Fashion brand Superdry has teamed up with Swedish music artist Zara Larsson to launch a killer range for this season titled Icons of Style. The 22-year-multi-platinum selling artist fronts the campiagn, modeling some of the standout pieces including a red metallic biker jacket, a space-worthy silver bomber and slick glossy padded puffer coat. Superdry said its aim was to 'reimagine' classic coverups and give them an up-to-date edge. The Icons of Style collection is divided into five lines, including Original & Vintage, Code, Studios, X and Sport Performance. Some of our favourite piec...
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There's a new kid on the block on the beach-to-city footwear scene... Havaianas, the Brazilian flip flop and sandal brand introduces the reinvention of its classic silhouette, Tradi Zori. In 1962, inspired by the Japanese sandal known as Zori which has soles made of rice straw, Havaianas invented the world’s best-selling flip flop, known as The Tradicional, by changing the sole to a resistant rubber material that could adapt to Brazil’s warm climate and beaches. Now, almost 60 years later, Havaianas has tapped into its roots to release a new and innovative, unisex silhouette - the Tradi Z...
Read more →International cycling clothing brand, Megmeister, has announced the launch of the world’s first woven, ecofriendly cycling jersey. With cycling dominated by printed polyester jerseys, Megmeister took the bold step to make a break from the industry peloton, using its skills and knowledge from producing woven base layers for multiple sports, to create the first woven, eco-friendly cycling jersey range for riders everywhere. Being a woven jersey, it shares the same superb temperature regulation properties that Megmeister have become renowned for, maximising the performance of cyclists. The new...
Read more →Silhouette, one of the world leaders in luxury eyewear, has unveiled a new range titled SUN20. The six new designs in the 70s-inspired collection combine a lightweight design with comfort and sun protection. Here we detail the latest models from the Austrian sunglasses brand with spring underway and summer around the corner... Titan Accent Shades In two eye-catching variations for women and one unisex design, the Titan Accent Shades reignite a distinctive ‘70s flair. Inspired by the wings of the giant blue morpho butterfly, gently curved lenses are brought to life by beautifully styled ...
Read more →Ariat, the leading performance footwear brand, has introduced a new sneaker and two new styles of boot which are perfect for stepping into spring with. Here's the lowdown... The Fuse H20 The Fuse Waterproof, for both men and women, is crafted from a breathable mesh material and a waterproof bootie construction, keeping feet both cool and dry whilst welded TPU panels provide support. In addition, an EVA midsole, rubber outsole, and forefoot flex grooves all offer further comfort and durability throughout the shoe. The Fuse Waterproof’s traditional black exterior is contrasted with eye-catchi...
Read more →I first met Azin Valy, the entreprenurial designer behind Cityzen by Azin, in New York several years ago and the passion for what she does instantly shone through. As a keen traveller I also fell in love with her designs, which showcase city maps in a glamorous way. From scarves to dresses, Azin - who also runs an architecture business (I don't think she ever sleeps!) - crafts aerial shots of cities from around the world into beautiful objects. I've worn several of her pieces, including the Tehran dress and Los Angeles gown, and each time I've felt a million dollars in the colourful silk cr...
Read more →For two nights only, on 20/21st October, Veuve Cliquot is inviting Londoners to experience ‘SEVEN’, the highly-anticipated immersive experience curated by non-other than Carine Roitfeld. Guests will enter a world quite unlike anything they have ever experienced, to explore the seven deadly sins. Carine, who is known for her role in the fashion industry (previously Editor of Vogue Paris) will bring her unique sense of style and edge to the event exposing her vision of these sins to anyone who dare enter. # The journey through the seven rooms will not be an easy one, guests will immerse th...
Read more →And so last week we Rude'sters boarded the Eurostar to the French capital city of Paris famed for its café culture, its gastronomy and designer boutiques dotted along the Rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré. But we weren’t there solely for the purposes of eating, drinking and bringing to life everything we read in 'How To Be A Parisian'. Au contraire. We were there for a conversation with acclaimed French fashion designer, Jean-Charles de Castelbajac about the launch of his newest collection - ‘The Callection’. A collaboration between the designer and smartphone leaders, OnePlus, featuring a line of ...
Read more →Hold up folks! Summer is not quite done yet. The team at It's Rude to Stare have been busy eating at the Wilderness banquets, getting lost in the fields at Farr Festival and swinging from the trees at Lost Village and there are still some of the best festivals yet to come! A line up of stellar gatherings, with OnBlackheath, Bestival and Festival No.6 are all lined up in September - providing a magical finale to what has been a jam-packed summer. So dust off those head-dresses, pick out the transfer tattoos and treat yourself to a new festival outfit from our pick of the best festival clothin...
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