15th November 2009
A new range of diffusion cufflinks to suit new evolving demands is filtering through to a few boutiques and department stores the world over. Their sincerity and sturdy construction are welcomed by a saturated market.
Economic
Out of something negativ...
14th October 2009
Developing a fashionable style takes a quantum of research in life and constant observation of ever changing environments, as the evolution of style and the progress of fashion continue its cycles. To the end it is a culmination of the past and present th...
29th September 2009
In the middle of an autumn afternoon the ocean beneath your feet washes away the sand. The warm sun beats on the back of your neck; Sunset over the ocean, sunset overland. The rocks turn purple and sky pink to the horizon.
On the same day, along way fr...
17th September 2009
From An Egg To A Studebaker And Greyhound Bus, Mapping A Design Process. Designing is a conclusion of ideas, a realization, a time to put pen to paper or ask your bank manager for a loan. The most difficult thing for a creative thinker is administering id...
10th September 2009
As the resurgent popularity of cufflinks enters its third decade of growth we see a return to demand for traditional handmade quality and precious metals and stones. This is supported by a handsome range of mass produced cufflinks. So there is something t...
23rd August 2009
When you plan on going to the office knowing this is the day for getting down and dirty, then dress appropriately, select a suit constructed to endure the rigors of everyday uses and keep the luxury brand for special meetings.
The name on Australian an...
19th August 2009
Look at China as a long term opportunity for fashion production and innovation you’ll join the band wagon for the future.
It’s not all trash that comes of the production lines. Remember in the 60’s it was Japan in the same focus, now we rush out ...
05th August 2009
In a fashion world of more, faster, now, and copycat competition; a handful of online retailers follow a different pathway to succeed as, designer, marketer and collaborator. The way forward is not to compete for customers, but to cooperate with them.
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03rd August 2009
Enter stage left, Elton John, his flamboyant, often outrageous outfits, were overshadowed by his timeless musical talent and uninhibited taste for jewellery. A stylist, songwriter and outlandish showman, no one ever left a concert in disappointment. To ha...
29th June 2009
Take a journey “out of dark through fire and into light”, with colours, black, orange and gold, and you have the origins of the business tie, which date back to 1860 Oxford University and the creation of the first school tie, and, since adopted as the...
17th June 2009
I was privileged enough to recently attend a brief introduction to Paul Smiths forthcoming attractions hosted by one of his Australian representatives. The whole experience was naturally inspirational, and encouraging in so much as his favourite phrase ...
11th June 2009
The 70’s gave birth to a style that has endured more than 3 decades and introduced 2 new generations to its clothing, music and attitude. Punk was not just a whimsical stab at fashion creation; it was a revolution and encapsulated a complete era lifesty...
18th May 2009
A growing demand for cufflinks has driven us to include a broader range from popular brand names. Even with the gloomy economic forecasts, we have a full diary of requests from all over the world.
Some customers have been willing to wait for months, h...
14th May 2009
Wallets have emerged from humble functional origins to become stylish accessories of opulent indulgences. We cover the new breed of wallets here in a short essay of product reviews and historic anecdotes.
Since the 80’s a few brand names have perpetu...
01st May 2009
The clothes we wear convey style, taste and state of mind. In portrayal of this end and maximising expenditure we tread wisely, avoiding the expensive dips and dives of high fashion. In a designer led society more emphasis is placed on “style longevity...
