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 For its FW20 collection, Palladium introduces a rugged selection of sustainable footwear. Made from 100% waterproof materials, the forward-thinking collection features hardwearing details, alongside sustainable and responsible components. With at least 9.5 recycled plastic bottles in each boot, the collection seamlessly fuses all-day sneaker-style comfort with rugged boot-inspired durability. Palladium makes a bold play for sustainability, mixing rugged styles with recycled plastic bottles, repurposed rubber, and waterproof thermoplastic membranes. Led by a tonal colour scheme, each boot is championed by minimal branding and modern design, with colours such as classic all-black, vibrant orange and yellow Founded on a storied heritage of over 70 years, the classic Palladium Pampa silhouette was originally designed as a resistant yet lightweight canvas boot. Fast forward to the 90s – the style was adopted by underground music culture, gaining popularity amongst grunge...

This week’s Carhartt WIP product edit features a selection of winter-ready staples, including outerwear inspired by classic Carhartt WIP work jackets but executed in a seasonal wool fabric, as well as accompanying accessories such as scarves and gloves, each bearing subtle ‘C’ logo labelling. Alongside this is an assortment of pants, executed in heavier fabrics, such as corduroy and washed denim, making them suitably robust for the months ahead. Shop online now at Fat Buddha Store .

Here at Fat Buddha Store we are thrilled to welcome our latest brand; fine French shoemaker Kleman . In this blog post we will go over the storied history of the brand and how they came to define modern footwear.  A shoemaker and bootmaker by trade, René Cléon joined the front lines during the Second World War. He was taken prisoner in 1940 during the Battle of France and spent 5 years in captivity in a Stalag in Germany, where he continued to model small leather shoes in his spare time. Probably hoping to be back soon to his homeland, the idea of launching his shoe manufacturing workshop is gradually growing. At the end of the war in 1945, in the weeks following his return, he formed a team of apprentices and bought his first stitching and assembly machines. The story begins in the family home in La Romagne, with a specialization on Kneipp sewn mixed models, then the business grows and a factory is built. The sons Jacques and Louis-Marie took up the torch and diversifi...

Tokyo-based TAION is on a mission to create the best down jackets. Specialising in down-filled mid-layers that are both lightweight and utilitarian, each garment has been expertly crafted to ensure both warmth, style and comfort. TAION — which aptly translates to ‘body temperature’ in Japanese — comprises 90% mature waterfowl feather down in each piece, alongside 10% 650 fill feather. On the outside is a fully water-repellent film, thanks to its high-density nylon outer and an all-over protective finish. Arriving in the form of a Crewneck Button Down Jacket and Button Down Vest , each piece arrives in an array of colourways, from navy and green to black and charcoal.   

We are often asked the difference between the various types of leather used to manufacture Solovair . Here they have presented a brief summary of their finishes and basic care tips suited for each leather type to help you find your ideal shoe or boot. All Solovair leather footwear is made from bovine leather, specifically cowhide. This is the most abundant leather type that is used by premium leather goods brands. With the exception of Horween Chromexcel leather (which is sourced from the USA), all our leathers are sourced from European tanneries and cattle. Bovine leather offers maximum value for money in terms of durability, elegance and texture. It is also water and abrasion resistant; but is not ‘waterproof’.  The majority of Solovair boots (including our bestselling Black 8 Eye Derby Boots ) are made using smooth corrected leather. Corrected leather is created by splitting full-grain leather, buffing or sanding the grain surface to remove marks or imperfec...

Following the “ Schematic ” iteration of its React Element 55, Nike is back with a brand new colourway. This time around, the American footwear giant has given the silhouette a sleek “Anthracite/Blue Fury” makeover, adding bright teal accents atop ashy black uppers. Starting at the top of the shoe, bright teal bubblegum highlights are placed along leather eyelet panels, complemented by sleek round laces that come in a lighter shade. The striking palette is continued over the diagonal seam at the rear quarter as well as the leather backstay. In contrast to the bold embellishments, sleek black textiles appear throughout the body, rounded out by taped edges and tonal cut-out Swooshes — other accents include “nike react” branding stamped at the corner of the angular tongue and a wine-color rubber overlay around the heel. All of these details sit above an essential React midsole, equipped with rubber pods for added durability and traction. The Nike React Element 55 “Anthra...

Following on from our previous blog post today we look at Scandinavian imprint Fjallraven's sustainable production methods. Fjallraven believe the best things are done together, as a team. They work closely with their partners at all stages of their production chain. This means they send a lot of emails, spend hours on the phone, and discuss things in detail face-to-face. It takes time, but it’s worth it. They’ve built up relationships that have spanned decades and they’ve learned a lot along the way. Trust and respect don’t just benefit Fjallraven and their suppliers; they mean they can create the best products for you. When Fjallraven have a clear vision of how they want to work and what they want to achieve, a common language is needed to ensure everyone that works with them is aligned and working towards the same goal. This is why they created their Code of Conduct . This document is the basis for how Fjallraven do business and it’s non-negotiable...

For Spring/Summer 20, Carhartt WIP presents a seasonal edit of its solid, reliable sweats in new colorways, from acidic lime tones to deep ocean blues. The brand’s American Script program features a half zip sweatshirt, alongside classic pullovers and sweatpants. Garments from this facet of the collection are traditionally boxier and slightly oversized, while their 12.3 oz cotton blend construction evokes classic, hard-wearing sportswear. The iconic Script Logo, meanwhile, appears across sweats and hoodies, in seasonal neon hues with embroidered branding. A twist on a classic comes in the form of the pocket sweatshirt – akin a pocket t-shirt but in sweat form, with full length sleeves, heavyweight 13.3 oz jersey fabric, and a woven Carhartt WIP square label on the chest pocket. Shop in store and online now at Fat Buddha Store.     

Adidas Originals ‘ retro-inspired Torsion Comp has surfaced in an all-new “Aqua” colourway, paying homage to the ZX 8000 OG that was recently re-released under its Consortium division. The “Aqua” colourway is comprised of bright blue leather — perforated on the toe box and on the side panels — as well as purple and yellow TPU segments marking the Three Stripe branding and the external heel stabilizer. More purple is used in the form of textile cushioning on the toe, while the same fabric in grey is used to support the rear. Rounding off this ’90s performance tennis-inspired sneaker is a matching blue mesh tongue that sports the Torsion technology badge and embroidered OG Adidas branding, a yellow-and-blue sock liner, and a lightweight EVA sole unit that is equipped with the aforementioned Torsion tooling. Shop in store and online now at Fat Buddha Store .

Here at Fat Buddha Store, after numerous requests, we will be introducing several woman's collections from some of our favourite brands.  The first drop to arrive is from fashion’s favourite workwear brand, Carhartt WIP, who have just released their Spring/Summer 2020 collection and accompanying lookbook, shot by Thibaut Grevet . The brand’s staple pieces — including stitched overalls, relaxed trousers and simple t-shirts — are rendered in cheery fuchsia, classic pastels and stable blacks. Pastel overalls and Michigan chores are perfect layering pieces as weather transitions to warmer temperatures. Classic prints and detailing can be found across a range of sweaters and tees. Versatile essentials including chase essentials, chore jackets and pocket tees arrive in a range of all-purpose colours. The Carhartt WIP woman's SS20 collection is available now in-store and online . Don't forget to check out a selection of the lookbook images below:     ...

Nike SB has been pushing out innovative and appealing product over the course of the past few months, and the latest release to join in the festivities is the SB Blazer Mid Edge — which has been chopped up to create a new “Hack Pack” style. Arriving in “Laser Blue/Watermelon” this in-line design draws its cues from popular Nike collaborators like Off-White and sacai for a perfectly imperfect deconstructed look. Uppers are constructed of a sturdy and classic canvas, the “Laser Blue/Watermelon” opts for a vibrant mix of neon-adjacent hues. The lateral Swoosh is absent from its usual perch on the midfoot, with nothing more than loose threads showing where it would usually be placed. However, it’s not gone completely. If you look at these Blazer Mid Edges from the top down, you’ll notice that this Swoosh has been juxtaposed onto the toebox, where it cleverly serves as an asymmetrical mudguard. It’s then secured by another triangular-shaped overlay that hangs down from the b...

Carhartt WIP isn’t particularly interested in today’s leading trends or the fanfare around such fleeting fads, but rather only concerned with making good, quality clothing. As such, the brand has adopted a no-nonsense approach throughout its Spring/Summer 2020 collection, recently sharing a sporty lookbook full of practical pieces that are marked by subtle design updates and innovative details. To showcase the goods, Carhartt WIP called upon a few artistic figures to star in the campaign, tapping DJs Courtesy and Vic Creeze, curator Tabitha Thorlu-Bangura and musician Oko to model the looks. The silhouettes presented are grounded in utilitarian influences and crafted in various durable fabrications, including sturdy cotton canvas and a GORE-TEX coating on select outerwear styles for an extra layer of protection. The color palette is equally as minimalistic as the garments themselves, with shades of forest green, khaki, orange and black dominating the assortment...