Thisispaper launch their stylish and summery S/S15 linen, sailcloth and denim bag collection

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By Sam Bathe on 16 Apr 2015

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Magazine-turned-online lifestyle store, Thisispaper, get ready for summer with their new collection of linen, sailcloth and denim bags. Including the Handle Backpack – a hybrid between a tote bag and a backpack – plus a slew of other backpacks, the Top Roll roll top rucksack, a larger gym bag and the smaller Pocket Bags, all of Thisispaper’s bags are handmade in their Warsaw studio from the finest Polish materials. Varying from two natural linens to cotton denim and cotton sailcloth, all with vegetable-tanned leather details, the collection is available in five colourways and starts at €80 from the Thisispaper online store: www.thisispapershop.com

Prada releases ‘The Postman Dreams’ series of shorts to celebrate their iconic Galleria bag

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By Sam Bathe on 10 Apr 2015

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Inspired by the style and tone of past collaborator, Wes Anderson, Prada have released a series of new shorts about a daydreaming postman. Starring Prada’s iconic Galleria bag, the five The Postman Dreams shorts are directed by Autumn De Wilde, with a quirky, almost slapstick, approach to their comedy. With two more yet to be release, the first short in the series sleep through half of his shift, dreaming about the Galleria, while another sees him avoid a passionate embrace on the stairs and the last about a young boy using the bag as the battlefield for his toys. Stay tuned to The Postman Dreams microsite for the final two shorts: www.thepostmandreams.prada.com

Paulin’s C200 Chronograph watches blend function with a gorgeous modern industrial look

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By Sam Bathe on 12 Mar 2015

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Available in five colourways, Paulin’s C200 Chronograph watch features a Japanese Miyota Quartz movement and Italian calfskin leather straps with embossing on the underside, all designed and assembled in the UK. Paulin’s sharp yet classic look on the C200 features a domed mineral glass crystal, with a 24h dial, 30 minute and 60 second stopwatch powered by the chronograph. The C200 is available from the Paulin online store for £195: www.paulinwatches.com

Aer’s Duffle Pack is a stylish, durable bag for the office and the gym

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By Sam Bathe on 6 Mar 2015

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Wanting to create a well-designed gym bag that you could take into the office, Aer’s Duffle Pack features a separate water-resistant and ventilated shoe pocket to keep your gym shoes separate from everyday essentials. A laptop pocket at the back plus the 24L main compartment and two side pockets are all accessible via separate water-proofed zips, allowing for quick and easy access to your stuff. The Duffle Pack also features a 1680D ballistic nylon exterior, horizontal and vertical handles a spacer mesh back panel for breathability. The Duffle Pack ships May 2015 and is avilable for pre-order now from the Aer website: www.aersf.com/duffel-pack

The London List: Larsson & Jennings open their first London store featuring a bespoke LJX watch barThe London List

By Sam Bathe on 5 Mar 2015

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After a number of in-store pop-ups across London, Anglo-Swedish watchmakers Larsson & Jennings have opened their first brick and mortar store on Monmouth Street, Covent Garden. Stocking the full Larsson & Jennings range plus some in-store exclusives, there is also a Fika coffee counter so you can grab a hot drink while you shop. However, the best thing about the Monmouth Street store is the LJX custom area, helping customers make their perfect bespoke watch from a seemingly endless selection of materials and colours. The minimalistic, Apple-inspired store is beautifully designed too.

Larsson & Jennings, 53 Monmouth Street, London, WC2H 9DG
www.larssonandjennings.com/ljxcustom

Mosaert’s Capsule No. 2 mixes English school cuts with African wax colours and patterns

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By Sam Bathe on 4 Feb 2015

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From Belgian singer-songwriter Stromae — born Paul Van Haver — label Mosaert have released their new capsule collection, inspired by classic English school cuts and African wax colours and patterns. A collection of cardigans, pullovers, polos and socks, Mosaert is designed and produced in limited quantities in Europe, with the lookbook shoot taking on a traditional school photo setup. Mosaert’s Capsule No. 2 is available now from their online store: www.store.mosaert.com

Nanamica say goodbye to winter with their colourful Spring/Summer 2015 Cordura bag collection

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By Sam Bathe on 6 Jan 2015

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Including a Cycling Pack, Briefcase and Day Pack, Nanamica’s Sprint/Summer 2015 Cordura collection is made from a treated Nylon based fabric which is lightweight, durable and made to last. Available in a number of eye-catching colourways, with premium leather straps, brass buckles and a woven logo patch, the Cordura bags feature zippered main compartments with lots of handy pockets and a roll-top on the Cycling Pack. Starting at $299, Nanamica’s Spring/Summer 2015 Cordura collection is available from the End Clothing online store: http://www.endclothing.com/brands/nanamica

DVHCo’s hand-made leatherworks match streamlined function with a rugged industrial form

Posted in Products, Style
By Sam Bathe on 18 Dec 2014

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All hand-made in his studio in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, Derek VanHeule’s DVHCo label was created out of a desire for products that are strong, simple and well thought-out. Making leather goods for everyday use and everyday people, DVHCo products are necessity-based with no extra frills, making high quality affordable and attainable. Show the rest of this post…

The initial run of DVHCo products includes six products, all made from hand-dyed, vegetable tan leather. The Snap Wallet and Billfold Wallet are both hand-stitched with heavy-waxed nylon thread and military grade SK-30 snaps, the Key Fob features a black over steel button stud, the Belt features holes are spaced closer together for a more personal fit plus a beveled inside edge for comfort, the strong and simple Glasses Case includes a lens protection cloth and the Guitar Straps which are 1″ wide and made to custom lengths. Starting at $35 for the Key Fob, all of DVHCo’s products are available from their online store: www.thedvhco.com

You can follow DVHCo on Instragram here: www.instagram.com/thedvhco

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Instrmnt’s minimalistic 01 watches channel classic Braun industrial design

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By Sam Bathe on 4 Dec 2014

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Reminiscent of early Braun industrial design, Instrmnt’s minimal 01 watches remove all unnecessary details, save for the time and date. Designed in Glasgow, the watches feature a quartz three handed Swiss Ronda 585 movement and sapphire crystal glass, while the casing is made from PVD-coated 40mm steel. The 01 Watch is available in four colourways, each with an 18mm leather strap, and is available for £160 from the Instrmnt online store: www.instrmnt.watch

Tanner Goods team up with Pendleton for the stylish ‘El Malpaís’ pattern Dopp Kit

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By Sam Bathe on 1 Dec 2014

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A collaboration for Native(X), an online art gallery representing artists within Native communities, Tanner Goods have teamed up with Pendleton Woolen Mills to produce the stylish ‘El Malpaís’ pattern Dopp Kit. Designed by Dustin Martin as a “homage to the dynamic volcanic landscape of the southwestern badlands,” the Dopp Kit is constructed from a combination of 100% virgin wool, rich Chromexcel leather and solid brass hardware. The ‘El Malpaís’ pattern is also available as a scarf, both on sale from $110 from the Tanner Goods online store: www.tannergoods.com

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