F&F AW15 Menswear Show

F&F showed a preview of their AW15 collection at the plush Savoy hotel in London.
Menswear returns to retro spanning late 60s to the early 70s.

Fabrics and details are nostalgic with leather biker jackets embossed with a vintage polish.

 Knit jumpers in burnt amber and orange hues add warmth to charcoal tailoring.
Subtle jacquard stripes decorate the sleekest of grey wool suits.

There is both rustic and contemporary revival as oversized scarves bring a frayed edge to clean cut trench coats and smart wool trousers.

Maintaining a slim and sharp silhouette, blazers are reinvigorated with tweed like textures.

Occasionwear sees black dinner jackets in soft velvet worn with jersey t-shirts splashed with artisan prints.

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Opening the show was Paloma Faith:

SUPERDRY AW15 PRESS DAY‏

London’s latest hotspot, The Ham Yard Hotel, received the ultimate Superdry takeover  as the AW15 press evening was hosted in the slick underground bowling alley.

 Guests were treated to chilled champagne, ice-cold Asahi beer and freshly pressed juices as they experienced an exclusive collection preview. Fuelled by a feast of mini sliders, buttermilk chicken and vegetarian burgers, talk turned to the showcase of ultimate winter wearables.

 Fresh for AW15, Superdry’s new pieces are a collective of overarching inspirations, unified through high impact branding and incredible attention to detail.  Mens capsules included Tailoring, Mountain, Military and Classics, showcasing sharply cut sartorial outerwear, retro athleticwear and striking down-filled jackets.

 Superdry’s breadth of offering was highlighted with new additions to both the Rugby and Snow collections, refreshed for AW15.

www.superdry.com

CHRIS EVANS WEARS ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA‏ TO ‘AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON’ PRESS CONFERENCE

(Seoul, KOR – April 17, 2015) – Chris Evans, star of “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” and the upcoming feature films “Avengers: Age of Ultron” and “Captain America: Civil War”, attended the “Avengers: Age of Ultron” press conference at Conrad Seoul on April 17, 2015 in Seoul, South Korea. Chris is wearing a green polo by Ermenegildo Zegna.

Debut eyewear collection from Acne Studios‏

Acne Studios  introduce its first complete eyewear collection, with a focus on colour and shape for both frames and lenses.

Spitfire 

 "We've always made eyewear pieces, but never before a full collection. I wanted to introduce new styles, and refine our previous designs, to create Acne Studios Eyewear. For this first collection, I've drawn on my role models in music as inspiration and reference - it's up to the customer to guess who." - Jonny Johansson, Creative Director.
 The Acne Studios Eyewear collection offers a specific edit for sunglasses. The thick-rimmed new style Library completed the look at the Men's Fall/Winter 2015 presentation.
 Lens treatments and frame shades are crucial to the collection, such as the yellow lens option with gold frame in Spitfire,
Acne Studios Eyewear is available in Acne Studios stores worldwide from  in cities such as Paris, New York, Tokyo and Los Angeles and on http://www.acnestudios.com/eyewear/

Volcom Featured Artist Series presents Dan Eldon - The Journey is the Destination‏

The Volcom featured artist series began humbly, providing a canvas for Volcom riders, creative friends and young visionaries to express themselves.

Over the last 19 years it has grown into the catalyst for dynamic and exciting large-scale projects like comic books, art shows, animations, music collaborations, zines, internet shows and accessories.

The Dan Eldon Collection
 At the age of seven, Dan Eldon moved from London to Nairobi, Kenya which ignited a lifelong fascination with the land and the people of Africa. As a teenager, Dan combined his passion for art, adventure and activism into a personal philosophy that he called, “Safari as a Way of Life”.

 On July 12 1993, Dan, one of the youngest Reuters photojournalists ever, along with three colleagues, was stoned and beaten whilstcovering the tragic conflict in Mogadishu, Somalia. At only 22 years old, Dan Eldon’s safari came to a sudden end. However, he has left behind seventeen black-bound journals filled with drawings, writings and photographs. Through his art, his journey continues.

 This season Volcom celebrate Dan Eldon’s sense of adventure and creative activism, in the latest Featured Artist Series tee collection, providing the journey truly is the destination.
Shop: http://www.volcom.co.uk/men-collections-featured-artists.html

Turnbull & Asser - 130th Anniversary Film - By Royal Appointment‏

Turnbull & Asser’s royal warrant holder Steven Quin discusses the exceptional skills that go into producing the perfect shirt, handmade in England, and how the company’s bespoke shirt-making service has attracted an impressive roster of royal and celebrity clientele.
 

Ralph Lauren Store Arrives In Brazil‏

Ralph Lauren opened its first luxury store in Sao Paulo, Brazil this week.

In a prominent location on the ground floor of the prestigious Cidade Jardim and spanning over 850 square meters of retail space, this new store will feature a premiere assortment of Ralph Lauren’s finest womenswear and menswear collections, together with accessories and leather goods, footwear and Ralph Lauren timepieces.

 The store recalls Brazil’s grand residential ranches while channelling a signature equestrian heritage. Evoking the fine craftsmanship of regional tradition, the store front features archways made of cast stone and white plaster along with two water fountains that flank the grand entrance, creating a loggia rich in decorative detail that helps to reinforce the ease of indoor-outdoor living.

A traditional layout of alternating smaller and larger rooms features reclaimed oak beams, stained concrete floors with oak ties and decorative ceramic tiles, hand-finished plaster walls, a mix of oak and painted white furniture cases, and handcrafted antique vitrines and fixtures. Decorative pendants, hand-woven area rugs, new and antique upholstered furniture and potted palms are combined, highlighting a refined taste.

Drawing attention to the heart of the store, a well-appointed bar will provide a magnificent haven to rest and relax, complimenting the retail experience through unparalleled service, a selection of cocktails and light fare.

 Upon entering the store, the foyer leads to dedicated rooms housing Collection for women on the left and Purple Label for men on the right. A wide selection of beautifully crafted footwear, accessories and eyewear for both men and women appear within separate salons of these areas.

An exclusive cocktail event was hosted on Monday evening by David Lauren and José Auriemo, President of JHSF to celebrate the opening of the new store.

Nacho Figueras and Delfina Blaquier

The event was attended by notable guests including actress Camilla Belle, Polo player Nacho Figueras his wife Delfina Blaquier and model Bruna Tenório. The new store in Sao Paulo extends Ralph Lauren’s efforts to strengthen its presence in the Americas and deliver retail experiences that embody a world of luxury to consumers around the globe.

New in Aquascutum Menswear‏

 The SS15 Menswear Collection from Aquascutum is a light and modern style that remembers the importance of British tailoring and high quality craftsmanship.

Chadwick Jacket

A luxurious combination of wool, silk and linen. Team with a shirt and slacks for a stand out work wear look.  It also makes an appealing first date impression.
Price £450

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Carnaby Suede Jacket 

Bang on trend for SS15, this vintage inspired and a relaxed fit piece is in a bright blue soft supple suede .
Price £900

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Herrick Linen Shirt
Compiled from pure linen, this is the smart off-duty crowd pleaser.
Available in beige or blue
Price £135

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Chino Shorts

Inject sophistication into your summer collection with these chinos.
Perfect for sunny weekends away.
Available in blue, beige or dark green
Fabric: 97% cotton and 3% elastine
Price £125

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Brackenbury Harrington Jacket

The ideal outerwear piece for the transitional weather complete with the classic Aquascutum club check on the lining and under the collar.
Available in red, navy and grey
Price £250

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New Skinny Suit in Monochrome‏ from T.M.Lewin

Joining T.M.Lewin's Skinny Suit Range is the new monochrome Phoenix.
An ideal ‘first suit’ the Phoenix Skinny is crafted from a blend of 50% wool and 50% superior quality Trevira branded polyester and cut to the sleek, modern skinny silhouette that’s a favourite with the fashion conscious.

 A grey/black tonal nail head weave gives the Phoenix Skinny Suit its ultra-modern monochrome look, making it a super-stylish option for any smart occasion this summer, from a stylish wedding reception to an elegant evening out on the town.
 It’s been carefully crafted from a high quality wool/polyester blend that’s durable and holds its shape beautifully - and looks sharpest with a crisp white fitted shirt and black skinny tie.

 The Phoenix Skinny, £149 at selected T.M.Lewin stores nationwide and online www.tmlewin.co.uk

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Price £89 for jacket and £60 for skinny fit trousers.

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maharishi x Rebecca & Mike capture the Political Zeitgeist

Pacifist military design brand Maharishi collaborate with creative brand Rebecca & Mike to create 'Political Zeitgeist' t-shirt

Price £60

Direct link:

http://www.maharishistore.com/product/Brand_MAHARISHIXREBECCAMIKE_3659_159_0_1.html

Turnbull & Asser - The Gown - 130th anniversary film

2015 marks Turnbull & Asser’s 130th anniversary, in honour of this a series of films have been created to illustrate the key products synonymous with the brand.

We've posted the first 4 films:
' The Shirt',

http://mensstyling.blogspot.co.uk/2015/03/turnbull-asser-shirt-130th-anniversary.html

The 'Tie'

http://mensstyling.blogspot.co.uk/2015/03/turnbull-asser-tie-130th-anniversary.html
The 'Suit'

http://mensstyling.blogspot.co.uk/2015/03/turnbull-asser-suit-130th-anniversary.html
The 'Pocket Square'

http://mensstyling.blogspot.co.uk/2015/03/turnbull-asser-pocket-square-130th.html

And now it's the turn of the Dressing Gown
'In a world of mass consumption, Turnbull & Asser's dressing gowns are truly unique, from the exclusive silks that are woven for them to the designs that inspire them’
Turnbull & Asser gowns are in collaboration with http://www.danielhanson.co.uk/

oki-ni and Christopher Raeburn present REMADE‏

oki-ni team up with Christopher Raeburn to create an exclusive short film which provides insight into the innovative designer's REMADE series. These extremely limited-edition items - meticulously re-constructed by hand from vintage military fabrics - have become the focal point for each of the designer's collection, distinguishing Raeburn from his contemporaries as a master of technical design.

Taking SS15's MIG Fighter Suit pieces as an example, the film highlights the remarkable
transformation process that occurs in order for a garment to transition from military surplus stock to runway piece. Shot behind the scenes at Raeburn's London studio, watch as the design team work their magic on the incredible MIG Fighter Jacket.