FORECAST 06

Welcome to the Autumn Winter 2015 edition of Forecast with an overview of what'™s happening in-store and online at Couverture & The Garbstore this season. To Read the full PDF version CLICK HERE The Autumn season heralds the arrival of Couverture's signature perfume, No Chemicals. Perfectly mirroring the pared down aesthetic of the store, the natural palette creates an individual scent appealing to both men and women. Our Reebok collaboration continues with the hotly anticipated launch of the Insta Pump Fury road and Ventilator 2.0. The slimmed down version of the Insta Pump Fury sees mesh and suede panels contrasted against the marble effect printed neoprene uppers, whilst the Ventilator 2.0, with a classic silhouette, features a Hexalite midsole, high abrasion rubber outsole and padded foam sock liner. New womenswear labels signal a return to artisan skills including Bosabo'™s handcrafted clogs from the heart of Brittany, hand finished silk scarves from fashion doyen Emma Greenhill, natural dyed patchwork sheepskins by Milena Silvano and exquisite woven indigo separates from SIDELINE. Elsewhere American designer Steven Alan; renowned for his ubiquitous brand of cool, downtown chic; gives us an insight into his life and likes, with Couverture the exclusive stockist in the UK. Manufacturing quality goods with a low environmental impact are common themes amongst this season's new arrivals. Jungmaven use natural dyes in their campaign to "get everyone in a hemp t-shirt by 2020", whilst Industry Of All Nations are returning original manufacturing processes back to their original makers, striving to develop importance of quality made goods and sustainable industries. Bright pops of colour and graphic prints are the order of the day on the home front with Panton style stools from Dutch designers Pols Potten and Japanese stripe and spotted roll top bags and slippers by Hanelca for the ultimate in stylish travel accessories. We catch up with Meg Company'™s Yuki Matsuda and find out his thoughts on Hermosa Beach, the company's beach town dwelling, a typical day in the life and his love for Hawaiian shirts whilst catching a glimpse of the latest Epperson Mountaineering climb packs and super warm Chamula hats and cardigans. Childrenswear stalwarts Finger In The Nose, bring their unique brand of rock and roll attitude to Autumn with faux fur coats and signature slim-fit jeans, whilst American Outfitters offer the ultimate in relaxed separates including cute knitted ponchos, plaid shirts and lumber jackets and new addition Soeur, delivers sophisticated clothing for girls, successfully bridging the gap between childhood and adulthood.