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DEFINITIVE TOUCH

A Record of Menswear. 2009–2014.

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Tom Reive

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Video: The Wall Street Journal "How To": The Perfect Straight Razor Shave

The Wall Street Journal has launched a new YouTube channel called ‘Off Duty’, where they address men’s lifestyle content ranging from fashion…

February 21, 2012

Video: Bedwin & The Heartbreakers Spring/Summer 2012 Collection
Collections

Video: Bedwin & The Heartbreakers Spring/Summer 2012 Collection

Hypebeast caught up with Bedwin & The Heartbreakers to check out their amazing Spring/Summer 2012 Collection at the recent ‘Jacket Required’ trade…

Video: Nigel Cabourn Interview by Helmstyle
Culture

Video: Nigel Cabourn Interview by Helmstyle

It’s always nice to get an idea of how the designers themselves inform the clothing they make, particularly when the designer is…

Maison Martin Margiela Leather Men's Breifcase Bag
Accessories

Maison Martin Margiela Leather Men's Breifcase Bag

The elusive Belgian designer Martin Margiela is the unofficial ‘seventh member’ of the ‘Antwerp Six’ collective, a group of designers famed for…

February 17, 2012

Balenciaga Panelled Sneaker
Footwear

Balenciaga Panelled Sneaker

Fans of Balenciaga go to the label for its vibrant take on sportswear-inspired style, and these sneakers embody its energetically elegant aesthetic.…

Alexander Wang Fall/Winter 2012 Collection
Collections

Alexander Wang Fall/Winter 2012 Collection

Alexander Wang isn’t afraid to build his latest collection by mixing monochromatic French chic, blackout military vogue, and rock & roll grunge,…

February 13, 2012

HAVEN x Mark McNairy Country Brogue With Crepe Sole
Footwear

HAVEN x Mark McNairy Country Brogue With Crepe Sole

HAVEN and Mark McNairy have collaborated on an admirable new shoe for release this Holiday Winter 2011. These suave Country Brogues are…

December 20, 2011

Rider Ottawa Boots
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Rider Ottawa Boots

Ron Rider’s have release an elite pair of shoe ware for this Winter Holiday 2011. The Rider Ottawa boot is a testament…

December 14, 2011

Common Projects Crocodile Achilles Trainers For Cabinet de Curiosités
Footwear

Common Projects Crocodile Achilles Trainers For Cabinet de Curiosités

Common Projects has collaborated with Thomas Erber for his Cabinet de Curiosités. This joint effort between both talented parties presents a premium…

December 8, 2011

Bally Bespoke Scribe Service
Footwear

Bally Bespoke Scribe Service

Bally has once again set a standard with their next line of iconic footwear for Fall/Winter 2011. Now offering a bespoke Scribe…

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