ROCK THE BOAT The very best of the nautical trend
MENIMALIST
Menswear takes a simple turn for Spring/Summer
SPRING / SUMMER '11 ISSUE 3 • FREE
SUMMER HOLIDAY
A how-to guide on holiday packing!
GOOD VIBRATIONS
Go on the run in festival feel fashion this season
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW
An insider from London's hottest new blog gives us the low down on where to be this summer
+ THE LATEST TRENDS FROM DIFFUSION
Available at
tedbaker.com
CONTENTS
what's going on in this issue... 26
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06/ The Hitlist 10/ Trend Alert 14/ 70's Remake - The hair, the make up, the hemlines! Summer's biggest trend. 20/ The Shoe Shuffle 21/ The Bag Lady 22/ It's Play Time 24/ Sit Down You're Rocking The Boat 26/ Menimalist - New simple styling for summer. 34/ Neat Feet 37/ Hang Bags 38/ Just Drop It 40/ We're All Going On A Summer Holiday 44/ Good Vibrations - On the run in boho chic. 52/ The Cherry On Top 54/ The Classics 56/ Dream Denim 58/ Tough Tees 60/ It's Tee Time 62/ All You Need To Know
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turn to page 62 for Brady's take on Summer antics
BROUGHT TO YOU BY... EDITOR & FASHION DIRECTOR Rachel McCulloch PRODUCTION MANAGER Dom Potter HEAD OF PHOTOGRAPHY Justyna Ptak PHOTOGRAPHERS Dan Carter & Vishal Kapoor HEAD OF DESIGN Matt Zarandi HAIR Toni & Guy MAKE UP Nikki Simpson SPECIAL THANKS To all of our models
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DIESEL 62041 £65
THE
HITLIST
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The things that we like and that you will too!
BLOG THAT!
It is pretty difficult to ignore the blog culture which has been steadily emerging for the past few years. If you’re cool, you blog. If it’s cool, it’s blogged about. Leaders of the pack are Yin&Yang who comment on music, fashion, art and photography.We have been hooked on their daily musings for a while now, and soon you will be too! Check out more from the boys on page 62 to 63.
AYE AYE
The nautical trend has once again reared its exquisite head for another Spring/Summer season. And in what better medium than these crisp Diesel shorts? Wear them with deck shoes and a blazer for sailor styling, or if you’re feeling sea sick then you can wear them with a pair of Toms and a bright tee for a casual look...
MELISSA 61599 £85
WATCH THE WEDGE
look out for our new blog coming this autumn!
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Spring/Summer footwear has always leant itself to wedges, and not without reason. If you are donning a floral summer dress then the best way to show it off is with heels – and rather than tottering around in stilettos all day, the wedge is your best friend. Supportive and chic, Melissa’s Patchuli wedges with quirky racing stripes up the heel are our front running favourites.
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TOUR DE FORCE
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Alongside the likes of Mumford and Sons and Arcade Fire, The Fleet Foxes have been heralding the reinvigoration of folk music since 2007. They complete the USA leg of their tour in May and are then heading over to Blighty to tour their new album "Helplessness Blues".We can't wait to see what the boys have got up their flared sleeves!
LACOSTE 60978 £60
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TED'S FINISHING TOUCH
G-STAR 61454 £55
TOMS 59964 £32
DIESEL 61656 £60 VANS 61469 £38
PAUL SMITH 61039 £92 YMC 61630 £70 LYLE & SCOTT 58728 £45
PUMP IT UP It’s time to confine those military boots to the back of the wardrobe and show off your ankles! A pair of bright summer pumps with turned up jeans is the perfect summer uniform. Choose from Diesel, YMC, Converse, Toms, Vans and more at Diffusion!
Glancing through Ted Baker’s selection for Spring and one thing is unmissable…this guy has a thing about shoulders! Chainmail, floral detail, featherlike layering, pin tucks and bows adorn the spring collection shoulders.
Floral detail, feather-like layering, pin tucks and bows.
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HERE COMES THE BRIDE
Just when we thought merchandising for the Royal Wedding had gone mad, with 'Top Trumps' games and Wills and Kate toilet seats, Ted Baker has saved the day for Royalists! These gorgeous Union Jack bags come as make up bags, wash bags and shoppers- plus they will still look Brit kitsch well after they have tied the knot!
BARBOUR'S BRIGHTS BARBOUR 60908 £149
THE DON
For years, Barbour has been associated with a modest colour scheme of quilted and waxed jackets in brown, green and black.We have recently seen the collection getting bolder– and now, at last, Barbour has let its palette come into full swing with yellow, blue, white and more in their updated Nylon International range.
Yohji Yamamoto is the pioneer of avant garde fashion design. He combines a Japanese influence with conceptual Western tailoring to create some of the most influential fashion of the last forty years. Lucky for us, Yamamoto is running an installation retrospective at the V&A until July – so head down there to soak up some of his wisdom.
open until July 10th
TED BAKER 62455 £39
TED BAKER 62456 £25
TED BAKER 62457 £22
DIESEL DENIM
They have got their work cut out for them over at Diesel by reinventing denim each season.And somehow, they manage it! Their newest addition to the family is stonewashed denim in a cotton and linen mix – easy on the eye and soft to the touch! Find these shorts and a dress in the fabric at Diffusion.
DIESEL 61306 £90
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www.hudsonshoes.com
Telephone: 020 7729 2113
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TREND
get ready for the great outdoors!
ALERT
G-STAR 61819 £79
Wondering what to wear for summer? Take a gander at the trends that caught our eye this season...
G-STAR 61836 £70 HUMOR 61906 £29
SAFARI SHIRT
THE BRIGHT STRIPES We’re making this one easy for you and combining two trends in one! Electric neon brights lit up the runways for Spring, but if you’re a bit shy then you can infuse a neutral outfit with a pop of colour. Naturally then, the summer colour scheme goes hand in hand with modern variations on the Breton stripe. Humor hit the nail on the head with this tee - available in other colourways too!
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Get suited for the great outdoors with short sleeved safari shirts. Other variations on this style lean towards a camping or military look, but whatever you go for, you’re all set to face the elements in this faux-utility style. G-Star Raw nails the trend in dusky blue and camouflage tan.
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DIRTY WORK As if straight off the paint balling field, splatters adorned the men’s catwalks for Spring. Cuffs, hems or entire outfits carried this expressionistic trend. Stick two fingers up at Daz with this un-washed look and get your hands on these Diesel jeans. Being dirty never looked so good!
YMC 61237 £90
CREW CUT Designers have got our back this season.To protect from chilly spring nights or unexpected turns in the weather, crew neck sweaters are what it’s about. Choose from a selection of knits and patterns. YMC’s dusky pink sweater is a must have, or go for the classic look with a fine navy knit by Paul Smith. Wear with turned up chinos.
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YMC’s dusky pink sweater is a must have...
Face the elements in this faux-utility... P/11
DIESEL 61111 £180
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70s REMAKE 70’s fashion is the ultimate mix of statement pieces – busy prints, maxi dresses, short shorts, safari jackets and peasant blouses and you’ve got yourself a trend! The catwalks followed Yves Saint Laurent’s lead this year with Derek Lam, Elie Saab and Gucci being just a few to catch on.These oh-so-cute corduroy shorts are the perfect 70’s update. See our spread dedicated to the trend over on page 14.
BY JAM 62006 £42
ST TROPEZ 62021 £50
SET THE PACE So lace is in – what’s new, you ask? This spring, lace has been toned down and returned to its feminine roots. Pastel colours and girlie shapes in lace have been embroidered, tailored and accessorised. Christopher Kane, Ralph Lauren and Oscar de La Renta wave the flag for re-invented lace. St Tropez has embraced this beautiful trend with some simple tops in neutral tones. Lace panelled sleeves are subtle and sophisticated.
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lace goes back to its roots
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Like a child in a crayola box, designers have gone crazy for colour...
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TED BAKER 61788 £159
TRAFFIC PEOPLE 62090 £59
PRIMARY PRINTS Acting as the anti-camouflage, busy prints have hit the Spring 2011 catwalks with a bang! Animals, flowers, quotes and buildings all decorated the way, plus Prada even went bananas! We’ve got a dizzying selection of prints at Diffusion but this jungle print dress by Traffic People with a Spanish feel has got our vote.
THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL Brights this year are bolder than ever, even hinting at neon in some cases! Like a child in a crayola box, designers have gone crazy for colour by mixing them, clashing them and even pairing them with black! Ted Baker’s dress plays with the boldness of bright red to make it ultra feminine with an hourglass shape and pretty bow.
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Let maxi dresses, bold prints, tight tee's and peasant blouses bring out your inner disco diva!
Left page, left to right G-Star shirt 61303 £84 Melissa shoes 61599 £85 Paul Smith scarf 59217 £49 By Jam jacket 62004 £42 Laundry Room dress 62145 £45 Melissa shoes 61599 £85 By Jam shirt 62003 £45 Diesel belt 61397 £40 Diesel shorts 61306 £90 Laceys shoes 61753 £52 This page, left to right TFNC top 61251 £45 Miss 60 jeans 61964 £138 Lyle & Scott polo 61378 £43 By Jam shorts 62006 £42 Saint Tropez scarf 61742 £20 Saint Tropez vest 62163 £15 Firetrap skirt 61634 £52
Left to right Saint Tropez scarf 61742 £20 Juicy dress 61271 £180 Firetrap jacket 61957 £95 Laundry Room top 62152 £35 G-Star shorts 61678 £88 Diesel belt 61395 £45 Ted Baker playsuit 61197 £179
Left to right Saint Tropez vest 62163 £15 Traffic People dress 62090 £59 Laceys shoes 62159 £69 Jarlo dress 62119 £75 Replay shoes 61166 £68 G-Star shirt 61571 £99 Diesel belt 61397 £40 Traffic People dress 62094 £75 Miss 60 shoes 61549 £102
Left to right Ted Baker dress 61600 £229 Miss 60 shoes 62125 £130 Firetrap dress 61746 £57 Laceys shoes 61753 £52 Traffic People dress 62093 £109 Melissa shoes 61599 £85
Left to right Traffic People 62087 £45 Miss 60 62126 £130 Sugarhill Boutique dress 61638 £69 Melissa shoes 61601 £85 Paul Smith scarf 59217 £49 Lee & Vivienne Westwood t-shirt 61395 £54 Diesel belt 61395 £45 Lee & Vivienne Westwood jeans 61030 £103 Laceys shoes 62155 £40
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Wedges,peep toes,espadrilles and sandals will keep your feet spoilt for choice this sunny season!
MISS SIXTY 61549 £102
LACEYS 62157 £45
ASH 62020 £135 MELISSA 61601 £85
MISS SIXTY 62126 £130
LACEYS 62160 £36
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BAG LADY Bold and bright are how the bags go for summer.We love the woven clutch by Ted Baker!
TED BAKER 62340 £65 ARMANI 61474 £115
DIESEL 62204 £195
MARC B. 62253 £55
PAUL SMITH 61855 £85
TED BAKER 62344 £189
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RELIGION JUMPSUIT 62301 £82 MELISSA SHOES 61599 £85
DIESEL PLAYSUIT 61258 £110 HUDSON SHOES 62009 £89
DIESEL PLAYSUIT 62026 £70 MELISSA FLIP FLOPS 61598 £35
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TED BAKER JUMPSUIT 62434 £79 MELISSA SHOES 61601 £85
IT'S PLAY TIME
Playsuits and jumpsuits are perfect for the summer months
FIRETRAP PLAYSUIT 61959 £62 UGG SANDALS 62338 £85
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RELIGION PLAYSUIT 62291 £82 UGG SHOES 62337 £135
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JUNK DE LUXE 61307 £41
SUIT 62158 £30
ADIDAS 62224 £36
G-STAR 62023 £79 G-STAR 61842 £233
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Stripes are back for Spring/Summer,so if you're nautical at heart or just plain naughty, now's the time to choose your favourite and get on board!
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ARMANI 61481 £223 LYLE & SCOTT 61538 £39
ARMANI 61480 £205
FIRETRAP 61976 £52 ST TROPEZ 61416 £79
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MENIMALIST Less is more for menswear this summer. Focus on simple tailoring, a neutral colour palette and classic footwear for effortless style.
Previous page Junk De Luxe shirt 61887 £92 Anderson's belt 58027 £69 G-Star shorts 62248 £99 Hudson shoes 61780 £65 This page G-Star jacket 61842 £233 Suit t-shirt 62158 £30 G-Star shorts 62249 £99 Hudson shoes 62010 £55
Paul Smith shirt 60991 £112 YMC t-shirt 61632 £29 Junk De Luxe chinos 61885 £85
Suit t-shirt 62158 £30 Diesel jeans 62184 £80 Hudson shoes 61781 £99 Luke bag 61157 £105
Junk De Luxe jacket 61886 £145 YMC t-shirt 61442 £52 YMC shorts 62302 £85 Lyle & Scott socks 61264 £10 Lyle & Scott shoes 60381 £65
Hugo Boss jacket 61847 £299 YMC jumper 61237 £90 Suit shorts 62156 £50 Luke shoes 61136 £108
New Era hat coming soon Suit jacket 62165 £80 Luke t-shirt 61757 £46 Suit shorts 62156 £50 YMC trainers 61243 £62
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ADIDAS 61655 £67
NICHOLAS DEAKINS 62012 £64 NICHOLAS DEAKINS 62014 £72
VERA 62371 £45 NICHOLAS DEAKINS 62011 £19
SWEAR 62139 £76
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Classic footwear to last you all through this summer. Wear with turned up jeans,chinos or nautical shorts.
Find us in–store or online at
HANG
BAGS Carrying the world on your shoulders? Take a look at our selection of brand new bags to lighten your load.
ADIDAS 60962 £39
LYLE & SCOTT 61663 £59 G-STAR 61301 £87
DIESEL 61715 £80
PAUL SMITH 61015 £183
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DIESEL 61716 £45
ELVIS & JESUS T-SHIRT 62257 £59 RELIGION BOTTOMS 62315 £57 HUMMEL TRAINERS 62042 £45
JUST DROP IT
Drop crotch design is a hit for S/S'11
YMC T-SHIRT 61632 £29 HUMOR SHORTS 62374 £75 HUDSON SHOES 61777 £55
YMC POLO 61238 £67 G-STAR JEANS 60578 £159 VANS TRAINERS 61469 £38
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HUMOR T-SHIRT 62318 £29 HUMOR SHORTS 62384 £75 LACOSTE TRAIENRS 60978 £60 PRETTY GREEN SHIRT 62369 £103 HUMOR SHORTS 62380 £71 ADIDAS TRAINERS 62040 £52
LACOSTE T-SHIRT 61989 £35 LUKE JEANS 62225 £100 G-STAR TRAINERS 61448 £70
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HEADING TO IBIZA The sun is shining, the DJ’s are piling into their private jets and you’re counting down to getting no sleep for a week – otherwise known as the time of your life. It can only mean one thing – it’s Ibiza season! Pack your beach towel, flip flops, shirts and cheeky t-shirts. 1.Toy Watch 59171 £125, 2.Toms 59964 £32, 3. Diesel 61387 £30, 4. Diesel 61659 £18, 5. Lacoste 61987 £65, 6. Humor 62319 £60, 7. Junk De Luxe 61307 £41, 8. Hugo Boss 61274 £45, 9. Diesel 61394 £35, 10.Armani 62209 £57, 11. G-Star 61685 £99.
Packing for holiday can be a fashion minefield – we take you through must-haves for every eventuality! If you're packing for a smart city break, Ibiza parties,rocking out at a festival or getting geared up for an expedition then take a look at our top tips...
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If you are feeling adventurous this summer and going bike riding, orienteering, walking or rambling, you’ll need a backpack with lots of pockets (check out this perfect heritage-style backpack by Barbour), a jacket to face the elements (Suit combines a fisherman style jacket with up-to-date mustard colour) and some hardwearing jeans. Lucky for you, Nudie jeans improve with wear and tear so you might come home from holiday looking even better than when you left!
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1. Suit 62097 £90, 2. Barbour 60368 £159, 3. Diesel 60829 £65, 4.Two Stoned 61537 £43, 5. Nudie 55325 £115, 6. Lyle & Scott 61265 £12, 7. Suit 62162 £50, 8.Armani 62210 £52, 9. Humor 61899 £59.
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FESTIVAL SURVIVAL KIT Glastonbury,Wakestock, Leeds, Benicassim… whichever festival you are going to this summer, there are a few key things to remember. 1) Small bag to carry your essentials, pockets are not a safe keeping place when you’re moshing! 2) Swim shorts that double up as regular shorts.Thank G-Star for this pair which is great in function and aesthetics! 3) A hoody because, despite all the bonfires, it gets pretty chilly at night. 4) A check shirt – what festival wardrobe is complete without one?? We’ll leave the rest of the checklist up to your imagination…
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1. Luke 62350 £35, 2. G-Star 60291 £20, 3. Diesel 58917 £32, 4. G-Star 61216 £54, 5. Nudie 61744 £85, 6.Toy Watch 59171 £125, 7. G-Star 61632 £29, 8. G-star 62023 £79, 9. Humor 61905 £26, 10. Humor 61415 £59, 11. Nicholas Deakins 62011 £19, 12. Cheap Monday 62364 £45.
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GOING ON A CITY BREAK If your destination is a weekend in Barcelona or a short getaway to Rome, you’ll want to pack light and look sharp to contend with your continental counterparts.Timeless chino’s, deck shoes and a smart jacket are the perfect uniform for a European city break. Throw in a beach towel too if you’ve got a rooftop pool!
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1. G-Star 61577 £199, 2. Paul Smith 60349 £75, 3. Paul Smith 59237 £15, 4.Armani 61664 £35, 5. Paul Smith 61006 £96, 6. Paul Smith 61007 £73, 7. Lacoste 60983 £50, 8. Hugo Boss 61947 £49, 9.Armani 62210 £52, 10. Nudie 52427 £75, 11. Suit 62154 £60.
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If you’re getting ready for a summer spent on the White Isle then there are a few things you cant live without in your suitcase.A maxi dress is the ultimate summer staple.Throw one on for a day at the beach, going round the shops, or even if you’re feeling casual for a night out. Killer heels and comfy Toms kit out your feet and a Paul Smith beach towel completes the look when you’re catching some rays! 1. Diesel 61721 £50, 2. Religion 62299 £62, 3. Juicy Couture 61569 £54, 4. Juicy Couture 61564 £68, 5. Paul Smith 61007 £73, 6.Armani 61482 £119, 7. Miss Sixty 61754 £36, 8. Toms 62176 £38, 9. G-Star 61678 £88, 10. Melissa 61601 £85, 11. Firetrap 61305 £67.
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IF YOU’VE GOT A TASTE OF ADVENTURE! If you’re the outdoor type and prefer to spend your holiday on a bike than on a sun lounger, then you’ll need to pack some comfy and durable shoes – Toms or Ash trainers are perfect for this. Protect from the elements with a scarf or double it up as a headscarf, grab a pair of cargo pants and a cosy cardi and you’re on your way!
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1. Saint Tropez 61967 £25, 2. Saint Tropez 62163 £15, 3.Vila 61966 £40, 4. G-Star 61571 £99, 5. Ash 61682 £110, 6. Saint Tropez 61119 £40, 7.Toms 62176 £38, 8. Firetrap 61708 £62, 9. Firetrap 61867 £67.
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Alexa Chung and Kate Moss have initiated the perfect uniform for ultimate festival chic. Couple classic hunters with short-shorts, a loose jacket and an eye catching top for that boho styling. Wrap a scarf round your head or use it as a belt to finish the look – and don’t forget your crossbody bag to keep your essentials safe.
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FOR THE GIRL WITH CLASSIC STYLE… A city break is the sure holiday of choice for the girl with classic style – Parisian boutiques or Monaco sunsets are irresistible! Pack your perfectly tailored Armani jacket, smart Nudie jeans and some carefully selected tops and cardigans which will work for day or night
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1.Ted Baker 61188 £189, 2. Miss Sixty 61977 £105, 3. G-Star 62079 £70, 4.Armani 62218 £379, 5. Nudie 56564 £85, 6.Ted Baker 61616 £60, 7. Armani 61504 £145, 8. Saint Tropez 62317 £50, 9.Ted Baker 61607 £89.
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GOOD
VIBRATIONS
Practice you summer festival styling on the run from the city.
Previous page Humor jumper 61901 £52 Diesel shorts 61257 £75 Vans trainers 61469 £38 By Jam jacket 62005 £72 Twenty8Twelve top 62244 £90 Nudie jeans 56546 £85 Hudson shoes 60060 £115 This page Barbour jacket 61909 £159 Motel dress 61795 £45 Hudson boots 56241 £120 Junk De Luxe shirt 61310 £92 Religion t-shirt 60640 £39 Cheap Monday jeans 62349 £45 Hummel trainers 62044 £65
Both pages Religion jumper 61921 £58 Unconditional vest 62277 £44 Diesel shorts 62041 £65 Toms footwear 59964 £32 Barbour shirt 59159 £65 Religion t-shirt 62289 £46 G-Star shorts 62251 £79 Ash trainers 62020 £135
This page front to back Religion dress 62293 £62 Hudson boots 60060 £115 Nudie shirt 61744 £85 Humor shorts 62379 £60 Hudson boots 58103 £119 Next page left to right Pretty Green jacket 62330 £205 Unconditional vest 61341 £34 Humor shorts 62378 £71 Vans trainers 61469 £38 Diesel playsuit 61258 £110 Vila cardigan 61966 £40 Toms footwear 59966 £32
This page left to right Religion playsuit 62291 £82 Barbour gilet 61946 £49 Hunter wellies 61404 £70 Elvis & Jesus t-shirt 61811 £85 Adidas jacket 61447 £64 Diesel belt 60829 £65 Diesel jeans 60787 £180 Next page left to right Twenty8Twelve scarf 62246 £55 Saint Tropez vest 62131 £25 Nudie jeans 56546 £85 YMC jacket 61239 £113 Elvis & Jesus 62257 £59 Diesel jeans 60787 £180
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KNOT RIGHT NOW Summer scarves are your best friend.Wear as headscarves, tie them around the strap of your bag, wrap around your maxi dress for a chic waistbelt, or simply throw around your neck for a boho look! St.Tropez lead the way, but we love the red scarf from Twenty8Twelve too!
SAINT TROPEZ 61262 £20
SAINT TROPEZ 61742 £20
TWENTY8TWELVE 62246 £55 SAINT TROPEZ 61967 £25
TOMS: ONE FOR ONE Toms are an ethical summer staple - and things like that don't come around very often! Every pair of Toms bought funds a new pair of shoes for a child in poverty. How could you resist, with their gorgeous new colours and stripes?
TOMS 59964 £32 TOMS 59964 £32
TOMS 62176 £38
TOMS 62185 £38
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THE CLASS OF CARRERA For serious sunglasses kudos, try out a pair of Carreras! Firmly footed in the industry since 1956, they are an unbeatable go-to this summer.
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How to complete an outfit: with summer scarves, classic Carreras and Toms!
CONVERSE 62497 £39 CONVERSE 62499 £37
CONVERSE 62496 £39
CONVSERSE 62497 £39
CONVERSE 62497 £39
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DR. DENIM 62495 £55
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DENIM Take your pick!
Long gone are the days when denim was limited to jeans - now jackets, shirts, dresses and shoes all sport the essential fabric. Take a look at the feast of stonewash, indigo, splatter effect, bleached and distressed denim we have to offer!
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Diesel does perfect prints
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D&G 60959 £87
ELVIS & JESUS 62260 £59
TOUGH TEES
LUKE 61758 £52
HUMOR 62372 £23
LACOSTE 61989 £35
ELVIS & JESUS 62262 £55
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PRETTY GREEN 62015 £49
The summer basic just got complicated! Take a look at our pick of the best…
DIESEL 62181 £30
ADIDAS 62129 £31
-IT'S TEE TIME-
G-STAR 62083 £50
DIESEL 61259 £50
LYLE & SCOTT 61540 £77
RELIGION 62290 £41
Stripes,brights,prints and block colours dominate t-shirts for Spring/Summer.
FIRETRAP 62346 £36
FIRETRAP 61633 £31
TWENTY8TWELVE 62244 £90
IT'S TEE TIME
TED BAKER 61195 £55
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TED BAKER 61201 £65
RELIGION 62290 £41
be rough with Religion
-ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW-
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TOP 10 UK ACTS YOU SHOULD BE AWARE OF:
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Since taking a strong interest in music journalism I’ve been introduced to a lot of very talented UK acts and been lucky to see some perform live. Below are 5 UK male and 5 UK female singers that you should be paying attention too. You may know some of the acts, but you may not know all, so be sure to search for them on the Internet and listen to as much music from each. Also most of the artists have free mixtapes that you can download so be on the lookout for those too.
5 male singers to check out: » Maverick Sabre » Ed Sheeran » Marques Toliver » Liam Bailey » James Blake 5 female singers to check out: » Emeli Sande » Cleo Sol » Lianne la Havas » Marsha Ambrosius » Dionne Broomfield
Yin & Yang is the hottest new blog to come out of London. Their very own Brady has given us the low down on what to hear, what to wear, where to be and what to see this summer!
S/S '11 MUST HAVE: DENIM JACKET There are the obvious purchases like chinos, T’s, Vans and hi-tops for our summer wardrobes, but one thing you should get this year is a denim jacket. I’ve never liked both a denim top and bottom, but if you are to wear jeans as your bottoms along with your jacket make sure the colours are not the same or even near the same. I think the denim jacket is best worn with chinos and just throw on a T. Slim looking jackets are better, so when trying one on don’t just go for your size, try the next size down. Also just like jeans the more you wear the jacket the more distressed it would get so you could buy a raw denim rather than a worn in one. This just makes it more personal to you as you create your own creases and detail. P/62
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THREE FREE MIXTAPE’S NEEDED IN YOUR MUSIC LIBRARY: The Weekend are an act from Canada who’s sound can be described as an evolution of R&B. The mixtape is titled ‘House of Balloons’ and features 9 tracks that are refreshing and sound like no other acts currently out. Standout track: What You Need Frank Ocean offers us a mixtape that can easily rival any album that has been released this year, it’s that good! Another act from Canada who’s just recently started working with Beyonce on her new album, due out this year. Standout track: Novacane Jhené Aiko is a 23-year-old American R&B and pop singer who you might know from Drake’s track ‘July’. As well as Drake, there are also features from Miguel, Kanye West, Kendrick Lamar and Gucci Mane. Standout track: Hoe featuring Miguel You can download all the above for free from http://www.soulculture.co.uk/
WORLD CINEMA FILMS
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I studied film studies as an A level while at college back in Southampton and during the two years on the course I was introduced to world cinema. We would watch films ranging from Korea to Argentina. I’m sure most of you have watched the Brazilian film ‘City of God’ or are at least aware of it. The large majority of people I’ve spoken to about the film only had positive things to say about the gang film set in the favelas. I know that not everybody likes to read subtitles while watching a film, but you can’t deny good movies simply for this reason. For those that just like to watch good movies no matter the language below are 6 of my favourite films from around the world that you should see.
Wired is fast becoming my favourite night for live music in London as Kate bond and Michael Duke host an evening packed with acoustics from a variety of artists. Last month saw some of the capital’s finest new talent display their amazing vocals. Daley, Cleo Sol and Will Heard all gave us a set of their own songs and none of them disappointed the watching crowd or myself. The night supports both signed and unsigned acts as they perform to a crowd of people involved in media and music as well as those who are there simply to treat themselves to some good music. Wired only happens once a month so keep up to date with the event via their Twitter (@thisisWIRED ) and head to one of the nights if you haven’t yet.
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