhouette certainly feels refreshing amongst all the others. Made from 100% linen they are perfect for the warmer days that lie ahead. The caps are now available from AnoutCommune.

More views of the Rail Roader follow after the jump.

Junya Watanabe has come out with a new khaki cotton single-breasted jacket. We like a lot the double pocket on one side of the jacket and the brown buttons. Overall a very casual jacket that can be worn for any occasion. It is now availalbe from Browns.

More detailed images after the jump.

Oh, Mr. Williams, how do you scoop the world of American heritage? ACL gets caught showing their love for Filson and Urban Outfitter’s continued ability to channel the power of the now with this collection of bags collaborating the brand and store nicely. “The partnership consists of a limited run of canvas bags that were made especially for Urban Outfitters in the special color ways. Launching in mid-April in selected cities (New York, LA, etc.) the special styles will be priced at $205 for the small duffel and $129 for the zipper tote.” Very well done.

More views of the Filson for Urban Outfitters collaboration after the jump.

Thanks to Men’s Rag, I now have to contemplate another dosh digger. N.D.C’s Made by Hands Accessories for Spring/Summer 2009 have me asking – how many more bags do I need? Clearly more. The leather wide brief, is finished with wave stained leather that is not to be confused with a religious shroud. The shoe shine kit is finished nicely in dark stain. Keep those brogues sharp.

More views of the N.D.C Made by Hands Accessories Spring/Summer 2009 after the jump.

LOVE Magazine’s blog brings us some photos and images of the Autumn/Winter 2009 Balmain collection. Founded by Pierre Balmain, the French fashion house styles their looks to showcase outerwear including a shearling lined leather parka, and fitted motorcycle jackets. But do me a favor and keep the shirts on the model. 

Some more looks from the Balmain Autumn/Winter 2009 collection after the jump.

We love Band of Outsiders and appreciate their belt fashioned  with suspender closures. The striped finish on the belt fits well with grey and darker shade trouser. They’re made in the U.S.A. which is great but is it me or does this model resemble Liverpool and England striker Peter Crouch a little too much? Maybe if Band of Outsiders supplies the Brits with some suspender belts they’ll me more apt to qualify for the Euros this time around. What a loss that was… Pick up the Suspender Belt from Band of Outsiders at Forward.