Albam get together aka The Conference!

Sometimes and definitely more often we should get together. The other Friday the Albam family went for a spot of bowling. Not necessarily the sport of choice for some of our members with the exception of someone who will go unnamed. BUT he seemed to have got back from an intensive high altitude bowling camp as the strickes kept coming a bit too frequently for our teams liking!

It was a great evening followed by (and during) by some merriment and finished off with a little beigel. The next one I believe is a trip back in time to the world of laser quest. It is that or crown green bowls I have heard.

Chambray Hooded Work Jackets & Shorts this weekend

This weekend we are taking delivery of our shorts and the Chambray work jackets which I have to say are looking better than the first mini run we did.

Autumn is on the way!

Now, I know we have just had a mini heatwave in England this last week but here at Albam we are looking forward to the weather changing, the leaves turning and the temperature dropping. It isn't bad though, what it does mean is Autumn/Winter styles, layering, knitwear, great outerwear and more!

On a rather warm day I was witnessing some crafting of our new waxed outerwear. Not today but definitely for Autumn!

John Bachar - Yosemite Legend

A bit more esoteric to the usual posts but for me a legend of the climbing world has passed away, albeit doing what he lived for. John Bachar was a legend of the free climbing world, a guy from the halcyon days of American free climbing. a bit cringe worthy and the "Charlie's Angels" music is better turned off. But he needs a mention.

It's production time again!

It is that time around about now that there is starting to be a lot of activity behind the scenes, new things being made, favourites coming back in new fabrics and the classics being repeated to replace the ones you have worn and worn. There are a few more things to come in for Summer, like our Chambray work jackets and a few simple shorts for when the English summer actually comes! It is also the time for getting out climbing with your mates in the evening which is really the best thing!

The Lounge - the best hair in Soho?

It isn't all about clothes around here, and the hair is certainly an area not to be forgotten. Our friends over at The Lounge in Soho are often popping by the store wanting to sort out our unruly mops. Well there is likely to be a team trip over to 26 Peter Street to have a little cut and blow or a bit of curl taming. If you are thinking about a little spruce up then give them a call and get yourself in a chair.

Apartamento Magazine - Now in store

We are slowly getting a few more magazines into stock at our store and last Friday we got Apartamento.

This is an interiors magazine with a difference. It is based on everyday life, but shot in a way that is anything but. Achievable, well designed, just people doing their thing and getting on with it. This is a real piece that isn't about the size of your wallet or about finding an obscure cabinetmaker who will not come to England.

Issue 02 and 03 are in store and will be going online shortly.

David Mellor Workshop and store.

Bank holiday weekends are for getting out of the city. We nipped up to the Peak District for the day for a spot of climbing and stopped at the David Mellor workshop and store to get a few choice bits and pieces for the kitchen!

Sadly David Mellor passed away recently but his legacy lives on in the form of a thriving brand of cutlery and homewares and design object ranging from the traffic light, to bollards and post boxes. For anyone who wonders what to do with a weekend, this should be on the list. Then head out into the Burbage valley for a spot of bouldering or just a walk along the tops.

NAVY CAGOULES ARE ONLINE

Right, if you have been looking for a few days this is the time. Navy are online as are a few khaki.

This is all the navy that we will get so get in straight away. There is a small top up of khaki and green are to follow.

The email is going out when EB gets in but just be quick! click this link:

http://www.albamclothing.com/product.aspx?productid=98

Cagoules being collected today!

For those of you who have been waiting, we are due to collect some cagoules today. I am not sure what colours will be ready until I get there but they are due in. Tonight when we get back to London I will post up what we have collected. Keep your eyes peeled on the blog and your email for the notification.

Just so you know we open at midday if you call up and we can't take any preorders.