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DEFINITIVE TOUCH

A Record of Menswear. 2009–2014.

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Japan

Robert Geller Spring/Summer 2013 Eyewear Collection
Accessories

Robert Geller Spring/Summer 2013 Eyewear Collection

In time for the warmer months is this beautiful collection of sunglasses from Robert Geller. With frames heavily featuring the finest Japanese…

April 12, 2013

Garrett Leight California Optical “Kinney’ D-Frame
Accessories

Garrett Leight California Optical “Kinney’ D-Frame

Garrett Leight California Optical’s eyewear is expertly designed with the utmost attention to detail, making it a favorite among connoisseurs for this…

February 27, 2013

hobo Spring/Summer 2013 Footwear Collection
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hobo Spring/Summer 2013 Footwear Collection

Japanese-based label hobo expands their Spring/Summer 2013 offerings with some new footwear silhouettes. Consisting of three new models, the offering features a…

January 26, 2013

Globe Specs Eyewear Now Available in North America at Self Edge
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Globe Specs Eyewear Now Available in North America at Self Edge

Among eyewear connoisseurs, Japanese brand Globe Specs is a coveted outfit. Known for making the highest quality frames from Japanese acetate, Globe…

January 21, 2013

Beams Plus Spring/Summer 2013 Collection
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Beams Plus Spring/Summer 2013 Collection

Beams Plus, a high-end offshoot of Japan’s famed Beams brand took to self-examination for Spring/Summer 2013, referencing their original 1999 collection of…

January 9, 2013

Master-Piece ‘Haze’ Luggage Collection
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Master-Piece ‘Haze’ Luggage Collection

Japanese-brand master-piece adds to their reputation for innovative and high-quality luggage with this camouflage ‘Haze’ collection. The Haze collection features textured cotton…

December 7, 2012

Nick Wooster x United Arrows 2012 Harris Tweed Mallory Jacket
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Nick Wooster x United Arrows 2012 Harris Tweed Mallory Jacket

Going strong after a beautiful collaboration with shirt-maker Hamilton 1883, street style icon Nick Wooster has partnered with Japanese retailer United Arrows…

August 23, 2012

Collections

Video: Uniform Experiment Autumn/Winter 2012

For Fall 2012, uniform experiment introduces its lookbook video to promote their collection. The piece showcases a more grown-up and sartorially-minded collection…

July 20, 2012

Aesop Japan Stores by Torafu Architects
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Aesop Japan Stores by Torafu Architects

Australian skincare brand Aesop has made their first foray into the Japanese market with a little help from the team at Torafu…

June 27, 2012

Hiroshi Tsubouchi Shark-Sole Derby Shoe
Footwear

Hiroshi Tsubouchi Shark-Sole Derby Shoe

From Japanese designer Hiroshi Tsubouchi comes these aptly named ‘Shark Sole’ derby shoes. Not only do the gleaming white soles look like…

May 18, 2012

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