Lalesso | Resort 2015

adidas Originals ZX Flux Base Pack

If one was to glance in my closet, they would be embraced by a blatant glare of shade of cool blue. How I procured these items of clothing clothing in this particular shade is somewhat of an enigma to me, well perhaps not that mysterious. Unconsciously at any given occasion, my subconscious will naturally gravitate towards this shade. 

Adriaan Kuiters + Jody Paulsen AW14 Campaign

I have always had great admiration for the brand adriaan Kuiters, mainly ( more now than before) for the new approach to South African menswear, which seems to be a somewhat of a transition from the aesthetic we came to know three years ago. What began as a mere admiration turn into a strong love affair when the collaboration with my once upon a crush, artist Jody Paulsen began amid the MBFWCT last year.

SOL-SOL | A calm breeze — first collection

Shop the collection which consists of basic menswear staple pieces like parka's, tee's, caps, beanies and chinos here.

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PICHULIK AW14

My love with Pichulik developed somewhat two years ago when the mutual collaboration with fashion brand Lalesso created  a marriage between the Lalesso fabrics with the Pichulik ropes and accessories (see here) , this love if fueled with great admiration and African pride each season. The AW14 campaign lookbook was photographed by Danielle Klopper with amazing  styling by Leonie von Hase and modeled by Mignonne van Eeden.

 This collection is inspired by the photography of Helmut Newton and his intimate portraits of powerful women in their own personal spaces.  Jewellery is worn close to a woman’s skin, brushes her neck, clasps her earlobe. AW 2014 invites our brave lady on some close up encounters. With jewel tones and wooden parts, suede and agate stones and tassels, this collection skirts the glamour of 70s disco, and the soul of psychedelia. Kick those platforms off and dance on those carpeted floors and wooden-clad lounges till the dawn meets your cat-lined eyes.

Shop the AW14 collection here. 

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Raf Simons x adidas Fall/Winter 2014

How amazing is the latest collaborative collection between designer RafSinons x adidas? The range composes of idiosyntric vibrant silhouettes on one foot and mininal tones that draw ifluences from the classic Stan Smith on ther other ( and by influences I mean the perforated 3 stripes have been replaced with the 'R') . The more high fashion part of the collaboration includes new seasonal colorways, camo with a bounce and what looked like moon boots, which I found hideous and did not include in this post (google them, I bet you'll agree) .

The Raf Simons for adidas A/W 2014 collection will soon be available at select retailers not sure about South African retailers though.

Giveaway | Neon Run Cape Town

Hello sweets I know it has been a while and I too, am very disappointing in myself.  The truth is, I have been rather lazy lately and that lead to the lack of interest in the blog.  Anyhow, moving right along.

I recently discovered how fun running could be, along with the health benefits, I also found that it could possibly be the one thing I am actually good at. Now don't get me wrong, I am not saying I could win the Old Mutual two oceans marathon but I am really good at it.  Anyway enough about me, as you may or may not have heard the Neon Run, South Africa’s most electric and glowing 5km run, is heading for the Mother City this Saturday the 10^th of May 2014 and I do not know about you but I for one am super excited.

The event will consist of a 5km fun run, through different glow zones, and will end in an electric music festival with entertainment by some of SA’s top artists including Chris Taylor, Dean Fuel, ShortStraw, The Kiffness and 5FM’s Roger Goode.

  Neon Run SA aims at bringing thousands of people of all ages and nationalities together under the night skies in one exciting and unique event.  It’s all about having fun and experiencing the Neon lifestyle, whether you are running, walking, skating, rollerblading or cycling as an individual or in a group.  Participants can look forward to several amazing light points with out-of-this world light displays, fire and poi dancers, food stalls and a fully stocked bar. There will also be plenty of seating for those who wish to rest their legs after the race.

Colourful glowing paint and glow sticks will be available at the event, and participants are encouraged to wear any colours that glow such as neon and whites - the crazier the better! There will be spot prizes on the day including a weekend away at the Fire & Ice 4 Star Hotel and other fantastic giveaways.

Neon Run also aims to spread the glow in SA and have announced Life Choices as their official charity partner – a vibrant Youth Organisation working in Cape Town. Sponsors of this fun-filled festival include, 5fm, DSTV, ABI, Coca-Cola, Powerade, Runner’s World and Planet Fitness.

Don’t miss out on SA’s biggest GLOWING event and get your tickets today.

Dates: 10th May 2014

Time: 15h00 – 23h00, Race starts: 18:30

Venue:  Cape Town Stadium, Forecourt.

Tickets: Normal Tickets R220, R180 per person for group entries of 4 people or more and R90 for children (all tickets come with glow sticks)

Buy your tickets for Neon Run in Cape Town at Quicket here.

As part of my excitement, I am giving away a sets of double tickets so you too can be part  of the fun.

Tweet me the following :   < insert greeting here > @BoyIn_PR I would love to be  part of the  #NeonRunSA fun this Sat 10th May OR leave a comment on the comment section below.

OH!!! BTW: You have to be Cape Town based or we willing to travel to Cape Town for the event at your own cost and only one entry per person.

adidas Originals ZX Flux SS14 Weave Pack

adidas Originals made an addition to their growing #ZXFamily by offering the runner the ZX Flux woven pack for Spring/Summer 2014, modern and minimal design the Weave pack comes in a variety of colorways and It said launches on March 29th at select adidas stockists.

Taking #ZXFamily street smarts into bold new territories, adidas Originals presents the ZX Flux Weave Pack. True to its task and even closer to the core, the Weave Pack’s singular woven upper writes a whole new chapter for ZX style. With clean graphic overlays and classic ZX accents, the foundations stay rooted and the form stays fluid. A seamless blend of intuition and instinct, it’s just one more step in original pioneer spirit.

From the legacy of a futuristic silhouette that dared to be different, the new ZX FLUX offers understated style that’s ready to perform - a blank canvas waiting for the mark of the pioneers putting it on.

MBFWJ | MARIANNE FASSLER

Committed to reflecting a unique South African Identity, Marianne Fassler remained true to her eclectic aesthetic of marrying unexpected textiles. The collection was a fresh contemporary elucidation on the current  (Plaid/Tartan) trend through graphical elements that explore the becoming of South Africa. She contrasts tribal leopard skins with formal British influences , threading her signature emphasis with the use colour to celebrate the rainbow nation,  intense use of animal print, dye, sheer with glittery detailing.

Topshop X adidas Originals

Topshop has collaborated with sportswear brand adidas Originals to create a 20-piece collection, available in stores as at the 20 March ( V&A Waterfront | Sandton City ). The infusion of sportswear with youthful femininity gives the collection versatility that can easily transcend as an everyday fashion staple and sports performance. 

The Topshop design team has raided the adidas Originals archives and reimagined heritage classics in unique street style looks. Classics are re-animated in bespoke prints and re-engineered by cutting edge designers to create the ultimate capsule collection. Iconic silhouettes have been taken right back to basics then cut up for a fresh take on urban favourites. Basic fits are slimmed down while attitude is ramped up.

Prints are inspired by London landscapes as Adidas Originals’ urban heritage comes out to play, preaching new rules and taking no prisoners. The iconic 3 stripes and trefoil shout out from graffiti graphics and high-rise repeats, staking their territory and winning the game.