Based in Melbourne, Australia, Balmores (pronounced Bell•moh•ress) was founded in 2008 with the vision of producing versatile streetwear for the vibrant local and international street culture community. Reflecting their vision and serving the Hip Hop, Streetportation and Creative Arts market, Balmores aim to represent our brand through its customers; the people. Diversity is what inspires them to do what they do, and Balmores would like to thank you for the support that you have provided them.
Balmores is turning up the heat this season, as we welcome their latest offering… Cue the new hoodies, the Balmores Honeycomb and the Balmores Elements. Printed on thicker, warmer, more durable hoodies, we argue that quality and creativity make an unbeatable combination. And if the thought of that hasn’t warmed you up already, we introduce the new range of Balmores knitted headwear. Put on an Icon and keep insulated.
Pick up the Winter 2012 range, all available right now at the Balmores Online Store. See you on the streets! The fastest, easiest and most convenient way to get your Balmores fix is to pay a visit to the Online Store where you’ll find the latest gear on offer from the convenience of your home, office or street! Visit here.
Melbourne born creative style collides with raw-Russian blood coursing through the veins of each piece of Broken Lock jewellery; a true representation of our physical emotions and cultural influences brought to life through precious and premium materials.
Each piece is a unique connection between artist and wearer. Crafted, carved and sculpted; matte, oxidised, bright or polished silver and brass, worn with pride. We are inspired by the way music constantly dances on the line of art and influence; and the natural sub cultures which impact our lives so profoundly. Broken Lock is a metaphor; a daily reminder that you can do anything you want to. No door is locked, and if it is, you have the ability to break it; the ability to take what is yours.
Broken: ruptured; divided into parts violently. Lock: any device for stopping the motion of a mechanism
The Message Collection – Available now at Broken Lock
‘Given; it is a treasure to wear as a reflection of the moment on which it is received, for we do not remember days, only moments.’
Based in Melbourne, Australia, Balmores (pronounced Bell•moh•ress) was founded in 2008 with the vision of producing versatile streetwear for the vibrant local and international street culture community. Reflecting our vision and serving the Hip Hop, streetportation and creative arts market, we aim to represent our brand through its customers; the people.
Values of the Balmores Brand: Authenticity Proudly standing by all they do, Balmores aims to produce fresh, original designs as they carve up printed street wear with real edge. Noticing the current flood of endless similar product and lack of creative streetwear over-saturating the market, Balmores is not content to settle with the ‘that’s a nice spin’ or ‘it’s good enough’ frame of mind which seems prevalent across the market in general. Balmores will produce creative, evocative art in the form of clothing for their customers and anybody who sees their message.
Local Balmores aim to keep everything they do at Balmores on a local level. To the label it means that all design, printing and production of Balmores is conducted locally where possible. They also strive to maintain active relationships with all of their contacts; by working with people they know and trust, building a mutual, fruitful relationship and keeping the local economy active. The aim is to replicate this idea wherever Balmores goes. People over profits.
Exclusivity Exclusivity to Balmores doesn’t mean being expensive and out of reach; rather they see it more as a mark of uniqueness. All of the clothing is produced in controlled numbers and they only reprint designs for a certain period of time. This keeps the clothing limited and in essence, exclusive. When you buy a Balmores design, the feeling should be that of coming into an exclusive group of like minded individuals with a common love for street culture and fashion.
Respect A core tenet of Balmores is respect. Respect of one another, community and the world. The Balmores community is built around celebration of diversity and mutual appreciation of creativity.
Independence Balmores has never been and has no plans to become a large corporation to achieve large scale mainstream success. They remain locally funded and Balmores will always remain independent.
Hustle Balmores may have been conceived in relaxed Australia, known worldwide as the ‘lucky country’, but they have always worked with a hustle mentality. Formed out of nothing but an idea, and determined to create something big, positive and powerful, Balmores aims to be a leader in the street culture and wider world. As one of their favourite street poets once said, ‘Sleep is the cousin of death.’
