On-trend colours from B&O PLAY

Violet, along with lilac, royal blue, vapour grey, sand stone, charcoal sand, uber brown and black are the colours for city vibes this autumn.

B&O PLAY portable speakers, earphones and headphones from Bang & Olufsen speak volume on the latest colour trends.

The AW17 Collection embraces the latest colour trends, bringing fun to everyday city life.

All images from B&O set in the landscape of Japan.

Tunisia is country of honour at Première Vision Paris this September

For the first time, Première Vision Paris - the trade fair for the international fashion and design businesses - is organizing a COUNTRY FOCUS to showcase a country in a dedicated space. Tunisia has been chosen to inaugurate this new development, which will now be held at each September session, according to organisers.

The design and outfitting of this 100m2 space for expression at the Première Vision Manufacturing section of PV has been entrusted to the organizers of the Tunis Fashion Week which has in recent years sought to support the emergence of a cultural avant-garde by staging designer fashion shows and promoting the country's artistic scene.

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Denim with High Performance attributes from VICUNHA

Good quality denim wear are not just for showcasing our assets but also enhancing our well-being.  With the continued popularity of "athleisure" clothing, consumers' thirst for comfort and ease of wear are today addressed by denim makers who use new technology to meet the need for clothes that perform well throughout the day and not just in the gym.

Hi Stretch and Bi Stretch denim from VICUNHA  TEXTIL of Brazil.

Denim maker VICUNHA from Brazil is doing just that by focusing on performance.  Following the introduction of their temperature control denim last season, VICUNHA continue to expand on the theme and launch a selection of hi tech and hi performance fabrics for Autumn/Winter 2018-19, which will be on show at major international trade fairs this September including Munich Fabric Start 5th - 7th September (in the Blue Zone).

Using hi tech  yarns  from Nilit  they  introduce  3  hi tech  fabrics with antibacterial,  moisture  wicking properties  and  temperature  control.

‘BODY  FRESH’  keeps  you  fresh  throughout  the  day, preventing the growth of bacteria that causes body odour. Extremely resilient its antimicrobial properties lasting at least 50 washes.

‘AQUARIUS’ with a high-performance yarn is engineered to wick moisture away from the body, offering comfort to the wearer for continued effectiveness.  The  attributes  are  intrinsic  in  the  fibre,  and  will  not  wash  off  the  fabric, according to VICUNHA.

‘BREEZE’ helps maintain constant body temperature during and after physical performance and hot weather. Use of a special polymer creates soft touch and provides super ventilation.



















This  sector  of  products  is  very  important  for  the  market  as  finishing  techniques  push  the boundaries and the consumer demands clothing that performs through the day not just in the gym, according to executives at VICUNHA TEXTIL, driving the company to continue to pursue textile products in various weaves and weights.

“We see this trend (athleisure) continuing and  customers  growing  their  options  and  adding  new  weave  variations”,  says  Thomas Dislich, Managing Director VICUNHA TEXTIL for Europe and Asia.  "Hi Stretch and Bi Stretch are  still  very  important,  thus VICUNHA  extends its  offer  to  include  bi-stretches  with  higher elasticity adding more vintage options, and although the interest was initially for ladies we are also seeing this coming through for menswear”.

All images from ROLAND HOFFMANN Public Relations for VICUNHA TEXTIL.

Globe Seeker shoes to dream.explore.live.

Summer time, when the chilling out is good.

In my Globe Seeker shoes ... I'm ready to ... dream.explore.live.  

Style reference: Ocean Oriental

Above photos ©Alan Tyler 2017 for My Fashion Connect Global.

Going for Pink? Anyone for Donuts? STATE BICYCLE CO. X THE SIMPSONS

Cycling enthusiasts who hanker after the polka dot jersey and the coveted yellow jersey - the top prizes of Tour de France - will go Do-nuts for these.

A new limited edition range of cycling clothes and accessories - the result of a collaboration between State Bicycle brand and The Simpsons of the TV cartoon series - feature the well-loved Donut as its main theme.

Look for a number of collectible items with the classic Homer Simpson donut design, these accessories not only indulge Simpsons fans, but also meet the demands of the urban commuter.

The line consists of a selection of “dad hats” with an adjustable tucker strap, cotton t-shirt, a cycling cap that fits securely under any helmet, jersey in a Race/Euro style with a zip-up front, roll-top backpack made of watherproof Cordura Fabric , water bottle, bar tape, foot straps, and a shock-absorbent  saddle that pairs well with a State/Simpson’s bike. Homer’s favorite food has inspired State to create an entire line of goods that are reliable, durable, and exude flair for your daily commute or ride.

In 2009, State Bicycle was launched by three Arizona cycling addicts in the US. The goal was and remains: to introduce premiere quality, aesthetically striking bicycles to the fixed gear/single speed market at a fantastic price.  T

Their bikes and accessories are  now available online in the US, UK and Europe.

THE SIMPSONS is a Gracie Films Production in association with 20th Century Fox Television. James L. Brooks, Matt Groening, and Al Jean are the Executive Producers. The Gracie Films Worldwide Brand Division develops and produces the licensed content for the series.

United Nude moving flagship from London to L.A.

In preparation for the opening of its new Los Angeles headquarters, the footwear brand United Nude is announcing the closure of its London flagship in Covent Garden with an End of Lease sale.

Coinciding with the move from its Floral Street address, United Nude is inviting all Londoners and customers to visit the store for one last time and shop from both past and present collections, as well as limited edition samples from collaborations counting Iris van Herpen, Zaha Hadid and Issey Miyake.

The in-store ONLY ‘super sale’ will offer shoppers exclusive access to take advan-tage of extensive clearance discounts of up to 80% OFF all United Nude women’s and men’s shoes and accessories collections, and will be held while stocks last, from August 1 through September 24.

The brand was established in 2003 by Dutch architect Rem D Koolhaas, together with Galahad Clark (a seventh generation shoemaker).  Each pair of United Nude shoes is a reinterpretation of an architectural object or seen an exploration of the possibilities offered by movement, colours and materials.
Named winner of a 2016 Wallpaper* Design Award, United Nude is positioned as a world leader in architectural footwear and accessories. The brands shoes are sold in over 50 countries world, with concept stores in Amsterdam, London, Vienna, Tel Aviv, Tokyo, Taipei and Beijing.

All photos by © Lucia Carpio 2017 

Britain’s men get better with age: 75% of men aged 65 and over feel confident about how they look

Don't know how they do it, but according to a recent research from Mintel, British men are like fine wine in that they get better with age.

London-based MOT Models recently set up a division called RETRO in response to latest developments that the post-war baby boomer generation is leading the way in the world of luxury purchases.  Seen here are two of MOT's top models Remco (43) and his father Aad Van Der Linden (72). Photo by Thomas Kettner.

Luxury automobile Mercedes-Benz has announced the launch of their "First fragrance for Men" to add to their lifestyle high-end fashion accessories.  Designed by master perfumers of his time, Olivier Cresp (Firmenich), the new frangrance "reinterprets and enhances the luxury world of Mercedes-Benz, presented in a luxurious yet masculine shaped bottle".   Highly inspired by the brand, Olivier Cresp has dreamt up a naturally sophisticated essence, tinged with refinement and modernity, He chose to combine citrus fruits among others, bergamot from Calabria and mandarin orange from Italy with the violet leaves absolute whose green facets envelop the fragrance's top notes with originality. The heart of the fragrance plays on an exclusive contrast between the overabundant aquatic notes of cascalone® and the powdery accents of violet.
The vibration is provided by spices, bourbon pepper, nutmeg, and galbanum.
Information and photo from Beautypress.com

According to Mintel, as many as 75% of men aged 65 and over feel confident about the way they look, compared to just over half (56%) of men aged 16-24 and an average of 61% of all men.  What is more, while 67% of all men say they look good for their age, this increases to a self-assured 71% of those aged 65 and over.

Interesting Facts:-* 38% of men check themselves in the mirror throughout the day* The facial skincare market is estimated to decline by 4.7% in 2017* Usage of beard products rises from 18% in 2016 to 23% in 2017

Proving Britain’s men are happy to accept ageing with grace, almost four in five (78%) men agree that it is acceptable to have some wrinkles, while 68% agree that skin ageing is a natural process that can’t be stopped. 

Men’s Grooming Face & Beard Care Kit from Scottish Fine Soaps.
Scented with their invigorating Thistle & Black Pepper fragrance, this new kit contains a gentle Face & Beard Soap, Beard Oil, Moisturiser and a branded hardwood beard comb.

Giorgio Armani SS18 Men's Collection
at Milan Fashion Week.
Source: Giorgio Armani

However, while the majority of men adopt a relaxed attitude towards their appearance, two in five (38%) men say they check themselves in the mirror throughout the day, according to Mintel,  rising to 65% of those aged 16-24.  

And, almost one in five (18%) men enjoy taking selfies, rising to 35% of 16-24s. And while 25-34-year-old men are most likely to say they like posting pictures of themselves on social media (39%), those aged 45-54 (13%) are not averse to uploading the odd image too.

Roshida Khanom, Associate Director, Beauty & Personal Care at Mintel, said: “Today's older men are brimming with self confidence, with high proportions thinking that they look good for their age and feeling confident about the way they look. "Following role models such as Pierce Brosnan, Hugh Grant and Colin Firth, Britain’s older men are adopting a relaxed attitude towards ageing with the majority of men agreeing that ageing is acceptable, and that skin ageing is a natural process. "Whilst advertising in the women’s facial skincare category often features photoshopping to optimise the appearance of skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles, such images may not appeal to men. Allowing skin to look aged but healthy may instead have greater resonance.”

The men’s facial skincare category in the UK was valued at £104 million in 2016; however, things are not looking too beautiful for future sales, as this year the market is expected to decline 4.7% with sales dropping to £100 million. 

Giorgio Armani SS18 men's collection
at Milan Fashion Week.
Source: Giorgio Armani

Mintel research highlights a less is more approach towards men’s skincare regimes as only 15% of male moisturiser users apply moisturiser more than once a day, whilst 28% use it a few times a week.   Meanwhile, almost three in 10 (28%) men who use facial skincare products use them when their skin feels like it needs them and a quarter (24%) of men who use facial skincare products say they use them when they remember to do so.

Currently, the top three facial skincare products are soap (87%), moisturiser (50%) and lip balm (38%). There has also been a sharp rise in the number of men using facial wipes which grew from 26% in 2016 to 32% in 2017.

Finally, facial hair remains a growing trend amongst British men. Usage of beard products has risen from 18% in 2016 to 23% in 2017 and almost two in five (38%) men say they pay more attention to their facial hair than their facial skin. 

While 68% of men are removing hair from their jawline, more than half (53%) of males agree that it is fashionable to have a beard, according to Mintel.

“The fact that so many men are removing hair from their jawline, but over half agree that it is fashionable to have a beard, suggests that the beard trend may have evolved to a more flexible approach with men shaping their facial hair rather than sporting full beards or opting for a clean shave.” Roshida of Mintel concludes.