Hoyland, Caro, Noland at Pace London

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Pace London
6 Burlington Gardens
London W1S 3ET
November 20, 2015 – January 16, 2016

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Pace London has recently opened an intimately interrelated group show by three of the 20th century’s great abstract artists. Featuring the work of John Hoyland, Anthony Caro and Kenneth Noland, it examines the friendships and connections between the trio and how, through exposure to one another’s art and process, they explored similar concerns of colour, form and material. The exhibition is open until January 16th, leaving plenty of time to stop in and experience these striking works in person.

—Pace Gallery

Homespun Dustbowl Work Socks

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I’ve been wearing a few pairs of these Japanese-made Homespun socks for a couple of weeks now and they are some of softest, most comfortable work socks I think I’ve owned. The secret is in the predominantly cotton construction, with added wool for warmth and just enough synthetic material to keep them returning to their original shape. They look just like a classic pair of work socks, but are far removed in texture from the scratchy varieties we’re all surely familiar with. 

—Available from Lost & Found

Black Friday Sale: 50% Off

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November 27 – 30, 2015

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Starting today and running until the end of the day on Monday, we're having a small Black Friday sale on all publications and accessories, as well as some deadstock footwear we recently found hidden away. Pick up items from Viberg, Haco Schuh, Yuketen, Whitehouse Cox, Sassafras and Tricker's at 50% off while stocks last.

—Inventory Black Friday Sale

Blackmeans Quilted Sheep Leather Biker Jacket

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With years of experience gained from producing leather goods for other well-known Japanese labels, Blackmeans was launched as a brand in its own right in 2008. Combining traditional craftsmanship with punk influences and an avant-garde aesthetic, the Toyko-based company deliver some of the best contemporary leather jackets on the market.

—Available from Haven

Now Open: Filson Seattle Flagship Store

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1741 1st Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98134
+1 206 622 3147

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Filson, one of the Pacific Northwest’s most storied purveyors of outdoor goods, have just opened an incredible flagship store in the same Seattle-based building as their company headquarters. The well-appointed 6,400 square-foot space features the largest selection of the brand's products in the country, as well as a host of limited edition exclusives. The new location is a must-visit, underlining Filson's long, rich history, while also providing interesting insight into their production methods, with large windows on the first floor offering a glimpse into the factory.

—Filson

Brown's Beach Solid Black Chesterfield Coat

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—01. Made in Japan.
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I’ve been following the Japanese reproductions of Brown’s Beach products ever since I tried on one of the vests a few years ago. Anyone who has experienced the brand's signature wool and cotton blended fabric will know there isn’t anything else like it. They've now created a thick black chesterfield coat out of the inimitable material and the results are simply fantastic. This is a piece of outerwear that will last for decades, and remain as appealing as ever season after season.

—Available from The Bureau

The American Friend

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Wim Wenders has made a number of masterpieces during his long career, but one my favourite films from the German director is The American Friend, starring Dennis Hopper and Bruno Ganz. This late 1970s picture, loosely based on Patricia Highsmith's novel Ripley's Game, has now been deemed worthy of the lavish Criterion treatment. Due to be released on January 12th, 2016, it is available for preorder and I'd highly recommend grabbing a copy. If you need convincing check out the trailer or read my colleague’s review in the latest issue of Inventory.

—Preorder from Criterion

Neighbour Exclusive: Niuhans Melton Wool Pants

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These dark tailored trousers, recently received by Neighbour, have been produced exclusively for the Vancouver-based retailer by Japanese brand Niuhans. Completely handmade in Tokyo from heavyweight melton wool, the cupro-lined pants strike an appealing balance between winter warmth and understated luxury.

—Available from Neighbour