Defining style: John Primer via Apartment Number 9

A blues legend reveals what inspires him and how his music is shaped by the people and places he loves.

A man's style encompasses more than just the clothes he wears and the car he drives. For our first video in a series on the topic, we sat down with John Primer, a musician who grew up in a Mississippi sharecropping family and then at 18, moved to Chicago to play the blues. In the '80s, Primer played in Muddy Waters band, and since 1991, the 68-year-old has released 13 albums and was nominated for a Blues Music Award this year. Watch the video above to hear Primer's soulful style.

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Filmed by Marc Moran

Edited by Michael Alexander

On & Beyond visits Triple Aught Design

 On & Beyond had the opportunity to to visit the TAD HQ in the Dogpatch of SF. Some beautiful imagery  of the workspace hidden behind the retail front. Lots of character and impressively equipped for building a garment from conception phase to final product. Triple Aught Design was founded in 1997 by Patrick Ma. His goal was to inspire people to explore their world by offering the best performing gear available. Challenging marches through rough terrain as a young man in the United States Army gave Patrick a strong appreciation for durable and reliable equipment. He founded Triple Aught Design with a signature focus on combining rigorous functionality with sophisticated design. 

PAC-MAN x ten_do_ten x Fred Perry 2013 Spring/Summer Collection

Following today’s nostalgic trend of recalling video game staples of the 1980s, Fred Perry teamed up with Japanese artist ten_do_ten to deliver a series of PAC-MAN-inspired designs for Spring/Summer 2013. Playing on the artist’s minimalist style, which heavily riffs on dots and pixels to convey complex design, the shirts feature embroidered depictions of Blinky, Pinky, Inky and Clyde, as well as the ‘Pac Dots’ that fuel the main man himself. Combining patchwork styles and pattern blocking within a red, black and yellow color palette, these colorful polo shirts lend a new canvas to classic characters. After enjoying the video accompaniment below, find the shirts on Fred Perry Japan’s web shop, available now.

MR. PORTER - The Journal: One to Watch: Mr. Aaron Tveit

He may cut a pensive figure, but don't be fooled - a dark and troubled soul Mr Aaron Tveit is not. "I don't walk around scowling at people," he laughs, defending the moody, monochrome results of last month's shoot with photographer Mr Billy Kidd. "I think I'm a nice guy!

Read more at http://www.mrporter.com/journal/journal_issue118/3#HuwF7gF6UHuEDlSB.99

 

Trousers by Slowear | Sneakers by Common Projects | Jacket by AMI | Shirt by Jil Sander |

 

Sneakers by Common Projects | Watch by Uniform Wares | Suit by Raf Simons | T-Shirt by Our Legacy |

 

Sweatshirt by Acne | Shirt by Jil Sander | Jacket by Aspesi | Sunglasses by Garrett Leight California Optical |

 

 T-Shirt by Alexander Wang | Sweater by Maison Martin Margiela |

 

PORT Magazine Issue 10 Editorial – 'Land Of My Brothers’

Our friends at PORT magazine send over this exclusive editorial, ‘Land of my Brothers,’ a preview from the shiny new Summer Issue. Shot by Stefan Heinrichs, PORT fashion director David St John-James (on styling duties) fills us in on a little background to this beautiful story.

Photographer Stefan Heinrichs and I have been working closely since the earliest issues of PORT magazine. I wanted to work together again but for this issue I wanted a story that felt fresh, intimate and personal. I wanted it to feel warm and almost sentimental. Plus, I wanted us to shoot outdoors. Port’s Casting Consultant, Eddy Martin, searched across the country and the Atlantic for brothers that we could shoot. And found three that fit the bill perfectly. We travelled to the heartland of Wales and spent one weekend with a family that was not only hospitable but kind and generous. The story will be one which will stick with me for the years to come.”

Featuring the likes of Stone Island, Stone Island, Hermes, Dunhill, Dior Homme, Albam and Ralph Lauren this quietly brilliant story is a must-see.

Back to Issue 10. Cover story ‘A New Golden Age,’ brings together some of the biggest names in print, leading editors including Graydon Carter (Vanity Fair), Hugo Lindgren (The New York Times Magazine) and Jim Nelson (GQ). A more than convincing argument for the growing strength of good ol’ fashioned paper publications. Additionally, look out for words and images from Carrie Fisher, Sir Kenneth Grange, Double RL, Joyce Carol Oates on Marlon Brando and War journalist Ben Anderson tackling the issue of heroin and the Afghanistan police. Check out the cover in our gallery and grab a copy from tomorrow in stores and online.

Inventory Magazine 2013 Spring/Summer Editorial

Inventory Magazine brings us a fresh, crisp look for their 2013 spring/summer editorial. With subtle usage of monochromatic colors in conjunction with a variety of brands and takes on closet staples, the imagery displays the perfect dressed-down summertime look. Highlights include a range of Inventory-stocked labels like Engineered Garments, Margaret Howell, The Real McCoy’s, Post Overalls, and Clarks – each paired with descriptive, helpful cues on fit. Browse through the editorial in its entirety here and be sure to visit Inventory‘s web store for inquiries as to the availability of each of the designs.

FELTRAIGER x Stock MFG Co. American Flag Shorts

FELTRAIGER and Stock MFG Co. have teamed up to produce these special edition American Flag shorts. Produced in the USA by Stock MFG Co., these shorts are crafted from navy cotton with an all-over American Flag print. Available exclusively through Stock MFG Co.’s online store, these shorts will be only be offered for a few days and are guaranteed to arrive in time for July 4.

wings+horns Fall/Winter 2013 Lookbook

 This Fall/Winter 2013 collection from wings+horns draws inspiration from London’s modernist youth movement of the late 1950’s. In addition to signature wings+horns utilitarian references, the aesthetic places emphasis on Canada’s English roots, incorporating ‘the chelsea’ as a design theme. Distinct fabrics are a focus this season, including customized knits, wovens, and tartans, which can be found alongside textured wools and rich mélange cottons. Three seasonal colourways — oxblood, camel, and deep sea — reinforce cohesiveness throughout, adding texture and depth. You can expect to see this collection on wingsandhorns.com in the near future.

maharishi 2013 Fall/Winter “Pacifist Preppers” Lookbook

After taking us behind the scenes of its photoshoot back in March, designer Hardy Blechman and his military-inspired label maharishi present the final product: the brand’s Fall/Winter 2013 “Pacifist Preppers” lookbook. True to form, the upcoming offerings from the British label match a penchant for utilitarianism with that of minimalist design, thus offering a range of tonal outerwear, trousers, and accessories alongside a bevy of bright orange and camo-adorned pieces – showcasing inspiration from hunting, the outdoors, and the aesthetic of pacifist revolutionaries alike. The more minimalist designs are juxtaposed with a few exaggerated features like oversized pockets, giant collars and elongated zipper pulls. Look for maharishi’s latest designs to be available from select stockists and the brand’s own online store later this year.

Norse Store Lookbook 2013

Norse Store has just released the lookbook for their Summer 2013 collection featuring summer tailoring, sweats and seasonal patterns. The lookbook style was inspired by geometrics created by the summer sun filtering through architectural elements. It was shot in various locations throughout Copenhagen, making use of various architectural structures.

Included in the lookbook are Norse Projects, JUNYA WATANABE MAN, Isaora,nanamica, Liberty London, Mark McNairy, Montbell, Ally Capellino, Red Wing, Bleu de Paname, A.P.C., Klattermusen and Levi’s Vintage Clothing among others.

GANT Rugger Fall / Winter 2013 Classics

Following on from Pre-Fall, we take a look at, yeah, you guessed it, Fall Winter 2013 from Gant Rugger. Possibly one of our favourite collections from the American Classics brand, so much to enjoy here. Old favourites executed in well-chosen colours, check out those Parkas, just when you thought the mountain favourite had lost its appeal, back with added indigo floral lining. Soft grey suits complete with sizeable cuffs – worn smart and with casuals layers, cable knitwear, down blazers and various preppy staples all pulled off with skill. 

The World of COMME des GARÇONS In Print

British concept store LN-CC has gathered a selection of COMME des GARÇONS publications and printed materials and made them available through its retail space.

From Rei Kawakubo and Comme des Garçons, the monograph by Dejan Sudjic, to all eight issues of the Comme des Garçons-headed Six magazine, the curated collection spans the earlier stages of the brand’s direction and vision and with it, the design ethos of founder Rei Kawakubo herself. Naturally, because of Kawakubo’s extensive relationships with other like-minded artists and designers from all streams, the works also gather and proudly put on display the talents of Gilbert and George, Fischli and Weiss, Kishin Shinoyama, Louise Nevelson and The Boyle Family, among others.

For a complete list of the literature available, check out COMME DES GARÇONS IN PRINT over at LN-CC.

Dior Homme Fall 2013 Lookbook

Kris van Assche and Dior Homme give us a quick glimpse of what to expect for upcoming fall in their latest lookbook. Shot by Karim Sadli and styled by Mauricio Nardi, it stars models Anatol Modzelewski, Matthew Bell, Justin Sterling, Angus Whitehead, Matthieu Gregoire in a tasteful black and white photo series.

Alexander Wang Exclusive MR PORTER Collection Exclusive

Alexander Wang gives us a first glance at his exclusive MR PORTER capsule collection. Consisting of several pieces, the lineup is defined by Wang’s signature athletic cuts that are carefully tailored, resulting in effortless styles that are at once simple, attractive, and modern. Driving home the understated leanings of the collection is its heavy use of dark colors and neutrals with the most apparent example being the panel zip jacket with its black tones and crisp lines. Look for the items when they become available soon on MR PORTER’s website.

MISTER FREEDOM - Viva La Revolucion

H.W Carter show off their latest arrivals from Mister Freedom in this below ground editorial. The collection, ‘a journey in time and space to Mexico during the brutal civil war of the 1920s,’ has found its way on  previous posts, here the Brooklyn store offers their own take on Christophe Loiron’s creations. Find the collection here.