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Forgotten but never erased,
Nameless markers for nameless souls.

(I like the fact that although I took this only recently, it does not feel like winter)

On a side note, I noticed that when checking my blog on another browser, the fonts appear rather different. Just wondering whether any readers would find it easier if I were to change font or size?

Currently playing: Live And Learn - The Cardigans

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"Cameras For Eyes and Horses For Hearts"

The design duo of Mjolk, Lars Stoten and John Clark, once again prove their ability to create and construct a stunning collection. Their latest Fall 09 effort, entitled Cameras For Eyes and Horses For Hearts managed to amaze and entice me to say the least.

An appropriately autmunal feel ran through the collection, evoked both by the colour palette and fabric choices. The earthy tones were joined by blues and deep reds, allowing for a colourful contrast. Indeed these choices managed to provide a wonderfully suprising twist, without being overly vivacious or harsh on the eye. With the use of fabrics including merino wool, fine combed cotton and herringbone tweed, there was a wonderfully comfortable and cosy nature to the pieces. The autumnal colours were complimented by these soft and appropriately thicker fabrics.

The micro prints of the tailoring and use of smaller patterning helped to create a visually rich finish. Approaching the clothing for a closer look provided the viewer with a pleasant and engaging surprise. The cloth managed to change almost entirely as one would note the patterning in detail. The play on proportions throughout the collection also helped to give an interesting silhouette to each look. Although not exactly new, the combination of the oversized and long knitwear over fitted jeans for example was particularly fascinating. In contrast, the unique cut of the trousers in general were beautifully executed and constructed, whilst also being fresh in their inception. The accessories including scarves and a backpack helped to add a wonderful finish to the collection.

What are your thoughts on the collection?

Currently playing: Shooting Star - Steph Jones

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Walking gently through the forgotten memories I came across this.
A kingly trinket left upon a century old gravestone.

- I wonder who placed it there and why?

Currently playing: I Woke Up In A Car - Something Corporate

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Hedi . Love

Photography by Hedi Slimane.

Currently playing: Go Hard ft. Kanye West & T-Pain - DJ Khaled

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Dirt Car.

*Edit* An extra special thanks to the wonderful ladies (and gent!) over at We Wear Things for the I Love Your Blog award, and also to the lovely Danz of Fatal Attraction 2 Fashion for the Your Blog is Fabulous award.

Currently playing: One More Time - Daft Punk

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Veins of Colour

I had my weekly check up with my doctors today and as I was getting changed in the morning my mind was on a documentary I had previously been watching on the heart. I was mesmerised by the vast structures of veins and arteries, continuously working to pump blood to all the extremities of one's body. The images of these branching vessels reminded me of tall, majestic trees and the very beauty in the design of the human body.

As such I chose to wear a fine stripe shirt, with what I often consider as green veins running down it. I always envisage a tree bark, with its rough and weathered exterior leading down to a vast system of supple roots, barely seen, coarsing through the soil beneath us. I decided to match this green with my socks, a slight allusion to the colour without being too direct.

Atop the shirt I wore a cream woolen sweater with brown buttons, carrying on the natural and earthy feel I sought. As opposed to the deep brown cotton trousers I would have liked to have worn, I thought to make the concept less literal I would instead wear some faded denim jeans. Although this particular pair was pre-faded, I always find an inherent beauty in the idea of organic fading caused by the individual wear. Indeed this is why I am so fascinated by the idea of raw denim, and the search for that unique and owner based fading.

Currently playing: Us Placers - CRS (Lupe Fiasco, Kanye West & Pharrell)

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The Lighter Side of Life

Taking inspiration from Miami in the 1970s Japanese brand, Roen, recently released their Spring/Summer 09 Lookbook. During the '70s, Miami played host to the wild parties and fun excursions of the mega rich and vast array of celebrities. Roen looked to the period as one of freedom, experimentation and relaxation, a viewpoint which is clearly expressed in both the collection itself, and the photography for the lookbook.

The clothing plays out as a modern reinterpretation of the fashion at the time, yet far from looking like costumes or simply outdated garments, the collection manages to look fresh, modern and relevant all at the same time. The relaxed silhouettes and simple cottons and linens allow for a laid back and comfortable look. Similarly, the worn in denim jeans, white linen suits and flowing oversized shirts give the collection a decidedly summery feel. Indeed many of the pieces seem to have been designed specifically for being one's main garment, of that type, for the entirety of the summer period. The actual photography for the lookbook also helped to make the concept more easily accessible. The casual party snaps allow for the clothing to breath and move in their suggested environment, with the surrounding empty bottles and tousled hair finishing the looks perfectly.

What are your thoughts on the lookbook?

Apologies for the delay in replying to all of your wonderful comments, my health has been quite poorly for the past few days, however I shall definitely try to get back to you all as soon as possible.

Currently playing: Day N Night - Kid Cudi

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Even when demolishing a wall, Londoners put the bricks in an orderly queue.

Currently playing: Freeze - Jordin Sparks

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Behind The Scenes.

Currently playing: Ordinary People - John Legend

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Peter And The Wolf

Taking inspiration from Sergei Prokofiev's classic musical tale, Peter And The Wolf, is the Fall 09 collection from Philip Sparks. The rugged and historically rooted clothing of the collection manages in itself to evoke the wonderful setting and nature of Prokofiev's timeless story.

The tactile and warm materials used in the collection, such as the flannels and thick woolen knits, allow for a practicality in light of the winter weather, however also have a decidedly sporting feel to them. Indeed this feeling is further evoked with looks such as the styling of high boots paired with the jodhpur trousers. The smart interpretation of the materials are clearly based in the traditional history of mens' tailoring, allowing for timeless and classic styling. The mixture of patterns and textures gives the collection a luxuriously tactile and visually rich finish, whilst being far from overpowering in its realisation. The use of fur in the collection is one that can not be ignored, however the use from animals considered as rodents and often culled in urban areas is quite a responsible decision as opposed to the alternatives.

What are your thoughts on the collection?

Prokofiev's tale has had many adaptations over the years, however the following by Disney has remained one of my favourites.



Currently playing: Glory - Lupe Fiasco

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