Comme-unity

I travel a lot and I clock people from all over the planet. There are always the one or two that give you a knowing nod, acknowledging a timeless, universal code. Not the 'up to the minute trendy middle class' but the ones that understand detail. Maybe an old Gaucho in Argentina or a suited and booted old black guy on the Holloway Road in London.

This guy owns a fabric stall in Nags head market, Holloway. I shot him in Comme des Garcons and his own clothes for a japanese magazine with photographer Sal Idriss.

Shoot from outside the box

A pair of shorts is the perfect opportunity for us guys to work a sock and a fine shoe.

killer pose in the hose

Adidas advertorial for HUgE magazine in Tokyo.

Dad Buffalo 1935 style....

The world's a mess, we're racing headlong into a catastrophe that's been signposted for years. So how is wearing a fine merino or silk sock gonna help? It's not. But the mindset behind every action, every decision we make, may. It's all about our intention.
If we pay attention, listen, observe and respect ourselves and neighbours and consider the consequences of our actions than just maybe we can begin to force a change away from apathy. It's all all about the details. Each small detail mounts up and and soon begins to tip the balance. If we can take pride in ourselves, our habits, our behaviour, our appearance, our environment, not to impress others, not to be cred or cool, but just because its the best way to be, then we can begin to change.

Who says socks don't matter?

It made it to the BBC news. Paul Wolfowitz, President of the World Bank, was found with holes in his socks during an official visit to a mosque in Turkey.
So next time someone tells you "socks don't matter", think again - you never know when or where you may have to remove your shoes!

Sneaker freak out...

Following on from the K-Swiss story, here are some people who are really into trainers. You have got to look at Sneaker Freaker and marvel at the ingenuity. Anyone who remembers the 80's and the importance of lacing your trainers will appreciate this.
Amazing!

Nautical but nice...

Facing another grey day in London let's think about Spring. Went to a great party to launch K-Swiss new Zedler 'nautical' range of sneakers with watertight seams and non-slip soles (K-Swiss sponsored the America's Cup '95 so they know a bit about all things nautical). Available in shop near you from February.
If you want complete the sailing vibe go for socks in royal blue, navy or red. Pair them with these Burlington argyle socks or Pantherella stripes for Spring, coming soon.
Nautical's all the rage for 2007!