Journal

  The mood of the approaching summer season is one of calm. Muted shades in cream, stone and sunshine yellow, combine with accents of desert and terracotta to evoke a feeling of polished, quiet luxury. Look to the natural world to find inspiration; florals in loose print arrangements sit alongside the summer classics of soft gingham in cool, oversized shapes....

  FRNCH, pronounced "French" - has become a name to characterize a complete wardrobe with Parisian influences. From its artistic studio in the 3rd district of Paris, FRNCH delivers a contemporary study of the Parisian silhouette that designers Franck and Chloé renew every season. Dedicated to a city that embraces elegance and simplicity, FRNCH's ready-to-wear concept also boldly merges the...

  An edit of considered, affordable Mother's Day gifts (that can also be posted easily) for the females in your life who are always there for you. Shop small for your big love.       Baggu Madras No3 Reusable Bag £14.00 Eco-friendly, affordable and design-led, Baggu are made from lightweight ripstop nylon, and built to hold 2-3 times as much...

  "Green is the fresh emblem of well-founded hopes. In blue the spirit can wander, but in green it can rest". – Mary Webb   One of the nations favourite colours (after blue) and with more shades than any other colour, the colour green was revered by ancient cultures. Egyptians used forms of malachite and azurite to decorate their temples,...

  Incorporating Denmark, Norway and Sweden,  'scandi' based style has had a huge influence on the world in terms of interiors, fashion, food and the hugely popular concept of hygge. Like most Europeans, Scandinavian based designers favour quality fabrics, along with a classic colour palette of grey, black, and cream juxtaposed with vivid brights and print.  With a distinct Scandinavian...

The two classics of summertime print - floral and stripe. Easy to mix with other print, classic yet contemporary when you opt for an unexpected colour. Keep the silhouette simple and let the print take centre stage. Numph Iria Morganite Dress Far Afield Mod Navarro Blue Floral Shirt And Less Piolaa Dress Bellfield Mens Linn T-Shirt And Less Cynziae Urban Chic...

Native Youth’s Spring Summer 19 collection is inspired by historical classics merged together with modern styling and fabrications. Showcased throughout three drops; Bona Fide, Audacious and Fulfilled, the range focuses around colour-blocks, corduroy and textured ribbed cut and sew knits. Styling is key, mixing tailoring with hoodies and co-ords puts a favoured flip on reclaimed heritage styles. The signature prints...

For the AW 18 collections rain wear brand Rains, have been inspired by the phenomenon of mirages and experiments with glossy, semi-transparent and transparent surfaces as a way of tricking the eye. This unconventional collection is for those who wish for something different whilst keeping the comfort of the classic Rains waterproof coat.The second new season take is a collection...

WEARECPH was established in 2013 with the intention to create a new brand with roots and inspiration from the streets of Copenhagen.   "Our vision is to develop rebellious and open minded designs with edgy details while maintaining a commercial profile, which is the corner stone of WEARECPH. The brand is ideal for the young guy who wants to express himself at an...

There is always something happening around our area of East London, read on for the dates to remember as we head into the winter season.   Saturday 25th November Old Spitalfields Market - Independent Label Market and London Brewers’ Market.     For the final time this year on Saturday 25th November, the Independent Label Market and London Brewers Market, once...

Whilst we have a large selection of international collections represented in-store, we also offer a lot of home grown design talent. Native Youth. London based Native Youth’s collection includes trend driven yet functional pieces with careful consideration of fabrics and the perfect fit. Through the designers’ interest in art, photography and contemporary culture an  androgynous British silhouette emerges which is...

With the days getting darker there is nothing as relaxing as the cosy glow of candlelight. Parkminster Products is a company with a very home-spun origin. They have been making candles and home fragrance products since the beginning of 2010 when Krystyna Patey quit her day job to follow her dreams of making her own fragrance products. After several years...

"Androgyny - the combination of masculine and feminine characteristics".   This season sees British brand Native Youth introduce gender neutral pieces into their A/W collection. Key pieces include the Apex Parka, an oversized olive coloured parka coat and the Altair puffer jacket with a long line fit and padded to keep you warm. Offering something for the transitional months, the raw...

For Autumn / Winter 2017, RAINS pays tribute to the icons of our time. As a move on from the existing collection of iconic raincoat styles, a number of iconic newcomers have been introduced to the collection including new interpretations of the bomber, the parka, the mackintosh and the coach jacket.  In keeping with their continuing aesthetic, the A/W 2017...

With up to 50% off selected menswear now is the time to invest in those summer pieces that work for right now.   Champion Black Shadow Logo T-Shirt Was £62 Now £31 Dr Denim Dwight Light Retro Jacket Was £73 Now £51 Bleu De Paname Bleuet jacket Was £277 Now £193 WeSC Aim Misty Rose Sweater Was £67 Now £46 Maison Labiche...

Father's Day arrives on the 18th June so read on for our edit of five under fifty Father's Day ideas with which to treat your Dad this year.   Claus Porto Musgo Real Classic Aftershave £38.00 Lee Black/Hillside Green socks £9.00 L:A Bruket Handcream £20.00 Bellfield Crypt Shirt £28.00 Ortigia Sandalo Shaving Gel £16.00  

GOOD NEWS is a British contemporary footwear brand founded in 2016 in London, England.  Co-Founders Ben Tattersall and Nia Jones share one aspiration: to bring the world a little bit of GOOD NEWS.   GOOD NEWS look to create a positive change in the world. From ethical product monitoring fairtrade and supply chain, to collaborations with charities and brands that...

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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...