2013年9月19日星期四

Paul Smith and Todd McLellan for Salone Del Mobile 2013

Coinciding with this year’s Salone Del Mobile, Paul Smith’s Milan shop hosted the launch of Todd McLellan’s mesmerizing book ‘Things Come Apart’.
As the international design set visit Milan for the world's largest furniture fair, Paul Smith's Via Manzoni shop stepped into the spirit with the launch of the book, which unveils the intricacy of some of the world's most iconic products.
 
Normally specialising in automotive photography, in the book, in vivid detail, he disassembles mechanical relics such as the typewriter and modern gadgets such as the iPad, Paul Smith bags 2013 before laying them out and photographing them in meticulously organised arrangements. Now all Paul Smith Courier Bags that remains is to piece everything back Paul Smith Belts together!
 
'Things Come Apart' is available from Paul paul smith mini cooper bag Smith's Milan shop from the now to the 26th May 2013. In addition, six prints from the book will be on sale exclusively Paul Smith school bags at Paul Smith Milan.

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Paul Smith The British Collection Spring Summer 14 Presentation

Paul Smith debuts The British Collection, spring/summer 14 at London Collections: Men.
Nowhere is Paul Smith's deftness for modernising sartorial classics more prominent than in the Paul Smith London collection, where each season suits and formal outerwear are given the Paul Smith treatment. Within Paul Smith London sits The British Collection, a capsule of pieces expertly crafted using British made cloth.

"Every season we make several men's collections" Paul explains, "the catwalk collection which is shown in Paris twice a year, the PS Paul Smith Wash Bag by Paul Smith collection, Paul Smith Jeans and Paul Smith London. The British Collection, Paul Smith Courier Bags a section Paul Smith Purses within the London line, uses cloth made by a Yorkshire mill established in 1910 called 'Clissold' . At Clissold they're able to weave bespoke fabrics for Paul Smith designed uniquely in house with a versatility that many other mills don't have the ability to do. The construction of our suits always mixes tradition and modernity and with Clissold we're able to combine unique cloths with contemporary cut."

Every season in The British Collection traditional fabrics are updated; paul smith bags the pin-dot, the herringbone, the pinstripe, the overcheck. Pioneering techniques in fabric construction enable these perennial classics to be reimagined; the traditional overcheck is engineered into the weave to play with scale; the pinstripe encapsulates the vibrant colour synonymous with Paul Smith but with subtlety and a deft touch; and the herringbone is jacquarded across the full repeat of the cloth to hint at an paul smith mini cooper bag icon of British design.
 
Details have taken inspiration from conventional bespoke construction with elements of modernity added through pops of colour in under collar meltons and unique trims. The making of a luxury suit is in the fabric and in this collection every stitch that's made celebrates the inherent beauty of the cloth.

Taking place from Sunday 16th to Tuesday 18th June, London Collections: Men will debut the spring/summer 14 men's collections from some of the world's most established fashion houses as well as the industry's most exciting emerging designers. With the essence of British tailoring stitched into Paul Smith and woven into the cloth of every suit, LC:M offers the perfect opportunity to present the spring/summer 14 British Collection.
 

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Paul Smith at the Design Museum

Welcome to the world of Paul Smith.
From this November, London's Design Museum invites you into the world of fashion designer Paul Smith, a world of creation, inspiration, collaboration, wit and beauty. Looking to the future as well as celebrating his career to paul smith holdall date, Paul Smith Wash Bag the exhibition will reference Paul Smith's influences and fashion designs, charting the rise of one of the world's leading fashion brands.
 
Drawing on Paul's personal archive, from the company's beginnings in Nottingham to its international prominence today, "Hello, my name is Paul Smith" will explore how the designer's unique creative intuition together with an understanding of the roles Paul Smith iPhone 5 Case of designer and retailer, have laid the foundations for the company's lasting success and offer a unique insight into the magnificent mind of Paul Smith.
 
From humble beginnings in a Paris hotel suite in 1976, the company now shows seasonally in London and Paris Paul Smith school bags fashion weeks and includes fourteen different collections. As a result, and in spite of its scale, Paul Smith has retained something unique, a personal touch. The exhibition will showcase and celebrate the brand through collections selected by Paul. The different stages of design and production will be explored, offering a rich insight Paul Smith Courier Bags into his design process and highlighting how the principles of traditional craftsmanship of tailoring and techniques are retained but given a contemporary edge.
 
A book published by Rizzoli, will also be released to coincide with the exhibition. 
 

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2013年9月5日星期四

Barbour jackets revies

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I went into the shop to purchase a liner for my Beaufort, (I didn't think I needed one when it was purchased, I wear tons of layers), and the sales person was ladies barbour jacket very helpful. My Beaufort was purchased back in the fall of 2004, when barbour jacket sale I was a fresher at university, so it has a snap liner. The sales person said that the new Beaufort changed to a zip in liner in 2006 and that they no longer carried the snap-in liner. Once inquiring, the sales person called the outlet to see if they had any, and unfortunately they didn't. Even though I could not purchase a liner, the sales associates were very helpful and kind.

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I have been to this Barbour two times now: first to buy a Beaufort and then to purchase a Liddesdale.

The first time was a barbour international jacket very good experience with a blonde mid-thirties salesmen I believe was named Scott who answered all of my questions and helped me look for the right jacket and explained everything barbour jacket sale very clearly as if I didn't know a thing about Barbour. In short, very very helpful and warm. He also offered me the student discount which was nice since I had no idea barbourjacketsaleuk.biz there was one.

*However, they were out of the color I wanted so I had to settle for a dark olive.

The second time (today) I was met by a younger brown haired man and two awkward blonde saleswomen who seemed to have nothing to do but stare obnoxiously. They were once again out of the color I wanted and so I had to have one ordered to my adress which was another hassle. The brown-haired gentleman seemed to answer every one of my questions somewhat pretentiously which was incredibly annoying. However they did not charge me for shipping since I had come to ladies barbour jacket the store (that's right!).

They have to restock more frequently and need somewhat more amiable salespeople but all in all the visits were okay.

EDIT: I'm adding a star because mens barbour jacket the jacket was delivered the next day with a very kindly hand-written note thanking me for shopping at their store.  Nice details like that are always appreciated.

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Where to buy barbour jeackets

This British brand, Barbour, has been producing clothes "perfectly suited for life in the great outdoors" since 1894, mens barbour jacket including a complete line of "Original British barbour jacket sale Country Clothing;" barbourjacketsaleuk.biz a classic selection of British country apparel, sweaters, boots, scarves, caps, bags and other accessories.
It is mostly conservative hunting inspired clothing but you can also find great wardrobe staples....sweaters, ladies barbour jacket pants and button downs.

It is def. not trendy by any means.

A barbour international jacket favorite, almost since the inception of the company, is the durable wax jacket which comes with a lifetime guarantee and can be returned at any time for re-waxing, repairs or alteration. PRETTY AMAZING STUFF!!!!

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2013年9月4日星期三

Timberland appoints Timo Schmidt-Eisenhart as President

Timberland announces the promotion of Timo Schmidt-Eisenhart following the retirement fur timberland boots of Richard O’Rourke cheap timberlands shoes as Senior Vice President of International.
Timo Schmidt- Eisenhart becomes President of Timberland EMEA, the newly formed top position under the VF Corporation management. The promotion is effective immediately. He will be reporting directly to Karl Heinz Salzburger, Vice President VF Corporation and Group President International.

Schmidt–Eisenhart has been with the VF group since 2007, working on the Timberland brand since June 2012. Throughout this time, Schmidt-Eisenhart has demonstrated strong leadership skills and been responsible driving strong results for Timberland EMEA as a whole, including managing the transition of the Timberland business into the VF portfolio.

His passion, leadership and business knowledge is key to the continued development of Timberland’s growth strategy in the timberland boots sale Outdoor Lifestyle market, routed in men’s footwear, apparel and women’s footwear.

I am deeply honoured by the opportunity to expand the brand’s presence and leverage the VF platform to fuel its growth. There is momentum in this brand, rich in heritage black timberland boots and tradition that this year is celebrating its 40th anniversary. I look forward to the challenge and to working with a timberland store talented team that has such strong values of humanity, integrity and excellence. - Timo Schmidt-Eisenhart

Timberland would like to thank Richard O’Rourke for his contribution to the brand over the last 23 years. His commitment and leadership has been unparalleled.

About Timberland

Timberland, a wholly owned subsidiary of VF Corporation, is a global leader in the design, engineering and marketing of premium-quality footwear, apparel and accessories for consumers who value the outdoors and their time in it.

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Wyclef Jean Timberland partnership to fuse music, product

The cheap timberlands shoes Timberland Company announced a partnership with globally renowned Grammy Award-winning musician, humanitarian, and Goodwill Ambassador to Haiti, Wyclef Jean. Wyclef is one of six Earthkeeper Heroes within the black timberland boots company's 2009 Earthkeepers program, which aims to catalyze a movement of environmental and social activists. A first for both Wyclef Jean and Timberland, this innovative partnership will fuse music, product, digital and social media, service events and concerts to motivate and inspire consumers to take action in protecting the environment.

This new alliance is grounded in a shared commitment to the environment and a passion for improving communities throughout the world. In 2005, Wyclef founded Yele Haiti to build global awareness for Haiti while helping to transform the timberland boots sale country through programs in education, sports, the arts and environment. Similarly, Timberland has long advocated global social justice and environmental stewardship, planting more than one million trees and greening 300 communities throughout the world.

"It is not common to find an agreement between an individual and a corporation with so many altruistic synergies. I am truly humbled and excited to begin our journey together. Timberland is not only a brand I have worn as long as I can remember, but now I feel I have gained a friend in Jeff [Swartz, Timberland's President and CEO] and the respect of what is beyond a brand. I have the utmost respect for what he and his company stand for not only in its legacies but in its future. I am looking forward to making change together," says Wyclef Jean.

"Wyclef is a real-life Earthkeeper who shares our purpose and passion," says Timberland President timberland store and CEO Jeff Swartz. "The work he's doing in Haiti is a reminder that we all have the power to inspire change - and that joining forces may lead to even greater accomplishments. Between his fans and our customers, you can expect to see big things from this collaboration."

Timberland and Wyclef officially kicked off their partnership last night at an event at WNYC Radio's street-level broadcast studio, The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space. The evening began with an interview by environmental justice advocate and founder of Sustainable South Bronx, Majora Carter, as part of The Greene Space's "NEXT New York Conversation" series, sponsored by HSBC, "The World's Local Bank." The interview will air later this month on public radio's The Promised Land. The interview was followed by a celebration of all Earthkeeper Heroes, highlighted by a live Wyclef performance during which he played new music from his forthcoming album, Wyclef Jean (Carnival House/Columbia/Sony Music) slated for a March 2010 release.

The launch continues this weekend with a "Dig It" tree planting event at Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx. "Dig It" is an extension of Timberland's Earthkeeper Network and commitment to urban greening and community building. Throughout 2009 and 2010, Wyclef will participate in several Timberland "Dig It" events around the U.S. and Europe, including a service event at West Philadelphia High School on November 5 and a tree nursery project in his native Haiti. The events will bring together eco-minded activists, musicians and communities through tree fur timberland boots planting, education and music.

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Timberland to outfit all filmmakers at Sundance Film Festival

This month, The Timberland Company stakes another claim to its coveted title as the Official Footwear and Outerwear Sponsor of one of the most acclaimed film events in the world – the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. For the third consecutive year, Timberland will be on-hand to provide attendees protection against the outdoor elements throughout the Festival, which takes place in Park City, Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Sundance, Utah from January 20 - 30.

As part of its sponsorship, Timberland will supply more than 320 filmmakers and programmers with exclusive co-branded "Filmmaker Jackets" and premium winter boots from the ever-popular Timberland Earthkeepers and timberland boots sale outdoor performance lines. Featured waterproof boot styles such as the Washington Summit Mid for men and Earthkeepers Mount Holly Tall Lace Duck Boot for women are ideal for Festival-goers who want to keep warm, and do so in style. Not forgetting about those important individuals behind-the-scenes who keep the fur timberland boots Festival running, 2,200 pairs of rugged winter gloves from Timberland will be distributed to Festival volunteers and black timberland boots staff.

The most important on-site activation for the brand is The Timberland Retreat, a consumer-facing booth located at the Festival Co-op, 625 Main Street (opposite Sundance House Presented by HP, at the Kimball Art Center). The Timberland Retreat – open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., from Friday, January 21 until Saturday, January 29 – will showcase rugged and stylish outdoor footwear and apparel offerings, including a preview of 2011 Earthkeepers footwear for men and women. Consumers who stop by The Timberland Retreat will have the chance to participate in daily giveaways, which will include organic cotton tote bags, stainless-steel tumblers, sunglasses, ear warmers, hats, scarves, and multiple $150 gift cards.

Anyone wishing to purchase Timberland winter gear in Park City can visit the Timberland concept shop at Park City Clothing Company (558 Main Street), which will be fully stocked with the brand's best outdoor offerings.

"In the heart of the rugged Wasatch Mountains, Park City is a diamond-in-the-rough, with a unique spirit and style that sets it apart from its Rocky Mountain sister communities," said Maile Buker, Senior Director of Marketing for Timberland North America – and former Park City resident. "Timberland celebrates the independence that Park City and the Sundance Film Festival both share. We look forward to bringing our own unique sense of outdoor spirit and style to keep locals, visitors and filmmakers protected, cheap timberlands shoes comfortable and looking great, this winter and all year long."

As a company that is passionate about the outdoors and about protecting it for future generations, dozens of Timberland-branded recycling bins located throughout the Festival site will help visitors and patrons do their part to timberland store keep Park City looking its best. Timberland is also proud to be a partner in the Festival's green efforts, providing assistance for hauling and recycling in Park City.
 

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