Breath of Fresh Air – Art of the Trench by Burberry
Ok, I know what you’re saying, are you crazy?! Burberry are renowned for their Trench Coats! Let me tell you something, when you see the video below followed by the website you will say “Moses was right, that was a Breath of Fresh Air”. The Youtube link below is the pre launch video of “The Art of the Trench” and it is where high fashion meets augmented reality or, what it should look like very soon. As this is a Men’s fashion blog, I won’t go into a detailed explanation as to what augmented reality is, but I will tell you it’s freaking awesome!
The website has now launched and it’s where high fashion meets The Sartorialist with feel to the site. It’s a great website just to see how other people around the world wear their trench coats and a great source of inspiration. You can also share your thoughts with other people and share it on facebook. It definitely worth visiting even if you don’t plan on wearing a trench anytime soon. You never know, it might convince you to buy one!
Snow Protection: Hollister Desert Springs
As I’ve just walked through what was technically a blizzard, I’ve decided I need to renegotiate my winter wardrobe and buy some warmer stuff. So much for global warming eh? Anyway, as per the usual I went over the top and started looking for the simplest, most practical and warm overcoat I could find starting with brands like North Face, then decided the look just doesn’t work – regardless of how cold it is.
So back to Hollister and found this little gem – the Desert Springs hooded sweater. I highly doubt it’ll shield your skin from the wet and snow, but it will certainly keep you warm with its fur lining. I don’t believe it’s available from stores in the UK (which isn’t relevant anyway since nothing is ever in stock there anyway) but it can be ordered from their online store which will ship you it direct from the US.
Priced at £160 + £20 shipping. Click here to buy it from Hollister.
Hollister Desert Springs Hoody | £160
Fo’ Shawl
Its nearly Christmas and party season is definitely upon us. Bringing you more news on current trends, here is one that has really stuck out this A/W 09; the shawl collar. Adding a interesting touch to your bog-standard peacoat. Here is the current offering from Obey, The Boddington Jacket. Its quilted lining is gauranteed to keep you warm, even in Norway.
In a typical Stylenerds flash of internet shopping brilliance here is one in mark downs on Topman and a longer navy trench style one by Mjolk. They delivery to most of Europe and all of the USA.
Check these cropped navy 10 Deep bad boys below that have just come into Leaders, Chicago.
The Brooklyn Circus Varsity Jacket
Even though The Brooklyn Circus isn’t new to the varsity jacket game, as it’s been an established product in their range from the get go, it seems as it’s on a real comeback lately with other labels also adding it to their lines.
The BKc brings us two colourways, an all black and a black with off white sleeves with orange detailing. Both jackets are comprised of thick wool and leather materials making it really useful for the winter weather. These notable pieces will be part of the BKc holiday collection which will be dropping soon, so if your within the vicinity of both there New York and San Francisco store (details below) be sure to check them out (and if you want… you could even get me one… any one will do… I’m not that fussy).
Also to mention, as of this week till December 31st The BKc will be stocking both their stores with notable products such as The BKc holiday collection, The Brooklyn Circus varsity jackets, 3sixteen, Sebago, Wolverine Thousand miles boots, BKc custom boots, Tanner goods, Men’s vintage, BKc bow ties & more.
The Brooklyn Circus (NYc)150 Nevins Street
Brooklyn, NY 11217
Tel: 718.858.0919
Hours: daily 12 Noon-7pm
1521 Fillmore Street
San Francisco, CA 94115
Tel: 415.359.1999
Hours: daily 12 Noon-7pm (Mon by appointment)
Nike Sportswear Fall/Winter ’09
Since it’s emergence onto the scene in 2008, Nike Sportwear have ultimately stepped up their game a lot in terms of fashion. You can strut down the street rockin’ your Nike garms without thinking twice about it, not only that but you’ll get a lot of heads turning with this latest collection.
Usually notable for their vast array of sneakers, Nike’s now boast higher-quality materials and construction in their apparel range, making them contenders for the best of the streetwear out there.
Below Stylenerds have picked out their best bits from the Fall/Winter ’09 Collection, which include Sweaters, Varsity Jackets (where i will be buying every single one… well some of them… OK, probably just the one), Gilet’s & Rain Coats (especially the new M-65… wow!).
Summer (sh)jackets
Okay so a bit biased as one of us is wearing this while posting, but hey it fits like a glove and looks great with only the top one/two buttons done up. Its nice and light weight for S/S and although unfortunately not flannel, you can still pretend you’re Easy-E (pre AIDS). Heres what the Topman blog had to say about it:
“If you’re not familiar with this garment type yet, then get to know it quickly as its set to be big in A/W 09. With the formal styling of a shirt shaped straighter and often fabricated like a jacket, this truly is a diverse wardrobe piece. Wear it open with a tee underneath or buttoned to the top with a pair of skinny jeans, however you rock the Shacket it’s a great update for A/W 09.”
Check Topman.com for cost and shipping info.
Carhartt Exec Shirt Jacket – The Perfect Spring Combo
Carhartt Exec Shirt Jacket
Is it a shirt? Is it a jacket? The answer, of course, is a resounding ‘yes’ to to both – this innovative piece by Carhartt isn’t exactly ground-breaking but takes cues from last year’s flannel-shirt-boom to create a fantastically practical piece that everyone should be vying for this spring.
