Magzoid Magazine - Luxury Magazine in the Creative Space | October 2023 |
“A drop of ink may make a million think.” Lord Byron In this edition, we explore the diverse realms ink has ventured into, celebrating the artists who have fearlessly embraced its fluidity to craft their unique artistic identities. From the fusion of ink and technology in the digital age to the rich tapestry of ink's historical journey, each story in this issue is a testament to the enduring power of this medium. But we don't just talk about ink. We also talk about other things, like International Coffee Day, when people celebrate coffee, United Nations Day, World Food Day, and World Thrift Day. These days remind us of the special things in life and how important it is to save money. Magzoid Magazine has always strived to ignite your imagination, captivate your focus, and enrich your essence. As you navigate this ocean of ink and creativity, I invite you to embrace the boundless inspiration it offers. Let each page be a testament to the enduring power of human expression and the artistry that connects us across time and space. With ink as our guide, let's go on this wonderful journey where every drawing, every word, and every picture shows how creative people can be.
“A drop of ink may make a million think.”
Lord Byron
In this edition, we explore the diverse realms ink has ventured into, celebrating the artists who have fearlessly embraced its fluidity to craft their unique artistic identities. From the fusion of ink and technology in the digital age to the rich tapestry of ink's historical journey, each story in this issue is a testament to the enduring power of this medium.
But we don't just talk about ink. We also talk about other things, like International Coffee Day, when people celebrate coffee, United Nations Day, World Food Day, and World Thrift Day. These days remind us of the special things in life and how important it is to save money.
Magzoid Magazine has always strived to ignite your imagination, captivate your focus, and enrich your essence. As you navigate this ocean of ink and creativity, I invite you to embrace the boundless inspiration it offers. Let each page be a testament to the enduring power of human expression and the artistry that connects us across time and space.
With ink as our guide, let's go on this wonderful journey where every drawing, every word, and every picture shows how creative people can be.
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UNORTHODOX<br />
The Roots of Neighborhood<br />
Sh<strong>in</strong>suke Takizawa, a passionate motorcycle<br />
enthusiast and musician, found his<br />
early <strong>in</strong>spiration <strong>in</strong> American biker culture<br />
and punk music. His journey <strong>in</strong>to fashion<br />
began through freelanc<strong>in</strong>g as a stylist and<br />
eventually work<strong>in</strong>g for <strong>the</strong> groundbreak<strong>in</strong>g<br />
record label Major Force, where he honed<br />
his design skills.<br />
The Neighborhood Aes<strong>the</strong>tic<br />
Neighborhood’s aes<strong>the</strong>tic is a fusion of<br />
American biker style, v<strong>in</strong>tage <strong>in</strong>fluences,<br />
and a dash of punk rock attitude. Known for<br />
its meticulously crafted distressed denim,<br />
<strong>the</strong> brand has always been about pay<strong>in</strong>g<br />
homage to subcultures. The motto “The Filth<br />
and <strong>the</strong> Fury” adorns white T-shirts, a nod to<br />
<strong>the</strong> punk provocateurs, <strong>the</strong> Sex Pistols.<br />
Evolution and Global Recognition<br />
What sets Neighborhood apart is its ability<br />
to adapt and evolve without los<strong>in</strong>g its identity.<br />
Unlike many brands obsessed with expansion,<br />
Takizawa’s focus is on ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />
a unique style. Neighborhood’s worldwide<br />
recognition grew through a patchwork approach,<br />
draw<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>spiration from personal<br />
experiences, history, and pop culture references.<br />
Neighborhood x MR PORTER: A<br />
Capsule Collection<br />
In <strong>2023</strong>-24, Neighborhood is mak<strong>in</strong>g<br />
waves with its exclusive capsule collection<br />
on MR PORTER, celebrat<strong>in</strong>g subcultures<br />
from near and far. This collection keeps <strong>the</strong><br />
brand’s classic American biker style at its<br />
core. One standout piece is a distressed<br />
denim jacket made from Japanese selvedge<br />
denim, adorned with a skull-and-bones motif<br />
<strong>in</strong> black sat<strong>in</strong> panels.<br />
The collection doesn’t forget its roots,<br />
with T-shirts proudly proclaim<strong>in</strong>g “craft with<br />
pride” and playful graphics featur<strong>in</strong>g skull<br />
and crossbones, swords, and spiderwebs<br />
on tees, retro camp-collar shirts, and bandanas.<br />
It’s a testament to Neighborhood’s<br />
endur<strong>in</strong>g commitment to its subcultural roots<br />
while embrac<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> evolution of streetwear.<br />
Neighborhood’s journey from <strong>the</strong> back<br />
alleys of Harajuku to global recognition is<br />
a testament to <strong>the</strong> brand’s unique blend of<br />
subculture-<strong>in</strong>spired fashion. As <strong>the</strong>y cont<strong>in</strong>ue<br />
to pay homage to <strong>the</strong>ir roots while explor<strong>in</strong>g<br />
new horizons, Neighborhood rema<strong>in</strong>s a<br />
driv<strong>in</strong>g force <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> ever-evolv<strong>in</strong>g world of<br />
streetwear.<br />
88 <strong>October</strong> <strong>2023</strong> www.magzoid.com
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