Categories / Art and Photography, Men's Fashion, Music, Women's Fashion

Swinging Carnaby Weekend

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On 13th and 14th June Carnaby Street will be revisiting the era with which it is synonymous with Swinging Carnaby, a weekend of events and promotions celebrating the 60s.

The street will host a range of 60s inspired activities with highlights including complimentary 60s style makeovers courtesy of MAC and Pix!, style advise on dressing like Twiggy in the Beauty Lounge and archive displays from that period from Lee Jeans, Van’s, Fred Perry and Hilfiger Denim. DJS will be playing in many of the stores, whilst live bands with a retro influence will play from a stage at the corner of Carnaby and Broadwick Streets.

The weekend also offers another opportunity to see Philip Townsend’s photography exhibition “Sorry you Missed The 60s” and Art Vinyl will host an exhibition of iconic album artwork from the period.

For further information on the Swinging Carnaby weekend, visit the Carnaby website.

Categories / Men's Fashion

1960s Brutus Trimfit shirts return

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First seen in 1966, the Brutus Trimfit shirt is back in time for the summer of 2009.

The shirts pack all that classic 1960s detailing of a slim fit, bold collar size button sleeves and a box pleat in the back, available in the first instance in a choice of tartan, black gingham or blue gingham.

The Brutus Trimfit website has recently gone online, offering you the chance to pre-register your interest in buying one, two or all of the colour variations, just enter your details at the site and you'll get an email when the shirts are available to pick up – which should be in the not-too-distant future. See over the page for more images.

Find out more at the Brutus Trimfit website

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Categories / Men's Fashion

Gama Clothing 1960s Clubs t-shirts by Gary Crowley

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Gama Clothing has produced a range of t-shirts featuring iconic 60s clubs and other institutions of the decade.

The GCT's are 'designed' by DJ and broadcaster Gary Crowley, although as most of the logos are pulled from original 60s artwork, I'm not sure how much designing was actually done – although he has picked the designs that feature on the shirts and overseen development of the range to be fair.

Regardless of that, the shirts are certainly eye-catching and worth a look for your summer hols, with The Marquee, the Flamingo, The Scene and The International Times being the first of the limited edition designs for sale. You can buy all of those from 1st June 2009, priced at £20. See over for more images.

Gama Clothing website

Via Modculture

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Categories / Cars and Bikes, Men's Fashion

Quoc Pham retro-styled cycling shoes

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Cycle to work, but don't want to take an extra pair of shoes? Check out these newly-launched Quoc Pham cycling shoes.

British made, the shoes are designed to fit the gap between cycling footwear and casual shoes, with a tapered shape to fit inside a pedal cage, but with enough style to catch the eye when you're walking about during the day.

Made from what's described as 'the finest materials around' and in various finishes (including a patent leather), they should be available in the non-too-distant future for…well, we're not sure about the price as yet.

Quoc Pham website

Via Selectism

Categories / Men's Fashion

Adidas 3 Stripes Trefoil t-shirt

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A timeless classic that's been around for more years than the majority of us – the Adidas 3 Stripes Trefoil t-shirt.

I certainly had similar ones as a kid and that's no surprise – these t-shirts are an exact replica of the first t-shirt made by Adidas. For your money, you get a slim-fitting top made of 100 per cent cotton, with the three stripes on the sleeves and a flock logo on the chest.

Various colours available (see another over the page), with a price of £25.

Find out more at the Adidas Store website

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Categories / Cars and Bikes, Men's Fashion

Rapha and Timothy Everest three-piece 1930s-style cycling suit

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Classic cyclewear maker Rapha has teamed up with Savile Row tailor Timothy Everest to produce a three-piece suit that's good for both the bicycle and the boardroom.

Apparently inspired by 'gentleman riders of the 1930s', the suit has taken 12 months to develop and offers up a luxury wool jacket, waistcoat and trousers or plus fours in a Prince of Wales check, with plenty of detailing for the modern cyclist.

That includes a 'storm collar' to keep out the elements, fixed pockets, rear buttoned pockets, a shoulder pleat for extra reach and turndown cuffs (with bright inner for extra visibility). The suit is only available fully bespoke, if you want one, the three-piece costs £3,500. Email Timothy Everest to find out more.

Rapha website