Since its founding in 1971, Rockport has had a simple philosophy: “Engineer comfortable shoes using the latest in advanced technologies”. Fast-forward 40 years and Rockport leads the pack in making style comfortable for modern professionals around the world.

Rockport’s endless endeavour to push the boundaries of footwear technology sees the label creating some of the world’s most sought-after styles. Renowned for their comfort and practicality whilst never sacrificing an inch of style, their latest offering doesn’t disappoint.

Last weekend I visited the Design Junction at The Sorting Offices in Central London, a big exhibition of the latest and hottest designers and designs that are on the precipice of setting the world ablaze. One brand I came across, and have fallen head over heels for, was Cherchbi — a British born and bred leather goods and accessories company founded by Adam Atkinson.

Miko Spinelli’s collection of ornate bomber jackets can be viewed as wearable works of art that will inject a vibrant flair into any wardrobe.

The iconic bomber jacket style is given a contemporary rework by the designer, resulting in an eclectic mix of inspiration drawn from around the world. Although each piece features signature bomber detailing – like the ribbed-cotton stand collar, cuffs and hem – these jackets are imbued with unabashed colour, intricate jacquard detailing and the label’s signature logo zip pull.

The Regale Jacket

Now under the guidance of the 5th generation of the founding family, Tusting still seeks to create high quality British products that defy transient fashions.

Founded in 1875, with roots firmly grounded in the English leather and shoe trades, Tusting has been tanning, grading and trading the world’s finest leathers for over 130 years.

Taking fashion’s most basic of staples, the t-shirt, Marcelo Burlon creates a blank canvas on which he paints his expressionist views of self-determination as a revolutionary tool.

UK designer Mark Thomas Taylor joins forces with MTV’s Staying Alive Foundation to create a new line; ‘In This Together’, in the fight against AIDS.

In a new rejuvenated bid to create a wave of awareness about HIV/AIDS, Mark Thomas Taylor’s new line of t-shirts, vests and accessories seeks to spark an open discussion about the world’s most taboo pandemic.