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Fred Perry's Huge Collab, Matthew Williamson's New Knits, and Alexander Wang's JT Mention

All the bits fit to print here, in our daily news roundup.


All the bits fit to print here, in our daily news roundup.

  • Matthew Williamson has teamed with heritage brand Ballantyne on a knitwear capsule for both men and women. [Vogue UK]
  • Angela Missoni left her label's Fall 2013 men's show early to avoid the barrage of reporters waiting to ask about her brother's disappearance. [On the Runway]
  • Fred Perry is celebrating its 60th anniversary by inviting 60 personalities — from designers like Raf Simons to publications like i-D Magazine — to create unique takes on Perry's iconic polo shirt. [Style.com]
  • Even from an early age, Wren's Melissa Coker found inspiration in '60s style. [Fashionista]
  • Speaking of retro fashion, Cameron Silver of Decades believes that buying vintage hones a collector's eye: "I love the idea that someone might be wearing something that is sixty years old and still look totally current," he said. "True vintage fans generally understand this and even learn to buy modern clothing much more intelligently." [AnotherMag]
  • Swatch has acquired Harry Winston for $750 million. [WWD]
  • Net-a-Porter's sales have risen 55 percent since last year. [Telegraph]
  • Alexander Wang is mentioned in Justin Timberlake's new single, "Suit & Tie." [YouTube]

Shopping

Wrist Factor: Colorful Watches For Summer

It might not be the most obvious seasonal swap, but don't forget to change out your metal and leather wrist gear for a lighter, brighter hue this Summer.


It might not be the most obvious seasonal swap, but don't forget to change out your metal and leather wrist gear for a lighter, brighter hue this Summer. With vibrant colors on our mind, we've compiled our favorite watches in a range of rainbow hues: think hot pink, cobalt blue, and even a sweet lavender from Swatch, Nixon, Marc by Marc Jacobs, and Timex. Shop now.

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Swatch Color Codes Are Way Cools

I've been waiting for Swatch's big comeback.

I've been waiting for Swatch's big comeback. I remember my brother's in the '80s like it was yesterday . . . and he had a radical orange Swatch guard on it. Way cools. Swatch's new Color Code collection may be it, folks. Priced at the $50 soft spot, these funky plastic watches come in a candy array of colors, with contrasting numbers on the dial. Perfect as a gift for your brother, your lover, or yourself.

Look of the Day

Look of the Day: Secondhand Fabulous

jezrel is secondhand fabulous.

jezrel is secondhand fabulous. Her rocking blazer was handed down from her mom — lucky gal! I like how her menswear-inspired ensemble perfectly balances the masculine and feminine. Note the macho gold watch. Love it.

Here's what she has on:

  • Blazer: YSL
  • Shorts: Ralph Lauren
  • Cami: Burberry
  • Shoes: Burberry
  • Necklace: Joseph
  • Watch: Swatch
  • Shades: Ray-Ban
  • Bag: Elliot Luca

Congrats to jezrel!

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Fab Ad: Swatch Spring/Summer '08

I can never resist a Beatles tribute and that's why this Spring/Summer '08 Swatch ad campaign stood out to me when I was reading the digital version of V magazine.

I can never resist a Beatles tribute and that's why this Spring/Summer '08 Swatch ad campaign stood out to me when I was reading the digital version of V magazine. The girlie minidresses and shorts the models are sporting paint quite the fashionable picture. I'll admit that I've never thought of Swatch watches as cool, but these ads are helping to change my view. What is especially smart about these ads is that each watch style is complemented with a story. And in advertising, it's all about building that emotional connection with your customer. If you're an earthy kind of girl, chances are urban safari scene will appeal to you. If glitz and glamour is your thing, the dancers in poufy gowns will be right up your alley, or shall I say, gated community. Do these ads spark your interest?

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