australia :: general

[Raw Selvedge]

The second last leather looks very nice, can't wait to see full pics of the last leather too.

[Quiver]

looks amazing joe

[Ivans On High]

The last two look incredible. Really great colour.

Also, Ann D 3-buck sneakers arrived today. Sexy things. I thought that I would have the 'permanent' buckle removed, but I actually prefer it with the strap. They aren't as cool as the AW version, but at that price who could refuse.

[Raw Selvedge]

I didn't know there were 2 versions of the triple buckle sneakers. Can you post pics of both to compare?

Edit: Oh are you talking about the horse hair ones?

[Ivans On High]

I was referring to the Autumn/Winter version:

[Raw Selvedge]

Oh those ones, I've seen a few of those pop up on yahoo.jp for around 41,000 yen. Those are from 08-09AW yeah, coz the triple buckles are from 09-10AW so I got a bit confused when you just said AW version..

[fenrost]

I like MA+ wallets a lot but my primary (basically only) criteria for a leather wallet is that it has to be as slim as possible while still holding all the cards I need day to day and provide easy cash access, if I had to fold cash in half like with an MA+ wallet I rather just carry a card wallet...

i hardly fold but slip the notes tho.

The last two look incredible. Really great colour.

Also, Ann D 3-buck sneakers arrived today. Sexy things. I thought that I would have the 'permanent' buckle removed, but I actually prefer it with the strap. They aren't as cool as the AW version, but at that price who could refuse.

nice.. i still think the aw09 better than the aw08.

Agreed D - the leather itself looks A M A Z I N G.

this is only a small preview, some other shots i have seen and pieces Richard has told me about sound insane.

Check out the last image, this piece is a REALLY amazing leather that is quite simple but amazing.

yeah, those leather jacket are really amazing eh! love the colors as well.

[melvin7]

how much did you get your MA+ wallet for Rob? if you dont mind me asking

been looking for a wallet myself..

[fenrost]

uhm.. i cant remember how much i paid for it.. i got it from aka*nyc

[Deiv]

Also, Ann D 3-buck sneakers arrived today. Sexy things. I thought that I would have the 'permanent' buckle removed, but I actually prefer it with the strap. They aren't as cool as the AW version, but at that price who could refuse.

Don't forget to get the heel soled or they will last like 6 wears!

[melvin7]

ah okay, thanks! any idea how much they usually retail for?

got my avantindietro boots back from the cobbler today, time to beat them up ^^

[Raw Selvedge]

Don't forget to get the heel soled or they will last like 6 wears!

I think it depends on how you walk and how roughly you wear them. I've always found it weird how some people get major heel drag coz it never happens to my shoes except for the ones I go running in. I think adding soles to sneakers would make them look kinda weird, especially with the design of the sole on these. Adding soles to boots and dress shoes I can understand.

[fenrost]

ah okay, thanks! any idea how much they usually retail for?

got my avantindietro boots back from the cobbler today, time to beat them up ^^

450-850 aud,

http://www.komakinoshop.com/site/category/brands/ma/page/2

[fenrost]

Don't forget to get the heel soled or they will last like 6 wears!

the ann d sneakers i have handled.. i personally find the soles are quite durable.

[Ivans On High]

The sole seems quite durable, though I haven't worn them yet - it's raining today.

I think the sole melv added looked pretty good, so I might try wearing them for a bit and then go from there.

[jcotteri]

You may find you might be able to get those macross wallets a touch cheaper from Lift.. If not never hurts to check..

[Deiv]

The soles are durable. It's just at the heel. For some reason the heel will wear really quickly I've found with mine.

[Ivans On High]

50, that IS sleeveless coat is amazing! I saw it on the zekka blog, but you must have already copped. Lucky man! If you ever decide to sell, hit me up.

[50_lions]

thanks Ivans! It is seriously an epic piece. There is so many ways to wear it with the placement of the buttons. crazyy.

[Ivans On High]

Need these in my life:

http://www.luisaviaroma.com/index.aspx#getData.aspx|CallType=Product&prodId=L2C8&des=L2C&cat=&gender=men&group=&vendorColor=QkxBQ0s=&season=actual&seasProdID=51I

Also, which one of you guys has the MA+ courier bag? What are your thoughts on it?

[btbam]

NVREND has the higher quality version of those much nicer fabric (if they are the same ones)

[Deiv]

hey bt get back to me RE: payment

[DJI]

NVREND has the higher quality version of those much nicer fabric (if they are the same ones)

the cotton/linen blend version do look much nicer, great summer texture.

[btbam]

Deiv - hey mate - got a ridiculous amount of emails to write - need to pop out and pick up some Xmass crap and then i have 6 hours of emailing !

[Deiv]

Alright that's cool! So what's on people's cop list for SS10? There's nothing much I've seen worth copping so far. Maybe the Julius Moto and that's about it

[btbam]

mihara is what im hanging out for biggtime. Only a small order but still cant wait. Also hopefully some decent sunglasses (Still no luck) Julius MA suit/other pieces. Probably get a new phone as well. tired of my iphone.

Cop list is just a fantasy for now though

[DJI]

only real SS10 pieces for me are these two, pending sizing:

also need some nice derbies for work. no idea what to get though, perhaps NDC...

[home]

random australian question of the day..

if i wanted to start a particular business, in say, 5 or so years, is it worth setting up an abn/business name/url/etc. now?

how much would i be looking at in upkeep each year? just dun wan no hipster stealing my (proposed) name in the meantime.

[Playahater]

http://www.business.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx

Was learning about this shit last year in class, can't remember exactly but you need to look at trade marking your name - costs like $200 for the application and another $250 or so to register it once it's approved. Once again you need to pay a renewal fee each year; somewhere around the 200/300 dollar mark. Basically ensures no one can steal / use your business name, good idea if you're going to start a business although if you don't renew someone else can take the name.

ipaustralia.gov.au/

[Ivans On High]

NVREND has the higher quality version of those much nicer fabric (if they are the same ones)

the cotton/linen blend version do look much nicer, great summer texture.

Can you link me to some pictures?

Also, Bt, what is your opinion of the FG men's leather you have? I've only seen the runway pics.