Pigeon Combine

By: Isabel Dunstan
Date: 26th Apr 07
Product: Clothing
Theft: Theft is likely

What:
Pigeon Combine

Where:
Kids In Berlin, Genki, Crimson Phoenix, Douglas and Hope

Myspace:
here

Melbourne label Pigeon Combine develops a strong sense of narrative in streetwear. The 2007 winter range pays homage to the macabre literature of Edgar Allan Poe. The dapper garments of the ‘Tails of Terror' collection draw on gothic themes and the eternal battle between vampire and man. The sharp designs boast teeth, tails, hoods and a distinct air of Melbourne panache.

Pigeon Combine makes clothing with a bold edge for fashion enthusiasts who prefer locally made goods and don't want their wallets sapped. While this range is limited, it's exactly how Edgar Allan Poe would have liked it. As expressed in his literary theory, art should be created for art's sake with emphasis on aesthetic. In short - quality over quantity.

Keep an eye out for Pigeon Combine's spring collection, which takes inspiration from the online role-playing game World of Warcraft. As Pigeon Combine says, "It's gunna be bulk Gangsta. Expect volume, big hoods and wool. Shit you can ride into battle with." Who said gaming addiction breeds inefficiency?