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Topman and The Look Presents recreate iconic rock fashion!

Terrace fashion for the street-wise and chic-savvy!
Football and fashion. The two go together like a wedge of lemon and a juicy trout fillet, fresh from the Scottish Highlands, a glass of Trimbach Clos Sainte Hune Riesling to wash it down; like warm tartan slippers, a cosy dressing gown and a tumbler of Chivas Regal, News Night on the television and crackers and cheese on the coffee table. Oh, what bliss. Wearing the latest threads on the terraces is part of football’s history – its culture; and despite the football ‘casual’ being synonymous with ‘ard bastards and ‘ooligans, fashion website whenwewerecasuals.com deals in garments that anyone can stand proud in, ‘ard bastard or not. Whether on the terraces, at a gig, in the pub, at home, abroad, spending quality time with the other half – we’re talking plain and simple sublime fashion for everyone and anyone. Alas, whenwewerecasuals.com sells modern classics that are only available in the most exclusive stores in the country. The kind of clothing one has to track down like an intrepid explorer, Indiana Jones style - a sweaty forehead from endless wanderings and nothing to show by nightfall except a desire to “try again tomorrow”. Mixed in with these ‘hard to find’ items are a host of authentic garments limited to the site, which inventor Mark Batista and his team have worked hard to claim as their very own. The item that’s getting everyone hot under the collar at the moment is a rare and exclusive Boxfresh Vs Barbour jacket. Ahem, a little history first, for those unfamiliar with the brand; Barbour have been making hardwearing, quality items that keep the elements at bay (rain, snow, wind, avalanches, atomic bombs) since 1894, when John Barbour started selling oilskins at the port of South Shields. Anyway, Barbour used to be associated with “ye ‘ol English sport of hunting” and to prove just how good the garments were and remain in all condititions, the companies repair service still mends Barbour clothing from the 60s, 50s - maybe even the 30s, 20s, and early 1900s. Seriously, that’s how well they’re made! Alas, Barbour has teamed up with modern streetwear label Boxfresh, who have spent hours researching into the brands archives to create the vintage Barbour Durham jacket for the big Oh-8 (2008)… Gone is the shoulder cape of old, replaced by side entry pockets and a pivoted banana sleeve; the jacket lined with the classic Barbour tartan, dating back to inventor John Barbour’s native Scottish homeland, and a classy vintage cord. Oh, Lord, my prayers have been answered; I thank thee for this blessing. Accessories on whenwewerecasuals.com start from £10 with the finest leather jackets topping the £375 mark. Featured fashion brands include Farah Vintage, Lyle & Scott, Adidas Originals, One True Saxon, Spiewak, PF Flyers Apparel and many more. To borrow a quote: “Fashion fades, style is essential”. Alas, at whenwewerecasuals.com you’ll find both.
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Converse celebrate a century in Music, Arts, Sport and Fashion
Sometimes fashion can be a tad scary; daunting even. But, you know; if you’re a bit weary of fashion, don’t panic, you’re not alone. There are loads of fashion-phobic guys and gals out there; dreading the whole garment selection process. As for trying a shirt or jeans on for size, whoa, don’t even go there! Then there’s the whole brand fiasco. Some people seem to have an allergic reaction to wearing brand name clothing, avoiding it like a leper with bowel incontinence because, let’s face-it, brands aren’t exactly rock ‘n’ roll, right? Wrong! Every now and then a brand so deliciously cool and awe-inspiring, you go green with envy to see it on anyone else, will rear it's “oh so sexy” head. These are the brands popular across the spectrum; that survive the test of time. Converse is one such brand; 2008 marking its centennial anniversary. Yep, Chuck Taylor’s All Star Shoe has been in business for a whopping one-hundred years now. No mean feat. But then, we are talking about an item worn by iconic greats of the 20th Century, the industry over; from gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson through to our very own Ian Curtis. Oh yeah, baby, Hunter S. Thompson and Ian fucking Curtis. You better believe it. Anyway, not wishing to let their one-hundredth anniversary slide by unnoticed, Converse are going to be celebrating in style. We’re not talking pointy hats and party poppers here, a box of doughnuts and a goody bag. Oh no, we’re talking ‘Connectivity’ baby. ‘Connectivity’ is the name of a new ad campaign that’s set to be so friggin’ hip the NHS are using it in replacement surgeory. As Chief Marketing Officer of Converse, Geoff Cottrill, explains: “Converse is the footwear company that was first in sports and first in rock ‘n’ roll. We are extremely proud of our history and excited about our journey into the next century. “Connectivity is an exceptional global campaign that fully captures our spirit and brand ethos celebrating true originals. The campaign is bold and iconic saluting those people - past and present - who push the boundaries of creativity, who inspire originality and who embody the values of the brand. ” The campaign will feature the likes of rebel without a cause James Dean and Sex Pistols bassist Sid Vicious ‘connecting’ with icons of the present day including Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong and the baile-funk ragga Queen of cool M.I.A. Launching in Spring, with new stars from the music, art, sport and fashion industry joining the trail along the way, ‘Connectivity’ will be showcased in seventy-five countries worldwide via impactful print, outdoor, digital and integrated brand marketing. See, nothing to be worried about, is there? Spiders are far more frightening than fashion, and they don’t look half as cool as Keith Richards wearing a pair of Converse. Words: Dave Dryden
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Addict: Sample clothing sale
Addict are front-runners in the skate and streetwear clothing game, hence why Notion are positively glowing at news of a sample clothing sale in London. That means getting the crème de la crème of funky threads for the coppers in your pocket… Well, maybe not coppers, but you get the gist. The history of Addict clothing is an interesting tale that requires hot cocoa at the ready, dimmed lights and a fluffed up pillow. Relaxed? Good. Addict began it’s long, illustrious and flourishing career over a decade ago. Yep, that’s quite some time; an age when young and old were doing the Macarena, cartoons were going downhill and fanny-bags were a must have fashion accessory. Fanny-bags? Let’s face it, a change was urgently needed. Anyway, the founding fathers of Addict came across each other by chance whilst partaking in a few beverages down the ‘ol battle cruiser. One noticed the other sporting a Stussy t-shirt and, sharing a similar love for skate and streetwear, the two joined each other for a wee chat and many-a-drink more. Addict was born. Since its birth, Addict has blossomed into one of the must have streetwear fashion labels, with mass appeal and worldwide distribution. The Addict Sample Sale takes place from Friday 1st February until Sunday 3rd, with items including mens and womens jackets, sweats, clothing, accessories, samples and previous stock available at trade prices. It only takes a small change of style to join the ranks of hipsters, movers and shakers, so let this exclusive news inspire you to hit the road jack and don’t come back until you're clad from head to toe in the frontline of Addict clothing. You can even use that trusty fanny-bag to keep your change in... Who said style don’t come cheap? Addict Sample Sale Old Truman Brewery Brick Lane, London E1 6QL Friday 1st Feburary: 10am – 7pm Saturday 2nd February: 11am – 7pm Sunday 3rd Feburary: 11am – 7pm
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Dr. Martens
Where once one had the makings of a young Picasso, the annals of time have reduced them to that of young toddler on an etch-a-sketch. This may sound like the ramblings of the menopausal; impotence hanging like an inevitable guillotine, but in reality my friends, we are but young. Dr. Martens on the other hand are still fighting fit against premature dementia; in fact you could say they’ve been going through a speedy resurgence, as popular now as in their hey-day. Hence why DM asked our generation to design a boot, the winner being picked to have their interpretation produced for the masses. It’s funny how times change. 1960s architecture was seen as the epitome of modernism, a gateway into the future: chic, fashionable and cool. Not so in this day age, oh no; now many 1960s hybrids are viewed with as much disdain as a bout of diarrhoea. It was in the 1960s that DMs shot to premonition, and were first viewed as the counter-cultural footwear that would come to epitomise the brand. After all, we all know the 1960s were a period of transgression and rebellion… a time that would come to shape the attitude, creativity and opinions of the modern youth. DMs have kept to their routes and in a sense the ‘ol faithful have enabled them to do so. After all they’re still very much a sub cultural fashion item. You wouldn’t find the purple-tin wielding chav stomping along in a pair of DMs now, would you? No; more likely a pair of pristine white trainers… See, DMs are as at home today with the garish garment of the nu-rave and Indie generation; zebra-skinned tanktops and garish purple leggings, as they were with the parka-clad Tommy in Quadrophenia. The ‘ol boot… no, not the mother-in-law, but the mighty DM has changed with fashion, swinging and swaying like a dancers cock to the shapes and sounds of modern music. DMs are no longer the mere black boot of yesteryear, but in keeping with the changing trends of society are available in alternate colours; with printed designs, in leather and suede. Like a stag do in Rossebuurt, every taste and style is catered for; every music genre feels comfortable in the company of the DM boot. The DM boot design tool enabled users to design all manner of manifestations, and despite the competition being over, can still be used for your own personal interpretations. Some of the designs are staggering when you consider they were crafted with hand and mouse. A winner will be announced extremely soon, with voting ending on the 30th November. To vote for your favourite boot or check out some of the top designs click here .
tags: | dr. martens | quadrophenia
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