Interpol frontman Paul Banks has recently launched his solo career under the name of Julian Plenti. This solo venture may lack the polished shine that Intepol have but has more diversity, with the inclusion of orchestras, synths, a wider range of sounds and an all round looser/relaxed feel, which Made from Plastic loves, welcomes and recommends you check out.
J Lindeberg aren’t necessarily a new label but it’s one that Made from Plastic have liked for quite some time, which has only increased with their collections becoming more fashion orientated. J Lindeberg's style and look, stays true to their Swedish heritage, which is elegant but not traditional, arty but not snobbish, intellectual but not academic, timeless but conventional, progressive but not futuristic look, with the emphasis placed on quality fabrics and a superior cut. 
Made from Plastic has been lucky enough to have bin given a sneak peak at the 2010, SOPOPULAR spring and summer collection. This collection once again puts focus on the high-end treatment of top-quality materials that are tailored in Germany. This is reflected in the exact fit and feel of the designs. The collection remains faithful to the reduced and pragmatic style, the classic cuts, and slender outlines so typical of SOPOPULAR, underscored by a clear love of detail. The 2010 SOPOPULAR spring and summer collection comprises 26 pieces and Made from Plastic loves everyone of them.
Neon Indian are a bit of a mystery as the duo, who make their music via correspondence due to the fact that they live in different parts of the US and wish to remain anonymous. The only thing that Made from Plastic does know about the duo is that make haunting, hazy, synthy, dreamy and brilliant music and Made from Plastic loves it.
Fritts Rosenow Bespoke Boutonnieres have taken it upon themselves to abolish the outdated and overused rose on the lapel look by allowing the individual to express themselves with their unique and innovative designs. Fritts Rosenow Bespoke Boutonnieres designs operate under several different categories ranging from “Outdoor Club”, “Prim and Proper”, ”Day to Day” amongst many more. 
Creep created by Kiyofumi Awai has been a long running fashion label selling in Osaka, Japan and the US. Made from Plastic has always enjoyed its previous collections but it’s since Hiroshi Awai joined as creative director, that Made from Plastic has become increasingly excited about this label with its new directions fusing Japanese design and innovation with the simple beauty of functional American workwear. 
ROOM 23 is the latest offering on Daab, which depicts a year in the life of a private penthouse suite in a hotel in Beverly Hills, California. The year is 2008. The hosts are Dina Jenkins and Deborah Anderon (photographer), with the guest list featuring Hollywood’s elite from the likes of Sharon Stone, Sir Elton John, Cindy Crawford, George Clooney and many more. The photographs unveil the story of what takes place behind these closed doors, with often provocative but always interesting images. Made from Plastic's favourites include:
The London based Josh Weller is a talented multi instrumentalist, who has been pushing his leftfield indie pop jazz across the UK for the past year. Lyrically he has a deadly combination of melancholy humour and accurate wit, which is no surprise with his biggest influences including Woody Allen and Richard Pryor. Made from Plastic is firm follower of his, particularly his sharp image and Kid n Play style high top fade.
Book Club are a new Australian label, who combine casual tailoring with a subtle edginess to create a very stylish yet laid back look. Their pieces are all beautifully tailored, with the emphasis placed on the detailing of the garment, which makes Book Club one the best new labels to come from down under.
Philip Sparks developed his sharp tailoring skills and an interest in period-inspired collections in the costume department of the National Ballet of Canada, Canadian Opera Company and Stratford Festival of Canada. Sparks draws his inspiration from vintage photographs and unique materials to create collections that are traditional yet still having a fashion forward aspect to them.
Smudge The Bear is London based label that was co-founded by two Camberwell Art College graduates, Luca Mathiszig and Samuel Stephensen. Smudge The Bear are a very innovative label, whose designs feature very intricately pieced subject matter, combined with great colour pallets, giving Smudge The Bear a very arty street look.Made from Plastic's favourite include:
Matt & Kim are a Brooklyn based indie rock duo who has released two albums to date, the last just earlier this year, with “Grand”, which is a great listen in Made from Plastic's opinion. Their music is very upbeat, energetic, pop garage indie, with ‘Daylight’ the standout track and big tune for the summer, with it's cheerful, sunny, sweet, summery, playfulness. Made from Plastic thoroughly recommends you check them out over the festival season.
ETHOSENS started in 2007, by fusing the words “ETHOS”, meaning habit and “SENS”, meaning sense. They are intent to discover the new, by paying close attention to all born from habit, with innovative expression becoming the standard set for the future.
