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Jean-Charles de Castelbajac Releases Fashion Anthology

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Jean-Charles de Castelbajac, the “King of the Unconventional,” looks back on his eccentric kingdom with the release of a new anthology – “Fashion, Art, & Rock ‘n’ Roll.”

Fashion icon may be too small a moniker when looking through all 352 pages of this historical tome. Glossy photos of Lady Gaga’s Kermit the Frog ensemble and Rihanna’s Donald Duck dress prove the immense cultural shake that Castelbajac has given fashion – outfitting celebrities and even the Pope in his own crazy, graphically-visual image. This new compendium, however, breaks down the man behind the legend and refocuses the spotlight onto how his work has shaped artistic expression, and even the designer himself, throughout the decades. With more so a paintbrush than a needle and thread, Castelbajac carves out a place for himself in the pantheon of design through iconic moments that reflect his seminal work – where would Annie Hall be without that oversized tie and vest after all? Relive the candy-colored craze of Castelbajac and his many fashion friends with this one-of-a-kind anthology – it’s fashion required reading.

“Fashion, Art, & Rock ‘n’ Roll” will be available online October 15, 2016.

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Ian Harding Named LAB SERIES Global Brand Ambassador

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LAB SERIES Skincare for Men announces actor and philanthropic it-boy Ian Harding as their new Global Brand Ambassador. Best known for his role in Freeform’s hit show “Pretty Little Liars,” Harding has mastered the artful balance of celebrity & do-gooder through his partnership with the Lupus Foundation of America. As LAB SERIES’ new Global Brand Ambassador, Harding becomes the face of a company whose “life is a lab” mantra has kept men looking healthy and vitalized for over 3 decades.

Ian HardingImage: LAB SERIES Skincare for Men.

Ian HardingImage: LAB SERIES Skincare for Men.

This latest announcement arrives just in time for the release of Lab Series’ new Cooling Shave Cream and Rescue Water Lotion, Harding’s first campaign for the grooming company. When used in conjunction, or as part of the new “Anything But” routine, these two products create the most precise shave a man can achieve.

Both the Cooling Shave Cream and Rescue Water Lotion are available online now.

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Cotton Citizen Moves to Melrose Place

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Cotton Citizen is no stranger to the Los Angeles scene, its unique color stories and textile washes reflect its consumer location in a powerful light. Furthering its hold on the area, the brand spreads its uniquely timeless mission to Melrose Place with a visually intriguing new location.

Homegrown, and rightfully so, Cotton Citizen has generated a look that is timeless, understated, yet exceedingly mode – channeling this youthful energy into the brick and mortar of the new addition. With an almost subterranean feel, the store is an eclectic hybrid of light and shadows. Warm color illuminates frosty mint pieces as they hang in pods cut into the wall or are folded onto tables whose floor lighting gives the appearance of untethered suspension. The new location stocks varying silhouettes of a single color that fluctuates periodically, a move which showcases the brand’s love for garment dyes and quality product – all of which are produced within the confines of Los Angeles. The innovative and architecturally exquisite location is the crowning jewel of Cotton Citizen’s rapidly growing empire.

The Melrose Place location of Cotton Citizen is located at 8463 Melrose Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90069 and is open now.

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Drake’s Autumn/Winter 2016 Lookbook

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Quintessentially British, Drake’s Autumn/Winter 2016 lookbook is a break from tradition and a full embrace of the completely uniformed collection, featuring Jason Jules, the British designer and writer, and model Eshan Kali – both icons of British style. The undisputed highlight, and major milestone for the brand itself, is that, for the first time since Drake’s inception, the label will be offering its own British-made denim and dress trousers, allowing the full ideology of the campaign to showcase itself properly from head to toe.

Focusing on the outdoors and the incredible wildlife that Britain offers, the collection draws subtle comparisons to the unkempt and unruly tendencies of the natural world, internalizing the external within its fabrics. Jackets become rustic, knitwear becomes purposeful, and texture takes an important front seat as all pieces combine for the perfect outdoorsman ensemble. Bold yet tasteful, the collection is an ideal way to profess a love of all things wild while staying true to a classic British tailoring, one that has proved its immense staying power through the decades. Pair a bright vest with a dark overcoat and top with a true explorer’s beanie to let an exciting adventure begin.

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Paul Smith and Apple Music Celebrate Music

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Fresh off the brightly colored runway of Paris Fashion Week, Paul Smith teams up with Apple Music for an exclusive celebration of music and the namesake designer’s personal inspirations. “From the album artwork to the friendships I’ve built over the years with musicians, it’s all a part of my creative process,” says Smith of music’s influence on him and his tried-and-true design philosophies.

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Divided into three separately themed playlists – each more personal than the last – the collaboration brings fans closer to the man behind the leading British brand. With “Around the World in 20 Tracks” Smith displays his globetrotting passions and desire for fresh experiences, though “Something Old, Something New,” a playlist in four parts, proves inspiration can be found anywhere and in everything. Ending on a much more personal note, “From Herble to Holiday” is a time-traveling ode to all of the jazz musicians Smith experienced live during his youth. When played in succession the three playlists provide the listener a genre-hopping ride through a legendary designer’s inspirational life – celebrating his connection to music and the way in which its influence has shaped him.

Paul SmithImage: Apple Music.

Listen to the legend speak on the power of music through his own words online now and tune in to the three playlists, available exclusively on Apple Music.

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Alasdair McLellan Releases Palace Photo Book

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PalaceImage: Dover Street Market New York.

The dirt and grime that birthed a fashion revolution comes to colorful life in a new photo collection from Dover Street Market New York, The Palace Book. From Alasdair McLellan and Lev Tanju, 120 photographs paint a picture of bleak beginnings and inspiring triumphs as Palace becomes the voice of a generation.

PalaceImage: Dover Street Market New York.
PalaceImage: Dover Street Market New York.

The glossy yellow cover harkens a time when the testament of British youth was in flux and the struggle to find footing in a changing world manifested itself in a new culture. Complete with 7,000 words of text and original Palace graphics, the photo compilation also includes an iron-on t-shirt transfer to allow the reader a completely immersive experience into the pop/punk world that Palace stimulates.

PalaceImage: Dover Street Market New York.

A must have for any who have grown to love the iconic skateboards, or simply the skateboard culture, this book is more than just a collection of photos, it is a beacon for those on the outskirts and who want to keep it that way.

The Palace Book is available online now.