June 2017 - Page 2 of 2

Viva La Universal Works

British workwear enthusiasts Universal Works have come through with more SS17 goodness and their offering is looking stronger than ever. Of course, we have the usual suspects that just grow on us more and more each season. The Twill Military Work Shirt and Bakers Overshirt for example, both with subtle summer season updates. In addition to these two aforementioned heroes we also have delved into their central spring / summer campaign that gives us a more extrovert offering than our usual collection.

This season they’ve revamped their uniform by exploring various inspirations from all things revolution: mid-century Cuba and the influence of the anti-establishment Beat movement in the USA. What you can expect this season is all-over prints, graphic t-shirts and loud prints, it works really well and we like it a lot.

What’s best is the majority is just perfect for the summer months. We’ve overshirts, a host of t-shirts, shirts both long and short in sleeve and overshirts galore. Absolutely none of it is overdesigned or overworked, it’s just a well-made, thought-out collection of clothing crafted from the finest cotton available and we love it.

Take a closer look at the latest Universal Works delivery and you’ll see for yourself how nice the collection is.

A Torrentshell for the torrential

Entering the British high-summer and torrential showers are two things that quite annoying just go hand in hand. Every year, without fail. This is where Patagonia steps up. Patagonia offer probably the best pound-for-pound waterproof jackets out there. Most notably, we are referencing the Torrentshell Jacket. For the money, what you get in return is unrivalled value; it’s lightweight, comes in loads of fancy colours (sensible ones too), it’s fully waterproof, it’s breathable (which is so hard to come by when searching for a waterproof jacket) and it’s made of 100% recycled materials. Though what we love most is the ability to pack back into itself. This brilliant function gives you the option to carry it around with you all summer and you’ll never get caught short when the showers show.

Explore our extensive collection of rainwear from Patagonia including the Torrentshell right away because let’s face it, umbrellas are absurd.

Festival Fever

As the festival season enters its peak we put together a few bits we could see ourselves wearing depending on the type of festival we’re off to. Covering everything from accessories that’ll carry all of our festival essentials to the perfect tops, pants, outerwear and footwear.

Best of British | Think Glastonbury, Festival No. 6. Let’s start with headwear that’ll combat that inevitable British rain or if you’re an optimist, something that will be ideal for when the sun shows. Our selection of summer coats and jackets will be just the ticket for when the cold starts to bite after sundown too.

Featured above: Patagonia – P-6 Logo Trucker Cap | Armor Lux – 74724 Popover Jacket | Polo Ralph Lauren – Embroided Chino Short | Bata Heritage – Bata Bullet High Top Canvas

Featured above: TSPTR – | California T-Shirt

Featured above: Beams Plus – BD Madras Crazy Short Sleeve Shirt | Barbour – Tiverton Tee | Norse Projects – Aros Light Shorts | Eastland – Stonington 1955 Boot

City Slicks | Think Field Day, Primavera Sound. For a city-based festival you’re going to need a completely an entirely different set of clothes. For us, a festival in the city and a technical pair of runners is an absolute no-brainer, these New Balance 247 Luxe would be ideal. On top we’re thinking a plenty of pieces that work as layers so you can peel off a layer depending on where you’re up to; at a bar in the city or at the festival site. You need to try and look a bit more presentable don’t you, well we’ve plenty of lovely clothes that’ll sort you out.

Featured above: Universal Works – Mambo Cotton Road Shirt | Norse Projects – Esben Blind Stitch T-Shirt

Featured above: Polo Ralph Lauren – Chino Short

Featured above: Universal Works – Twill Military Work Short | Carhartt – Fatigue Short | New Balance – 247 Luxe

Featured above: Norse Projects – James Fine Stripe T-Shirt | Patagonia – LW Travel Mini Hip Bag

Featured above: Edwin – Federal Jacket | New Balance – 247 Luxe

Beach Boy | Think Soundwave Festival, Hideout Festival. These festivals are great; a summer holiday and festival combined. You’re not going to need to pack a lot, trust us we are in-the-know (loads of t-shirts, one pair of shorts, one pair of swim shorts for the duration and you’re set). Sunglasses are a must, a shed-load of t-shirts is the obvious one and then some hot-weather appropriate footwear will do just nicely. Finally, a little bag will be a life saver; you can keep allsorts in here including that fancy currency, sun cream and some valuables.

Featured above: Universal Works – Brick Print Road Shirt | Universal Works – Brick Print Beach Short | Converse – Chuck 70

Featured above: Universal Works – Single Jersey Embroidered T-Shirt | Han Kjobenhavn Sunglassses

Featured above: Polo Ralph Lauren – Chino Short

Featured above: Universal Works – Havana Stripe Road Shirt

So they’re have it. Our take on what we feel is appropriate clothing for whatever festival you’re off to this summer. Enjoy yourself wherever you go, sincerely The Hip Store.

Adidas JPN OG Tracksuit Re-Release

2017 is a big year for adidas Originals apparel and most notably, the Beckenbauer tracksuit. This year marks the Beckenbauers’ 50^th anniversary and adidas Originals are celebrating the occasion by reissuing like-for-like styles from the 60s and 70s. The latest release sees the Adidas JPN OG Tracksuit return in Legend Ink and Bold Orange.

Three Stripe branding to the sleeves and legs is the obvious detail and an embroidered linear Trefoil branding in felt to the left chest and thigh is the finishing touch. Having been crafted from a nice blend of tencel and cotton this gives the tracksuit a comfortable, breathable characteristic.

A final shout has to go to the presentation box, a bespoke branded case which the adidas Originals collectors amongst us will appreciate no-end and to further this delight, this ‘Made in Japan’ release has only been made in a run of 2000 units worldwide. Online now.

SS17 Footwear Lookbook

It’s safe to say our new footwear offering for the summer season is looking better than ever. We’ve added new brands, new colourways and familiar favourites we go to every season.

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