A menswear store under the influence

We’ve shown our love for Tuscan based shoe brand Buttero several times over the last year, up to the point of paying them a visit and making a short video about their history. Nonetheless, it’s when the new packages arrive at the shop that we really go head over heels over their footwear. Their SS12 collection is packed with new models as well as tweaked versions of old favourites such as sneakers or boat shoes. Among the new releases are these amazing four eyelet round toe derby shoes with sturdy leather soles. Available in two colorways using different types of premium vegetable tanned leather, taupe with suede uppers and black with leather uppers, they’re the perfect alternative to sport all year round. Leather laces and lined interiors add the final touch to these unique shoes.

Although we’re always eager about the arrival of each season’s collections, this one is getting us particularly excited as new brands are making their debut here at the shop. One of the most antecipated is Venice based Barena, known for their simple, yet sophisticated garments made from the finest Italian fabrics. Among the first drops is this snugg fitting shawl collar toggle coat in a light wash denim fabric. Combining several elements such as the short length, contrasting knitted collar, rope and wooden toggles and two deep patch pockets, this unique coat is perfect as a transition piece or simply for those chilly Summer afternoons.

See more from Barena here.

Although we carry a number of scent oriented brands, none other has been around at the shop as long as Comme des Garçons Parfums. For the last seven years or so we’ve been delivering the brand’s exquisite fragrances, renowned for their unique universe where the finest natural ingredients are mixed with industrialized synthetic ones, resulting in a trademark eclectic mix. After a (not so) long wait, we are proud to announce that some of your favourite fragrances from Commes des Garçons Parfums are now online.

Being one of our first shoe drops for the upcoming SS12 season, these pixelated low tops raise the creativity bar (again) and show us what the good people at “La Maison” are up to – finding new and imaginative ways of rethinking their classic styles. The new sneakers feature a woven canvas fabric with large scale pixel squares, that can easily be seen up close. Guess, in a way, you can almost call this pixel art…

Shop more Margiela here.

Entitled “a CONSTELLATION within“, the Spring/Summer 2012 collection from Our Legacy takes the brand’s renowned and successful formula to a new degree. Ranging from menswear staples to more conceptual items, and covering the range from casual to formal without forgetting everything in between, the motto remains to produce quality, well constructed garments for everyday use. Among our first drops is a revamped version of everyone’s favorite and already a Legacy trademark piece, the Great Sweat. This upgraded version features a smooth cotton/silk blend fabric and washed finishing for a vintage look that just gets better with time.

See more from Our Legacy here

Worn mostly for their functionality, belts are often underated as stylish accessories that can improve your overall look. Bearing in mind that most of the times you’ll be sporting your shirts tucked in, Paul Smith delivers a variation on the surcingle belt, with leather trims on both ends, golden metal buckle and a mixed body of leather on the inside and cotton canvas on the outside. Available in three colorways: moss green, camel and off-white, just pair them with your favourite jeans or later on, shorts.

Shop Paul Smith Belts here.

Japanese ts(s) first drops are already here and this time around we’re presented a different take on their garments, drawing inspiration from oriental workwear. Making use of exquisite original indian fabrics such as madras and resorting to traditional pigment dyeing techniques, the result is a refreshingly rugged take on garments which includes a lightweight madras blazer, a linen blend shirt/jacket, cropped work pants and an unexpected tool apron to complete the look.

While the AW11 Sale are coming to an end, the first batch of new season items has just hit us. The first SS12 drops from Paul Smith, Acne and Maison Martin Margiela are a promising start and already grant us a small glimpse of what to expect: faded tones and pastels are mixed with eye-popping colors for an overall chromatic balance, perfect to receive the upcoming season. Some of us are already setting a few favourite pieces aside…

Shop New Arrivals here.

The last, but not least, of our Xmas Collabs came naturally as the result of a series of sucessful joint projects with our friends over at Os Suprematistas. Bet on creating a unique experience where gardening and nature meet design and functionality, their forward vision was most welcome in assembling our Green and Flowing Windows. This time around, we’re housing some of their most original designer jars and vases to help you get the most out of your plants and surroundings as well.

With its artisanal perfume making formula, we knew Mad et Len was going to be a hit, the moment we first set our eyes on those alluring black vials. Standing a long way from massive perfume making, the french brand focuses on sourcing the best natural raw materials, traditional craftsmanship techniques and small batch production, while keeping up with high quality standards. The rugged aesthetics of the candle’s wrought iron containers, contrasts with luxurious spun brass or the sophisticated black glass used for the perfumes and home aromas. Introducing some new amazing fragrances and scents this AW11, like Acajou, Petites Papiers or Bois de Sycomore, Mad et Len carries on with its new old school tradition.

See all Mad et Len in detail here.

Unless your entire Winter outerwear collection is comprised of Peacoats, allowing you spend most of the time with that sprezzy collar popped up, chances are you’ll eventually need a scarf. Likewise, so will most of your friends and family. Lucky for you, we’ve put up a great selection of scarves ranging from Faliero Sarti’s luxurious fabric blends, to Épice’s ethnic inspired versions and Paul Smith’s more traditional, yet reversible alternatives. Beautiful and functional these make for the perfect gift.

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Inc. is the first Portuguese bookstore fully dedicated to contemporary art editions and books. Founded in 2008, this unique project originally brought together six friends with a mutual passion for art and music, later becoming a full time job for some. Driven by impeccable taste and the will to counteract the ever growing mainstream digitalized media culture, they are but a few who still consider the rough texture of printed paper, or the flipping of the pages some of life’s pleasures. This Christmas we are carrying a small eclectic selection of their books and publications, some of which are numbered and signed by the authors, such as “Ontem” by André Cepeda or “Hard Coeur / Undisclosed Recipient” by Vasco Barata. These books and more are now available at the shop as part of our special Xmas Collabs.

It is often said that an image is worth more than a thousand words. As sensorial beings we have a unique ability to capture and interpret the surrounding environment through our senses, and on this note, fragrances open the door to a whole new world. How many of us are instantly taken years back to a special time and place when faced with particular scent, or reminisce fond memories of that special someone? Be it to lighten and perfume your home on Christmas Eve, or spice up your daily endeavours, we’ve put together a small selection to get you going.

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