tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-225872602024-03-13T02:00:23.490-07:00D.E.A.R. timeK.I.Nhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12403001822502557093noreply@blogger.comBlogger520125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-69221644876076123222011-07-08T01:42:00.000-07:002011-07-08T01:42:21.196-07:00We are officially porting D.E.A.R. time to tumblrDear Readers,<br />
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D.E.A.R. timecjfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09978391691645238750noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-70339229663378033312011-06-19T23:50:00.000-07:002011-06-20T01:15:45.588-07:00The Sifr Artisan Footwear Photo Essay and Factory Walkthrough<div>Below is a short walkthrough around the factory that was responsible for our Footwear range. As you can see, the factory combines orthodox techniques with newer machines to hit the sweet spot with regards to Footwear Manufacturing. It is a beautiful setup that has craftsmanship at the core of the company's ethos. </div><div><br /></div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-r663Z9_E83Y/Tf7wycUn_eI/AAAAAAAAB4Q/XPU5moIWatc/s1600/RIMG0380.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-r663Z9_E83Y/Tf7wycUn_eI/AAAAAAAAB4Q/XPU5moIWatc/s320/RIMG0380.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620194134391782882" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-68kUt9Kv2fI/Tf7wx1T_HcI/AAAAAAAAB4I/zDT2Q0aOxaU/s1600/RIMG0379.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-68kUt9Kv2fI/Tf7wx1T_HcI/AAAAAAAAB4I/zDT2Q0aOxaU/s320/RIMG0379.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620194123920121282" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">Gluing Table. Our soles waiting to be attached onto the footwear. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EyqANPAMME4/Tf7wx5BiY7I/AAAAAAAAB4A/FQ6H8HmMwEI/s1600/RIMG0378.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EyqANPAMME4/Tf7wx5BiY7I/AAAAAAAAB4A/FQ6H8HmMwEI/s320/RIMG0378.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620194124916482994" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">As you can see, this factory still uses some older machinery that is not apparent in more modern footwear operations. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9sTEjxytTCM/Tf7wxhfPpaI/AAAAAAAAB34/p1fmlCoaIW8/s1600/RIMG0377.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9sTEjxytTCM/Tf7wxhfPpaI/AAAAAAAAB34/p1fmlCoaIW8/s320/RIMG0377.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620194118598632866" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">The welt that's being used on our Desert Boots. These come in long strings and are cut according to shoe sizes. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HDNf3ceDQ5E/Tf7wSaoObDI/AAAAAAAAB3w/bZo-bM6Panc/s1600/RIMG0376.JPG" style="text-decoration: none;" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HDNf3ceDQ5E/Tf7wSaoObDI/AAAAAAAAB3w/bZo-bM6Panc/s320/RIMG0376.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620193584181308466" /></a><div><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pu9aqQWtwYU/Tf7wRvLOfHI/AAAAAAAAB3o/O3ljvqCglv0/s1600/RIMG0374.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pu9aqQWtwYU/Tf7wRvLOfHI/AAAAAAAAB3o/O3ljvqCglv0/s320/RIMG0374.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620193572516953202" /></a></div><div><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HrKJoxhQl9g/Tf7wRZczSsI/AAAAAAAAB3g/x_JnNPAIL9s/s1600/RIMG0373.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HrKJoxhQl9g/Tf7wRZczSsI/AAAAAAAAB3g/x_JnNPAIL9s/s320/RIMG0373.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620193566685088450" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qFl4cJJdEv4/Tf7wRJtrm1I/AAAAAAAAB3Y/FqK1PdLR5Qo/s1600/RIMG0372.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qFl4cJJdEv4/Tf7wRJtrm1I/AAAAAAAAB3Y/FqK1PdLR5Qo/s320/RIMG0372.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620193562460920658" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">Our "Suresh" slip-on. Named after one of our company members. He inspired us to create this specific style. Thank You Mr. Suresh for this one. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ABJzrfKB8xk/Tf7wQiBhUpI/AAAAAAAAB3Q/mJIKxe4On5Y/s1600/RIMG0371.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ABJzrfKB8xk/Tf7wQiBhUpI/AAAAAAAAB3Q/mJIKxe4On5Y/s320/RIMG0371.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620193551806714514" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">"Suresh" unfinished.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bxhr1agmJtk/Tf7vvrCOMRI/AAAAAAAAB3I/0JXFYp7l2wI/s1600/RIMG0370.JPG" style="text-decoration: none;" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bxhr1agmJtk/Tf7vvrCOMRI/AAAAAAAAB3I/0JXFYp7l2wI/s320/RIMG0370.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620192987289891090" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">The chipped/raw green on the conveyor system gives the factory a certain feel we can't quite put our fingers on. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WhCaFOpit8I/Tf7vvB0Mm3I/AAAAAAAAB3A/NP6V2oX2yTc/s1600/RIMG0368.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a></div><div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WhCaFOpit8I/Tf7vvB0Mm3I/AAAAAAAAB3A/NP6V2oX2yTc/s1600/RIMG0368.JPG" style="text-decoration: none;" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="text-align: left;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px; " src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WhCaFOpit8I/Tf7vvB0Mm3I/AAAAAAAAB3A/NP6V2oX2yTc/s320/RIMG0368.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620192976225213298" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-aMToaPTw3QM/Tf7vusY7OcI/AAAAAAAAB24/5xUWkrfnjLQ/s1600/RIMG0366.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-aMToaPTw3QM/Tf7vusY7OcI/AAAAAAAAB24/5xUWkrfnjLQ/s320/RIMG0366.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620192970473683394" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oO-pXBnPQFA/Tf7vuf7UeGI/AAAAAAAAB2w/QZitHmBaFao/s1600/RIMG0362.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oO-pXBnPQFA/Tf7vuf7UeGI/AAAAAAAAB2w/QZitHmBaFao/s320/RIMG0362.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620192967128283234" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">Our visit was conducted on a Saturday afternoon which explains the quiet, almost eery feel about the place. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZEqzLiDHueM/Tf7vtTOzi4I/AAAAAAAAB2o/UNI7xSEyfAI/s1600/RIMG0360.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZEqzLiDHueM/Tf7vtTOzi4I/AAAAAAAAB2o/UNI7xSEyfAI/s320/RIMG0360.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620192946540481410" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">Belstaff work! Counter-Sample below. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-auSyU9JlW9E/Tf7vTW0wlQI/AAAAAAAAB2g/zYKW5x2vpCs/s1600/RIMG0359.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-auSyU9JlW9E/Tf7vTW0wlQI/AAAAAAAAB2g/zYKW5x2vpCs/s320/RIMG0359.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620192500828378370" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-woNdRraolrs/Tf7vTE48jyI/AAAAAAAAB2Y/GOhQlTNT1Gs/s1600/RIMG0358.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-woNdRraolrs/Tf7vTE48jyI/AAAAAAAAB2Y/GOhQlTNT1Gs/s320/RIMG0358.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620192496014102306" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zitSepZS7FQ/Tf7vS0lttBI/AAAAAAAAB2Q/yQSaIYpdudM/s1600/RIMG0357.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zitSepZS7FQ/Tf7vS0lttBI/AAAAAAAAB2Q/yQSaIYpdudM/s320/RIMG0357.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620192491638469650" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">German Machinery. Durkopp does all sorts of other sewing machinery. Check their site for a list of other products. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-KoXHK5fJyD0/Tf7vSy3gugI/AAAAAAAAB2I/trpZkd03w28/s1600/RIMG0355.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-KoXHK5fJyD0/Tf7vSy3gugI/AAAAAAAAB2I/trpZkd03w28/s320/RIMG0355.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620192491176245762" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">Unfinished soles. </div></div><div><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5bXwsWfKRRE/Tf7vSoMGxRI/AAAAAAAAB2A/xDobxzfFzUk/s1600/RIMG0354.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5bXwsWfKRRE/Tf7vSoMGxRI/AAAAAAAAB2A/xDobxzfFzUk/s320/RIMG0354.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620192488309835026" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">The view from up above.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RpngrzIckEc/Tf7ucYqVunI/AAAAAAAAB1g/WJ9SeTYgrbk/s1600/RIMG0353.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RpngrzIckEc/Tf7ucYqVunI/AAAAAAAAB1g/WJ9SeTYgrbk/s320/RIMG0353.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620191556428741234" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zr4PGgdZBug/Tf7ubg5DoGI/AAAAAAAAB1Y/LJzyGKN-bwA/s1600/RIMG0352.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zr4PGgdZBug/Tf7ubg5DoGI/AAAAAAAAB1Y/LJzyGKN-bwA/s320/RIMG0352.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620191541458083938" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HarbqkQoxqo/Tf7ubI58tEI/AAAAAAAAB1Q/mEMb_H93yZ8/s1600/RIMG0351.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HarbqkQoxqo/Tf7ubI58tEI/AAAAAAAAB1Q/mEMb_H93yZ8/s320/RIMG0351.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620191535019373634" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-LwPTQ1KIOFU/Tf7ua9nLWNI/AAAAAAAAB1I/ksjL96rr3Sc/s1600/RIMG0350.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-LwPTQ1KIOFU/Tf7ua9nLWNI/AAAAAAAAB1I/ksjL96rr3Sc/s320/RIMG0350.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620191531987851474" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">Not sure what this machine was. If any of you readers have an idea. Let us know. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Pt6_GSBej10/Tf7uaQote1I/AAAAAAAAB1A/wea6n8iEPqU/s1600/RIMG0347.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Pt6_GSBej10/Tf7uaQote1I/AAAAAAAAB1A/wea6n8iEPqU/s320/RIMG0347.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620191519914687314" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">Final product from the line. We were inspecting some of the finished goods to see if they were up to scratch. Everything worked out great. When you see these shoes at our retail stores, do yourselves a favor and take note of the product in it's entirety; check out the gold print on the insoles, notice the marigold emboss on the outsole, feel the leather, try it on knowing that you can put your faith in us to create a good product. It just keeps getting better every time. We stand for a whole lot more than just making things for you to buy. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">-ssm</div></div>K.I.Nhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12403001822502557093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-66591778785796415772011-06-15T02:58:00.000-07:002011-06-19T22:36:04.413-07:00Pre-BluePrint Photo Essay<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bTTIBr9CIzo/TfiDOBf__oI/AAAAAAAAB04/XnKTC9BHvE0/s1600/RIMG0327.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bTTIBr9CIzo/TfiDOBf__oI/AAAAAAAAB04/XnKTC9BHvE0/s320/RIMG0327.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618384812088753794" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">Above is the mini sample room we worked with someone else to open up specifically for Sifr's production. This venue is a specialty in doing short-runs that's ideal for our retail platforms. Higher quantity of styles in controlled quantities to minimize any wastage or overstock while keeping things fresh. The beauty of this small factory is the close-knit association with each other. At Sifr, there's a feeling of responsibility to the workers there and to ensure that production is always running to create a good/sustainable working environment for them. Your purchase counts a whole lot more than on a surface level.</div><div><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FlTmDsbV0oM/TfiDNzz1MNI/AAAAAAAAB0w/3XR_S-uU4bA/s1600/RIMG0321.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FlTmDsbV0oM/TfiDNzz1MNI/AAAAAAAAB0w/3XR_S-uU4bA/s320/RIMG0321.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618384808413835474" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">The production team trying to figure out the intricacies of the Poncho that we created. Everyone was baffled but we eventually figured it out. It's a beautiful piece with many functions. You'll see it in stores by August. Look good in the rain!</div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</div><div><br />Thought this might be an interesting post for some of you. As you may know, Sifr took part in the Blueprint Tradeshow at Marina Bay Sands last month. We decided to do it on a whim and realized that we had to create an in-depth collection in a short period of time. At the same time we were in the midst of doing the second range of Sifr Artisan Footwear that we've recently launched already.<div><br /></div><div>This is a Photo Essay that documents the hectic 3 month ride that included picking fabric, finding correct thread, sourcing trims, fitting shoes, preparing collaterals and meeting deadlines; all in the name of "design". Sit back and enjoy!</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iucz40wSr98/TfhQ6VI3RjI/AAAAAAAABxo/fXlmLpjxah4/s320/RIMG0289.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618329498181649970" /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Grading patterns is time consuming and there's no other way to do it. This is one of the processes of manufacturing that is key in achieving the best fitting product. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ajIZmeZHWc0/TfhQ6qUZi1I/AAAAAAAABxw/dxDlIZT_sLU/s320/RIMG0290.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618329503867177810" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">We produce at the factory for a company called "Carol Hochman Designs" and this is a dress form specially made for them to fit their sample size. We should soon get our own dress form but we still prefer fitting it on a human being. You get a better result every time when you incorporate movement, etc into the fitting process. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tUi5qn29gOM/TfhQ7ILAjOI/AAAAAAAABx4/UeqoU1d235s/s1600/RIMG0293.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tUi5qn29gOM/TfhQ7ILAjOI/AAAAAAAABx4/UeqoU1d235s/s320/RIMG0293.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618329511880854754" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px; " /></a><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VfDOvaTvC4I/TfhQ7W2V-AI/AAAAAAAAByA/gfX6NCzGmE0/s320/RIMG0294.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618329515820709890" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px; " /></span><div style="text-align: center; ">We're pretty technical now with preparation. All garments are prepared using the most comprehensive tech packs, etc. The efficiencies here will be noticed through future pricing of all our garments very soon. </div><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><div style="text-align: center; "><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-h99wmlN0y6g/TfhQ7t4nmdI/AAAAAAAAByI/xZJSl-z_-dI/s1600/RIMG0296.JPG" style="text-decoration: none; " onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-h99wmlN0y6g/TfhQ7t4nmdI/AAAAAAAAByI/xZJSl-z_-dI/s320/RIMG0296.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618329522004269522" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px; " /></a></div><div style="text-align: center; ">A new take on the 3d Volume Pocket for our second interpretation of the Journey Shirt. Notice the top pocket layer slightly smaller than the bottom to create a little detail.</div><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><div style="text-align: center; "><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GTcqyvzpfWg/TfhR83_96HI/AAAAAAAAByQ/WDYoTDRF2NI/s1600/RIMG0298.JPG" style="text-decoration: none; " onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GTcqyvzpfWg/TfhR83_96HI/AAAAAAAAByQ/WDYoTDRF2NI/s320/RIMG0298.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618330641410943090" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px; " /></a><div style="text-align: center; ">Nelly is a new member of our team (blue stripes). She was studying at Lasalle here in Singapore. Apparently she was the baddest out of the lot. Skilled, talented and most importantly...Highly organized! We sniped her and sent her back to Indonesia. </div></div></div><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7hrOmmj9nrE/TfhR9NDexDI/AAAAAAAAByY/FdyslMT4_S8/s1600/RIMG0299.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7hrOmmj9nrE/TfhR9NDexDI/AAAAAAAAByY/FdyslMT4_S8/s320/RIMG0299.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618330647062823986" /></a><div style="text-align: left;"></div><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7IDx52KjUV8/TfhR9soFQfI/AAAAAAAAByg/HiEySOasfPY/s1600/RIMG0300.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7IDx52KjUV8/TfhR9soFQfI/AAAAAAAAByg/HiEySOasfPY/s320/RIMG0300.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618330655537840626" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">Studying the technicals of the garments. Making sure binding is done correctly inside most of the pants. Be sure to look out for the clean finishing in the Cargo Pants we're doing. </div></div><div><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-u2xLKUajzKM/TfhR9yYWqHI/AAAAAAAAByo/1RV9CGewlPw/s1600/RIMG0303.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-u2xLKUajzKM/TfhR9yYWqHI/AAAAAAAAByo/1RV9CGewlPw/s320/RIMG0303.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618330657082484850" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TEvw6OhCdbw/TfhR-ehRoCI/AAAAAAAAByw/ebT6lOi708Q/s1600/RIMG0304.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TEvw6OhCdbw/TfhR-ehRoCI/AAAAAAAAByw/ebT6lOi708Q/s320/RIMG0304.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618330668931063842" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">The factory in the photo above is divided into two sections. Bulk production on the left and sampling on the right.</div></div><div><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-w7snjUBKrIA/TfhSwkYS2VI/AAAAAAAABy4/rrwehmxwEi0/s1600/RIMG0307.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-w7snjUBKrIA/TfhSwkYS2VI/AAAAAAAABy4/rrwehmxwEi0/s320/RIMG0307.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618331529497467218" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1rbDXQ2dUs8/TfhSxadMbWI/AAAAAAAABzA/lIsLHXEfO24/s1600/RIMG0310.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1rbDXQ2dUs8/TfhSxadMbWI/AAAAAAAABzA/lIsLHXEfO24/s320/RIMG0310.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618331544013532514" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dbH42Ms_NaA/TfhSxim0AFI/AAAAAAAABzI/CJrp5rhggPs/s1600/RIMG0311.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dbH42Ms_NaA/TfhSxim0AFI/AAAAAAAABzI/CJrp5rhggPs/s320/RIMG0311.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618331546201358418" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">One of the most tedious processes in production; ordering matching color thread. This can be one of the few processes that can really delay production. Remember that all garments using different fabric weights will require different thread gauges. Some stretch fabrics also require Nylon thread, etc. Exhausting just writing about it.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mnF3QD59qXc/TfhSx2DtzrI/AAAAAAAABzQ/j0oRGUEa_vs/s1600/RIMG0313.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mnF3QD59qXc/TfhSx2DtzrI/AAAAAAAABzQ/j0oRGUEa_vs/s320/RIMG0313.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618331551422860978" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">Our beautiful selection of shirts using past blocks. We paired voile, sheer fabrics with sturdy cotton to create some layering effects. These were received positively at Blueprint. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZtxWyycZLAw/TfhSyFQ3SdI/AAAAAAAABzY/aNllC_RKe-U/s1600/RIMG0314.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZtxWyycZLAw/TfhSyFQ3SdI/AAAAAAAABzY/aNllC_RKe-U/s320/RIMG0314.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618331555504540114" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-UxWyfuwOQ-4/TfhTJ0XBbeI/AAAAAAAABzg/GJvQ9kKaiHM/s1600/RIMG0315.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-UxWyfuwOQ-4/TfhTJ0XBbeI/AAAAAAAABzg/GJvQ9kKaiHM/s320/RIMG0315.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618331963283828194" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-owOfR0oNO8E/TfhTKPH-pnI/AAAAAAAABzo/vhto_aqwhbw/s1600/RIMG0316.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-owOfR0oNO8E/TfhTKPH-pnI/AAAAAAAABzo/vhto_aqwhbw/s320/RIMG0316.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618331970468488818" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7fxtrjlOogs/TfhTKVa0ArI/AAAAAAAABzw/fsZLTp4AQ-4/s1600/RIMG0317.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px; text-align: center; " src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7fxtrjlOogs/TfhTKVa0ArI/AAAAAAAABzw/fsZLTp4AQ-4/s320/RIMG0317.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618331972158096050" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">Here's our stock-lot fabric supplier showing us some fabrics we've never used. Jacquards, Knits, polo fabrics, etc for us to use. We're still contemplating as to when we'd like to include this in our Tangs programs. </div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Y6i7xSz5aYc/TfhTpfuMJlI/AAAAAAAAB0I/PxJZncvIhks/s1600/RIMG0335.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Y6i7xSz5aYc/TfhTpfuMJlI/AAAAAAAAB0I/PxJZncvIhks/s1600/RIMG0335.JPG" style="text-decoration: none;" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="text-align: left;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px; " src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Y6i7xSz5aYc/TfhTpfuMJlI/AAAAAAAAB0I/PxJZncvIhks/s320/RIMG0335.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618332507499669074" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">This is our Poncho all wrapped up and ready to go. All 3 metres of it, with multiple zippers wrapped and folded into a compact bag for easy storage.</div></div><div><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EZP-C7TsDeA/TfhTptzAE-I/AAAAAAAAB0Q/BfsoLb8On2c/s1600/RIMG0336.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EZP-C7TsDeA/TfhTptzAE-I/AAAAAAAAB0Q/BfsoLb8On2c/s320/RIMG0336.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618332511277945826" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">We did some Gabardine flat front pants in stretch fabrics for the show. You'll be seeing these in August as well. </div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jqBpvAfQtgU/TfhTpzWZ7mI/AAAAAAAAB0Y/gMLGR1qNnxk/s1600/RIMG0339.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jqBpvAfQtgU/TfhTpzWZ7mI/AAAAAAAAB0Y/gMLGR1qNnxk/s1600/RIMG0339.JPG" style="text-decoration: none;" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="text-align: left;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px; " src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jqBpvAfQtgU/TfhTpzWZ7mI/AAAAAAAAB0Y/gMLGR1qNnxk/s320/RIMG0339.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618332512768618082" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">A shot of the bigger factory at the end of the day. </div><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wbi2Vj--hE8/TfhTqdFBgZI/AAAAAAAAB0g/DVYxAMxIFSo/s1600/RIMG0344.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wbi2Vj--hE8/TfhTqdFBgZI/AAAAAAAAB0g/DVYxAMxIFSo/s320/RIMG0344.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618332523970003346" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">This was slightly discomforting. On the 16th of May before the start of the show, some of the last few garments were still wet and drying at the factory when they were clearly supposed to be at our office. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rcqWRF9MmT8/TfhTqYgBI9I/AAAAAAAAB0o/CloiWOSum9w/s1600/RIMG0345.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rcqWRF9MmT8/TfhTqYgBI9I/AAAAAAAAB0o/CloiWOSum9w/s320/RIMG0345.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618332522741048274" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">These garments were late for the first day of the show and luckily enough we had someone bring them over for the second day. Our entire lineup was complete by the second day when some of the other buyers showed up.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The one positive thing to take from all these preparations was the ability to meet deadlines. 3 months ago, we set the deadline for getting everything prepared for Blueprint and we did just that. This is including the setup of the booth as well as tagging all garments, creating linesheets, collaterals and look shots. We know that future deadlines will be met accordingly from now on if we're well prepared. Luckily for us, we have a strong team that can take charge of their individual tasks. Teamwork was apparent throughout the entire process and is a good sign for the future. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">-ssm</div></div>K.I.Nhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12403001822502557093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-38667273666513235012011-05-28T00:40:00.000-07:002011-05-28T02:48:06.232-07:00ML574<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/63403345@N04/5767013027/" title="the ML574s by knowitnothingmedia, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2401/5767013027_4182e615fe_z.jpg" width="640" height="450" alt="the ML574s" /></a><div><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/63403345@N04/5767014221/" title="gavin with the ML574 navy by knowitnothingmedia, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2694/5767014221_ac3a25cc9c_z.jpg" width="640" height="450" alt="gavin with the ML574 navy" /></a><div><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/63403345@N04/5767012631/" title="gavin with the ML574 black by knowitnothingmedia, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2097/5767012631_544530d757_b.jpg" width="640" height="960" alt="gavin with the ML574 black" /></a><div><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/63403345@N04/5767554556/" title="fahmi with the ML574 grey by knowitnothingmedia, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2642/5767554556_631b40ff3c_b.jpg" width="640" height="960" alt="fahmi with the ML574 grey" /></a></div></div></div><div><br /></div><div>The <a href="http://www.newbalance.com/">New Balance</a>'s ML574 is availabe at k.i.n now, in three different colours - grey, black and navy. Each pair has a tonal build with nappy suede and mesh paneling and its topped off with the Union Jack on the tongue as a recognition that the sneakers were crafted in their factory in Filmby, England. </div><div><br /></div><div>Here, our boys Gavin and Fahmi are both rocking the ML574 in black and grey!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Tahoma, Calibri, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:100%;color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:13px;"> </span></span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-84705674645074005132011-05-20T00:49:00.000-07:002011-05-25T03:59:00.593-07:00Bracket & Fantastic Man<div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sArrprGWmBs/TdYtKNQc_eI/AAAAAAAAAA0/5AhmhN3VgAo/s1600/bracket2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sArrprGWmBs/TdYtKNQc_eI/AAAAAAAAAA0/5AhmhN3VgAo/s400/bracket2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5608720039317143010" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 229px; " /></a></div><div><br /></div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-w4zA4oazFls/TdYtKv3tZiI/AAAAAAAAAA8/sqVOCJgXky8/s1600/fantasticman.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 250px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-w4zA4oazFls/TdYtKv3tZiI/AAAAAAAAAA8/sqVOCJgXky8/s400/fantasticman.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5608720048608601634" /></a><div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-w4zA4oazFls/TdYtKv3tZiI/AAAAAAAAAA8/sqVOCJgXky8/s1600/fantasticman.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Over here at k.i.n, we were eagerly anticipating the latest issues of </span></span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><a href="http://www.brckt.com/">Bracket</a></span></span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> and </span></span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><a href="http://www.fantasticman.com/">Fantastic Man </a></span></span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">and after poring page after page of these two magazines, they didn't disappoint. </span></span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Bracket Vol 2 - Hunger </span></span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">is easily one of the most beautiful periodical that is locally produced, dedicated to design. Its second instalment features interviews with sixteen visionaries such as <a href="http://www.sethgodin.com/sg/">Seth Godin</a>, <a href="http://www.behance.net/MatiasCorea">Matias Corea</a> and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Maeda">John Maeda</a>, who have all pursued their hunger to create change in the world. While the 13th issue of Fantastic Man's main cover story features David Beckham, o</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">ther notable profiles include: the new director of the Tate Modern, Chris Dercon, the media oligarch Evgeny Lebedev; and Michael Stipe who takes time to speak about his projects outside of R.E.M.</span></span></span></div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Times, 'Times New Roman', Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 20px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">All in all, both an equally amusing and engaging read. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 20px; font-family:Times, 'Times New Roman', Georgia, serif;font-size:14px;"><br /></span></div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Times, 'Times New Roman', Georgia, serif;font-size:130%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 20px;font-size:14px;"><br /></span></span></div></div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-19004737814611499892011-05-17T03:45:00.000-07:002011-05-17T03:45:59.091-07:00sifr at blueprint emporium!We're going to be retailing new <i>sifr</i> product this weekend at Blueprint Emporium! Come by and keep us company!<br />
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Location: Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Center, Hall B : Booth B64<br />
Time: Saturday & Sunday : 11AM - 7PM<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/46561874@N02/5729223177/" title="Blueprint Emporium by sifrsite, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2592/5729223177_b5ee9bcdcd.jpg" width="333" height="500" alt="Blueprint Emporium"></a>cjfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09978391691645238750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-8958257377915292412011-05-15T08:00:00.000-07:002011-05-15T08:01:02.429-07:00THIS IS NOT A SUIT - A FILM BY A. SAUVAGEThere has been a dearth of content on our blog. If you'd like to contribute, please email us! We have tons of content to share with the world but there are only so many hours in the day. Anyways we try our best not to repost content, but we found this video to be amazing.<br />
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Our buddies over at <a href="http://strayarts.tumblr.com/">drifters & stray</a> linked us the video.<br />
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We have been contemplating a move to tumblr to keep things easy.cjfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09978391691645238750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-12291827718495674642011-05-12T04:22:00.000-07:002011-05-13T13:50:43.667-07:00sifr artisan footwear : walking in soon<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/46561874@N02/5712185579/" title="Walking in Soon by sifrsite, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3532/5712185579_01b93c9c17.jpg" width="354" height="500" alt="Walking in Soon"></a><br />
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It's been a long time coming for our next footwear release. We decided we wanted to take the craftsmanship up a few notches so we continued to search around Indonesia for this elusive supplier. After weeks of searching a promising lead popped and we decided to go for it. The next thing we knew we were going crazy with sample production. Several moons have passed since our last drop, we can assure you it has been worth the wait!<br />
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We will be following up with more images and information on the shoes as they reach Singapore soil.<br />
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Till then keep a look out for us at <a href="http://www.blueprint.sg/">BluePrint</a>, we will be showcasing our new collection!<br />
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All the best,<br />
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The <i>sifr</i> teamcjfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09978391691645238750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-45638758021074165942011-05-05T23:02:00.001-07:002011-05-05T23:11:00.330-07:00The Prince Pleats Shirt<div style="text-align: left;">This is one of our favorite pieces in the latest drop.</div><div><br /></div><div>The story of how this garment was created is an interesting one; Each pleat was sewn together and then snipped right at the edge to create a raw edge. After that, a picot machine was used to bind the edge for a "cleaner" finish to give it that a contemporary take on a classic piece. The beauty of the garment comes after each wash and wear cycle. The bound edges will fray over time without any runs. Feel free to peal the extra thread as required or wash it further to create more fraying. </div><div><br /></div><div>Shown here is the Prince Pleats shirt in it's most versatile state, this garment can be dressed up or down with a Tie or Bow-Tie. </div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gpbMXDO3x6U/TcOQlwnvI_I/AAAAAAAABxc/7YycjxJw5xU/s1600/RIMG0259.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gpbMXDO3x6U/TcOQlwnvI_I/AAAAAAAABxc/7YycjxJw5xU/s320/RIMG0259.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603481339760157682" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 242px; height: 320px; " /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4l0QeWvg50U/TcOQlshjyBI/AAAAAAAABxU/r5N1ofMxUQA/s1600/RIMG0249.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4l0QeWvg50U/TcOQlshjyBI/AAAAAAAABxU/r5N1ofMxUQA/s320/RIMG0249.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603481338660505618" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 225px; height: 320px; " /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4VGoZd5JhrA/TcOQlZfVwqI/AAAAAAAABxM/tF452HjL-0o/s1600/RIMG0242.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4VGoZd5JhrA/TcOQlZfVwqI/AAAAAAAABxM/tF452HjL-0o/s320/RIMG0242.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603481333550924450" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px; " /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mokjU6ovy1I/TcOQlKfufSI/AAAAAAAABxE/1n9qjx6TLuI/s1600/RIMG0234.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mokjU6ovy1I/TcOQlKfufSI/AAAAAAAABxE/1n9qjx6TLuI/s320/RIMG0234.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603481329526013218" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px; " /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Available right <a href="http://sifr.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage/products/grey-prince-pleat-shirt">here</a></div><div><br /></div><div>-ssm</div>K.I.Nhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12403001822502557093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-2501478917324833552011-05-05T01:40:00.000-07:002011-05-05T08:47:27.328-07:00Road to Blueprint<div style="text-align: left;">We're participating in the Blueprint trade show on the 18th of this month.</div><div><br /></div><div>We've been hard at work for some time now trying to get all of our final product ready for the big show. Our booth will have us featuring our ever popular Essentials line as well as our Ready-to-Wear line and some accessories. Our footwear samples are looking great and we hope some of you will feel the same way. </div><div><br /></div><div>All of this would not be possible without our team of Designers, Manufacturers, Sample Makers, and Soldiers. We hope you enjoy checking out the goods as much as we enjoyed the entire process of conceptualizing and preparing everything.</div><div><br /></div><div>I was just in Indonesia for a bit of time and will be headed back there this weekend. Here's a short rundown of our trip down there;</div><div><br /></div><div>We're preparing and finalizing the last bit of the new batch of Sifr Essentials. The new colors are beautiful. Remember to always "Take Time". </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VjFyZD8uz-k/TcKQUV7Tz_I/AAAAAAAABvk/NMejOyptcQk/s1600/DSC03290.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VjFyZD8uz-k/TcKQUV7Tz_I/AAAAAAAABvk/NMejOyptcQk/s320/DSC03290.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603199565560008690" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 180px; " /></a><br /></div><div>Cut panels ready to be fed into the sewing lines. This is the exciting part. </div><div><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8dV9Mx2kmZg/TcKQUCkWlkI/AAAAAAAABvc/OoKZLLDI-Zg/s1600/DSC03289.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8dV9Mx2kmZg/TcKQUCkWlkI/AAAAAAAABvc/OoKZLLDI-Zg/s320/DSC03289.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603199560363447874" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 180px; " /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-eTi5k07I0RM/TcKQUNmWpNI/AAAAAAAABvU/i8chiG5IOb8/s1600/DSC03288.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-eTi5k07I0RM/TcKQUNmWpNI/AAAAAAAABvU/i8chiG5IOb8/s320/DSC03288.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603199563324630226" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 180px; " /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-novh3IHWQ2M/TcKQT0K79VI/AAAAAAAABvM/-nyVMAdzF1g/s1600/DSC03286.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-novh3IHWQ2M/TcKQT0K79VI/AAAAAAAABvM/-nyVMAdzF1g/s320/DSC03286.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603199556498748754" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 180px; " /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-14KELTxjwXo/TcKQTtBDkKI/AAAAAAAABvE/uTFCDD-zkBI/s1600/DSC03284.JPG" style="text-decoration: none;" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-14KELTxjwXo/TcKQTtBDkKI/AAAAAAAABvE/uTFCDD-zkBI/s320/DSC03284.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603199554578256034" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 180px; " /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>3 new updates to look forward to; size XXL (for our Australian customers), the "Holistic Living" Marigold screenprint to always remind you all who we/you are and what we/you represent. Take this is a reminder to always live well and look after yourselves by any means possible. Lastly, we're going to be introducing the Long-Sleeved versions of these garments for everyone that asked.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YmnrF_4tBEg/TcKTJuHuH0I/AAAAAAAABvs/IEqShEppwPo/s320/DSC03294.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603202681610837826" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 180px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); ">Above is a photo of how they position the pockets for our Essentials line. This is quite uncommon in your usual T-shirt. Our manufacturer uses a cardboard pattern to mark each individual piece to get the most accurate placement. This is to ensure a consistent quality. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Below is our next generation Pajaya that was highly popular for us. This time with gross-grain tape, real horn stoppers and another detail that was borne out of your feedback; pockets!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CVZTVnR8vY4/TcKUbm7jNZI/AAAAAAAABwU/AB92y5DEjAg/s1600/DSC03303.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CVZTVnR8vY4/TcKUbm7jNZI/AAAAAAAABwU/AB92y5DEjAg/s320/DSC03303.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603204088430015890" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px; " /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JjunnuFZnk0/TcKUbTt2BuI/AAAAAAAABwM/y2efg_X0qbs/s1600/DSC03302.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JjunnuFZnk0/TcKUbTt2BuI/AAAAAAAABwM/y2efg_X0qbs/s320/DSC03302.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603204083272255202" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px; " /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qNykeOWKRLc/TcKUbJYui3I/AAAAAAAABwE/41cxLPsgwuc/s1600/DSC03298.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qNykeOWKRLc/TcKUbJYui3I/AAAAAAAABwE/41cxLPsgwuc/s320/DSC03298.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603204080499329906" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 180px; " /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VYuPSZNUDSU/TcKUbAEkE2I/AAAAAAAABv8/Lb--jJBNISg/s1600/DSC03297.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VYuPSZNUDSU/TcKUbAEkE2I/AAAAAAAABv8/Lb--jJBNISg/s320/DSC03297.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603204077998838626" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 180px; " /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-bgEFDRaYWoc/TcKUaUySn1I/AAAAAAAABv0/_NuRWx3g_uc/s1600/DSC03296.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-bgEFDRaYWoc/TcKUaUySn1I/AAAAAAAABv0/_NuRWx3g_uc/s320/DSC03296.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603204066379472722" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 180px; " /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Below is the worst part of my job. Hopefully not for long.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kxemODGbh5U/TcKVXwAN4bI/AAAAAAAABw8/Z9zkbKcqQJU/s1600/DSC03320.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kxemODGbh5U/TcKVXwAN4bI/AAAAAAAABw8/Z9zkbKcqQJU/s320/DSC03320.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603205121657659826" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px; " /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Below is the shirting line for our new collection that features translucent/sheer fabrics with a touch of South Asian Flair. We've paired some premium Japanese voile with Tonal netting for a real subtle feel. 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This party happening was amazing for us! Brown Bag was something that was talked about and talked about and to finally see it come to fruition has been a great experience. We will be keeping the party with the weather, something fresh that'll blow by every now and then. <br />
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A big thanks to everyone that took part in making this happen: <a href="http://www.kinki.com.sg/"TARGET='_blank'>Kinki</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Darker-Than-Wax/105272009539522"TARGET='_blank'>Darker Than Wax</a>, <a href="http://musiquelarge.blogspot.com/"TARGET='_blank'>Musique Large</a>, Fulgeance, <a href="https://sifr.myshopify.com/"TARGET='_blank'>sifr</a>, <a href="http://www.knowitnothing.com/"TARGET='_blank'>KIN</a>, <a href="http://www.dbs.com/sg/Pages/default.aspx"TARGET='_blank'>DBS</a> and <a href="http://store.xm-i.com/"TARGET='_blank'>x-mini</a>!<br />
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Peep the photos on facebook or our flickr, also take a look at the post party video we put out.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/46561874@N02/5671510677/" title="110515 Kinki Bar - 152 by sifrsite, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5309/5671510677_c34cc135d5.jpg" width="500" height="333" alt="110515 Kinki Bar - 152"></a><br />
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Looking forward to seeing you there and having one too many drinks with us!<br />
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THE VIEW FROM THE ROOF TOP OF <a href="http://www.kinki.com.sg/"TARGET='_blank'>KINKI</a>!<br />
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The photos below document the proto-typing phase for our a-frame. We're no George Nakashima but we did a pretty damn good job at constructing the a-frame used to hang the new line 'ND I.<br />
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If you're interested in contributing to DEAR time please email, info{A}sifrsite.com <br />
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We are porting our blog very very soon, hop on board the new movement!<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/46561874@N02/5534877416/" title="drying the wood by sifrsite, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5211/5534877416_49afcbf26a.jpg" width="500" height="375" alt="drying the wood"></a><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><u>Stockist</u></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.knowitnothing.com/" target="_blank">K.I.N</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">51 Haji Lane</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<a href="http://www.retail-therapy-sg.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Retail Therapy</a><br />
Wheelock Place #03-13 </div></div>cjfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09978391691645238750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-51202307617025469822011-03-28T23:40:00.000-07:002011-03-29T02:54:23.910-07:00'ND I : our first lookbook<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hello! Our new line <a href="http://www.facebook.com/sifrsite" target="_blank">'ND I</a> is officially on racks at various retailers around Singapore! We released some of the test shots about a week ago and now the images you see below captured by <a href="http://www.chuckreyes.com/" target="_blank">Chuck Reyes</a> are the final result of months of work and preparation between <a href="https://sifr.myshopify.com/"target="_blank">sifr</a>, K.I.N, and the lovely Resham from <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/NOCTURNAL-by-Resham-Melwani/141666033340" target="_blank">Nocturnal</a>. Growing the idea of 'ND I has been a beautiful dance between all its participants from the beginning with the mood boards to the sample edits to the construction of it's custom rack and till just recently the launch of the line this last Friday. The garments capture the female form in a eloquent understated manner referencing masculine details from menswear tailoring in order to accentuate a almost rigid yet feminine silhouette expressing a tinge of sexuality. The use of a lightweight cotton modal jersey is soft to touch on the skin and more than comfortable in the tropics. All these combined with a sombre color palate come together to produce sifr's and Reshams take on a contemporary basics line for ladies.<br />
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Sincerely,<br />
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A few more words below in the form of our official press release:<br />
<blockquote>‘ND I is the abbreviation of And I.<br />
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‘ND I is a contemporary take on women’s ready-to-wear t-shirts. It borrows masculine details from traditional menswear tailoring in the form of darts and tucks to create an almost rigid yet feminine line of everyday garments. This is a structured knitwear line.<br />
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The use of a cotton-modal blend was chosen to combine the strong traits of each type of fabric. The modal fabric gives the garment an almost soft, supple feel maintaining a stable degree of drape, while the cotton holds it together with it’s sturdy build. This blend is ideal in maintaining cohesiveness with the overall aesthetic of the label. Sturdy yet feminine, strong yet compassionate.<br />
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Inspired by the idea of interaction and exchange of energy between people, couples and lovers, the direction is to create a product for the androgynous woman and man. Be it partners or even same-sex couples, the thought of exchanging these garments with one another is an idea that would like to be explored and conveyed through the development of this product. These notions make up the core of this collaboration.<br />
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February 2011 marked the beginning of this contemporary clothing label.<br />
With intentional use of a sombre color pallette, the line evokes a certain sense of calmness while retaining a confident edge. Sleek, youthful, sophisticated and contemporary in it's appeal with styling being crucial in the process of creating (unique) looks.<br />
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The 'ND I design procedure starts at the hands of Resham and Suraj Melwani and then filters on down to the photographic and graphic expertise of Daryl Chan and Christopher John Fussner Jr. The inaugural photoshoot was conducted by the talented Chuck Reyes who works under the renowned Geoff Ang from Geoff Studio. Our model was the ideal Linda Hao; student and part-time model.</blockquote><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">---</div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">"images from the projection/lookbook for 'Nd I, a structured women's knitwear line co-designed suraj of <i><a href="http://www.sifrsite.com/">sifr</a></i> and <i><a href="http://www.knowitnothing.com/">kin</a> </i>and his wife <i><a href="http://www.reshamm.com/">resham</a></i>. it's being model here by <i><a href="http://lhly.blogspot.com/">linda</a>, </i>who's just a crazy multi-hyphenate and all around awesome chick." -Chuck Reyes</div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><u>Stockist</u></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.knowitnothing.com/" target="_blank">K.I.N</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">51 Haji Lane</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://eclecticismonline.com/" target="_blank">eclecticism</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Paragon #03-08<br />
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<a href="http://www.retail-therapy-sg.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Retail Therapy</a><br />
Wheelock Place #03-13 </div></div>cjfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09978391691645238750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-67848268987552696012011-03-27T18:57:00.000-07:002011-03-27T22:26:26.450-07:00sifr 2011 : hong kong sourcing day 2.3One of our last videos from Hong Kong! <br /><br />This video takes us inside the sample room that we are currently working with out of Kowloon. So after a year of producing with Indonesia exclusively we've finally made a comeback into China. We're doing several styles with the sample room captured in the video and we're looking to grow that selection in the coming collections. Besides producing out of this great sample room we're also doing our first batch of knitwear out of HK! We were more than happy when some of the samples that the knitwear supplier showed us from their portfolio had Flippa K tags attached. <br /><br />If you have any questions, feel free to post in the comments section below! <br /><br />Next up we have some footage from our recent shoot for our new project and we will be shooting some out of this world footage straight from Jakarta with our new footwear and clothing manufacturers.<br /><br /><iframe title="YouTube video player" width="480" height="390" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/-qoTHndFPnQ" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br /><br />Sincerely,<br /><span style="font-style:italic;">sifr</span>sifrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07310626531029888860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-68874924020631844072011-03-23T09:35:00.000-07:002011-03-23T09:35:57.744-07:00Friendly Fire: Karya & K.I.NBefore we embark on our next window display installation this coming Friday, we'd like to recap the first one we did with <a href="http://karya.my/"TARGET='_blank' >Karya</a>. The idea of the having our display transcend it's common role of visual merchandising display unit came about in our weekly company meeting. In a matter of weeks we had our first installation designed and setup by the wonderful architecture collective Karya out of Kuala Lumpur. For our next bit we are working with the multi platform creative agency <a href="http://www.kult.com.sg/"TARGET='_blank'>kult</a>. We hope to see you there this Friday for the launch of our second installment for our window display series.<br />
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<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/KIN2.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter" height="138" src="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/KIN2-1024x308.jpg" title="KIN" width="461" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">As promised, updates on the dismantling process of our 5 months stint on the window of Know It Nothing are up! We're deeply grateful for K.I.N for the opportunity given to kickstart their initiative in promoting and showcasing regional talents. So without further ado, march through the updates people.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/100.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-216" height="408" src="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/100-1024x680.jpg" title="100" width="614" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/200.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-217" height="425" src="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/200-1024x710.jpg" title="200" width="614" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/300.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-218" height="437" src="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/300-1024x729.jpg" title="300" width="614" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/4001.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-220" height="406" src="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/4001-1024x677.jpg" title="400" width="614" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/500.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-222" height="240" src="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/500-1024x401.jpg" title="500" width="614" /></a><a href="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/6001.jpg"></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/6001.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-223" height="240" src="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/6001-1024x401.jpg" title="600" width="614" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/700.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-224" height="396" src="http://www.karya.my/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/700-1024x662.jpg" title="700" width="614" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><iframe frameborder="0" height="420" src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/20403375" width="640"></iframe><br />
<a href="http://vimeo.com/20403375">KARYA|KIN 2011</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/user6142701">architectsforpresidency</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com/">Vimeo</a>.</div>cjfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09978391691645238750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-73374125314164854342011-03-20T09:01:00.000-07:002011-03-20T10:39:56.312-07:00The Capsule LifeThe recent 8.9 magnitude earthquake and resulting tsunami that has devastated Japan really hit "close to home." Over the winter months, I did a homestay in Japan so I feel more than just a sense of sympathy for the nation. I hope all family and friends of Sifr/KIN are alright.<br /><br />From the news reports, I understand that Japan is just as orderly, polite, and calm as usual with no reports of looting or violence despite mounting pressures-- nuclear threats, lack of food and clean water, and rising numbers of missing people. These issues are extremely pressing and I urge you to reach out and help the Japanese community.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">- - - - - - - - - - - -<br /></div><br />For now, here are some of my favorite pictures of my capsule life in Japan: exploring the Nakagin Tower and staying at a capsule hotel.<br /><br />The Nakagin Tower is quite sad and eerie. Despite being one of the only built examples of metabolist architecture, it is in a state of decay not regrowth. I knocked on every door in both towers but only encountered a few people- both of whom were busy with office work. One office was packed with papers and completely dark. The other office was more friendly towards me, but unable to show me around as it was a child pornography trader.<br /><br />My stay at the capsule hotel was just as eerie- I couldn't tell if people were living humans or ghosts. No one acknowledged anyone else in the building; it was all very secretive. 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margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fGlH3zOsjjA/TYY2FWlC-UI/AAAAAAAAAL0/Q9AIzHGEKb4/s400/P1010028.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5586211853387888962" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;font-size:78%;" >Climbing onto the roof of the capsule.<br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></span></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nd4xLUNxAJw/TYYzcE1piBI/AAAAAAAAALs/9VOD3sc8k9I/s1600/P1010025.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nd4xLUNxAJw/TYYzcE1piBI/AAAAAAAAALs/9VOD3sc8k9I/s400/P1010025.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5586208945227794450" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Hdk_Uj-3AAM/TYYzNx8RrmI/AAAAAAAAALk/YMNLCPN32LA/s1600/nakagin1.jpg"><img style="display: block; 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height: 267px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-zTjUhfiWc_g/TYYwebRpquI/AAAAAAAAALE/-JuvdosQV5k/s400/IMG_2013.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5586205687075678946" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">A perfect closet for 1 fur vest.<br /><br /></span></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-style: italic;"></span></span></div><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></span><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-om0PTYfqaLw/TYYwG_OM7jI/AAAAAAAAAK8/nLcQL7xfwUs/s1600/IMG_2009.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-om0PTYfqaLw/TYYwG_OM7jI/AAAAAAAAAK8/nLcQL7xfwUs/s400/IMG_2009.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5586205284408028722" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">A home for my desert boots.</span></span><br /><br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-I4LkmuUTvxc/TYYuwSyP_sI/AAAAAAAAAK0/_oDtYofRUZA/s1600/IMG_2011.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-I4LkmuUTvxc/TYYuwSyP_sI/AAAAAAAAAK0/_oDtYofRUZA/s400/IMG_2011.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5586203795010879170" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1HFQk8DuXKQ/TYYt0K2fFMI/AAAAAAAAAKs/5VsPnbZVqcI/s1600/IMG_2009.jpg"><br /></a>KCLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09694003674416800304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-70479643078976031402011-03-18T00:35:00.000-07:002011-03-18T00:41:34.784-07:00sifr 2011 : march drops<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">All cylinders are firing over at our office as we are taking part in <a href="http://www.blueprint.sg/" target="_blank">Blueprint</a> as well as continuing to produce more product to keep up with demand in <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Singapore" target="_blank">Singapore</a>. We are going to be exporting this year so we are producing our first collection in over a year and a half. We're really excited to share this upcoming collection with you guys as it's been our blood and sweat over these last few months. We're are continuing to do our best to keep delivering quality products in the months leading up to <a href="http://www.blueprint.sg/" target="_blank">Blueprint</a> show. <br />
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The products below belong to a 2 part March drop, the other part has some other long awaited products that have been out of stock for awhile. <br />
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<a href="https://sifr.myshopify.com/collections/bottoms/products/navy-volumnious-shell-stitch-poplin-pant"TARGET='_blank' ><img alt="shell stitch pants" height="333" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5018/5487763225_ce454eab45.jpg" width="500" /></a></div>We produced a beautiful 60/2 high density cotton poplin used in these shell stitch pants. We went with a airy and breathable cut, these pants are way too comfortable and allow for maximum ventilation even on the hottest days in Singapore. The pants have a beautiful shell stitch on the thigh and the insides are trimmed beautifully, quality speaks on the inside and outside of this pant. The quality shown here is really what we've been working very hard to produce over this last year. The pants come in a limited run of 50 pieces available at <a href="http://www.knowitnothing.com/" target="_blank">KIN</a>, <a href="http://rockstar-soonlee.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Rockstar</a> and <a href="http://www.tangs.com.sg/main.php" target="_blank">Tangs</a>. Please click the photos for more information or if you wish to purchase the product right now.<br />
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<a href="https://sifr.myshopify.com/collections/shirting/products/black-lazy-cloud-shirt"TARGET='_blank'><img alt="cloud shirt " height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5019/5487760285_e43379e023.jpg" width="333" /></a><br />
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<a href="https://sifr.myshopify.com/collections/shirting/products/grey-lazy-cloud-shirt"TARGET='_blank'><img alt="cloud shirt " height="333" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5292/5488354008_7a00e1362c.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
The cloud shirt uses a related fabric to that seen in our "70s throwback shirt". A digital cloud print on 100% japanese cotton broadcloth. We kept things simple with an airy straight cut and relaxed fit, the shirt makes you feel at ease. It features single needle stitching, chalk buttons and a comfortably sized breast pocket. This batch of shirts is available in a short run of 60 pieces for each color at <a href="http://www.knowitnothing.com/" target="_blank">KIN</a>, <a href="http://rockstar-soonlee.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Rockstar</a> and <a href="http://www.tangs.com.sg/main.php" target="_blank">Tangs</a>. Please click the photos for more information or if you wish to purchase the product right now.<br />
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<a href="https://sifr.myshopify.com/collections/shirting/products/navy-prince-pleats-shirt"TARGET='_blank'><img alt="tuxedo pleat shirt" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5015/5488351448_45846c2b65.jpg" width="333" /></a><br />
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The prince shirt is made from a lightweight 100% cotton poplin with soft handfeel. this slim fit shirt is a contemporary take on a classic tuxedo pleat shirt. it features raw edge pleats that have been safely finished with a picot stitch machine. garment comes with real shell buttons for a premium look. This batch of shirts is available in a limited run of 70 pieces for each color at <a href="http://www.knowitnothing.com/" target="_blank">KIN</a>, <a href="http://rockstar-soonlee.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Rockstar</a> and <a href="http://www.tangs.com.sg/main.php" target="_blank">Tangs</a>. Please click the photos for more information or if you wish to purchase the product right now.<br />
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Sincerely,<br />
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</div>cjfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09978391691645238750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-67323918673962775132011-03-17T18:42:00.000-07:002011-03-17T18:46:34.595-07:00sifr 2011 : voyeur home videosA little different from the <a href="http://knowitnothing.blogspot.com/2011/01/sifr-2011-holistic-design-01.html"TARGET='_blank'>holistic design video </a>we posted earlier but in a similar light. We're taking more video footage about our process, our day to day on trips, insights into spots we checked out while traveling, peaks into factories and offices we visit. On our HK trip we figured that we've been having such a great time these last 2 years it would be selfish to not share it with the people that make what we do everyday possible. <br />
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In this video we are kicking starting our second day in Hong Kong. The day preluding this one was an action packed 23hours of work, indulgent food and smooth drinks; unfortunately we don't have much documentation of that besides a couple of photographs. We're about to go upstairs and finish some tech packs and then check out what <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sham_Shui_Po"TARGET='_blank'>Sham Sui Po</a> has to offer, hopefully we will find a worthy fabric to sample with and use for production. We have a few more videos from HK covering the sample room and our thoughts of Sham Sui Po, stay tuned! <br />
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We are planning to return late May, so if you guys have any suggestions on places to go please let us know. We're up for anything, private kitchens to local noodle joints to beautiful nature spots. Share your secrets with us! <br />
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We'd also like to thank Alessandro Schuelli and Fasil Alemante for their continued support and advice regarding our growth! Their words and actions have helped us shape the company into what it is today.<br />
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Sincerely,<br />
<i>sifr</i>cjfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09978391691645238750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-83520946346381246502011-03-10T21:14:00.000-08:002011-03-10T21:14:25.952-08:00K.I.N. Website v2.0<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">We've been working away at developing our new website to match the new developments at the store. No pictures here, have a look for yourself!<br />
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Photos are courtesy of <a href="http://www.chuckreyes.com/" target="_blank">Chuck Reyes</a>.<br />
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Sincerely,<br />
<i>sifr</i>cjfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09978391691645238750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22587260.post-51975584729046819342011-03-09T00:00:00.000-08:002011-03-10T02:30:54.093-08:00Recommended Reading: The Basic Handbook of APPARELFinally after months and months of sourcing in and around Jakarta, our man on the ground, our factory roadwarrior; Suraj Suresh Melwani has found the mother-load of all sources. He's found some amazing factories and workshops out and around Jakarta. <div><br /></div><div>This one however is the #1 of all time sources we have found in our short lifespan. The source is the next level of reasonably scaled manufacturing meaning we are able to produce great quality product on short production runs, something that we've been searching for since we left China last year. </div><div><br /></div><div>We're so proud of this find that we want to share the book that our vendor wrote with anyone who is interested in purchasing it at K.I.N for a paltry sum of $25. The book provides an in depth look at production from information on fabric to how to containerize your goods to be shipped out to the client. We're still in the midst of finishing the book to brush up and to extract the wealth of information that this production bible provides.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/46561874@N02/5508151669/" title="Closed by sifrsite, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5294/5508151669_fd1e7b6e6a.jpg" width="500" height="333" alt="Closed" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/46561874@N02/5508750486/" title="Open by sifrsite, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5013/5508750486_5576b9590a.jpg" width="500" height="333" alt="Open" /></a><br /><br />Sincerely,<br /><i>sifr</i></div>cjfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09978391691645238750noreply@blogger.com0