Wings + Horns Sneakers...

Canadian brand Wings + Horns have already impressed in the clothing market with their mix of smart/casual styling. Now they look like they are having a go at doing it in the shoe game. Although only a small preview they look like they are going at the high end of the market, the sillouettes resemble Common Projects with a twist and the quality looks superb. It will be great to see them carry this kind of quality to the release...

Gant Rugger AW11 'The New Haven Math Club'

US brand Gant is using the current preppy trend to define its heritage brand status with its Gant Rugger line. Headed up by Swedish designer Christopher Bastin in his third year at the brand. He brings his knowledge of clean design from his previous work at Acne and a true passion for classic American Sportswear and he really has created a brilliantly refined collection. With everything from lightwieght wool suits, cricket inspired heavy knits to technical outerwear I think this is a sure fire hit this Autumn...

Ronnie Fieg x Asics G-T II 'Ultra Marine'

The imperious Ronnie Fieg is back in the game this time taking a step back from the Gel Lyte III which has brought him so much praise and has taken another model from the archive. The G-T II is a great looking sillouette and using his familiar materials with both perforated and standard nubuck suede in ultra marine and aqua these look amazing. He spent 3 years working on these and it shows, more pictures via Ronnie's blog, release information coming soon...

Adidas ZX8000 Autumn 2011

I realise that the blog has been somewhat lacking its main intention in the last couple of months so here is a something new from Adidas for this Autumn. Following the same vein as Nikes foray into mixing trainers and work boots they have taken the ZX8000 and given it a make over with some serious leather and d-ring eyelets. I think they have come out really well in both cases although the red/brown leather version is far superior in my opinion, it has a more authentic theme with the mustard interior and silver eyelets...

Customised Vietnam War Zippo's

The Selvedge Yard present a thought provoking look at a collection of Zippo lighters customised by soldiers during the Vietnam War. It is fascinating to see how an inanimate object became a powerful tool in expressing the thoughts, fears and frustrations of the men at war. At the time these lighters could be purchased and customised for around a pound, unbelievable...

Cicli Montante x Maserati 8CTF

Italian bicycle builder Cicli Montante has teamed up with Maserati to celebrate their 1940 Indianapolis 500 victory in their eight-cylinder 8CTF race car. The resemblance to the original vehicle is matched in both colour and design, with the highest specification parts being used to celebrate the design prowess which the car achieved. It has to be one of the best looking bikes I have seen. I especially love the half leather bar grips, although the single front disc brake sounds slightly dangerous (maybe to mirror the dangers in the original race)...

A.P.C. x New Balance 576's

French brand A.P.C. are no stranger to collaborations and there are 2 things you can rely on in all cases, great quality and simplicity. The New Balance 576 is undoubtedly a classic shape and it shines through in the two simple premium suede colour ups. Although these probably won't jump off the page at you they are guaranteed like most of A.P.C's product line to never go out of date...

London Undercover Umbrellas

I hate to tempt fate by advocating the use of umbrellas with current talk of the summer being over already. But I will throw caution to the wind as these are really good as umbrellas go. I think the designs speak for themselves, fish and chips being my obvious favourite, subtle yet funky, available via their webstore and paper-scissor-stone...

White Mountaineering AW11 Collection

White Mountaineering are a brand who are undoubtedly on top of their game. Their preview of their Autumn/Winter 2011 Collection is testament to that. The collections as you would expect from Yosuke Aizawa the collection has distinct Japanese flair with great layering key to establishing each of the looks. The mixture between technical outerwear, traditional materials and knitwear is impressive. The pictures really don't do the show justice but the full video is available for viewing on their website...

S.E.H. Kelly Raglan Shirt

Sometimes a brand creates a piece of clothing which is literally perfect and I think this could be one of those pieces. S.E.H Kelly is a British brand who actually produce their clothes in Britain which I think is really great. Their Raglan Shirt is made from pinpoint cotton in a finer weave than usual Oxford Shirts making it perfect for the summer. The S.E.H tailors have managed to remove both the yoke and shoulder seams to create a much airier feel and in the process creating a really unique yet equally smart look. The short straight hem which hangs just over the belt line also erases that shall I tuck this is in feeling. Add to this the unbelievable details such as the rounded club collar and natural corozo buttons and you have what may well be summer shirt perfection, available in limited numbers now...

Graffiti Cocktail Shaker

If like myself you enjoy drinking (heavily is optional) then this is an essential item, I already have a cocktail shaker but I feel inclined to purchase this on the basis that it is very cool and the attention to detail that is usually lacking items like these has not been missed. Check out the little nozzle and arrow etched onto the cap it's superb. Available via Play.com...

Patta x Kangol 'Summer Of Love' Collection

While over in Amsterdam last weekend I also managed to make a pilgrimage to the legendary Patta store. It was amazing to see the store and I also got wind of their new 'Summer Of Love' headwear collection with long term collaborators Kangol. Kangol’s classic Bermuda Casual hat is the canvas for a three hat collection. They look great in 3 simple colorways with contrasting top buttons and embroidered logos. Giving me LL Cool J flashbacks, old skool...

Paladium Boots - Hidden Gems of LA

Back in September I featured the a Paladium Boots video called 'Detroit Lives'. This is another video from the exploration series this time hosted by Odette Annable of Cloverfield fame. This time the scene is Los Angeles the sprawling metropolis that brings tourists in droves but behind the scenes of the city are some buildings which although they escape the attention of many are the real gems. It really is amazing to see some of the secrets hidden inside some of these forgotten buildings...

Tenue de Nîmes Shop Amsterdam

I came back a couple of days ago from a Queens Day Weekend in Amsterdam, sufice to say it was alot of fun and games. I also managed to sneak into a couple of shops that have been on my radar for a while now. Tenue de Nîmes gained its name from the birthplace of Denim and with a title like that they are on point when it comes to jeans in fact they stock one of the most varied selections of denim I've seen in one place. They also house a great selection of other clothing, shoes and accessories. And they know their stuff, the shop has a great relaxed feel the staff are awesome. I have to say thanks to Rene for helping my spend my cash so easily, if you are in Amsterdam please go down and check it out or have a look at their newly refurbished webstore...

Nico Sushi Memopad

I like Sushi, I like these, available now here...

Bodega x Saucony Elite Master Control Collection

It was been an impressive couple of years for Saucony in partnership with Bostons Bodega, who have resurrected the brand and brought them back to the forefront of Sneaker Culture once again. This new collection takes another Saucony classic the Master Control and as with the last two drops gives them a luxury finish with top quality materials and 3 great colorways no doubt masterminded by the Bodega Crew. I wore my Shadow 5000's from the first drop recently and they really do draw some attention...

Universal Products SS11 Collection

New Japanese brand Universal Products give us a look at their SS11 Collection. For a new brand it has a very polished finish. Mixing both tailoring and sports aesthetics with Japanese styling the collection looks comfortable and wearable. I love the colour blocking base for this collection with the selection of blues/greens and camo pieces thrown in for good measure I can see this brand going places...

Beauty & Youth x Vans Slip On

Looking for a subtle shoe to wear with your rolled chinos this summer, look no further than Beauty & Youths x Vans Slip On. Although this is not their first collaboration this is definately the best so far. I am really loving the monogram patterns on these, gives them a really nice feel, they available now for pre-order...