Uniform Journal SS001
UJSS launches today, with a candid view into fashion news through my lens. Join me as I share thoughts on current events, recent pick ups, podcasts, articles and more that shape my daily life and uniform.
Stephane Ashpool BOF Podcast
The Olympic have come and gone, but this is a good one. Stephane Ashpool discussed his journey and how each step led him to designing the French national team’s Olympic uniforms in partnership Le Coq Sportif. He also offers up some great advice to people who are interested in breaking into the fashion industry.
Kerwin Frost Talks to Tremaine Emory, Bloody Osiris, and A$AP NAST
This is one of the best videos Complex has shared in a very long time. Kerwin Frost Talks new season is here, the first episode takes a genuine look at their journeys in fashion and the legacy of Virgil Abloh. I won’t summarize it, but it made me feel something. This is one of those videos I’ll bookmark and come back to when I need some inspiration.
Being the creative director of Dr. Martens
I’ve always been a fan of Dr. Martens. Just got a new pair of their Lowell’s. I enjoyed listening to this conversation with Darren McKoy, Creative Director of Dr. Martens. Darren shares some thoughts on the successes of this iconic brand. McKoy talks about his unconventional entry into fashion, how he keeps creativity working with business strategy, and some of the aggravations and rewards involved in working for this brand. He explores the continuing appeal across generations and subcultures of Dr Martens—the boot has remained largely unchanged for over 60 years. Furthermore, he points out how such collaborations are really going to stretch the creative bounds and says that, in consumer preference, there will be a shift towards simplicity and authenticity. He also talks about the sustainability of fashion and the recent collaboration with Central Saint Martins, which very much epitomizes the coming together of creative vision and what is more practical in terms of manufacture.
Nepenthes coming to LA
I don’t know who is consulting these brands coming to LA but please hit me up. I’m not sure if the image actually represents the location, but if it does, this is on Los Angeles St. in DTLA. This is feeling like SNS opening on Venice Boardwalk, but worse. There is zero foot traffic for their consumer, no parking and it’s right up against skid row. Blends opening on this block 10ish years ago made it feel like things may change for the better, but the fact of the matter is $99 suit shops run that street. Nepenthes is one of my favorite shops, so I guess I’m just feeling bummed to know this location is where they may land.
RC Outdoor Supply dropped this past week
The latest diffusion line comes from Reese Cooper and Pacsun. RC Outdoor Supply launched over the weekend and it seems to be resonating well with consumers. The 30-piece limited line features men’s and women’s outerwear and technical apparel with a fairly accessible price range. It’s being sold at Pacsun and RC Outdoor Supply. I’m assuming the performance will determine how long this goes on, but I’m here for it. Is Pacsun the best at launching and sustaining these types of brand partnerships/collections?
Saks Fifth Avenue owes hundreds of thousands of dollars to dozens of brands
Following Ryan Babenzian’s LinkedIn post from a week ago, Glossy wrote this article discussing Saks Fifth Avenue’s outstanding payments to vendors. I haven’t really thought about wholesaling Uniform Journal for a few reasons, but getting paid by a retailer is definitely one of the main reason I haven’t put more effort into it. I’ve been on both sides before and it’s a terrible feeling. Everything I currently make is self funded. Companies have become too comfortable playing with peoples money and it needs to stop. The fact that NET30 used to be the norm and now most companies are pushing NET60 & NET90 is wild to me. How is a small business supposed to operate when multiple accounts are behind on payment, but also want you to keep delivering future seasons on good faith!? Shout out to Ryan for speaking up on this and uplifting another brand by gifting them the $15,000 he was able to recoup, but chasing your money for a year, months after all the product sold through is unacceptable. Retailers (and anyone paying for services or goods), do better.
adidas CRAZYCHAOS 2000 Shoes
These aren’t bad.
Holler at me.
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