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Preview of the Best of the High Street for Autumn 2014

Ohhhhh the nights are drawing in, most of us are unluckily enough to have returned from our Summer holidays and yes we have that sick feeling in our stomachs, reminiscent of the ones we use to get at the thought of going back to school, Ohhhh God Autumn in here. Yep, September’s only round the corner and cold dark nights, just behind it, but let’s not get down about it, because with September and Autumn comes the best season for menswear ! I mean who wants to wear, shorts and flip flops and swimwear and sunglasses and t-shirts, I DON’T, honestly.

Anyway, all of those nice retailer type folks have gone to all the trouble of sourcing great coats, sweaters, boots and jackets so you can layer up and look cool as, my friend.

 

The guys over at Burton have stuck a great balance with wearable and trend driven for Autumn

The guys over at Burton have stuck a great balance with wearable and trend driven for Autumn

 

You'll be wanting to say Ciao to Sisley this Autumn, they've got some cracking pieces

You’ll be wanting to say Ciao to Sisley this Autumn, they’ve got some cracking pieces

 

 

Patrick Grant really is doing a great job with his Hammond & Son range for Debenhams. From formal to casual he's got it covered

Patrick Grant really is doing a great job with his Hammond & Co range for Debenhams. From formal to casual he’s got it covered


Matt Smith may no longer be the Doctor, but his effect on menswear is still very evident

Matt Smith may no longer be the Doctor, but his effect on menswear is still very evident, particularly at Ted Baker.


 

Stay as sharp as a pin with River Island this Autumn. Get a totally aspirational look, on a budget friendly price

Stay as sharp as a pin with River Island this Autumn. Get a totally aspirational look, on a budget friendly price

 

 

Adding a touch of sophistication to the season. Marks & Spencer

Adding a touch of sophistication to the season. Marks & Spencer

 

Offering us 40 Shades Of Grey for this Season Banana Republic is looking super suave

Offering us 40 Shades Of Grey for this Season Banana Republic is looking super suave

 

This a brand that seems to be improving, season after season. Well worth a look over at New Look

This a brand that seems to be improving, season after season. Well worth a look over at New Look

 

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See no Evil, Hear no Evil – MOSTLY HEARD RARELY SEEN (MHRS)

imageLiving 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.

imageTomakira 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.

 

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Raising the bar – Ted Baker’s new Cycling range

imageAs you’d know expect from Ted Baker, when you hear they are launching a new Cycling apparel range you know the last thing you’re going to see is tight fitting Lycra clad models and heavy duty functional, sporty attire and sure enough not so much as a Lycra cycling short to be seen, thank Holy God.

Based on classic Ted Baker fundamentals and innovative design details, the brand has, thankfully, swerved clear of performance-enhancing lycra to create Raising the Handlebars: a bespoke collection of stylish cycling gear that refuses to sacrifice appearance over functionality.

imageGeometric prints, bold colours and stitch eyelets put the aesthetic into athletic, whilst the collection’s style is matched by its substance found in reflective collars and cuffs, antibacterial finishes, and robust fabric trims which provide further support / protection where needed.

All this, together with other classic Ted details (such as a velcro tie to hold the trouser leg away from chain) all come together to deliver a decent dose of substantial style to your cycling proficiency.

Working in collaboration with, Cycling aficionados, Wiggle, they have created a range of clothing that will take you straight from bike to office and then onto the bar, taking away the need to change once you have cycled to your destination.

Shirts include a high percentage of Elastane for added stretch and comfort, as well as an anti-bacterial finish to keep odours at bay. Available in long and short sleeves, shirts feature special prints, which have been designed taking inspiration from the mechanics of a bicycle, using cogs and chains links.

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Start the Premiership in Style but more importantly on time with @RotaryWatches COMPETITION TIME !

imageTensions are already rising, you can feel the heat, the nails are started to be chewed, cussing under the breathe it can only be one thing, yes tomorrow sees the start of the new season of the Premiership ! Now to mark this significant date in the calendar  Timepiece company Rotary, the fourth generation Swiss watch brand, famous worldwide for exceptional quality timepieces, embarks on its second season as the Global Official Timekeeper of Chelsea FC.

In honour of the second season of the partnership, Rotary has proudly developed a unique sport inspired timepiece, Aquaspeed. This contemporary sport watch is perfect for those looking for a robust yet stylish timepiece to match their pace and performance.

Rotary are known for their durability and timekeeping qualities, why in 1950, three tests confirmed the quality and reliability of the Rotary brand: a watch was towed behind the QE2 as it crossed the Atlantic and remained in perfect working order; another was strapped to the Flying Scotsman and arrived intact; the third, dropped from the top of Big Ben, survived undamaged, not a bad testament.

Features of their limited Edition Aquaspeed timepiece include; Chelsea FC embossed case back, blue lion crest upon a textured blue dial and mineral glass. Date window at 6 and 40mm case with a blue bezel. Stylish stainless steel bracelet with a Z clasp. This watch is waterproof and is accompanied by a Rotary lifetime guarantee. A perfect symbol of sport fusion and innovation, paying tribute to one of London and the Premiership’s most famous football clubs.

COMPETITION TIME 

Fancy getting your hand on one of these beauties, well it’s easy. All you need to do is follow us at Twitter @Clothesmakeman OR Facebook @facebook.com/ClothesMakeTheMan OR Instagram @Clothesmakeman

Do this by Sunday 31st August and hey presto a few days later you will receive a gift from us and Rotary Watches to you. It’s that simple ! Good luck.

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It’s getting HOT in here …..- Smart Weave Shirting Technology essential for this weather

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Tony Blair, will be remembered for many things, OK bad aswell as Good, but we all remember him for the above image, getting a lil hot under the collar. I mean have we ever seen the ever cool Barack Obama, President of the USA, displaying soggy pits, I think not.

On a more relevant and everyday sorta level, some of the many reasons people, in ever increasing numbers, are taking to their bikes and cycling to work include enjoying the outdoors, saving on transportation costs, exercise and not having to deal with the grind of the daily traffic or the joys of public transport. One of the downfalls however, is that the physical exersion of a bike ride can cause you to break a sweat which leads to less than professional appearance.

imageThis Summer we’ve seen temperatures soars, you don’t need the extra hassle of taking a change of clothes to work but with a SmartWeave Shirt, you can now jump off your bike and arrive at your desk feeling fresh and confident without having to change. The 100% cotton premium shirt uses a new, innovative technology that prevents both sweat marks and stains from appearing so that you can feel confident and relaxed all day long. The modern shirts are extremely comfortable and come in a variety of both classic and contemporary designs and fits so they can be worn in the boardroom or with friends and family on the weekend.

imageSo how does it work, shirt makers use cotton as it is the softest and most comfortable fabric to wear. A normal cotton fabric saturates easily and dries slowly, resulting in awkward sweat marks appearing. Experts at SmartWeave were determined to end this problem and after 8 years of research and development ‘SmartWeave’ Technology has been created.

‘SmartWeave’ draws perspiration away from the skin, and via a pre-set route, transports it across the shirt’s inner surface. The moisture is spread very finely over a large surface area, encouraging it to dry quickly, keeping you feeling fresh throughout the day.

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