Dirt Box: Interview

Made from Plastic recently had a chat with our favourite independent label and bunch of scumbags, yes the one and only Dirt Box. They gave us a little insight into what’s on the cards for the future, mixed in with their usual blend n tongue and check humour. More funny than informative but none the less a good read.

Describe Dirt-Box to people who don’t know what it’s about?
It’s about the people with the arses torn out of their jeans and the 
knee's of an eighty year old plumber.

What made you want to start your own clothing brand?
I don't think we ever wanted to actually start a clothing brand we 
just made our own clothes and our friends wanted some too so we made some for them and now we make them for their friends too.

Why the name Dirt-Box?
We’re a bunch of arseholes.

What’s your favourite Dirt-Box piece you’ve ever done?
Only done one, curiosity killed the cat but it didn't die curious.

What’s your favourite clothing label other than Dirt-Box?
Kaspa do nice prints.

What do you guys get up to in your spare time?
Try to keep the pubs in norwich out of finacial difficulty.

Describe you own personal style?
Dead man’s mannequin.

Who would you most love to see in a Dirt-Box T-shirt?

Jesus.

What sort of stuff have you got coming out soon and what else in store for Dirt-Box’s future?
Slasher vests, day glo rave has and some zip ups are coming soon and then we're hoping to get denim sorted eventually but we are all fuusy with jeans so it's going to take a while.

Peggs & Son

The latest in Made from Plastic’s shop reviews is Peggs & Son, who operate in the backstreets of Brighton, with the one aim, to provide quality clothing to men with a sense of style and direction. Peggs & Son are a member of the “Great Boutique” club, with their mix of understated contemporary clothing, with emphasis placed on detail and quality without succumbing to the whim of passing trends. This is very much a boutique with the some of the best brands about and a must as one of your shopping destinations. 

Housewives Choice

Made from Plastic is often subscribing to podcasts, probably more than I actually listen to but there is always one I look forward to, which comes in the form of Housewives Choice. Housewives Choice comes once a month features the best selection of new, old, emerging and unheard music around from alternative, Lo-Fi pop, indie bands and artists. Download and enjoy.

Bespoke Boutique: Interview

Made from Plastic has recently been chatting to the guys down Bespoke Boutique about the fantastic Spring/Summer collections they have in. They were also kind enough to answer a few questions about how they got started and what’s in next for them.

What made you want to start your own clothing store?

A Pure lack of seeing anyone try anything different. there's only so much you can take before you snap and open a clothing store. My thoughts are if you're an independent store then be independent, but so many play it safe and come off looking like the high streets ugly brother.

What’s your favourite clothing store other than Bespoke Boutique? 

Definitely Bstore in Mayfair, it's only small but has a real tight, edited selection of some really interested collections...Most of them dont receive the praise they deserve.

What’s your favourite brand?
At the moment it's tuesday night band practise. It's the only brand I know of which holds a gritty rock n' roll feel whilst remaining on the border of being commercial.

Favourite piece of clothing you own and piece you want to own if money was no object? 
My favourite piece of clothing at the moment our my chronicles of never jeans. They change what they look like pretty much by the day. If I could own any item of clothing it would be the coat Al Pacino wears in donnie brasco...I think there is a similar one in the pendleton meets opening ceremony collection last year...but i missed out.

What’s next for Bespoke Boutique? 
Well we're going to continue introducing new brands to the store and the UK, we have some exciting new lines coming for AW10. You should see a new website up before the end of this year (we're still in the planning phase). We're also going to expand our womenswear offering with a couple of new labels.

Any chance of a bespoke Boutique own label clothing line? 
That would be telling ;)....

Who are you personal style icons?
Ok, tough choice. I would have to go with Bob Dylan, Alison Mosshart (I think any guy could dress like her and look awesome) and Buddy Holly.

What do you think you would be doing if you didn’t own Bespoke Boutique?
Probably still working for high street chains making windows look pretty...and banging my head against a wall.

What advice would you give to someone who wants to start their own clothing store? 
Don't listen to business advisers, Don't buy what you "think" will sell...just buy what you love. learn and love your product. Kill the competition haha.

Patrik Ervell Autumn/Winter 2010 Collection

The Swedish-born Patrik Ervell originally studied political science but later fell into design after working as an editor at V magazine. His aesthetic is minimal, and involves creative use of utilitarian materials, creating the “moody artist” look, with every piece as interesting and original as the last.

Hope

Hope is a Swedish label created and run by designers Ann Ringstrand and Stefan Soderberg. Their style is very low key, clean, raw and authentic, with emphasis on premium detailing. Their designs combine masculine styling with work wear durability to give the feel of exclusivity.

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Laundry Room

Made from Plastic has always had an ongoing love affair with independent boutiques and Laundry Room is no exception launching in 2005, selling a superb mix of independent British brands. They later re-launched the site in December 2009; Laundry Room is now able to bring its customers a handpicked selection of its favourite products, delivered with an impeccable eye for detail courtesy of the UK's top online designer fashion boutiques. 

Beach Fossils

Beach Fossils are a sublime offering of pop perfection, with their extremely catchy tunes. They perfectly combine jangly pop, with youthful energy, culminating in something that is sun drenched, with a hazy aesthetic.


 Beach Fossils - Youth by Made from Plastic 

Won Hundred Autumn/Winter 2010 Collection

The Won Hundred Autumn/Winter collection is inspired by the straight lines and hard shapes from cubist art, combined with the soft and natural influences from collage art of the same era. Materials like wood, paper and all sorts of found objects are glued and taped together. While black, grey and white are key, this seasons colours range from spice brown to a dark duffel bag green accented by a washed out aubergine and muted jade green.

55DSL X PANINI: Galactic Battle of Foosball

As mentioned prior on Made from Plastic, 55DSL have collaborated with PANINI to launch the Galactic Battle of Foosball. An International Foosball Tournament, taking place in 7 countries across the world. 

To enter the UK tournament, grab a form from 55DSL 10a Newburgh Street, or Bar Kick 127 Shoreditch High Street from 30.04.2010 til 15.05.2010. The UK tournament takes place on Wednesday 19.05.2010 at Bar Kick, 127 High Street, Shoreditch.

Remember though, NO SPINNING! 

Out of Print

Out of Print celebrates the world’s great stories through fashion, with their T-shirts featuring iconic and often out of print book covers. In addition to spreading the joy of reading through their tees, they acknowledge that many parts of the world don't have access to books at all and are working to change that. For each shirt they sell, one book is donated to a community in need through their partner Books For Africa.


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Mark McNairy

Mark McNairy a true design veteran has recently launched his debut footwear collection ‘Mark McNairy New Amsterdam’, comprising of his signature English-made shoes, including brogues, boots, loafers, and bucks. This New Amsterdam collection perfectly blends American work wear, military, and Ivy League preppy styling, with his now signature red brick sole is ever present. The result is  a collection of stunning footwear, giving Made from Plastic a serious case of shoe envy.

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Sketchbook

Sketchbook is a new quarterly magazine, showcasing established and emerging creative talents in fashion, design, culture, photography and illustration. It featuring original sketchbook graphics, exclusive interviews, with the aims to provide an entrance into the minds of switched-on, aware and intelligent creative’s and inspire those who wish to be part of such an innovative industry. Their second issue, entitle The London Fashion Designers Issue is on sale now and a thoroughly enjoyable read so check it out.

Joe Casely-Hayford for John Lewis

One of the most pleasantly surprising collaborations Made from Plastic has seen in a long while comes from acclaimed designer Joe Casely-Hayford has created an exclusive collection for John Lewis. Recognised for his innovation and ability to produce definitive future classics, Joe Casely-Hayford´s range celebrates everything that’s great about Britain and sartorialism to great effect, with an eloquent eye for detail.

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1205

Paula Gerbase is the designer behind 1205, with their first collection, entitled ‘One’, launched for Spring/Summer 2010. This capsule collection of menswear, womenswear and unisex pieces features Gerbase’s trademark sensitive use of luxury fabrics and erudite pattern construction for a modern-contemporary muse. 1205’s colour palette adopts a modern and austere vision in a colourful monochrome of greys, blues, blacks and whites. The silhouette embraces a lighter and more relaxed silhouette.

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Dirt Box: Jimi Blue

Made from Plastics favourite scumbags (Dirt Box) have re-issued their classic “Jimi Blue” tee, with a new and improved fit (Jimi Blue 2.0 if you will). So this is not only a cause for celebration but reason to loosen the purse strings immediately. You should also check out Mr Currie’s “Full Time Deadbeat” chronicles while you’re at it, it doesn't disappoint.


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