We’re pretty excited by the launch of the new Etiquette Clothiers line. Their tagline says it all: “The World’s Most Proper Basics.” They mean it. The brand philosophy is pretty simple: “Today the rules of etiquette are usually unwritten – they’re the underlying standards of society, the things that keep us from offending friends and killing strangers on crowded public transportation. Likewise, your style starts with the basics: underwear and socks.”

With that in mind, Etiquette delivers a exceptional collection of basics that are built with the belief that basics should be as well constructed as your top layers. Two collection showcase the Etiquette goods: “The White Label collection provides modern styles and patterns in exceptionally soft combed cotton.The Black Label collection is the epitome of luxury with classic designs, natural pearl buttons and the finest Italian mercerized cotton.” It is all about superior quality and fit. See them at (capsule) NYC this week.

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The 12 pencil collection from the “Savage Beauty” exhibition and book showcases motifs and looks from the Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2010 collection. The set is a wonderful gift or addition to your personal collection. Colette has them.

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An interesting new take from our friends at Billykirk. The brothers worked with Horween Leather Co. to develop this “westrn floral” motif for a collection of new bags, including a top-tube bicycle bag, bill-fold passport, and more. The details should be viewed in our gallery to get a true feel for it. Otherwise, head to (capsule) NYC and see them for yourself in person.

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Here’s a preview of the Spring 2012 collection from the J. Lindeberg line. The theme is travel, specifically the island of “Gotland” which the collection takes its name. “Travelling is fast becoming an increasing part of daily life, either from country to country or the daily commute. Garments need to be lightweight and protective. The Spring /Summer 2012 collection sees shape, form and function redefined with classic multifunctional and utility items reformed and updated to incorporate a modern utility…”

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Our latest video feature is about the new London based tradeshow Jacket Required. Launching in August, the show was founded by Craig Ford, Andrew Parfitt and Mark Batista, who tell us all about the show in the video. Click here to see it in all it’s glory.

Now that we’re firmly entrenched in mid season madness, we thought we’d look at some new collections. Part of Grenson owner Tim Little’s own line, these shoes tickle our fancy. Made in Napoli, they’re the kind of shoes that’ll only get more handsome as time goes by. And they’re handmade, if you like that sort of thing.

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Coming to our attentions via a trip round Berlin’s Mitte ‘hood, Homecore is a French brand that has edged into the more mature realms of casual work-wear, while never forgetting its street-wear roots. Find out more with our Q&A with the founder Alexandre Guarneri after the leap.

Louis Vuitton have just launched their newest exhibition, entitled Voyages. Based in Beijing, it’s a look at the Vuitton’s history (and a way to showcase their heritage to a rapidly growing Asian market). (Think Silly)

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Kolor’s autumn collection has just fell in stores – albeit in Japan – and it’s a perfect excuse for us to feature one of our favourite brands. We’ve featured this cardigan in its various forms for eons now but we’re still as enamoured with it as we always were. It’s a Japanese so you know what time it is* (Mindtrive)

Curated lets us know about this:

“Running through August 31, 2011, Certain Young French Photography and Drawings presents the work of Claire Adelfang, Claudia Imbert, Luna Picoli Truffaut, Marc Cellier, Nicolas Dhervillers, Matthias Olmeta, Léonard Bourgois-Beaulieu, Abdelkader Benchamma,  Lionel Avignon Kiki and Loulou Picasso at agnès b.’s New York flagship.”

See more over at Curated.