Brand New Label Glorious Gangsta Launches

Glorious Gangsta is the brand new label from Condemned Nation which launched this week exclusively at Foot Asylum...

Even if you're not a gangster and have no intentions of being one, this 12-piece collection is the perfect blend of assertive streetwear and attention to detail design. This brand new collection fuses luxury fabrics with statement prints and consists of graphics t-shirts, crew neck sweaters and sports luxe inspired tracksuits.

Streetwear Spotlight: Tribal Life

Streetwear is becoming more and more influential in the world of fashion as style seekers turn their heads from the catwalks to the streets to look for style inspiration. Let's take a look at an up and coming brand with bags of inspiration to offer...

Tribal Life is a family business is the truest sense. Huguette Bukasa is the designer behind the brand, but her whole family are involved in the process. Her mother and sister cut out her designs and sew them for her, while her older sister handles the PR and Marketing. Huguette's other sister draws out her designs for her, which are inspired by her half Congolese and half Bulgarian heritage. Huguette explained to me:

New Collection: Dope Couture Summer 2013

It's Summer and as the sun has decided to come out, so have all the new collections, including this summer offering from Dope Couture...

Global brand Dope Couture believe that luxury equates to freedom and is more than just a lifestyle choice, but a state of mind. Dope try to reflect this concept in every single piece they create, along with the aim to bring a luxurious lifestyle to the world, because in their own words "everyone  deserves the right to feel on top of the world".

New Collection from 2wnt4 "Work House Division" Launches

Streetwear label 2wnt4 have just launched their latest collection Work House Division...

Each of these looks have been styled with the utmost care by founder Andrew Harper, and reflect the true essence of the 2wnt4 brand. The quality of the garments can been seen and felt. The new collection is influenced by politics, Great British style through the ages, and baroque print. With so much variety and a real sense of heritage, this collection truly says something about where British streetwear has come from.

Powdered Dreams by Melody Maker

MaKers LDN is the new contemporary street wear label by stylist and designer, Melody Maker...

The collection is a snapshot of London’s creative scene, infused with abstract prints and accessories.The debut collection Powdered Dreams is a melee of accessories and ready-to-wear womens and menswear separates. Print crop tops and leggings duos, leather panelled backpacks, bomber jackets, beanie hats and midi bodycon dresses are spattered with a contemporary digital print on a delicate silk material. For this collection, Melody has drawn inspiration from London’s underground scene mixed with chaotic monochrome prints.

Tribal Spirit for Spring Summer 2013

Children's wear brand Isossy Children continues to be the forerunner in global clothing for kids.  With its smart, casual and lively range for girls and boys, Isossy launches its new collection for Spring Summer 2013...

The collection is traditionally separated into Isossy Classic, Play and Occasion, covering a fantastic array of styles in wonderfully vibrant colours. Isossy prides itself on catering for the ever changing needs of its customers, and the new collection for spring summer 2013 has just a little bit of everything to make it truly special. The brand is honoured to stand by its 'Made in England' manufacturing ethos, combined with the international African and Asian cultures. The fabrics and colours of these vivacious countries are evident within the collection.

Miko Spinelli: Leather Luxe

Favouring a decidedly maximalist approach, Miko Spinelli carries his signature Sports Luxe style into his highly-anticipated second collection....

Now that he's gaining some much deserved recognition, Miko Spinelli has proudly added Selfridges and Luisa Via Roma to his stockist list following the success of his debut collection. Cleverly putting a contemporary spin on animal print and embroidery, Miko has established a strong signature look that simply couldn’t be mistaken for anyone else. The collection offers a diverse range of jackets from bold acid hues with magnified snakeskin print, to the minimal classic bomber with contrast nappa leather sleeves for a more subtle approach.

New Love Club's Graphic SS13 Collection

Born in the heart of East London's Brick Lane, New Love Club leaps into SS13 with their latest collection of statement graphic prints and photo fun...

With stockists such as Topshop, Urban Outfitters and ASOS under their belt, New Love Club are ahead of the crowd when it comes to print trends. With hints of 80s shapes, 90s rave and 70s psychedelia, their bold and innovative designs are a mix of hand-drawn illustrations and creative studio photography. Founded in 2009, the brand has gone from strength to strength, hitting a chord with today’s pop culture and cleverly putting a contemporary spin on the classic tee.

Crooks & Castles Debuts Men's Collection Autumn 2012

Crooks & Castles releases extensive, inspired line for Men's Autumn 2012...

This season, Crooks & Castles drew inspiration from everything like street sub-cultures to high end fashion houses. Consumers of the brand can be outfitted from head to toe in classic graphic tees, photo print tees, jackets, salvaged denim, knit goods, classic crewneck sweaters, cardigans and accessories featuring everything from bucket hats to camp-style scout belts and everything in between; As well as footwear in colors and fabrics that go hand and hand with some of the themes chosen for the collection.

Lazy Oaf Capsule Collection

One of our favourite brands Lazy Oaf has just released it's capsule collection in time for the party season, but you won't find any boring LBDs amongst this festive offering...

With eye catching cartoon prints covering bodycon dresses, leggings and crop tops, you’re definitely going to be standing out on the dance floor this Christmas.

Spring/Summer 2013 Collection from Manish Arora

For Spring Summer 2013, Manish Arora goes back to his roots and pays tribute to India. The country's rich artistic legacy of ornamentation continues to inspire the world, with its vibrant colours, decorative arts, intricate architecture and unique handicrafts...

House of Hoxshore AW12 Collection

Streetwear is something that we touch on now and again at The Urban Fashion and Beauty Directory, and when we do it, we like to do it well. Introducing the AW12 Collection from well-established streetwear brand House of Hoxshore...

House of Hoxshore is an independently owned and exclusively fresh, fashion and music merchandise brand straight out of London’s East End, providing products with a luxurious feel without costing the earth.

Video: Kenzo's A/W 2012 Women's Collection

This week Kenzo released a new video by Carl Burgess and Thomas Traum featuring the outstanding Autumn/Winter 2012 women's collection. Set in a marble palace, with walls adorned in Kenzo patterns, a powerful female avatar smashes her way through the artificial landscape as her looks change.

Hunting Inspired Collection by Bucks & Co

The young menswear label aims to conquer the male fashion arena of 25-35 year olds with a premium collection inspired by the 'Modern Hunter' favouring the ideology that the Buck epitomises the 'Ultra Alpha Male'.

"In a world where the 'Hunter' has evolved, he is no longer content with shooting down game and foul, the 'Hunter' gleefully adopts the playing fields of the big city bars and clubs fending off his rivals. The 'Alpha Male' hopes to fulfil his urges without denting his honourable reputation."

New Snapback Collection from Forreduci

The new snapback collection from leading brand Forreduci will have your outfit looking brightened up and bang on trend in absolutely no time. Featuring primary colours as well as a few modern colour ways combinations, one of these are the perfect way to add a touch of colour to a gloomy day.

Superhuman: New Collection from Meera Sharma

Every woman can be a superhero with this new collection by London designer Meera Sharma. Meera Sharma designs for confident women who are not afraid to express themselves. Her debut collection, entitled Femme Fatale, is inspired by the female superhero, who to Meera is the ultimate woman; sexy, strong and powerful.

New A/W 2012 Collection from Tribal Gem

For those who love african-inspired pieces, Tribal Gem is for you. Established in 2011 by designers Lulu Awori and Abiola Gbaja-Biamila, Tribal Gem is the product of two good friends exploring their love of fashion with influences heavily drawn from their African heritage and sewn to their British upbringing.