Boyish Blues

I’ve just got back from 4 days on the Kent coast where my current boyish favourites were in their baggy element. I bought these vintage Levi’s at Cow in Nottingham a few weeks back and although the low-slung style is admittedly taking some getting used to, they make laid-back summer dressing suddenly seem very easy. Being in such close proximity to the sea, I couldn’t resist pairing them with second-hand nautical stripes. A classic combo that was topped off nicely by new Ray-Ban Aviators I was given for my birthday, which enjoyed their sunny debut this past week. I’ve been looking to invest in some for a long time and their classic style and guaranteed quality guarantees I’ll be wearing them for many years to come.

Doubling up on comfy basics makes me so ready to throw in the dissertation towel and enjoy a summer that seems fast approaching, but unfortunately I've still got one more frantic month to endure until that happy day arrives. Hope you all enjoy the Easter weekend break and get to soak up some sunshine!

Photos by Jamie Biles

Emerson Fry

At the beginning of April I started my internship with online ethical, sustainable and conscious sourcebook The Distillerist. Task one involved bringing together a database of brands that are using responsible means to produce their clothes. The impressive size of the spreadsheet just goes to show how many individual companies out there are working to create stylish, conscious fashion.

I thought I’d share some photos from my favourite brand, Emerson Fry, whose simple, classic pieces are made in the USA using mostly natural fibres including cotton, silk and tencel. They fill me with hope that 'laid-back cool' is a real possibility and not just the American dream.

For inspiration on more fashion and beauty brands check out ‘The Little Green Book’ tab on The Distillerist.