Here at StandOut, we’re extremely excited to announce the arrival of our Gola bags… in vintage…

That’s right, vintage. Not only do we stock a huge range of Gola bags, in the most funky and retro colours, but we now have three fantastically antiquated and perfectly matured antique Gola bags.

With that superb back-to-school look, Gola bags help to bring out the youth in all of us. Gola is one of Britain’s oldest sporting brands and offered in two superb ranges, Gola Classics and Gola Sport, this vintage sporting brand really brings us back to the oldschool times, with oldschool tunes and retro fashion. Whether it’s nostalgia or flair, practicality or just utter good taste, Gola bags are a portal to an era of the groovier kind.

With no real answer of where the GOLA name is actually derived from, some of us can only speculate that with its sporting background, the word is a simple anagram of the word ‘goal’. As this still remains a mystery to us all, Gola bags are a fashionable choice for the enigmatic male who loves a bit of mystery in his life. And any man who loves to look funky, loves Gola bags. Why? Because turning function into fashion is easy; carrying a spare pair of trainers and a can of deodorant can be a trendy odd job. So here at StandOut, we are proud to stock a vast collection of Gola bags, and now including the fantastic the range…

Shop online today and find the Gola Redford Vintage Dispatch bag in three different designs.

Things are hotting up here at the Stand Out HQ. We think we’re actually going to get into some training for one of those wonderful charity running races that everyone but us seem to enter every year. Don’t call us lazy though! We’ve been burning the midnight oil rather than rubber and spending all our time making sure we’ve built up the best ever collection of men’s clothes for you to enjoy browsing through. But of course that’s left us with very little time to get into training for anything other than making cup after cup of very strong coffee.

We’re particularly attracted to the shorter distance runs. We wouldn’t want to wear out our new converse low profile trainers just after we’ve managed to get hold of some of the best styles and colours that are out there. And you can only get hold of them from Stand Out today!

We think the Converse Low Profiles might be a little on the precious side to actually wear them to run a 5K dash for a charity, plus if we need to actually train for this marathon I wouldn’t want to cover the gorgeous bright colours and white rubber with mud too soon. Anyway the very thought of getting up early every morning for a training job round the park is already making me feel like staying in front of the TV with a beer. Maybe we’ll think about the marathon idea again next year instead, after all you shouldn’t rush these things, should you?

To get your hands on a pair of classic Converse Low Profile Shoes visit the Stand Out online shop today! We’ve got the lot in stock right now just for you to order online in comfort from your home.

Going to college can be a life-changing experience for many of us. It’s that first foray into the middle ground between daily enforced school and living with your parents, to suddenly having your own digs and venturing away from the school friends. You’ve journeyed up through secondary school all the way from nursery and finding new friends from different parts of the country, or even different countries. For everyone at least it can start a little daunting, unless of course you’ve chosen to stay close to home, and have several of your existing mates accompanying you into new territory. Anyway, what I’m really trying to say is that very first day of college can really hit home the old saying that first impressions do count so your choice of outfit can really make or break your initial experience of the start of a brand new term.

The Franklin and Marshall designs may show a worship of American college culture but is actually Italian. It takes on the classic vintage college look from the States, specifically Pennsylvania where its college namesake exists today. If you’re looking for some vintage American, classic clothes that are new and reminiscent of cheer leaders and American football then take a look at the collection of Franklin and Marshall t-shirts, polos, and hoodies that we have on Stand Out today.

Junk de Luxe clothes don’t take themselves too seriously and that’s fine by me. Although it’s a good question really because what do comedians wear? Is there a particular dress code for comedians when they perform on stage, or even when they’re off duty (so to speak). Do comedian’s have stylists much the same as WAGS or bog standard celebs? Do they actually, (shock, horror!) choose their OWN clothes? Does anyone know? If you do then email me with the answers on a postcard to… never mind I can speculate instead.

If comedians did have their own particular uniform, so that they can recognise each other as a comedy genius in the middle of a crowded street I think the Junk de Luxe collection of designer clothes would hit just the right note. Junk de Luxe is smart, but fun, relaxed and colourful. They’ll certainly help you get noticed and look great under the spotlight. The only trouble would be how to choose a Junk de Luxe outfit for your first TV appearance on Never Mind the Buzzcocks. Whatever you choose Simon Amstell is bound to make fun out of you so you may as well give him some fuel with style.

To order your own set of Junk de Luxe clothes take a look at the great range we have online right now.

Uncompromised, individual, non-conformist and distinctive are a few words that sums up what the mens Duck and Cover clothing collection offers. A thin border between smart and casual with a strong choice of denim, the clothes are individual with an extra twist. The new 2010 summer collection includes the Duck and Cover Maximo T-Shirt which sports a crew neck, front appliqué in a rich twilight blue. It’s an ideal choice for casual work outfit or an all year round top to enjoy wearing casually or down the pub. You are sure to impress with mens Duck and Cover clothing. Even the standard polo shirt has been given the Duck and Cover treatment. With a bright and in-your-face shade of violet, the Trance polo shirt sports shoulder epaulettes and a single chest pocket, but it’s the collar that stands out as a completely over the top style for a normally staid polo. Trimmed in bright nearly fluorescent green the thin white and violet stripes of the collar set this Duck and Cover polo shirt apart from the crowd.

If you want to own a pair of jeans that are contemporary but timeless in appearance then take a look at the mens Duck and Cover Gold Low Loose Jeans. With five pockets, including a button reverse pocket, these jeans just scream non-conformity and quality. The attention to detail and design of the waist and belt keep the Duck and Cover brand at the fore front of men’s fashionable clothes.

Take a browse around Stand Out’s Duck and Cover collection online today. Don’t miss out on some fantastic offers so get your credit card at the ready to take advantage of some fabulous discounts online.

Taking the men are useless excuse even further, then making them wear it too!

This French Connection t shirt design idea will either make your girlfriend laugh her head off, or thump you soundly, either way I think you’ll end up washing your own t shirt, socks, pants and everything else by yourself for the rest of the relationship (or the rest of your life) if you intend to marry her. This cute French Connection T Shirt has its own washing instructions plastered over the front of the chest and then, under a dotted line the word “or” then the words “Give it to your girlfriend” in large capital letters underneath. Personally if it was given to me by my boyfriend, I’d throw it straight back at him, I mean, how hard can it be to wash a t shirt correctly? Especially when it has its very own instructions printed on the front in standard symbol form, as well as written out in long hand. But the part that’d make me furious is are the words “It’s her job” at the bottom, although they have made that text a lot smaller, probably to avoid compensation claims from injured boyfriends.

Unless your boyfriend is a complete numbskull, when it comes to laundry day, washing a t shirt should be a cinch, although I noticed that it doesn’t include how to operate the actual washing machine. That’ll stump him if nothing else does!

On the other hand it’s a great t shirt to buy as a present too. Check out the great designs available on Standout.Net today!

Ok, so you’ve got your new smart Converse High Top trainers out of the box and they are sparklingly pristine. In fact they’re almost too pretty to wear and risk getting muddy but not to worry your white canvas trainers are easy to keep clean at home without even buying any fancy new polishing products.

Cream cleaners such as CIF can be used to buff up the bright whiteness of your shoes. Some people even just chuck them into the washing machine on a low temperature cycle. You might want to place your trainers inside a pillow case to make sure that none of the attachments on the boots get stuck in your washer and break it as they’re spun round and round. And remember to remove the laces. Laces can be washed separately or you risk losing them in the edges of the washing cylinder. Sometimes the inner soles are made of unwashable materials so it might be a good idea to take those out prior to a washing machine spin too.

Other options for keeping your trainers as white as bright could be:

• Delicate use of bleach (very delicate)
• A stiff brush to remove caked on mud (but be gentle with it)
• White shoe paint (as used for tennis shoes)

For a fantastic choice of Converse High Top trainers take a look at the huge range we have on offer here at Stand Out.net.

Did you know that Franklin and Marshall make flip flops? Well they do! And they look great! With the recognisable stamp of Franklin and Marshall you know your feet will be comfortably clothed on the beach this year.

Did you know that flip flops are unique foot wear and have several disguises, they are called thongs, pluggers, toesies or jangals depending on which country you’re in. Basically, flip flops are different from sandals because they secure to your feet via a single strap that grips between your toes. Your ankles stay free from straps and fastenings, which means that when you walk wearing flip flops, the heel section flops and flips on the ground with every step.

Some people wear flip flops in doors all year round but others simply buy a new pair every summer for their holiday abroad. Flip flops are perfect foot wear for the beach because they’re usually made of rubber and so you can paddle in the sea without ruining them. They’re also easy to clean and small and light to pack.

Get yourself noticed on the sand this summer and get yourself a pair of Franklin and Marshall flip flops. Order them online now from Stand Out.net!

Have you seen the fantastic summer trilby hats that Junk De Luxe has designed just for you this summer? They’re so smart you’ll be the talk of the town as you saunter through the high street. They’re not only good looking they’ll keep your head cool all day long. Made of straw and available in natural or black, they sport a bright black and orange trim for that extra detail. Rest assured that admirers of unusual and smart hats will want to stop you in your tracks to enquire where you bought your hat so make sure your mention that it’s only available from StandOut!

We’ve not just got Junk De Luxe trilby hats in stock this season, how about taking a look at some of our fabulous cardigans, t-shirts, shorts, knits and chinos? From the latest twisted hem hooded cardigans to brightly coloured polo shirts with unique trimming and pockets, we have something for anyone looking for a new wardrobe this summer.  If you’re a fan of exceptional quality and fun but functional fashions, then Junk De Luxe clothing is for you!

Stand out from the crowd and order your summer hats, shorts, shirts or jumpers from an amazing choice of Junk de Luxe clothes take a look at the fantastic range we have on offer here at Stand Out.net.

Retro looking Gola bags and trainers could have a wacky makeover as the brand steps into the crazy world of Japanese-inspired art!

Gola has always been a little bit on the wacky side. Don’t believe me? One of their product slogans is ‘In case of nuclear attack’ – I wouldn’t say that they were inside-the-box thinkers judging by that! Nope, they’re not holding back on innovation, and without consciously playing on the name of our website, their Gola bags really stand out!

Apparently, the brand could be even more ‘out there’ than we thought. Teaming up with the crazy, quirky and creative minds of the Japanese-inspired Tado, Gola bags and trainers could start to look even more vivid.

Tado has been influenced by Japanese creativity and their zest for all things bright and colourful! The funky yet modest Leicester-born Gola bags that we all know and love will soon be adopting an extra splash of colour and some cutesy little characters, created by the nutty left-brainers at Tado. With a strong tie to the makers of Hello Kitty, you may imagine Tado’s offices to be set in the skyscraper jungle of Tokyo, Japan. But Tado’s front bods, Mike and Katie, are just a couple of hardworking, graphic-designing, illustrating, animating, toy-designing Sheffieldians.

So maybe it’s not “Konnichiwa”, but “Ep up duck!”

However you want to say it, we’re on the ball at Stand-Out. So keep checking in on our Gola bags section for the latest designs.