It's a little bit scary when I come across a label and then don't freaking remember that I actually wrote about it. Yes, the blog is THAT old that posts circa 2006 are slowly being erased from my memory. However, it is good to know that SINCE I wrote about Inside Out, a British design duo who use trompe d'oeil effects to superimpose garment textures, detailing and features onto jersey, have gone on to gaining two good online stockists in the form of Aloha Rag and Creatures of Comfort.
It was quite literally a duh-brain moment as I surfed Creatures of Comfort and said 'Oooh...that lace camisole printed t-shirt is really cool....' and then Googline 'Inside Out' only to find my own post staring back at me.... doh doh doh! Anyway, there's not too much more information online other than they're clearly active and stocking these e-boutiques with trompe d'oeil t-shirts, vests and dresses with Fair Isle, sequins, lace slip/camisoles and leather jacket prints. I basically want them all in my bid to accumulate as many trompe d'oeil pieces as possible and also because these look like the relaxed-but-cool tops that would be needed to balance out REAL Fair Isle-ed/sequinned/lacey/leathered skirts or trousers I'm wearing dwonstairs...
unknowingly googling your own blog - that's when you know you've hit the bigtime!
i must say some of these are probably the most realistic trompe d'oeil i've ever seen. quite amazing.
Posted by: kirsty lee | 27 May 2008 at 10:36
I really like the deconstructed waistcoat print on the top right and the Fair Isle effects.
On a totally different note, the ALEXANDER WANG gear is available now from www.uniqlo.co.uk in advance of it's appearance in the shops.
I have just made my purchases and thought I'd let you know there is 20% off all purchases if you enter the following code at checkout: 20promotion (There's another deal offering free delivery on orders over £50 but skip this as you can only use one code at a time and 20% off a £50 purchase beats free delivery). Happy Shopping!Natmonster
Posted by: Natmonster | 27 May 2008 at 10:43
oooooh, i looove those pieces!
Posted by: la principessa emicrania | 27 May 2008 at 11:32
I'm loving these printed t-shirts/dresses. I think the open jackets and waitcoats work best, as the printed knits etc look a little too much like the real thing (although that could be the point!) A male friend of mine was actually waering a similar thing on sunday evening, but stupidly I didn't ask where he got his from! Do you know if they do a mens range?
Shame about the Clinton Lotter show Susie...if his collection didn't look good on the catwalk it doesn't fill me with confidence. A talented photographer perhaps? Cx
Posted by: Carl Starling | 27 May 2008 at 11:51
interesting concept
Posted by: candid cool | 27 May 2008 at 12:41
I love how realistic the jackets and waistcoats look... they are not perfectly aligned so it looks like it has movement.. Brilliant!
Posted by: Christina DeSmet | 27 May 2008 at 15:34
These are so cool to look at- I love the camisole-printed top and dress too!
Posted by: Drusilla | 27 May 2008 at 15:35
That's a funny story—finding your own post on this company.
I see why you wrote about them, the stuff is great.
Posted by: enc | 27 May 2008 at 15:49
ha, funny! nice validation of your taste, yes?
love the fair isle, dresses, and tanks.
Posted by: fashionherald | 27 May 2008 at 16:44
I love the motorcycle jacket one!
Do you know if this label is available in stores or just online?
Posted by: ali | 27 May 2008 at 16:57
very interesting designs. Glad you wrote it again....
Posted by: savvy gal | 27 May 2008 at 18:12
What a great concept! That Fair Isle sweater vibe is suddenly chic when turned inside-out!
Posted by: Cupcakes and Cashmere | 27 May 2008 at 18:57
I first saw their stuff in the gift shop at the V&A when the Surrealism exhibit was there...I have the one in the upper right corner.
Posted by: WendyB | 28 May 2008 at 01:05
my my my. I've been in love with this label for a while now! I think it's so neat how the way they print things and they look so realistic with the wrinkles and folds. Just way too expensive.
Posted by: Gloria | 28 May 2008 at 22:24
Oh man, these are so cool. I totally need to have that long sleeve/leather jacket thingamajig in my closet.
Posted by: Laia | 31 May 2008 at 01:46
it is a cool idea. i wouldn't mind having the leather jacket one. if anything would be a great conversation piece :)
Posted by: kitty | 09 June 2008 at 20:46
saw these in Colette !in Paris...went back to buy one of the shirt, t-shirts , and they had sold out. I spoke to someone in the shop , who had also asked about them . I managed to get a
website address that is apparently opening
in November and will be selling the complete range online - www.projectshowroomno5.com
I can,t wait!(I,ve tried it but nothing comes up as yet ???)
Posted by: clarice | 24 October 2008 at 15:09
just been on insideout new site
www. projectshowroomno5.com they have some cool printed tees and scarves, the only thing is i can't make a choice, i just want it all!
Check it out! its really worth a look!
Posted by: joseph | 20 January 2009 at 11:48