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5th September 2016 — No Comments

Topman Tailoring // Lookbook 39

"The suit is a machine for living in, close-fitting but comfortable armour, constantly revised and reinvented to be, literally, well suited for modern daily life.” – Cally Blackman

As styles change on an almost weekly basis its nice to know that us guys always have a classic fall back option. A man will look his best in a well fitting suit so with this mindset I set out exploring Knightsbridge with my latest tailored piece from Topman.

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Knightsbridge is an exclusive residential and retail district in West London, south of Hyde Park. It is identified in the London Plan as one of two international retail centres in London and is home to many British and international fashion houses, including London-based shoe designers Jimmy Choo and Manolo Blahnik.

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The Withings Activite Steel - a fitness tracker that's more than a bit smarter. You can run, walk, swim, or dance the night away without your phone. There’s no charging and no button to press — Activité Steel automatically tracks everything via the Connected Movement Technology and syncs the info to your app to give you in-depth metrics, personal coaching and more. I've been wearing it for over 6 months now and it has been an invaluable part of my routine.

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knightsbridge london Thanks for reading our latest article. If you enjoyed what you read why not give it a share using the links below? For more fashion posts check out our latest lookbook with Bench, street style from London Collections or our trip to Rome.

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24th August 2016 — No Comments

Bench Original // Lookbook 38

One of my favourite areas to explore in London is Bank / City of London. City of London is actually a city and county within London itself so the name may be a little confusing. Regular readers may have already seen me cover City of London in one of our photo journals but the diversity of the area keeps me coming back.

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Bench is a British streetwear brand that was founded in Manchester in 1989 and has gone from strength to strength in recent years. They have their own stores all over the world including UK, Germany and Canada where they sell denim, trousers, sweats, hoodies, belts, bags and more. Keeping ears to the streets is a staple of any modern brand so when Bench partnered up with Brit Award winners, Rudimental to be the new faces of their Autumn/Winter 2016 campaign I was beyond excited.

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'Baby' and 'Feel the Love' were some of my favourite tracks produced by British artists last year and it's great to see bands you've followed for a while go from strength to strength. Keeping up the streetwear aesthetic I picked out some items from their AW16 range (which you can grab below) and set out exploring Bank on a quiet Sunday morning.

Hoodie - MARL HOODIE BILL WITH RUBBER PRINT

Trousers - TAPERED SLIM SWEATPANS

Shoes - MENSTAN SUEDE AND LEATHER BROGUE BOOTS

Sunglasses - RAYBAN LIGHT HAVANA

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If you enjoyed this post make sure to share it with your friends using the links below and check out my latest lookbook for Topmans' Great Britain, Great Suits campaign. Alternatively check out my latest travel journal from Barcelona.

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24th August 2016 — No Comments

Farah Menswear // Lookbook 37

There's a quote that basically says if you're feeling comfortable then you must not be taking any risks. Greatness begins outside your comfort zone which is why the time has come for me to start thinking about the next chapter for the DIVISION brand. I've been in London for 2 years and it has been an invaluable learning experience. I've met some truly amazing people, explored some unique nooks and crannies and spent way too much on cold coffee.

Before I leave London for good I want to share some lookbook and travel posts with you guys as I get ready for the next chapter of my journey. I don't know exactly where it'll lead but I do know it's going to be nothing less than exciting!

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Farah is one of my favourite British menswear brands and their sleek and understated designs have been a staple of my wardrobe for the last few years. Remember the crisp oxford shirt I was rocking in my North / South Divide Lookbook? Well if white isn't your colour then the new slim fit shirt in burgundy can really spice up a look. With autumn just around the corner the harrington jacket is perfect for those windy days while it's light fabric means it can be mixed with other items in your wardrobe.

Shirt - THE BREWER SLIM FIT SHIRT

Jacket - OTLEY SHEARING COLLAR WOOL HARRINGTON JACKET

Trousers - GREEN AND BLUE CHECK SUIT TROUSERS

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20th August 2016 — No Comments

New Faces 03 // Journal 61

Reckon I'm going to become a hoarder in my older years as I can't seem to throw anything away. I feel that every photo and screenshot I take needs it's own special folder as it's bound to come in use eventually. What actually happens is that I live perpetually in the past, editing photos and videos taken many moons ago. What I decided is that August is going to be my 'clean out' month. You'll see lots of posts that may not reach my self imposed high standard but I need to clear some headspace.

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The latest 'New Faces' post went down a treat so I started looking through my drive to see what other snaps I've taken since then. A fair whack of them was basically me helping take some polaroids for Cesar at Unsigned so they're not the finished products but hey, gotta practice, practice, practice!

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19th August 2016 — No Comments

Things To Do In London 8

In the wise words of Mr Fresh Prince "Summer, summer, summertime. Time to sit back and unwind." Lounging by the pool for days on end has never appealed to me though so by unwinding I mean 'get up nice and early and fill your head with information'. Luckily I have some likeminded insomniac friends so these trips are anything but boring.

MORE: PART 1, PART 2, PART 3, PART 4, PART 5

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Natural History Museum, London

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How could you not be fascinated by science? A field that dares to ask 'Why not?' and always pushes the boundaries of traditional thinking. The Science and Natural History Museums are some one of my favourite places in London to waste away an afternoon.

The geological Earth Sciences department is a treasure in of itself. As Carl Sagan brilliantly put it “The nitrogen in our DNA, the calcium in our teeth, the iron in our blood, the carbon in our apple pies were made in the interiors of collapsing stars. We are made of starstuff.” It's fascinating looking through all the different materials knowing that elements of them are present within us all.

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I also got a little moment of victory as the entire day Krissy and I were discussing whether dinosaurs had feathers. Turns out that birds are some of their direct descendants and that there were multiple species of feathered dinosaurs. So take note men! You can win an argument against women, they tend to find it hard to fight against facts 🙂

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V&A - Victoria and Albert Museum

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If science isn't your poison make sure to visit the the world's largest museum of decorative arts and design - The V&A. Housing a permanent collection of over 4.5 million objects, it was founded in 1852 and named after Queen Victoria and Prince www.bantuhealth.org/tadalafil-buy/ Albert. It's also right across the road so really, you have no excuses. At the time of our visit Clarks showcased a brilliant perspective into the history of shoes that I wish to share with you now.

Shoes are commodities and collectables. The luxurious and impractical shoes that clearly signal privilege and status have long been objects of desire. Today, a pair of shoes by Jimmy Choo or Prada is a more covered possession than any other item of clothing. Spending large amounts of money on a pair of shoes is pleasurable because it is excessive.

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Throughout the centuries and across cultures, footwear has symbolised high social status. Often impractical in decoration and shape, these shoes make a clear statement that the wearer does not engage in manual labour. The design of shoes has created many identifiable symbols of supremacy and privilege, from the red heels of Louis XIV's court to the elaborately embroidered moccasins worn by the Iroquois elite. These shoes just like a pair of Loubouti ns today, show that the wearer belongs to an exclusive circle.

Height is perhaps the most conspicuous way that social status can be represented. High shoes make the wearer literally stand above the crowd, easily spotted and admired in a gathering. From the platform sandals of ancient Greece to today's sleek stilettos, increased height creates a teetering object of desire.

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18th August 2016 — No Comments

Things To Do In London 7

They say life is short but if you think about it it's actually the longest thing you'll ever get to do. I think what 'they' actually mean is life is too short to spend on things you don't care about. There's an amazing Lenin quote that goes "There are decades where nothing happens; and there are weeks where decades happen." I got to experience this in full over the last few weeks as the cogs have started turning and my 2 year London experience is coming to a temporary close. With Brexit likely to disrupt countless lives over the coming year it's time to take control of my path and start a new adventure. But before I reveal the surprise here are some things you should check out in London this summer.

MORE: PART 1, PART 2, PART 3, PART 4, PART 5

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Hunterian Museum - Royal College of Surgeons

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A few month ago my friend Ollie and I visited the Hunterian Museum in Holborn as I feel that everyone has a deep fascination with anatomy. The Hunterian Museum boasts unrivalled collections of human and non-human anatomical and pathological specimens, models, instruments, painting and sculptures that reveal the art and science of surgery from the 17th century to the present day.

There's something surreal about the whole place as you're stood mere inches away from anatomical specimens that feel almost alien. Except they're not. They're real and existed on this planet at some point in time. Funny to think that once you strip away the makeup, clothes and day to day prejudices, we're all the same beneath the skin.

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kristina dimitrova oliver albuquerque It doesn't really matter what you do in London but rather who you do it with. Even the most boring location can become the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of laughter and mindless exploration. Of course it never hurts to have a camera with you to capture those fleeting moments that are oh so rare in our busy and hectic lives. Krissy from INTERLACED // Kisses & Wires was of course on hand to spice up our afternoon with her insatiable laughter and a drive that would make Richard Branson blush.

Never one to say no to a spot of shopping we explored Soho and Oxford Street, doing our best to imitate 500 Days of Summer (Honey, the taps don't work!) and spending way to much money on Aesop's luxury hand creams. Having a magazine allows me a unique perspective on the nature of materialism. You can always have more stuff but it won't make you any happier. Surrounding yourself with people that make you laugh. Now that's luxury.

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14th August 2016 — No Comments

Be Somebody // Photography Journal 59

Part of the fun of living in London are the legendary acts that show up at your door on a weekly basis. I've previously covered some of our favourites but my recent trip Village Underground to see Clams Casino was an unforgettable experience. It epitomised everything I love about rave nights even if this one was set to a mellow hip hop soundtrack.

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As the night built up Clams played classics such as 'I'm God', 'Wassup', 'Bass' while intertwining them with standout tracks from his new album '32 Levels'. Village Underground provided the perfect atmosphere for the closer of the show, my new favourite song called 'Blast'. Basically a 2 minute culmination of everything that's brilliant about this one in a generation producer. Give it a blast:

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As you can see from the pictures my broken XE-1 is still very much alive as I couldn't bear to sell it without taking it for one last stroll. It's been broken ever since my trip to Rome and just like then I feel a late night stroll can really clear ones mind. It also allows you to see a city in a completely unique glow and feel its energy that's really hard to show using pictures alone.

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12th August 2016 — No Comments

Model Walk // Photography Journal 58

What do you love about your city? If you ponder the question long enough I bet the true answer will surprise you. It's not the expensive restaurants and overpriced cocktails but the people and those priceless experiences. I've talked about my love for the Victoria Embankment in the past (and I shot one of my first lookbooks here not too long ago) so it's of little surprise that I find myself here again.

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I was joined by a fellow partner in crime Lucy who also runs her own blog LJLV. After a trip to the Tate Modern to learn about the art of movement we decided to put the information to good use. Braving the elements we shot some small videos that I added to my weekly vlog below. It's a little rough around the edges but feedback is always welcome.

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My trusty Withings Activite smartwatch was of course by my side. If you need a lightweight timepiece that helps you stay in shape and regulate your sleep schedule then look no further.

As someone who used to get around 5 hours of sleep a night and little exercise this small addition to my life has been a lifesaver.

Get yours here - www.withings.com/us/en/products/activite-steel

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9th August 2016 — No Comments

Saint Pablo // Journal 51

Hey guys, just wanted to say thank you to everyone who took the time out of their undoubtedly busy schedule to check out my blog. It honestly means a lot 🙂 I was actually thinking about the concept of time quite a lot recently and I came to the conclusion that it's the only commodity we all share in common. Whether you're rich or poor or live on the other side of the world - an hour is still an hour, the only difference is how you choose to spend it. Time is valuable although many of us don't seem to realise that.

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I get a lot of emails and messages that ask me how I manage to stay on top of things and constantly produce great content. The bad news is that there is no right answer, you have to find a system that works for you. The good news is that everyone can do this. When you're first starting out in the world of blogging or writing you have absolutely no idea what you're doing, there's a feeling that you'll be 'found out' soon and all your hard work and accomplishments would have been for nothing. I'm here to dispel that myth and act as proof that hard work does pay off.

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After a while you'll learn more about yourself, you'll learn what you enjoy doing and writing about as again you only have a limited amount of time and cannot write about absolutely everything (even though your itchy fingers want to). Think of each piece of content you produce as a message in a bottle you throw into the ocean. After a while some will start coming back and you will have to choose and begin saying 'NO' to people. For me that was the hardest lesson to learn but it wouldn't be a a great lesson if we found it easy.

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Procrastination is a killer in all walks of life. When you're at work or university you might get given deadlines by your superiors or teachers or clients. This ensures that as the deadline draws nearer you step it up a gear and get everything done on time and (hopefully) under budget. But in life there is no deadline, there is no time limit for going to the gym or writing that blog post. That's why it's important to treat the brain as a muscle, you have to give it constant exercise otherwise it'll become dormant.

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DIVISION MAGAZINE EUROPE

Many of you have been here since the beginning (send me an email if you remember my Tumblr blog and I'll make sure to send you a little special. No joke.). For those of you just joining welcome to the next chapter. Style Division has allowed me to create a truly unique platform, a space that helped me find my voice and then share it. The next stage is all about giving back. I wish to use DIVISION as a platform to showcase some new faces, exciting creatives and future thinking visionaries. If you think that might be you please get in touch using the email at the bottom of this article.

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Kurt Geiger - Murray

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It wouldn't be a Style Division post without a hint of fashion so check out my trusty Murray sneakers from KG Kurt Geiger. I picked these up for LCM back in January but it feels like they've been in my wardrobe a lot longer. The classic rubber toecap and sole keeps the shoes relatively light and most important of all - comfortable. I've been wearing them with some ankle socks this summer and the look still works so if you're looking for versatility I would definitely recommend you grab yourself a pair.

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If you enjoyed this post make sure to share it with your friends using the links below and check out my latest lookbook that I did for Topman or another photography journal if you're in the mood for some visual inspiration.

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8th August 2016 — No Comments

The Art of Solitude // Journal 62

Famous Manchester born philosopher Karl Pilkington once said "a problem solved is a problem caused". This is further backed up by French scientist Blaise Pascal who in 1654 wrote “All of humanity’s problems stem from man’s inability to sit quietly in a room alone.” I kid of course about Karl but sometimes he does come out with some profound quotes. If you think about it your life is a constant paradox. Life continually gets out of hand and becomes more unpredictable while we try our hardest to make it look like we have our shit together.

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There is an importance to solitude. Dedicating time to yourself and becoming at ease with ones own thoughts is an important part of personal development and understanding. Solitude improves your focus and appreciation for the smaller things in life. Things like yoga and meditation are becoming ever popular as they allow you to collect your own thoughts and see things that may have otherwise been overlooked.

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Its easy to categorise things as black and white. Whether it's an argument or a simple difference of opinion I don't think one side is ever 100% correct. At best there are several shades of grey that you have to get through to get some small glimmer of understanding. For me it's fascinating watching debates as you can see the passion someone exudes when they're fighting for something they believe in. For them it's not just a matter of a black and white but about getting a full spectrum of understanding about the issue at hand. There's something very commendable about that.

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The Lookbook

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It wouldn't be a Style Division post without a sprinkle of fashion thrown in so for my latest outing i grabbed some brogues, tartan trousers from Topman and a navy coat from Zara. A plain white oxford shirt and jumper is a classic combination so throw those in the mix and you're done. 10 minutes tops and you're on your way 🙂

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