CLOTHES MAKE THE MAN

Triumph Heritage is a contemporary menswear collection born from the rich history of Triumph Motorcycles. A British icon globally revered, the Triumph Motorcycles brand has transcended the world, becoming adored and adorned by riders, non-riders, stars of the screen and style icons. Triumph Heritage is the collection that funnels 120 years of knowledge and prestige into quality pieces for the everyday wardrobe.

The Triumph Heritage design team has delved into the archives to take inspiration from defining moments, visuals and stories that elevated the brand to the forefront of the industry to stand the test of time. From Desert Sled racing tops to iconic advertising graphics like the much-loved leaping tiger motif, which first emerged in a 1950s T110 Johnson Motors advertising, claiming that riding the bike was like riding a leaping tiger due to its high speeds.

This season they have introduced the Tiger Camo collection, including of bold mix of moto-inspired jackets, gilets, bags and hats. Hero pieces from the collection include;

Dodger High-Pile Fleece

This versatile full-zip fleece jacket offers functionality and warmth, throw it over anything for an extra layer of elevated style. Finished off with Triumph Heritage embroidered badge on the front. Constructed from a 100% polyester high-pile fleece with a soft air-mesh lining for comfort and breathability.

Sykes Fleece Gilet

Constructed in a bold tiger camo print with a soft air-mesh lining for comfort and breathability. Finished off with a Triumph Heritage embroidered badge on front.

Luxury French Fashion House, AGNÈS B. and French packamac brand, K-WAY collaborate on their first exclusive capsule catering for all the family and has been a long time trusted and favourite of Agnès herself.

The story of K-Way began in Paris, 1965. Leon-Claude Duhamel observed, one rainy day, attentively as people rush about in soaking wet clothing.  It was this this very day that K-Way was born: a lightweight, completely waterproof jacket that can be folded away into a small hip bag. agnès b. and K-Way, historic fashion brands born in Paris, announces the launch of their first collaboration. The collection features four iconic windbreakers: three for adults, available in three different graphics, and one for children, adorned with stars motifs.

Classic, functional, and colorful, characterized by its iconic tricolor zip, K-Way Le Vrai windbreakers meet agnès b.’s signature pattern. A special project where each item dances effortlessly between classic black and white hues. The timeless K-Way Claude model, born in 1965, seamlessly blends style with practicality. Bringing forth a cascade of stripes, stars, and dots in the wind and rain, this collaboration pays homage to agnès b.’s iconic graphics.

Stars and strips play a key role in this collaboration and that is no coincidence. Stripes first appeared at agnès b. in 1977 in the form of T-shirts cut from thick cotton canvas. Sailor shirts, the heartbeat of the brand’s success, flaunt wide and fine stripes in changing hues, celebrating seasons with enduring charm.

Now the stars, found in the women’s, men’s and children’s collections, is one of agnès b’s favourite symbols. Many artists have used it in their work and on stage.

Add to this a playful polka dot has always inspired agnès b.’s designs, shifting effortlessly from small to large, colored to monochrome. Each collection sees a new interpretation, a testament to the designer’s creativity.

Agnès b. and K-Way set the stage for a season of style, and weather-proof elegance. Driven by a shared desire to pass on their passion for fashion, the two brands have been able to stand the test of time thanks to the timeless style of their creations. Get ready to make a statement with this collaboration where fashion meets functionality.

Rotary Watches, a watch brand with a rich heritage dating back to 1895, has introduced the Limited Edition RW-1895 Chronograph, a remarkable timepiece that reimagines Aquaplunge, a beloved 1960s classic, with the incorporation of an innovative meca-quartz movement.

Rotary’s decision to reinvent the Aquaplunge reflects the current trend for celebrating vintage watches.  What sets the RW-1895 Chronograph apart is its innovative meca-quartz movement. This movement combines the precision of quartz with a mechanical module for the chronograph, delivering a blend of accuracy and dependability within a sleek and slim profile. What better way to feature this innovative movement than in this much loved classic.

The collection consists of three models in total, two with bracelets and one on a premium leather strap.

Specifications for the RW-1895 Chronograph Meca-quartz include that it is Limited to 500 pieces (each model), has a Movement: Meca-Quartz (VK64), a Dial: Matte with printed luminescent indexes and hands, is Water Resistance: 100m and Special Features: Tube crown for added character and functionality.

From sky-scraping cities to the cars of tomorrow, the advent of AI technology is helping users imagine what the future could shape up to look like.

But what will we be wearing on our feet? Will the entire construct of footwear fashion as we know it today be altered? 

With this in mind, leading UK footwear retailer schuh have taken a look at how artificial intelligence and its technological capabilities could mould the trainers of tomorrow.  

Step into the future with these fashion-forward developments. 

Current trail-blazing advancements   

In recent years, trainers have come a long way from being mere functional items to complete fashion statements and enablers of athletic achievement.

Amberley Freeman, Buyer at schuh, commented on the strides (figuratively and literally) made in trainer fashion: “Recent improvements in materials, design and functionality have really upped the wearing experience for trainer fans.

“One development has been the use of smart fabrics and cushioning technologies which enhance breathability, flexibility and durability for wearers. These can adapt to the wearer’s movements, ensuring optimum comfort whether working out or simply sporting a vibe.”   

While this gives us some clues about how trainers may evolve, we turned to the power of AI to help us analyse current trends, consumer preferences and tech trajectories to provide informed predictions about the trainers of tomorrow. 

What will the trainers of the future look like?   

Schuh asked ChatGPT what we could expect to find and summarised their findings below:   

Advanced Biomechanics   

Expect to see factors like biomechanical customisation where trainers are tailored to the unique properties of each wearer. This could include 3D printing technology which creates personalised insoles based on an individual’s gait and foot structure.   

These may be further enhanced by adaptive ‘SMART’ materials which respond to the conditions you’re experiencing. Imagine New Balance trainers which adjust their insulation or breathability based on temperature or humidity.   

Trainers with their own micro-climate? Count us in for that!  

Increased sustainability   

With 25 to 34-year-olds owning nine pairs of trainers on average, sustainability is a pressing concern. Fortunately, brands such as Adidas and HOFF are already making a mark, delivering the same on-trend kick in an eco-friendly way.   

Expect sustainability to stay at the forefront of footwear fashion with eco-conscious fabrics such as recycled and organic cotton and sustainably harvested wild rubber.   

Intuitive technology  

Over 1.4 million people use health and fitness apps such as MyFitnessPal and Strava daily. Expect this to be integrated into the trainer-wearing experience.  

Imagine, for instance, augmented reality (AR) overlays that provide real-time performance feedback, guiding wearers on proper running techniques or suggesting personalised workout routines.   

Or, how about trainers loaded with smart sensors that monitor heart rate and calories burned? An increased emphasis on health and well-being will likely find a way into the future trainer, aligning with modern consumer tastes.  

When Nike launched their sensor kit in partnership with Apple back in 2006, fitness fanatics and technophiles alike couldn’t believe what they were witnessing. This breakthrough was a world first but, now we’re considering something so truly spectacular, and it could be right around the corner.   

As our best-loved brands continue to innovate and push the boundaries of what’s possible, the future of trainers holds exciting promise.   

New technology will likely bring a new blend of style, comfort and functionality with the option to build-in fitness apps and other tracking sensors to track health benefits and other stats.   

Until then, lace up and walk confidently into the new era of trainer innovation.

With the highly anticipated Oscars awards ceremony coming this month, movie-buffs all over the world are curious to see whether their favourites will receive just a nomination, or scoop up a much-coveted trophy. 

However, while there are a plethora of highly-sought after nomination categories for our onscreen heroes to battle it out for, interestingly, there isn’t one for the most awkward movies to watch with your family…

Eager to help people avoid an awkward family night in 2024, experts have compared various “awks” factors, such as the number of scenes featuring sex and nudity, the number of people who rated those scenes as ‘severe’ and the number of swear words used, in order to reveal the most awkward movie to watch with family.

Top 10 most awkward movies to watch with your family

Despite the many controversial scenes from 2023’s Saltburn causing much debate at the end of last year, the film, starring Barry Keoghan and Jacob Elordi, didn’t even claim a place within the top five, with the award for the most awkward movie to watch with your family going to The Wolf of Wall Street, with an overall awkwardness score of 9.5/10. 

A whopping 2,869 people rated the sex and nudity scenes throughout the movie as ‘severe’, equating to 91% of the overall reviews on IMDb, proving that the movie is definitely one to avoid on family film night. It also had the highest number of swear words used out of all movies in the study, 687.

In joint second place, with a total awkwardness score of 8.2/10, are the movies Don Jon and Magic Mike. While the latter has seven more scenes featuring sex and nudity, those were rated as being ‘severe’ by just 90 people, amounting to 54% of the people who left a review on IMDb. Interestingly, twice as many people gave Don Jon’s 11 sex and nudity scenes that same rating, which goes to show that this may be one to avoid at your next family movie night! 

Having been awarded a total score of 7.4/10, fourth place goes to the book to movie adaptation of Fifty Shades of Grey. This rather raunchy movie’s seven scenes featuring sex and nudity were rated as ‘severe’ by 77% of the viewers who left a review on IMDb. In terms of swear words, though, the movie had the lowest count out of all movies examined, only nine.

And rounding up the top five, with an awkwardness score of 7.1/10, is the star-studded movie A Star is Born (2018). A total of 189 swear words were used throughout the 2 hours and 15 minutes movie duration. And its six sex and nudity scenes earned a ‘severe’ rating from a total of 190 people (494 less than Fifty Shades of Grey), which might make a family watch quite uncomfortable. lease find the complete dataset of all 15 movies analysed .