If sharing "jeans and genes" is part of our tagline, don't think that means we stop at pants. Actually, introduce us to a matching denim jacket and short set and we'll probably be drawing straws over who gets to wear it for the next few days. At least, that's more or less what happened when we were recently turned on to Dr. Denim, a design house out of Gothenburg, Sweden that aims to add new value to its namesake piece of fabric. Founded in 2004 by brothers, Alexander and Johannes Graah, the brand has managed to successfully create denim that's both attune to the present yet transgresses beyond seasons and traditional design. It's anchored by quality fabric and expert product development, but it's pushed forward by its perfect fit and contemporary details. From pants to jackets, to shorts, skirts and playsuits, Dr. Denim does it all and does it well. If you're looking for a pant, I'd suggest their Edie-- we've basically been living in ours since it's still cool up here. If you're prepping for warmer weather, I'd strongly recommend their Jeanie jacket and Jenn short (pictured here). I kept things simple with my set and paired it with Nike Air More Uptempo's in white, as well as a white crop by Boom Boom the Label. Shop the items below to get a similar look. -K
05.25.17
Ex Infinitas, a rising fashion label created by Australian designer Lukas Vincent, is a carefully crafted contradiction. In its name, meaning Of Infinity in Latin, you can find the employment of an ancient language to express an allusion to the future. In its inspiration, you can find a subculture, surfing, once regarded as "low" culture by its creator, reconsidered and then reconstructed into the "high" culture of fashion. Clever, no? Yes, and if you know me, you know I'm not one to turn down a good paradox. Doing my usual, weekly browse of new talent and brands in the Menswear section of FarFetch, I stumbled across a piece of outerwear I knew was different from the rest. It was this classic trucker jacket in a muted sand-toned denim, skillfully paired with a loud, neon orange belt attached to the loops on its waist. While most would merely see a jacket what I saw was a perfect contradiction. I knew immediately that I wanted to style it with simple tones, in all black, as to highlight the jacket in the most overt way I possibly could. Finally, in order to complicate things even further, I thought to add a feminine plot twist to the look with thigh-high heeled boots, purposefully clashing with the jacket's masculine shape and intention. Shop similar pieces below to get the same look. -A
05.15.17
Love it or hate it, the Nike Air Max 97 is an icon. Worshipped for both its innovative design and futuristic look, the Silver Bullet is an undeniably original sneaker. Though conceived 20 years ago by Christian Tresser, the AM97 has by no means become dull with age; lack luster is probably the last phrase that could ever be used to describe it. Like a classic cult film, the sneaker's popularity has only grown over time and its rerelease last month in honor of Air Max Day couldn't have been more appropriate or anticipated. Hype can no doubt attract customers (ask any owner of a Supreme brick), however, that's not why I was waking up at 3am for its UK release this February, or marking my calendar a week in advance of its US release this April. Put simply, I was drawn to the sneaker's design and silver colorway, ultimately its symbolization of retrofutirism. When the Silver Bullets were released in 1997, they were emblematic of The Future. Upon their release this past April, the sneakers have become emblematic of The Past. Their ability to so seamlessly tow this line: the future as seen from the past and the past as seen from the future, is a testament to their design and the real kicker in understanding how they're able to transgress trend. I paired mine with an oversized Supreme tee with collegiate text to fit the setting (Harvard Stadium, in case you didn't recognize it). On bottom, I wore mid-length Nike Bike Shorts and mid-calf Nike socks. I draped my OC varsity jacket over my arms because the weather has no regard for its assigned seasons anymore. As always, shop the look below. - K