We all know the Earl. Its a staple in the Original Penguin collection. 100% cotton pique polo shirt, with that old-school heritage fit, and that contrast trim collar, sleeves and placket the detail that makes the whole garment just pop.
What new on the street? This week we are doing a run down on some great looks that utilize braces. These British fashion staples never seem to fade. Enjoy. Oh by the way....Be on the lookout for the weekly street sightings and just more plain cool stuff on the TensionWIRE blog...its coming.
First appearing in the late 1880s with the
creation of adult three-wheeled Motowagen by Karl Benz, the pedal car
has delighted generations of car-loving kids. Soon after its creation,
the pedal car was a widespread hit mainly in car obsessed countries like
the US, England and Australia. In the early 1900s...
When you think of aviator sunglasses, you may think of a scene from the
movie, Top Gun, or maybe you think of your favorite band. But no matter
what you think of, the theme of uber hip and cool always comes to mind.
Popularized by the British punk movements and then Studded, painted and
ripped even more by the 1980s kids - leather jackets are a punk staple. This is a
short collection of a few internet favorites and some real works of awesome.
A staple of British fashion over
the last 100 years, brace suspenders (or braces) were originally
strictly utilitarian in function. Braces made their initial foray into
fashion popularity in the late 60s as the Mod movement gained popularity
and Mod youths began to adopt practical blue-collar clothing styles...
Introduced by Ray-Ban in 1952, wayfarer sunglasses
have been keepin it cool for men and women for generations. Known for
their trapezoidal frame and sturdy arms, wayfarers exude a type of cool
and strong demeanor that is often unmatched by other styles....
Music has always had a direct influence on lifestyle, which has, in
turn, has a direct influence on fashion. Here is Rockabilly style, the
ultimate combination of tradition, music and fashion...
Steampunk is an unique mixture of Victorian style, Science Fiction
& Futurism. Steampunk uses the Victorian era of steam power as a
template for its futuristic and often amazing artworks. The combination of styles
is currently being demonstrated on fashion, clothing and jewelry to great
affect.
This is a short history of the enduring popularity of the British gingham shirt. Produced in the mills of 18th century England and made famous by the mod movements
of decades past the Gingham has remained a staple of English style.
Take a look at some of the history and mod indie style behind this great
patterned plaid...
Train Punks: A collection of images about a life on trains and the community formed around it. Take a look inside for a view of this unique lifestyle photographed on the move.
Often times the best inventions are born from pure necessity. So when
Chicago café owner Melissa Yen discovered making her favorite Mexican
coffee drink, Café de Ollo, was just too damn time consuming she set out to create the solution. Read More.....
Certain time-periods seem to grab the imagination better then others.
Rockabilly has definitely been one; a long-standing American influenced
music & clothing style. Inside we have some great Rockabilly style clothing images and icons. Take a look at a photo collection Daniel Sahlberg has arranged. "I really love this, the people, the
conversations, the atmosphere, the music. The smell of summer and a
cool breeze from the side window in my car, this Charming Man in the
air."
the brand now at TensionWIRE.com. Uncompromising and independent style from this LA brand. Take a look at the Hellz Bellz brand history and browse some new items within.
"The Found products are inspired by a collection of found ephemera, everything
from vintage photos, 35 mm slides and mug shots to letters and original
decals - items that have lived in the world a while and it's their time
to be re-discovered...and in some ways re-invented and re-purposed."
Check out some of our favorite Indie clothing blogs and rants. If your
always looking for something new, like we are, you'll enjoy these indie
selections.
Meet Enjoi, the latest indie designer to join the
TensionWire team! Owned and
operated by professional skateboarders, Enjoi boasts an impressive line of
skateboard decks as well as slick line apparel and accessories.
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