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Yardsale Autumn/Winter 2016 Lookbook

Posted on November 26, 2016November 26, 2016 by bythelevel

London's Yardsale have dropped a new set of visuals showcasing their latest wares for the colder months.

The Autumn/Winter collection blends various influences throughout, with a recognisably 90's aesthetic - drawing inspiration from classic american sportswear and translating this on the more considered cut & sew options which include light jackets and quart zip pullovers. Yardsale also give a nod to their British heritage, referencing traditional style pieces with the addition of classic materials such as velour and corduroy, and applying a rich colour palette of burgundy and navy on key pieces. The brands popular signature logo features heavily throughout, emblazoned across various styles including tees, crewneck jumpers, Harrington jackets and caps.

You can pick up the latest collection from Yardsale over on their website now

Watch: Poetic Collective – Magnolia

Posted on November 25, 2016November 25, 2016 by bythelevel

Filmmaker Robin Pailler has combined with Malmö based brand Poetic Collective on a new video dubbed “Magnolia” with the support of Levis Skateboarding. The 6-minute clip documents riders Tom Botwid, Sarah Meurle, Samuel Norgren, Danny Westin, Simon Källkvist, Peter Johansson & Johannes Packalen over 4 days in the brands native city.

Watch the full clip above and head over to www.poeticcollective.com for more.

Footpatrol x Diadora present ‘The Macchiato’

Posted on November 24, 2016November 26, 2016 by bythelevel

Inspired by the Foothills of the Dolomites, Footpatrol have combined with Italian sportswear giants Diadora on the "Macchiato" pack this season.

Consisting of the brands popular V.7000 and B’Elite silhouettes, the pack draws from the regions rich heritage in producing quality coffee's and deserts, taking cues from the rustic backdrop to inform the Rich Beige colour-palette applied throughout the release. Both styles have been upgraded with a plush pig skin suede on the entirety of the upper, with tonal lacing and contrasting white leather panelling on the tongue - representing the white foam cloud that sits on top of the Macchiato. Final touches include embroidered gold Diadora logo detailing on the tongue and debossed Footpatrol branding on the heel of the V7000, while both premium uppers sit on top of a stark white sole unit for a clean finish.

Footpatrol and Diadora also came together on a short video piece, delving in to the landscape and culture of Veneto in Northeastern Italy, to give further insight in to the inspirations behind the release. The "Macchiato" pack will be available exclusively at Footpatrol, both in-store and online, from Friday the 25th of November.

Watch: Soy Panday – The Zebra and the Hypercube

Posted on November 23, 2016 by bythelevel

Uni delve in to the mind of Soy Panday and his creative process in their latest video project, as they follow him creating a custom hand made deck design from scratch using the brands Posca pens. Aside from the obvious product placement, the video is pretty mesmerising (probably helped along by the French accent) and it’s a great insight in to the Magenta designers approach and technique when designing his graphics, check it out above!

If you haven’t already be sure out our in-depth interview with Soy HERE

Blacksmith Winter 2016 Lookbook

Posted on November 22, 2016 by bythelevel

London based Blacksmith Store combine with in-demand photographer Vicky Grout on this simplistic lookbook, showcasing their latest offerings from the stores in-house line for Winter 2016.

The collection draws inspiration from "a wealth of nostalgic British subculture and anti-establishment iconography", giving a nod towards the cultural deterioration of Great Britain. Blacksmith channel the anguish and aggression manifested amongst UK's youth, while referencing niche 80's and 90's movements in music and film, and these themes have been translated on to graphics tees, hoodies and embroidered headwear. The collection is rounded off with a concise range of carefully constructed outerwear as the brand combines with sportswear giants Champion on light hooded rain jackets and block coloured quarter zip pullovers.

You can take a closer look at the collection in the lookbook above. The Blacksmith Store Winter 2016 collection is available exclusively on the brands webstore now, as well as Perth's StreetX over in Australia.

Watch: FUTUR – Timeline 03

Posted on November 19, 2016 by bythelevel

As the latest collection from the brand arrives in stores worldwide, FUTUR drop the latest instalment in their ‘Timeline’ video series. Filmed and edited by Yoan Taillandier, Timeline 03 captures Juan Saavedra, Santiago Sasson, Karl Salah, Jacopo Carozzi, Andrea di Liddo and Gaspare Gentile in the streets of Milan and Rome.

Watch the full clip above and head to www.futurinc.eu for more

SAYHELLO Autumn/Winter 2016 Lookbook

Posted on November 19, 2016November 19, 2016 by bythelevel

Tokyo's SAY HELLO are back with a brand new offering for the colder months which is showcased in their latest set of visuals for Autumn/Winter 2016.

The collection aligns with their previous release, utilising reworked logo designs which have been printed and embroidered across staple pieces including, tees, long sleeves, hoodies and a selection of headwear. The brand has expanded their range to include various outerwear options, with the stand outs being the lined coach jackets with subtle embroidered branding and lightweight hooded rain jackets.

You can take a closer look at the collection in the lookbook above and head over to www.sayhellotokyo.com for more information. The latest drop from SAY HELLO is expected to arrive in the UK in the coming weeks.