NIGEL CABOURN - THE NEW ARMY GYM, TOKYO

Designer Nigel Cabourn first opened up shop in tokyo in 2009 and currently operates seven stores and shop-in shops across japan that are highly popular with a growing number of loyal customers. Its flagship store in the Japanese capital - dubbed the Army Gym - has been its prime showcase, featuring a meticulously crafted concept that's very much an extrapolation of the brand's core values. This store has now relocated to bigger premises in Naka Meguro, an easygoing and quaint-looking neighbourhood that suits the brand very well. The new store occupies two conjoined ground floor units of a modern low-rise structure, and is situated around the corner from the old location on the tree-lined Meguro river.

The new store features an interior which uses the building's concrete shell as a blank canvas. adding a suitable rustic edge are the wooden planks used as flooring, albeit dipped in a shade that matches the grey concrete, custom-made furniture pieces and carefully sourced vintage props. Special attention has been given to the lighting with spots incorporated in fixtures and strategically placed across the retail space to highlight the coveted merchandise. The relocated Nigel Cabourn flagship store has plenty of additional space and thus obviously carries the brand's full range of men's and women's apparel, shoes and accessories. location: 1-21-4 Aobadai (Naka Meguro - Tokyo). pics by superfuture

OLD SOULS - COLD SPRINGS,NY

 

 

 

From the owner: 

 

"The idea of Old Souls was born about a year ago at a tiny local restaurant over a plate of fried chicken.  Opened in July ‘13, it’s already building out a new, larger space next door.  The shop’s collection focuses on outfitting for field, camp and home with hand picked, quality goods, most of them made in the US.  Larger heritage brands like Filson, Pendleton and Stanley are complimented by smaller makers like Topo Designs, Tanner Goods and Otter Wax.  James is a fly fishing guide and instructor and takes clients out on the famous trout rivers of the Catskills and of course, has a few secret spots of his own that he can’t reveal to the public!” -Tara, Old Souls Brand

 

Their website is still in the making, but check them out on facebook and if you’re in town stop by the shop and get yourself something beautiful!   61 Main Street, Cold Spring, NY. 

GANT FALL/WINTER 2014 - SNEAK PEAK BY STOFFE

Christopher "Stoffe" Bastin, head of design of Gant gives a sneak peak of what we can

expect for the Fall/Winter 2014 collection on his blog called rippedbackpocket.

 The brand is gearing up to the next level. Can't wait to see more of this.

INSPIRATION LA - VOL. 5 BY RIN TANAKA

The 5th annual vintage clothing & Americana Fashion Gathering “Inspiration”  by Rin Tanaka, the author of the “My Freedamn!, was a gathering in So-Cal for art, fashion, action-sports culture and vintage enthusiasts from around the globe.

The two-day show brings together over international vendors and exhibitors offering unique and one-of-a-kind merchandise on exhibit and for sale—including American vintage apparel manufactured from the 1900s-1980s, vintage-inspired-to-contemporary fashions and accessories from boutique and corporate American and Japanese companies, surf and skate exhibitors, plus artists and artisans, hot-rods, antiques, records and audio equipement, as well as live music.

Above pictures are just a few examples of the vibe of the show, click here for more goodies.

AMSTERDAM RESTAURANT HOT SPOT - ROSE'S CANTINA

Last week I enjoyed this juicy house burger, served with jalapeños, cheddar cheese and bacon, with some friends at Rose's Cantina. Rose’s Cantina—Amsterdam’s first Mexican restaurant—opened her doors in 1982. And, after more than 30 years of serving up spicy food and cold beers, Rose’s introduce a stylish new look; inspired by dishes from all over Latin America with a liberal dose of Mexican to honor Rose’s heritage! You can find Rose's @ Reguliersdwarsstraat 38, Amsterdam

NYFW FALL/WINTER 2014 - IT'S A WRAP

The peacocks of New York conquered the ice cold and snowy weather this during NYFW. And To my Ton had again a steady hand to the guys during their walk from one show to the other. New York has been the biggest catwalk of the world for 2 full weeks. See you in September.