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Buy It Now: Fjällräven Vintage Backpack

intern — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:03:38 +0000

We know you guys love ‘em and all, but if you ever find yourself needing a break from your messenger bag, the Swedish leaders in outdoor wear Fjällräven have come up with another classic piece that’s rugged and versatile enough to tote whatever it is you need to haul around.

Today’s Buy It Now is a vintage style backpack equipped with leather straps for extra strength, a sync closure for extra protection and padded shoulder straps for extra comfort. The light khaki color is also ideal for blending in if you decide to get a little adventurous in the woods. See below for more pics and buy it now info…

Click HERE to Buy It Now at Context Clothing, $175

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Street Detail: Space Cadet

frederickm — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:06:42 +0000

NAME: Dennis

AGE: 22

OCCUPATION: Student

HOME BASE: New York

GLASSES: Vintage

JACKET: Vintage

SHIRT: Sex Pistols

PANTS: Vintage

BOOTS: Dr. Marten

What is your favorite fall trend? Bow ties, scarves and preppy sweaters.

Must have Item for fall? A pea coat.

What sneaker style are you rocking this season? I’m all about a nice pair of shoes.

What is a cold weather don’t? Shorts.

Who inspires your style? The galactic space and beyond.

Most money spent on a single item of clothing? $400 on hard bottom shoes.

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Favorite city? Brooklyn.

Dream job? Fashion Consultant.

Last book read? On Writing by Stephen King.

Trend proof style advice? Don’t try to step out of character and wear what you want because that’s your style.
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Buy It Now: Orlando Magic New Era Fitted

intern — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:11:58 +0000

Orlando Magic fans have had it pretty good lately. Last year, Dwight Howard led the team to a Eastern Conference Championship before losing to Kobe’s crew. This year, they picked up Vince Carter and have started the season with a 9-3 record making them the third best team in the Eastern Conference. To us, it’s starting to feel like ‘94 again, which brings us to today’s Buy It Now: A vintage New Era fitted that features the Orlando Magic alternate away logo from their Penny and Shaq era. If they keep it up, maybe future fans will reminisce on the Dwight and Jameer era. We’ll see. Keep reading for a detail shot and info on where to buy it now…

Click Here To Buy It Now At ECAPCITY.com, $30

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Street Detail: Rockstar Rep

frederickm — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:57:25 +0000

NAME: Yung

AGE: 20

OCCUPATION: Student

HOME BASE: Queens

GLASSES: Rockstar Society

JACKET: Rockstar Society

SHIRT: Rockstar Society

PANTS: Levi’s

SNEAKERS: Supras

What is your favorite fall trend? Cardigans.

Must have item for fall? Polo boots.

What sneaker style are you rocking this season? TK Supras.

What is a cold weather don’t? Leaving your jacket at home.

What inspires your style? Music and my homeboys.

Last clothing item you purchased? The new Rockstar Society Chicks Like Kicks T-Shirt .

Most money you ever spent on a single item of clothing? $500 on a Gucci shoes.

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Favorite website? Rockstar Society.com.

What do you collect? CDs.

Favorite tech gadget? iPhone.

Favorite city? New York of course!

Dream job? Be my own boss and run my own business.

Dream date? Alicia Keys.

Last book read? The Secrets by Rhonda Byrne.

Trend proof style advice? Never be scared to try something new. It’s cool to be different. You don’t want to be a clone.
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Brand Profile: Noir Basic

intern — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:08:01 +0000

BRAND: Noir Basic

SINCE: 2008

FOUNDED BY: Marc Leblond, Romain Bernardini & Antony Lellouche

HOME BASE: Paris

WHY WE CO-SIGN: If you can’t distinguish the lines between hot or not, our best advice is to stick with the classics. Stick with the timeless pieces that won’t go out of style just because a bunch of cool kids decide that it’s now lame. To dodge the hot-to-not cycle, there are certain brands you can trust to deliver goods that have staying power. One of them is the french brand Noir Basic

How does a streetwear brand stay afloat in the land of couture? By taking cue’s from Japan’s streetwear scene and mixing in craftsmanship and luxe materials like silk, washed lamb, stingray leather, alligator and sterling silver in a way that only french fashion culture can teach. All that produces some of the best leather jackets, varsity jackets, and blazers in the game. Only available at select retailers in the US, these pieces are well worth the search and the price tag. But you might wanna sign your wallet up with the nearest gym, just in case.

Keep reading to see co-founder Marc Leblond’s five winter essentials as well as some pics of Noir Basic’s Spring ‘10 collection…

WHERE TO FIND IT: Oki-Ni, Paris Texas

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Street Detail: Polo Bear Barber

frederickm — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:43:58 +0000

NAME: Kenny

AGE: 31

OCCUPATION: Barber

HOME BASE: Brooklyn

GLASSES: Gucci

SWEATER: Polo Ralph Lauren

SHIRT:Polo Ralph Lauren

JEANS: True Religon

BOOTS: UGG

What is your favorite fall trend? Scarves.

Must have item for fall? A strong pea coat.

What sneaker style are you rocking this season? Nike SBs.

What is a cold weather don’t? No socks.

What inspires your style? Growing up in the north west, rocking Polo Ralph Lauren was the in thing and we became prep jerks.

Last clothing item you purchased? Polo Ralph Lauren Flag knit.

Most money you ever spent on a single item of clothing? $900 on a Cockpit lambskin aviator.

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Favorite website? ralphlauren.com.

What do you collect? All Polo Ralph Lauren.

Dream job? On set barber of a TV show or All-Star Weekend.

Dream date? Stacey Dash.

Trend proof style advice? Polo Ralph Lauren is forever and you can make a commercial out any outfit. You can’t go wrong.

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Street Detail: Sole Collector

frederickm — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:52:47 +0000

NAME: Marco

OCCUPATION: Student

HOME BASE: Hollis

BEANIE: Supreme

JACKET: Zara

HOODIE: Uniqlo

JEANS: A.P.C.

SNEAKERS: Nike Original Penny Hardaway

WATCH: G-Shock

What is your favorite fall trend? Flannels.

Must have item for fall? Raw denim Jeans.

What sneaker style are you rocking this season? Vintage basketball.

What is a cold weather don’t? Asolos.

What inspires your style? Basketball, Kanye West and Lupe Fiasco.

Last clothing item you purchased? A Polo Ralph Lauren scarf.

Most money you ever spent on a single item of clothing? $290 on Air Derrty’s.

Vote on whether this week’s subject is “Stylin” or “Wildin” below…

Favorite website? solecollector.com.

What do you collect? Sneakers, apparel + accessories.

Favorite brand? Nike.

Favorite tech gadget? iPhone.

Favorite city? New York.

Dream job? Working for Google Labs.

Dream date? Jessica Alba.

Last book read? 1984 by George Orwell.

Trend proof style advice? Make sure you like it and don’t base it on other’s opinions.

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VIDEO: An Interview With Team Patta

Bradley — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:03:14 +0000

Of the European cool-guy collectives, Patta stands out for its consistent quality projects and global buzz. What started as a sneaker re-seller has turned into a creative force and trend leader in sneakers, streetwear, and parties. Edson, Gee and the rest of the crew from the Amsterdam shop came by the Complex offices to speak about the 5 year anniversary of the brand, the Patta clothing line, and the latest venture, a multi-brand luxury store that will house Amsterdam’s Stussy flagship. Hit the jump to watch the video interview we did with them here in New York…

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Street Detail: Future E.I.C.

frederickm — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:59:19 +0000

NAME: Hasan

AGE: 22

OCCUPATION: Student

HOME BASE: New York

CAP: Vintage

CARDIGAN: G-Star

SHIRT: UNIQLO

JEANS: Levi’s

SNEAKERS: Gourmet

What is your favorite fall trend? Layering rich colors and patterned sweaters.

Must have item for fall? Scarves.

What sneaker style are you rocking this season? Low tops.

What is a cold weather don’t? Dressing like it’s still summer. I saw a girl in Brooklyn wearing shorts yesterday.

What inspires your style? My mood.

Last clothing item you purchased? UNIQLO +J pea coat.

Most money spent on a single item of clothing? Everything I buy is pretty affordable.

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Favorite city? New York City of course.

Dream job? Editor-In-Chief.

Trend proof style advice? Dress according to how you feel when you wake-up. There’s nothing worse than wearing a fitted blazer when you’d rather be wearing a hoodie that day.

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Street Detail: iD Required

frederickm — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:49:29 +0000

NAME: Mau

AGE: 31

OCCUPATION: NIKEiD Design Consultant

HOME BASE: New Jersey

SHIRT: Nike 6.0 Road Dog Flannel

JEANS:: WeSC

SNEAKERS: Nike Dunk High AutoClave

What is your favorite fall trend? Rugbys.

Must have item for fall? Ralph Lauren Polo Bear knitted sweater.

What sneaker style are you rocking this season? Nike Bespokes AF1 and Nike Air Royal Mids.

What is a cold weather don’t? Shorts.

What inspires your style? 1985 B-Boy meets Christian Hosoi meets Ralph Lauren.

Last clothing item you purchased? F.C.R.B. polo.

Most money spent on a single item of clothing? $350 on a Gary Carter throwback jersey.

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Favorite website? Artcrimes.com.

What do you collect? Soccer jerseys.

Favorite brand? Polo Ralph Lauren.

Favorite city? Panama City, Panama.

Dream job? Graffiti artist.

Dream date? Alicia Keys.

Last book read? Getting Up: Subway Graffiti in New York by Craig Castleman.

Trend proof style advice? Be yourself and always have a Polo knitted sweater in your collection.
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Complex Presents: The Top 100 Style Trends of the 2000’s

donniek — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:08:34 +0000

We’re heading into the stretch run of our almighty Aughts countdowns—i.e., Top 100 Sports Moments | Top 100 T-shirts | Top 100 Girls | Top 100 Albums | Top 100 Sneakers | Top 100 Movies | Top 100 Internet Videos | Top 100 Video Games | Top 100 TV Shows—and word to Vanessa Williams, we’re saving some of the best for last. Don’t take this to mean we’re not thoroughly knowledgeable about the other subjects we’ve already covered, but if Complex are authorities on anything, it’s men’s style. We observe trends, we set trends, we hump trends, we dump trends, we are trends. This is what we do!

Our comprehensive inventory of the 100 Best Style Trends of the 2000s covers the good (plaid, chambray shirts, workwear), the bad (trucker hats, grills, back-pocket detail), and the WTF-were-you-thinking (headbands, skulls, full-zip hoodies). If you wore it during the last decade, chances are it’s on our list. So check the link below and get to clicking…and hating.

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Street Detail: Common Man

frederickm — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:53:12 +0000

NAME: AJ

AGE: 22

OCCUPATION: Clothing/Jewelry Designer

HOME BASE: Toronto

GLASSES: Nom De Guerre x Oliver Peoples

SHIRT: Handsome Clothing

JEANS: A.P.C.

SNEAKERS: Common Projects

Favorite trend? High-top Sperry Top-siders.

Must have fall item? Shawl cardigans.

Favorite website? Handsome Clothing.

Favorite city? New York.

Favorite brand? Common Projects.

Who inspires your style? Infants and senior citizens.

Latest item purchased? Wings + Horns outerwear vest.

Trend proof style advice? Do what you love on a day to day.

Vote on whether this week’s subject is “Stylin” or “Wildin” below…

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Street Detail: Bape Actor

frederickm — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:32:26 +0000

NAME: Frendy

AGE: 25

HOME BASE: Brooklyn

OCCUPATION: Actor/Model/BAPE Sales Associate/Blogger

CARDIGAN: BAPE

SHIRT: BAPE

JEANS: BAPE

SNEAKERS: BAPE

What is your favorite fall trend? Deep V-neck cardigans with a tee underneath! It’s a very cool and casual look.

Must Have Item for fall? A dope cashmere sweater!

What sneaker style are you rocking this season? BAPE and Converse x Comme Des Garçon.

What is a cold weather don’t? Not wearing a jacket to show off your outfit!

Who inspires your style? Jay-Z, Pharrell Williams, Nigo, Johnny Depp, and Andre 3000.

Vote on whether this week’s subject is “Stylin” or “Wildin” below…

Last clothing item you purchased? Calvin Klein boxers!

Most money spent on a single item of clothing? $350 on a Club Monaco blazer.

Favorite website? General Made.

Favorite city? New York City of course! If you can make it here you can make it anywhere!

What do you collect? Designer pins.

Favorite brand? Hugo Boss.

Dream job? Fortunately I am living my dream working as an actor!

Dream date? Megan Fox!

Last book read? Soul’s Perfection by Sylvia Browne!

Trend-proof style advice? Wear what your comfortable in and everything else will fall into place!

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Street Detail: Polo Person

frederickm — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:36:51 +0000

NAME: Damien

OCCUPATION: Student

HOME BASE: New York

HAT: Prada

JACKET: Polo Ralph Lauren

BOW TIE: Polo Ralph Lauren

SHIRT: Club Monaco

JEANS: Levi’s

SHOES: Sperry Top-Sider

What is your favorite fall trend? Cardigans.

Must Have Item for fall? A weathered leather bomber by Ralph Lauren.

What sneaker style are you rocking this season? adidas forum sneaks adds flair to your overall look.

What is a cold weather don’t? A deep V-neck with a zipped down jacket.

What inspires your style? The whole ’80s and early 90s.

Vote on whether this week’s subject is “Stylin” or “Wildin” below…

Last clothing item you purchased? A beanie from American Apparel.

Most money you ever spent on a single item of clothing? $990 on a Louis Vuitton back pack. I don’t know what I was thinking.

Favorite online shop? Opening Ceremony.

Favorite brand? Ralph Lauren.

Favorite city? Brooklyn by far!

Dream job? Owning my own business!

Dream date? Beyonce Knowles, the epitome of a true artist, woman and someone you can bring home to mommy.

Last book read? Display of Power: How FUBU Changed a World of Fashion, Branding and Lifestyle by Daymond John.

Trend proof style advice? Buy a few “in-pieces” to accent you that fits your style. Many people including myself value consistency and independence for what a person is wearing.

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The 10 Best Rugby Shirts For Fall/Winter 2009

intern — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:17:11 +0000

The sport itself may not be popular here in the States, but rugby shirts have been poppin’ for a while now. Though the majority of the ones you see on store racks are merely rugby “style” shirts, it doesn’t make them any less cool. And because they’re traditionally made of heavier, more durable cotton than, say, a regular long sleeve polo shirt, they’re great staple pieces for your winter wardrobe. As with anything else, only a few brands know how to make a quality, stylish rugby shirt, and you will find most of them below in our round of the 10 best rugby shirts available this season. Game on…

ROGUES GALLERY ST. MARTIN RUGBY
Click here to Buy It Now at Revolve, $101

TOMMY HILFIGER FEDOR STRIPE RUGBY REGULAR FIT
Click here to Buy It Now at Tommy Hilfiger, $78

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RUGBY WILSON SASH RUGBY
Click here to Buy It Now at Rugby, $98

CANTERBURY OF NEW ZEALAND AVONDALE POLO
Click here to Buy It Now at Bergdorf Goodman, $118

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BARBOUR STRIPED RUGBY SHIRT
Click here to Buy It Now at Orvis, $119

NAUTICA BROAD-STRIPE RUGBY
Click here to Buy It Now at Nautica, $25

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POLO RALPH LAUREN CLASSIC-FIT BIG PONY RUGBY
Click here to Buy It Now at Ralph Lauren, $145

BBC CREST LONGSLEEVE RUGBY
Click here to Buy It Now at BBC, $250

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LACOSTE RUGBY SHIRT
Click here to Buy It Now at Lacoste, $120

TIMBERLAND STRIPED RUGBY SHIRT
Click here to Buy It Now at Macy’s, $30

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Daily Style & Design News: November 4, 2009

intern — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:28:31 +0000

Alife’s Holiday 2009 Apparel Collection will be available starting this Friday. [Freshness Mag]

Not sure how anyone could have possibliy noticed with Rosa Acosta strutting her stuff, but the “Fuck Em” rug in Supreme’s photoshoot/video with the video vixen will go on sale soon. [C'est La Vie]

The In4mation x Crooks & Castles t-shirt features the colorful, hand drawn version of the infamous Crooks’ Medusa head. [Solediction]

Win a chance to attend and report on Sneaker Freaker parties to be thrown around the globe on November 19th or 20th. [Sneaker Freaker]

The Lamborghini Reventón Roadster=guaranteed (you know what). Only 20 will be built, so if you’ve got 1.6 million to thrown around, get in line quick. [Wired]

Street Detail: One Glove

frederickm — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:06:34 +0000

NAME: Ugo

OCCUPATION: Artist

HOME BASE: New York

HAT: Vintage

JACKET: Vintage

SHIRT: Vintage

PANTS: Vintage

BOOTS: Alexander McQueen

GLOVE: Vintage

What is your favorite fall trend? Over-sized coats with black slim pants.

Must have item for fall? Black boots.

What sneaker style are you rocking this season? Combat boots on the daily.

What is a cold weather don’t? Guys in shorts.

Who inspires your style? Metal, aliens, Home Depot and Michael Jackson.

Vote on whether this week’s subject is “Stylin” or “Wildin” below…

Last clothing item you purchased? Black Lanvin Blazer

Favorite online shop? Oki-ni.

Favorite brand? Aston Mozie‘.

Favorite city? Lagos, Nigeria.

Dream job? A philanthropist. I live to give back.

Who is your dream date? Lady Gaga.

Last book read? Do You!: 12 Laws to Access the Power in You to Achieve Happiness and Success by Russell Simmons.

Trend proof style advice It’s not what you wear but mainly how you wear it.

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Street Detail: Harlem Renaissance

frederickm — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:51:29 +0000

NAME: Malcolm

AGE: 20

OCCUPATION: Student

HOME BASE: Harlem

JACKET: Members Only

SHIRT: Club Monaco

TIE: Ben Sherman

PANTS: Levi’s

SHOES: Vintage

What is your favorite fall trend? Big chunky scarves.

Must have item for fall? Leather boots that can fight the season’s elements.

What is a cold weather don’t? A big over-sized winter coat that doesn’t make you look like a blimp.

Who inspires your style? Harlem Renaissance and the late ’60s. I’d like to consider my style to be rebellious preppy.

Last clothing item you purchased? adidas called Rod Laver x ACU.

Most money spent on a single item of clothing? $300 on a pair of skinny black Diesel jeans.

What do you collect? Magazines. I probably have every GQ from the past 5 years.

Vote on whether this week’s subject is “Stylin” or “Wildin” below…

Favorite website? Lateboots.com.

Favorite brand? Yves Saint Laurent.

What is your favorite city? New York City, of course and its land of endless possibilities.

What is your dream job? Editor of a men’s magazine.

Last book read? Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut.

Trend proof style advice? Every man should have a classic white button-down shirt.
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Deals of the Week: Diztrict, J. Crew, Andrew Marc, and More…

frederickm — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:50:25 +0000

To make sure you’re rocking the right gear while saving money, each week Complex scours the virtual racks for the best sample and retail sales in our Deals Of The Week post. This week, check out the bargains from Diztrict, J.Crew, and Andrew Marc, and more…

Street Detail: Mad Plaid

frederickm — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:55:19 +0000

NAME: Piet

AGE: 24

OCCUPATION: Student

HOME BASE: NYC

HAT: New Era

JACKET: Earnest Sewn

SHIRT: Vintage

PANTS: Gap

SNEAKERS: Nike

Must have item for fall? Varsity jacket.

What sneaker style are you rocking this season? Desert boot.

What is a cold weather don’t? Not having a good coat man!

Who inspires your style? Thomas Bangalter.

Most money you ever spent on a single item of clothing? $300 on a Nike SB.

Favorite website? Primitiveshoes.com.

Vote on whether this week’s subject is “Stylin” or “Wildin” below…

What do you collect? Sneakers and shanks.

Favorite brand? Surface To Air

Favorite tech gadget? My Blackberry Curve

Favorite city? NYC.

Dream job? House Music Producer.

Dream date? A girl with huge tits, a fucking fat ass and a nice face.

Trend proof style advice? You can never go wrong with A.P.C. denim.

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