Band of Outsiders Americana Zip Shirt Jacket

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—01. Heavy cotton twill.

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This shirt jacket by Band of Outsiders builds on a classic military reference with a number of interesting details. Flap bellows pockets, a substantial brass zipper with contrasting tape either side, and their signature full-length box pleat combine to create something unique yet still wholly understated, like much of the brand's output.

—Available from End

Band of Outsiders Brushed Wool & Cotton Blend Bomber Jacket

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—01. 82% wool, 18% cotton.

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An all-American staple, especially come fall, this bomber jacket is made from a beautiful, deep green brushed wool and cotton blend. Features include a lightly quilted, grey and white stripe cupro lining, raglan sleeves and a hidden zipper beneath the snap button placket.

—Available at Mr Porter

Band of Outsiders Spring-Summer '13

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—01. Featuring Frank Ocean.

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The latest Band of Outsiders look book was shot at the LA Times building in California. Keeping with tradition by using a familiar face, the Spring-Summer '13 polaroids feature musician Frank Ocean.

—Band of Outsiders

Band of Outsiders Spring '12

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—01. Featuring Ed Ruscha.
—02. Light weights and colors.

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Band of Outsiders latest collection features much of what we've become used to, a classic mix of causal shirting and light weight jackets mixed with suiting and accessories. The Polaroid aesthetic has always appealed to me, especially for a spring campaign. Instead of the usual silver screen talent, Band has opted for painter Ed Ruscha to model their current collection.

—Band of Outsiders

Behind the Scenes: Band of Outsiders

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—01. Florence, June 2011.

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Although there is a crazy mix of SS12 previews, along with FW11 posts of items arriving and coming soon - these images by Piotr are worth a look regardless of the season. He was invited backstage to document the day of that Band of Outsiders showcased their SS12 collection in Florence. The shots turned out nicely and although its only a glimpse into the clothing and design, it gives the collection and brand a nice feel and texture that the runway photos might not.

—Photographs by Piotr Niepsuj

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Band of Outsiders Fall Shirting

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—01. Faded black and red stripes
—02. Blue woven end on end fabric

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Band of Outsiders' Fall goods have started arriving in shops and as to be expected, the shirting looks good. The backbone of the brand has always been their simple, well fitting shirts in nice colours, interesting patterns and top quality materials. South Willard in LA has just received some of these shirts and there are a handful of perfectly faded stripes and muted colours that may well be meant for the Fall but feel just right for right now.

&mdashSouth Willard