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Hudson shoes were founded in East London in 1990 and the collections continue to be still designed in Hoxton.While Hudson shoes are now worn all over the world, their irreverent attitude towards fashion, and idiosyncratic blend of tradition and modernity, come straight from the streets of their home city. Whether its music, art, style icons or film, there’s always inspiration...

Ash Kumar started Native Youth in 2012. Born and bred in Manchester, UK, he has always been passionate about fashion and travel, and felt the time was right for a new brand – designed in England, proud of its roots and history, but open to influences and inspiration from his travels around the world. Native Youth create collections that are...

Nothing announces the arrival of the summer season more than French brand Des Petits Hauts and this Spring/Summer 17 they deliver a standout collection based around their recent travels. A specially created 'fantasy' print and strong, bright colours run throughout ‘Hotel Palmito’, ‘Coconut’ has a retro edge and Flow draws on inspiration from the natural world.  Hotel Palmito:  This season...

With the cold weather continuing to bite, RAINS introduces a series of stylish and practical transitional raincoats made to endure the colder seasons. By applying the latest innovations in rain wear fabrics, every jacket in the Thermal collection is breathable and insulated, in addition to being wind- and waterproof. Each style holds the recognisable RAINS aesthetic, making them a timeless...

Silence, pause and time for thoughtfulness are the luxury of new beginnings and the concept behind the Samsøe & Samsøe Spring 17 collection.. Everyday active classics are edited to form and function. Transitional layers of fabric from carefree surfaces to dry wrinkles are new for Spring creating 24/7 wearables ready for day and night. Details on jackets and dresses are...

Building on the principles of design and ceramics, L:A Bruket co-founder Monica Kylén began exploring skincare out of necessity. As a trained ceramic artist, Monica was creating a line of homeware products and needed a wholesome, natural soap to demonstrate the functionality of her design. Unable to find any that met her philosophy for design and quality, she set out...

Pared back and pure define this theme, where the less is more aesthetic is achieved through clever styling. Showcasing a lack of excess but certainly not interest, it takes inspiration from our Scandinavian friends with ultra clean design, an oversized fit and neutral palette. These are the wardrobe staples that continue to work hard throughout the years, not just the...