Interesting idea from Adidas Originals – make a retro-styled track top, but make it with one eye on the environment.
The D-Nizza tracktop is made purely from natural materials, retaining an
authentic styling without harming the planet, using a natural linen blend for a light and comfortable feel.
Available in khaki only,the track top retails for £60.
Remember 1988? Maggie Thatcher was PM, Bros were at the top of the charts and I was still working my way through the education system. And New Balance introduced its 576 trainers.
And in 2008, all the above has changed – except that the New Balance 576 is back as a 20th anniversary edition. Limited to just 576 pairs, the new version is based exactly on the old – colour, material, sole unit and manufacturing – made in the same New Balance factory in Cumbria.
A pair will cost you £80.
Find out more at the End Clothing website
Shoes with a heritage – Keds Court Ace pumps.
Originally designed in 1934, this white canvas pump was designed for racquet sports, with a shock-proof arch-cushioned insole and cushioned heel. And for fashion purposes, both white and green laces are included.
Not badly priced either at £34.99.
Find out more at the Oi Polloi website
If you are after a Fred Perry bargain, you’ll find one at the Fred Perry Sample Sale, which takes place on Thursday 1st May and Friday 2nd May 2008, running from 8am to 7pm on each day.
You’ll find it 33-35 Endell Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9BA. Expect clearance stock, end of range clothing and more interestingly, a number of items that were never actually put into production (due to various reasons) plus limited editions.
All will be at a fraction of the retail cost.
Fred Perry website
Following on from the anniversary Harriers last year, Gola has just launched the 40th anniversary Gola Harrier Suede range.
As the name suggests, this is also to celebrate 40 years of the Harrier, with the leather swapped for suede and with four colour ranges to choose from – all faithful to the original 1968 design.
Every pair comes in a ‘vintage’ orange box and commemorative leaflet, selling for just £35 per pair.
Find out more at the Cazual website
If you like the idea of quirky knitted items, you’ll love Knit and Destroy. Everything from fashion and jewellery through to iPod cases, coasters and cushions. And everything handmade.
That includes this eye-catching Crayon scarf. Designed in the shape of the crayons you used as a kid (and in a choice of colours), it is 102cm long and 13cm wide, with a loop attached to the back to keep it securely around your neck.
You can pick one up for just £15.
