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June 12 2020 – Mercantile London
Summer Mood Board // Print Mix
The SS20 Native Youth’s collection is made from sustainable, trend-driven yet functional menswear and womenswear with careful consideration given to fabrication and the perfect fit. Through the designers’ interest in art, photography, and contemporary culture, androgynous British silhouettes fuse with Japanese style details, and juxtaposing Scandinavian prints and colour bursts create a diversified collection.With a signature (sell out) print...
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June 03 2020 – Mercantile London
Pre-Fall 2020: #BaumBackToBack
The Pre Autumn 2020 collection "Back to Back" by Baum Und Pferdgarten is inspired by the work of the Hamptons-based artists Jane Wilson and Jane Freilicher. In the late 1950’s American artists Jane Wilson and Jane Freilicher shared a house in the Hamptons for several summers. They painted together in the same room “side by side or back or...
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May 14 2020 – Mercantile London
An Easy Way To Restyle A Classic
Not considered a classic for nothing, the classic t-shirt may be one of the simplest pieces to style but it has obtained iconic status for a reason. First worn by men as an undergarment, the cotton jersey crew neck became standard military issue in World War II, and was descended from the Breton style tops worn by Navy...
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May 08 2020 – Mercantile London
Enhance Your Mood // Crystals & Gemstones
The use of gemstones as both a decoration and healing tool dates back centuries with the Ancient Egyptians and Mayans being some of the first cultures to revere certain stones,with the Greeks and Romans also continuing with the practise. Records suggest gemstones such as amber, jade and lapis lazuli were carved into amulets and talismans to protect health and...
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May 05 2020 – Mercantile London
Enhance Your Mood // Colour
Colour is known to have an direct effect on our physical and emotional responses and research has demonstrated that different colours can simulate our senses, evoke a memory, and effect both behaviours and mood. Colour psychology is a branch of study that believes through selecting colour with purpose and surrounding ourselves with certain shades we can improve our mood...
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April 08 2020 – Mercantile London
Good News
Good News - S/S20 Lookbook Good News produce conscious sneakers and are on an evolving journey to produce fully sustainable footwear. Their aim is to improve the environmental and social sustainability of their products by decreasing carbon, chemical and water footprint, whilst caring for the people who make the shoes. "Recycled rubber - organic cotton - a monitored supply...
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March 11 2020 – Mercantile London
Mothers' Day Gift Guide - Home
Our edit of all things home to celebrate your Mum this Mothers' Day. Grand Illusions Crassula Tall Vase // East End Prints Zebra II A3 Poster // Broste Rainy Day Wide Ceramic Vase // Nkuku Indus Wooden Bowl // Broste Indian Tan Drop Vase // Nkuku Vintage Brass Bottle Opener // Grand Illusions Pina Vase // East End Prints Sitting Woman A3 Poster // Shop more homeware...
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February 07 2020 – Mercantile London
The history of the Breton
Like most great fashion classics la marinière (the sailor) or Breton was designed with practicality in mind and has a history that stretches back to 1858 when it became the official uniform for certain sections of the French navy. A practical long sleeved over-shirt, it was intended to be worn as an extra layer for warmth and the original Breton...
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February 04 2020 – Mercantile London
Frankie.
Frankie. (the name comes from a childhood nickname) was launched in 2015 by Elodie, a French designer/maker originally from Bordeaux and now based in London. The idea behind the range of unisex denim jackets was to give a second life to vintage materials, creating sustainable products that would be original, timeless and transcend seasons. Each creation is handmade in her...
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January 31 2020 – Mercantile London
Last chance
Tran-seasonal and easy to wear, colours such as turmeric, soft cream and sage work hard to lift the chilly days and are easy to pair with everyday denim. The pieces below are in our winter sale which ends soon, so last chance on these classics. CUS Noko Dijon Sweater // Second Female Loch Inca Gold Midi Dress // Des Petits Hauts Selym...
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