oki-ni x Master-piece x Nowartt | SS'14 Exclusive Collaboration

Back in November last year we announced that oki-ni would be once again collaborating with bag makers Master Piece and with a little added help from the Japanese print and graphic design studio, Nowartt. On announcing this collaboration we gave you a little look inside the Nowartt studio, courtesy of oki-ni, you can find that post here.

Yesterday seen oki-ni proudly present this new and exclusive collaboration between oki-ni, Tokyo graphic design house Nowartt and the Japanese luggage specialist master-piece. Following on from their AW'12 collaboration between Master-piece x oki-ni x Indigofera, this new series replaces warm Indigofera blankets with expressive prints created by Nowartt, while again using rugged Master-piece bags as the canvas.

Oki-ni asked Nowartt to create a series of prints inspired by the extra-terrestrial setting of their AW'12 video, The Launch. They took their brief as a starting point and then moved beyond it to produce two colourful, expressive prints that incorporated wild horses and broken flowers.

The collaboration includes two bags styles – a backpack and a tote bag – with one produced in each print style. As ever with Master-piece the bags themselves will be hand-crafted to the highest standards and produced from luxurious leather, hard-wearing Cordura nylon and soft suede.

www.oki-ni.com

Fantastic Frank | Greifswalder Strasse 207, Berlin

All images by Fantastic Frank

As you already know, here at ACM we have a great love for quality, innovation and design. We have been meaning to start touching on homes and interior design, and whilst browsing the World Wide Web, we came across this modern and expertly put together website called Fantastic Frank.

Fantastic Frank is a traditional brokerage firm with a great twist. Combining their love of interior design and photography, they have created something new and exciting for the modern times we live in. Their website is like a look-book for homes, their interiors are carefully designed and then carefully photographed.

Seen here is the Griefswalder Strasse 207 in Prenzlauer Berg, Berlin. It's a 212 m² large apartment with seven rooms, in the trendy district Bötzow. The property dates back to 1895 and can be accessed via two rather wonderful staircases. The property also has many original features such as, partially visible wall paintings, ornaments, stucco and painted windows obtained.

So if your looking to relocate, get your self on to Fantastic Frank, where you can find more information on this property and many others in Berlin and Stockholm.

www.fantasticfrank.de

Christopher Ward | C7 Italian Red Chronometer (Limited Edition)

There are few sights in motorsport as evocative as a Ferrari in full flight at Monza. However, even Christopher Ward were surprised at the level of demand for their original C7 Italian Racing Red (C7IRR) - a watch that celebrated this most perfect of automotive unions. Rather appropriately, it became the fastest selling timepiece they had ever created and the limited edition sold out within weeks.

With the supremely accurate, thermo-compensated ETA 251.233 COSC certified chronograph movement as its engine, the new C7 IRR is one of the most accurate watches in the world. The three sub-dials are evenly positioned around the centre of the dial while the round calendar window is neatly angled at the ‘4’ position. Add the finely-tuned precision of the case, the dashing looks of the “Toro Bravo” Italian leather of the strap with their signature Bader deployment, there is every reason to believe that this new version will also become an object of desire for Tifosi everywhere – but they’ll need to be quick off the grid, this is a limited edition of just 500.

www.christopherward.co.uk

Spencerfield Spirit Company | Pig's Nose, Scotch Whisky

Refreshingly soft, yet reassuringly rich... the whisky's name plays on the notion that it's as smooth as a pig's nose. This exceptional blended Scotch has been created by Richard Paterson, Scotland's only third generation Master Blender. Produced in specially selected first fill oak casks, the seriously satisfying smoothness is achieved through combining oak-aged Speyside, Islay and Lowland malts with superior Invergordon gentle grain whiskies.

Like Sheep Dip, Pig's Nose is another award-winner. Launched in 1977, as a stable-mate for Sheep Dip, Pig's Nose is sold and enjoyed throughout the world, but particularly in the UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, Denmark and France.

Pig's Nose has been awarded the #7 spot in Amazon.com 'Top 10 Whiskies of 2010' and rated 4 ½ stars out of 5 in 'Wine & Spirits' Magazine.

www.spencerfieldspirit.com

Jamboree Store

Jamboree Store is a UK based web-shop which launched last year. The store concept is based around re-appropriating the nostalgia of 1940’s 50’s utilitarian outfitting and athletic wear, stocking premium menswear brands which have emerged from this, alongside a considered selection of complimentary vintage clothing and homeware. 

They stock brands such as Arpenteur, Archival, Leftfield and Winter Session to name a few. They are expecting some exciting new arrivals too, from the likes of Jungmaven and Ebbetts Field, amongst others this summer, and a few exciting collaborative projects too.

www.jamboreestore.co.uk

Surf Liquor | Shaped by Satta

Whilst travelling, skating and surfing the world, Surf Liquor founder ‘Jonathan Cosserat’ saw his road trip come to a halt on the sunny West Coast of carefree California where he found himself spent out! Fascinated by the culture, the lifestyle and community of the area, Jon took up work at an old ‘Liquor Store’, which ultimately provided the name and inspiration for what has now become the premium street-wear brand, ‘Surf Liquor’.  

As part of Surf Liquor’s SS'14 collection, the brand have teamed up with renowned Brixton based woodworker; 'Satta Skates' to create a limited edition, hand-crafted 'Cruiser Deck'. The 'Surf Liquor by Satta' decks will be an exclusive collection of 10 handmade boards, each deck uniquely shaped and stamped with a number from 1-10. 

The craftsmanship that has gone into these boards and being limited to only ten really appeals to us. Whether you want one for cruising around on in the Summer, or simply as an ornamental or statement piece in your home, it will no doubt look and feel great.

The 'Surf Liquor by Satta' boards will be available on the Surf Liquor website from the 1st February. 

www.thesurfliquor.com

Henri Lloyd | Spring/Summer 14 Campaign

Just released this afternoon, here we have the first look at Henri Lloyd's Spring/Summer 14 Campaign, with 'Modern Day Pioneer' Sir Ben Ainsle as the face of it.

 No one seizes opportunity more so than Sir Ben Ainslie; after completing his ‘most successful sporting achievement ever’ sailing in the 2013 America’s Cup in September last year, Sir Ben returned home to support the brand he calls family. Honouring his many achievements Henri Lloyd celebrates a true Modern Day Pioneer in their Spring 14 campaign.

Inspired by the brand’s rich marine heritage, Henri Lloyd have crafted a beautifully executed campaign shot by esteemed fashion photographer Steve Harries and features brand ambassador Sir Ben Ainslie, the most successful sailor of all time - achieving 4 Olympic Gold Medals, 11 World Championships and 9 European Championships in his career to date.   

“Spring 14 is all about investing further into strong nautical looks and the very best of British design. From seafaring stripes and colour blocking to indispensable seasonal staples the collection is easy to wear and easy to style. The offer is bold in its use of colour, fabric and detail embracing spring’s new trends for nautically influenced pieces. The campaign itself reinforces this position providing a uniquely crafted creative where quality and integrity are never compromised. ” - Craig Prest, Creative Director for Henri Lloyd.



The Spring 14 campaign featuring Sir Ben Ainslie is being released alongside an exclusive ‘behind the scenes’ video prior to the official collection launch in Henri Lloyd standalone stores, selected UK stockists and online at www.henrilloyd.com in February ’14.

www.henrilloyd.com