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FORECAST

Garbstore SS17

New Recruits

Interview

Kings of Japanese luxe simplicity, we are happy to introduce Nanamica to the Garbstore SS17 catalogue. Demonstrating the power of deep hues and sophisticated fabrics, the down-tempo designs work with ... Read more on p06.

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GARBSTORE SS17

In The Absence Of Conflict Garbstore SS17 takes a peaceful approach to military uniforms and war time clothing. The collection delves into demilitarising iconic pieces from the Vietnam Era.

The Garbstore SS17 collection takes on the task of pulling influences from iconic military styles from the Vietnam War while translating the essence into one with more peaceful tones. The era was keen on graphics and imagery, often promoting a military agenda. Stripping the clothing of all signs of violence, the Garbstore SS17 collection re-imagines signs of intolerance and hostility and introduces messages of acceptance through softer designs and caring considerations. For us, the tranquility of Lake Buttermere in the UK’s Lake District is the perfect personification of peace. Using a military tour jacket as a foundation, we change the tone with bespoke embroidery of the stunning lake featured across the back of the garment. The image can also be spotted across a cotton tee, in a ‘paint by numbers’ template for playful appeal.

Throughout SS17, care is dedicated to each piece we create. Yarns see hand-dyed treatment, fabrics are designed to wear with ease and eco-friendly washes are featured periodically across the collection. Contrasting original military uniforms, we wanted this line-up to shine peaceful by comparison. We replace military tags with softer badges and blocks of calm hues using intarsia techniques in the knitwear numbers and screen printing across the cotton tees. The collection’s title ‘In the Absence of Conflict’ doesn’t shy away from accompanying the printed tops, representing a slogan of peace among the line-up. Our ongoing dedication to using the best quality Japanese fabrics and construction techniques results in a collection that fuses interesting adaptations and new directions for a range of (non)military uniforms.

NEW RECRUITS

Understated VS Graphic Every season the Garbstore Team travels far and wide to find the best offerings from all over the world.

KING OF JAPANESE LUXE SIMPLICITY

Nanamica Kings of Japanese luxe simplicity, we are happy to introduce Nanamica to the Garbstore SS17 catalogue. Demonstrating the power of deep hues and sophisticated fabrics, the down-tempo designs work with clean cuts and technical finishes to allow for some of the most versatile garments we’ve seen so far.

Cruiser Jacket This superior light weight Cruiser Jacket from Japanese label Nanamica is a prime example of their functional outer wear craf ted from highper formance fabric. Cut for a slightly relaxed f it , the Cruiser Jacket is detailed with a detachable hood, drawcord hem and storm f lap with breathable lining. Kobe

Fukuoka

Nanamica’s grip on the international menswear circuit continues to reign strong since their realisation in 2003. Responsible for the North Face Purple Label collections, the Tokyo-based label proves their skills to eager fans yet again with a SS17 collection that breathes supreme quality and sophisticated form in equal measures. AlphaDry Jacket

Daikanyama

Mountain

This light weight jacket from Nanamica is made of highly functional AlphaDr y which uses the body's heat to keep the inside dr y.

FUNCTIONAL, MINIMALIST GARMENTS

YMC If you’re sitting there thinking ‘Well, it’s about time I got some YMC!’- you’re not wrong. The time is now. The London label was a product of the demand for functional, minimalist garments that dedicate real energy to wearability alongside timeless style.

Amon Duul Blazer The signature Amon Duul Blazer from YMC has been reworked in a navy embroidered linen and cotton blend and cut for a relaxed tailored f it. Finished with button fastening, chest patch pocket, two lower patch pockets and a drawcord waist.

‘You Must Create’ took the quote from industrial designer Raymond Loewy as more than just a shared namesake for the label, but a brand mantra. Founders Fraser Moss and Jimmy Collins believe in dedicating themselves to continuously creating clothing that breeds innovation and refined sophistication. Mission accomplished.

Malick Shirt Shor t sleeve Malick Shir t from YMC made from printed cotton and features their white brush print design. Cut for a regular f it , the Malick Shir t is f inished with a shor t collar and chest patch pocket.

MODELLED OFF U.S. NAVY UNIFORMS FROM THE '40s AND '50s

Eastlogue

The gear of military personnel

Hailing from South Korea, Eastlogue aims to form collections inspired by traditional sportswear from functional fishing garments to the gear of military personnel. It’s clear in each Eastlogue piece that the weight of the collection lies in the details; canvas straps are used liberally in the shirting, while button and zip closures are in no shortage throughout the jackets. The first of the Korean label’s collection to line the Garbstore’s shelves is one modelled off U.S. Navy uniforms from the ’40s and ’50s, opting for emphasis in navy and military green colourways.

Fishing garments

All Good!

I'm THE FALLING FIAN CÉ.

SURREAL CHARACTERS IN POST-POP FORM

N ineteen N inety two

Parra

Give up!

Creating surreal characters in post-pop form is what Parra does. The Dutch artist (born Pieter Janssen) has become one of the European underground art scene’s most loved artists by way of playful and imaginative works. Across an array of mediums from modest prints to extravagant sculptures, the pieces often fall into the realm of bewilderment for children and intrigue for adults. The illustrator and graphic designer applies his creations to clothing with cotton basics seeing the primary colour prints placed across them. With years of experience in the world of visual art, the creative talent is evident in each piece, a result of making the visual decals the forefront. Parra rejects the common process of quick doodles to accompany the garment this time, the garment accompanies the art work.

Can you draw me slimmer please.

I'm not so happy... Varsity Jacket 1992 Made from a sof t cotton and detailed with a looped embro at front , snap buttons and big back apllication. S-Club T-shirts Made from a sof t eco pre-washed cot ton to give zero shrinkage, this shor t sleeve tee from Parra features an exclusive print on the chest. The S - Club T-Shir t f it s true to size and f inished with a ribbed neck line and Parra logo label at the hem.

U.S. WEST COAST IN THE '70s

We love sportswear.

Ore-Cal We can all probably agree that living on the U.S West Coast in the ’70s sounds like an absolute dream. Clothing label Ore-Cal have taken on the mission of recreating that ultra laid-back vibe, in the way of easywearing cotton garments with colourways that prompt us into dreaming of beach days and flower power.

Ore- Cal = Oregon+ California.

Think super soft cotton that feels like it’s been worn for years, jackets that are made to get smelling like a bonfire (whether it be from the rooftop bar or making s’mores on a camping trip), and accessories that aren’t far off from the stuff that the distant father wears in every American ’70s film ever (his love for his son may be questionable but he’s always dressed ace). Dad Moved Us to Oregon.

1. Nanamica Gore-Tex Jacket

2. YMC Malick Shir t

3.Eastlogue Mix Dot Jacket

4. Parra Bird P Hooded Sweater Heather Grey

5. OreCal Heavenly Chambray Snap Work Shir t

'Was torn with this pick ! Lots of ver y nice pieces from Nanamica in-store this season. Love all the simplicity with the design, from the pocket details to the fabrics they use. But this Gore-tex jacket is the one; all seasons' jacket right here.'

'The colour attracted me straight away to the shir t. Beautiful burnt orange makes it a great SS17 summer shir t ! Easy to st yle smar t or casual, the lovely brushed print makes this shir t well wor th the investment.'

'This indigo patchwork jacket is one of many great outerwear pieces we have in-store this season. With its half & half indigo patchwork, it mixes up your everyday classic blazer. Needless to say, it’s great for all occasions.'

'You can never go wrong with a classic hooded sweat. Especially when a Dutch ar tist / illustrator has any thing to do with it. Using his trademar k highly saturated color s, the vibrant hand- drawn let ter s and surreal character s are instantly recognisable as Parra.'

'These look like classic vintage tees, but they’re not. Carefully washed for a vintage handle and look , Ore-cal's oddball designs reference classic West-coast spor tswear at its f inest.'

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The ode to the America’s ‘best coast’ is evident even in the name (Ore-Cal = Oregon + California). Now, it may seem like you recognise the branding from a tee that your Nan brought back from her Californian vacation when you were a kid, but we can promise you, you haven’t seen it before. The idea was to ‘bring back’ a label that never actually existed. Huh? Well, that’s what founder Bob Smith says. 'You could call this all an elaborate bullshit marketing scheme, but you’d be missing the point. ORE-CAL© is my mash note to growing up on the Best Coast. An obsession with beautifully made clothes and stories well told'.

Alright, onto the clothes.

BRAND FOCUS

Pan-Pacific Style Though it is hard to pick favourites at Garbstore, here are a few of the brands we are really excited about. Exclusive offerings from the likes of Chums and Stan Ray hit the store this season.

TOUGHEST TROUSERS

LEADING THE GAME IN OPEN-AIR FOOTWEAR

Stan Ray

SINGLE KNEE PAINTER PANT

Hardwearing workwear’s the game, Stan’s the name. Since the ’70s Stan Ray has been producing some of the toughest trousers around. With that much experience under their belt, you can bet that these things are the cream of the crop.

4 POCKET SHORT

Born in Crockett, Texas, the label started off with the aim to produce military grade cotton sateen garments, natural drill pants and painter coveralls. I think it’s fair to say they went above and beyond remaining a household name to this day (if you’re in a house that knows what’s what, that is….).

A name likely to be more familiar with your hiking uncle than yourself, Keen Footwear is a complete wildcard when it comes to our choice in footwear for SS17. The American label’s catalogue is one chocked full of boots made for optimal mountain exploring, but not much concern for sartorially-inclined. Luckily for you, what we’ve got is far different from their regular stuff. ‘Leading the game in the open-air footwear movement’ Keen offer a new premium range of their Uneek model for SS17, adding suede materials and rich colourways for a mature take on an undeniably bold style. You may have seen these guys in the shop last season, and we’re happy to welcome them back. The Garbstore team fell for the woven shoes last year and can now be spotted sporting them on buying trips in London, Tokyo and NYC.

Stan Ray have stuck to their guns in terms of production methods, keeping everything made in the USA since Day 1 and has always been privately owned. The business model seems to be working; Stan Ray trousers continue to be the first choice when it comes to menswear nerds around the world choosing a simple, no-fuss trouser option and with a price tag that doesn’t cause indigestion.

BE NICE TO YOUR CHUMS

Keen

UNEEK 02 Innovative t wo- cord constructed UNEEK 02 from US -based foot wear brand Keen is designed to provide a custom f it and free-moving feel. The lightly cushioned heel provides suppor t and features a metatomical footbed design.

N ew Colour!

With the roots of Keen being far outside the fashion game, the price point acts as a nice surprise. They’re handmade, they’re super comfortable, they’re kinda incredible.

I'm Mike, Colorado River Guide!

Chums Legend has it that Chums was formed after Mike Taggett, a Colorado River guide, wanted to come up with a device to keep his sunglasses dry when on the clock. Okay, it wasn’t a legend really; it was on their website… Regardless, it’s the story of how Chums came to be. A few decades later, Chums has spread from eyewear protection to a full range of outerwear accessories and garments to keep you comfortable on your wilderness and urban adventures alike. In 2002, the Ferries family took over the business from Taggett and began to take the brand to new heights. With existing interest in the label across China and Japan, the Utah based brand saw a wide expansion in 2012, leading them to be introduced to a total of 14 countries across Asia alone.

I'm not a penguin!!!!! Im a Booby!

The Omotesando shop in Tokyo remains atop the list of shops to visit when the Garbstore team visit Japan. Chums mascot ‘Booby’ (the red-footed booby bird) is somewhat of a cult character over there and we’re happy to welcome him into our lives and yours. For SS17 you can expect a nice selection of graphic tees featuring the little guy across laid-back cotton constructions.

f Pick f a SS17

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1. Stan Ray Painter pant in pink corduroy

2. Stan Ray 3 pocket Jacket in Olive Sateen

3. Keen Black UNEEK Sandals

4. Chums Chips Pink Tee

5. Brain Dead Heavenly Chambray Snap Work Shir t

'These pink cord painter trouser s really caught our eye, we love the handle on them. You don’t have to be brave to pull these of f either, pair with a simple white tee and you're good to go! '

'We designed this with Stan Ray this season as an exclusive, the asymmetr y and placement of logo makes it just that extra bit special. Get it here f ir st.'

'Last summer I wore my UNEEK black sandals every single day, and when the weather got colder I kept wearing them through October with my Mauna Kea socks. They are so much easier to wear than they look, I get stopped on the street all the time asking where I got them from.'

'We love Chums. Getting it into Europe for the f ir st time is prett y exciting, although it’s originally an American brand we are getting the Asia- only pieces. Their mascot booby bird pok ing out of a car ton of chips is a winner.'

'Brain Dead never disappoint with their crazy, fun graphics. This embroidered chambray work shir t which is par t of their Brain Dead Records drop is great - inspired by alien folk ar t, it reads on the back 'From Heaven to Ear th'. Peace.'

INTERVIEW

Brain Dead Co-founder Kyle Ng made a trip to The Garbstore to chat about upcoming collaborations, his typical day and the story behind meeting business partner Ed Davis.

A favourite amongst the Garbstore staff and customers alike, cult American skate label Brain Dead come through on another season of graphic goods for SS17. Led by Kyle Ng and Ed Davis, the American/Australian label brings together the best of underground skateboard culture through a range of streetwear styles. Co-founder Kyle Ng made a trip to The Garbstore to chat about upcoming collaborations, his typical day and the story behind meeting business partner Ed Davis. Q1. Where do you live? K: Los Angeles, California.

Revenger

Q2. Best thing about where you live? K: The amazing creativity all around. Gimme Five!!!!!!

Heavenly Chambray Snap Work Shirt

Q3. Please describe your typical day. K: Get up, drink a shit load of coffee, hang with friends, freak out that I need to do work, hang out with more friends, work, eat, work, eat, work… hopefully sex. Q4. Where do you draw inspiration from? K: Everything. I am a nerd and I love everything. Art, comics, music, books… you name it…I love it.

Chambray snap wor k shir t with elastic wristbands and embroidered front and back graphics. Embroider y inspired by alien folk ar t.

Q5. What was the first thing you ever designed? K: A window display. Q6. How did you and Ed meet / come together? Where did the connection first start with you two. Fashion? Art? K: We first met online. He was making crazy bootleg T-shirts and I had a brand called AXS Folk Technology (carried at The Garbstore). We had mutual admiration, and we loved all the same things. Next thing you know… we started Brain Dead. Gimme 5 Rat Tee Collaboration with the UK culture legends GIMME 5.

Q7. Do you share a studio space? K: We see each other maybe twice a year. G: Wow! We are honoured you’re at our store in your twice-a-year catch up! Q8. We heard you go to Art book fairs? K: I love going to the New York and Los Angeles Art Book Fair…We are inspired by all the creativity as well as the amazing work.

Gyaaaaaaaaaaa!

Q9. What other brands do you think are particularly interesting at the moment? K: I love Engineered Garments & SasquatchFabrix. Q10. Do you have a design process with Brain Dead? K: There is really no process… when we both get inspired we start to discuss and throw ideas around. If we both love the idea we then make it.

Mother “Psycho Sound”

Brain Dead x Neworder Collaboration Tote Bag

Q11. You produce a lot of collaborations with Brain Dead, are there any more coming soon? K: We have a shit load of collaborations. We think that the brand is all about the idea of working with likeminded people. We have a Vans, Gimme5, NTS Radio, and a few others that we can’t talk about just yet… Q12. Tell us about the filming you’re currently doing with Red Bull, it looks mental. How did it come about? K: I got asked to host a weird, funny TV show about men’s style. I have been traveling for 3 months learning all about random shit. It comes out in September… so get ready! Q13. Can you explain how yours and Eric Elms’ Powers Label came about? K: Eric and I are friends and I really wanted to help him create some products that were birthed from his visual language. The dude is a genius and I love his work…it’s great to see it out in the real world! Q14. Any other careers you would have liked to pursue? K: Food and film. Q15. Favourite item in your wardrobe? K: A good pair of cropped big pants and some skate shoes. Q16. Favourite place in the world? K: JAPAN! Q17. Favourite decade? K: NOW! G: Great. That’s all our questions for now, thanks for coming down to the store. We’ll catch you soon, and can’t wait to watch your TV show in September!

EU ROP E

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Canad a

(C )Ave n id a H o m e

(G) E n g i n e e re d G a r m e n t s x D r M a r t e n s

(G) S n e e ze

(C ) Folk (G) H i k a r u N o g u c h i

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(G) I n s t r m n t (C ) LF Markey

(C ) Re ji n a P yo New (C ) Re n L o nd o n New

(C ) 6397 (C )Another Feather

(C ) S é L o nd o n (C ) Sideline

(C )Ace & Jig (C /G)A.P.C.O.V. (C )Apiece Apart (C )A Détacher (C ) Bass Weejuns

(C )The Basket Room New

(G) Brain Dead (G) Brandblack (G) B o o t l e g I s B e t t e r

(C )Vessel & Time New (C /G)YMC New

(C )C a ro n C a l l a h a n New (C )Clare V. (G)C a p e H e i g h t s (C ) Demylee (G) E b b e t s F i e l d F l a n n e l s Back Again (G) E n g i n e e re d G a r m e n t s (G) E n g i n e e re d G a r m e n t s x D r M a r t e n s (C ) B F G F (G)G i t m a n V i n t a g e (C )G r l f r n d New (C ) Hansel From Basel (C ) H i l l e r y S p ro at t (C ) Ilana Kohn (G) Jungmaven (G) Lady White Company (C ) Maison Mayle New (C ) Maryam Nassir Zadeh New (C ) Mociun (G) M o l l u s k (G) M o n i t a l y (C )Open House (G)O re - C a l New (C /G)Outdoor Voices (G) Powers (C )Quarry New (C ) Rachel Comey (C ) R a q u e l A l l e g r a New (C ) Rujuta Sheth New (G) S at u rd ay s N YC

Sp ai n (C ) Doiy

(G) S t a n R ay (C ) Steven Alan (G) Surf is Dead New (G)Todd Snyder Back Again

(C )Thinking Mu

(G)T S P T R (G)Ve l v a S h e e n (C )Wwake

(C ) Helena Rohner

France (C ) Bonne Maison

(C ) Ke r zo n New (C ) K (C ) H a r t o New (C ) L a ce r i se s u r l (C ) Mapoesie (C )Opéra National (C ) Soeur

Portug al (C ) D a Te r r a (C )G u r

SO U T H AM ER IC A (C ) R a h

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(C )AY T M (C ) Base Range (C ) Ferm Living (G) H a n K jo b e n h av n (C ) N or m a n n Co p e n h a ge n

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(G) N or se P roje c t s

(C ) Swe d i s h H a s b e e n s New

(C ) H ay (C ) L o u i se Ro e

(C ) Ro New (C ) S i k a D e s ig n New (C ) Fi n e L i t t l e D ay

N etherland s (C ) H u m a n o id (G) P a r r a New

FIN L AN D

Korea

(C ) Samuji

(C ) Lapuan Kankurit

B E LGIUM (C ) B e l l e ro se

(C ) D r a go n (C ) S e r a x

K h ad i & C o New

(G) E a s t l og u e New

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Paris New

(C ) Merz B. Schwanen New

Italy (C ) J ojo New

(C ) P a l o ro s a New (C ) Local Apparel

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JAPAN

(G)A n o ny m o u s I s m (C )BAG’n’NOUN (G)Chums New (C )Hirondelle (G) Fu ll Cou n t (G)G ai ji n M ad e (G) Island Knit Works (G)Johnny Bird New (G) K a p i t a l (G) Ke e n (C )Kontex (C )Mature-Ha. (G) M au n a Ke a (C ) Minä Perhonen (G) M ou n t ai n Re se a rc h (G) N a n a m ic a New (G) Por t e r Yos h id a & Co (G) R F W (G) S ay H e ll o (G) S hu t t l e s N o t e s (G) S LOW (G) S u b l i m e H at s (G)Tr ad i t io n Aco u s t ic (G)W E E K E N D(e r)

AU S TR AL I A

39 9 COUVERTURE SS17

MOOD BLUE Relaxed fit shapes, bare shoulders and light fabrics such as Khadi cotton and soft denims.

Caron Callahan: Donna Dress

YMC: Before Sunrise Tee

YMC: Nahawa Blouse Caron Callahan: Mali Pant Rachel Comey: Frisco Lace Up Shoes

Caron Callahan: Goldie Dress

As the warmth of Summer slowly but surely allows for layers to fall off we take time to chill out and let our bodies breathe. Relaxed shapes, bare shoulders and light fabrics such as Khadi cotton and soft denims. Contrasting colours and tones bring out textures and create vibrant patterns, stripes and check.

Rujuta Sheth: Culotte Jumpsuit

Brand Highlights

CARON CALLAHAN

YMC

Emerging label based in New York from designer Caron Callahan. Graduating from the Gallatin School of NYU and having worked alongside prominent designers such as Derek Lam and Steven Alan, Caron launched her namesake label in 2013. Drawing from her experiences travelling, Caron’s collections contain influences from the textiles of Asia, wrapping techniques of Africa and the colours of the European countryside. Garments are produced locally in Manhattan and designed with the intent to marry understated femininity and function. The label sets out to make clothes for a creative, spirited woman who loves fashion, but doesn’t necessarily follow it.

YMC (You Must Create) Founded in London in 1995 by Fraser Moss and Jimmy Collins, creates collections with a design philosophy inspired by the Raymond Loewy’s statement, “you must create your own style.” With a focus on reinterpreting traditional styles, the label creates timeless functional pieces to remain staple items for seasons to come. With a strong, directional approach which resonates with like minds, YMC has solidified its name as a prominent British label.

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LONG-TERM PARTNER

Humanoid A closer look at our favourite Dutch label: The Notion of ‘freedom’, focusing on wearability and the way chosen materials drape, move and behave.

Sandra Harmsen and Hans Buelens are the design duo behind cult Dutch label Humanoid. Launched in 1981, the label lay its foundations in Arnhem, developing from a new wave punk image towards a more refined and decided signature style. Humanoid design focuses on creating timeless recognisable pieces. Believing the finest collections are those which flow into one another, the duo retell their vision each season, allowing for old and new pieces to be worn seamlessly. Their characteristic use of soft colours, relaxed fabrics and special details make Humanoid pieces an easy choice season after season and explain why they’ve become a long term fixture at Couverture since. Why we love Humanoid? Every collection originates from Sandra and Han’s notion of ‘freedom’, focusing on wearability and the way chosen materials, drape, move and behave when treated. Shapes are often formed with a looser fit on the body, with relaxed figure dresses, low slung sleeves and bottoms. Choosing fabric with an ultra-light airy feel including cotton jerseys, poplin and linens allow the clothing to be versatile and flexible on the body. With a strong desire to work predominantly with ‘alive’ materials such as fine wool, cottons and leather, each garment and its chosen fabric achieve their distinct look, often using cold wash and dyeing techniques to create a worn and washed appearance. Always staying true to their origins, Humanoid collections refuse to be swayed with seasonal trends and industry demands. Choosing to ignore polished marketing campaigns, the brand focuses on producing high quality, distinguishable garments that speak for themselves. Their steadfast passion and confidence to go against the grain throughout their 30 plus years in the market has granted them a loyal cult following around the world. You can expect to see Humanoid garments grace the Couverture rails this Spring Summer 17.

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Gur & Da Terra Celebrating the Portuguese makers championing artisanal skill and contemporary craftsmanship.

USING MATERIALS AND ARTISANAL TECHNIQUES USED THROUGHOUT PORTUGUESE HISTORY AND CULTURE

Gur

Tecido com cru, muitas vezes reciclados trapos (tirela). Weaved with raw, of ten recycled rags (tirela).

Close to being a palindrome, RUG by GUR is a Portuguese collective of weavers inviting artists to express themselves using the format of the humble Portuguese kitchen rug. Established in 2013 GUR aims to express and expand on contemporary artistic forms using materials and artisanal techniques used throughout Portuguese history and culture. Using traditional handlooms, rugs are woven with raw, often recycled rags (tirela) using specific techniques to emboss or layer colours to create vibrant, cheeky prints. Used in the house, park, beach, or hung on the wall to admire, GUR rugs are a fun and innovative way to encourage the integration of contemporary and traditional artisan culture around the world.

O nde está meu tapete? Where is my rug ?

Tradicionais manuais. Traditional handlooms.

Photos: Filipa Alves

ORGANIC PROCESSES WITH QUALITY DESIGNS Each piece made by hand

Da Terra No two pieces of Da Terra ceramics are the same. With each piece made by hand, the personal feel is felt in every groove while never sacrificing grade. Translating to ‘from the earth’ in Portuguese, Da Terra came onto the homewares market in 2010, bringing together a team of experienced artisans and designers to create a range that juxtaposes feelings of organic processes with quality designs. The paintwork is what originally caught our eye. Using reactive glazes in rich and catching colour combinations, the tableware has achieved some well-deserved attention from around the globe. Jamie Oliver is a fan, and some of the best Japanese restaurants use them, and if you know where to go, you’ll spot them in some chic Parisian boutiques. With a humble, handmade structure in place, Da Terra take their time in creating beautiful pieces that demand full appreciation.

Jamie Oliver is a fan!

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HOME & BEAUTY

Couverture Couverture introduce a new stationery collection of beautiful hand painted wrapping paper and notebooks with artwork specially designed by Emily Dyson - Designer.

Couverture Wrapping Paper E xclusively for Couver ture, the design has been beautifully hand painted with gold foil details.

Couverture Notebook Set

No Chemicals Gift Set The full No Chemicals fragrance range including per fume oil, candle and incense will also continue to be available in store, online as well as selected local and international retailer s.

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the scene SS17

COUVERTURE The water colour designs featured throughout the Couverture home range were handpainted by Couverture designer Emily Dyson. Often finding inspiration from her travels, the delicate prints and soft colours were inspired from vintage fireplace tiling and marble floor designs found within a Venetian palazzo in the spring of 2016.

Emily

Par t of Couver ture's exclusive stationer y set designed by Emily Dyson, this set of three notebook s are per fectly decorated with hand painted front cover.

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Inspired by feminine vintage.

WHIMSICALLY ROMANTIC HERITAGE-STYLE CLOTHING

Maison Mayle London-born, NY-based former model, turned designer Jane Mayle introduced ‘Mayle', a collection of whimsically romantic heritage-style clothing, in 1999. Inspired by feminine vintage ‘Mayle’ the label created dresses, blouses, and coats modelled after classic heirlooms such as lace, silk bows and dramatic glam jewellery. Being of the first pioneers to influence the fashion movement in downtown NY, Mayle sadly closed her hugely popular line in 2008. After a six year hiatus and highly anticipated return to the industry in 2014, Couverture is excited to announce a selection of pieces from iconic NY label Maison Mayle, which will be gracing our rails this summer.

Lupita Top – Black & Ivory

Lucila Dress – Black

प ि प ल ी औ र क ढ ़ा ई ़ े

Appliqué and embroidery.

Lupita Top

Vita Jacket

A DIVERSE RANGE OF TRADITIONAL PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES TO CREATE HER OWN TEXTILES AND PRINTS

Rujuta Sheth

ह ाथ स े ब नु े ख ा द ी क े क प ड ़ े Hand woven khadi fabric.

This year we welcome our first season with Rujuta Sheth’s ethically conscious womenswear label. Having launched in 2014, Rujuta explores sustainable and traditional textile techniques found throughout India to create a line of contemporary cross-seasonal clothing. Inspired by her experiences travelling throughout India and around the world, her pieces are created with refined, adaptable silhouettes, naturally light fabrics, vibrant patterns and intricate embellishments typical of old-world production. Rujuta experiments with a diverse range of traditional production techniques to create her own textiles and prints including hand woven Khadi fabric, organic cottons and silks, appliqué and embroidery. The prints are created using hand block printing, rich natural dyes and manual dyeing processes such as Japanese ‘Shibori’ resist dyeing. In an ethical fight against the demands of commercial manufacturing, Rujuta and her team provide rural Indian communities with fair work and training in handloom and textile production. Through utilising artisanal production methods, the label promotes a strong movement towards low wastage sustainable manufacturing practices as well as supporting age old cultural industries.

ज ा प ा न ी 'Shibori' म र न े क ा व ि र ोध ़ े Japanese ' Shibori' resist dyeing.

Culotte J umpsuit – Shibori

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NEW RECRUITS

New(York) An exciting bunch of new labels championing ethical practice, contemporary shapes and downtown NY style.

FEMININE INTERPRETATION OF ARCHITECTURAL SHAPES

Quarry Quarry is the collection of jewellery created by designer Ninh Wysocan. Born in Vietnam, Ninh grew up in Guam and in Pennsylvania respectively. Now based in NY, Ninh has been making fine jewellery since 2003 with the launch of Quarry in 2011. At first seeming almost industrial, rendered in natural bronze, brass and minerals, closer contemplation reveals a soft, lightness to Ninh’s designs. Quarry pieces are made to stand out as simple, compelling, and clear, with designers such as Couverture favourite Rachel Comey collaborating with Ninh in their Spring/Summer ‘17 collections. For the Quarry summer range this year, Ninh cites sculpture art from French artist Etienne Martin, especially his 1950’s ‘Demeures' series as a strong influence. Holding form as key, Quarry pieces convey a feminine interpretation of architectural shapes being at once strong, and delicately sculptural.

Quarr y: Tait Earrings - Brass - Malachite Stone A Détacher: Esther R Top

Quarr y: Lautner Earrings - Brass

Quarr y: Francesca Pearl Earrings - White Brass

Simple, compelling and clear design.

Quarr y: Lautner Earrings - BrassA Quarr y : Tait Earrings - Brass - Malachite Stone

Quarr y: Mood Ver tical Ring - Brass

Détacher: Etta R Top

MIXING ECLECTIC VINTAGE STYLE AND CONTEMPORARY DOWNTOWN COOL

Coco Sweater

Red & White Stripe

Cala O ne Tier Skirt Red Linen

Cala Two Tier Skirt Navy Cotton

Maryam Nassir Zadeh This season we welcome Maryam Nassir Zadeh’s coveted namesake label. The downtown New York designer, retailer, and showroom owner has been making a splash within the global fashion scene since opening her retail store with her husband in the Lower East Side of Manhattan in 2008. Having previously experimented with design, creating reworked vintage t-shirts and dresses, Maryam shifted focus towards the running of her store and showroom housing various high profile and emerging independent designers. It was only in 2011 Maryam felt it was the right time to reconsider her own label and create the pieces she envisioned for her own ‘ideal’ wardrobe. Initially producing a few pieces to be stocked exclusively instore, the collections quickly grew traction with the label officially launching in 2013. Mixing contemporary shapes, vintage references and soft unexpected colour, both Maryam’s store and her collections are reflective of her own eclectic style. Citing both her Mother’s ‘nerdiness' and Iranian Grandmother’s '70’s avant-garde style' as inspirations, Maryam creates designs to have longevity; key pieces the wearer will want to collect and rediscover over time. Manufactured locally in NY, MNZ collections often feature an understated beauty, believing in the importance of the mood and story each garment represents. The label’s preference for natural and spontaneous style come through in softly transparent, iridescent materials, and easy shapes that welcome personal movement such as circle skirts, restructured jeans and cotton shirting. We can’t wait for what is in store this summer.

Caron Callahan: Rober tson Coat, Way ward Shir t,Mali Pant Rachel Comey: Meda Sandals

A Détacher: Lavinia R Dress

Raquel Allegra: Kimono Sleeve Dress

Our SS17 collection comprises a palette of spring greens, citrus yellow and peach, sky blues and fuchsia. Shapes are fitted loosely around the body with airy cotton and lush draping silk only just touching. Tops and dresses feature wide butterfly and kimono sleeves, delicate sheer lace and soft ruffles. Garments in brilliant metallic hues stand out in the sun. Slit skirts fall to the floor in shimmering silver fabrics reminiscent of light reflecting water.。 Subtle motifs and floral prints add a bit of personality and give a sweet nod to the improved weather. Utilitarian jackets and trenches in royal blue and khaki replace heavier items, for those more complimentary to long sunny days.

Rujuta Sheth: Gathered Dress

Rachel Comey: Bedroom Jacket, Jerome Pant Bass Weejuns: Weejun Penny Wheel

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ANNTIAN Anntian is an exciting Berlin based label created by Anne Hilken and Christian Kurt in 2006. I love their experimental use of colour, crazy prints and little hidden details. Anntian pieces have strong personality forming abstract shapes and silhouettes, often using draping, ties and flowing silks. Designing all their own fabrics, Anntian’s textiles are exclusive and never boring with the label often hand painted and paper-printed graphics. Countering the fast fashion movement, the label produces two trans-seasonal collections a year, aiming for garments to achieve a timeless quality. Garments are produced in Germany by small regional manufacturers using sustainable materials whenever possible. Anntian is definitely one to watch!

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WOMEN'S EDIT

SPRING SUMMER 17 We brighten up our rails to provide a refreshing offering of wares this season.

A Détacher: Louise Dress

Rachel Comey: Kilo Trench , Nova Pant, Ran Embroidered Handbag, Boone Top, Meda Sandals

LF Markey: Richard Dress Rachel Comey: Meda Sandals

Rachel Comey: Weir Jacket, Nova Pant

Brand Highlights

LF MARKEY

A DÉTACHER

RACHEL COMEY

Sydney-born, East London based Louise Markey is the designer behind luxury womenswear label, LF Markey. Lauded the world over for her elegant take on workwear staples, her collections combine minimalist shapes with bold illustrative graphics and intricate finishes.

A Détacher is a NY based fashion label from the creative mind of design Monika Kowalski. French for ‘to be detached’ A Détacher explores surface, form and function within each collection. Having previously worked for French and Italian fashion houses, Mona established her label 1998 with the desire to express her own direction and creative style. Manufacturing locally in New York, A Détacher create their own distinctive patterns with theme and colour playing key roles each season. Collections often feature abstract silhouettes, round shoulders, frills and use of layering. A Détacher has grown to have a cult following around the world, stocked exclusively at Couverture.

Rachel Comey launched her eponymous label in 2001. Having originally launched her label as a menswear line, Rachel’s popularity grew so strong within female circles that in 2003 she launched her mainstay womenswear and accessory collection. With her stand out textiles, modern feminine silhouettes and coveted footwear, the label is associated with high quality materials, craftsmanship and a playful sense of humour. Breaking with longstanding tradition, Rachel became the first major American designer to present her collection in Brooklyn over an intimate dinner party. Rachel is widely credited as a modern fashion pioneer, not afraid to stand up for her values. All woven garments are made locally in midtown Manhattan while footwear and knitwear are made in selected parts of Portugal, Spain, and Peru.

Prior to launching her own label, a Masters from Central St Martins led Markey to consult for global luxury fashion houses, and their refined influence on her work is perfectly countered with an easy-going antipodean edge for luxurious but ultimately wearable pieces.

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Quarry is the collection of jewellery created by designer Ninh Wysocan. Born in Vietnam, Ninh grew up in Guam and in Pennsylvania respectively. Now based in NY, Ninh has been making fine... Read more on p04.

Look at us! The Couverture home collection now encompasses a range of stationary including beautiful hand painted wrapping paper and notebook sets with all artwork designed by Emily Dyson... Read more on p06.

Close to being a palindrome, RUG by GUR is a Portuguese collective of weavers inviting artists to express themselves using the format of the humble Portuguese kitchen rug ... Read more on p07.

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