There are lookbooks which capture clothing well and there are lookbooks which create beautiful imagery. This is one of the rare ones that does both. New York based InAisce provides the clothes f0r these dreamy,Ā fantastical photos by Xi Sinsong. The Lord of the Rings-esque landscapes compliment the drapey monochromatic looks in a. Definetly a welcome reprieve from the typical brand visuals.
Philip Lim’s Spring/Summer collection was inspired by the mixing of Japanese andĀ BrazilianĀ culture in the nations capital Rio de Janiero. In particular these looks reference the marital arts subculture that exists in the country; a fighting style whereĀ capoeira mixes with karate. Ā As Mr.Lim has done in recent seasons, he brings elegance to sportswear in this Spring/Summer … Read more
Director Alexander Basile presents this cinematic take on the Spring/Summer 2013 collection from Carhartt WIP (Work in Progress). Shot in Calabria, Naples and Bari the video uses the decaying architecture of 1960-90s as the backdrop for the collection.The story told through visuals revolves around the idea that strong friendship is needed to survive in a … Read more
SENSE presents this preview of spring/summer 2013 COMME des GARCONS Junya Watanabe Man and eYe collections. From first glance the color palette is full of light warm weather pastels and khakis. The shirting comes in an assortment of stripes, patterns and floral prints that are sure to be popular. As expected Junya collaborated with an … Read more
Undercover Spring/Summer 2013 Men’s Collection
We present the latest Undercover Spring/Summer 2013 collection; a follow up to Pyscho Color which is in stores now. Jun Takahashi continues themes from theĀ PsychoĀ Color and Open Strings collections combining elements of streetwear, dandyism and technical wear. Since the Spring/Summer 2012 collection, Jun has continued experimenting with aĀ variedĀ color palette and this collection contains a bright array of oranges, greens, olives, andĀ purples. The styling in this collection must be commended for mixing these colors effortlessly down to little details such as the buttons and socks. Some of the pieces seem like all too familiar riffs on men’s basics but there are definite standouts: the olive cape, the burgundy suit the all white looks, and the electric blue knit blazer. Look for more coverage on Third Looks as more images leak and the product begins to arrive in shops early next year.
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Va$htie Kola Luar Zepol Spring/Summer 2013: El Bosque Lo’ Que In the middle of the glamor and glitz of the production that is New York Fashion Week Raul Lopez held a public display for his spring/collection of Luar Zepol. Models assembled in the Lower East Side off Broome street clad in space-age googles, mesh-hoodies, military-esque … Read more
American fashion is often a slave to the overarching ideas of sale-ability and wearability. During a fashion week where many designers are attempting to stay relevant through trend-happy clothing Thom Browne continues to build upon the universe that he has long dreamt of living in. Mr.Browne claims the inspiration for the collection was the work … Read more
Alexander Wang’s SS13 had all the markings of a huge NYFW production : top-shelf models, front-row celebrities and a show finale that literally glowed in the dark. Third Looks was on hand to give you a glimpse of the backstage madness. More photos from the show can be seen on VFILES Photography by Rocky Li
In his short interview clip Luisa via Roma speaks with Rick Owens on the inspirations behind his Spring/Summer 2013 men’s collection.
The Gamme Bleu collaboration between Thom Browne and Moncler has been one of the most consistent capsule collections in menswear. Although I am more partial to the Fall/Winter collections, Thom Browne can never be faulted on his immaculate runway presentations. The SS13 iteration of Gamme Bleu is inspired by naval uniforms and traditions.