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Looking back on the many influences that have shaped my personal taste, I was drawn to a select few pieces that have stuck with me as the years have continued to go by. Not to exclude the obvious style favourites of the past, but in my opinion, Eddie Murphy doesn’t get enough credit. Maybe it’s because he had certain moments such as this…and maybe this, which would have gone down a treat at our Sins of Style party!

So here’s one he did get right, which I was able to interpret using some of my favourite brands. Stay tuned for the next Murphy inspired Look!

PHOTOGRAPHY: JELANI POMELL

STYLING: NIGEL RUWENDE

Plum/White Shawl Collar Varsity Jacket – by House Of Billiam

Black Gimp Heather Sweatshirt – by Carhartt

Indigo Raw Slim Jean – by Topman

White Top Court Hi-Tops – by Adidas

Be Eclectic

THE LOOK – AUM/WINTER

Nigel — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 17:47:00 +0000

The British weather is proving itself to be more and more unpredictable as the days go by. So I’ve put together a look we think you should have prepared, on the off chance we’re graced with more mild temperatures and clear skies. A special point about this look; focus in on the uber-cool female printed on the t-shirt. It is none other than our very own Karen Storey, who became the muse for this particular collection from Aum Brand!

PHOTOGRAPHY: KAREN STOREY

STYLING: NIGEL RUWENDE

MODEL: MARTELL CAMPBELL

Black Buckle-Back Hat – by Benjart

Heritage State Jacket - by Carhartt

White “Lean” T-Shirt – by Aum Brand

Blue Jeans – by Cheap Monday

Peanut Romare Lo – by Clae

Be Eclectic

Laced Up Trailer

aaron — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 07:43:01 +0000

So last week we officially announced both the theme and date for our next party, Individualism Presents: Sins Of Style taking place on 27th October. So as we begin to do all the final preparations to make sure it ends up as enjoyable as the others, we thought we’d wet your appetites with the official trailer for our last party – Laced Up.

For those of you who didn’t make it down you truly missed an epic night. With a bigger venue, a better style booth, 2 video corners – Learn from the ladies as well as the usual Style Talk, an exhibition corner and a cheeky cameo from Mr Hudson Laced Up will really take some effort to top. Don’t believe us? Check out the trailer of the night below….

SOUNDTRACK BY: KUNFUCHOP – “IN THE GROOVE” - http://soundcloud.com/kunfuchop

Exactly! So what are you waiting for? Email full names to RSVP@INDIVIDUALISM.CO.UK or attend the Facebook event here to be put down for the Sins Of Style party!

To find out more about our Sins Of Style night check out this post:

The Look – Week 48

Martell — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 13:22:47 +0000

Hey readers,

The weather has now officially got a lil chappin,

so check out this lovely gilet by J.Crew and what you can match up with it.

Feel free to add some colour to lighten things up.

Remember to keep it clean and let the garment shapes stand out.

Do it smart or casual… its up to you.

Navy Cotton-Blend Padded Gilet – by J.Crew

Tan Check Print Wool Hunter Earflap Hat – by Norse Projects

Silver Large Leather Holdall – by Paul Smith

Dark Indigo Cotton Chambray Shirt – by Chucs

Oatmeal Cotton Button Down Shirt With Breast Pocket – by Gitman Vintage

Khaki Selvage Chinos With A Washed Finish – by Natural Selection

Camel Cotton Jeans – by Dsquared2

Slate Grey Suede Desert Boots – by Folk

Burnt Red Suede Boots With Rubber Sole – by Pierre Hardy

Keep It Krispy.

Laced Up Comp

aaron — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:06:48 +0000

If you didn’t come to our last party; Laced Up, you really missed something special. As well as our regular style booth and style talk area, we gave our best dressed competition a little make over.

Instead of incorporating the comp into our style booth, we provided a whole unique setup for those who entered the best footwear competition. So below is a video of those that made it into the top 10.

Please place your votes by simply commenting below (on this blog post only) with the number you wish to win! Lets get this rolling!

This competition is sponsored by: Nike iD, Topman & Mr Hare, Palladium, Sebago & Mr Lacey (See prizes below)

VOTING CLOSES: Sunday 25th September – 11:59pm!

And just for some extra clarity, here’s the number for each of the entries, get voting with comments below:

1st PLACE:

- A custom design session with the Nike iD studios and a pair of trainers.

- £100 Topman gift voucher, Marc Hare Shoes, Topman VIP appointment.

- A box of Mr Lacey Laces and shoelace guide book

- A pair of Palladium Boots

- A pair of Sebago Shoes

2nd PLACE

- £100 Topman gift voucher VIP appointment

- A pair of Palladium Boots

- A pair of Sebago Shoes

- A pack of My Lacey Laced and shoelace guide book

3rd PLACED

- £50 Topman gift voucher

- A pair of Palladium Boots

- Mr Lacey shoelace guidebook

P.S: Feel free to post up the video where ever you wish. May the best kicks win! Good luck!

The Look – Week 46

Martell — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 15:04:54 +0000

Welcome to another week of the look.

This time I have given you a workwear meets lumberjack kinda vibe.

This outfits colour palete is made up of tones of browns, beiges, natural tans and blues. Finally a touch of red helps brighten up the palete.

Looks like tartan and denim is here to stay – well they never really went out of fashion in the first place.

Natural Tan Unstructured Blazer With Washed Finish – by Perks and Mini

Brown Retro Style Glasses – by Spitfire

Brown Polyester Backpack – by Herschel

Scarlet Red Country Twill Tartan Shirt – by Gant

White Short Sleeve Crew Neck T-shirt – by Paul Smith – Red Ear

Tapered Lumber Wash Denim Jeans – by Edwin

Washed Indigo Five Pocket Jeans – by Jean Shop

Brown Leather Boots With Leather Tonal Panel Detailing – by Opening Ceremony

Chestnut Suede Lo-top Shoes – by Clarks of England

Keep It Krispy.

The Look – Week 45

Martell — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 05:50:27 +0000

Howdy Peeps!

Look at what i got ere!

I have a funky fresh late summer kinda vibe. Don’t be affraid to try a few different pieces like these woolen shorts by Sacai, put this together with a cool tee, a denim jacket and some chukka desert shoes.

Hopefully the weather will now treat us well for the rest of the week.

Light Blue Vintage Wash Denim Jacket – by Nudie

Light Brown Pork – Pie Hat – by Billykirk

Silver Leather Rucksack – by Paul Smith

Trash Print White T-Shirt – by Tourne de Transmission

Blue And White Fairisle Print T-shirt – by Junya Watanabe

Grey Wool And Angora Blend Shorts – by Sacai

Stone Washed Linen And Cotton-Blend Shorts – by Incotex

Coffee Mohonk Desert Chukka Shoes – by PF Flyer

Brown Suede Shoes With Leather Trim – by Converse X John Varvatos

Keep It Krispy.

The Look – Week 44

Martell — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 16:57:47 +0000

Hey guys, take a look at what I’ve got in store for you this week.

Check out the reversible vest by the Japanese brand Sophnet with a lovely print lining by Pendleton; what a beautiful piece!

Why not match it with an Oxford shirt - preferably embroidered like the Folk shirt above -and then team it with some cropped pants/chinos with coloured socks and shoes with contrasting detailing?

Nice ay?

Navy Reversible Pattern/Print Vest With Pendleton Lining- by Sophnet X Pendleton

Red Pure Cashmere Hand-Knitted Cable Socks – by Corgi

Sand Coloured Large Leather Weekend Bag- by Maison Martin Margiela

White Oxford Native Embroidery Shirt- by Sophnet

Ecru Over-shirt With Embroidery – by Folk

Light Indigo Cropped Denim Pants- by Tokio

Green Cotton Twill Chinos – by B Store

Wolf-Beige Handmade Suede Shoes With Burgundy Leather – by Pointer

Oxblood Full Grain Leather Chukka Boots- by Mark McNairy

Keep it Krispy,