Agent Provocateur

— Tue, 14th October 2008 —

Here’s ESPN’s must-see profile of pro hockey player and unabashed fashion obsessive Sean Avery. Regardless of what you think of the guy, we’re certain he’s going to have a huge impact on the future evolution of menswear:

Well Worth The Hipster Glares

— Tue, 14th October 2008 —

The biggest story this past week — apart from the whole worldwide economic collapse thing — was Paul Smith opening a Williamsburg outlet, where (until the hipster holdovers take a Molotov cocktail to the place) you’ll find the English designer’s full kick-ass line from 30-60% off! [Racked]

Paul Smith Williamsburg Outlet – 280 Grand St between Roebling & Havermeyer – 718-218-0029 – Sun-Wed 12pm-7pm, Thur-Sat 12pm-8pm – Map

Making Deals

— Tue, 14th October 2008 —

Through the end of the year, Making Hats is taking 50% off wholesale prices on hand-blocked hats. [Racked]

Making Hats – 212 W 35th St between 7th & 8th – 12th fl – Mon-Fri 10am-4pm – Map

Back To Business

— Tue, 14th October 2008 —

The Beggar’s back (!) with a not-to-be-missed sale starting at 12 noon today at Gilt.com. On offer will be Robert Marc’s handmade sunglasses, which normally retail for no less than $300. That’s the same Rober Marc who only uses the finest materials, like Italian acetate and Japanese titanium, and whose New York shops win NY Mag’s ‘Best of NY Awards’ year after year. HERE‘s your invite to the member’s-only sale site.

In case you’re wondering, we’ve decided to hold off on the Casablanca bureau, but if you’re an adventure hound, Morocco is a must. It’s not quite as insane as, say, India, but the culture is rich and thriving, the people are welcoming and passionate, and the sites are ceaselessly vivid.