Was at the launch of RAD RUSSEL in collaboration with SIMON CARTER capsule collection in Singapore at the Rad Russel flagship boutique at Plaza Singapura on Monday. This new footwear capsule collection features the season’s latest footwear style and is available in Rad Russel stores and will be coming to their website soon.
Pairing elegant design with contemporary detailing, UK designer Simon Carter inspired the designers at Rad Russel to create an exclusive collection of footwear infused with Carter’s sense of London style. The collection comprises classic Oxford’s and Derbies handcrafted in calf leathers, buttery leather inners and insoles in Carter’s signature colour – cinnamon. Personally, I find these stylish designs to be timeless and very wearable for the modern male.
The technical bit: There are two styles of shoes in this collection: The Wholecut which takes its name from the outer being made of one whole piece of leather. The second is the Derby which has the eyelet's sitting above the upper on two separate pieces of leather. The upper of the shoe is calf leather. Comfort is certainly a key consideration in the design of this capsule collection as the shoe lining is made of sheepskin leather which allows the imprint of the foot to be taken quickly by the shoe for increased comfort. Thus, fewer weeks of having to wear them in would be needed! The Heel inner is suede to increase grip and comfort. Durable and Soft latex cushions covered with sheepskin leather offer a supportive inner and help maintain comfort around the foot’s arches. Anti-slip rubber outer-sole in the signature Simon Carter house Paisley which is ideal for the London weather as rubber provides essential grip and durability as compared to a leather sole. These leather shoes are retailing at S$268 which are great value for money.
(Source: Press release)
Like the sleek designs of this Rad Russel x Simon Carter capsule collection
Glad that I was able to make it in time to meet designer Simon Carter in person for the launch of his Rad Russel x Simon Carter capsule collection
Simon Carter having his shoes shined at the cozy Minster Mint corner
I had the opportunity to have a quick chat with Simon Carter about his designs. He actually designs a lot of menswear clothing (you can check out his website for more of his menswear clothing). We chatted about his interesting cufflinks which make great conversation starters. I spotted some cufflinks with the designs of spiders and westies! Cufflinks and watches are the key accessories for the modern male and can make a great difference to one's overall look. So it's definitely worth it to jazz up one's image with statement cufflinks from Rad Russel x Simon Carter. Honestly, I love those Rad Russel x Simon Carter cufflinks with bling bling crystals! Some of his cufflinks designs can be pretty unisex so ladies can consider wearing some Rad Russel x Simon Carter cufflinks as accessories =)
Interesting Simon Carter spider and bumble bee cufflinks spotted!
These Simon Carter westie cufflinks are super adorable!!
“I’ve worked with the designers at Rad Russel for many years, and I’ve always admired their energy and modern take on shoe designs,” explains Carter. “Therefore it seemed like a natural partnership when they approached me to work on a collaboration design. I bring a touch of Simon Carter detail and style to their expertise to produce a range that is well-made, sharp, and very wearable.”
Check out the range of Rad Russel x Carter Simon capsule collection, featuring shoes, cufflinks, bags, belts and small leather goods
Rad Russel presents 2 main seasonal collections a year, namely the Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter collections, besides their capsule collections. Their products are all designed in Britain before the manufacture of the prototypes in other countries. They take great care in ensuring the consistency of sizings. And ladies who are shoe-lovers will be happy to know that Rad Russel has a ladies shoes line too. They carry mainly ballerina flats and heels for this female line. Me being a shoe fanatic, I'm definitely going to check out their ladies shoes ;p
Love the London themed store display at Rad Russel Flagship boutique at Plaza Singapura
Thanks Rad Russel for these gorgeous cufflinks!
I've paired the Rad Russel x Simon Carter bling bling cufflinks with my Raoul shirt =)
Update:
Thanks Rad Russel for this sweet pink leather bag made of pig skin, which I have received so many compliments...loving it =)
ABOUT RAD RUSSEL:
Rad Russel is a label specifically designed to meet the aspirations of today’s stylish individuals. It reflects a London classic design philosophy that contributes timeless elegance and enduring styles. Web: http://www.radrussel.com
Instagram: @radrussel, #radrussel
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RadRussel
ABOUT SIMON CARTER:
Simon Carter is a menswear retailer based in London that is known especially for their accessories such as cufflinks, watches, jewellery and luggage. They also branched out to feature full range of formal and casual clothing. Founded by a businessman of the same name in 1980s, the Simon Carter label is stocked in most major British departmental outlets. He also has seven stand alone stores in the UK.
Web: http://simoncarter.net
Instagram: @simoncarterltdl, #simoncarter
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimonCarterLtd
