Color-Soaked Streetwear Parties: The BRUNETTES Attend the BAZZUL for LAB & iD Launch Party

THE BRUNETTES recently headed over to the Brockton Collective for the edgiest, fashion launch that the duo has ever attended. The BAZZUL for LAB & iD Launch Party was thrown in part as a celebration of the two brands’ collaborative teamwork, but also as a showcase of the boutiques’ hip, new, Spring/Summer 2013 collections.

Special guests at the party included a slew of popular DJs, LAB & iD creator Junior Sealy, and London-based, designer/DJ Roberto Piqueras. Between musical sets, THE BRUNETTES mingled with other fashion enthusiasts and scenesters in the crowded, gallery space and congratulated Junior on the impressive party, LAB & iD’s success, and on a stunning showing of Roberto Piqueras designs, which can be purchased online from LAB & iD and were worn to the party by Junior himself.

Later, THE BRUNETTES chatted up Roberto Piqueras about their mutual love for design, travel, music and interdisciplinary arts. We also spoke with the designer about his genius, flash-mob technique for presenting his collections to the masses in unexpected venues like London's British Museum.

 

After a revealing conversation about Piqueras’s desire to artfully bring awareness to his brand while still respecting the venues of his impromptu fashion shows, THE BRUNETTES danced the rest of the evening away to some DJ-spun beats from the designer as well.

Authored by John Ibbitson  

Images from THE BRUNETTES’ own collection *images from THE BRUNETTES’ collection not to be used without providing a source link to this posting

Galactic Tech Apparel: The Roberto Piqueras Fall/Winter 2013 Collection Catalog

Corporate logos and lo-fi tech graphics serve as the main inspiration for the Roberto Piqueras Fall/Winter 2013 collection. The London-based designer showcases his signature brand of eclectic streetwear in a new catalog that blends galactic themes with nostalgic iconography. Whether shining a light on layered bomber jackets, athletic bottoms, or oversized statement tees, this collection of urban attire is the true definition of youthful edge.

Known for his bold t-shirt designs, Roberto Piqueras's latest line of streetwear includes an array of vividly screen-printed tops that are showcased alongside matching leggings and sweatpants. These ensembles are paired together to create a uniformed-utilitarianism aesthetic reminiscent of 90s hip-hop styling. Moreover, this futuristic line of sportswear encourages self-expression and proves that fashion does not always have to be traditional or run-of-the-mill. 

Authored by Jana Pijak

Images from F**king Young!

Parisian Punk Couture: The Joe Fresh Fall/Winter 2013 Collection Surprises with Edgy Glamour

A notable departure from his usual collections of bright and bold colours, Joe Mimran’s highly anticipated Joe Fresh Fall/Winter 2013 collection exceeded audience expectations at World MasterCard Fashion Week with a crisp, new, monochromatic palette and edgier detailing.

Studs, embellishments, chains, and spikes were applied to sharply tailored pieces inspired by Parisian fashion and culture, while moto jackets, skull-and-crossbone prints, and modern camouflage gave this sophisticated range a punk flair suitable enough to wear to the 2013 Met Gala.

After the show, THE BRUNETTES congratulated Loblaws CEO Galen Weston on the fabulous collection and posed for a quick pic with the grocery guru.

Authored by John Ibbitson

Images from the World MasterCard Fashion Week website and THE BRUNETTES’ own collection *images from THE BRUNETTES’ collection not to be used without providing a source link to this posting

Designer Collaboration Sneak Peeks: 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target Hits Stores in Mid-September

What could be more thrilling than clothing with a design aesthetic that is self-described as being a mix “between classic and that sense of madness”? How about discovering that the quote is coming from designer Phillip Lim as he discusses the launch of his new collaboration with Target?

Launching in stores on September 15^th, 2013, the 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target collection will offer both women and men a chance to own a piece of Phillip Lim for themselves from price points as low as $19.99. The collection will be made up of over 100 pieces, offering something for everyone. And from the sneak peeks in Target’s campaign video, the 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target collection looks as if it is going to be one of the retailer's most sophisticated to date.

Authored by John Ibbitson

Image from Metro

Sportswear-Obsessed Skater Shoots: Model Jacob K has a Thing for Nike

Jacob K models in this naughty, activewear pictorial from photographer Stanisław Boniecki, which tells the story of a young man’s passion for Nike sporting goods. Themes of youth subculture and desire are explored in this steamy sportswear editorial that features minimal amounts of clothing from H&M and Nike.  

Authored by John Ibbitson 

Images from Male Model Scene

Mackage Fall 2013 Hits the Runway at World MasterCard Fashion Week

The Mackage Fall 2013 collection graced the main runway stage during Day 3 of World MasterCard Fashion Week. Known for their signature brand of covetable outerwear, the label's designers, longtime friends Eran Elfassy and Elisa Dahan, impressed an audience of onlookers with impeccably tailored coats, down winterwear and luxe leather jackets that were worn by both male and female models.

Designed with an urban consumer in mind, this collection of bright seasonal jackets and unexpected nylon leggings displayed a diverse palette of blues, deep oxblood hues, vibrant reds and citrus orange tones. The sophisticated runway presentation also embraced rich texture combinations like leather and fur-trimmed accents, as well as geometric piping details, that added a tactile element to the garments. Models took to the runway stage in luxuriously layered ensembles that combined vivid bursts of color with a monochromatic gingham print. The Mackage Fall 2013 collection featured a seamless mix of aesthetics and practicality thanks to its focus on both youthful design details and comfort for its wearer.

Authored by Jana Pijak

Images from the World MasterCard Fashion Week website

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