Nonnative x New Balance CM997/8's

Picked these up from the good folks at Foot Patrol this week, thought it would be ironic to photograph them out in the snow, kind of like putting a camel in the arctic! Hugely impressed by the quality of the materials and I know there have been complaints about the toe box on these but once they are on the feet they look good in proportion...

Nonnative x New Balance CM997

Nonnative are in my opinion one of the best brands out there right now you only need to look at their current collection to want to remortgage your house to buy it all. This preview of their upcoming collaboration with the mighty New Balance is absolutely beautiful. Taking inspiration from the shifting sand dunes of Morocco the multi tonal upper alone is epic but with the addition of the splash of persian blue on the outsole this really does take this colorway to a whole new level. Available in early January this will be my first purchase of 2012 for sure, this is a seriously top notch shoe and it deserves major appreciation...

Nonnative SS12 Collection

I find it increasingly hard to write about each passing collection from Nonnative without sounding like I am in some way being blackmailed by them into writing excellent reviews, but the fact is they have been producing alarming quality collections so consistently its virtually impossible to grumble about anything except for the price and with product which is good as this even that seems like an innate argument. Lightweight fabrics allow for some fine layering without being too bulky for the warmer months and I really love the use of colour blocking with several pieces in similar colours but with varied textures and fabrics. Showcasing design, functionality and style this collection is hugely accomplished and I guess its time for me to start saving for the release in 2012...

Nonnative SS11 Collection

Japanese brand Nonnative bring us some more of their brilliant SS11 'Bluffers Code' Collection and continue to impress with the arrangements of looks and the simple styling which although not ground braking is so consistently good and mixes confort with style effortlessly, it will be hard to find a collection as good as this for this summer, availability is getting better too see their stockist list here...

Nonnative Dweller Hi Top

Nonnative is really starting to increase its presence in the UK, hailing from Japan their simple design ethics and great quality are creating a good following. These sneakers are no exception and im sure they will be well recieved. Having a Visvim feel to them the suede textured outer is not only great to look at but also waterproof as the leather is lined with Gortex making these great for all seasons...