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City of God - 10 Years Later

In 2002 the movie ‘City Of God’ was released to much acclaim, which both impressed and shocked the world at the same time. It tells the story of 2 friends growing up in the suburbian favelas of Rio de Janeiro/Brazil in ‘Cidade de Deus’ (translated City of God) and their separating paths when one becomes a photographer/journalist while the other becomes a drug dealer.

The most impressive thing about City of God was that almost all of the characters in the movie were not actors. They were all casted from the streets of Rio to keep the authenticity on film as strong as possible. As this was the case Cavi Borges and Luciano Vidigal have created a documentary entitled 'City of God - 10 Years Later' which catches up with the 'kids' portrayed in the cult classic as they discuss where their lives are today.

Check out the trailer below...

Source: High Snobiety

Just Like The Movies

Movies have been at the forefront of inspiring fashion since the start of the 20th century. The silver screen has always held some hypnotic allure in deciding how we dress, whether that be by Bogart's white dinner jacket in Casablanca or Jack Skellington's gothic attire in Nightmare Before Christmas, films are all something we can aspire and relate to.

To celebrate the opening of the V&A's Hollywood Costume exhibition, we take a look at some of the most classic movie outfits to be adorned by male stars and offer some Topman alternatives that won't get you a restraining order for raiding Brad Pitt's wardrobe. Oh, and as much as we love superheroes, neon tights have been excluded from the list. Bit hard to pull off on a Friday night in Wetherspoons, really.

 

Drive - Ryan Gosling as Driver

Gosling's style as the nameless driver says it all in this movie. Literally, his clothes actually have to do most of the talking as the guy hardly says a word throughout. Treat yourself to a burgundy bomber in the style of the ominous silent hero.

 

James Bond...All

Fancy drinks, beautiful women, expensive gadgets and nothing but the finest clothes, Bond has been the envy of men and women for decades. Whether it's Connary or Craig, the effortless cool has never left the world's greatest spy. Check out our black textured tux which is sure to turn some heads this holiday season. Martini and lustrous charm sold seperately.

 

Twilight Saga - Robert Pattinson as Edward Cullen

Once a killed off wizard in Harry Potter, now every girl's most cherished pale faced vamp. R-Patz' Edward Cullen is a charming immortal teenager that has shown men there is more smarter options than a simple chino and denim shirt combo. From the appearance of the peacoat in the first movie to the retro inspired suits of the flashbacks in Eclipse, Edward's style - unlike the actual execution of the first movie, yawn - is something to rave about. Millions of screaming Twi-Hards can't be wrong. Fix yourself up with a grey wool peacoat now. Don't worry, you don't have to read the books.

 

The Dark Knight Rises - Tom Hardy as Bane

Yes, you read right. Bane is one of the most swarve yet terrifying villains ever to hit modern screens. No, there wasn't a sudden trend of face masks that you somehow missed, we're talking about the fur lined coat he wears to keep from getting a cold in Gotham (bad guys get the sniffles too, y'know). Make sure you keep cosy this winter like our favourite mumbling mad man with our designer fur collar jacket.

 

A Hard Day's Night - The Beatles

The Beatles - the very epitome of Britishness. This movie follows the adventure of the Fab Four from Liverpool to London to perform on a television show. It's full of screaming girls, good music, bad acting and sharp suits. What more could you want? Set yourself up with a vintage Beatles' look by adding a three piece charcoal suit to your wardrobe. Every man must own one, get yours now.

 

Quadrophenia - Sting as Ace Face

Before Sting started singing about watching girls breathing he appeared in this movie made by British rock legends The Who. He plays an alpha-mod who leads the fight against the rockers in Brighton, donning a light blue slim suit and a leather trench coat whilst sitting atop a pimped out moped. What happened to him? You changed, Sting. Get the mod look with one of our navy parkas.

 

 

New York Inspirations...

Design Team for Topman Scene...

 

Recently returned from our Buying and Design research trip to NY City we thought we'd share with you some photographic highlights including; the Ghostbusters Fire station, a treasure trove of vintage at Smogersburg Market in Brooklyn and a multitude of street art. We also couldn't resist including one of many excellent NY dog spots!

Accessories update - Rucksacks

Lisa writing for Topman Scene....

Check out some our rucksacks hitting stores this week, a perfect winter rucksack with wool mix red buffalo check and charcoal tweed. Go get yours now!

How about a monochrome knitted snowflake rucksack.....coming very soon

Printed nylon......instores in 3 weeks time

Navy canvas & burgundy geo printed nylon heritage style rucksack......

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James Long for Topman Party in Rekorderlig Winter Forest

Earlier this week we headed down to the Rekorderlig Winter Forest. A forest in the middle of London created especially by Rekorderlig to bring the outdoors in, as we toasted our latest collaboration James Long for Topman.

Welcomed by an array of mannequins wearing the upcoming collection, attendees dressed up in cardboard cutouts of the varying designs and enjoyed what the evening had to offer, including one-off cocktails and specially made canapes.

Check out a few photos from the evening below...

James Long for Topman launches on 8th November, General Store and 12th November, HERE.