Adam Welch
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Kilbourne's Lewis doesn't let Type 1 diabetes stop him
Each year, an estimated 64,000 people are diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. Around 200,000 people under the age of 20 years old have Type 1 diabetes as well, according to Beyond Type 1. One of those 200,000 is Worthington Kilbourne sophomore hockey player Jack Lewis. Lewis is among a special group – even in pro athletics, the prevalence of diabetes in athletes is reported to be between only 0.73 percent to 1.59 percent.
Film from the Lynchian Dream Time
The intrepid observer of the human carnivore will know that the entirety of our species can be categorized beneath the roofs of three distinct houses: Those who love David Lynch and think they understand his creations but are wrong. Those who hate David Lynch and think they understand his creations but are wrong. Those who have voluntarily viewed "What Did Jack Do?" in its entirety but are afraid to talk about it.
The Fall of Hasselblad? (in America)
As I was sitting in the car last night enjoying my evening bread sandwich and tap water an unexpected message came over the wire. It was my lovely contact at Hasselblad USA. I’ve typed, erased, then retyped their specific job title but given the nature of the world the omission of that bit of information feels more insulating to all involved. Just know this person held a relatively high-level position at the New Jersey Service Center for Hasselblad.
I put my house up for sale today.
I'm not one to massage Medium as a platform for personal stories...not that there's anything wrong with that. I generally prefer to stove up my real emotions until the second Tuesday of every month when, at precisely 2:33AM, I go out to the garage, sit naked in a tub of gasoline, and recite Bukowski poems to a picture of Gertrude Stein while I strike exactly 7 matches. Still, since a day like today would likely be seen as a sentinel event for any normal soul, I might as well act the part.
The Olympus OM-1n is Pure Sex
No less than 18 horrendous lies circulate about my exploits at any given moment. You've likely heard ridiculous tales of me climbing out of the window at the Bell In Hand and that time when I - ALLEDGEDLY - ripped the front gate off the entrance to a National Park to escape false imprisonment. Then you have all those vicious rumors from Ontario. None of these lies bother me. I wear clumsy accusations as a weird badge of honor.
Slow Photography: Good or Bad?
"Slow is smooth, smooth is fast." Jesus, that's a great line. It's not mine but that still is a great line. It's true origin isn't even known for certain, which is surprising since the very phrase seems to ring deep down in the ear. It's one of those perfect strings of words that somehow manages to fit the lock of most any situational door. This bit of ambiguous wisdom tells us that we should calm ourselves, be deliberate, avoid mistakes in whatever we might happen to be trying to accomplish.
Negative Space, Midnight
By Adam Welch, Photographist The back rooms caused the most trouble with their scabbed over shelves and trinkets and dust. All the negatives shot me their bitchy looks like a thousand reminders beating out to some silent rhythm. Each frame a page of a forgotten tome to be sorted and placed into clear condoms based on size. Based on color. Based on time and based on life.
A Camera Named Marcus (photo heavy)
By Adam Welch, Photographist Marcus, my friend, you're long overdue for me to sing the song of your talents. My 4x5 Sancho through many a rotten adventure. The scourge of the Black Mountains. The terror of west Texas. The photographic juggernaut of Tennessee. A drinking companion and make-shift bludgeon throughout the savage streets of New Orleans.
How To Build A Wardrobe That Puts People And The Planet First
How To Build A Wardrobe That Puts People And The Planet First 5 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch | Photography by Ms Virginie Khateeb | Styling by Ms Sophie Hardcastle 28 June 2021 In the mad digital maelstrom that is the 2020s, it’s easy to feel that our lives and decisions are largely mediated by external factors. Arcane algorithms that decide what the news looks like.
33 Ways To Upgrade Your Spring And Summer Wardrobe
33 Ways To Upgrade Your Spring And Summer Wardrobe 7 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch 18 March 2021 A new season and – we can only hope – a new world is now at hand. Who will you see first? Where will you go? How incredible will it be? It might seem churlish to bring up style at this juncture, but, let’s face, it, whatever you end up doing this spring, you can’t do it (all) naked.
The Five Definitive Ways To Tie A Scarf
The Five Definitive Ways To Tie A Scarf 3 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch Two hours ago Photograph by Mr Marc Richardson Chances are, working out how you’re going to tie your scarf this winter will not rank highly on today’s to-do list. But it should. A good, assured scarf knot not only saves you precious microseconds when getting dressed, it’s proof of the fact that style is in the details. It’s also an easy way to establish your own subtle sartorial signature.
Best Of 2020: The Books That Made Us Gasp, Laugh And Sob
Best Of 2020: The Books That Made Us Gasp, Laugh And Sob 4 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch 27 December 2020 Seldom have we had so much time to read as we have had in 2020. But though many entered lockdown with high hopes of making a dent in the “to be read” pile, how many of us succeeded in polishing off Mr Karl Ove Knausgård’s My Struggle? The reality is that it’s been difficult to find the quiet and peace of mind.
How To Get Holiday Style Right (As Much As It’s Possible)
How To Get Holiday Style Right (As Much As It’s Possible) 4 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch | Photography by Ms Carlotta Manaigo | Styling by Ms Sophie Hardcastle 22 November 2018 MR PORTER shows you how to cut a dash this festive season. At what point along the evolutionary chain did we decide that, rather than spending the winter months hibernating in a cave like bears, we would instead do lots of face-to-face business at an endless stream of rictus-grin-filled festive “dos”?
MR PORTER’S Ultimate Guide To Backpacks
MR PORTER’S Ultimate Guide To Backpacks 5 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch 16 August 2020 New York, February, 2016. Photograph by Furkay/BFA/Rex/Shutterstock Backpacks are a playground staple that can fall out of favour once we hit a certain age.
How I Wear It: “Workwear Meets Sportswear”
How I Wear It: “Workwear Meets Sportswear” 6 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch | Photography by Mr Paul Wetherell | Styling by Mr Dan May Four hours ago As style industry backstories go, Mr Dan May’s is somewhat unorthodox. He now works as a fashion director who curates effortless, textured ensembles for the likes of Port Magazine, Man About Town, The Telegraph and brands such as Giorgio Armani, Dunhill, Tommy Hilfiger and MR PORTER, where he is a contributing fashion editor.
The Secret To Success? Defining It On Your Own Terms
The Secret To Success? Defining It On Your Own Terms 8 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch 3 July 2020 Mr Novak Djokovic wins the final of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships, London, July 2018. Photograph by Mr Frank Molter/Alamy A version of this essay appears in our new book, The MR PORTER Guide To A Better A Day. Proceeds from the sale of the book will go to our Health In Mind fund, which supports men’s mental and physical health initiatives.
New And Exclusive: The Best Men’s Sunglasses Of Summer 2020
New And Exclusive: The Best Men’s Sunglasses Of Summer 2020 5 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch | Photography by Mr Leandro Farina | Styling by Mr Charlie Schneider 1 June 2020 Granted, your summer plans may have been commuted from “two weeks on the beach” to “perhaps we could have breakfast in the garden”, but if we can rely on one thing over the next few months, it’s that the sun will come out (well, fingers crossed), and your eyes will need some protection from it.
Fashion: Introducing Our New Podcast - The Details
The MR PORTER Podcast: A Style Obsessive’s Guide To The Finer Details Of Menswear 5 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch Three hours ago If there’s one thing MR PORTER has learnt after almost a decade in the business of style, it’s that the best menswear collections dwell on the details.
Video: Vacheron Constantin Hand-Wound Chronograph
Here at MR PORTER, we’ve spent many virtual column inches extolling the wonder, appeal and historic pedigree of the chronograph watch movement. But we’ve never before focused on the hand-wound variety. Why? Well, because, to be honest, they are not incredibly common in the modern marketplace: most people, after all, tend to prefer the convenience of an automatic watch that winds itself.
Fashion: What To Wear During The Lockdown
Staff Picks: Our Editorial Director’s Lockdown Wardrobe 4 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch Five hours ago There are positives to working from home: you no longer have to squeeze yourself onto a packed train carriage, nor do you have to (in my case) wander dazed around the food court of a west London shopping mall, wondering which debased, overpriced version of which world cuisine you are going to ingest for lunch every day.
Lifestyle: Mr Scott Paton on Cooking
How I Cook: Àclèaf’s Mr Scott Paton 4 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch Eight hours ago Duck terrine, mandarin at Àclèaf, Boringdon Hall. Photograph by Mr Matthew Hawkey, courtesy of Àclèaf Mr Scott Paton is the head chef at Àclèaf restaurant in Boringdon Hall, a five-star hotel and spa in Devon with a history that stretches back to the days of the Domesday Book.
How To Cook Eggs Any Style Like An Expert
How To Cook Eggs Any Style Like An Expert 7 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch 10 November 2016 “Pre-fab sprouts” at Egg Shop, NYC. Photograph by Ms Hannah Schneider, courtesy of Egg Shop Whether you like your eggs in the morning to be poached, scrambled or fried, Egg Shop’s Mr Nick Korbee has a top tip. When it comes to cooking, eggs are generally among the first ingredients you get to grips with, but they can also be the most difficult to master.
Video: How To Work, Rest And Play With Jaeger-LeCoultre
When it comes to watches, we at MR PORTER are often asked the same questions: “What’s the best starter watch?” Or “What are three essential watches every man should own?” Of course, as with many simple questions, the answer is not so straightforward. It all depends on your budget, naturally, but also on your personal taste, style and, most importantly of all, your lifestyle – with a watch, you need to think not just about which model you like, but what you will be doing while you wear it.
Lifestyle: Dress Like A Literary Great
How To Dress Like A Literary Great On World Book Day 3 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch Four hours ago Writers don’t care about such a shallow, inconsequential thing as fashion, do they? They spend all their time holed up in defiantly unglamorous dark rooms that are littered with notes and cuttings, stubbed-out cigarettes and empty wine bottles. It is such detritus, not designer knitwear and suede jackets, that constitutes the physical effluvia of their overflowing genius.
Watches: Before And After IWC Schaffhausen Big Pilot’s Watch
Anyone familiar with the wares of Schaffhausen’s International Watch Company will no doubt recognise the Big Pilot’s watch, a flagship model with a military heritage that stretches back to WWII. Fewer, however, will be intimately aware of the design’s subtle evolution over time or the way in which its original codes – the black dial, the minimal typography, the onion crown – changed the visual direction of watches for ever.
Lifestyle: The New Journal By MR PORTER
The All-New Version Of The Journal Is Here 5 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch Three hours ago There are moments in history when humanity takes a definitive step forward. The invention of the wheel. The first powered flight. The Moon landing. And then there are other moments, moments like this moment right now, in which we at MR PORTER reveal a shiny new redesign of our proprietary editorial platform – as we call such things these days.
Why MoMA’s Mr Donald Judd Exhibition Is A Must-See
For New Yorkers, the artist Mr Donald Judd has long been a neighbourhood fixture. His former home at 101 Spring Street in SoHo has, since his death in 1994, been maintained as it was when he lived there. It is permanently installed not just with his own pared-back sculptural works and furniture, but with those of like-minded artists such as Messrs Dan Flavin and John Chamberlain. The experience of art within space was an important part of Mr Judd’s artistic ideology.
The Men’s Trends To Know For Spring 2020
The Trends Our seasonal guide to what to wear and how, according to the world’s best designer men’s brands Words by Mr Adam Welch, Editorial Director, MR PORTER Photography by Mr Benjamin Vnuk Styling by Ms Otter Hatchett, Junior Fashion Editor, MR PORTER Here we are again: the fast-moving merry-go-round of fashion has swung round once more and its gaily-coloured horses – that is, this season’s new trends – are transfixing us with their mad, glassy eyes. Or something like that.
Why Italian Tailoring Brand Kiton Has The Ultimate Bragging Rights
Video Spot Introducing the Neapolitan suit maker that is as forward-thinking as it is fiercely traditional Words by Mr Adam Welch, Editorial Director, MR PORTER Film by Mr Jacopo Maria Cinti In the space race of quality that is the world of luxury menswear, few brands can claim to soar quite as close to the sun as Neapolitan tailor Kiton.
What To Watch This February: Color Out Of Space
Our current era may be a bit shaky in many departments – ahem, politics and pandemic control – but it does seem to be a rather good time for horror movies. Especially the kind that unite their mortal thrills with aesthetic ones. Continuing the trend this February is Color Out Of Space.
The Best-Dressed Men Of December 2019
On The Town From Tyler, the Creator to Mr Timmy Xu – the men who wore it well last month Words by Mr Adam Welch, Editorial Director, MR PORTER You may have taken a holiday in the past month, but you know who didn’t? Celebrities. No, the fame game is an always-on affair. Much like your recent festive game of Monopoly, it has no clear end in sight.
The Best-Dressed Men At The Golden Globes 2020
Imagine the plight of the actor at Christmas. There it sits, in front of him, a steaming plate of turkey and sprouts. There they are, all around him: little net bags of chocolate coins, giant bowls of tree-shaped crackers, perhaps, if he’s lucky enough to call the United Kingdom his home, a tray of Tesco’s finest tempura prawns.
20 Menswear Essentials For 2020
The Edit Wardrobe staples and future classics to see you through the next year Words by Mr Adam Welch, Editorial Director, MR PORTER, and Mr Ashley Clarke, Deputy Editor, MR PORTER Since time immemorial (well, 2011-ish), we have featured a selection of clothing on MR PORTER that we call collectively The Essentials. The idea is that they represent the building blocks of the modern male wardrobe – garments that are timeless, but also available season in, season out.
Holiday Listening: The New Podcast From Blamo! And MR PORTER
Mr Porter Podcast In this new audio series, Mr Jeremy Kirkland talks to industry greats about this year’s menswear talking points Words by Mr Adam Welch, Editorial Director, MR PORTER Illustrations by Mr Jori Bolton The best gifts are the kind you don’t expect.
Holiday Listening: The New Podcast From Blamo! And MR PORTER
Holiday Listening: The New Podcast From Blamo! And MR PORTER 2 MINUTE READ Words by Mr Adam Welch 19 December 2019 In this new audio series, Mr Jeremy Kirkland talks to industry greats about this year’s menswear talking points. The best gifts are the kind you don’t expect.
Why No One Can Keep Up With Mr Eric Nam
The Look How an ambitious young man from Atlanta became one of Korea’s most loved celebrities. (Hint: it wasn’t easy) Words by Mr Adam Welch, Editorial Director, MR PORTER Photography by Mr Yoonwoo Kim Styling by Ms Otter Hatchett, Junior Fashion Editor, MR PORTER Mr Eric Nam is what you might call a frequent flyer. Indeed, it feels like we might need to invent a new term for the Korean-American singer, songwriter, TV host and businessman, because he seems to be everywhere, all the time.
How To Tie A Necktie: The Ultimate Guide
The Knack MR PORTER shares crucial tips for the fine art of necktie-tying, from mastering the four-in-hand knot to getting your bow tie just so Words by Mr Adam Welch, Editorial Director, MR PORTER Illustration by Mr Joe McKendry Whether you’re a city slicker or a hot-desking digital nomad, it’s unlikely, even in this relatively informal day and age, that you’re going to get through your adult life without wearing a necktie at some point. Why fight it?
The Best-Dressed Men Of October 2019
On The Town From Mr Adam Driver to President Barack Obama, our pick of the men who won at the style game with no costumes in sight Words by Mr Adam Welch, Editorial Director, MR PORTER You may think October is just a month where you prepare an elaborate and Instagram-appropriate Halloween costume. But what if you wore a costume every day of your life? A costume designed not to shock or spook, but to project a sense of confidence, charm, urbanity and creativity?
Launching 2020: The Modern Artisan Collection
We at MR PORTER have always considered craft and artisanship something of a Holy Grail. If a brand or designer can combine this sort of skill, care and attention to detail with an ethos that brings the tradition forward into the contemporary sphere, then it’s very likely that it’s a brand or designer that we have wanted to stock or write about, or both.
How To Choose The Right Gift For Men
The Campaign Too early? Maybe, but here goes – a film showing you four surefire ways to win present giving this Christmas Words by Mr Adam Welch, Editorial Director, MR PORTER Photography by Ms Carlotta Manaigo Film by Jacopo Maria-Cinti, Art Director, MR PORTER Styling by Ms Sophie Hardcastle, Executive Fashion Editor, MR PORTER No matter how many Yuletides we endure, the present-buying process never seems to get any easier. Yet, it’s not actually all that complicated.
In The Pink: Stone Island X MR PORTER
The Exclusive The cult brand’s leader Mr Carlo Rivetti explains how he developed this tight, focused and “voluptuous” (his words) drop of excellent outerwear, just for us Words by Mr Adam Welch, Editorial Director, MR PORTER Photography by Mr Sam Wilson Styling by Ms Sophie Watson, Fashion Coordinator, MR PORTER “I want to make garments that are substantial and relevant to their owners… Everyday pieces representing uniqueness, research, comfort and functionality.” So says Stone Island’s...
The Best-Dressed Men Of August 2019
On The Town From Post Malone to Mr Joaquin Phoenix, this month’s greatest getups – and without a joker among them (well, OK, just the one) Words by Mr Adam Welch, Editorial Director, MR PORTER Feeling sluggish? Yes, we are too. The MR PORTER team’s bodies may be back at work, but our minds are still… not on holiday exactly, but certainly hovering somewhere over the ocean, in flight mode. What could possibly wake us up? Perhaps, a roundup of August’s most eye-catching celebrity outfits?
Last-Minute Packing Essentials For Your Summer Vacation
The Edit The holiday items to order now and sling in your luggage before it’s too late Words by Mr Adam Welch, Editorial Director, MR PORTER Perhaps you’ve been yearning for your annual holiday all year and those wistful feelings have obscured all the practical necessities. Perhaps you’ve hit mid-July, the back spasms and nightmares about paper trays and inboxes have properly set in, and you’ve decided to book an urgent getaway for next weekend.
Eight Relaxed Items For A Wardrobe Refresh
New From Mr P. The latest drop from Mr P.
15 Things To Put In Your Beach Bag
The Edit If you’re fond of sand dunes and salty air, here’s what to take to have fun by the sea Words by Mr Adam Welch, Editorial Director, MR PORTER Ah, you thought you were about to go on holiday, away from the pressures of everyday life, didn’t you?
The New Thing In Menswear? Total, Unabashed Commitment
The Report If you want to make an impression in 2019’s cultural climate, you’re going to have to try a little bit harder From left: Mr Ben Cobb in Milan, 2019. Photograph by Mr Szymon Brzóska/The Style Stalker. Mr Brooklyn Beckham at the Wimbledon Championship men’s final 2019. Photograph by Mr Darren Gerrish/Getty Images. Mr Donald Glover in Los Angeles, July 2019. Photograph by Bauer-Griffin/Getty Images. Anderson .Paak in Los Angeles, July 2019.
The New Thing In Menswear? Total, Unabashed Commitment
The Report If you want to make an impression in 2019’s cultural climate, you’re going to have to try a little bit harder From left: Mr Ben Cobb in Milan, 2019. Photograph by Mr Szymon Brzóska/The Style Stalker. Mr Brooklyn Beckham at the Wimbledon Championship men’s final 2019. Photograph by Mr Darren Gerrish/Getty Images. Mr Donald Glover in Los Angeles, July 2019. Photograph by Bauer-Griffin/Getty Images. Anderson .Paak in Los Angeles, July 2019.
New To Us: Tod’s Menswear
To celebrate its exclusive debut on MR PORTER, we took the luxe line on a roman holiday When we heard that fabled Italian shoe brand, Tod’s, was launching a line of ready-to-wear clothing, MR PORTER’s reaction was similar to when we heard Apple was creating phones. Needless to say, we were not disappointed when we saw this first collection previewed in Milan's Villa Necchi Campiglio last January. Why?
A Glimpse Inside The Berlin Studio Of Tailor Mr Maximilian Mogg
The Exclusive How the Savile Row enthusiast set up one of Europe’s most intriguing sartorial outposts Words by Mr Adam Welch, Editorial Director, MR PORTER Film by Mr Anthony Molina What are the first things that come to mind when you mention Berlin? Loud techno music? Or maybe an enormous apartment in which various high-cheekboned contemporary artists throw around paint and polystyrene?
How Mr Maximilian Mogg Made This Summer’s Most Charming Tuxedo
“I just love the understated elegance of black tie,” says Berlin-based tailor and Savile Row-obsessive Mr Maximilian Mogg. “If I can get more people wearing eveningwear, I’ll be a happy man.” The context for this comment is the launch of his new, exclusive capsule collection for MR PORTER – a range of sophisticated, reservedly flamboyant dinner jackets, trousers and shirting that exemplifies the appeal of Mr Mogg’s 1970s-meets-1920s aesthetic. Shoulders are broad. Lapels are wide.
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