The Jacket You Need In Your Life: Albam Weekend

It hasn't taken long for independent label Albam to establish itself as a veritable name on the British menswear circuit. This is thanks primarily to their philosophy of 'Modern Crafted Clothing' - an ethos that couldn't hold more true to their offering - and whilst the idea of contemporary British styling with a clean aesthetic is hardly a game changer, combine it with the sublime form and honest craftsmanship that their garments are reputed for, and you're onto a winning combination (just ask their rapidly expanding base of loyal enthusiasts).

The Weekend Jacket has been constructed with a compact cotton poplin, heavily washed to create a worn in feel. It is however, in my opinion, the detachable waxed cotton hood that gives this jacket an edge, creating a structured contrast to the overall relaxed nature of the garment.

Wear it with: Acne Classic Poplin Shirt, Omar Kashoura Itched Trouser

Available now from Albam

The Watch You Need In Your Life: Uniform Wares

It's a good period in the timepiece stakes. The brash and ostentatious watches of yesteryear have seemingly had their day, paving the way for a new aesthetic in time telling. Cue Uniform Wares, whose firm grasp on 'classic British design and contemporary styling' have influenced their utilitarian take on the wristwatch - stripping it down to the core functionalities to create a piece that is uncluttered, yet striking in its simplicity.

This 200 Series Calendar model certainly makes light work of being a coveted item, and whilst it may not send out an SOS signal at the flick of a switch, build features such as the aircraft grade stainless steel case and Italian calf leather strap make this a staple for anyone who simply wants their watch to, well, be a watch.

Wear it with: Band of Outsiders Button Down Shirt, APC Military Short

Available now at Oi Polloi. £220

Scenes From London Fashion Week AW11

London Fashion Week is undoubtably one of the strangest events to visit, where stopping to ask a complete stranger to photograph their shoes is considered common practice, and people watching isn't just a passing hobby - it's a sport. True, some of the outfits that grace the cobbles down at Somerset House would cause even the most liberal to raise an eyebrow, but casting all pretences aside, there's no denying that it attracts some of the most interesting, sartorially minded, detail driven people this city has to offer.

Norse Projects F/W11 Lookbook

Setting a precedent with previous offerings, it was really no surprise that the latest Autumn/Winter drop from Danish label Norse Projects would be a strong one. Their penchant for uncluttered and functional clothing is very much a recurring theme, in a collection that simply epitomizes Nordic simplicity. However, notability can really be attributed to the colour palette used. With hues of vibrant citrus to deep purples, they have used tones that would feel more at home in a Spring/Summer lookbook, which in turn drives home the impeccable construction of their range.

Back In The Game

You may have realized that there's been a rather lengthy (ahem, four month) silence around here.

Sorry.

Please accept my sincere apologies with this behind the scenes vid of the recent Gaga x Terry Richardson shoot for Supreme. Suffice to say, it's pretty NSFW.

Three Things: Wallpaper, Norse Projects, Hermès

Today's Three Things feature a rehearsal video from Wallpaper, Norse Project's new denim range, and a youth targeted viral from Hermès.

WALLPAPER'S INDIAN SUMMER DESERT SESSION

Watch as Indie funk duo Wallpaper take feelgood and place it on a pre-medicated dose of steroids. Their drive through the barren Nevada desert is an enviable location for a rehearsal studio, and their nostalgia laden track 'Indian Summer' - with its infectious carefree nature harking 'best of summer' memories -  plays the perfect accompaniment.

NORSE PROJECTS WHITE SELVEDGE

With an appreciation for the uncluttered aesthetic, Danish brand Norse Projects makes its first foray into denim with trademark Scandinavian clarity. Constructed with 13.5oz white selvedge denim produced exclusively for the company at their European factory and a Norse Projects pin for understated adornment, the range encompasses three fits: Regular Straight, Slim Straight, and Tapered.

Image Source: http://www.norsestore.com/

HERMÈS FINGERBOARD VIRAL

Just when you thought you had earmarked fingerboards as a crazy childhood fad, French high fashion house Hermès revives the 90's playground toy to showcase their collections in an uncharacteristic tongue-in-cheek light. As the words 'Hermès' and 'Viral' in the same sentence represent a somewhat alien affair, the brand will have to wait on bated breath to see if the video resonates well with its younger target audience.

http://www.myspace.com/wallpaper
http://www.norseprojects.com/
http://www.hermes.com/