Sightings: Ray-Ban Clubmaster

I've always loved a good Ray-Ban. So it's not surprising that I'm very into these new polarized, lightly tinted Clubmasters.
If you've been reading you'll know I've chatted about some great shades before, and it's definitely no secret that I'm partial to my camouflage Wayfarers. But there's something fantastically Dickie Greenleaf-esque about these frames (needless to say anything Amalfi Coast-related is superb in my book). Also summer is fast approaching which generally means it's time to make some changes. Clothes, skincare routines, optics - it's all good. And who doesn't love change, right? - Don't answer that.

The point is Ray-Ban has released a new Clubmaster. The 3016 is exceptionally retro; the classic brow-line frame looks just as good today as it did in the 1980s (dare I whisper the word timeless?). Now I know I've addressed the what's-my-face-shape thing - and yes, that is important (I mean I wrote a whole thing, you guys). But I've been forcing a plethora of round, square and oval faces to try these bad boys on... to resounding success! Everyone looked fly. Besides, the fact that they're polarized means your eyes will really love you - so that's definitely a thing. Also I might mention that someone actually pulled-up to me at a traffic light in Los Angeles, complimenting the Clubmasters. If you need more validation than that, well, I really can't help you.

Alexander Atkins, wearing the new Ray-Ban 3016 Clubmasters, photographed by Cara Beth Rogers in San Francisco.

*Discover more about to Clubmaster by clicking here. 

Washed Out: Asos Jeans Jacket

I dig jeans jackets - on other people (I'm one of those types). Yet recently I've been into it. 'It' being washed-out and fun.

Sure I have several great childhood memories of various denim coats and this season's resurgence makes me nostalgic for the nineties (what's better than that?). But generally I've been avoiding the whole thing for fear of being just too hipster. That is until now. It's likely I was ten when I last wore a jeans jacket. I probably paired it with navy Oshkosh B'gosh overalls and my prized pair of LA Gears (remember those?!). The point is it was cool, but is it cool again? The answer: a resounding two thumbs-up!

I love rediscovering how easy a jeans jacket is. Just to throw-on and go, you know? What's more it's perfect for this seasonal transition period. For now I'd definitely avoid stereotypical blues and rather opt for an acid-wash, which appears more appropriate and current. Paired with an APC striped knit tee, basic Acne Studios jeans and original Wayfarers, the whole thing has real potential for becoming the ideal casual uniform. 

Alexander Atkins, wearing an Asos acid-wash denim jacket, photographed by Cara Beth Rogers in San Francisco.

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Hairspiration: The Dip Dye

By now I'd say I've made my views on hairspiration known, and so nothing is more exciting than seeing it become reality.

Hairspiration is a real thing and you, dear reader, are being led to it's very essence. Hairspiration in action! And if that sounds a bit too intense for a Tuesday morning, relax. Just look at the pictures and click the links - you'll get it.

When my friend Camille (who has always had great hair moments - remember?) decided she was going to go all Alison Mosshart-circa-right-now this past weekend, I was beyond excited. I mean who doesn't like The Kills? (Especially now that Jamie Hince is actually Mr. Kate Moss.) That's right, we all love them. 

Some of the best decisions we make are impulsive. Changing-up your look is real when it's impulsive, because your gut knows you want it. Camille settled on her hairspiration twenty minutes before her actual appointment. Judging from these shots I'd say it was a hugely successful source of inspiration. Centrally parted, teased or even tied back in a high-pony, the triple dip-dye job has proven its versatility. And besides all that, aren't we supposed to do this kind of thing in our twenties?

Tuesday just got a little more interesting.

Camille Labat, wearing an Acne leather jacket, photographed by Alexander Atkins in Palo Alto.

*Camille Labat wears blue-tinted Ray-Bans and an Acne leather jacket. Click here to visit her tumblr. 

The New York City Beanie

Something obvious happened at New York Fashion Week: every Tom, Dick and Harry did the oversized beanie thing.

Perhaps we're all having a string of bad hair days? It's possible but let's be honest, this trend is everywhere. Practically speaking I get it, it's really cold (damn-you windchill factor!) and there really is nothing worse than freezing ears. 

Frostbite aside I've long been a fan of the basic beanie, especially my Missoni number. But I'll admit the oversized thing and I only recently became acquainted, and boy am I pleased we met! Paired with classic tortoise shell Ray-Ban Wayfarer's, some token camouflage, a Prada windbreaker and a standard grey hoodie (for good measure, you know?) - the oversized beanie has quickly become an integral part of my urban uniform. We'll reconvene in Spring, but I can pretty much guarantee the beanie and I are going to be hanging out for a while.

Happy Weekend!

*The olive cuffed acrylic-blend beanie is available to purchase at American Apparel. Click here to purchase.