This week’s nomination is something of an acquired taste, not only is it not a T-shirt (I like to mix things up!) but it’s a little bit different from the standard type of thing that people go for. There are no slogans, no messages, no cutesy characters, no amusing anecdotes…quite simply this is a piece of art! Brought to you by the people at Fullbleed (don’t let the name fool you, they’re lovely!), this sweatshirt entitled “In Full Swing” has a one colour image of people literally swinging on clouds…aw how lovely. A nice and friendly print that is quite simply “nice”, no need for gimmicks or in your face neon colours, just a great unique print and gives you a feeling of chilling on a swing in the clouds…okay perhaps a bit far fetched but you get my drift. Put together with trendy and affordable garments and you’ve got yourself a nice (there’s that word again) little gift for yourself or someone you love.

With the nice weather coming soon, it’s nice to see something fun, friendly and relaxed for a change. How about some nice things eh, the world doesn’t always have to be harsh and in your face.

What say thee?

Tee Boy

Having a look around yet again for the latest in trendy childrenswear I have discovered the joy that is Threadless. An all american brand that is able to mix the traditional with the ultimate in chic and fashionable gear for the liccle ones. For those that want the envious looks at the nursery and high street, these people are the ones to see and it seems from the reviews that the mommies and daddies of the world are flocking to this site.

My personal favourite is the Be Cool t-shirt. Ode to the old school tradition of the colourful magnetic letters on the fridge door, this adorable t-shirt comes in a variety of great colours and the standard kids sizes and printed on 100% ring spun cotton, with bargain prices there is no reason why your darling ones shouldn’t be wearing a little bit of fabulous this summer.

So Mums! GET SHOPPING!

Tee Boy

This week’sT-Shirt of the week (again, rather late! Apologies people!) is quite an apt and timely nomination. Ode to the joy that is Star Trek, yes we may all mock those that consider themselves a Trekkie or Trekker as they now like to be called (to avoid ridicule, hmmm me thinks it may not actually work guys!). Having seen the newest addition to the franchise I was surprisingly pleased to find that they did a good job (albeit with a few rather large plot holes but within adequate parameters, and this t-shirt is a perfect gift for those geeky friends and members of the family brave enough to admit their love of all things Sci Fi (as the Klingons say, today is a good day to die (of shame)!).

The crazy yet genius people at Nerdyshirts.com seemed to have decided to play on the invasion (excuse the pun) of all things Sci Fi in the wake of all the Sci Fi themed contributions this year (Trek, XMen, Terminator and Transformers, OH MY!) by recreating one the more prominent elements of the franchise, the uniform! This simple homage to the original series’ simple Starfleet logo on a ladies v-neck t-shirt is perfect for anyone who I contemplating a themed event or convention (again the shame!).

Keeping with that theme I’m going to have a look around and see what other geeky t-shirts can be found, after all it’s now retro and trendy to have once-ridiculed characters and tv programmes emblazoned across your clothing, is it not?!

Live long and prosper…

Tee Boy

A number of things are a changing in the world of fashion, be they large, earth shattering ones or tiny yet significant ones, despite recessions, world poverty, war and disease, one thing is a certainty, there will always be a big importance within what we all wear, an inescapable truth that has been around since the beginning of man (and of course the ladies!).

M&S have shockingly admitted their wrong doing when making those larger endowed ladies pay more for their bras, and have now (thanks to the time and effort put in by many of its customers and shareholders, one very persistent cause believer actually paid to become a share holder with one goal in mind, to confront the board of directors in order to put an end to the madness!). So well done to those ladies that have been unfairly treated and congratulations on such a positive result.

Military chic is officially back! Khaki is in, the simple, straight forward yet sexy look has returned for another round on the catwalks, meaning that yes it will be appearing in the stores shortly, probably autumn time. So you may want to hold on to those military jackets, combats and anything dark green!

Pants! The very word is now fashionable, over the years the ladies have put a specifically high regard and effort into underwear and now us men are able to do the same, whether for your own peace of mind (don’t we all worry about what we’re wearing if run over or is that just me?!) or for the attention of those lucky enough to get a glimpse, boxer shorts, briefs (yes they are now cool too, so long as they’re stylish and labelled enough!, how shallow are we?) and trunks are now the latest accessory to be taken very seriously. Gone are the days when Calvin Klein was the apitimy of style when the famous CK logo seen just above the waistband was the hottest look. Now relegated to the shelves of seconds stores and Ebay, the thrown has been taken by a host of edgy and rather risqué brands such as Aussiebum, Ginch Gonch and Diesel. Colours are getting brighter, garments are getting skimpier, white is lo longer the look, instead the bold and sexier gets the customers in. Waistbands with chain mail, sequins(!) and neon fonts are now replacing the once subtle label name. High street retailers have been quick to pick up the trend and Next and Topman no longer just sell boxer shorts. They now sell high quality, fitted, cut, sexy under garments for the man who wants to look good in and out of his clothes, the Y font just won’t cut it anymore!

I look forward to outing many more fashion faux pa’s and down right shocking changes in the world of fashion!

Tee Boy

This week’s rather late nomination is from the boys and girls at Eio Clothing other wise known as Excess is OK (definitely my new mantra! Something to live by).  Having recently uber updated their website into a nice clean cut and my I say stylish site, they’re designs pretty much speak for themselves. Incorporating very contemporary and sometimes retro designs with neon and colourful gradients makes for a great combination and their prices aren’t too bad either.

These conscientious designers now only know what they’re doing with fashionable prints but they are also trying to ensure that the customers like what theyre wearing. After endeavouring to find a great source of well fitted, soft and comfortable fabrics, they now boast the use of a soft cotton known as esmeril, which is produced in Portugal. So you get a nice fit and perhaps the advantage of forgetting you’re even wearing clothing! Oh what fun!

My fave on the site has to be the colourful sunglasses design, to me it screams elements of Sam Sparro or Calvin Harris with a hint of the 80s, but I will let you decide.

Put with skinny jeans, shorts, straw hat and big retro sunnies and you’ve got yourself an album cover. Excess is definitely okay if it involves excessive use of a fashion accessory!

Keep it up people, loving your work.

Tee Boy

Please accept this humble blogger’s most humble apologies for the lack of updates this week, I’m afraid to say that Tee Boy has been extremely busy producing wonderful and exciting products for you very lucky people!

Had a quick 15 minute break in the middle of a very busy day so thought I’d have a quick gander around the internet and the fashion world in general and see what’s on offer and what fun things are worth discovering.

My favourite T-Shirt buys recently have been the retrospective Y-Neck Tees that according to most High Street stores are now a staple or “essential”, whilst loving the comparison of fashion with such things as air, water and food, the staples and essentials of life, I have to agree. It really is a necessity to have a selection (be it small or large, or in my case humongous!) of basic items that you can throw on (or off!) at any time, that go nicely with every ensemble and aren’t too formal, flashy or event/occasion specific. Going to the shops? Why wear your fave Diesel t-shirt, walking the dog or just heading home from the gym? Why wear those jeans that you’re afraid to wear out because they cost too much and are your “going out jeans”. All in all it’s great to have those simple and cheap items that can either be partnered with other things to create a great outfit for a casual evening or for just general wear and tear without you wearing and tearing your posh clobber and your wallet! Y-Neck tees have hit the high street with a bang, coming in a range of great bright colours. The bit I love (apart from the 3 for £15 or 2 for a tenner deals that are currently everywhere you look) is the nice little extras that are being done to these garments, the trims of the arms and necks are now being made into different colours, either a different shade of the same colour as the tee, or insane neon colours on each arm, they’re pretty great and put with jeans or shorts, you’ll have no need of much else to make you hot this summer.

Vests have also done a complete U-turn it seems are are now a very popular street garment for those of us brave enough and buff enough (emphasis on the buffness, cos I for one wouldn’t be wearing one without the aid of the much covetet pectorals!). Coming in the usual variety of colours and styles it looks like the summer of 2009 will be one off more flesh the better. Tee Boy is running to the gym after typing this….

Tee Boy