Tag: Mens Fashion

Matthew Miller – A/W17

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A wonderful jacket, I love those zips with the oversize leather pullers and exposed tape, really nice detail. Note the cuff and hem of the jacket and the way the elastic is channelled into the hem and not overlocked on as a separate piece. It’s all about texture. The roll neck jumper in that brick red compliments the grey of the jacket beautifully. You can’t see much of the tops that are layered underneath, you can only see the different lengths. I love scarfs and this one is gorgeous, I can’t resist that digital print.

Autumn and Winter is all about layering and this outfit is done so well. I really love that short sleeve sweatshirt, the oversized length yet the fit is snug and close to the body. The roll neck jumper with those skinny arms is lovely and works so well. The cut of those skinny trousers adds to the clearness of this outfit.

A wonderful criss cross texture on the hoodie. The detail we are starting to see in a few collections this season is that thicker ribbon used as the ties in the hood, extra long to really exaggerate the detail. The jumper underneath sits longer then the top to add to the layers. Simple slim trousers to compliment the whole look.

What an incredible jacquard overcoat, simply beautiful almost looks like a print. Again that brick red roll neck adds that pop of colour that just lifts the outfit to the. Extra level. Simple slim trousers as before.

The textured overcoats keep on coming and another great example in this outfit. Before we talk about the coat let’s just mention the sweatshirt roll neck combination, we saw it earlier in the show but it’s such a great look adding the overcoat completes a great outfit. The overcoat itself, 3 button single breasted and the cut is snug, it fits close to the body and adds great structure.

A stunning leather biker jacket finished with wool lining. The zips have got those extra long leather pullers which are a lovely detail. What really works well is the layering in this outfit. I like that the leather jacket is worn over an overcoat, the difference in lengths give an interesting look. Then you have a longline sweatshirt which again adds to visual aesthetics of this outfit. Beautiful.

Matthew Miller A/W17 – A wonderful collection, incredibly limited in its colour pallet but that it’s a negative by any means. The colour that has been added to the black and grey compliments the outfits so well. I love that brick red which adds another layer of sophistication. Well thought out combinations of layers, visually interesting with the lengths of jackets, overcoats and sweatshirts. This collection is a complete wardrobe for a man of taste, sophistication and simplicity. Stunning.

http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/fall-2017-menswear/matthew-miller/slideshow/collection

Katie Eary – A/W 17

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A fantastic outfit, love that amazing 70’s print on the shirt. Lovely white piping on the edge of the shawl collar. The trousers have a lovely waffle texture to them, wonderfully cut slim. The jacket is the real hero, again the texture is fantastic, collarless which helps to style the shirt, last but not least that slate grey colour. The contrast works amazingly well.

What a stunning leather jacket. The wool lining is fantastic, I love the detail of the seams showing on the outside of the jacket, beautiful brown colouring. Oversized orange printed shirt underneath and stylish slim black trousers.

The shawl collar, a great detail used throughout this collection. Another gorgeous 70’s inspired print. I really like the piping on the edge of the shirt jacket, fantastic. Simple slim black trousers.

A really interesting crop jumper with a choker style neck. The tight rib knit gives great structure and holds the crop shape well. The wide boat neck would have been enough but the choker neck which has been so popular in womenswear over the last few years has transitioned into menswear. You can’t really see the shirt that well the colours used are no doubt awesome. The trousers incorporate a printed and elasticated waistband. Very cool.

A really lovely raglan sleeve T-shirt. This season we are really seeing more use of the raglan sleeve. The sleeve itself has a great shape and drape to it, I love it. Note the crop length. Oh and we can’t miss our the chameleon print, the orange compliments the purple so well.

Another great crop knitted jumper. Beautiful graduated colouring. The keyhole neckline is interesting. Again you can’t really see the detail to that shirt which is a real shame. Simple slim black trousers.

Katie Eary A/W 17 – A wonderful collection, 70’s inspired prints which are just gorgeous. I love the orange colouring which permeates this collection. The most wonderful contrast is the slate grey although the purple is another star. The whole collection has a great use of texture. The wool lining on the sleek leather, the tight rib knit, the smooth silk which holds the vibrant prints so well. I’m a real fan of wearing colour and this collection shows you how to wear colour without fear, just gorgeous.

http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/fall-2017-menswear/katie-eary/slideshow/collection

Christopher Ræburn – A/W 17

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A fantastic ultra modern jacket. The jacket has been cut into asymmetric panels. Lots of industrial strength Velcro. I especially like the triple straps on the hem and also on the hood, lovely detail. I love those puffer shorts they are really fantastic, worn on top of some great skinny jeans, my favourite styling with those extra big turn ups. Let’s not forget the colouring, the khaki is soft and light and the grey is earthy like dark clay, wonderful combination.

This outfit is all about texture. You have your normal plain sweatshirt loopback, then a textured waffle and last if all that brushed fleece. The sweet pants, the hoodie with the double sleeve detail and the scarf all put together with random panels. Keeping it all tonal just adds another layer. Love it.

An interesting reworking of the bomber jacket, the cut outs are total random and organic in shape. The tee underneath in the sky blue seems to be made of a nylon waterproof fabric, translucent, finished with a grey rib. The tee underneath that is a simple printed white tee. Black jeans, note the double turn up which is a nice detail.

Camouflage is my all time favourite print, my wardrobe is full. The real trick is the ability to do something different with the print…. Christopher Ræburn does not disappoint, his camo is made up of different panels cut into camo shapes. The placement is interesting with most of the panels concentrated near the top of each garment. The styles themselves are your classic sweatshirt and track bottoms conbos.

More of that same Camo but this time in a zipped sweatshirt. Really loving those colours as week. The base colour is black but not your true black, missed with Navy and two different khaki’s. The bottoms are as before with the panelled tracksuit bottoms. Mixed fabrics, the waffle, plain and brushed fleece. I like the slanted zip pockets.

I love love love this beautiful wool duffle coat. Those panels stitched on top to give it that Camo look are fantastic, those colours just gorgeous especially the luminous green, which compliments the grey and navy so well. The stark contrast with the super clean white is lovely.

I love knitwear and this chunky knit is just gorgeous. Again it’s full of texture, lots of panels placed in a very geometric design. It’s those colours, the greys and that lush luminous green, a fantastic combination. The black jeans as before.

Another great jacket, biker style in wool, patches of grey, navy and luminous green, Camo in design, beautiful. The hoodie underneath is a tonal patchwork of fabrics, plain sweatshirt, waffle and that brushed fleece. The white bottoms again just to give it that little bit extra for contrast.

Oversize is here to stay in Menswear. Fantastic oversized cardigan, same lush patchwork of knits in the same lunch colours as before. This time with the added accessory of an oversize scarf. Simple,black jeans and the lovely detail of that luminous green used to lace up those boots. Gorgeous.

More of that tonal patchwork with the panels in plain, waffle me brushed fleece. I like this light grey it’s a great base colour. The jacket is a quilted nylon jacket, the darker slate grey really works well. Black jeans as before with the double turn up detail.

Christopher Ræburn A/W 17 – a wonderful collection. So full of texture, I love the brushed fleece, mixed with the waffle fabric. Then there is the Nylons and Poly fabrics all used to create outfits that would easily be used for the great outdoors. I love the industrial Velcro fastenings, very cool. My favourite detail in those show is the amazing reworking of the Camo print, especially the colours used and that beautiful combination of Grey, Navy and Luminous green. This collection is full of fantastic ideas and detail and should be a great inspiration to the high street.

http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/fall-2017-menswear/christopher-raeburn/slideshow/collection

Carven – SS17

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Colour-blocking used to great effect in this outfit. A beautiful pastel shaded button down collar shirt. Pastel tee underneath. Note the shirt is styled with one side tucked in. The shorts are well tailored and long in length, classic Seesucker stripe but with the pink colouring. I love that texture.

A wonderful knitted jumper, I really like that zip detail to the seam of the raglan sleeve. I love the colours used in the stripes and that gorgeous teal used as a base. The pink Seersucker stripe used as before on the shirt, again note only one side of the shirt hanging out. The trousers have an interesting detail of a stripe panel used on the top left hand side.

A better look at those trousers now. Beautiful deep blue in colour. The stripe panels on the top edge looks fantastic, I like how the panel goes into the front pockets a really lovely detail. The stripes carry on in various forms on the jumper. Keeping the colour palette simple works to great effect.

A cross breed, a real shirt jacket. Such a beautiful lightweight jacket, I love the orange colour and the blue rib with the stripes. The shirt underneath adds to the double collars which actually looks really cool. Again the shirt with one side tucked into the shorts. The shorts themselves have a wonderful texture to them, they have a single pleat to them to help the shape of the wider hem which is finished turned up.

A classic slim line single breasted two button suit. Lovely soft tailoring. Another version of the colour block shirt as before. The yellow and sky blue is a great combination.

Fantastic knitted top with buttonless placket and collars, really beautiful colouring with that deep purple contrasted with the fuchsia. The shorts with that longline length have a wonderful texture with a very subtle line print.

A wonderful printed anorak, note the drawstring to the waist which is a lovely detail. The shirt again styled as before with one side tucked in and the other side out, also has a very subtle print to it. Simple one pleat cropped trouser.

The prints are becoming a little more vivid, a classic sweatshirt with a very artist floral watercolour print. Matched with those lovely Seersucker stripe tailored shorts.

The bomber jacket, we’ve seen this fabric before. Beautiful texture and a subtle print. Note the rib to the neck has been placed so that the line of the centre front is unbroken, a really lovely touch. The Seersucker trousers are black on the front panels and blue on the back panels.

Colour blocking is a great way to add a pop of colour to any garment. I love this jumper and the lime green panel looks fantastic. The double shorts, the first one underneath can’t really be seen except for a little bit of the print and the lime green drawstring. The shorts on top has a great textured and well tailored. There is a matching jacket but it’s worn tied around the body and can’t really be seen.

A really wonderful outfit, the tonal greys and then that gorgeous lime green. Again great use of a subtle print on the coat, look carefully and you can just make out some sort of animal print.

Carven SS17 – a wonderful collection, simple shapes, beautiful tailoring. I love the knitwear, the textures really make the difference. The prints are artist and are subtle, I especially love the the floral print on the sweatshirt. What really stands out in this collection has to be the colours. The black, navy, greys are all good base colours but the pop of colours, the fuchsia, the lime green, the lilac, red and orange all come together in a delightful mix that I adore.

http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2017-menswear/carven

Salvatore Ferragamo – SS17

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A beautifully cut suit, very sharpe tailoring yet done with a relaxed styling. I like the patch pockets with those peaked flaps such a lovely detail. The trousers slim and then the styling of the double wrapped belt adds that edge. Simple vertical stripped tee, note the binding on the neck and the way the stripe changes direction. The stone colour of the suit fantastic and works so well with the khaki stripe.

Summer knitwear, done so well. The deep V neck in that wider rib looks lovely. The relaxed dropped shoulder gives a great shape as the fabric has wonderful drape quality to it. The trousers have a touch of the utility about them, wonderfully tailored with the wider leg and then that pocket that sits on the waist, very cool.

The Safari suit, a very well put together outfit. The utility look coming through stronger on this one. The suit itself has the classic four patch pockets again the peaks on the flaps are a lonely touch as is the belt around the waist. The shirt and tie lift it as both are printed and then to finish it off we have that rucksack. I love this look.

The grandad collar shirt, a trend that’s showing well this season. The deep placket is a love;y detail as is the loop fastening for the top button. Not the turned up sleeves for styling. The trousers are very well tailored and have that carrot cut shape to them, again great use of the double belt.

 

Simply gorgeous deep V neck jumper, just look at those large collars and how they sit so back and across the shoulders such a wonderful shape. The deep V is perfect to show off that matching patterned shirt and tie combo. The colouring is perfect, that wonderful deep blue complimented with the khaki. I love this outfit.

Such a lovely reworking of the jumpsuit. Stunning tailoring and cut, take note of that fly front that shorts at the collars, wonderful detail. Again the use of the doulble belt and matched with that awesome leather biker jacket. Styled with the sleeves pulled up. The khaki is such a fantastic colour, this is a jacket that I really want, I love it.

The simplicity of an outfit like this makes it so special. The deep V which is a theme in this collection is just that bit wider around the neck and the badge detail is a lovely touch. Utility pants done in that wonderful silver grey fabric, tailoring meets the outdoorsman. 

A favourite in my own wardrobe, the shirt jacket, sloughs this one has been styled with the tuck in, a styling theme used throughout all the shows this season. A wonderful conversational print, love the patch pocket. 

Classic Harrington jacket shape. I love the clean lines, the embroidery is a nice move along from the badges we have been seeing over the last few seasons. Note the double puller zipper on the jacket. A wonderful colour combo of that stone contrasted with the deep navy blue.

 

The Navy single breasted suit a staple in any mans wardrobe. The navy colour of this suit has a wonderful true colour about it, some Navy suits are so dark that they almost look Black which defeats the object of wearing Navy. Note the peaked pocket flaps a beautiful detail. Simple khaki vest underneath and a reworking of the neckachief with the scarf worn untied and draped around the neck, very cool.

Up to this point the whole collection has been tailored but this outfit moves in slightly more casual vain. This longline knitted vest is beautiful, the khaki stripe base is very cool and then those flashes of colour placed randomly across the rest of the vest. Love it.

For me the standout knitted piece of this collection. Ultra deep V and done so well with that contrast stripe rib. I love the use of the different shades of colour that make up,this outfit. The trousers have a touch of the sportsluxe as the are made up in jersey, styled with the legs pulled up,to the knee. A fantastic outfit.

I really love the shape of these jersey trousers, the slim line and you can tell that the fabric has a wonderful weight to it just by how it holds itself to the models legs, really fantastic. The navy contrasted with that beautiful yellow, a wonderful utility jacket with lots of pockets and straps, oversized in fit just adds to the overall balance to the outfit. 

I had to add another Navy single breasted suit, it’s a personal favourite of mine.  And I Leo love the styling, with a simple navy tee shirt underneath and I also love the sleeves being pulled up. A gorgeous look.

Salvatore Ferragamo SS17 – As you may of expected Italian tailoring done to perfection. I have to say the cut of each tailored outfit has been excellently done, the shapes, the way the fabric drapes just look stunning and the easy of it actually betrays how good you have to be to get these things right, it’s a real art. The styling is wonderful, I love the double belts, the rolled up sleeves and the scarf around the neck of that suit. A very simple colour palette with a base of Navy, love the tones of khaki, a bright yellow, stones and silver greys. This simply is beautiful collection and worth your time and effort to look through.

http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2017-menswear/salvatore-ferragamo

Massimo Piombo -SS17

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The Kurta style Indian shirt with a classic grandad collar in that wonderful turmeric orange is gorgeous. I would have loved to have seen more of that embroidered waistcoat again a renal classic look in Indian style. The navy blue is a simple and easy choice to match to compliment this outfit.


Another Kurta style shirt and waistcoat but this time with the full trouser in the most vibrant turquoise blue. This time paired with a classic double breasted blazer, styled with the buttons undone as to not lose out on the embroidery on the waistcoat.


The Kurta shirt this time done using a very rustic cotton in that bold candy stripe. Again the embroidery is delicate and well placed, it doesn’t unbalance the outfit. The double breasted tuxedo blazer gives a contrast to the relaxed nature of this outfit because of the satin collars and sharpe cut. Which if you think about it is the same with wearing jeans with a blazer, in essence it’s the same concept.


By far my favourite Kurta shirt as I like the denim chambray fabric and the stripes on the blazer match it well. Again the embroidery is finely balanced as with all in this collection.


The shirts are now cut down to the standard length and nothing is really lost in the impact of the outfit. The stripe on this shirt is lovely, simple and clean. The embroidery frames the placket of the shirt well. I also like the styling with the cuff of the shirt protruding out from the sleeves-for the jacket.


Really wonderful colouring to this outfit. I love that candy stripe on the blazer and then that earthy red that so deep and rich. The star being that waistcoat which is shamefully hidden away but then that only builds intrigue. Gorgeous outfit.

Massimo Piombo SS17 – There is no denying the Indian influence of this collection, not only in the design of the outfits and embroidery but also with the colours that are so rich and vibrant. In the earthy tones have a deepness about them. This is a wonderful collection that is young and has a sort of next generation feel about it the classic tailoring and cut has this old world feel to it. A very beautiful collection and worth spending your time over.

http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2017-menswear/mp-massimo-piombo

Brunello Cucielli – SS17

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Brunello Cucielli – SS17
A very sophisticated and well put together collection. Beautiful soft tailored suits, sports lux, utility and also a stunning wine coloured biker jacket. I love the double jacket styling, the sweatshirts and jackets wrapped around your waist. The colouring is the real stand out factor in this collection beautiful earthy tones, stones, brown and khaki and then that deep wine colour, my absolute favourite Navy and the grey which is the tread that holds the outfits together. This collection is simply one of the most beautifully worked collections this season.
http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/spring-summer-2017/mens/brunello-cucinelli

Pieter – SS17

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Pieter – SS17

Very glamorous sportswear inspired collection. Love the silver PU used throughout. The way the bottoms of this collection sit with a ultra low waist won’t be to everyone’s taste what I do love is the crop length of the tops especially the hoodie with the drawstring detail on the hem and the sleeves. Wonderful collection.
http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/spring-summer-2017/mens/pieter

Wales Bonner – SS17

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Wales Bonner – SS17

A very feminine collection not only in its styling, fabric and trims but very much in the cut and tailoring. Simple colouring with cream, black, red and white. Beautifully put together and wonderful style. I really love this collection.


http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/spring-summer-2017/mens/wales-bonner