We Are The Market The people, trends, news and ideas that make the international (capsule) community go ‘round. 2012-05-16T22:10:34Z http://wearethemarket.com/feed/atom/ WordPress Dana http://www.wearethemarket.com <![CDATA[Stussy Tribe in High Grain For Champ Mag - A collection of dapper gentlemen look sharp in the grain of this Stussy International Tribe photoshoot, that's Stussy suave. London-based Champ Magazine ran a Stussy International Tribe editorial featuring a crop of handsome gentlemen including Stephane Ashpool of Pigalle, stylist and Fasion director Tom Guinness, and more.]]> http://wearethemarket.com/?p=24504 2012-05-16T22:10:34Z 2012-05-16T22:03:19Z A collection of dapper gentlemen look sharp in the grain of this Stussy International Tribe photoshoot

That’s Stussy suave. London-based Champ Magazine ran a Stussy International Tribe editorial featuring a crop of handsome gentlemen known for their tastemaking power moves the culture industry. The grainy, candid looking photos give the shoot a vintage look, and display photographer Matthew Williams’ eye for fashion. The former creative director to Lady Gaga and the House of Gaga, Williams is also marked for shooting with A$AP Rocky and SALEM. Now the Director of Photography at ShowStudio, he included himself in the shoot along with Stephane Ashpool, owner of the painfully cool Parisian boutique Pigalle, Charaf Tajer, the mastermind behind the French club Le PomPon, and British stylist Tom Guinness, the 25-year-old Fasion Director at  L’Officiel Hommes.

See the rest of the shots from the Stussy International Tribe editorial in Champ Magazine below.

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Dana http://www.wearethemarket.com <![CDATA[Today’s Headlines - Egypt Keys-Beatz should probably be added to the list of the most stylish New Yorkers, Google gets even smarter, Rob Dyrdek makes more money and more in today's headlines]]> http://wearethemarket.com/?p=24493 2012-05-16T18:01:44Z 2012-05-16T18:01:44Z

Egypt Keys-Beatz should probably be added to the list of the most stylish New Yorkers, Google gets even smarter, Rob Dyrdek makes sunglasses and more in today’s headlines

Complex lists every menswear blogger ever, and Ryan Gosling, in a rundown of the 50 Most Stylist New Yorkers Right Now. People we feel they overlooked: Mario BataliEgypt Keys-BeatzDavid Barton.

And the man more able to make money off of ridiculousness than anyone else in history, Rob Dyrdek, showed his forthcoming sunglasses collection, IVI to a select group of industry-insiders and friends at a private event in Beverly Hills. Among the attendees: Brody Jenner, Danny Masterson (Of That 70′s Show Fame, he was actually hired to DJ, not invited), and Chad Muska, who IS one of the most stylist New Yorkers right now, according to Complex. [Milk Made]

Google search just got smarter with the all-knowing knowledge graph. Now when you type in non-sensical search lines like “Dude with weird hat chugs rotten milk and juggalos Nebraska,” a box will pop up that will ask what the hell you’re talking about. Actually, it’s more like when you type in a word like “beavers” you will be prompted to clarify whether you are referring to animals, sports teams, or Rated R content. Go Google. [Mashable]

Attention neurotics: you don’t need a therapist, you just need a mean friend who tells you to shut up and deal. Apparently people are frustrated with counsellors who support to them too unconditionally. Time to go back to the days when therapists just gave you a thousand volts for whining. [Gawker]

It comes as a total shock that Europeans are realizing well before Americans that Abercrombie is, perhaps, no longer the go-to spot for style picks. European net income for the surfwear retailer dropped drastically over the course of the last year, indicating that the masses are becoming aware that ripped denim may not be the ideal wardrobe staple for summer 2012. [WWD]

Liberty of London will open their second brick-and-mortar store in Stratford Westfield Shopping Centre. It’s a pop-up looking to take advantage of the retail opportunities afforded by the throngs of people swarming London in and around the olympics, so it won’t be there for good. But there is something a bit off about Liberty posting up in a shopping centre like Westfield. We recommend: a light pat on the back and a gentle, “you can do better”. [HUH]

 

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Dana http://www.wearethemarket.com <![CDATA[Updates On A Classic: The Aspesi Showroom in Milan - A visit to the Apesi showroom in Milan is a pleasure; the space itself is a minimal white set with an incredible view of the city where garments are perfectly mixed with iconic pieces of design such as Toio lamps by Achille Castiglioni.]]> http://wearethemarket.com/?p=24474 2012-05-16T15:38:24Z 2012-05-16T15:38:24Z

A visit to the Aspesi showroom in Milan is a pleasure; the space itself is a minimal white set with an incredible view of the city where garments are perfectly mixed with iconic pieces of design such as Toio lamps by Achille Castiglioni.

Words by Enrico Grigoletti  

Founded in 1969 by Alberto Aspesi as a shirting company, Aspesi became popular during the 90s thanks to an innovative development of puffa jackets and technical coats. Over the course of the years the brand has remained a staple in the luxury Italian menswear market. The current collections feature a perfect blend of modern tailoring and innovative fabrics. From cashmere puffas to Loro Piana exclusive waterproof fabrics, each garment is constantly updated and refined season after season.

 

For the upcoming FW2012 collection the brand developed a full range of reversible feathers and some lightweight ripstop jackets. Aspesi’s classics, trenchcoats, raincoats and field jackets, have been reissued in dyed polyester and nylon.  It’s safe to say that outwear and performing fabrics are the backbone of the collection, though the brand still remained true to its shirting roots, offering a range of premium collared pieces.

The Aspesi showroom can be found at Corso Venezia, 14  20121 Milan, Italy. 

 

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Dana http://www.wearethemarket.com <![CDATA[Today’s Headlines - Chanel Cruise 12/13 show at Versailles, Jay-Z back Obama's gay marriage announcement, 10 best fashion startups for men and more in today's headlines]]> http://wearethemarket.com/?p=24462 2012-05-15T16:26:49Z 2012-05-15T16:26:49Z

The Chanel Cruise 12/13 Collection was unveiled in a private event put together by Karl Lagerfeld at Versailles last night. Haider Ackermann, Vanessa Paradis, and Tilda Swinton were among the guests who attended the event, eating salad so fresh it was being chopped from live plants. The dreamy collection was draped over models sashaying around the grounds in creepers and babydoll dresses as guests sipped champagne in the sun. Dreamy. [Oyster]

Italian designer, Romeo Gigli was a menswear god in the 1980′s and is making his comeback in partnership with high-end retailer, Joyce Boutique. The collection is being described as “timeless and seasonless” and Gigli will make store appearances, promoting the line in Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai and Venice. Also available online, Gigli’s men’s collection feature extra-long coats, reversible jackets with silver fox-fur lining, and lightweight cotton button downs. The online release will take place on July 1. [WWD]

In honor of the life of Maurice Sendak, the NY Times commissioned illustrations from artists such as Art Spiegelman, Gary Taxali, Tomi Ungerer, and Marc Rosenthal among others to pair with their op-ed “Thanks Maurice.” Many consider Sendak a revolutionary who altered the terrain of illustration over the course of his illustrious career. The author and artist passed away on May 8th. [Hypebeast]

Jay-Z publicly announces his support of President Obama’s decision to back same-sex marriage. After announcing the Made in America Festival in Philly, he told CNN, “What people do in their own homes is their business, and you can choose to love whoever you love. That’s their business. It’s no different than discriminating against blacks. It’s discrimination, plain and simple.” Hova. [MTV]

The ten best fashion startups geared towards men include Everlane, a site for luxury quality goods under $100, collaboration-based site, Of A Kind, and the Dollar Shave Club, a subscription based site that sends men high-quality razors. [Complex]

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Dana http://www.wearethemarket.com <![CDATA[Silas Adler of Soulland is Dansk’s Designer of the Year - Silas Adler of the Danish brand Soulland named Designer of the year at the 2012 Dansk Fashion Awards in Copenhagen. Soulland’s commitment to traditional Scandinavian craftsmanship can be seen in the detailing of the clothes. Silas' skilled eye reimagines traditional menswear with a modern twists of classic pieces to set him a cut above so many others.]]> http://wearethemarket.com/?p=24450 2012-05-14T22:40:28Z 2012-05-14T22:40:27Z

Silas Adler of Soulland wins Designer of the Year at the Dansk Fashion Awards in Copenhagen

Silas Adler, designer of the Danish brand Soulland, was named Designer of the year at the 2012 Dansk Fashion Awards held in Copenhagen. This is an incredible accomplishment for a designer of his age (Adler was born in 1985) and is one of very few people his age who deserves the prestige that comes with such a title. Adler’s commitment to traditional Scandinavian craftsmanship can be seen in the detailing of the clothes he creates. Soulland reimagines traditional menswear adding modern twists to classic pieces that set the design house a cut above so many others. Congratulations to the entire Soulland team and, most especially to our dear friend Silas.

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Dana http://www.wearethemarket.com <![CDATA[Today’s Headlines - A T-shirt of the Marc Jacobs T-shirt of the Kidult tag on the Marc Jacobs store, 3 Stacks steps into Jimi Hendrix' shoes, and Alex Wang is back in China.]]> http://wearethemarket.com/?p=24441 2012-05-14T21:15:33Z 2012-05-14T21:15:33Z

Remember when Kidult tagged Marc Jacobs’ Mercer street storefront with the word “ART”? Then Marc made a T-Shirt with a photograph of the tag on it and sold it for almost $700? Well, now Wilfry made a T-shirt of the T-shirt. Postmodernism just imploded into itself. When art and commerce meet they love to do this sly little dance of irony. Anyways, it’s $35. So meta. [Racked]

Alexander Wang is celebrating the opening of his Beijing flagship store where he joins the ranks of Lanvin and Balenciaga in the city’s Sanlitun Village North complex. The kickoff party featured a performance from A$AP Rocky and was held in an underground parking lot below his store. With the goal of bringing a bit of New York to Beijing, Wang’s suaree was attended by Manhattan celebrity staples like Zoe Kravitz and Penn Badgley. [Style.com]

NY’s East Village staple, The Blind Barber has opened its doors in West LA. Cuts by day, cutting rugs by night, the boys of Blind Barber can be found at 10797 Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA. [GQ]

Andre 3000 has been confirmed to play Jimi Hendrix in the upcoming biopic film titled All by My Side depicting his rise to fame in London in 196 and 67. The company that holds the rights to Hendrix’s original music, however, has been much slower to sign on to the project. [hearty magazine]

Opening Ceremony will launch their own print magazine called OC Annual this summer. Each issue will center around a theme with the debut focusing on the London Olympic games. Bruce Weber, Walter Pfeiffer, Todd Cole and Tim Barber are among the selected photographers whose work will be presented in the first issue. This move into print seems to be an overarching theme for Humberto Leon and Carol Lim’s 10th year with their Opening Ceremony Anniversary book being released with Rizzoli this year as well. [WWD]

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Dana http://www.wearethemarket.com <![CDATA[MavenSay Recommendations - Fred, the lovely and furry ambassador for MavenSay, brings you a weekly sampling of the best things you just haven’t heard about yet. He tells you where to get your protein in Montreal, lays some tracks out in a mix, and reveals the spot for original surf wear in NYC. ]]> http://wearethemarket.com/?p=24428 2012-05-11T23:47:32Z 2012-05-11T23:47:31Z

Fred’s picks for the weekend have us jonesing for summer

Fred, the lovely and furry ambassador for MavenSay, brings you a weekly sampling of the best things you just haven’t heard about yet. He tells you where to get your protein in Montreal, lays some tracks out in a mix, and reveals the spot for original surf wear in NYC. See below for what you need to know.

Fashion

Pilgrim Surf + Supply: “Go get geared up for summer weekends at this OG NYC surf shop in Williamsburg.”

Restaurants

Joe Beef: Fred says, “Where’s the beef?  Here!  A must-maven dinner spot for a Spring weekend in Montreal.”

Music

MavenSay Mixtape: Fred says, “Some Spring tracks maven’d by our users.  Heavy rotation on Fred’s iPod!”

MavenSay is a user-generated recommendation site built on a community of trusted tastemakers and culture-junkies. 

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Dana http://www.wearethemarket.com <![CDATA[Penguin’s Below The Belt With John Jannuzzi - Original Penguin has released a new crop of chinos and the brand enlisted 4 fashion editors to serve up some tips about styling the Chinos this summer in a video series called Below The Belt. John Jannuzzi, of Lucky Magazine and style blog Textbook, is up first with a vote of confidence in gingham, breaking up solids with a printed shirt, and pairing seersucker with bright colors. ]]> http://wearethemarket.com/?p=24418 2012-05-14T22:42:38Z 2012-05-11T20:10:14Z
John Jannuzzi talks style tips for Original Penguin’s Below The Belt Series

Original Penguin has released a new crop of chinos and to celebrate, the brand enlisted 4 fashion editors to serve up some style tips for the summer in a video series called Below The Belt.  John Jannuzzi, of Lucky Magazine and style blog Textbook, is up first. He recommends things like breaking up solids with a printed shirt, pairing seersucker with bright colors, and gives a firm vote of confidence to gingham.

Penguin will release a new set of videos each week until June, featuring advice from Way Perry, William Barnes, and Nick Wooster. Watch Jannuzzi’s tips on dressing for the office this summer above and head over to the Original Penguin site to spruce your wardrobe up with some Chinos.

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Dana http://www.wearethemarket.com <![CDATA[Take A Trip With The Burkman Bros for Urban Outfitters - Is stylish tourist an oxymoron? Last night the good brothers of Burkman Bros. threw an event showcasing their latest diffusion line for Urban Outfitters aptly called “The Tourist.” ]]> http://wearethemarket.com/?p=24412 2012-05-11T17:58:43Z 2012-05-11T17:58:42Z
Is stylish tourist an oxymoron?

Last night the good brothers of Burkman Bros. threw an event showcasing their latest diffusion line for Urban Outfitters aptly called “The Tourist.” A far cry from the white running shoes, tent-sized shirts, and bootcut khakis that blanketed the sea of gawking Times Square tourists I had to walk elbow through to get to the Bryant Park Urban Outfitters, the breezy and beachy collection would look good during outings both home and abroad.

The asymmetrically printed shorts and shirts, striped tanks, and patterned henleys were inspired by the brothers’ recent trip to Greece and come in at a super accessible price point. The palm trees and cold beer at the event only added to the anticipation of summer and appropriate weather for wearing these pieces.

James Harris

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Dana http://www.wearethemarket.com <![CDATA[Today’s Headlines - Two major anonymous bloggers reveal their identities, men are getting that much closer to wearing makeup on the regular, and Odin is set to house a Todd Snyder pop up shop in today's fashion headlines.]]> http://wearethemarket.com/?p=24406 2012-05-11T17:19:05Z 2012-05-11T17:19:05Z

Lawrence Schlossman has revealed himself as one of the anonymous authors of Fuck Yeah Menswear, the ridicule-it-from-within menswear tumblr that will become a full-length book in November. Expect more dripping sarcasm and rap references back to back with jokes about boat shoes and cuff lengths from Schlossman and his partner, Kevin Burrows, who works for Dreamworks Pictures in LA. [Observer]

And in another corner of the world wide web, the continuation of Regina George’s Mean Girls legacy, Suri’s Burn Book, a blog that critiques the style choices of celebrity children, was not, in fact, written by the  daughter of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes. It turns out the relentless criticism of Egypt Keys-Beatz’ denim on denim looks and Violet Affleck’s pajamas came from none other than Allie Hagan, a 25-year-old employee of a District consulting firm in DC. [Huffington Post]

Male skincare is a rapidly growing market, particularly amongst Asian men, and major manufacturers are beginning to take notice. The taboo associated with men using beauty products in the West falls by the wayside in Asian countries like China nad South Korea, where men are using everything from creams and salves, to tinted anti-blemish treatments that verge on make-up territory. [FashionMag]

Dressed in Azzedine Alaïa, Carla Sozzani, former fashion magazine editor applies her discerning eye to merchandise in the curated collection she houses at 10 Corso Como, a Milan-based gallery, shop, and eatery. [WSJ]

The owners of Odin, Eddy Chai and Paul Birardi, announced this week that they will be housing a Todd Snyder pop up shop at their Lafayette Street store in New York. Looking to reinvigorate the “lost art” of tailored suiting, the pop-up shop will be open through June this summer. [WWD]

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