Preview of The Rig Out – A Guide to Style in Life
The Rig Out is a small publication that is produced alongside the folks at Oi Polloi. With its second issue coming out soon, expect some great editorials and photos by the likes of Daiki Suzuki and more. Considered as “A Guid to Style in Life,” the men’s magazine brings about a different angle on men’s style. We’ve just received some previews that are definitely worth the look, and could be a signal of better things to come from an aspiring small magazine.
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Make Ink – Project Origins
Project Origins comes from the collective known as Make Ink. Make Ink specializes in arts based branding projects such as recent works they’ve done with Levi’s and Adidas. Their newest work is a spoof Adidas campaign highlighting the heritage and history of the ‘brand with three stripes.’ According to Nick Hussey, Director of Make Ink: ‘Project Origins’ is a concept created by us at Make Ink to test the online environment. We specialise in the subversion of branding through art… and like everybody else, we love dinosaurs”
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The Pop Up Flea Event
Why wait till Black Friday to do some much needed “personal” shopping when you have the Pop Up Flea coming this weekend. Organized by Michael Williams (ACL) and Randy Goldberg, the event has an exciting lineup of brands and familiar names such as Billykirk, Rogues Gallery, J. Crew, Gitman Brothers, and more.
The event will take place at 201 Mulberry Street, Between Spring and Kenmare, New York City.
Here are the dates:
Friday, November 20th, 3pm-9pm
Saturday November 21st, 11am-7pm
Sunday the 22nd 11am-6pm.
The Outlier Khaki OG
Khaki plays an important role in every man’s wardrobe. The good folks at Outlier takes the khaki concept and gives it some improvements for everyday use. Perfect for the professional bike commuter, these Outlier pants moves freer and is a lot more breathable. Moisture is not a threat as its meticulous construction with 4Season fabric does the job at the end. With its a special flat tan khaki color, this pair of trousers is one you can build your daily style around on. Available now at Outlier.
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The Cycles of Fashion Article from The Washington Post
The Washington Post has an interesting article on the District’s latest Tweed Run. The event is a chance for ladies and gents to dandy up their wardrobe and stroll down the D.C. streets in their old model bicycles. The article further explains the growing trend of Dandyism and how it is able to bring people who have a fascination of those times together. It also mentions that the rise of the Dandy is paralleled to the growing fashion community such as Alexander McQueen’s Fall Fashion Lineup, and sites like The Art of Manliness and Rules for My Unborn Son.
Read the whole article at The Washington Post.
Images by Evy Mages-For the Washington Post.
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Steven Alan – Limited Edition Perfect Bag
Steven Alan has partnered with V Australia to release a new limited-edition “Perfect Bag.” As part of the process, Steven flew to Australia to soak in different inspirations from the Continent for the bag he is designing. To keep those who can’t wait informed, the designer has turned to blogging and tweeting to give out updates and information on his latest findings and progress. Not only is he doing this to keep fans up to date, but it is also a way for him to receive feedback on how the outcome of the perfect travel bag should be. The bag will debut in December of 2009. Stay tuned as we get more developments on this exciting project.
Follow the project on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/perfectproject
6876 Brecon Jacket
Somethings are just better in all black. 6876’s Brecon parka length jacket is a combination of performance, perfect tailoring and cut, and wearability. The jacket signals the brand’s shift towards a more tailored look and focus styled that somehow parallels the movement of sports and outdoor enthusiasts. The jacket is smart and functional conceived to blend the looks of a raincoat and a parka. Features include extended half-bellows lower cartographers pocket, a half-bellows chevron chest pocket and a new hidden pocket tab style. The Brecon also debuts a new innovative hood, classic placket notch and the return of the 6876 storm cuff.
For more information, visit http://www.sixeightsevensix.com/.
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Edwin Plaid Shirts – Autumn/Winter 2009
If you’re starting to shop around for plaid shirts for the winter, be on the look out for some of Edwin’s selections from their current collection. Some of their standouts are these pieces that are made from nice soft brushed cotton. Details also include double button collar tab, single button chest pockets and an Edwin side seam tab. These three pictured up top is the Shin Red, Ken Red, and Shin Burgundy models. Available now at Coggles.
Zoologie – Autumn/Winter 2010 Lookbook
Australian label Zoologie looks to the Native American tribes of North America for inspiration for their Autumn/Winter 2010 collection. Textures, shapes, and patterns were specifically taken from the tribe’s Hopi Kachina dolls and mixed it with the ideals of pioneering, traveling, and the interactions of the native populations. Items such as washed denim, leathers, wools, and cottons are constructed for the range along with other fabrics such as silks, viscose and super soft modal. Visit Zoologie’s site for more information on their upcoming collection.
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Seeking Contributors and Photo Interns
We are currently seeking contributors at SwipeLife. If you have experience or interest in writing about men’s fashion, gadgets, cars, art & design, architecture, travel, culture, and more please contact us. We are also looking for photo interns who are well versed in photoshop and wordpress. Positions are currently unpaid. If you are interested, please email us at info@swipelife.com
