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SeaVees 09/63

While often times I’m criticizing other brands for copying other silhouettes of shoes that were made before they were even a brand, these SeaVees are very much an exception of my criticism.  I have very high respect for SeaVees as a brand however similar these shoes may look to such shoes as a Vans Authentic,...
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Jvdf Accessories for Men

  Often time, in the realm of fashion, or general stylistic elements really, for men, there is a major area lacking in accessories.  Is it the fact that men traditionally haven’t worn accessories such as bracelets or necklaces?  Is it the idea that they are hard to find clothes to wear them with and we...
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J.Crew Mens Fall 2011

A personal favorite of mine, J.Crew, unveils what shall be seen in their collection for the Fall of 2011.  It’s pretty standard staples, and things that aren’t overly out of the ordinary in any sense, however J.Crew has the certain styling necessary to pull off often boring and mundane pieces, which then are combined with impeccable layering,...
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Jeremy Scott x Linda Farrow

These sunglasses are eye-catching.  Literally.  They force to be looked at.  The design elements included in them are awesome.  They are by far some of the most interesting and unique sunglasses I’ve seen to date.  Jeremy Scott and Linda Farrow have created something here that needs to be seen.  You need to see the whole...
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PRPS Spring/Summer 2011

Denim aficionados PRPS present us with their Spring/Summer 2011 collection of garments.  Of course the denim game with PRPS is not to be questioned, but the rest of the collection looks pretty strong as well.  We’ll see if the brand can keep the momentum going throughout the seasons and still maintain relevancy in the market....
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Orlebar Swim Shorts

Looking for your new pair of swim trunks this season?  Here’s an eye catching option.  Presenting Orlebars “Best in show” swim trunks, the shorts are all black asides from a very visually pleasing picture of a dog face on the right leg.  The trunks look they are just about the perfect length above the knee,...
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Warriors of Radness Spring/Summer 2011

Nothing welcomes the seasons Spring and Summer better than the new collection of WOR.  Coming straight from the man behind Freshjive and his no label brand, Rick Klotz does an extremely well job of putting this collection together with elasticised jeans, awesome tees and tanks, and shorts perfect length for the surf or for casual wear. ...
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Band of Outsiders x Sperry Spring/Summer 2011

Once again, BOA and Sperry decide to collaborate whether it be for Spring/Summer, or Fall/Winter, and typically create some good looking shoes.  For this 2011 collection, they tone it down a bit and do more muted colors besides their bright banana colored boat shoes.  For more Sperry options this Spring, don’t overlook this collaboration. Source:...
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Olivier Borde

The look that has grown popularity may very well possibly continue into the Fall/Winter of 2011.  The look that I’m talking about is men’s long johns or thermal underwear worn as exterior bottoms.  Here in the Olivier Borde preview for their Fall/Winter 2011 collection, you see a man in natural colored long johns to suggest...
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Jack Purcell Spring 2011

If you’re done with your converse you’ve been wearing for years, and you’re looking for a simple shoe, that goes with practically any outfit, but aren’t boat shoes or Vans, look no further.  Jack Purcell’s are here to help.  Coming a “dyed garment” collection for Spring 2011, these shoes are comfortable, look great when purchased...
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J.Crew x New Balance

Earlier this year, J.Crew decided to collaborate with a very well known brand, (New Balance) and they continue to create the same model but in different colorways for this season.  Using the 1400 New Balance model inspired from ones in Japan, they acquire a grey suede, orange suede, and black suede models to add to...
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Clae Spring/Summer 2011

Clae hits it spot on with their new collection slated for this summer.  With a range of materials (chambray, perforated leather, suede) and with colors that are spot on, they create a simple shoe that you can dress up or down.  And yes, the rumors that you’ve heard about Clae are true; they’re some of the...
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