CLOTHES MAKE THE MAN

To mark its official launch this December, the Conscious Fashion Campaign (CFC) commits to actively support the upcoming Decade of Action and Delivery for Sustainable Development. CFC plans to engage the leading fashion industry events to accelerate the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The Conscious Fashion Campaign, in collaboration with the United Nations Office for Partnerships, engages global industry events to commit to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. The initiative champions fashion as an influential sector to address the world’s most pressing issues and lead a future that leaves no one behind. The campaign is dedicated to driving change through advocacy, education and engagement of industry stakeholders to create a sustainable future for all.

These SDGs are 17 goals which act as a roadmap to building a better world for people and our planet by 2030. Adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, the SDGs are a blueprint for all sectors of society to promote prosperity while protecting the environment. They recognise that ending poverty must go hand-in-hand with strategies that build economic growth and address a range of social needs including education, health, equality and job opportunities, while tackling climate change and working to preserve our oceans and forests. Despite being drawn up by the United Nations, the 17 SDGs are for everyone to engage with. Stakeholders are encouraged to pick just a few that they align with and can champion.

The CFC was founded by social impact entrepreneur Kerry Bannigan, who hopes to minimise the funding gap of £2 trillion for the SDGs, CFC was created to overcome the divide between leaders from the fashion industry and the SDGs. The initiative, in collaboration with the United Nations Office for Partnerships (UNOP), champions fashion as an influential industry to address the world’s most pressing issues by driving change through advocacy, education and the engagement of industry stakeholders to create a sustainable future for all.

“Following a one-year pilot phase to discover what the fashion industry understood about the SDGs and what else could be implemented, the CFC immersed itself into the retail event sector, and specifically trade shows to connect with brands and retailers at the beginning of the buying cycle. With partnerships in the USA, UK, France, Germany, The Netherlands and China with names including Coterie, Project and Magic, Neonyt, Pure London, Who’s Next Paris, and Kingpins, we have already introduced the SDGs to over 96,000 retailers and buyers representing 87 countries. The CFC is delighted to have aligned with 460 conscious fashion brands, and engaged with global brands, including representatives from GAP, Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Stella McCartney, G Star RAW, Target, American Eagle, Madewell, DKNY and Marks and Spencer to learn what fashion companies are doing to align with the SDGs”.– Kerry Bannigan, Founder, CFC

During the 74^th United Nations General Assembly in New York this September, CFC co-hosted a reception with the objective of achieving a better and more sustainable future for us all, the SDGs address the global challenges we face, including those related to poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, peace and justice. The fashion industry heavily impacts on most, if not all of these challenges.

According to The Economist, the idea of disruptive innovation is the most influential business idea of the 21st century. This is exactly what new kid on the luxury block LAVAIR are wanting to do. At one end of the spectrum you have the dominate Sports and leisure players, Nike, Adidas, Puma etc and the other the luxury designer houses, Balenciga, Chanel, Givenchy. Then is the middle battleground we have the impact zone of the collaboration, McQueen X Puma, Nike X Off White and the recently launched Adidas X Prada. LAVAIR’s intention is to muscle their way in for a slice of this sweet cake.

The London label brings a nonchalantly sophisticated alternative for modern sneakerheads inspired by the trends seen on the major fashion capital’s runways and embracing of the streetstyle aesthetic. LAVAIR blends luxury with streetwear for an understated, elevated offering that exudes the underpinning of their ethos; style, fit and substance.

LAVAIR presents six inaugural styles: Tempo, Azure, Linear, Maxxi, Creator, and Aero. Each is designed with a nod to iconic sneaker styles of the past, updated in premium leathers and intricately constructed in a variety of white, black, and neutral tones. Born out of a desire for something more premium for your day to date sneaker needs and a simply business ethos of fulfilling Style, fit and substance.

December is upon us which can only mean one thing, Christmas is approaching and with that comes parties, overindulging and the obvious results. Now just in time for party season NIVEA MEN has launched their all NEW DEEP collection.   

We all know men are upping their skincare rituals as the winter season approaches; vying to be the most well- groomed man underneath the mistletoe whilst prepping skin to tackle the harsh winter weather well into January. With invitations to parties and family get-togethers flying in, and the crisp air wreaking havoc on skin, we are in need of a deep, invigorating routine that will keep them looking fresh-faced and youthful throughout the winter season.

New NIVEA MEN DEEP, the latest innovative range from NIVEA MEN, delivers just that. Specially formulated with black charcoal – a super-efficient detoxifier – the seven-product range will detox tired skin throughout party season and well into the New Year. What’s more, the natural ingredient works as a dirt magnet, drawing out impurities to thoroughly cleanse skin for a lasting, refreshing feel making this seven-product range the ultimate grooming experience. A fuss-free, quick and easy skincare regime for busy men this winter.

The latest innovative range from NIVEA MEN, delivers just that. Specially formulated with black charcoal – a super-efficient detoxifier – the seven-product range will detox tired skin throughout party season and well into the New Year. What’s more, the natural ingredient works as a dirt magnet, drawing out impurities to thoroughly cleanse skin for a lasting, refreshing feel making this seven-product range the ultimate grooming experience. A fuss-free, quick and easy skincare regime for busy men this winter.

NIVEA MEN DEEP 1-Minute Mask is this season’s skincare essential, providing men on the move with a super-fast way to deeply cleanse their skin, beard or stubble and leave them with a brighter and healthier complexion in a flash. To ensure skin is hydrated and men are feeling their best all winter long, follow up with NIVEA MEN DEEP Matte Finish Moisturiser, a light hydrating formula that leaves skin smooth and supple all day long.

The range also includes an Anti-Perspirant Deodorant Spray, Cleansing Wash, Shaving Gel, Shower Gel and Anti- blackhead Scrub – everything needed to achieve a deep clean feeling this winter.

Welcome to a special edition of #SFTW. This week we’ve picked several of our favourite items from this years Black Friday promotions thus far. No hanging about this week lets get straight into it!

1. Lan Kwai Fong – Digital Beer-Pong, Pitcher and Platter for Two – £10.00

If you live in London, this ones definitely worth a visit! If you’re 18 and over, with this exclusive Black Friday offer via TimeOut you can enjoy a game of Beer Pong and some banging food and drinks to accompany.

The restaurant is nestled in the heart of Camden just up the road from the famous Camden market. Lan Kwai Fong offers a wide variety of Asian foods including Dim Sum, Hotpots and other small plates as well as your typical favourites like Cripsy Duck and Sweet & Sour Chicken. Not to forget their host of vegetarian options.

Other facilities include a Cocktail bar and Karaoke!

If your looking for something different to do in the city then hit the link below to redeem this offer worth 70% off.

2.   Marshall Mid Wireless Headphones – £170.00 down to £85.00

It would be poor show not to include an Amazon black Friday deal! These super stylish Marshall wireless headphones are 50% on Amazon now. This pair features the essential Marshall design on earphones — adjustable controls on the side allow for optimised listening of up to 30 hours.

3.  All Saints Half-Zip sweatshirt – £89.00 down to £59.50

For Black Friday this year All Saints have gone all out with 30% their entire catalogue! This understated Half-Zip provides the perfect middle ground between smart and casual.

To shop the sweatshirt hit the link below where you can get 30% off everything, online and in-store for a limited time:

4.  Nike Air Tailwind 79’ – £79.00 down to £66.15

To learn the full history behind the iconic Air Tailwind 79’ scroll down to #SFTW No.15. END are offering 20% off a huge haul of products spanning the realms of Luxury, Streetwear, Sneakers and more.

Some of the brand’s included are ; Saint Laurent, Maison Margeila, Stussy, Golden Goose, Carhartt, Paul Smith, Clarks, Seiko and Ralph Lauren.

Thanks for reading this short but sweet Black Friday special of STFW — Please let us know what cracking deals you guys have scouted out!

Until next time..

Acne is most common among teenagers, but the truth is that it affects people of all ages. Developed when your hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells, spots can have a massive effect on confidence, and may even sometimes scar the skin. So what causes it and how can you prevent it?

Established in 2014 and created by the award-winning Dr. Harry Singh, A successfully published author, Dr. Singh uses his knowledge and understanding of facial aesthetics to provide an award-winning service. The Botulinum Toxin Club is the UK’s leading facial aesthetics training workshop for dentists, doctors, medics, specialists and nurses. This knowledge and understanding of the profession saw the business be awarded the ‘Most Outstanding business of the year’ at the 2018 Dental Industry Awards Today, they’re sharing 5 different causes of spots.

1. Diet – research has shown that certain dietary factors may worsen the effects of acne. Dairy products and high glycaemic foods are particular offenders. Most people assume that junk and greasy foods are the biggest causes of acne, but this isn’t the case.

2. Stress – stress can’t cause breakouts on its own, but it can certainly exacerbate them. Releases of inflammatory chemicals called neuropeptides, as well as hormonal changes, may lead to spots. Even ‘good’ stress like excitement can do this!

3. Hormones – a primary cause of acne is the male ‘androgenic’ hormones which typically become active during the teenage years. Sensitivity to these hormones, combined with bacteria on the skin, causes pimples – which always seem to pop up at the worst possible time.

4. Bacteria – oil, skin cells and hair can cause some serious skin blockage. This then gets infected with bacteria, leading to swelling. Propionibacterium acnes is the name of the bacteria that live on the skin and contributes to the infection of pimples. The severity and frequency of acne depends on the strain of bacteria, since not all trigger pimples.

5. Excess oil – acne typically appears on your face, forehead, chest, upper back and shoulders because these areas of skin have the most sebaceous (oil) glands. Hair follicles are connected to oil glands which contributes to pimples in these areas, too.