Seattle based store/brand Goods got together again with Crooks & Castles for a collaboration t-shirt. The t-shirt is available in black/gold and white/gold and was released at Goods yesterday, November 10th. We could not think of two brand identities that fit better together, Goods with their double “G” logo and Crooks & Castles with their double “C” logo. The outcome is a classic!

The Garbstore website finally launched. The brand that calls its style “unfamiliar vintage” has presented a really interesting first collection this season. The website gives you some more insight into the brand and they will also launch an online store shortly. You can already check out all the styles. Another interesting thing is, that the online store will carry Garbstore and also Japanese brand Mountain Research, which is pretty much impossible to come by in Europe. Mountain Research is also a very interesting brand, taking each season one theme and entirely dedicating themselves to this theme.

The Surface 2 Air online store is back up and aside from their Fall/Winter 2007 collection, the Parisian label has also added a nice range of quality leather products to their offering. From weekend travelers to different size wallets they offer everything. All products come in premium leathers with a subtle embossed Surface 2 Air logo branding. In terms of colors it also stays simple, in the black and bordeaux tones.
Check out some of the leather product after the jump.

Since 2005, Hellz Bellz has provided fashion alternatives for bold fashionista’s around the globe. Through illicit graphics & progressive designs, Hellz Bellz continues to personify female empowerment and individuality, while defying all rules of conformity. This doesn’t fall short in their Holiday 2007 collection, set to drop in stores any day now.
With military/mod inspired silhouette’s from the early ’60’s british punk era, the collection works within a strict palette of black, white, red, and military green. With references rooted in sound, ranging from The Clash and Sex Pistols all the way to Roxanne Shante, all of which were an inspiration to each piece. Also Kate Moss finds her way back into the collection.
Without a doubt Hellz Bellz continues to raise the bar and sets standards in the womens streetwear market. Strong t-shirts and sophisticated cut & sew make up their new collection. Check out pictures of the entire collection after the jump.

The much anticipated Acronym Fall/Winter 2007 collection has been released today. People that care about technically advanced gear cannot get around Acronym, as they present every season solid and functionally well thought through collections.
Their new Fall/Winter 2007 collection is the largest offering to date and offers a nice selection of jackets, shirts, hoodies, crewneck sweaters and accessories such as bags, beanies and scarfs. At a first look it all appears to be rather simple, but each piece and every stitch have their own purpose.
The Acronym Fall/Winter 2007 collection has been released today at The Glade. Check out all pieces of the collection after the jump.

The new FUCT website launched. The site has a nice look and feel, definitely fitting the brand. In terms of information there is so far not much on there. Also they launched their online store, but for now it is not carrying the new collection. But you should definitely keep an eye on it!

With their Holiday 2007 collection Crooks & Castles makes a big step into becoming a full blown brand. The days of t-shirts, hoodies and New Era caps are clearly over, as the brand has to offer so much more.
Thus you find in their Holiday 2007 collection also denim, leather bombers, down jackets, varsity jackets, leather wallets, a luggage collection, hats, beanies, caps, t-shirts, crewneck sweaters, hoodies, knitwear and much more. Each piece has been carefully branded with Crooks & Castles trademark design, sending a clear message out there.
The Crooks & Castles Holiday 2007 collection is getting into stores now, so keep your eyes open. After the jump a complete look at their offering!

Nexus VII, a brand that has been around for years already, is recently attracting our attention on a regular basis because of their smart and functional clothing. The brand always brings together innovative materials and mixes that with classic pieces, always with a bit of a twist. We already presented you the Gore-Tex pinstripe jackets that were released this season, here is now another highlight.
Nexus VII just released the Gore-Windstopper down jacket. It comes in blue and in black and features the same adjustable cuffs, like the Gore-Tex jacket. The subtle tonal logo application and satin inner lining make it a great piece to have for this season.
Check out more detailed pictures after the jump.

One of our favorite European brands, Ontour, has just opened last week their flagship store in Eindhoven, Netherlands. The brand presents their own collections, specials and also their favorite brands in the store. Also they have an “I Have Pop” exhibition in store at the moment.
In terms of design the store has also been nicely developed. Check out the new Ontour Flagship Store here.

Only very few stores also create very good in-store collections, collections that are so good, that they eventually become brands. Goods from Seattle is one of those stores. Season after season they present a strong line-up of clothing and at a very early stage moved into cut & sew. In the mean time they present a complete cut & sew collection and produce the entire collection in Japan, resulting in outstanding quality and attention to detail.
The Fall/Winter 2007 collection has been released today and consists of plaid shirts, quilted plaid shirts, jackets, t-shirts, windrunners, New Era caps, crewneck sweaters, hoodies and denim. The Goods line is never too loud, always on point and subtle, while still showing off its quality. That is no different with the new collection.
The collection is now available at Goods and will also be available at Huf in San Francisco. Check it out in detail after the jump.