George Barnett fronts the Spring/Summer 2015 campaign of Hermès.
Unconventional elegance moving from mountain sceneries to concrete jungle, finally reaching the countryside. Different styles combined in a research of the highest craftsmanship with a taste for unique detailing and contamination of styles. The Santoni Autumn/Winter 15/16 Collection describes an adventurous and proud man that never has to pretend. A contemporary observer. The tools are the values that have been defining the DNA of the House since its foundation; the highest craftsmanship, a strong pride for real handmade products and the employment of unique materials. The disregard for the rules is the surprising common thread and the classical nature is the reassuring fil rouge.
Where Technology meets Tailoring
In the second season of its new identity, Z ZEGNA focuses on brand building.
Reinforcing and boosting its core Tailoring meets Sportswear philosophy, Z ZEGNA brings its brand identity to the next level with an innovative energy rooted in juxtaposition and freedom of choice. An inspiration to liberty and spontaneity, the new season bonds tailoring and technological sportswear, creating a distinctive Z ZEGNA style and sophistication characterized by a “Be your own style” frame of mind.
Heritage is redefined by innovation. An international expression of style is reflected in a transglobal cocktail of fabrics and technologies, where heritage is revised and placed in complimentary contrast with innovation. Fine Italian wools, authentic Scottish and Irish tweeds coexist with laser cut technology. Deconstructed tailored coats gain a new vibe in textured tweeds layered with techno sweatshirts and knitwear.
An eclectic mix of tweeded greys and textured black and white are complimented with camel, winter ivory, olive and acid yellow. Monochromatic indigo tones merge with navy and vibrant blue.
Techmerino, the natural performance wool, comes of age in a complete, comprehensive wardrobe. Tailored Techmerino pieces merged with high-tech Techmerino leisurewear play to Z ZEGNA’s sophisticated 24/7 work into weekend philosophy. The new Techmerino Light Sneaker defines the total look with ultra-light, technical sophistication.
True to the brand’s quest to innovate, Z ZEGNA unveils the Icon Warmer jacket, elevating the concept of transeasonal performance to new heights. Developed to provide customized thermic protection from early fall to the bitter-cold winter in a single outerwear garment, the Icon Warmer jacket features an advanced integrated heat-generating panel, powered by a wireless charging system. The heating support, which lasts up to 13 hours, can be activated according to personal needs.
The iconic Z ZEGNA pentagon defines the brand identity.
For Autumn Winter 2015, the menswear collection is influenced by the notion of an urban explorer and his effortless combination of old and new. The collection includes bold statement pieces in exotic skins teamed with classic staples, inspired by the retro aesthetic of film director Wes Anderson’s The Royal Tenenbaums. These include a sunflower-yellow ostrich rain mac, paired with a double breasted camel suit and full length weasel coat in rich amber tones, over a fine gauge cashmere turtleneck and wool canvas trousers.
Shoes this season consist of updated classics such as our hiking boots and ‘Heimberg’ sneakers in an array of colours. New additions are the ‘Oakwell’ hightops and ‘Tourist’ sandals, whilst The ‘Scribe Novo’ collection and Swiss moccasin offer more formal shoe options.
The Crescent Toile range of bags introduced in Spring Summer continues into Autumn Winter and includes the new Crescent Toile luggage set. A multitude of bags complete the collection and include totes, holdalls, portfolios and messenger bags to name a few, available in various leathers and exotic materials.
The undeniable style of icons such as Steve McQueen, Robert Redford and Peter Fonda is represented by chunky roll necks, tailored denim and a revisited motorcycle jacket in suede and grained leather. Jackets and coats have also been updated in supple leathers, the camouflage Crest print and lightweight materials for Bally’s take on retro sportswear. Throughout the collection, soft accessories like scarves are crated from a combination of lightweight fabrics and feature unique prints inspired by a mix of Bally’s heritage and near future.
Kim Jones unveiled the first look at Louis Vuitton‘s Spring/Summer 2015 campaign, featuringRhys Pickering captured by Peter Lindbergh.
First look at Versace‘s Spring/Summer 2015 campaign, featuring Alessio Pozzi, Filip Hrivnak and Miroslav Cech photographed by Mert & Marcus and styled by David Bradshaw.
Saint Laurent unveiled its Spring/Summer 2015 “Psych Rock” lookbook, photographed by Hedi Slimane.
H&M enlisted Spanish top model Jon Kortajarena for its “Into The Night” Holiday 2014 menswear lookbook.
Ermenegildo Zegna Couture unveiled its Spring/Summer 2015 campaign, photographed by Inez & Vinoodh and art-directed by Giovanni Bianco.
Karl Lagerfeld presented his “Métiers d’art” Pre-Fall 2015 collection for Chanel, in Salzburg (Austria).
Amsterdam-based luggage and vintage menswear label Atelier de l’Armée presents its 2014 fall/winter lookbook. Tailor-made for the “everyday city cyclist, the outdoorsman, and the traveling adventure seeker,” the collection highlights durable outdoor apparel utilizing water-repellant military canvases and deadstock Cordura fabrics made in the Netherlands. The selection consists of a range of premium winter jackets, handcrafted travel bags and leather accessories, each marked with the brand’s contemporary outdoor aesthetic. The Atelier de l’Armée 2014 fall/winter “Series” collection is available now at the brand’s online store.
Parisian fashion house Saint Laurent unveiled its latest Permanent Collection featuring American actor Jack Kilmer. Creative director Hedi Slimane decided to make the 19-year-old rising star the new face of Saint Laurent, after modeling in the Spring/Summer 2015 “Psych Rock” menswear show in June. The black and white campaign features Kilmer wearing pieces from the Permanent Collection, including the Le Smoking tuxedo suit, L17 leather jacket, classic YSL aviator frames and silk shirts.
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Independent and anti-preppy, a gang of students at Diesel’s college inspire the Diesel Men’s Spring/Summer 2015 Pre Collection. The idea has led artistic director Nicola Formichetti to create one strong vision for men and women. Spun out into sub styles of Preppy Rock, Tattoo andBlack Carpet, the lineup includes sporty logo jackets and sweaters, graphic embellished casual wear and a subversive take on classic evening wear. Diesel’s lifeblood, leather and denim are handled with new prints and washes in keeping with the brand’s ability to evolve and innovate.
“Inspiration is all about student life on campus and off – maybe it’s about the people that never went to school, the college dropouts. The collection is an evolution of FW 2014, and Diesel’s DNA of denim, leather and military which is all present and combined with a strong pop and sporty look and colors,” Formichetti said.
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Technology and a competitive edge are the themes of H&M’s new tennis collection, made in collaboration with Tomas Berdych. The collection, available in selected stores as well as online, draws inspiration from Samurai Culture and fractured mineral formations, using new technologies and materials for both function and style.
“I love how this collection brings together fashion and technology,” says Tomas Berdych. “The basis of a good collaboration is being able to understand each other, to listen and to share objectives. I’m really pleased that our collaboration works so well.”
Pieces include a heat reactive printed T-shirt, and a polo decorated with a fragmented mineral pattern. As well as shorts, tights and caps, there are also pieces for keeping warm off-court in the winter months, such as a transforming parka and technical warm-up pants. The collection is the latest in a long-term partnership between H&M and tennis player Tomas Berdych, currently ranked 7th in the world. Tomas wears H&M on and off-court, as well as contributes to the design of the collection with the team at H&M.
Marni announced its participation as the Menswear Guest Designer at Pitti Immagine Uomo 87in its January 2015 Edition. Pitti Immagine Uomo is the ideal space to showcase the development of the Marni Menswear Collection, which is composed of different elements – sport, utility, tailoring – joint in a graphic and spontaneous language.
“Pitti Uomo has always celebrated the avant-garde and experimentation. Elements which coincide with my work with the menswear collection: to interpret the true menswear staples through functionality and classicism, combined with contrasting elements and unexpected details.” said Consuelo Castiglioni, Creative Director of Marni
This fall, New Balance unveils the 1500 “Gentlemen’s Choice” Pack. Proudly crafted at the brand’s UK factory in Flimby, Cumbria, the pack couples the brand’s sporting heritage with a dapper semblance. Available in two colorways, the M1500 is dressed in coffee brown leather on its upper, with an option of tonal and navy overlays. Matching laces and embroidered stitch detailing take on the tongue, while a white ENCAP sole and black outsole finish off the sneaker with a classic look. Reappropriating traditional footwear styling for the modern day, New Balance presents another bold design as part of its Made in England range.