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Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Eyewear : The Wait Is Over...

2013-05-21 14:26:29

Vivienne Westwood Anglomania is a brand that is very close to our hearts here at Triads, and we know that you share that love for the Queen of British style too. For that reason, as well as the many requests from all of you, SS13 sees the introduction of the Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Eyewear collection into our portfolio and not a moment too soon!

Selecting only the very best from the collection, we whittled it down to 7 styles. We all love an oversized frame in the Summer and there are plenty on offer from this collection.

The classic square shaped frame comes in a chic midnight blue shade and features Orb crest detailing on the arms. For a nod to vintage styles, look to the rounder style. This style comes in 3 colourways – Frosted pink and two tortoiseshell designs with sweet pastel shades running through them.

For a more unusual design, the chunky frosted frame is a real head turner and will transform the most basic of Summer outfits into a statement look.

View the rest of the collection and buy your favourite style here.

Converse Chuck Taylor "Well Worn" Collection...

2013-05-21 13:54:29

We don’t know about you, but when we don a fresh pair of Converse, we just can’t wait to get them a bit roughed up! In fact, they’re probably one of the only shoes in the world that look better as the years go by, and we would quite happily do without those first few weeks of fresh-from-the-box white.

With this in mind, the new “Well Worn” collection from Converse gives your new favourite sneakers a head start. In keeping with their “Shoes Keep It Clean, Sneakers Get Dirty” motto, the newly launched collection features the iconic Chuck Taylor in a soft washed canvas with stained toe caps and distressed soles to create that perfect love-worn look straight from the box – Genius, we know.

Available in a variety of new colourways for the new season including a sweet butterscotch yellow and a wear-with-everything turtledove shade, that we love so much, we’re offering it up in both the hi- and lo-top styles.

View the whole collection and buy your favourite style HERE.

Ally Capellino SS13 : A Bag For Life...

2013-05-21 11:40:38

Originally a womenswear brand, Ally Capellino has come a long way since its launch in 1980. The Accessories line first came into its own at the turn of the millennium and was so successful that since then, other lines have been cut and Ally Capellino is now a specific luxury accessories label. With collaborations with the Tate Modern and Apple under their belts, you can see why this is a brand with a high reputation for quality and timeless appeal, and why we are so excited to add it to our Ladieswear portfolio for SS13.

For laid-back, weekend styling, look no further than the Polly Jean. In supple, super soft leather, the slouchy cross-body bag from the ‘Zippy’ collection contains two zip compartments – One main, large space and one smaller, slim pocket at the front. She comes in navy blue with contrasting handles and also in a light woody brown shade, making it so easy to wear, you’ll never want pretty Polly Jean to leave your side.

If an investment piece for everyday use is what you’re looking for, look no further than the ’Conservative’ Collection – It was so hard to decide on one style that we just had to bring you two – Marjorie and Lesley.

Marjorie is a great day bag, perfect for work, with just enough room for all your essentials but not so much that things will get lost. The magnetic flap closure is genius if you ask us, and definitely adds something special to the already stunning Italian leather bag.

Lesley is a classic shopper style, with a somewhat raw quality to it, constructed from thick, unlined Italian leather and finished with industrial brass fittings. With both bags from this collection coming in two colourways, you’re spoilt for choice. We’re championing the vibrant sea blue hue, but the classic chocolate brown colourway is just as delicious!

We’ve fallen in love with every one of our Ally Capellino pieces this season and we’re pretty sure you will too... Now, how can we justify taking home one of each?!

View the whole collection and choose your favourite piece HERE.

Han Kjobenhavn Sunglasses : Danish Simplicity At It's Best...

2013-05-21 11:34:37

Danish brand Han Kjøbenhavn was first imagined back in 2008 on the bustling streets of Copenhagen. One of many Scandi brands emerging and building cult status amongst purveyors of eternally wearable, stripped back and quality products, Han Kjøbenhavn’s Eyewear collections are the pinnacle of Danish style – “Simple but innovative and aesthetically beautiful...”.

The name of the style we have chosen for you says it all really – the ‘Timeless’ design is just that. Unaffected by trends and fads, the simple shape does not discriminate by age or gender – A truly classic design to be worn by fathers, daughters, sisters and brothers.

With colourways for the more adventurous, and others for a more reserved style, there is a Timeless piece for everyone. Channel this year’s biggest eyewear trend with the contrasting block colour pieces, or for a really modern feel, look to the clear Perspex style with chic tortoiseshell arms.

For the more daring amongst you, the Clip-On style provides a really quirky addition to the collection and the green tinted lenses in a number of the styles are an unexpected styling detail that will have heads turning.

And just in case you needed any more reason to add a piece of Han Kjøbenhavn to your eyewear collection, each handmade style boasts high spec Carl Zeiss lenses.

Stock is limited on these highly sought after pieces. Browse the collection and buy your new favourite accessory HERE.

Bodega x Saucony Elite G9 Spring & Summer Round 2

2013-05-14 13:10:16

Although they hit us with a pack only months previous, Bodega and Saucony are back at it again for another round of fantastic footwear. Like the last pack there are two colourways in total, neither of them showing the slightest sign of restraint. Both colourways are as crazy as each other and the mash up of colours and materials makes for a collaboration like no other. From leopard print ripstop to bright purple leather the shoe's many panels are taken to a new dimension, two sneakers that will be hard to forget. As with all Bodega collaborations, numbers stay low whilst demand is high and with this particular release only 12 pairs are available in each colourway. Put this against a total of less than 650 available worldwide and you'll get a vague idea of just how limited this release really is.

There was e-commerical carnage when the last pack dropped so with this in mind it's very much a case of fastest finger first when these drop on Saturday May 18 both online and in store. It's worth noting however, customers who plan to travel to the store may like to send us an email in advance.

mita sneakers x adidas Originals ZX8000

2013-05-13 10:12:33

Following on from the success of last months 'Japan Pack' we're pleased to say that adidas have blessed us with a second installment. Although only one model is to be released, it's good enough to warrant just the same hype that the previous three silhouettes garned at the end of last month. Hardened adidas fans will notice the colourway first of all but even the casual footwear consumer will be able to appreciate the shoe's classic profile.

It's a design that harks back to the golden days of EQT Support and if you're unwilling to pay the EQT's eBay prices its likely you'll welcome the mita sneakers collaboration with open arms. Like the aforementioned EQT Support, the ZX8000 comes equipped with the technologically advanced Torsion bar. Torsion was and still is, one of the best footwear advancements of our generation so its nice to see adidas keeping it alive in today's tech orientated market. The shoe first released in 1989 and although it's a storied silhouette we can't help think it's been a little slept on. Despite never really tapping into mass appeal it's become one of those connoisseurs choices and one that real footwear fans can appreciate.

After that little background check its time to take a look at the issue in question. In truth its a simplistic design but one that ensures it's easy to get on board with. It retains all of the shoe's classic features but is designed in such a way that it's still revelant today. Seasoned adidas buyers will love it's historical references and the more casual buyer will hopefully appreciate it's refined aesthetic. By using premium leather, suede and a light mesh the guys at mita sneakers have again succeeded in making an adidas classic just that little bit better and more importantly made a colourway worth buying. Like the previous 'Japan Pack' numbers are extremely limited and we don't anticipate having these in stock for very long. They're priced at £90 and they're shipping now. Click here to check them out.

Free Worldwide Shipping

2013-05-10 09:38:53

For our international customers, free worldwide shipping is about as good as it gets. The joy of not having to add extra cost on to your basket is absolutely unrivalled and here at Triads, this is something we appreciate. With this in mind we're running this grand offer for the next 6 days now. It expires at midnight May 16 and will be automatically applied to all orders greater than £50. Our UK customers are also eligible but the same rules apply.

We know how these things work. It's often comparable to receiving a gift voucher at Christmas when there's hardly anything left but here at Triads, we're destroying everything you thought you knew. More times than not elsewhere on the internet a discount will pop up when there's nothing you fancy but this time we couldn't be more timely as we're inudated with new arrivals from some of the most respected brands in menswear. Click here to take a look at our wares and remember to stay tuned to our Facebook page for product previews as and when they arrive.

Stussy BIANNUAL Volume One

2013-04-30 13:50:03

There's few brands with a richer history and modern relevance than Stussy so it was only right that the brand document this somehow. With digital content popping up then fading fast the Californian company have wisely chosen a foray into print, drawing up a concise little publication that will inevitably be delved into time and time again. It's printed on high grade paper not too far from the brand's base in Los Angeles so it's got that great homegrown organic feel to it in comparison to many brand's more commercial outputs.

The first issue of the BIANNUAL magazine sets the tone for things to come. We're excited by the suggestive title as it immediately gives us another one to look forward to this year, as if the debut wasn't thrilling enough. Volume One ties into the Spring 2013 collection which is handy as it's a collection with many talking points. As well as product shots and lookbooks portraying the items in all their glory, there is also a number of features which give us a great insight into the Stussy Tribe. They're a group with an incredibly interesting online presence so it's nice to see them translating their energy into print and getting the same vibe down on paper.

From vintage Thrasher ads to tours with LVRS, the magazine documents Stussy's lifestyle perfectly and and is candid view into the brand's goings on. One of the most intriguing features is Craig Fineman's photo essay on the pool skating phenomenon. Stussy is synonymous with skate, surf and beach culture so it's a very natural feature and a knowledgeabke one at that. In addition there's also a great piece of the Japanese pop artist Keiichi Tanaami which sheds a little light on the creative's crazy pieces.

All in all Stussy's BIANNUAL Vol 1. is an absorbing publication and one that definitely evokes excitement for the future. The brand has had a cracking couple of decades and if things continue as they are then we're looking forward to many more, all recorded within the pages of their new project. Like the number of stockists, the number of units is also agonisingly low but we have a small amount of both covers that are available both in store and online now priced at £8.

Adidas Spring & Summer '13 'Japan Pack'

2013-04-29 14:57:28

We love adidas and their trips to Japan, they're like our generous friends, never coming home empty handed. In the past we've seen the brand team up with companies like Beauty & Youth, mita Sneakers and The Soloist to name a few so we were excited when they announced the line-up for their latest offering. It's widely acknowledged that our Japanese friends get all the best stuff but adidas' collaborations regularly bridge the gap between Europe and Asia, bringing us the type of shoes we could previously only dream of getting our hands on.

As mentioned, this year's line up is arguably the finest ever. There's four companies involved (one of which comes later) each one refreshingly different to the last. From the design sensibilities of the upscale United Arrows brand to the edgy streetwear style of X-LARGE and ZOZOTOWN it's a pack with a lot of appeal, even though tastes will inevitably vary.

For those with a more reserved sense of swagger the UNITED ARROWS ZX500 will be the one to pluck for. It's a subtle affair that doesn't even feature any of the company's branding, only adidas branding can be found throughout! In today's climate this is a particularly unheard of move but one that's undoubtedly tasteful. The ZX500 is a silhouette most adidas fans will cherish and so as not to upset anyone UNITED ARROWS have selected quite a harmonious colour pallette in which soft grey suede sits alongside tough forest green leather. In addition to the reserved choices there is a subtle flash of illuminous green towards the rear of the shoe as well as to the bottom of the sole, an exciting little touch that rounds off a graceful make-up perfectly.

For the flashier footwear fanatic there's the ZOZOTOWN produced Campus 80s silhouette. As one of the biggest retailers in Japan, they're a company that can afford to go a little crazy as they've got a colossal following to sell to. Their rendition of the iconic Campus 80s silhouette is enviously creative and it's sure to be one of those shoes that every other brand wish they thought of first. Fusing animal hair and snakeskin it is a wild twist on what was previously a pretty tame silhouette.

Last and by no means least is the X-LARGE version of the legendary Superstar. Like ZOZOTOWN, the popular streetwear brand have opted for a spot of animal hair to create a giraffe theme that runs throughout. This is in combination with a rustic looking suede which creates a nice contrast between the two elements. One of the most renowned streetwear brands reworking one of the most urban models of all time, it was almost meant to be!

So there you have it, a nice little breakdown of the latest Japan Pack, a breakdown which we hope has answered that all important 'which one?' dilemma. All three silhouettes are now online in limited quantities and you can find them here.

Tricker's For Triads Spring & Summer '13

2013-04-26 14:55:47

Continuing our established allegiance with Tricker's this season we're pleased to present three new silhouettes, all respectful variations of classic British models. They're a company we're very familiar with and our previous releases have gone down particularly well with our discerning customers. Tricker's is one of the leading names in footwear and they've been making their unparalleled bespoke footwear since 1829, and it's their years of experience that's seen them royally appointed.

Quality is something we at Triads hold in high regard so it's a collaboration that came naturally to our design team. Tricker's shoes are particularly versatile in the sense that they often tread the fine line between smart and casual whilst all are suitable for day to day wear. For our latest installment of our ongoing series we've opted for three very different models on the premise that there's a little something to appeal to everyone.

The first model is the iconic brogue known as the Acorn Antique Brogues. Brown brogues are an unmistakably British phenomenon. They are a versatile solution that straddle smart and casual elements effortlessly but few examples are as beautiful as these. With the iconic status of the Tricker's brogues in mind we've chosen only subtle adjustments to retain the sense of simplicity they're appreciated for. To summarise we've used slightly different eyelets and a hard wearing natural leather sole to add unique elements and tasteful adaptations to what is already a legendary silhouette. We talk about longevity a lot but these are quite possibly the definition of the word and are highly likely to outlast even the wearer himself!

Secondly is the Toe-Cap Derby Brogue. Again it's a shoe we've played with before but this is arguably the stronger re-interation as it is a product of even more rigorous contemplation. They're made with one of the brand's most durable pebbled leathers, a leather which looks amazing and ages well at the same time. For the mid-section we've opted for an intelligent Scotchguard Repello™ suede which is optimized for easy maintenance and unrivalled durability. As well as these well performing materials we've also selected a patent leather toe cap and a textile heel pull which adds a touch of styling not usually found on this model.

Finally and should we say last but not least is the Longwing, it's a shoe we've played around with in the past with a more seasonal colourway but this latest release is designed with simplicity in mind with a medium grey geared towards versatility. It's a make-up that transcends throwaway styling as the distressed and pebbled leather combination is designed to withstand the test of time by looking good and performing well. In keeping with the shoe's traditional elements we've retained the leather sole and kept all the same suede panels but finished with a heel tab to give the shoe a unique dimension.

All of the three mentioned are now online in painfully limited numbers. You can also click through here to find our previous releases in the few sizes remaining. Free worldwide shipping comes as standard across the full Trickers For Triads range.