Ignition in Paris

We have returned from an amazing weekend in Disneyland Paris still recovering but longing to go back.  We made it to the finals on the Sunday after one of the best performances we've given (walking of nearly being sick) though did not get placed in the top 6. We are not overly gutted as the level of competition was sublime and some crews were just amazing. We are waiting on an e-mail telling us our place which will be somewhere between 7th and 19th out of the 32 crews in our category. It was a great learning curve for us and as this was only our second competition we felt it went really well and we hope to have some more experience under our belts soon. The whole experience was truly unique and I don't think anyone wanted to return so soon.

On the other hand we have many more events and fund raisers coming up in preparation for the World championships in August. Many have just seen us on Britain's Got Talent and we hope for the whole performance to be shown next week. We have also gained much media coverage including the Daily Mirror and The Sun as well as The Chronicle and Echo shown below;

http://www.northamptonchron.co.uk/community/dance_group_in_paris_challenge_1_2594718
http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/showbiz/tv/britain_got_talent/3522459/Body-poppers-dropped-from-Britains-Got-Talent-as-viewers-are-fed-up-of-street-dance-acts.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCZXVpT99fc
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=102449213155332

Stripes for Summer

Its getting closer that time of year for stripes. The look can be pulled off really well but I am still unsure.
Recently reading through an issue of Vogue I came across a page dedicated to stripes this summer and am torn whether I like them.
I guess worn with chinos in the right way they can look good, but might not be the best choice due to the sheer numbers of people wearing them however, one rule remains NO espadrilles.

Colour Block-Suits

Right so bit late with the post but I really am feeling the new colour blocking trend for summer/spring.
Out of everything I've seen (menswear) I've really been taken by these suits. First seen last summer in Topman when shopping for office dress for school I thought 'I'd love to get one of them'. The jacket/short combination however would have been an extreme start to the year and wouldn't have gone down well.

Back this season a bit more popular...I'd still want to rock one at school but somehow don't think it'll be acceptable. However, I like the twist Tinie Tempah has put on the look, adding the fresh trainers to the more smart look as seen in FHM and Sunday Times Style magazine.

One of my favourites, would  have been accompanied
by some Nike Blazers. Just how I would wear it!

The best blazers I have come across have been by Dsquared2 as well as the trousers. Prada also have some great shorts out which would fit perfectly, and as always accompanied by Blazers and Wayfarers.
However the prices of these suits make me need to find an alternative as I somehow do not have £750 to spend on a casual blazer..or any blazer for that matter.

Royal Evisu

Right so even Evisu is getting on the Royal Wedding with these hand painted jeans.

I don't really like this pair but just thought it was quite remarkable having these custom jeans for this wedding.
Available from the 22nd of this month, I wouldn't say no to one of these just because the exclusivity. I can only imagine the price...and the amount of fakes to follow.

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Chivalrous Culture

Diggy Simmon's new brand is definatly coming along, with the already popular with the Hamachi kicks available in a range of colours. My favourite being:

Furthermore following this early success today was the launch of their new valentines day special t-shirt and line Ms. Chiv complimenting the already out of stock Mr Chiv tees. Although the first two ideas and designs seem very plain, I enjoy the twist on the logo and have a feeling they'll be coming out with some crazy ish. Watch this space... 

Shout out to Diggy and the designers.

Check them out: 

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@chivculture

and check me out: 

@so_real93

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Oooooh Snakeskin



The Forum mid
These retro mids have gone through many transformations from NBA teams to the Star Wars collection. We now see them laced with a snakeskin tongue and trim. The classic suede remains with the strap but now with added luxury.

My Favourite of the three

The retro Nizza Hi are back! 
First introduced in the 70's and the recent comeback has killed all that came before. It is mainly composed of the faux snakeskin with the white rubber toe guard and sole contrasting well with the sleek red colour shown. This very stylish new take on the classic has been well thought out keeping simplicity but gaining maximum effect. Finishing touches include the classic white 3 stripes, trefoil logo and suede tab on the back just to remind us of the speciality.

To top it all off we have the Samba, seen many a time before we see it with a darker snakeskin finish. Yellow has always complimented the samba's style of being a very vibrant and original option. We see it with white 3 stripes and of course "samba" written on the side. A lower option in the new snakeskin range.

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Something different. Adidas x Ransom collection SS1


Adidas have teamed up with Canadian designers Ransom to create these unusual styles; 

'didas boots, who would of thought!

The Messa mixes both leather with cordura providing a breathable option for spring.

These are a completely different take from all Adidas shoes seen before. Although different this new collaboration really works well I think and provides a much more chic twist on most generic footwear found today. The bluff mid gives the best of both worlds with a similar structure to famous Adidas trainers before whilst introducing a new look to its market. It keeps it real by maintaining the classic Adidas logo on the sole and the tongue.

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Originals by Originals: David Beckham and Designer James Bond

I really like the British chic look crossed with American sportswear. Its really simple but still there's a few bits I like:  

Inspired by the great escape. Also made from
wool as oppose to tricot or fleece,  still keeps
the 3 stripes running down the side- staying true.

That jacket.
Also check the L.A along the left leg due to both
designers call L.A home these days

Classic 80's basketball mids. The colours are simple but work
well with the design. Made from soft leather which compliment
the mesh accents.

Simple. Mids. Gold trefoil logo. Pure vintage.

Adidas new twist

Adidas are hitting 2011 hard and fast!

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Originals x Star Wars 
Spring/Summer 2011

They've added to the Star Wars collection introducing more crazy kicks along with matching tees and even an ever popular Varsity style jacket. Here's my pick of the bunch;

Darth's "boys in white" first hit the screen in '77. 

The classic jacket with an added hood mixes the trooper logo 

with the popular Adidas basketball logo from the same era.

Very artistic pop art camouflage of one of

the "boys in white" really feeling this one. 

Simple but effective.

And of course the matching kicks. I love the simplicity shown
on these and throughout the collection yet its not boring.

Good News!

We (Ignition Dance Crew) have our confirmed spot on Britain's got Talent! Oh yeah!

We'll be heading up to Birmingham auditions on Monday 31st January and hopefully we'll have more good news to follow whilst avoiding the buzzers! We have really worked hard for this and hopefully it'll pay off, Well done boys!

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Harem Pants

Ever since jox introduced were by 23:23 i've been waiting for some more smarter less jogger type harem style pants for men. 

Here's a few that caught my eye: 

Really feeling these two styles, think they compliment the pants and make them seem less outrageous. 

Loving the added layer shown by these Korean pants

Hopefully these will become more widely available soon as they are very hard to track down at the moment, a few Korean/Japanese brands have began to distribute these though prices are still kind of high. Of course these are gonna be hated on just like skinny jeans but they should soon hopefully be accepted more. I do think however the materials used to should be varied as although they provide comfort they could do with added thickness and with the right look and some boots you can create a real head turner.

Oh yeaahh!

Yes my toy shoes have been ordered!
On the way : Nike Air Royal mid's

Definitely feeling the monotone design. I love the purple covering every aspect from the sole to inner lining, and with one glance of the raised swoosh knew that me being the purple one had to buy these.

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2011 new year..big things!