DIESEL // Formichetti Well Done

So something I've seen a huge amont of press talk about is Diesel and it's reboot which is being headed up by none other than Nicola Formichetti! Formichetti previous head of Mugler has taken the reigns at Diesel, honest opinion here I think it's going really well.  

Talking about his new work at Diesel Formichetti has made comments about his work "Before Diesel, people used to tell me to turn down the volume...but Renzo always tells me to crazier. No one's ever said that to me before." So clearly things are going well at Diesel and everythings encouraged but I something about their work seems to shine and highlight how much Formichetti is enjoying the position. 

 

 

With the new Diesel tribute now in stores, Formichetti is definitely delivering what I'd expect to see! FINALLY SOMEONE GETTING IT RIGHT! Diesel is being given new life, it's bold and different whilst still upholding everything they stand for. If I could I'd have to shake Formichetti's hand I think what he's done here is brillaint, denim we all know is a staple and he's still managed to give it a fresh feel. 

Using the Diesel archives in his search for inspiration, I think it's brilliant also bringing names like Brooke Candy and Mykki Blanco into the mix is of course going to help. I love them and why wouldn't you, they're part of something new bringing brilliant appeal and change. Honestly I think Diesel Tribute works because it's fresh and real, it's not a mimic or a fake and I love that!

Asides from me I want to see what other people think, the majority of people's reviews/comments seem very possitive. People like where he's heading with Diesel and I can definitely see why, perhaps his move to Diesel from Mugler was really for the best? Let me know your thoughts and opinions in comments!

Collab // Topshop X Meadham Kirchhoff

If you haven't heard yet there's a brilliant collection being released soon! Coming November 21st is something i'm super excited for, after their 2010 collab with Topshop the eccentric and wonderful Meadham Kirchhoff are releasing another collab "The Cherries". After their various magical different  shows "The Cherries" will probably be a dream for any girl who loves the fabulous duo!

Meadham Kirchhoff's S/S 2014 Collection 

I have to say how much I love Meadham Kirchhoff I think they always have such an interesting collectino with a brilliant theme running through out. I can't wait to see where they take their new Topshop collaboration which is apparently going to consist of a massive 60 pieces! I think their style's matured and grown a lot since 2010 so it'll be fascinating to see where they take this venture. All I can say is I hope it's everything we love from Meadham Kirchhoff bright and bold whilst still feeling romantic and stylish! 

 

A few images of Meadham's 2010 Topshop Collaboration

For anyone who loves a designer highstreet mix then this is something you need to have in your wardrobe! I'm definitely excited to see what they bring this time around and hopefully they have something everyone can hope for especially just before Christmas! I think it'll sell really well though, especially seeing how anyone with a keen eye for fashion seem to love Meadham Kirchhoff. 

NEWGEN // Men about town

NEWGEN MEN sponsered by Topman have released the names of the three menswear designers who they're going to support this season:

// Common // Kit Neale // Diego Vanassibara //

Ahead of the upcoming LC:M A/W 14 in January the BFC have revealed these names, these brands will already join the brilliant designers already supported by NEWGEN. The current list reading as so: Agi & Sam, Astrid Andersen, Lee Roach, Martine Rose, Matthew Miller, Nasir Mazhar and Shaun Samson.

The brilliance of NEWGEN is the fact it's helping London fashion and Menswear blossom, which in my opinion is very important. Being a man I know where menswear lacks and by supporting these brands it's going to help menswear become something more than just clothes for men, it's exciting to see. 

Personally I can't wait to see what's going to happen from these brands, especially Kit Neale as he's someone who's collections I love and his style stands out really strongly. I definitely think he's working his way into my heart and becoming one of my favourite designers.

 

 

I'm definitely excited to see what everyone presents next LC:M, NEWGEN are definitely collection the best of menswear and intend to nuture something really special. I can't wait to watch NEWGEN grow and all these designers growing as well. 

Definitely something to watch for anyone interested in London's menswear!

Movember // Strikes Again

As October draws to a close we move into November which seems to be the most boring month ever stuck between Halloween and Christmas it leaves us all stressed, bored and uninterested. Thankfully November brings the rise of Movember which if you don't know what it is where have you been hiding?

We all love good facial hair and I guess Movember whilst serving a good cause, raising awareness just leaves us with some real beauties to look at (not that we need an excuse). Whilst growing facial hair the real purpose of raising money and awares for prostate cancer, testicular cancer and mental health. Last year they raised an amazing £92 million!

Check out their website for more information //here// which I have to say is looking amazing! Props to whoever designed it!

 

Hopefully through out the month i'll be able to bring you guys lots of great images of brilliant facial hair from all over London! Movember is such a great idea and especially being a guy it really reflects the importance of getting men to talk about health, I know myself guys aren't great about talking about these issues. 

I'll deffinitely be checking up on Movember and finding some of my favourite people and I'll be able to show them to all of you! Also if you know any people who's facial hair is impressive let me know  too! 

Lou Reed // Death of an Icon

News spreads like wild fire in today's society and sadly recently the news we've been given is that of the death of Velvet Underground icon Lou Reed last week. Lou Reed famous for his music we've definitely lost an icon, although I guess one of the greastest things is how many people I've seen pay their respects to him. It really shows how many people his music reached, influenced and inspired. 

Looking back at Lou Reed, you've got a guy who can be linked to so other many great names such as Andy Warhol, Edie Sedgewick, Candy Darling and the whole of the factory crowd. I think it'd be hard to come from such a crowd and not have a reputation, with so much creativity flowing from all the characters involved. 

The infamous factory crowd although a place are something I love the idea of, it's a place a time and a feeling. The whole movement of it all. Lou Reed and The Velvet Underground have made some of the most famous music of all time even allowing for the undertones and second meanings in his music. Song's like I'm Waiting For my Man and Perfect Day having all the expected rock connotations of drugs yet I've also seen his music described as "the exact opposite of what he was expected to do" and "songs of real tenderness". 

Obviously music art fashion and culture all go hand in hand and I think this is why it's important to remember Lou, look back on his life and reflect on that. What I love is how this picture above is just another example of evidence and proof of how his work touched the hearts and minds of people everywhere and not only of his time. Clare Barrow designed this jacket as it says "a personal shrine to her hero" obviously a young desinger reflecting her respect. Proving how far his reach stretches we've really lost a very special musician and inspiration. 

Let's hope people continue to be inspired by him and his music even after his death. 

Greatest respects. RIP Lou Reed. 

Jil Sander // Exits

In new news Jil Sander is reported to be leaving her brand again, this time for the third time. Jil Sander returned to the brand as Raf Simons was leaving to Dior in February 2012, this time her leave is apparently based on personal reasons. Jil Sander's latest S/S 2014 collection was designed by her and the A/W will be continued by the in house design team. 

Do we think that she should or will return after this departure or will somebody come to fill her role? 

 

 

Jil Sander S/S 2014 

Thankfully I think with Jil Sander she's returned to the brand, it's constantly been looked after and I have no fear of it turned into a disaster. I think it'll be kept well maintained and they will bring somebody new in. Although if the in house team are going to be desinging next seasons collection it may mean this persons going to be rising up this way?

Jil Sander's clothes work because of their balance and style, I think it's a brand who will be able to manage themselves and work through this and it'll be fine. My main curosity lies with who if anyone is going to take over eventually? 

Perhaps we'll see a radical change or it'll be a subtle shift I think only time will tell! 

Pop Up // Rose Blair

Just a tiny little post but something I wanna draw your attention to! One of my favourite designers from graduate fashion week Rose Blair has opened her pop up shop today and is open until Saturday 26th!

Rose's collection which was a massively fun pink paradise had everything any girl would want from massively cute crops to my little ponies and everything sparkly in between. Her graduate collection was definitely something to be aware of and she's a new name to keep an eye out for, hoping for big things for this girl. I thought I'd post some of the imagery from Zeum Mag's shoot by Amber Eggleden that included some pieces of hers in and is a wonderfully fun sight! The rest of the shoot can be found //here// which is amazing and totally worth a look.

I think if you guys don't head down and give her shop some attention you'll all be missing out, I'm heading down Friday when I'm off uni and I can't wait to see everything especially since first seeing it at GFW! And remember the address is: 

Port-of-Entry pop-up shop

(basement of El Paso) 

350-354 Old Street 

Shoreditch 

EC1V 9NQ

Hope people come down and show Rose some love!