Matthew Izzo and Raymond Moore
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The inaugural Philadelphia Fashion Week (PFW) will take place on October 8-10, 2009 in the 23rd Street Armory in Philadelphia. The brainchild of CMK Entertainment, PFW is a fully sustainable event that will fuse the best high-end contemporary brands, directional independent designers and street wear labels from Philadelphia and across the globe. This event will feature 15 runway shows to give guests an advance look into what's in style for Spring '10. PFW will also host three student shows featuring the best designs created by students at the Art Institute, Philadelphia University and Moore College of Art & Design. Doors will open each day at 4:00 p.m. and guests 21 and older will enjoy cuisine from local chefs, cocktails and shopping at pop-up boutiques on site. Tickets will go on sale in mid-August at philadelphiafashionweek.org. 
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Cleveland based designers WRATH ARCANE will be featured in Philadelphia Fashion Week '09
WRATH ARCANE is doing everything in its power to help change the current downward spiral of the apparel production industry in the United States. The label is committed to expanding it’s network of like-minded designers, domestic manufacturers, and environmentally conscious fabric mills. WRATH ARCANE holds true to the ideal that what’s behind the label is equally as important as the garment the label is attached to.
WRATH ARCANE is made in USA.
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COMUNE WAS FORMED FROM THE IDEA THAT THERE WILL ALWAYS BE PEOPLE OUT THERE WHO NOT ONLY EMBRACE THE RAWNESS AND IMPERFECTIONS OF EVERY DAY LIFE BUT USE IT TO CREATIVELY PUSH THE BOUNDARIES OF WHAT’S POSSIBLE IN BOARD SPORTS, FASHION, ART, AND MUSIC THEIR OWN WAY, WITH COMPLETE DISREGARD OF THE CONSEQUENCES.
COMUNE'S GOAL IS TO PROVIDE CLOTHING THAT REFLECTS THIS LIFESTYLE OF CAREFREE IDEALISM AND TO SUPPORT THE PEOPLE THAT CHOOSE TO LIVE IT.
Tight fitting denim jacket designed by Braydon Szafranski with hidden snaps at chest pockets, front pleats secured with bartacks and welt pockets at waist worn with the David Twill pant in Dk. Olive and the Andre L/S in Black.
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Summer's Wrath (0)
12:02 PM by , under black, dress shirt, graceful, grotesque, hoodie, Matthew Izzo, wolves, wrath arcane
Wrath Arcane's summer merchandise is in at Matthew Izzo. Let the revolution begin.
Wrath Arcane's mission is to revolutionize the clothing industry, one piece of apparel at a time. They use only domestic manufacturers and environmentally conscious fabric mills. But even if you have little interest in all that is green, Wrath Arcane still has something special to offer.
Check out the detail on the Epaulet Dress Shirt (Top Row right). It features a simple cut, smart grid pattern and small black buttons. Clean cut enough to meet the parents, yet still with enough edge to fit in at your next local revolution/riot ...something to consider for the next World Series.
And if you are looking for something a little different in the hoodie department, check out the skeleton hoodie (Second row to the bottom, left). It's one of those rare pieces of clothing that is interesting, fun and unique without demanding that people notice it and make awkward comments about how "different" it is. Rather the Skeleton Hoodie sticks with an unusual cut, keeps it basic and black and then uses the kind of fabric that you never want to take off. Hello summer evenings.
The two t-shirts in this collection feature graphics by artist Hilary White, a young lady who describes her work as a cross between the "graceful and the grotesque." Indeed, a tree-sprouting-smoking-menorah type-of-graphic is not something you can pick up at the local department store. And a quick note about the other t-shirt, I think wolves have officially become the hot animal of the season - replacing last seasons owls and octopi. Interesting, isn't it, that wolves so easily embody the concept of being both graceful and grotesque.
Add a little revolution to your wardrobe.
Wrath Arcane. Check out now. In the store at 151 North 3rd Street or online at Matthewizzo.com
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KZO spring/summer '09 merchandise is currently on sale at Matthew Izzo.
And preparations are being made for autumn/winter '09, another collection of carefully constructed and thoughtfully designed men's apparel by Joel K. Here are a few images from KZO's Cinematics Journal to get you excited for the adventures that come with cooler weather.
above: merchandise currently on sale at Matthew Izzo
Below: Women's Wear Daily spread featuring fall denim by KZO and other's
Below: KZO mono shredded shirt
Below: KZO's photoshoot for the Autumn/Winter lookbook
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Interview with Wrath Arcane (0)
3:32 PM by , under Concept Vest, first friday, interview, Matthew Izzo, men's fashion, Men's Fashion by Francesco, Sean Bilovecky, wrath arcane
(Michael Anderer and Elizabeth Scudder stand guard over the Wrath Arcane merchandise, Michael looking dangerous in the Wrath Arcane Concept Vest)
The full interview is available at Men's Fashion by Francesco. check it out.
Wrath Arcane apparel and accessories are currently available in-store or at MatthewIzzo.com
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Though you may not have the body of a Parke & Ronen model, Parke & Ronen is still designed for you. The aesthetic is about a simple sort of sensational. So you can look sexy without looking like you're trying too hard to look sexy...summer is so complicated. Check out the exceptional fit and fabrics of Parke & Ronen at Matthew Izzo, or purchase these hot bottoms at MatthewIzzo.com.
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Summer Stroll and Sidewalk Sale (0)
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Old City's second annual stroll and sidewalk sale is happening this weekend, Saturday and Sunday from 11-6pm. Come out and celebrate the slow arrival of spring with us.
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Puma Party (0)
3:08 PM by , under Alexander McQueen, anatomy, couture, Puma, sneakers, streetwear, Style
So it's tough to blend couture and street. But if anyone can do it, it is Alexander McQueen. Joining Puma for three styles of sneakers inspired by human anatomy. It's all ribcages and spines and skeletons and the wonderful unexpectedness of style.
These luxurious styles are available online at MatthewIzzo.com or in-store, but hurry, hot shoes have a way of sneaking out of here.
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After the Civil War a social activist by the name of Julia Ward Howe began working to bring a form of Mother's Day back to the social forefront. Originally her intents were to unite women for peace, but her efforts eventually led to President Woodrow Wilson declaring Mother's Day an official holiday in 1914.
So although your own mother may not be the mother of the gods now is still your chance to take some time and say thank you for all the peace and love and mothering she has poured into your life.
And we are here to help you by offering 15% off jewelry and other select merchandise, say thank you with style and for one day honor your mother for being just that, your mom.
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Revisit Puma at Matthew Izzo (0)
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The Spring Summer 2009 Rudolf Dassler collection takes hints from modern architecture, specifically Utopian architecture and the idea of stripping a building down to its bare structure. The collection builds on angular shapes, optical illusions, reflection and transparency, playing with the notion of a work-in-progress; which is translated into a clash of old and new that cross references on designs going back to a Berlin of the 1920's. The apparel collection features assertive silhouettes and materials rooted in the sport-tradition styles in a tailored and fashionable way as well as mixed print applications.
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Philthy blog stopped by for the First Friday event to see what was happening and tease Hilary White about what they saw in her mini-installation pieces. Check out the video on the Philthy blog.
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We totally heart thrillist.com for featuring us in their weekend guide. Last night was awesome, we had a great turnout and Sean from Wrath Arcane brought lots of goodies for the trunk show. You'll have to come by the store to see it! We're offering 10% off to those who mention the Trillist write up...happy shopping!
Wrath Arcane Trunk Show
6-10pm Friday at Matthew Izzo, 151 N 3rd St, Old City; 215.829.0606
Pop by for comp'd beer & wine and 10% off the new spring line from the menacingly stylish Cleveland label, whose co-founder'll be there to answer questions, like "What does Wrath Arcane mean?", and "Really?".
Mention "Thrillist" for 10% off all purchases Friday and peep the entire spring collection at WrathArcane.com
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Spring Has Arrived With People's Market (0)
6:50 PM by , under casual, new merchandise, People's Market
New merchandise from People's Market has just arrived at Matthew Izzo. People's Market is self-described as,"incorporating what we want to wear and how we live our lives, what influences us and how we influence. As a reaction to our fast pace of daily life, PM focuses on casual ease of wear. Based in the new fashion area of East London, People’s Market brings a sense of Rock n’ Roll to a ready to wear clean feel. Slim, dark and cheeky." People's Market creates the kind of clothing that is attention grabbing without ever being tacky. And it's available in-store or online at MatthewIzzo.com
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