SMART BUYS FOR THE WINTER SEASON - ENERGIE MENSWEAR

Winter Is No Frivolity , Be The 'Energie' Man - Its your Smart Buy For This Winter... Be a Winner!

Lets get real here guys... winter is here and its all about being able look good and rock your look even though it might be freezing cold.

The Energie man's A/W 11-12 collection is what we should be rocking with this winter for its durability, stylishness and the edge it will give you to combat the winter weather.

Padded Winter Denim Jacket By Energie.

Pieces like the padded denim jacket are a must-have and a smart buy this season. The padded inside keeps the warmth within. Team that with your boots and a pair of loose fit denim jeans and you are set to rock the street.

The knitwear from the Energie range is not to be forgotten. Like they say, the chunkier the wear, the warmer you feel. The best style tip: a fitted Energie shirt with knitwear and denim slim-fit jeans; team them up with boots.

With their strong, rigorous winter denim jeans, Energie does not follow established trends; they focus on using quality materials and fabric to create outstanding and cutting-edge designs.

The men's winter range from Energie is a smart buy, with various denim pieces to accessories that are going to combat the weather and still maintain your cool.  

Energie has shops all around the world for you to visit, or you can shop online at www.energie,it

Waist Length Coat -  A Feel Of The Military Look.

Chunky Woolen Scarf - Winter Warmer.

WHEN AOFM CALLS.

'Every Face Is A Blank Canvas And Every Brush Stroke Creates Something Magical.' AOFM

WWW.AOFMPRO.COM

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and beauty can the attained with a stroke of a brush with the Academy of Freelance Makeup.

AOFM - The Academy: the house of personal transformation. The Academy of Freelance Makeup delivers the dream of image-change.

AOFM gives the most high-concept high-fashion make up, fashion tools and cosmetic brushes, with which designers can hit their best.

The Academy has powered many fashion shows with their unique touch of originality and flair. An academy is a place of her learning, and AOFM is a tutor. Graduate fashion week is a wonderful example.

And the Academy is transcontinental. NYFW, Mercedes Fashion: spread it across SA, Taipei, Perth; global reach.

It's founders, Jana Ririnui, a talented makeup artist and Lan Nguyen, also a makeup artist and an insightful creative director, have newly inspired the art of makeup.

They have done that by teaming up with top makeup artists who are at the pivotal heights in their industry.

Their first edition book titled 'MAKEUP IS ART' - Creative make up by AOFM got sold out.

They have however come out with a second edition - MAKEUP IS ART - Professional Techniques for Creating original looks by AOFM.

Jana Ririnui and Lan Nguyen have created a new world of makeup beauty.They are the new pinnacles of face fashion.

Watch and be blissed.

BOLONGARO TREVOR NEW STORE LAUNCH - COVENT GARDEN

Structure,Military Style, Vintage, Quirkiness,Movement,Couture, Edginess, Rock N Roll... key note elements attributed to Bolongaro Trevor.


www.bolongarotrevor.com

Covent Garden is the home of the Bolongaro Trevor new store. It is a must-flock..

BT plays with the rural tradition of the 'covent garden'; wimples and surplices aside, they lay out Siena-style rustications, but with mirrors to check your look and stance.

The new store launch was graced with invited guest, dedicated lovers of the brand, the press and the fashion galore who were pampered, with the cutting edge pieces of the  AW11-12 collection.

Kait Bolongaro and Stuart Trevor are the main duo in the frame, and they continue to take the Bolongaro Trevor brand to the next high end level. 

Earlham Street is now fashion central, so go.

Kait Bolongaro & Stuart Trevor

cK WATCHES AND JEWELRY 2012 FALL/WINTER COLLECTION LAUNCH

It's Not Only About The Time It Tells You, But Also The Status It Gives You.'Chasebonstyle.

www.calvinklein.com

'Tea parties are a such a delight, darling'...in my HUSKY voice and there is always some level of assurance and certainty of oneself during a Tea Party. Cup cakes and champagne springs to mind. You don't dare to disagree.

This tea party event was to introduce the new winter/fall 12 collection of cK watches and jewelry. The event took place at the most serene of all places - VANILLA PLACE on 131 Titchfield Street. The white clean walls of the basement of the Vanilla Place complement the CK watches and jewellery that were displayed on the tall white structured square pillars.

As an adorer and allurer of the finest things in life, watches and jewellery are definitely one of them. Upon arrival, no time was wasted in scrutinizing the displayed pieces.Pleasure they were to my eyes and I am sure it was to the rest of social media party group.

The tea party wasn't all about eating cup cakes, sandwiches and drinking of champagne, and admiring the immaculate display of the CK watches and jewellery, but also a lucky person was going to win a Ck SS12 watch.

Before then, we were given a set of 8 questions to answer about the cK brand. The questions were both past and present and very thought provoking it was. 

A winner was announced - Prince Cassius. Who just beat me by half a mark. Congratulation Mr Cassius. 
It was a such pleasure to meet Francoise Do-Linh-Xuan (Vice President Marketing) of Ck- Calvin Klein. Francoise had just flown in from Switzerland for the Calvin Klein CK social media event. Gracing the event with her presence did not go amiss. 

The Tea Party event showcasing CK Fall/Winter 12 watches and jewelry event was very educative on the product knowledge quiz. The watches and jewelry pieces are a testament to the quality and High standard of the brand Calvin Klein.

I will therefore go without saying, the launch of the Calvin klien Fall/Winter12 watches and jewelry was a jolly good success. 

FARLOW AUTUMN/WINTER 11-12

'Farlow The Connoisseur Of the British Heritage'

Country meets city chic is what CHASEBONDSTYLE would call it. The tweed coat, Jackets, waistcoats, trousers and the finest wool sweaters, hightop durable boots, loafers, were what I immersed myself in at the Farlow press event. 

It was a pleasure being at 9 Pall Mall - the Farlow - and glancing through the AW11/12 collection. Well, it is the pursuit of country living as one may see it.  The tweed has always been part of the british fashion trend for years now. And it is still going strong each season.

Scrutinizing The AW11/12 Farlow Shirt

And this season is no different. It has to be said that Farlow in years past - 1840 to be precise - has been supplying the country connoisseur to this present day. Farlow has always ensured to provide the best of active indoor and outdoor wear as well as quality accessories to go with it.

Let's not fall short of the sight that when it comes town dressing Farlow has it covered. 

There was an excitingly well received challenge or task at hand during the press event and that involved those present creating their own look using the Farlow AW11/12 pieces. The winner of this challenge was going to be the sole window dresser for 9 Pall Mall.

That was a fun task. Certainly took part and a photo shoot was in session once you had finished styling yourself.

Lord Of The Chasebond Manor

My look was obviously into country with a bit of couture chic thrown it. Think of the highlands meets  couture in the 21st century. Or the Lord of the Manor better still.

My favorite statement piece was the fur hat with feathers oozing out in the front. It shows that country style is transcending.

 Also worth checking out the Farlow - www.farlow.co.uk online store for a selected kit from the finest country brands as well as Farlow's own quality label for both men and women. 

The event organized by Octane PR was a success and many thanks to the Farlow staff who were of immense help in assisting us with where and what to find every piece.

MOTHER OF PEARLS AUTUMN/WINTER 11 IN COLLABORATION WITH KEITH TYSON - SHOW STUDIO

'When Fashion And Art Emerges True Style Is Assured' CHASEBONDSTYLE.

'Exciting news I have for you charles' said Beniamino Muroni - Account Manager of Talk Pr. The exciting news was about The Luxury fashion label Mother Of Pearl (MOP). Who have teamed up with the Showstudio shop - appropriately titled THE CAFE- to launch an exciting new exhibition - still running till 5th November 2011. 

Mother of Pearl under the creative direction of Maia Noman in collaboration the renowned artist Keith Tyson have designed the AW11 Mother of Pearl collection. This where art and fashion emerges to bear fruitful and timeless pieces of garment.

Mother of Pear AW11

Mother of Pearl AW11 collection has among fine silk shirt,Tshirts, silk dresses, leather Mac with it's matching castor leather hat, felt wool hat with fur lining, woolen sweaters and dress etc etc. Fresh and autumnal colours do not fall short with MoP AW11 collection. The colour mixture of orange, yellows, red, navy, greens brings out the art of design on prints into light.

However, the playing up to the subtle sporty chic nature MoP AW11 collection, has been well achieved.

Mother of Pearl AW11

Pieces like the wool pullover, the leather mac,the silk Tshirt and not forgetting the leather sneaker/trainers can be worn by both sexes. 

In the AW11 collection comes block colour towering wedge sandal, leather sneaker/ trainers rose print and leather sports bag.
 
Positioned along side the clothing collection at the SHOWstudio is a exclusive tableware designed by Mother of Pearl.
  The Mother of Pearl collection AW11 is available to purchase in store well as via the SHOWstudio website - www.showstudio.co.uk
 

Exclusive Tableware collection.

This is where I say, one has to pay the SHOWstudio on 1-9 Bruton Place W1j 6LT a visit and immerse yourself with beauty of art and fashion. And once you are there you can drink your coffee from the cups designed exclusively by Maia Noman. 

A CHILD OF THE JAGO SPRING/SUMMER 2012.

'Today is Boring.' by A Child Of The Jago. 

www.achildofthejago.com

Joseph Corre and Simon Armitage  have a been friends forever and they are the proud owners of A Child Of The Jago, which they founded in 2007. 

They started off making clothes for themselves as individuals using end of luxury wool cashmere and cotton, that grew and materialized into an idea of opening up their own flagship store on 10 Great Eastern Road, EC2 3NT, LONDON. A store you will never miss if you happen to be on Great Eastern Road.

A Child Of The Jago has a very strong and dedicated followers and this year's London Fashion Week they showcased 'A Child Of The Jago' Spring Summer 12 fashion with a Rock 'n Roll theme. The show was excitingly good and the collections were outstandingly crafted with full attitude and lease of freshness.

A Child Of The Jago SS12 Fashion show.

NEW COLLECTION OF BELTS FROM ZANACCO

'You Need Control, keep Your Waist In Line' By Charles Ampadu - Chasebond Style.

The belt, some men like wearing it and others do not. That does not necessarily mean as a man you should not have a belt in your wardrobe. A time will come when you will require it to enhance your look.


The belt is one of the most valuable accessory a man should possess no matter what. Same as it would be a crime as a modern day man NOT to own a suite. The same can be said for a waist belt.


Belt wearing even though can be termed as accessory plays a vital role in mens fashion. It has always and will always do. One needs control to keep your waist in line I dare say. 


Zanacco have a great new collection of waist belt to keep you in shape and naturally tone your thighs. Well it is a proven fact that belt wearing actually keeps you thigh in shape.


Zanacco belts are designed to for those who understand the benefits of proportion. The waist is the center of the body.


What the belt from Zanacco does is, it wraps you up exquisitely to have the feel good factor.


Time to take a good look at these brand new immaculate A/W12 belts from Zanacco. 

Savino Nero -  Zanacco AW12

Martini Maro - Zanacco AW12

Martini Choco - Zanacco AW12

Alanzo Maro - Zanacco AW12

STOCKISTS

WOLF AND BADGER

NOTTING HILL, LONDON

WWW.WOLFANDBADGER.COM

ETERNO

CONDUIT STREET, LONDON

WWW.ETERNOLONDON.CO.UK

GREENS OF SUNNINGDALE

SUNNINGDALE, BERKSHIRE

WWW.GREENS-FORHIM.COM

JOHN GOODWIN

WINDSOR

WWW.JOHNGOODWIN-ONLINE.COM

BIEN CACHÉ

COPENHAGEN, DENMARK

WWW.BIEN-CACHE.COM

PATAGONIA STORE LAUNCH - 6A LANGLEY ST - COVENT GARDEN

www.patagonia.com

The night began with Jonathan Petty the European Marketing Manager taking us back in time about Patagonia being founded by Yvone Chouinard and how it was proud to launch its first ever flagship store in London capital on Langley street Covent Garden.

Jonathan also made mention of how it is important to Patagonia in choosing a building for their store that has a rich history in the community hence this present Covent garden store which was once formally part of the Watney Combe & Reid brewery and founded in 1837.

The store stands on a 4,340 square foot and with that kind of spacious area will stock or showcase the full range of Patagonia core technical  alphine and ski/snowboard products, and renowned Patagonian Lifestyle pieces and a footwear collection. And not forgetting the enigmatic kids lifestyle range.

We were later entertained to a life music by an indie band The collected Few. They belted some amazing tunes which really got everyone moving their feet down the store's basement. 

The Patagonia flagship on 6A largely street, Covent Garden is opened now and its been opened since the 15th of September 2011.

It will be worth checking out the first Patagonia flagship store in Covent Garden and in the Uk for that matter. 

There so many pieces from the Patagonia AW11 from my styling point of view that could be put together give you the inner city and cosmopolitan look. 

Pleasure!

MARTINE ROSE CUSTOMISED CAT FOOTWEAR WORK BOOT FOR MAN SPRING/SUMMER 2012 - LONDON FASHION WEEK.

Martine Rose presented at this season MAN spring/summer 2012 featuring her customized CAT Footwear.


Martine adorned the laces with bright coloured enamel painted jewels instantly transforming and yet still maintaining the heritage of the CAT Footwear.


Individuality in style and fashion forward has successfully been achieved by Martine Rose. It is the epitome of cutting edge style.


Focus on the customization of the CAT Footwear by Martine Rose in this MAN S/S 12 show and let me know what you think.

Enjoy!

Jasper Gardiva Spring/Summer 2012

Jasper Garvida, speaks Art in His S/S 2012 Collection. Fashion Is Art.

Jasper Gardiva S/S12

Jasper Garvida, designer of luxury women's wear, presents 'Autour d'un point', the S/S 2012 collection.

It's a collection of contrasts: the morning sun and the twilight shade, the city and the vale, the darkest tones and the lightest colours.

Jasper's main inspiration for this collection is the individual vision of Diana Vreeland, legendary fashion editor of ''Harper's Bazaar' and 'Vogue', who could produce such 'bon mots' as "Pink is the navy blue of India".

'Autour d'un point' floats around the female body, its point and purpose, with circular shapes and strong silhouettes. The name of the collection is taken from a painting by Frantisek Kupka, a strong stylist, with an individual vision.

To repeat, the female body is the centre of the collection, Metallic tones - silver, gold - are used as highlights, alongside more restrained blacks and whites.

There are bold geometric shapes, with touches of animal and feather. An innovative technique, using an illusion of 3-D printing, softens some of the hard edges; folded sequins give the illusion of studding without the weight.

The original painting, 'Autour d'un point', can be seen in the Peggy Guggenheim museum in Venice.

Ensure your are wearing a piece from the collection when you pay your visit.

Regards,

Charles.