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In the latest instalment of James Bond, Daniel Craig wears a slick charcoal suit in his latest film "No Time To Die". We've modelled our Bond Smart Suit on the latest design.

James Bond is always known for his phenomenal gadgets and impeccable style. We've combined both in our latest Bond Suit available in charcoal or cobalt blue.

The suit comes complete with the latest technology.

• Built in wireless phone charging.
• Built in digital display
• Call & message alerts

As one of Australia's leading men's fashion labels, our designs are innovate. Inspired by the latest Bond film, No time to die, this suit has been meticulously crafted. Being a spy like 007 has always fascinated the masses but being able to access the cool technology has been out of reach for most. We wanted to make technology tailored and affordable for you.  

Whether it's work or pleasure, the unique design including a blade style sleeve is unlike any other design on the market. 

World first smart suit, this item is available now. 

 RavenClan

Bond Smart Suit. 

Smart | Alert | Charge

Don’t go mainstream! Everyone is wearing a suit at your wedding, you want to stand out, not too much, but enough to look like you’re the groom.

Tip 1. Go Boutique, whilst everyone has brought their suit from the 3 most common shops (you know who), you’ve gone for a classy little designer number that’s edgy and different.

Tip 2. Doesn’t have to be bespoke. Although bespoke tailoring makes you feel good, it doesn’t always make you stand out. Too often gents spend a lot of $$$ on a bespoke suit, but when you stand next to your best man in his well-made fitted charcoal suit that was bought online, you actually look identical, the only difference is that he didn’t spend $800 - $1200.

Tip 3. Small intricacies make a big difference. A little difference in the lapel or a little trim on the pockets can help. The designer ‘Blade Sleeve Suit’ has glorious intricacies to make you stand apart. A beautifully designed sleeve that splits down from the elbow to reveal a fused satin sheath. Match it with a bow-tie and suspenders and your suit is on point.

Tip 4. Ensure the suit is fitted. Shoulders, Chest, Waist, Arm length and Pants length, they’re the main ones.You can buy online or off the rack but ensure you have a little tailoring done if the suit requires it.  Check out this size clip for more info.

Tip 5. Be contemporary and edgy. Traditional suiting tended to have wider lapels, longer jacket length and broader fit. Try to stay slick and sophisticated on your big day. You can still ask the boys to wear button style suspenders if you want a little old school class, but do it with style!

Boutique | Unique | Chic

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Please don’t wear a cummerbund! Although some fashionista’s have attempted to bring this item back it should really only be seen on an 80’s teen film in 2018. 

Be edgy, be unique and you can still find ways to stand out from the crowd but in a way that is both urban and current. A stylish bow tie and/or button style suspenders, a little hint of class from the Gatsby era is a good way to go. Your suit jacket is important but you will take it off shortly after entering the dining room when you sit down for your meal, so you still need an accessory to make you stand out as you blaze through the night. 



When you pick a suit, look at the small intricacies that set your suit apart. A slightly different lapel but still keep the width slim, be careful not to look like Tony Montana from Scarface aka mobster boss (before your time). Although ‘Scarface’ is still one of the finest gangster films ever made, you’re not the head of a drug cartel in Southern Florida, so please don't dress like one...have some class man!

You want to look slick and sophisticated but be comfortable in your suit. The designer ‘Blade Sleeve Suit’ has small intricacies to make you stand out. A beautifully designed sleeve that splits down from the elbow to reveal a fused satin sheath. A little matching trim on the chest and waist pockets gives you a little edge to match your shirt and bow-tie. This suit is fitted/tapered with slightly shorter length than traditional suit jackets to create a contemporary style. In a world of sameness be different.  

Boutique | Unique | Chic at RaVenClan

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CAN the clothes we wear have an influence on how we see our ourselves and, how we behave?

Two researchers, Adam Galinksy and Hajo Adam, set out to understand how people might make this connection. Labelling it enclothed cognition, the process explained in its simplest form occurs when a person wears, sees and feels on their skin and also understands the meaning society has given it. When the combination of these factors are present, it is more likely that clothing will influence self-perception and behaviour.  

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WHITE laboratory coats. Generally known as being worn by doctors and scientists, the clothing item was shown to participants. Attentiveness and carefulness were associated with this garment. From this, the researchers predicted that a when a participant wore the coat, they would see an increased performance with attention-related tasks. So what happened?

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EXPERIMENT one found that physically wearing a lab coat increased sustained attention compared to not wearing a lab coat. Next, when described as a doctor’s coat, there was increased sustained attention compared to when described as a painter’s coat. The third experiment showed that when described as a doctor’s lab coat, wearing it increased sustained attention compared to when just seeing or identifying it being worn by a doctor. So what does this mean?

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PHYSICAL experiences such as wearing the clothing, seeing and feeing it on your skin can trigger associated meanings society has given it. Galinsky and Hajo suggested that because of the symbolic meaning, it exerts influence on the way the  wearer thinks and acts.

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RAVENCLAN’s inclusion of Y-back, button style suspenders in its accessories range is in line with fashion’s revival of iconic items from bygone eras. Originating from 18^th Century, suspenders were  designed to hold up men's high-waisted trousers. That trend faded until the 1960’s when, they were reintroduced as a pairing with tight jeans that didn't need any ‘holding up’. This reflecting that the history of suspenders has evolved as a symbol of necessity to personal expression.

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“EXPRESSION of an inner cool” is symbolic of  RaVenClan’s suspenders range. “ I think they’re edgy whether in the professional context or amongst the bohemian poets and writers” says designer Sanesh Prasad. “I feel hipster guys tend to combine amazingly well the beauty of vintage fashion with modern edgy pieces to create a look that extends beyond traditional  fashion boundaries”. With a 3.5 cm width,  the suspenders have been intentionally designed to “take an ordinary shirt/pants outfit and turn it into funky and unique without going over the top” says Prasad.

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WITH the present offerings of deep pink, blue with a white strip  there is also experimenting  underway with a camel/burnt orange colour palette suspender range. It is clear that RaVenClan is dedicated to creating an accessory that when, seen and worn by its’ clients, it synchronises with projecting the  versatile and ‘inner cool’ thinking and mannerisms that  is synonymous with the hipster scene.

Deportment and Style is an art that is becoming forgotten, however at RaVenClan where the dapper gentleman and good manners is still revered, we have created a short session to dedicated to helping teenage boys acquire these crucial skills.  

What we cover:

•                 Introduction and Credentialing yourself
•                 Approaching businesses for employment
•                 What to wear for job interviews
•                 Style and School Formals
•                 How to measure yourself for a suit

In the business world, we know that most first impressions are formulated in the first 7 seconds and tend to be quite stable. Style, clothing, posture, body language etc all contribute to the surprising quick and lasting effect of a person’s first impression.

In a changing world of technology, we are aware of the different methods to try and get your first job. We cover successful methods and what to wear for a job interview.

On the topic of ‘style’ we cover school formals and how to stand out in this important milestone.

Suits are the armour of any dapper gent. We cover the crucial measurements needed to getting a good fit.

Please contact us for more information about the sessions and availability.

You Have 7 Seconds!

By Rashmii Amoah

 7 SECONDS! According to the experts in the business world, that’s how long it takes for someone to form their first impression of you. In that short window of time, a handful of judgments are made about. Are you someone who can be trusted? Are you person who has authority? Are you someone people can get along with? Are you intelligent? Many suggestions have been made about the non verbal actions you can take to make these seven seconds favorable to you. Your fashion style is one of them. Fashion style has been long held as key in how people perceive us. But what about how clothing affects the way we think and how behave towards those same people?

 ENCLOTHED COGNITION is the term coined by the two researchers who studied that very question. Dr Adam Galinsky and Hajo Adam found that the most important cause in this this effect is if we know the meaning our society has attached to item of clothing. Their study found that participants wearing coats assumed belonging to doctors, performed better in tests than did those who thought they were wearing a painter’s coat or those wearing street clothes. So what is a basic explanation of this test? You might say that society has views of doctors as being smarter and pay better attention to others than artists or those who spend their day in casual wear. But make note that the researchers claim that it is only when you wear, see and feel that item of clothing on your body will it influence your thinking process.

 SO how does RaVenClan label consider the enclothed cognition process of its clients?

FREEDOM is symbolized by the Raven which the label takes form in name and logo. Designer, Sanesh Prasad, is clear that his garments are made as a direct response to gentlemen who seek a menswear brand that will highlight their appreciation and association with the Hipster culture. “ We have seen a section of society that is not afraid to meld vintage styling with contemporary pieces” says Prasad. “ I walk down streets throughout the funky parts of Brisbane and Melbourne and see beautiful classic blazers worn with skinny jeans and a funky hat. We see button-style suspender with a T-shirt”. RaVenClan is dedicated to crafting a menswear label focused on  clients who want  garments that allows them to see, feel and be thinking at their best in that first seven seconds.   

Author : Rashmii Amoah

RAVENCLAN ENTERS INFINITY FASHION RUNWAY COMPETITION  TO  CONTRIBUTE TO EDUCATING, EMPOWERING AND ENDING DOMESTIC AND FAMILY VIOLENCE IN AUSTRALIA

INFINITY FASHION RUNWAY, 25 NOVEMBER 2016, INFINITY CENTRE, BRISBANE.  

On the evening of Friday 25 November, RaVenClan made its’ debut runway appearance at the the INFINITY FASHION RUNWAY COMPETITION. Being held at the Infinity Centre in Brisbane, the fashion extravaganza was hosted by Miss India Australia & Miss Global India. Also, scheduled to attend was Australian media personality, Shelley Craft.

Ms Craft is  who is one of the two Patrons of  RizeUp, a community-driven organisation focused on raising awareness and providing tangible resources for adults and children who’ve fled from violent homes.  As well as raising awareness through speaking engagements, RizeUp liaises with specialist domestic and family violence specialist organisations to provide resources to create new homes, and supply provisions for the well being of children and other family members fleeing violent homes.

“We are really excited to be associated with positive community action such as RizeUp as we note the perils of family violence in Australia” said the label’s designer, Sanesh Prasad. “Unfortunately too many families and children grow up witnessing terrible events in their family home”. Prasad is of the view that parents inadequate approach to dealing with ‘anger’ is a contributing factor to the violence and family breakdown. .

After learning about the fashion show through social media, Prasad seized the opportunity. Garments from RaVenClan’s Spring Collection was showcased on a platform that is not only supporting emerging artists, but donating funds to an organisation that targets a social issues the designer is passionate about.

“We want the audience to walk away with the impression of RaVenClan's ability to blur the boundaries of Corporate, Hipster & Urban”. This was Prasad’s vision for the audience when he submitted four  garments required for consideration for the Show. As has been RaVenClan’s message since launch in April 2016, the menswear range seeks “to be the answer for those seeking to express themselves through fashion that is cool but chic”.  

RaVenClan was thrilled to be selected from 80 entries to become one of the 8 finalists. Also, to be involved with such a fantastic event that helped raise funds for the creation of positive impacts for an issue affecting many Australian families and communities.- END

 How to Look Effortlessly Cool

Author : Rashmii Amoah

 Created for the crowd that is not afraid to meld vintage with contemporary, RaVenClan menswear is dedicated to creating classic garments accentuated by a contemporary cut. Our online boutique offers wardrobe staples and accessories for the modern man who appreciates the daily transition from career to leisurely setting that is made with effortless style  and cool.        

Versatility is the flagship of  RaVenClan. The debut Collection includes business shirts, pants, blazers and suspenders. Our balanced colour palette of light and dark tones is purposeful. We know that today’s stylish man strives for professional dress at work. There, the Emerald Green College Blazer is teamed with a business shirt and pants. But at a local lounge, that same blazer may convey understated cool when paired with tailor-ripped jeans and a slim-fit tee.      

Launching in 2016, our Instagram pictures tell of our evolution. It is important to us that customers are with us on the journey as we create beautiful garments designed specifically with them in mind. RaVenClan founder and designer, Sanesh Prasad, has archived the creative process of the Emerald Green College Blazer. 

Choosing a light fabric most suited to Australia’s climate, the versatile jacket is detailed with a camel trim and a crest depicting the label’s logo and a trident. The Raven is synonymous with freedom, the trident a symbol of power. The garment is reminiscent of the classic male rowing fraternities but transcends the individual choices of the modern man. It is a popular choice for customers.

 Based out of Brisbane, RaVenClan’s fabric sourcing and garment production takes place in India. The old world elegance and modern day sophistication of India matched our label’s vision. We are proud that our Collection is ethically produced by a skilled tailoring team who know the art of fusing creative design with beautiful fabric to create unique, versatile and top-end garments that is RaVenClan.

Author : Rashmii Amoah