Random Recs: a Tekla store, Claire de Rouen, Eddie Bauer, the future of shopping and more

Tekla x Auralee

A few snippets of digital ephemera and IRL recommendations I’ve enjoyed lately…

1/ CLAIRE DE ROUEN is returning to Soho. The much-loved art-fashion-photography bookshop is celebrating its 20th year with a new space in the centre of town next month. It was always a fave place to buy presents for those hard-to-buy-for types and now it also promises “screenings, signings, talks and exhibitions”. Along with the likes of Donlon Books, BookMarc, Reference Point and Tenderbooks, Claire de Rouen (below) is a great example of arty, bookish hangouts as ‘cultural third spaces’ where you can meet like-minded curious types, expand your knowledge and get off your phone for a few hours. (more…)

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30 March, 2023

Buy it now: Spring blues

Three new spring discoveries to share.

I’ve yet to try B Sides jeans but I think now may be the time to make it happen. The new collection features two relaxed-fit styles designed to look like you’ve had them for years. Fey (above) in Leo dark sun fade is a straight-cut, slightly loose-thigh jean with a long rise, while Elissa (inspired by stylist Elissa Santisi) in Klein (below) is a wide-leg, slouchy fit that also sits on the natural waist. Buy here and here. Both styles are 100% cotton and made in the USA. (more…)