Thursday, November 29, 2007

BRINGING SOMETHING FRESH TO THE VALLEY'S TASTEMAKERS

Let’s warm up and look cool guys with Drykorn from Germany. Leather is washed and shrunken complimenting the vintage style of the jacket. The fit is lean, modern and super soft. It’s perfect for our Arizona nights out on the town. Stop in and check out all of our new arrivals.

pictured above
Endovanera Solid Henley $68
Endovanera Tailored Vest $145
Bing Bang Jewelry - Sterling silver anchor Necklace $276
DryKorn Leather Jacket $815

Friday, November 23, 2007

INTRODUCING ENDOVANERA! A NEW BEGINNING

Even before you see the clothes, Los Angeles menswear label Endovanera (sounds like, but not limited to, "end of an era") has the makings of an all-American classic. Founded in 2005 by David Michael Hershberger and Mitch Moseley, the fledgling label can be traced back to an old Costa Mesa boathouse-turned-studio where Hershberger spent his time hand-sewing custom jeans and where the two designers had their first serendipitous meeting. "The modern design world has really begun to rely on computers for their design process," Mosely says. "To me, it is kind of like the difference between a DJ spinning on vinyl and spinning on a laptop. The laptop gets the point across but vinyl is just so much more real—it has more personality."

Stripe low crew $60
Solid Henley $68
Tailored Vest $145

POUR LA VICTOIRE-BRAZILIAN SHOES WITH A FRENCH TWIST

Pour La Victoire's objective has been to create shoes that transcend age and appeal more to a state of mind than a specific demographic. The company's co-founder David Giordano feels strongly that the shoe industry is long overdue for an exciting new concept that is not a repeat of other successful brands. Pour La Victoire is the shoe for the 20th century Marie Antoinette, a shopaholic's dream come true-a fashionable, well-made shoe at a great price. $165

Monday, November 19, 2007

HESSELBERG ARMY BY RUDOLF DASSLER


An innovative Dassler take on the classic basketball style, the nylon Hesselberg Army features a Bomber inspired army-green upper with orange lining. The hexagon badge logo and its style number are applied with stitching and embroidery details for an authentic vintage statement. $125.00

Saturday, November 17, 2007

STREET SMARTS

JUST IN-NIKE VANDAL LOW PREMIUM - Take it to the hoop! A classic court low-top gives you premium street-appeal with retro styling in luxurious leather. Ill pair of kicks at $85

Wednesday, November 14, 2007

"IT'S ALL FOR NOTHING IF YOU DONT HAVE FREEDOM!" Willam Wallace

The fashion world is having another fling with Scottish tartan, presently seen as sneakers or a vintage tam-o-shanter. The couple above, seen in Paris last month, were slipcovered in tartan, including their luggage. The man at right is wearing a trompe l'oeil kilt that was actually a bath towel bought at a Woolworth's in Edinburgh. He was at a Scottish dance at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York last week, where many of the guests, bottom row, were wearing tartan clothes. The same week, there was a party for the book Tartan: Romancing the Plaid at Saks Fifth Avenue with the authors, left, Doria de La Chapelle, seated, and Jeffrey Banks.

Get in touch with your inner Braveheart! Nike Ballerina Flats Tartan and Velvet $50.00

Sunday, November 11, 2007

MORE SMOKE & MIRRORS

Tina Silk Blouse 100% Silk $ 198.00
Sally Bubble Skirt 100% Wool $ 255.00

Mable Dress 100% Silk $ 325.00
Bing Bang Jewelry 14k gold Skull Necklace $230.00
Bing Bang Jewelry designed by Anna Sheffield out of New York City. Anna is originally from New Mexico where the stark environs provided the basis for her simple, unembellished aesthetic.

Babe Dress 100% Silk $ 315.00
All items hand crafted with Love in Los Angeles, CA. USA!

Friday, November 9, 2007

MENSWEAR MUST HAVES-GET IT STRAIGHT GENTS

Here's what's happening and I'm not just saying so, it is.
2 key elements are going down masculine tailoring and luxury, classic silhouettes and fitted tailoring. Here's the top 5 season must haves.

Crisp White Shirt. As timeless as it is essential. Every guy needs one. Clean and simple can be dressed up or worn ( tucked in guys ) with jeans and a great jacket to look modern and sophisticated. Recommend - Drykorn for beautiful people - German precision tailoring

Dark Straight Jeans. Always a staple of any mans wardrobe, denim is evolving into a cleaner dressier look. Don't worry you can still pair it with a great tee for a more casual appearance. Pair it back with that crisp white shirt, jacket and the night is yours!
The brilliance of this jean is in its ability to be worn so many ways without looking like a mish mash of trends. Key point - Style over trend. Recommend - Acne - Raw denim Mic Fit

Cashmere Sweater. The epitome of luxe. Get a v-neck or cardigan in grey and it will last you years and is above trend. Again, effortless in its adaptability, it can be worn with your favorite jeans and a tee or add it to the pieces we mentioned above.
Not sure if you're following along but I see a total look emerging here, one that will gain you all the right kind of attention. Recommend- Loden Dager Cashmere VNeck Sweater
The Blazer- Another must have in every guys wardrobe. Either as a suit or paired back with jeans. Always go for a dark color, yes, we want to look slim too, ladies. You can rock this and go anywhere with the white shirt and jeans. Classic, masculine, and timeless.
Recommend- Loden Dager Brushed Twill Blazer

Great Shoes- Of course, you've heard it before your shoes are often the first thing people notice. That job interview, your date and so on. Here we are going to suggest an update on the trainer, fusing luxury materials, great craftsmanship, and traditional menswear shapes vs the bright colored attention grabbing sneaker trend of the past few years. Recommend - Alexander McQueen for Puma

There you have it!

Tuesday, November 6, 2007

KICK, PUSH & ROAST

Lux Coffee Bar on Central Ave. will display the exhibit "Decks" until the end of November

Stop by Lux from now until the end of November for a cup of their hand crafted, 100% organic espresso blend coffee and a superior hand made scone or fresh quiche of the day while peeping the art show "Deck". The second annual exhibit is the creation of Mike Goodwin and Kenneth Richardson, a k a the Molten Brothers. The 07 version of "Decks" features some 200 local and national artists showcasing a variety of different mediums on skateboard decks (without wheels) ready to adorn the walls of any progressive pad.
Lux is known for coffee, community and art. Each month the Central Phoenix hipster hotspot features a new exhibit within its gallery like space. Lux features coffee roasted in house daily along with an assortment of home made baked goods (so good), free Wi-Fi and a fresh lineup of local DJs on Friday morning...and of course art.

Where: 4404 N Central Ave Phoenix, AZ 85012
602.696.9976 Open daily from 7am until 10pm