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Ploier Pleasures in Paris
2008-01-19 20:29:00
It's true, I raved fanatically and, must admit, waxed lyrical about Burberry but it seems Paris held much more wonder up its sleek sleeve. Namely, Ute Ploier's FW 0809 inexpressibly swoon- and drool-worthy collection.I recall a certain reluctance to open the thread on TFS when I spotted the name, unfamiliar with her work and mistaking the label for another that I'm not so keen on I almost disregarded it entirely. You might have guessed by now that having opened the thread I'm unapologetically deliriously happy, as - cheesey as it sounds - it was in a way, an enriching and uplifting experience, a reminder that menswear is far from a lost cause and by no measure doomed to the depths of gender-bending hell. I can now rest assured we males reside in good hands.The intricacies of anatomy and bodily functions brought so beauteously to life by Marios Schwab some time ago has made yet another appearance. Ploier contorted a mass of synthetically bright white fabric into a sizable rib-cag...

Swear Sale
2008-01-18 17:41:00
Get your metallic skates on and hit it now!I - on the other hand - should probably refrain seeing as I now have er...14 pairs of footwear in my possession. Don't judge!EDIT - It seems 14 pairs is a mere modicum of footwear, er...again, don't judge?Image from Swear
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Milan some more...
2008-01-15 22:34:00
An inevitably hot topic as always, Miuccia's latest showing had been debated with fervour several times over in mere moments of the unleashing of the hound [at times, I rather think mutt would be more fitting]. Prada's inherent innovation and abstract sensibility is - without doubt - to be commended but of Prada's many traits - a passion for cross-dressing is not the most admirable.It opened innocently enough, suits cut narrow and jagged in officewear navies but just seconds later the first inkling of fetishistic transvestism oozed to the surface, namely, a black abomination, a repulsive hybrid of sports-bra and vest. Alright, it wasn't quite so offensive but stay with me, it gets worse...Worse being a flurry of panties/cummerbund catastrophes. I could perhaps laud Miuccia for her courage in tackling the male-ideal and conventionally masculine aesthetic but frankly I'd rather not step out in this unforgivable sin...This post is fast becoming a dangerously fire-and-brimstone se...
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One for the Thom Browne enthusiasts...
2008-01-15 22:17:00
Check out a brief review of the SS 08 collection, by myself, at über-hip wonder - Mainstream
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Milan, so far...
2008-01-13 22:25:00
It truly is a rare occurrence that I find myself so enraptured with a collection that I really do find it difficult to pinpoint faults. Burberry Prorsum FW 0809 is one such collection. Christopher Bailey is a most immense and formidable talent, unafraid to progress and venture forth in new direction whilst maintaining a strong commercial awareness that has led - in recent years - to unexpected success at the house.Enough about acclaimed prodigy Bailey. The collection was - to be forthright - a sumptuous series of Autumnal looks. Bailey - as stated on Men's Style and more recently on Style Salvage - drew inspiration from the quaint oeuvre of L.S. Lowry who I'm not exactly familiar with but this did little in preventing me from thoroughly enjoying each idiosyncratic detail, each subtle quirk crafted by Bailey.To be frank, I'm an absolute sucker for dark palettes and this collection has only reminded me of this penchant. Earthy[but also pleasingly chocolatey] browns, heady midnight ...
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Sean strikes again...
2008-01-11 21:27:00
It's not often Sean O scores covers, however, I do believe it shan't remain this way for long. I harped on about his uncanny beauty and handsome allure unorthodox for his age before and now I desire only to let said appeal speak for itself.Oh, additionally, Sean won the Gianfranco Ferre campaign for SS 08. Such an accurate, vivid visual representation of true, understated elegance.oh, I do believe I've forgotten yet another worthy mention. Dsquared SS 08...Because male models don't garner half enough attention as the girls...Images from TFS

Dior Homme SS08 Campaign
2008-01-09 14:36:00
In strong contrast to the inherent boredom of the Versace mens campaign - featuring the unmistakably unimpressive Dr. McDreamy - no offence intended to Mr. Dempsey, he's sadly not model material - Karl Lagerfeld has shot a much more applaudable campaign for Dior Homme.For me, it effectively reflects Kris Van Assche's debut collection which marks a return to the classical elegance of bygone Dior days.Images from frillr
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Yet more New Look lauding...
2008-01-06 11:55:00
Having been recruited by my corporate-finance type brother to assist in the expansion of his work wardrobe I felt compelled to at least pop into New Look and take a fleeting glance. Of course, the venture proved nothing but fruitless in many respects. Striped chav-ish shirts in a cotton akin to sandpaper, rather fat braces and ties - the antithesis to the currently coveted skinny variety, and pair after pair after pair of bloody acid wash jeans hung limply throughout the store. I was - as per usual - feeling utterly deflated.However, all was not lost, soon I snatched a pair of charcoal grey slacks and a chocolate and grey v-neck jumper[yes the wool is of entirely questionable origin but for 6 euro!?, I, frankly, didn't care and neither did client in question - aforementioned brother]. After such a positive and positively rare New Look experience we found ourselves equipped with new courage to tackle the shoes. This, is where the fun began.The majority were on sale, shapeless canva...
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Robert Geller, wunderkind.
2008-01-03 15:27:00
Native German Robe rt Geller's experience, gained from his considerable involvement in the production of many a Marc Jacobs collection, as well as his aiding in the turn-around of Cloak, is evident in his solo work. A dab hand when it comes to the intricacies of colour-use, Geller has injected his SS 08 menswear offering with daring acidic shades. And, despite the death of nu-rave and confounded malarkey pertinent to it, these hues still appeal, most probably because neons are not for SS 07 but for life, do remember.A noticeable, somewhat Berliner sensibility runs throughout the pieces, arising from the palette - one, predominantly, of stony greys and the odd creamy confection. The stream of boyish waifs sporting flat-ironed dos and boho-ish cuts display the clothing in the most appropriate light; clean and sparing.Although I can't but detest the preppy "Oceanside" slogan plastered across a garment here and there I also can't suppress the urge to flurry about in praise of this pa...

Robert Geller, wunderkind.
2008-01-03 15:27:00
Native German Robert Geller's experience, gained from his considerable involvement in the production of many a Marc Jacobs collection, as well as his aiding in the turn-around of Cloak, is evident in his solo work. A dab hand when it comes to the intricacies of colour-use, Geller has injected his SS 08 menswear offering with daring acidic shades. And, despite the death of nu-rave and confounded malarkey pertinent to it, these hues still appeal, most probably because neons are not for SS 07 but for life, do remember.A noticeable, somewhat Berliner sensibility runs throughout the pieces, arising from the palette - one, predominantly, of stony greys and the odd creamy confection. The stream of boyish waifs sporting flat-ironed dos and boho-ish cuts display the clothing in the most appropriate light; clean and sparing.Although I can't but detest the preppy "Oceanside" slogan plastered across a garment here and there I also can't suppress the urge to flurry about in praise of this pa...

Dior Homme's New Look
2008-01-02 11:04:00
Just like to mention a little article in which I proclaimed my love for Dior Homme by Kris Van Assche. I thought it appropriate to inform you.Check it out here at Fanatique Fashion.
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Ode to the New Look Robe
2008-01-01 11:50:00
Yes it may be 100% polyester, yes it's hue may veer towards the duller black pigments and yes it's unquestionably cheap...But, this New Look bathrobe/dressing gown/what-you-will is one of the most noteworthy and useful elements of my Christmas haul. Sad, isn't it? Not exactly. Think of all those hours spent with splendid abandon lounging decadently on the sofa while viewing some early Almodóvar or late Hitchcock, lying resplendently in your tousled bed sheets on a Sunday morning sipping some Java while poring over the packed-out pages of The Times or looming ravenously over a mound of fresh pastries at the breakfast table. What would these times be without the humble dressing gown? Not so lavish I imagine. Its soft texture and copious mass have innumerable benefits.This particular gown was available from New Look [and is not done justice by my inherently shoddy photography] but I'm not sure if it's still in stock. Have a try anyway, it's most certainly worthwhile. Your inner h...
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Walker's Wizardry
2007-12-28 13:41:00
Christopher Kane's voluminous and rapid rise to fame led the fashion limelight to the somewhat unlikely Scotland and the design talent therein. It must be proclaimed a pity though that Kane has overshadowed, in a sense, the rest of that burgeoning talent. A prime example of the Scots' style ingenuity is Deryck Walker.Walker's website archives reach back to AW 05. From delving into the cleanly presented imagery one is afforded the opportunity to appreciate Walker's directional designs for men whilst also enjoying some top photography. Proof here.What I like most about Walker is his inherent versatility and sheer fearlessness to develop new ideas and concepts. Walker reinvents each season - from Wizards to Dandies, presenting fresh looks radically different from the previous season's but also featuring welcome trademarks eg. his penchant for folding and appealing structure.Walker's courage is not limited to risks taken in the realms of menswear but also regards the fairer sex as...

Conscience-wrestling.....or lack thereof
2007-12-24 14:17:00
Having returned to the comp after a leisurely Christmas Eve shower I was astounded to discover an email from Topman proclaiming the beginning of their, January[?] sale. My - rather minuscule - conscience buried somewhere amid mounds of materialistic lust discouraged even the opening of the email, denouncing the earliness of the retail extravaganza as unquestionably repulsive. Alas, it is Christmas 2007 and what would Christmas nowadays be, without obligatory splurging? I succumbed... Highlights include...And yes, that red trench from a while back has appeared. I haven't chosen anything just yet but this will be first for wishlisting...Images from Topman
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Subfusco
2007-12-22 11:21:00
Subfusco - Latin for deviated colour, also the namesake of an Australian menswear label I've just stumbled upon. Although, I must expressly declare, the apparel does not fit my usual choice, I have managed to find a few hidden gems among what is more a collection that embodies the casual, surf culture of Australia.Drainpipe jeans, a quirky jacket in my top colour combination and a sheer shirt, especially for SS 08.The metallic trainers and chunky accessory are the highlights of the this look.Store interiorImages from Subfusco

Paris Menswear FW 08/09
2007-12-21 21:38:00
January 17th GASPARD YURKIEVICH 12h30 Lieu en attente ROMAIN KREMER 13h30 Lieu en attente LOUIS VUITTON 14h30 Voir invitation JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 16h00 325 rue Saint-Martin - Paris 3e NUMBER (N)INE 17h00 Garage Génie de la Bastille - 45 rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine - Paris 11e YOHJI YAMAMOTO 18h00 155 rue Saint-Martin - Paris 3e DRIES VAN NOTEN - Couvent des Cordeliers - 15 rue de l'Ecole de Médecine - Paris 6e GIVENCHY 20h30 Hôtel Choiseul-Praslin - 54 rue de Sèvres - Paris 6e January 18th JUNYA WATANABE MAN 10h00 Voir invitation BLAAK 11h00 Lieu en attente DAMIR DOMA 12h00 Lieu en attente KRIS VAN ASSCHE 13h00 BETC EURO RSCG - Paris 10e KIMINORI MORI****A 14h00 Atelier Richelieu - 60 rue de Richelieu - Paris 2e RYKIEL HOMME 15h00 Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts - Salle Melpomène - 13 quai Malaquais - Paris 6e COMME DES GARCONS HOMME PLUS 16h00 Voir invitation KENZO 17h00 Lieu en attente UTE PLOIER 18h00 Lieu en attente BRUNO PIETERS 1...
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No festive cheer for SCB
2007-12-21 19:46:00
The very lovely, Jennifer, of SCB Marketing[who's responsible for plugging the new Diesel fragrance via commenting on this, and many other, blogs] sent me yet another email today...Hi Cillian, I hope you've had the chance to check out the new limited-edition Diesel Fuel For Life gifts I e-mailed you about the other day. If not, I could certainly re-send information and/or jepgs. They're so unusual and interesting--and totally worth a look. Cheer s, Jennifer Jennifer Hoppe Manager of SCB Partners USA jennifer@scbpartners.com 646.408.0048My response?Dearest Jennifer,I'm sure they're unusual, interesting and then some. But to be quite frank I'll never feature this particular product on my blog. Thanks for your interest but I'd appreciate it if you wouldn't harass me henceforth.Best,Cillian.Yes, I know it's somewhat immature but honestly, I'd just like to ensure Diesel get the message. This blog's not here for whoring and Diesel aren't exactly a priority when it comes to my p...

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