NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC - WE ARE ALL EXPLORERS

Last week I visited the Antwerp showrooms of D-Lux Concept to explore the National Geographic collection for Fall/Winter 2020.

We all know National Geographic as the no1 story teller, with rich content and a big inspiration. Beautiful pictures and stories about nature at its finest. As from now we can explore the world in the National Geographic collection.

Sustainability is one of the cornerstones of the National Geographic brand, so also the National Geographic Apparel are taking their social and environmental responsibility very seriously. The National Geographic Apparel is produced with ecological cotton, recycled fillers, recycled down feathers and recycled nylon. Their goal is to become 100% sustainable by 2025.

The collection range is broad with down jackets, down vests, knits, sweaters and accessories built around 3 colour stories. The Iconic yellow and black, an outdoorsy pale blue and camel and a fashionable olive and orange.

My personal favorite is the Iconic Explorer Jacket in National Geographic yellow.

TOMMY HILFIGER COLLECTION SS 2017 @ NYFW

Nearly every other American designer at New York Fashion Week: Men’s opted for exotic destinations for their spring collection inspirations. But not Tommy Hilfiger. The designer stayed with his Americana theme, revisiting some signature pieces from his personal archives. But those pieces were transformed to be more modern in their proportions and materials.

Hilfiger’s trademark stripe was used throughout the line, in everything from patchwork sweaters and tracksuits to technical parkas with reengineered rugby stripes. Other graphic details included floral prints that worked best in pajama bottoms and voluminous belted shorts.

Refined athleticism reigned in technical anoraks and an evening pant that mimicked a fitted jogger — complete with the subtle stripe on the ankle as a paneling detail.

 In a time when the most influential designers of the now are looking back at Nineties iconic moments from trendsetters such as Hilfiger, it’s refreshing to see the originator celebrate his own heritage. (thanks to Fashionably Male)
And no this is not what you gonna see in the showrooms throughout Europe unfortunately!

NEW YORK FASHION - DOUBLE DUTCH STYLE

During the opening of the New York Fashion Week, the Dutch retailer Suit Supply showed their Spring Summer 2017 in a typical Dutch way. They conquered the streets of Manhattan on a bike.

AMERICAN BLUES TRADING COMPANY

 

American Blues Trading was established in 1989, originally exporting used denim to Europe and Japan.  In the last 25 years, they have evolved into a diversified used apparel company, importing and exporting high end period vintage clothing to research and design clients all over the world. In addition to clothing, they also house and offer classic Americana vintage props and retail fixtures.The collection expands well beyond three million pounds of clothing, all categorized by style and decade year. The finer pieces can be found on display at the recently built 7,500 sq./ft showroom space. Fifteen highly cureated stories will help you shop for inspiration and give some insight into the archive.  These pieces will either be for sale or rent depending on uniqueness. Stories include: American Workwear, American Sport, American Camp, American Moto, 70's Moto, Vintage Coca Cola, American Maritime/Nautical, American Indian, American Cowboy, Military, 50s/60s Retro Bowling, Surf & Skate, Levis, Mens Haberdashery, Shoes & Accessories