Either Steve Erkel’s legend presided over the proceedings of the spring shows in New York or tis the season to be suspended since braces were out in full force. Notwithstanding […]
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Cummerbunds Turn Practical
Hark, men’s fashion is exuding a renewed optimism, with jarring silhouettes and inspired tailoring shaking up tradition. The cummerbund is a case in point. When Stuckey & Murray reinvented the […]
Read MoreCarolyn Massey strikes the perfect balance for AW09
Menswear is such a tricky area to get right. If you stick to the basics you’ll be branded as boring. But if you go creative then you’ll only attract a […]
Read MoreLabel Whore Redefined: 88-Keys’ Love for Polo Ralph Lauren
There’s one thing to be a label whore in that your love for high-end brand names is far-reaching and shows no real particular bias. Then there’s 88-Keys. This record producer, […]
Read MoreCome Winter, Come Summer, Rock A Perforated Number!
For a minute, last summer, I was firmly convinced that an upheaval in Thom Browne’s sockless trend was on the cards. The Sartorialist and Face Hunter had spotted a few […]
Read MoreCathy Horyn’s Synopsis of The Men’s Shows
“The way I see it is that all the men’s designers have to prove to the consumers that they need these clothes. There must be a compelling reason, if your […]
Read MoreStyle Fix: A round up
VMAN makes waves with some fairly formal swim suits – [Refinery 29] More pictures from Kanye’s sneaker range with Louis Vuitton [Fashion Indie] Gareth Pugh slated for Dior Homme? [The […]
Read MoreKanye’s Boon of Advice: Gay Men Can Dress!
Even though he has the proclaimed ego the size of the equator, you can’t knock Kanye’s nuggets of wisdom, as far-fetched as they sometimes may seem. His latest commentary on fashionable […]
Read MoreOzwald Boateng on why style matters
Did you happen to catch Ozwald Boateng’s documentary – “Why style matters”, at the weekend? If not click Savile Row.
Read MoreSale alert: Up to 60% off Marc by Marc Jacobs Men
For some time, the Marc by Marc Jacobs man has always hung in the shadows of the line’s female aesthetic. But Mr. Jacobs restored accord with this season’s SS09 show. […]
Read MoreA time and place for the Wellington boot
John Legend may have eschewed all levels of style etiquette by venturing out with a suit complete with Wellingtons, but please don’t let his missteps lead you to cast a […]
Read MoreLock him up: John Legend commits a fashion crime
Two fashion no no’s – mankini’s and crocs, and preferably not worn together. However it looks like we have another fashion faux pas to add to the list. Boots worn […]
Read MorePointless Fashion Gets Even Better: Smoking Mittens!
Fashion and functionality continue to scale newer and zanier heights. First, a bullet proof pocket square (I’m as bewildered as you are) and now a winter mitt that permits smokers […]
Read MoreRodarte on Men Being The Perfect Muse
“I don’t make men’s clothes, but I would have been really into dressing Winston Churchill. He’s really interesting, and he’s the founding member of this Sherlock Holmes fan club called […]
Read MoreBecome a Rebellious Dandy with GQ Rules!
I did GQ Rules last year and I threw out all my suits and a sizeable chunk of my dress shirts. Yes, that’s how metamorphic the tutelage was. In a […]
Read MoreLeather trousers for men: Very right…or very wrong?
If you’re brave enough to take the trend head on then here are some top tips…
Read MoreCheck This New Trend Out!
It seems as though designers have found inspiration from the Scottish highlands this season as runways at the Autumn/Winter 2008 shows saw the return of the check.
Read MoreRogan Service Belt Calls for a Slim Silhouette
Vogue Homme Japan Revisted!
Vis-à-vis the Vogue Homme Japan cover critique, it seems as though we stepped on a few toes and egos in the process. However, the cover that was made public a […]
Read MoreNY Fashion Week: Men’s SS09 Previews and Inspirations
from left to right, Thom Browne, Michael Bastian and Gilded Age SS09 preview If you’re as enthusiastic about New York Fashion Week as I am, I’m sure a week prior […]
Read MoreThe Polo is back…
Ok, so winter may be on its way and it’s a fact we are all well aware of. Talk of summer holiday destinations no longer dominates office lunch breaks, coats […]
Read MoreCarolyn Massey for Topman AW08
Seasoned from the success of her SS08 diffusion line at Topman,
Read MoreD&G Dolce & Gabbana High Top Sneakers
With the ever increasingly popular high-top sneakers, Dolce & Gabbana’s multi-coloured metallic high-top suede kicks are the epitomy of style and comfort!
Read MoreUnder The Radar: The Male Supermodel
From the 1960s onwards, the “supermodel” was given birth to. The likes of Twiggy, Naomi, Iman, Claudia and Kate are just a few names that barreled down fashion runways and […]
Read MoreVogue Homme Japan Falls Flat
It looks as if the bug for bad covers that’s plaguing US Vogue has trickled on over to Vogue Homme Japan. Shot by Hedi Slimane and directed by Nicola Formichetti, […]
Read MoreTopman Wants You!
Do you fancy yourself as a model? Well, Topman is on the hunt for fresh faces aged 16 – 24, to star on their site.
Read MoreLook Out For: Comme des Garçons For H&M
What: Commes Des Garçons designs capsule collection for H&M Why: A strong collection with playful polka dot patterns being juxtaposed against a rather grungy, matted looking model. Cardigans and blazers […]
Read MoreBePositve’s Autumn/Winter 08 Collection: Sporty and Sophisticated
BePositve, the new shoe brand from renowned Italian footwear outfit, Slam Jam have released their autumn/winter 08 collection which is in stores now. The aesthetic is classic meets athletic (thus […]
Read MoreAlexander McQueen is All for Sandals and Socks. Are You?
As the age-old fashion faux-pas of wearing socks with sandals sauntered down the runway of Alexander McQueen’s men’s SS09 show, US Vogue came out with their “Ageless” issue to celebrate […]
Read MoreDesign Your Own Keds!
It’s been a good while since I last slipped into a pair of Keds (the athletic Pro-Keds line to be exact), but the time away has not changed my endearment […]
Read MoreFashionable or Impractical? Skateboard and Gladiator Sandal All In One
Welcome Home Calvin Klein!
Phenomenal news for New York Fashion Week just came in the form of the Calvin Klein Man returning to the February event. Calvin Klein’s men’s show has been a usual […]
Read MoreMenswear Acessories Get a Face Lift For AW08
Fashion connoisseur Tim Blanks summed up Prada’s a/w 2008 menswear show with: “male vulnerability wrapped up in a shirt.” I’m not one to deny my adoration for Prada’s mind and […]
Read MoreGQ Style Guy Speaks on Flip-Flops
“But seriously, folks, flip-flops are for the beach or maybe washing the car or spaniel. They are not the next big thing. They are the last sad thing on the […]
Read MoreSean John Delivers A Droopy Underwear Campaign
As the photos from Sean John’s AW08 underwear campaign came to light, it’s quite evident that P. Diddy didn’t take any cues from the success of Armani’s underwear ad campaign. […]
Read MoreTo Wax or Not To Wax? Jay-Z and P. Diddy Have Answers to the Question
I’ve loved and supported the many decisions both P. Diddy and Jay-Z have made in their respective careers as musicians, entertainers, and business moguls, but the buck stops here! Word […]
Read MorePetra Ecclestone’s in Pole Position
The name Ecclestone has long been synonymous with the motor racing world with its glamour, style and opulence. Today it’s becoming a well-talked about name in the fashion industry as […]
Read MoreThe Plot Thickens: Ankle Socks Spotted in Sweden
Just the other day, I reported on the ankle sock and lace-ups trend that sprouted over the course of the spring/summer men’s shows in Milan and Paris. Yes, ankle socks […]
Read MoreOdd Pairing: The Male Athlete & Fashion
Not to say that I’m shocked (yes, I’m an ex-professional soccer player), but from the looks of the current climate in fashion, we men need to start eyeing our fellow […]
Read MoreBattle of the Bow Ties: Andre 3000 vs Alber Elbaz
There is a margin of frivolity when dealing with bow ties. When done correctly the traditionally formal pieces can redefine the level of casual dressing sanctioned in streetwear. Battles in […]
Read MoreH&M Realizes Men Dig Fashion
H&M is a let down for the fashion-oriented man. Literally, two levels of the Chinatown H&M in Washington DC are chock full of womenswear while a few men’s jackets, a […]
Read MoreThe Evolution Of Burberry
Like many other iconic fashion houses Burberry Prorsum has its signatures pieces. For Louis Vuitton it’s the eloping “L” and “V” and for Chanel it’s the luxurious incorporation of tweed […]
Read MoreThe Gladiator Mandal
Bernard Wilhelm Spring 2009 When the gladiator sandal sashayed down Chanel’s resort 2007 collection, a new mania was heralded. But with all this hype, fanfare and brouhaha over women and […]
Read MoreDavid Beckham for Emporio Armani Underwear: The Ladies Love Him, Will Men?
David Beckham’s unveiling as the global face of Emporio Armani underwear last November came with a great deal of jibber jabber surrounding his true intentions in hopping across the pond. […]
Read MoreSockless Summers Just Got a Face Lift
I’m among those legions of men that have refused to catch on to going sockless for the summer. Whether wearing one’s pant leg rolled up or hemming some slim-cut khakis […]
Read MoreRunway: Dior Homme Spring 2009
If there’s one thing that cannot be denied of the Dior Homme spring 2009 collection, it is the effective use of popping colours. The electric blues, fuchsias and metallic gold […]
Read MoreMen Find Comfort in Pockets Too!
When pocket dresses first came on the scene, I was a tad envious of the comfort thrown the way of women. This slight bit of detail added to the ever […]
Read MoreTrends: Loose-Weave Knits for Men
Remember when bulky and dowdy-chic knitwear was in? Well flashback to the A/W07 men’s collections from D&G, Dries Van Noten, and Prada and big, fluffy knits were the rave for […]
Read MoreJay-Z Shines At Glastonbury
So this has got to be the most anticipated performance of the year. The moment Jay-Z was confirmed as an act at Glastonbury he faced criticism..and…he silenced his critics. His […]
Read MoreGucci Designs Exclusive Collection For The Olympics
Joining in the spirit of the Olympics, Gucci has released photos of their “8-8-08 Limited Edition” which is completely dedicated to sports. The collection, created by Frida – Gucci’s creative […]
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