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Sustainable Trainers for 2020

Good News London is specialized in producing sustainable trainers. All the raw materials they have chosen are eco-friendly.

Good News Slider Sneaker - Denim Good News Ace Sneaker - Brown Check Good News Ace Sneaker - Neon Check Good News Ace Sneaker - Navy Good News Hurler 2 Low Sneaker - Navy Good News Bagger Low Sneaker - Oatmeal Gum

The rubber outsole is made of recycled rubber. They have turned used tyre to a bouncy outsole by going through a set of softening process.

 

Normal footbed is made of petroleum. Yet, Good News’ are made of bio-oil extracted from Castor beans – they are not only sustainable but also more comfortable than other insoles.

 

 

See more sustainable trainers from Good News…

 

 

Also read: Shop Good News Hurler 2 Low

Vintage Denim Jacket – Stevenson Overall Co

Today, we would like to introduce you a vintage denim jacket from Japan – the Saddle Horn Type II

 

Stevenson Overall Co. Saddle Horn Type II Jacket

Indigo

This denim jacket is special in a way that the fabric is exclusively provided to Stevenson Overall, from a factory called Kuroki Mills. These are the finest Zimbabwe cotton to create soft and durable denim. This 11oz selvedge denim has a raw and sturdy texture.

 

Stevenson Overall Co. Saddle Horn Type II Jacket

 

Stevenson Overall Co. Saddle Horn Type II Jacket

Stevenson Overall Co. Saddle Horn Type II Jacket

 

You will find the white and green selvedge inside the denim jacket, finished with single-stitch flat felled seams. There are also other vintage details such as an adjustable belt with vintage buckle and rivets to hold the pockets.

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Also read: Shop Polar Skate Pocket Puffer

Shop Denim Trench Coat from Kuro

In this Spring season, we have the new denim trench coat from Kuro, a Japanese denim clothing label.

 

Kuro Remake Denim Trench Coat - Faded Indigo Assort

 

All Kuro’s denim products are made in Okayama, the denim capital. They are all dyed and crafted with the finest material and craftsmanship. This trench coat is in faded indigo. Yet, it is also paired with patch work and unbalanced pockets.

 

Kuro Remake Denim Trench Coat - Faded Indigo Assort The trench coat is made of selvedge denim, which is more sturdy and durable.

 

Kuro Remake Denim Trench Coat - Faded Indigo Assort

 

Kuro has also added two belt loop hole for those who would like to use a belt on a trench coat.

 

 

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Also read: Stevenson Overall Shirt – Japan Made Vintage Wear

Shop Good News Hurler 2 Low Sneaker

Hurler 2 Low Sneaker is one of the core items from Good News. Although it has a similar silhouette as the ACE sneakers, the Hurler always differentiate with an unique stripe pattern.  This season, it is in Navy with white stripe.

Good News Hurler 2 Low Sneaker - Navy

Navy

Good News Hurler 2 Low Sneaker - Navy

 

The lace and canvas weave upper is made with organic cotton. And all the eyelets are shinny metals, with Good News’ logo engraved.

Good News Hurler 2 Low Sneaker - Navy

Since Good News is a sustainable sneakers brand, all the raw materials are eco-friendly. The rubber outsole is made of recycled rubber, which comes from used tyre. They have gone through a set of softening process to become this comfortable and bouncy outsole.

Good News Hurler 2 Low Sneaker - Navy

Even the footbed is environmental friendly. A normal footbed is usually made of petroleum. Yet, Good News has figured out to replace it with bio-oil extracted from Castor beans. As a result, they are not only sustainable but also more comfortable than other insoles.

Good News Hurler 2 Low Sneaker - Navy

See more from Good News…

 

Also read: Good News Ace Sneakers

Shop Kuro Cotton Padding Vest

Kuro, a premium Japanese denim clothing label, has released the Cotton Padding Vest in their AW19 collections.

 

Kuro Cotton Padding Vest - Ivory

Ivory

This beautiful ivory vest is made in Japan with 5mm Dazai corduroy. It has a very soft and smooth texture.

 

Kuro Cotton Padding Vest - Ivory

It features press buttons that is barely visible and is only highlighted with a metal ring. Instead of hand pockets, it comes with a large chest pocket at a lower position for your convenience.

Kuro Cotton Padding Vest - Ivory

The lining and batting is made with 100% polyester.

 

Kuro Cotton Padding Vest - Ivory

At the back, it has an adjuster belt with vintage rivet to hold its position.

 

Kuro Cotton Padding Vest - Ivory

 

It is loose fit and fits perfectly with other corduroy collections from Kuro.

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Shop Fatigue Pants from Monitaly

Fatigue pants refer to a more causal type of pants military personnel wear, as opposed to the formal military uniforms. They usually wear these pants when they are doing extra duties or menial labor. As a result, these pants are usually very functional and durable. They have a relaxed fit with a handful of pockets, and is usually waxed for water repellent.

 

Monitaly Fatigue Pants - Vancloth Sateen Black

 

 

Our latest arrivals from Monitaly include a vintage fatigue pants. Based on the silhouette of a classic military pants, Monitaly upgraded it with their patented Vancloth fabrics (Sateen version), which is water repellent.

 

Monitaly Fatigue Pants - Vancloth Sateen Black

 

And the Monitaly has used Military-standard melamine buttons together with a double-stitching construction to craft this pants. Thus, it is extremely durable. And the front pockets are also extended to a greater depth – to allow you to put more belongings into it.

 

Shop more vintage military wear from Monitaly:

 

 

Also read: Monitaly Type B Jacket

News – Japanese brand 45R

The brand 45R is a slow fashion label from Japan. Their products have a signature color of indigo – Japan blue. These beautiful blue color will fade overtime and feature the characteristic of the user. 

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Photo Source: 45R

The brand was established in 1977 in Tokyo. It was first targeting the female market with the name “45 rpm”. In the next year, they expanded to the male market with the line “45 rpm BOYS”. And now, the brands have expanded to all over the world.

45r

Photo Source: 45R

Their products are extremely comfortable with a long-lasting designs. They have combined vintage and traditional style with modern garments. And they aim to share their belief and happiness with customers.

See more blue items…

 

 

Also read: Japan Brand – Austere Japan Koromo

Editor’s pick – Filippa K Lyon Wool Coat

The Scandinavian clothing label Filippa K is famous for their clean and simple designs. They are also sustainable, not only because they use eco friendly material, but also because of their long lasting designs. We suggest Filippa K’s products for a smart causal outfit as they have a regular cutting with subtle design and color. And their lyon wool coat is perfect as an outerwear in winter.

 

Filippa K Lyon Wool Coat - Dark Navy

Dark Navy

 

 

Filippa K Lyon Wool Coat - Dark Mole

Dark Mole

Filippa K Lyon Wool Coat - Dark Mole

 

The coat has a regular fit with three button closure at the front.

 

Filippa K Lyon Wool Coat - Dark Mole

It has two welt pockets and two inner chest pockets.

Filippa K Lyon Wool Coat - Dark Navy

 

It has a notch collar. And the fabric of the coat is woven in Italy.

filippa k coat

See more Filippa K products…

 

Also read: Scandinavian Fashion – Filippa K

Coming Soon – Stevenson Overall Athletic Jacket

In the coming AW19 collection, we will bring you Stevenson Overall Athletic Jacket. If you are familiar with this Japanese clothing label, you will know they insist to keep the traditional production techniques and vintage styles. More than that, they have injected modern and novel details into their designs. 

 

Stevenson Overall Detachable Hooded Athletic Jacket 3

Photo Source: Stevenson Overall Co.

Stevenson Overall Detachable Hooded Athletic Jacket 2

Photo Source: Stevenson Overall Co.

Like a classic athletic jacket, it has a relaxed fit with elasticity. And it has a button closure with two hand pockets. The garment is made in Japan with Wool Blended Fleece (Cotton 58%; Wool 42%). Moreover, it is knitted with wool yarn on the outer layer while is uses cotton on the inner layer. Thus, it is very comfortable, soft and warm to wear.

 

What differentiate it from a normal athletic jacket is the hood.  Stevenson Overall Athletic Jacket has a detachable hood with snap buttons. You can attach or detach the hood as you like easily.

 

It is also available in Olive:

Stevenson Overall Detachable Hooded Athletic Jacket Olive

Source from Stevenson Overall Co.

 

It will be available at ANDJOY in Winter 2019.

 

 

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News – The New MTG B1000XBD

G-SHOCK has added a new style to the Metal-Twisted G-SHOCK (MTG) collection – the MTG B1000XBD.

 

If you are familiar with the MTG, then you will know the strong functionality – tough solar movement, chronograph layout, dual time display, Bluetooth connectivity, Sapphire Glass with non-reflective coating, super illuminator and  time calibration signal reception etc. These are all on the new MTG B1000XBD.

 

Despite the classic design of a MTG, what you will find on the MTG B1000XBD is the carbon bezel. The carbon-fibre bezel has replaced the traditional stainless steel, which lower its weight to 171g only (Classic MTG B1000D weights 182g). Moreover, it has equipped with G-SHOCK carbon-fibre reinforced resin case for greater protection. And of course, beneath the bezel, you still have a stainless steel core guard and band.

 

MTG B1000XBD

MTG B1000XBD

MTG B1000XBD

Photo Source: G-SHOCK

 

If you are a more sporty user, it also comes with an alternative model with a rubber band. The accent will be blue and black instead.

 

MTG B1000XBD

Photo Source: G-SHOCK

 

 

Also read: G-SHOCK 5000 Series in Titanium