A Conversation with Highland

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Highland FW13 Lookbook

After discovering Highland online last year, I have been tracking the development of the New York based men’s label. I always give alot of credence to any brand who takes risks with their fashion week shows and the one Highland put on last NYFW was one of the most memorable I’ve ever attended.  The presentation was delivered in a room with sururban wallpaper backdrops on one side and on the other: anteractive stoner basement set (complete with Doritos, a N64, bongs and a PBR pyramid). 

I visited Cramer Tolboe (Co-founder of Highland) and Lizzie Owens (Head Designer and co-founder) in their Brooklyn studios to have a conversation on the origins of the brand, the trails and tribulations along the way and where Highland is going next. 

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12 Years of DFA : Too Old To Be New, Too New To Be Classic

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Whether or not you’re familar with the DFA discography , this short documentary is a must watch that serves as a primer for those unfamiliar with the New York based record label’s legacy and an engaging inside retrospective for long-time fans. The doc is narrated by comedian/podcaster Marc Maron and features appearances by DFA artists The Rapture, Juan … Read more

Oki-Ni Styled by David Hellqvist “Techno Tailor Soldier Spy”

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Model: Alamantus at Elite
Grooming: Joshua Gibson at Sassoon

In the latest STYLED feature on Oki-Ni PORT Magazine online editor David Hellqvist puts together looks that combine formal tailoring and technical sportswear. As men’s fashion continues to develop in new directions, men are moving past sartorial rules of the past and combining disparate styles to create their own signiture looks. I strongly identify with the idea of ‘techno tailoring’ which David explains below.

Techno Tailoring is all about fusing the best of both worlds. Look at your life; there’s an element of formal strictness, whether you like it or not. You might subscribe to a casual lifestyle but no doubt you’ll need to dress up from time to time. Instead of hiding the crisp formal shirts and well-tailored coats, move them to the front of your wardrobe. Wear them with technologic sportswear. But the key is finding the balance; no-one dresses in stiff, formal and starched collars seven days a week, just as full-on outfits of innovative high performance gear only makes sense on athletes. Neither of them work as one-way versions of your everyday wardrobe. Techno Tailoring is about mixing sporty details with smart looks, about accessorising clever streetwear with well-made and qualitative bits of Savile Row aesthetic.

More images after the jump, view the entire shoppable feature on Oki-Ni.

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Raf Simons Archive on LN-CC

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Raf Simons Archive Men’s Hooded Sleeveless Shirt From SS 02 Raf Simons Archive Men’s Contrast Panel Shirt From SS 07 Raf Simons Archive Men’s Oversized Hooded Jumper From AW 03/04 Collection Raf Simons Archive Men’s Still Sweater From AW 03/04 Collection In Black. Raf Simons Archive Men’s Oversized Coat From AW 01/02 Collection In Black. … Read more

The Talks: Raf Simons

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Raf Simons is one of the designers who got me interested in high fashion in the first place. I first discovered his work in the mid 2000s and was instantly drawn into his rebellious vision of menswear. The Talks spoke with Mr.Simons on his journey from a teenager in a tiny town in Belgium to … Read more

Editorial: Destination London Fashionisto #7

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Photographer: Joe McGorty
Stylist: Kenny Ho
Models: Kumi Keazor (Models 1), Brandon Hill (Elite London) and Michael Roberts (M&P)

In this spring flavored editorial from the pages of Fashionisto #7 , items are pulled from up and coming London-based designers Agi & Sam, Lou Dalton and Nicole Farhi. The editorial strikes an easy-going vibe through the muted pastel palette and relaxed fits.

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via The Fashionisto

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The Great Divide Spring 2013 Lookbook

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The Great Divide is a UK-based men’s online shop that carries the likes of Mark McNairy, Reigning Champ, Our Legacy, Penfield, Soulland and more. It doesn’t hurt that they brought in a model who pulls off the colorful and patterned looks of the season with ease.

You can shop the items in the shoot on the The Great Divide site.

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