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CAPSULE A LA MODE: WE'RE HEADING TO PARIS!

Tue, 13 May 2008 15:02:20 -0500

BPMW is going international and taking the (capsule) show over to Paris! The show is scheduled for men's market week, June 26-28 at the Hotel Liberal Bruant, a 17th century chateau located in the heart of the Marais District. Confirmed brands include some of the most sought-after progressive designers in the market, including: April 77, YMC, Nom de Guerre, Fifth Ave Shoe Repair, Julian Red, Endovanera, Penfield, Wood Wood, Yoko Devereaux, Hope, Public School, Fred Perry Special Product, Silas, Simon Miller, RRG and Garbstore.

Visit www.capsuleshow.com/paris to see a full list of participating designers and to register for entry.

FOOTWEAR: POSTE UK

Mon, 12 May 2008 20:17:44 -0500

Poste’s been selling the best of contemporary men's shoes and sneakers set within the leather-furnished luxury of a gentleman's club since 2000. Located on the very posh

South Moulton street in London

, the shop’s got an unbelieveable brand roster including Common Projects. John Varvatos, Hudson, n.d.c., Timberland Boot Company and Opening Ceremony, to name a few. If you’re not heading over to London right now there’s always mail order. Poste has a great web site and informative shoe blog with great pics and product info. Now if only we could shift that pesky exchange rate in our favor…We've got some pics of current hot styles after the jump.

RICKARD LINDQVIST FALL/WINTER 08

Sun, 11 May 2008 21:52:43 -0500

With a resume that boasts stints at Vivienne Westwood, Nudie and Fillippa K, Rickard Lindqvist is poised to become one of Sweden’s hottest young designers. Originally trained as a classic tailor. Lindqvist’s roots are still obvious in his current collection where traditional, high quality garments take a surprising avant garde turn. The line is only available in a handful of stores in Scandinavia and Japan, so for now, we will enjoy watching the video of his fall/winter 08 runway show. Watch it here.

More photos after the jump.

PHOTOS: The Fashion Spot

SHIPLEY & HALMOS TO RECEIVE AWARD FROM THE NATIONAL ARTS CLUB

Sun, 11 May 2008 21:34:38 -0500

The Shipley & Halmos label has already racked up its first accolade after less than a year in business. The National Arts Club will bestow designers Sam Shipley and Jeff Halmos with its inaugural Young Designer Award on May 20. The organization hopes to make the champagne affair an annual one, recognizing and celebrating the freshness of fashion. "We chose them not only because they design for women, but also for men, and at the club we're really interested in getting men interested in fashion," said Chrishaunda Lee, chair of the fashion committee. To toast the occasion, DJ Cassidy is working with the designers to generate an original soundtrack for the evening.

Shipley and Halmos were two of the original founding members of the much-lauded brand Trovata, which has since disbanded and is run solely by John Whitledge. Shipley & Halmos' first collection is in stores now for spring, and is stocked in Manhattan at Barneys New York, Steven Alan, TG-170, and Mick Margo. (The Daily)

ITALIAN VOGUE'S ALL BLACK ISSUE

Sun, 11 May 2008 21:22:23 -0500

The talk of the upcoming all black Italian Vogue issue is picking up speed. We've been hearing about everyone from Ashanti to Jourdan Dunn to Takara (that larger than life contestant from America's Next Top Model) shooting with Steven Meisel for the issue, which aims to bring awareness to color discrimination in fashion.(JC Report)

BARNEYS CHIEF TO STEP DOWN

Sun, 11 May 2008 20:45:59 -0500

Howard Socol, the chief executive of Barneys New York, who restored the company’s stature after it fell into bankruptcy in the 1990s, has told colleagues he intends to resign, according to people knowledgeable about the situation.The people, speaking on the condition of anonymity because Mr. Socol was still completing his plans, said he might announce his resignation as early as next week. They said that Mr. Socol had disagreed sharply with the new owners of the chain over its strategy, especially plans to expand the Barneys name overseas. (nyt)

FOOTWEAR: 3:33

Sat, 10 May 2008 14:50:06 -0500

The fall/holiday collection for 3:33 draws inspiration from a unique source – “some guy” that roams around pro-skater and designer Andrew Reynold’s neighborhood. Reynolds notes with an almost tender fascination that the middle-aged Hispanic man “has big silver rings on every finger” and continually sports a de facto goatee, “black jeans, black leather cowboy boots, black western style button down shirt (un-tucked), and black leather jacket with fringe hanging from it” despite the L.A sun. Reynold’s imagines his muse with “a sawed off shot gun under his jacket” and a perpetual “pissed off” expression. Given this description as a starting point, we’re looking at the shoe collection in a whole new light.-- KB

FOOTWEAR: HEYDAY

Fri, 09 May 2008 14:22:54 -0500

Heyday, the brainchild of Boston-based footwear designer Darin Hager, recently introduced its Fall 2008 collection in the US and Canada, in stores including The Tannery, Sportie LA, Soula, Firebrand and EiLatan. The most unique style carrying over from their Spring 2008 collection is the Shift, a sneaker featuring a wide mouthed eyestay and antiqued Italian calf skin and suede for $114.99. Heydey is known for its fresh combinations of shocking color and luxury materials, and incorporation of Tokyo and New York street styles, and these shoes are no exception.-- KB

WHATS SELLING NOW: OAK NYC

Fri, 09 May 2008 13:31:03 -0500

For our third day of retail roundup, we spoke with Louis & Jeff of Oak, the coolest new store on Bond Streetin NoHo. Oak sells some of the hottest labels around for both men and women, and they have a great selection of shoes and accessories, as well.

What's selling now in your store? All tank tops. Shorts. Unconditional is BLOWING out. B. Son stripes. Hyden Yoo short shorts. Skin is clearly in.

What's going to be hot for fall? Black. LOTS of it. Studs. Ripped things. Shiny things. It’s going to get dark.

Where do you go to look for new brands and fresh product for your store? Everywhere. Online. The street. My friends. My inbox.

Pics after the jump

HAROLD HUNTER DAY

Wed, 07 May 2008 21:42:00 -0500

We miss Harold Hunter. Always with a smile on his face, Harold always made us smile. When the skater-turned Kids star turned- Zoo York poster child passed away suddenly in 2006, the skate world was shocked. But his memory won't be forgotten. As SlamxHype reported, Zoo York have teamed up with New Era, along with the Harold Hunter Foundation and KCDC Skateshop to announce that the 2nd Annual Harold Hunter Day will take place Saturday, May 17th, in New York City. Harold Hunter Day II will unite NYC’s skateboarding community and surrounding scene for a positive day of skating in recognition of the vibrant life and times of New York legend, Harold Hunter. An extraordinary personality with a caring heart, Harold touched the lives of countless people around the world."

PRE-ROMANCED BOOTS BY WINGS & HORNS

Wed, 07 May 2008 21:25:54 -0500

Pre-distressed leather working boots by wings + horns scream of dusty highways and moonlit romance, endowing the wearer with instant boho cred. Here's the secret: before they hit the shelves, they are soaked and then wrapped in a ball, where they dry in the fetal position, and emerge as ready-made hobo footwear for the Blackberry generation.
They can be found sold at Blackbird (Seattle), Fred Segal (LA) and Stel's (Boston). (The Stylephile)

BASTIAN TO DESIGN BILL BLASS TAILORED COLLECTION

Wed, 07 May 2008 21:10:44 -0500

NexCen Brands Inc., which buys and manages global brands, said Monday it has entered into a licensing agreement with Peerless Clothing to launch a men's tailored clothing collection under the Bill Blass name. The company said the new collection is being designed by Michael Bastian, the creative director for Bill Blass Menswear. (Forbes)

ROGAN bOUWERIE

Wed, 07 May 2008 21:00:08 -0500

Rogan opened a new shop on the Bowery today, in the site of the old Bouwerie Lane Theater at 330 Bowery. Designed by Rogan Gregory, the shop’s interior is a nod to the building’s theatrical history. A defining feature is the mirrored mezzanine with suspended stage lighting that will cater to installations and special performances. Flat-black finishes and contrasting reflective materials combine to add to the overall backstage aesthetic. A 32 foot-long “puzzle bench” composed of moveable segments on castors lines the south wall, while a modern steel open-cube structure serves as display for the clothing collection. The retail space will showcase the ROGAN mainline collection for men and women, as well as a curated limited edition series and a rotating line-up of guest collaborators. Gallery-style installations will take place in the shop with a host of artists, local and international, known and un-known.

Photo: refinery

WHATS SELLING NOW; REVOLVECLOTHING.COM

Wed, 07 May 2008 11:12:27 -0500

The second in a series called What’s Selling Now, we caught up with Michael Mente, the owner of revolveclothing.com, one of the most comprehensive sites on the web for directional clothing for men and women.
1. What's selling now in your store?
-Common Projects Perforated Leather Achilles in Pure White
-Endovanera Shants in Grey
-Wrath Arcane Concept Hoodie
-Corpus Drop Sweat Pant in Navy
-Whyred Smith Twill Selvedge Jean in Grey

2. What's going to be hot for fall?
- Timeless tailored inspired pieces
- Androgyny
- Grown up sneakers that wear casually like a sneaker, but have dressier and classic aesthetic
- Worn in boots with pants tucked in
- Affordability!

3. Where do you go to look for new brands and fresh product for your store?

Everywhere! Travel, blogs, magazines, friends!

INTERVIEW WITH TIM HAMILTON

Wed, 07 May 2008 09:34:50 -0500

East Village Boys has a really fun and in-depth interview with Tim Hamilton. There are also some awesome pictures of Tim through the years that you shouldn’t miss (Miami 1991, helloooo!!!!) “ We first fell for New York-based designer Tim Hamilton at his presentation last February during New York fashion week. We’ve been trying to pin him down since then, and somewhere in between visiting his factories in Japan and Italy, moving his home, selling-out his first UNIQLO collection, and getting nominated for a CFDA award for the second time in his two-year career, he squeezed us in. Personally, I think he’s destined to dress every East Village boy from here to Tokyo.” Read the rest and see the pics here.