Wednesday, 28 October 2009

40% SALE IN STORE NOW

We're making space for new stock coming soon, so we're having a massive 40% off sale, running through this weekend till Sunday. Come in to the store quick to grab some fantastic deals!

Tuesday, 27 October 2009

A SNEAK PEAK. COME JOIN THE REVOLUTION.



Saturday, 24 October 2009

ABOVE in Store Now!

"above aims to produce classic, wearable shapes that have the foundations of a well cut pattern. The collections always center around the basic wardrobe (shirt, shift dress, cardigan) but are re-imagined from a structural point of view."

Introducing up-and-coming Melbourne label above, a collaboration between two of the original members of all of the above. Their pieces often feature interesting elements in structure and function that makes it intrinsically unique but still extremely wearable; minimalist without being boring, architectural without being pretentious. They have also been featured recently in an editorial in coveted fashion magazine Harper's Bazaar.

Select pieces from S/S 09 in store now! Detailed entries to come soon.

FEIYUE SHOES vs SHAOLIN MONKS


This is a picture of an actual Shaolin monk wearing Feiyue shoes, not for the sake of a Feiyue ad, but just cos they're legit.

In store now. Get yours and jump over trees today.

Wednesday, 21 October 2009

ELIAS REIGN as Featured on The Cool Hunter

Elias Reign, one of our most popular labels at the Papillon store has recently been featured on The Cool Hunter, one of the internet's best design and culture website. This same tee and many other pieces from the label are available in store now!

Tuesday, 20 October 2009

Rene Magritte we salute you





was a Belgian surrealist artist. He became well known for a number of witty and thought-provoking images. His intended goal for his work was to challenge observers' preconditioned perceptions of reality and force viewers to become hypersensitive to their surroundings.

Thursday, 15 October 2009

FEIYUE SHOES In Store Now. Mens and Womens sizes available.





Feiyue Shoes

Feiyue Shoes ('flying forward' in Chinese) is a label steeped in tradition but now established as a cult brand for sneaker fetishists. They were founded in the 1920s in Shanghai and became popular in the 30s as Chinese martial arts footwear. Coupled with their recent refining of quality standards in construction and materials after being picked up by a French company for distribution into the Western world, Feiyue has all the heritage and function to make it as much of a reliable new favourite as Converse, Vans or Spring Court sneakers.

The shoes are flexible and light, and while traditionally used for martial arts (which makes it all the more awesome), the updated French version we have works excellent as everyday sneakers due to its streamlined classic design, vintage/retro feel, and comfortable nature. Get them to replace your beat up canvas sneakers this spring/summer without having the same old brands that everyone else has.

Available in low-tops for men ($99) and hi-tops for women ($120) in store now. Limited quantities, so come down quick!

Tuesday, 13 October 2009

ROBERT GELLER

NYC Creative: Robert Geller, Fashion Designer: Lumix GH1 720/60p from Mike Kobal on Vimeo.

Robert Geller is a New York-based designer from the now-defunct but forever-legendary label Cloak (with Alexandre Plokhov). He started his eponymous menswear line for Fall/Winter 2007 to critical acclaim, and received the GQ/CDFA Best New Menswear Designer Award this February, a testament to his outstanding work in the field of current mens fashion.

What does this have to do with Papillon? Check back soon!

LIMEDROP Jersey Dinner Jacket


Limedrop - Jersey Dinner Jacket
From Melbourne favourites Limedrop comes this unisex semi-formal jacket, combining a classic looks with some interesting proportions. Features slightly cropped sleeves, a longer body length, one button configuration, two front welt pockets and a comfortable lightweight jersey material. Easily styled for casual occasions with shorts or chinos as shown or for slightly dressier functions with a twist of the signature Limedrop quirk.

100% cotton. Available in black and grey.

$295