Benji’s a denim legend, and his store EnCompass in The Tannery is a go-to streetwear destination, but be warned: you’re bound to leave with an obsession for a killer brand you’d never heard of before.

The season’s look for men is light wash slim taper denim paired with casual waistcoats and blazers. Fedoras and cheese cutters are back in. The colours for the season are mustard, off white, khaki, gold, and deep green.

This year, women are wearing a wider cropped leg, ankle flares and straighter silhouettes, and greens and mustards are really popular.

A lot of our brands cross over from men to women, like Nobody, Native Youth, Federation, Maison Scotch, Religion, Garcia, G-Star RAW, Scotch & Soda, Diesel, LTB, and Nudie.

Some items that have me excited are the engineered overalls/jumpsuit by G-Star, raffia chino by Scotch & Soda, Nobody high waisted loose flare, Diesel Fayza boyfriend jean, and G-Star Powel mens footwear.

There are a few things flying out of our accessories department, like TID watches from Sweden, Kaibosh eyewear, vegetable tan leather belts and wallets.

My simple fashion tip is to make sure your jeans fit well.

In Christchurch, everyone should have a black skinny jean – high-waisted for women and slim tapered for men, with a good blazer.

Sustainability-wise, last year Nudie Jeans launched ‘Rebirth’, a post-consumer recycled collection.

At EnCompass, people can expect to be taken care of. They will get expert service with exceptional fitting skills.

Anything can work in the fashion world if it’s done properly.

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