The Brains behind U Clothing are Rafal Antos and Don-Alvin Adegeest, the brand’s Creative and Managing Directors respectively. Rafal’s CV includes, previously designed for Gap Europe and Giorgio Armani mainline and oversees all areas of design and creative direction. Don-Alvin is an LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessey) alumnus having launched Marc by Marc Jacobs in Europe, so not a bad pedigree, one could say.

They launched the brand back in 2012, under an ethos of creating an everyday wardrobe of modern, luxury streetwear. Desirable pieces considered at all levels: From design to execution, from sourcing to manufacturing. The collection consists of effortlessly cool pieces in gorgeous fabrics, made in Europe as sustainably as possible.

The collection for Autumn offers a shifting balance between modern day casual wear and classic athletic shapes translated into modern, luxurious pieces. The essence of which focuses on clean lines, fabric quality and masculine styling. This season took inspiration from work wear apparel and American sportswear.

Outerwear is a key feature in the collection, such as M65 field jackets, fishtail parkas and utility bombers which come in a variety of wools, including washed wool felt, printed wool melton and a double wool check. Key features include two-tone sleeves, twisted seams and utility pockets.

Sweaters, hoodies and joggers are a casual wear staple and this season come in ultra luxe fabrics such as alpaca jersey and brushed terry.  Utility and work wear details can be seen throughout the collection, placing an emphasis on function. T-shirts and polos come in supima cotton and heather jersey options. Colours are subdued, with grey tones, military greens, navy, black, white and denim being the core colours.

Whistles has long been a go to and firm favourite with style conscious females consumers, well now it’s out turn lads ! The brand’s debut men’s collection for autumn 2014 built on the foundations of contemporary design and modern utility is here. The long wait is finally over for a Whistles menswear range to rival the inspiring and intelligent reputation of our female counterparts, delivering the building blocks of an edited wardrobe, refined to be both accessible and timeless, with an emphasis on newness guaranteed to keep you returning each season for wearable directional looks.

Living up to its name, after long last, the highly sort after Streetwear brand, Mostly Heard Rarely Seen or MHRS as it’s widely known makes it’s European debut this month exclusively in Harvey Nichols. Inspired by his surrounds, the secretive and elusive designer Thomas ‘Tomakira’ Li, has created a collection that reflects the Eastern streetwear cultures of Japan and Hong Kong, where he grew up it focuses on design, quality and innovation. With an emphasis on not being seen, Li’s collection encourages customers to use their sense of touch to appreciate the collection. He uses complex fabric combinations, appliqued motifs and textures to excite the modern man looking for a twist on traditionalism.

Tomakira champions the concept of producing something creative while shunning celebrity status. The ascendant designer wears a mask in public and never does interviews. His collection was conceived in part to inspire a generation of Japanese youth to stop focusing on superficial aspects of identity and to build a reputation based on one’s artistic creations. Tomakira’s signature motif, the nanoblock, is both an eternally popular childhood toy and a symbol of unbridled creativity.

Drawing on outdoor living and the eastern streets, MHRS makes reference to traditional 1970’s style hunting jackets, denim jackets and military surplus silhouettes adding a contemporary twist to iconic details. The result is a collection that showcases mixed media fabrics, cut and sew finishes and patchwork appliques. Although referencing the past, the construction of the garments and innovative styling techniques are fused with functionality, making for a wearable and unique collection.

Happy Socks is a brand who want to brighten up your life and put a smile on your face in the process. It all started one rainy April day back in 2008 when “A vision was born to turn an everyday accessory into a designed colourful item and spread happiness.” Happy Socks wanted to raise the standard of quality, craftmanship and creativity. Happy Socks founders, life long friends, Viktor Tell & Mikael Söderlindh worked in the creative industries for some time, one a graphic designer and one in advertising when the stumbled upon fashion, this is where the Happy Socks adventure began. A world of playful and colourful patterns and designs, Tell, the creative director of the brand, is inspired by the everyday ”everything and nothing” when designing the Happy Socks collections. They work by a motto: ”All play, no work” shows a great deal of what the label is all about: turning a simple and forgotten product into a fun and sought-after creative success story.

Today Happy Socks are sold in over 70 countries on every continent across the planet spreading their message of through humble accessories and making life a little lighter. This Autumn marks the beginning of a new chapter in the Happy Socks mission to spread a lil happiness with the launch of Happy Socks Underwear. Offering three new products, traditional Boxer shorts and boxer briefs for Men plus boxer briefs for the ladies. Offering happiness, quality and comfort to all ends of your underwear drawer ! Essentially, there’s a pair of socks and underwear to suit every occasion, mind, set and style.