PORTS 1961 Launches Collaboration with Artist Michael Lau

New York, NY - Ports 1961 and Creative Director Milan Vukmirovic, in an intimate event, unveiled the second toy in a series of three designed in collaboration with Hong Kong artist Michael Lau, at the New York City menswear flagship on May 19th 2016.

Vukmirovic's Spring-Summer 2016 collection has inspired Lau to create a 9-foot tall surfer figure for the second in the series, which features the key themes of the collection including the star camo print, #followme, and Navajo embroidery motifs.
Following the unveiling, the sculpture installation will be on view through mid July 2016. The third and final figure in the series will be revealed in early 2017. Michael Lau is widely known for his designer toys inspired by street culture, hip-hop and skate culture.

Milan Vukmirovic (right) with model wearing the collection

Effortlessly cool and masculine, Lau's work is well matched for the forward-thinking approach to menswear that Milan Vukmirovic has brought to Ports 1961.

The Old Fashioned Bar Launch on the King's Road

Directors of The World’s End market celebrated The Grand Launch of The Old Fashioned Bar for the 1st Year Anniversary of The World’s End Market!

 Glitter beards, delicious canapés, fresh cocktails and great music was awaiting invited guests on the evenings of Tuesday 10th, Wednesday 11th and Thursday 12th May 2016.

 The seriously knowledgeable bar staff can whip up anything to your liking, but the real highlight of this old fashioned bar concept is the newly launched cocktail menu that puts a World's End spin on cocktails.

 With an extensive selection of premium whiskeys and barrel aged cocktails, the menu offers reinvented cocktails incorporating interesting flavour combinations and handcrafted alcohol infusions.

 Customers can also enjoy bar snacks and shisha on the outdoor seated terrace or stop by for weekly game nights by the fire and intimate private movie screenings.
 The bar is open from Wed. to Sat. from 6pm to 1am and all day Sundays from 12pm to 11pm, and available for private hire and cocktail receptions.

Idris Elba launches new Superdry Collection in style

Over 5,000 excited fans and customers descended on Regent Street in London yesterday to witness Idris Elba launch his premium menswear collection with iconic British fashion brand, Superdry.

Eager shoppers queued outside the Superdry Flagship Store to meet the global star and to buy the collection for the first time. Excitement has been building around the event for the last two weeks including Idris Elba teaser videos breaking the brand’s record for likes and shares online. Social interaction was off the scale on the day with record-breaking engagement across all channels.
 At 12 pm, Idris went outside the store to welcome his fans inside while press gathered for photographs.

 Shortly after, an Audience With Idris was held where the star gave an aspirational speech on the shop floor. Dressed in a cool navy cashmere crew neck jumper and refined wash jeans, both staple pieces from his collection, the Hackney-born actor said: “Thank you all so much for coming down to see me today. You stood outside waiting for me to show you my collection, and that’s massive to me – I love that. This is a collection I’m proud of, and I hope you like it.” In true Superdry style, attention to detail was flawless with Idris’s personal touches throughout. A live DJ set busted out the star’s favourite tunes while the collection’s cobalt blue branding took centre stage across the store. 

The celebrations continued into the evening with a special reader event for close friends, family and special guests, including British boxing champion David Haye and actress Noomi Rapace (The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo). At 7 pm, Idris arrived by an entourage of black Range Rovers and an army of 12 models wearing the show-stopping collection, including ultra-fine thread shirts, cashmere knitwear, tailored heavy wool pea coats, butter-soft leather jackets and Premium triple-stitched down outerwear. The collection is now available to buy online and from premium Superdry stores and selected Selfridges store.

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SUPERDRY LAUNCH CANARY WHARF!‏

Based in the popular Canada Place mall Superdry expanded its roots in London with a  fantastic reception.

Guests shopped the new season collections, including Superdry Sport and Rugby By Superdry, whilst they enjoyed the freshest beats from DJ’s Killa Kella and Ami Carmine and Japanese-inspired cocktails.

Fashion powerhouse Superdry and Elite Model Look announce the UK’s freshest new model.

Last night, Elite Model Look and Superdry hosted one of the most successful modelling competitions of the year in pursuit of finding the freshest new model in the UK.

 Now in its 7th year running, it’s the first time Superdry has teamed up with Elite Model UK as their official Fashion Partner. Ten finalists took to the catwalk at Superdry’s flagship store, Regent Street, to showcase the latest Superdry Collection in front of a panel of judges, which included fashion experts from the teams at Elite, Superdry and, fashion designer, TV personality and Elite Model Look UK ambassador, Oliver Proudlock.

 Fashion advocates, bloggers and editors were among some of the many guests who were entertained with beats from Femme while sipping on uniquely mixed Perrier based cocktails.

 The competition was tough but after a series of catwalk looks, the winners were announced as Chris Tydings and Charlotte Corn who will go on to compete for the UK at the Elite Model Look World Final in November held in China.

Winners: Charlotte Corn & Chris Tydings

 Chris Tydings “I was expecting it, I wasn’t expecting to win. I didn’t know what to do when they announced us, I can’t wait for China"

 The stiff competition meant that two extra surprise winners were also announced as Kofi Morris Heather and Elli Jordan who will both feature in the next Superdry collection campaign.

Extra surprise winner: Kofi Morris Heather

 Kofi Morris Heather “Ellie’s name got called out first and I was just clapping, then my name got called out and I was still clapping and I thought – oh I look like I am clapping at myself – I didn’t really feel anything, I was just like ah, alright."

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Menswear UK Nominees for International Woolmark Prize‏

As the International Woolmark Prize (IWP) launches into its fourth year, The Woolmark Company is pleased to announce the British Isles nominees for menswear:

Agi & Sam 

A. SAUVAGE

 Craig Green 

 Kit Neale

 LEE ROACH

This year a sixth region has been added to the competition, The British Isles, with the regional award to be held in London.
The five other regional awards will be held in Shanghai, Sydney, Antwerp, Dubai and New York to select the 12 finalists globally (6 menswear & 6 womenswear), each receiving AU$50,000 financial contribution towards their next collection as well as an invitation to participate in the international final.
The six menswear finalists will meet at an event held during PITTI UOMO, Florence in January 2016
The British Isles regional award will be held on 3rd July 2015 where the designers are required to present sketches of a Merino wool capsule collection comprising six outfits, with one full outfit to be produced. The collections will be judged by a panel of local and international experts soon to be announced.

Ralph Lauren Store Arrives In Brazil‏

Ralph Lauren opened its first luxury store in Sao Paulo, Brazil this week.

In a prominent location on the ground floor of the prestigious Cidade Jardim and spanning over 850 square meters of retail space, this new store will feature a premiere assortment of Ralph Lauren’s finest womenswear and menswear collections, together with accessories and leather goods, footwear and Ralph Lauren timepieces.

 The store recalls Brazil’s grand residential ranches while channelling a signature equestrian heritage. Evoking the fine craftsmanship of regional tradition, the store front features archways made of cast stone and white plaster along with two water fountains that flank the grand entrance, creating a loggia rich in decorative detail that helps to reinforce the ease of indoor-outdoor living.

A traditional layout of alternating smaller and larger rooms features reclaimed oak beams, stained concrete floors with oak ties and decorative ceramic tiles, hand-finished plaster walls, a mix of oak and painted white furniture cases, and handcrafted antique vitrines and fixtures. Decorative pendants, hand-woven area rugs, new and antique upholstered furniture and potted palms are combined, highlighting a refined taste.

Drawing attention to the heart of the store, a well-appointed bar will provide a magnificent haven to rest and relax, complimenting the retail experience through unparalleled service, a selection of cocktails and light fare.

 Upon entering the store, the foyer leads to dedicated rooms housing Collection for women on the left and Purple Label for men on the right. A wide selection of beautifully crafted footwear, accessories and eyewear for both men and women appear within separate salons of these areas.

An exclusive cocktail event was hosted on Monday evening by David Lauren and José Auriemo, President of JHSF to celebrate the opening of the new store.

Nacho Figueras and Delfina Blaquier

The event was attended by notable guests including actress Camilla Belle, Polo player Nacho Figueras his wife Delfina Blaquier and model Bruna Tenório. The new store in Sao Paulo extends Ralph Lauren’s efforts to strengthen its presence in the Americas and deliver retail experiences that embody a world of luxury to consumers around the globe.