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Sapeurs: New Guiness Advert for 2014

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For their 2014 campaign Guinness have decided to capitalize on the ostentatious style of a society of men known as the Sapeurs, who reside in Brazzaville in the Republic of the Congo.

I first noticed these guys a few years back when browsing through my local photography book shop and this striking cover of an African man in a pink suit jumped out at me.

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“Gentlemen of Bacongo” is a striking series of images documenting the phenomenon which has subsequently inspired Paul Smith’s Runway shows.

As a companion to the advert Guinness have produced a documentary which goes into slightly more detail illustrating how for the Sapeurs this is as much about the lifestyle and camaraderie as it is about escapism through style.

The Sapeurs otherwise know as the gentlemen of the Society for the Advancement of People of Elegance, live by a moral code which involves sharing, pacifism and love.

For more info about the Sapeurs and possible indoctrination by Guinness head here.

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BACARDÍ Beginnings: World’s First 3D Printing Record Store

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Tonight sees the launch of the worlds first 3D Printing record shop in Soho, London.

Bloc Party’s Kele Okereke and emerging artist Bobbie Gordon will be releasing their collaboration track ‘Down Boy,’ which will be on sale for £10.

All sales proceeds going to charity Nordoff Robbins, the national music charity dedicated to transforming the lives of vulnerable adults across the UK through music therapy and services.

Store opening times:

Friday 13 December 11.30am – 8pm

Saturday 14 December 11.30am – 7.30pm

Where:

The Vinyl Factory, 51 Poland St, London W1F 7LZ

(entrance via Phonica Records)

If you interested to know more watch the video below:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQl9hD995ho

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Hunter – Everyday Pioneers

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Fashion films are a relatively new phenomenon which has popped up in recent years, with fashion photographers exercising their latent desires to be film makers and taking advantage of the widespread availability of HD filming equipment.

Hunter are no stranger to pioneering new mediums, apparently they’ve been making rubber boots as far back as 1856. And have released ‘Everyday Pioneers’ to showcase their Autumn / Winter 2013 collection. Set against the dramatic landscape of Glencoe, Scotland, the film stars actors James Cosmo (whom you mat have seen waving a sword around in Game of Thrones and Braveheart), Steven Cree ( from Brave, Macbeth and The Knot) and just for fun the directors have cast Jenna Roberts (Select Model Management) as a maiden in who appears in red boots and batty riders towards the end.

Check out the film below if you like fashion films and boots.

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Competition: Patron XO Cafe Halloween party

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If you’re in London and stuck for something to do this Halloween fear not. Patron XO cafe have given us two pairs of tickets for their exclusive party at Beat in central London.

Tunes will be supplied by Leo Greenslade and Smutt Lee of the hugely popular Hip Hop night YoYo as well as performances from Lulu James and Drums of Death.

To enter the competition head over to our facebook page like the page and share the post of the competition. Deadline is 6pm on Tuesday and winners will be announced on Wednesday. Good Luck! (Entrants should over 18 years of age.)

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Red Stripe Stubby Bottles

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Last week the generous folks over at Red Stripe HQ sent us a 24 pack of Red Stripe, one for each hour of the day.

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To show our appreciation we spent some time taking these pictures. There’s something seductive about the translucency of these small brown bottles, which makes one think about lazy afternoons in Jamaica.

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Unfortunately like the delicious Giant Tortoises of Madagascar none of the bottles survived with the beer still inside. Thank you Red Stripe!

(Disclaimer: The eating of Giant Tortoises is illegal under international law and is no way endorsed by the writers of this post.)

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Last of the Dog Days with Hush Puppies

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Having set East London’s streets and rooftops alight already this summer, Hush Puppies – the creator of the original casual shoe – are back for the last in their series of popular Dog Days parties. The crowds are once again set to flock to one of Hoxton’s hottest outdoor spots for a final dose of revelry to send out the summer in style.

From 1pm-7pm on Saturday 14th September, guests will be invited to kick back at Hoxton Square to partake in an afternoon of dancing and celebrations. And once again Hush Puppies will be bringing the perfect ingredients for the ultimate summer party, including a little taste of their Americana roots!

Acclaimed ‘nu-disco’ king, Mighty Mouse, will be on the decks fixing up an energetic electro soundtrack to proceedings. Expect a refreshing disco spin on some dance classics! Mother Clucker, the finest Southern Fried fast foodies around, will be on hand serving up their notorious chicken baskets, including their legendary buttermilk biscuits. For that extra bit of indulgence the classic Hush Puppies corn snacks will also be in tow.

Once again, guests are invited to BYOB (bring your own booze), get involved in some Ping-Pong and a simply bask in the remaining Dog Days of summer.

To apply for tickets go to https://www.facebook.com/HushPuppiesUK

What: “The Last of the Dog Days”

When: 1pm- 7pm, Saturday 14th September

Where: Hoxton Square, East London

Who: Mighty Mouse, Mother Clucker

How to apply: https://www.facebook.com/HushPuppiesUK

Price: Free entry

Bring: Drinks (NO GLASS!)

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Cutty Cargo London with Jessie Ware and Duke Dumont

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This Thursday Cutty Cargo arrives in London as part of an international tour embracing creativity and sponsored by Cutty Sark Whiskey.

Set in a speakeasy within a giant cargo container in East London, there will be a live performance from Jessie Ware, DJ set by London Producer Duke Dumont (Need You (100%)) and a burlesque performance by Miss Polly Ra.

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Tom Oxley will will showcasing his moving portraits exhibition which we previously reviewed here.

And food will be provided by one of the best burger joints ever invented, Meat Liquor. To wash down all that meat, mixologists from the infamous cocktail bar 69 Colebrook Row will be delivering specially created cocktails for the night.

This is an evening not to be stuck in front of the TV and you’re definitely gonna want to take Friday off work.

For your chance to win tickets to this once in a lifetime exclusive event email cuttycargo@thisisinkling.com with your name and telephone number. Good Luck!

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Bacardi Beginnings: Toddla T and Roses Gabor

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Following the exciting BACARDÍ Beginnings 24-hour A&R collaboration between Rudimental and Bipolar Sunshine, renowned DJ and producer Toddla T and his chosen emerging artist, Roses Gabor, will continue to push the boundaries of music releases with the mentoring programme’s second creative project titled ‘Beats Per Minute’.

On 4 September at 7pm, these two artists will release their new track ‘Pandora’s Box (BACARDÍ Beginnings)’ together using the power of social media. In a creative twist to standard single releases, only the first beat of the track will be released online – with each ‘tweet’ on Twitter and Facebook ‘like’ the track receives, more of the track will become available to listen to, until it is entirely released.

Once the track is fully unlocked, a remix competition will begin for budding producers. The stems (individual parts of the track) will become available for people to reinterpret. The winner of the remix competition will be chosen by Toddla T and Roses Gabor. The winner’s prize will include a production masterclass in the studio with Toddla T, remix software and, finally, the winning track will be played at the next BACARDÍ Beginnings event.

Fans can unlock, listen to, and remix the track at www.BacardiBeginnings.com.

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Adidas Socks and Slides

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To celebrate the growing trend in socks and slides (the wearing of poolside flip flops with socks as illustrated in the picture), Adidas threw a rooftop soiree at the Boundary in the heart of London’s Shoreditch on one of the summer’s warmest evenings. Guests were invited to wear a pair of Adidas branded socks and slides, as well indulge in cocktails and grilled foods.
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Despite some initial concerns about looking like someone’s Dad it was actually a lot of fun. The combination made for a comfortable fit and the chilled atmosphere helped tremendously. Definitely a look for hanging out at home, and who knows maybe I’ll be tempted to wear these down to the shop on my morning milk run.

Check out some of the faces that attended the event in our gallery below:

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