The New Order, Vol.36 – Closer

Founded in 2009 by James Oliver, best known for his involvement in launching and developing SLAMXHYPE, a groundbreaking online resource for street culture – At the helm of  The New Order the aim and vision is to progress the evolution and commentary on subculture by drawing on a mantra formulated around a dedication to advancement and originality = True modernism. Within his role as publisher and editorial director for the magazine, James has brought together a host of renowned contributors from all over the globe, while himself being based in Tokyo and working with an established and committed creative team in the Tokyo metropolis.

In this issue:

Japanese leather connoisseurs HENDER SCHEME are currently discreetly celebrating 15 years as a brand, making for perfect timing to create an extensive piece on the label. Featuring two covers, one photographed by Jake Michaels in Los Angeles and the other featuring the designer and founder Ryo Kashiwazaki photographed by Taro mizutani.

GINO IANNUCI, photographed by Jerry Buttles with great distinction makes for a strong cover feature. Having influenced generations with his ability on a skateboard with his distinctive style and form.

English magician BILLY MENEZES is making a lot of noise currently all for the right reasons and adds to the roster of distinctive covers. Photographed by good friend and talented photographer Finley Flint in a variety of locations and

Featured content in this issue:

Amongst the stand out editorials in this issue we have photographed and interviewed former professional footballers Ryan Babel and David Bellion with them both discussing post football and fashion. There is also a really interesting think piece on break dancer Izaak Brandt as well as a look at the work of Japanese artist Kazumi Maruoka. Contribution by Cali Dewitt with a very compelling photo essay shot in the back street of Shinjuku in Tokyo captures the attention. In addition we take a look at the current collections of ES.1 and Liberaiders. Capping of some notable content is a focus on Aoi Industryand its stand out item, a hoodie embroidered with 1,000,000 threads and a look inside the amazing Essential Store in Osaka, Japan.