Milan Fashion Week S/S 2012

I think many brands were challenging and innovative compared to the last couple of seasons. My favorite show was Gucci. The first and second picture (below) just grabbed my heart. I also was interested in the double breasted jacket by Prada. They had that pale, pastel color with a very modern fit. Moncler Gamme Bleu under the tact of Thom Browne was yet again an interesting show combining fencing and star wars. I want one of those hooded parkas.

今回のミラノコレクションは各ブランドに共通した事ですが、斬新で新しい方向に向かう傾向が伺えた気がします。自分的にはグッチのショーが好きでした。順番的に早かった事もありますが、グレーのジャケットルックと赤いトレンチに心奪われました。プラダはパステル調の色使いのダブルジャケット！トムブラウン率いるモンクレールガムブルーはフェンシングとスターウォーズが融合したショーでまたまた斬新。アウターで多かったハイテクパーカーが気になります。

Gucci

 

Prada

Woolrich Woolen Mills

 

Burberry Prorsum

Moncler Gamme Bleu

All Pictures taken from GQ.com

Thom Browne x Dita

Recent press release revealed the license agreement between Thom Browne Inc and Dita Eye Wear. Dita Eye Wear will be producing the Thom Browne Eye Wear line and providing them for worldwide retail. Dita has been producing eye wear on an exclusive bases for Thom Browne starting Autumn/Winter 2010-11. This time, with full license agreement, Thom Browne will broaden its product line and enabling customers around the globe to witness its collection.

報道されている通り、トムブラウンはディータとの契約を正式に結び、トムブラウンアイウェアをグローバルに展開するそうです。今まではコレクションのみでしか展開されていなかったアイウェアがより身近になりそうです。リリースされた写真等は以下です。４０〜５０年代のアイウェアからインスパイヤーさらたコレクションはクラシックながらモード。

Pictures taken from GQ.com and Highsnobette.com

Colors from beneath

Pitti Uomo Imagine in Italy is opened this Tuesday to Friday. For those who are unfamiliar, its one of the worlds greatest fashion market / forum for buyers. Numerous brands from around the globe hold booth to show their products. This time around brands are showing products for Spring- Summer 2012.

ピッティウオモが今年も開催されました。世界一の洋服の見本市とでも言いましょうか。世界中のバイヤー、ブランドが一堂に会すイベントです。今回はアクセサリーに目が行きます。特に靴。色が文字通り豊富です。

I focused on accessories, especially the eye catching shoes. For next Spring Summer 2012 bright colors dominate mens feet.


Church's -

 Mark McNairy

pictures taken from Selectism.com

I think bright colors were gradually getting votes from many designers and Men's accessories takes on this trend next Spring/Summer. I want the red shoes from Church's and the bad boy shoes by Mark McNairy.

最近のトレンドにもなっているビビッドカラーですが、来期の春夏も健在の模様。チャーチの赤い靴とマークマクナーリーのメッセージシューズが気になります。

TIPS #2 - Take care of your Jacket

Im obsessed with jackets and blazers. It's the most versatile piece for both men and women yet cutting-edge in someway. Im always on the look for the perfect jacket whether its sizzling hot out.

Whether you've just invested or about too invest in a pair (or you want to keep your jacket in good shape) taking proper care of your jacket doesn't hurt. Actually, if you take proper care, you can keep your favorite item in shape for a while (I mean a long time!). Start out by trying these daily steps and take it further when the season ends.

Daily Care

The daily care of your jacket can prolong the life of your piece immensely. So make these tips a habit.

When you take off your jacket and can't get help for it. This is how to do it. Grab the insides of the shoulder and flip it inside out. It's only after this step you can put it on the chair or wherever you need to.

Once your home use a clothing brush to take the dust and fumes off. This not only takes the dust and dirt off your jacket but helps recondition the fabric. If you seemed to sweat, use a handkerchief and wipe the inner lining of your jacket.

Always use a sturdy hanger to hang your jacket. A thick wooden hanger is a must. It's always better to give  the jacket a day off or two.

When you need to straighten out the wrinkles use a high steam iron. Hang the jacket onto a thick hanger, use the steam (steam mode if available) and do not press the iron onto your favorite piece. Giving the wrinkles hot steam will do the job. Let it hang for a day.

Off Season Care

Jamming the jacket into your closet after the season is a mistake. I recommend taking it to the dry cleaners. But, not too often! (it damages the fabric). If you have water cleaning nearby you should go consult with them. They use a method that is friendly and helps recondition the fibers of the fabric back into its initial form. (translation => brings back that lust to the jacket)

Its only after cleaning you can hang it in your closet. Don't forget to give enough space in between the jackets. You don't want the jackets to be touching each other.

Pure Swagger

Check out Nick Wooster's 10 Essentials at GQ.com!! A must read.
GQにてニックウースターの１０エッセンシャルがチェック出来ます。是非、拝見ください！

LINK=>http://www.gq.com/style/ten-essentials/201105/nick-wooster#slide=1

Know Your Rules then Breakem'

Whether your a traditional swagger who keeps to the rule book or your the one who love the cutting-edge clothing off the runway, this video gives you a recap of why knowing the rules matter. You know the rules and breakem. Thats the starting point of having personal style.

純粋なアイビー愛好であろうが、エッジの効いた最新モードが好きな方もこのビデオを一度ご覧下さい。メンズウェアーの基本を理解した上、それを自分なりに崩す事の定義を再確認出来ます。

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