Fashion

CITIZENS OF FARAH

Filed in Fashion by Toni Ogle at 14.40pm on 30 January 12

Launched back in the early 1920's, the Farah brand has associated itself with numerous subcultures, and 92 years later in 2012 people are still blending Farah clothing into their own unique style.

Citizens of Farah is a project created by the Farah team which called out to Farah fans worldwide to take part in a Spring/Summer 2012 campaign shoot, bringing together an assorted blend of styles from around the globe. 11 finalists were then chosen to be the face of the campaign, representing the brand's diversity.

What's really exciting is that you can get involved with the Citizens of Farah project yourself and even have the opportunity to appear in their next campaign! Simply visit their space in Boxpark pop up mall in East London. Have your photo taken in your finest Farah attire, then find and tag yourself in their facebook collage, how exciting!

http://www.farah.co.uk
SUPREMEBEING SS12 COLLECTION

Filed in Fashion by Roz at 16.35pm on 23 January 12
Supremebeing Spring Summer 2012 Collection from Supremebeing Ltd on Vimeo.

Released this February, SUPREMEBEING have announced their Spring/Summer 2012 collection featuring subtrends ‘Faded Future’ and ‘The Wash’.

Featured is a typically English summer line. Casual cruise wear is infused with urban influences where suede deck shoes meet crisp denim structures, subtle vintage tees meet bright geeky anoraks and bespoke fabrics meet high design quality. Nautical details, washed out hues & a host of graphics and patterns referencing the English Riviera appear through the collection, with bold hand drawn stripes, knotted rope belts, lightweight knits & graphically subverted coastal scenes feature brilliantly throughout.

References to athletes and sporting heritage provide a nostalgic view in celebration of London 2012 Olympics.

http://www.supremebeing.com
STEP INTO SPRING IN TWO THIRDS

Filed in Fashion by Toni Ogle at 17.33pm on 13 January 12

Founded in 2010 in San Sebastian, Spain, this surf-inspired street label set out to create stylish, high quality clothing in sustainable fabrics. In being so close to the coast, TWOTHIRDS feel very connected to the ocean and this passion translates clearly through their designs. Their latest take on the classic Breton top for example sees strong inspiration from the ocean. Not only is this top cool and simple, but it's here just in time for spring to fit in nicely with the nautical trend that pops up year after year! You really can't go wrong with wearing a Breton top in summer!

Despite leaving the initial styling of the classic alone, TWOTHIRDS have stuck to their ethical values and made the tops using 100% organic cottons and natural dyes - and it is for this reason that these particular Breton designs stand out. Available in white or imperial blue, they'll go with, well, pretty much anything! Male or female, wear them loosely over jeans, or tight and tucked in. The style limitations of this classic design is endless.

Not ready to move your wardrobe through into spring yet? Why not try out the TWOTHIRDS Mendaxa jacket? Sustainability tested by Bluesign, the Mendaxa jacket is specifically designed to protect you from the elements and is particularity perfect for keeping off English weather! Our personal favourite here at Artrocker is the navy blue option, however you should also check out 'storm grey'!
BEN SHERMAN: LONDON TO TOKYO

Filed in Fashion by Roz at 8.32am on 10 January 12

Combining the classic British gentlemen's modern retro styling with the sense of Japanese sleekism and innovation, BEN SHERMAN have reworked their previous collection for a summer inspired, chic cruise collection, uniting the East and West.

This holiday wardrobe, also inspired by 60s styling, features deck chair striping contrasted with hand-drawn Japanese art, casual and relaxed knitwear staples, structured summer jackets and chinos and of course, centred around the focus of the collection; the checked shirt. Bold shirts and bright florals enhance the casual cruise-wear whilst gingham fabrics are reconstructed for the contemporary man.

Keep your eyes peeled for the up and coming collection, in the meantime, check out our favourite outfits for the ever looming season.
http://www.bensherman.com
APRIL 77 x CALLA

Filed in Fashion by Roz at 11.25am on 04 January 12

French brand April 77 and Canadian designer Calla Haynes have proven to be the perfect combination after joining forces to create a high – end, psychedelic and yet modern collection for women SS12. Although sticking with April 77’s cult denim silhouettes, the collection is smothered in Calla’s cool all-over bold digital prints creating what the two brands like to call ‘Romantic Rights’ – “a vision that is both romantic and very rock and roll”.

“For the print designs, I imagined a girl, in love, at a summer music festival and how she feels. I tried to communicate the head, the nature and the music in abstract patterns.” Calla Haynes.

Get your hands on these beautiful garments yourself by visiting April 77 online at http://www.april77-shop.com or by heading over to http://www.asos.com. Alternatively visit one of April 77’s stores worldwide.

In The Magazine

ARTROCKER MAGAZINE ISSUE 118 - ON SALE NOW!

We celebrate one of our all-time fave bands and Artrocker friends The Black Keys with an exclusive interview, photos by the legendary Gavin Watson AND a look back at their first-ever cover feature from 2004! Also: The KLF revisited! New photos, new interviews, new mysteries! PLUS - We chat with the top 10 invading Maccabees, while Atari Teenage Riot bring on the revolution - AND Over 100 records reviewed!