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FASHION AND CINEMA: FIVE OF OUR FAVOURITE DESIGNER FILM COLLABORATIONS
It's pretty typical to find a selection of cinematic references when we peel back the layers of any contemporary designers latest collection. Some designers return to the same films and genres of film time and time again - we all know of Raf Simons's affinity for Twin Peaks, and Giorgio Armani's love for Italian Noir cinema. What is less explored it seems is the reverse - the influence of fashion designers on film. Here are some of our favourite films with designer wardrobes.
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WHAT DOES ADIDAS STAND FOR?
Adidas is the second largest sportswear brand in the world, topped only by Nike. What does Adidas mean and what are the Adidas brand's values?
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OAKLEY OVER THE TOP: THE MOST ICONIC SUNGLASSES OAKLEY EVER MADE
The Oakley Over The Top – Oakley OTT to those in the know– are a polarizing pair of facial architecture in more ways than one.
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TRUSS EXPLORES 90s FASHION: MEN'S 90s FASHION TRENDS
The 90s is synonymous with cool, a buzzword denoting freedom of expression and burgeoning music scenes. What were the Men’s 90s Fashion Trends, what were celebrities in the 90s wearing, and who were the top 90s men's fashion designers?
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THE COMPLETE HISTORY OF STONE ISLAND & TELA STELLA: THE BIRTH OF THE BRAND
Since its inception in 1982, Stone Island has been consistently pushing the boundaries of contemporary menswear. In particular, the brand's Tela Stella fabric defined the brand, the name and the badge.
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ITALIAN MADE CLOTHING: WHAT MAKES IT SO SPECIAL, AND IS ANYTHING ‘MADE IN ITALY’ ANYMORE?
In the past Made in Italy has been a marker of Italian excellence, now this is all but lost. Is anything made in Italy anymore?
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DOCUMENTING EVERY VETEMENTS COLLECTION (SO FAR)
This article documents every Vetements collection released to date. Discover Vetement's brand history with TRUSS.
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NUMBER NINE: AN OVERVIEW OF THE CULT FASHION BRAND
Founded by Takahiro Miyashita in 1996, Number (N)ine is a Japanese fashion brand that created clothing inspired by American culture (Americana), military garments, and rock music. The brand was active for 12 strong years and cultivated a massive following in the fashion community.
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TRUSS EXPLORES 80s FASHION: MEN'S 80s FASHION TRENDS
Men's Fashion bloomed in the 80s, producing some of the most coveted garment silhouettes we still see today. Read about 80s men's fashion with TRUSS.
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THE TIMELESS APPEAL OF ARCHIVE FASHION: ACCESS FASHION'S ARCHIVES WITH TRUSS
What is archive fashion? What are the key archival fashion brands? What does archival clothing mean? Explore these questions with Truss Archive.
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YOUR GUIDE TO UNDERCOVER JEANS
Jun Takahashi’s Undercover roams the border between Japanese street culture and Parisian high fashion, the craftwork on Undercover denim is legendary.
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THE PRADA CHEST RIG: SUMMER FUNCTION & STYLE
Prada’s history itself is rooted in luxury travel goods and leather bags, most popular of which is the Prada chest rig.
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WHY IS FASHION SO INFATUATED WITH BONDAGE?
If fashion really does run in twenty-year cycles, then now is the time for the return of bondage – if it ever left. Explore the origins of bondage in fashion.
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VETEMENTS A HOODIE: THE ANARCHY HOODIE
The Vetements Anarchy Hoodie is a true icon of the Swiss brand. Often referred to as the ‘A’ hoodie, Vetements’s Anarchy Hoodie is rightly infamous.
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THE MOST ICONIC NUMBER NINE TEES & WHERE TO FIND THEM
A mainstay of Number (N)ine is their iconic T-Shirts, perhaps the most wearable garment from the brand. Discover their history and where to find them.
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MAHARISHI TOUR D’AFRIQUE SS2017
In SS17 maharishi unleashed their Tour d’Afrique collection, following increasing American and Chinese military presence in the region.
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THE LARGEST RAF CLOTHING CATALOGUE & ARCHIVE
TRUSS has curated and identified, with the contributions of hundreds of sellers, collectors and archivists, thousands of Raf Simon's archive garments.
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THE HISTORY OF COMME DES GARÇONS NIKE
American sportswear conglomerate Nike was founded in 1964, just 5 years prior to CDG, and over the last 25 years the two have collaborated continuously.
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ROBSRACK SPOTLIGHT
Seller Robsrack highlights some of his favourite garments including an original Stone Island smock from 1982.
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THE FASCINATING ORIGIN OF LOUIS VUITTON: FROM TRUNK MAKING TO LUXURY FASHION GIANT
Louis Vuitton, a name synonymous with luxury fashion and high-end accessories began as a small trunk maker.
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THE BOLD AND DARING AESTHETIC OF VIVIENNE WESTWOOD SEDITIONARIES
Vivienne Westwood began her fashion career through a small unit with Malcom McLaren. The unit would go through many changes before being named Seditionaries.
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NOVALIS: ASICS & KIKO KOSTADINOV
The Japanese sports behemoth ASICS has launched Novalis alongside collaborator Kiko Kostandinov, who’s productions with the brand are legendary.
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PHARRELL WILLIAMS - CREATIVE DIRECTOR OF LOUIS VUITTON MENSWEAR
The recording artist, producer, fashion designer, and philanthropist Pharrell Williams has been confirmed this week as the creative director of Louis Vuitton
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JUNYA WATANABE NIKE HIKE
In 2004, Junya Watanabe designed a number of t-shirts and sweaters utilising historic Nike graphics, and motifs of his Comme des Garçons sub-line.
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INSIDE THE WESTMINSTER MENSWEAR ARCHIVE
The Westminster Menswear Archive has become a pivotal destination for designers, researchers, students and general fashion enthusiasts.
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HELMUT LANG PAINTER JEANS: THE TROUSERS THAT CHANGED DENIM
Discover the iconic Helmut Lang Painter Jeans that revolutionised the way we see denim. Learn about their history and why they remain a fashion staple today.
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GYAKUSOU: YOUR INTRODUCTION JUN TAKAHASHI’S CULT ACTIVEWEAR LABEL
In 2010, the Japanese designer Jun Takahashi was approached by Nike Lab with an opportunity to collaborate on an activewear line, Undercover Nike Gyakusou
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AN EXPLORATION OF PRADA SPORT
A history and explanation behind the iconic Prada Sport line. Download TRUSS for the best Prada Sport available online.
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5 ICONIC LOUIS VUITTON COLLABORATIONS
Here are five iconic collaborations from the Louis Vuitton's lasting foray into fashion. Stephen Sprouse. Kayne West. Supreme. Jeff Kooms.
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A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO THE STONE ISLAND BADGE
The Stone Island badge represents the brand's constant innovation. Explore the history and meaning behind this symbol with our guide of all Stone Island Badges.
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FASUNAA SPOTLIGHT
Influential blog/archiver Fasunaa selects some of their most iconic archival garments.
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A LOOK AT LOUIS VUITTON'S RELATIONSHIP WITH SPORTS
Last week Louis Vuitton announced the appointment of its latest ambassador, Tennis star Carlos Alcaraz, ahead of the LVMH-sponsored 2024 Paris Olympics.
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A LOOK AT RAF SIMONS' TIME AT CALVIN KLEIN: 205W39NYC
Raf Simons made waves in the fashion industry during his tenure as Chief Creative Officer at Calvin Klein, particularly with his 205w39nyc collection.
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THE EVOLUTION OF NIKE ACG: NIKE ACG BOOTS & SNEAKERS
Nike's ACG line has come a long way since its inception in 1988. Originally designed for outdoor enthusiasts, ACG is imprinted into the fabric of fashion. Discover the history of Nike ACG with TRUSS.
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