Japanese bag and accessories maker Head Porter and its clothing affiliate Head Porter Plus recently ran an exhibition outlining their upcoming products for future seasons. From a bag perspective, it appears as though some striped collections are in the works which also include some matching apparel. Another look reveals what could potentially be Head Porter luggage. Stay tuned for more details regarding upcoming Head Porter products.
Image: Hiroshi Fujiwara
A new collection of Stussy branded Porter bags and wallets will be available soon as part of the Vehicle Collection. The collection incorporates many different Porter styles such as messenger bags, back packs and tote bags. Within each style are multiple sizes and colors to accommodate different uses and needs. Look fro these to be available at Zozotown.
Japanese label FAT began in 2002 as label which sought inspiration in classic American casual wear with its own little Japanese twists. The latest collection from FAT has seen some interesting bag concepts. Currently available is the Flashpack constructed almost entirely of 3M reflective material. The Loader is a messenger-styled take on a draw-string duffle bag. The Flashpack is currently available, while the Loader will arrive shortly. Both bags can be seen at Dedue.
Talented Hong Kong artist Juno Mak began the first chapter of his ongoing lifestyle project Chapel of Dawn earlier this year with the release of his CD. This Saturday, November 24th will mark Chapel of Dawn’s inaugural foray into clothing and accessories. Seen here is a series of totebags which incorporate a series of different inspirations. The cute and practical bags feature two different prints on each side. One side is that of the "Wrestling Elves" designed by James Jarvis while the other side includes a canvas Chapel of Dawn patch. Three different sizes are available, with several design features which should be highlighted. These features include an interior zipped pouch and button snaps for controlling the size of the bag. Prices range from $320 HKD (approximately $41 USD) for the small tote to $620 HKD (approximately $80 USD) for the large tote.
Only a few select stores around the world will run this first collection of Chapel of Dawn. They include SiLLY THING (Hong Kong), Supply (Sydney), Someday (Melbourne), Union, Hideout Store (London), Colette (Paris), Firmament (Berlin) and Sold Out.
SiLLY THING
Unit 8, G/F. Block B
18 Ka Yip Street
Chai Wan
T: 2898 2199
Three brands which include atmos, New Balcen and Porter have gotten together to create a triple collaboration project dubbed the Buffalo Check collection. This collection consist of two New Balance M574 which has an upper consisting of wool and a Buffalo Check pattern. There are two colorways for the shoes (black and brown) and both will retail at 13,440 Yen. Also included in this collection is a Porter Drum bag and a Porter Day bag both which utilizes the Buffalo Check pattern as well. The Drum bag will retail at 16,590 Yen while the Day bag retails at 22,050 Yen. For those looking for some colors and patterns for the upcoming Winter season, these bags might be the right fit for you. You can get these bags at atmos Tokyo on November 22nd.
The latest upcoming issue of art magazine Arkitip will be shipped inclusive with a special reusable totebag created in collaboration between Arkitip, the artist Parra and Loomstate Organics. Dutch artist Parra is often associated with colorful and authentic designs as well as his clothing label Rockwell. Loomstate Organics started in 2004 as a brand which provided the market with certified organic cotton which upheld societal and environmental values of responsible methods of production. Each Arkitip Issue 43 will be shipped with this exclusive totebag. Each issue is hand packed and number to the tune of 1,500 copies. Orders can be made here.
Porter’s newest releases as part of the most recent drop include collaboration pieces alongside some of their standard fare. These collaborations include their ongoing collaborations with Beams on the Maryse Sac and a wallet with fashion label Wacko Maria. Their in-house releases include the Dyke Ruck which features a waxed canvas and leather construction and the Heat Tote/Shoulder Bag. The Heat series is made with industrial grade nylon with a bonus Maglite keychain.
Porter teamed up with a series of popular artists to design 5 exclusive limited edition tote bags. The artists include Japanese artist Madsaki, international design collective Surface to Air, graphic designer and art director Sophie Toporkoff and pixel designer Ten_Do_Ten. These bags are currently available exclusively at select D-mop locations and affiliate J-01 stores. Prices vary from $1490 – $1790 HKD (approximately $191-$230 USD).
J01
-Shop No.B, G/F, Haywood Mansion, 57 Paterson Street, Causeway Bay (Tel: 2808 0501)
-Shop 5A, LCX, Level 3, Ocean Terminal, TST (Tel: 3188 0640)
D-Mop -Shop A-C, Green Field Mansion, 8 Kingston Street, Causeway Bay (Tel: 2203 4130)
-Shop 9, 2/F, Silvercord, 30 Canton Road, TST (Tel: 2808 2825)
SiLLY THING is in the midsts of debuting their all new collection titled CHAPEL of DAWN. Seen here are a preview of their canvas tote bags which incorporate the Wrestling Elves designs originally conceived by artist James Jarvis. Three different sizes will release on Saturday, with a list of international retailers to come.
Image: TK / Juno
Futura Laboratories has included a variety of different bags into their most recent releases. One of the newest designs is the Checker Messenger Bag. As the name states, the highlighting feature of this bag is a checkered flap. Safe and secure use comes via metal buckles and loops. Three different colors include black/black, black/white and gray/blue. Available now at STLESS.
Visvim bags have often represented some of the best bags out there for the urban assault. Combinations of durable materials and high quality production have made a fan among many. Hong Kong’s F.I.L. are set to release a series of bags later this week. These include the Ballistic 20 Pack, the Ballistic E-Cat and the new release of a more suitably sized Ballistic E-Cat 18. The bags all include reinspirations on classic designs with the use of patches. These products will be availalbe on November 17th at Hong Kong’s F.I.L.
F.I.L. Hong Kong
18 Wyndham Street
Central, Hong Kong
Tel: 2525 7550
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Japanese fashion magazine Men’s Non-No will release a special gift as part of their 2007 December issue. It’s often a common sight to see the inclusion of special gifts such as bags, keychains and accessories with the release of certain magazines. Men’s Non-No has teamed up with label Number (N)ine whose style could be summed up as that of a Western meets Gothic edge to create a special "I Love N(N)" tote bag. Look for Men’s Non-No to hit your local import bookstore.
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