Helmut Lang turns Exhibitionist

Helmut Lang, icon of the 1990's, the king of minimalism is currently being honoured through an exhibition at the Bath Fashion Museum. Some of his most famous peices will be shown and the designer is thrilled to be a part of the exhibit, 'Turn of the Century'. However this is not the first time Lang has donated his clothes to various galleries. Around the world he has shown in London's Victoria & Albert Museum, the Musée de la Mode in Paris and Japan's Kyoto Costume Institute, and since stepping down from his label in 2005 the designer has been focusing on developing as an artist. If you're so lucky and happen to be in England any time soon, don't miss it.

Back to the Chalk Board

My little brother in his uniform.

Growing up I've always had to wear a school uniform and resented it, and now I finally don't have to wear one anymore I find myself putting on knee socks and a tie anyway. Ironic. The british school boy has been used as inspiration for many many years, and this summer there a definatelty some new takes on the trend. Satchels and rucsacks are back on the scene, and its all about retro geek gear and school boy wims. Here are some ideas for taking a trip down memory lane...

Anthony Peto, Farfetch.com, 670 kr.

3.1 Phillip Lim, Youheshe.com, 1.200 kr.

Ralf Simons, Brownsfashion.com, 4.659 kr.

Brownsfashion.com, Browns, 3.252 kr.

Pop 15% Off Today!

Copenhagen based Pop Cph recently opened shop on Gråbrødretorv 4 in the center of Copenhagen, and today - one day only - there's 15% off for all happy summer shoppers! Definately worth going by and having a peek. Lots of good quality casual t-shirts, comfy and classic sweats and trousers. The great thing about the summer collection is that you can criss cross almost the entire selection, and everything will still go. You'll always end up with a effertlessly, cool steetwise look. But hurry, only 4 hours left!

Mad May Hatters - The Panama

Staying in theme of the Colonial style, the Panama hat is another classic which all acomplished gentleman should own. A sure statement of good taste, wack on a pair of wayfares and you have a timeless summer look. In the center of Copenhagen there is this wonderful little mens hat shop dating back to all the way back to 1857! Stop by when you get a chance, its quite an experience and the worst that can happen is you leave with one of these!

The Raj

The Raj was a term used to describe the Bristish Imperial rule in India between the 1850's and 1950's. I've always loved the style and mood of this period, this completely overdressed and over the top attire in the swealtering heat of the Indian jungle - absolutely fabulous and completely potty! The impractiacal white linen, suits, ties and butterflies. This summer I'd love to see some more gentleman dressing up in white, without it looking like something out of cheesy rap music video.

Prints prints prints...

Christopher Kane, matchesfashion.com

Prints can be tricky, either they're too much or not enough! But Christopher Kane's summer collection is super cool, with unique sky prints in all shapes and colours. This tee would brighten up any old pair of shorts.

Deuce

I'm sure most of you will remember having a pair of these in your school kit bag for summertime P.E classes! Superga has always been known as the tennis shoe over all others, dating back to the 1920's its a timeless peice of footwear and good alternative to the usual converse this summer. Something which never goes out of style, especially in white or navy. A freshly ironed pair of chinos and classsic polo and you're ready to go!

Get them at my-wardrobe.com for 289 kr.

Morning doodles...

Finally I've got a logo for the blog.. needs a little tweeking but here are the first two mock ups I drew. Really can't decide if the balloon should be red or black! Typical.

Hey there Mr. Blue!

Junya Wantanabe, brownfashion.com, 6.135 kr.

Ultramarine, a colour I always associate with my primary school days when learning about the art renaisance in history, the colour which came from the semi precious stone Lapiz Lazuli. Now I'm seeing it again, this summer its all over the place and no wardrobe is complete without something in this gorgeous colour. I came across this fab jacket, and once you have a bit of summer tan it will be perfect for summer nights and rainy days!

However, if the choice is between buying a jacket insted of going on holiday, I'd say go for this very similar one from G-Star at urbanoutfitters.co.uk, for the much more forgiving price of 785 kr.

G-Star, urbanoutfitter.co.uk, 785 kr.

Fabulously British

Since living in England, there is one brand which I've continued to be a hugh fan of and always make sure keep up to date with. The britsh make Jack Wills is the perfect cross between the Ralph Lauren preppy style and the Abercrombie & Fitch relaxed cool. Its become quite a fenomenon over the years amoungst the british private school kids, somewhat of a lifestyle with polo matches, parties and all sorts of events. All of my friends over there worship it completely.
This summers collection is all about being effortlessly stlylish, and lets face it. In the summertime all you want to do is just throw something on and be on your way out into the sun. Its all about missmatching texiles and colours. Throwing together items of clothing you never though could go. For example, tracksuit trousers and sporty jersey tees with blazars and formal shorts give a fantasticly fresh twist on the rather overused preppy trend which is hot now. And remember, pastel colours aren't just for girls!

Check it out at Jackwills.com

... and the 'Clubfarer' is born.

Whilst I was in London a few weeks ago visiting my parents, I stumbled across these uber cool new RayBans which I simply went gaga for. They're a sort of cross between a the classic Wayfarer and Clubmaster model, in fact they're so new they don't even have a model name yet... so for now I'm christening them 'Clubfarers'. They come in three colours, black, tortoise and yellow and are equally cool for boys and girls. When on they have a bit of the Yoko/Lennon factor to them, but in a good way. At 1.110 kr. I would get them before they sell out - a solid bet for one of 2010's favourite sunnies!

Mad May Hatters - The Pork Pie

At the moment hats seem to be coming back, and the Copenhagen guys aren't afraid to pretty their heads! Summer is finally on its way so a hat is definately a must for le summer wardrobe. The Pork Pie hats are fab, and give any old pair jeans and a white tee a kick. I takes a bit of attitude, so if you can pull it off go for it. Pork Pies date back to the 1950's, and got their name because they look like traditional english pork pies (appertizing I know), and were especially worn by the jazz musicians and actors of the time. The man on the photos above, actorand funny man Buster Keaton, was known for making his own Pork Pie hats, and was never seen without his trademark hat.

Get your own at the british site hatsandcaps.co.uk... I know I will!

http://www.hatsandcaps.co.uk/Christys-Hats-Monk-Pork-Pie-Hat-P137773/

Le Ballon Rouge

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MaBm1gNkwhc

For the very first post on my blog, I thought it appropriate to post a snipit of the film which inspired it all in the first place. The incredibly charming short film, 'Le Ballon Rouge'. You might know it from you childhood, however it was composed all the way back in 1956 by frenchman Albert Lamorisse. An incredibly charming little film, following a little boy and his red balloon through the streets of Paris. No music, no real plot, but somehow utterly captivating and by far one of the coolest films I've ever seen. I've always wondered what happened to the little boy in the film, so you could say that this blog is dedicated to him, the film and of course to Paris. The one and only everlasting home of fashion.