Astrid Andersen continued her quest for a world where tradition and athleisure can exist harmoniously at London Fashion Week Men’s. For Spring/Summer 2018, the designer chose fashion’s quintessential safari theme and reworked its familiarities for an urban twist, cropped silhouettes and figure-hugging pieces contrasting thicker draping.
Songzio‘s Spring/Summer 2018 collection, Crossing Veils, realized an eternal search for emotion at London Fashion Week Men’s. Born from an initial oil paint design, the line featured a dreamy, watercolor vibrancy that paired with specially designed footwear—a total wardrobe inspired by the imaginative eye of Velasquez, the celebrated artist.
Unlikely source material—’90s perfume advertisements—made for an abstract, weightless Spring/Summer 2018 collection from Alex Mullins. With heavy draping and blindingly bright colors, London Fashion Week Men’s got a graphic-heavy, flower-power upgrade.
A quick trip to the desert prompted Christopher Raeburn‘s Spring/Summer 2018 runway at London Fashion Week Men’s. With his sustainable ethos printed alongside the breathable pieces, the looks are both adventurous and resourceful, using parachute textiles to craft the mesh-made line.
Bridging music’s past and present, John Lawrence Sullivan reworked post-punk/cold wave dissonance and techno accents for Spring/Summer 2018. With a London Fashion Week Men’s runway that rocked hard with boxy, ’80s outerwear and textured textiles, the designer aimed for universal power and strength.
A brief moment of inspiration and impulse is the driving force behind Giuseppe Zanotti’s Backstage Capsule Collection, a stunning line of bold hot pink footwear. Among the Italian shoe brand’s latest release is its streamlined sneaker, THE UNFINISHED, inspired by the pre-show magic of a music concert. The kicks come with the brand’s signature double side zips and contrasting white laces, together with a rich velvet texture to set itself apart. Stealing the show is its deep saturated color-tone, achieved through flocking, a hand-sprayed process performed by specialized artisans. A testament to modern street-style and Giuseppe Zanotti’s own creativity and glamor, the series is a celebration of individual style and a stark display of character.
The Backstage Capsule Collection is available online now.
With a lingering focus on quietness, E.Tautz asked for a quick moment of calm at London Fashion Week Men’s with a Spring/Summer 2018 collection of asymmetrical serenity. With classic expressions—pleating and a rebirth of field jackets—the brand subverted a wild aesthetic to boil looks down to their British barebones.
First, select your favorite equestrian print and choose your favorite color. Now, describe yourself. These steps are part of Hermès’ new tie subscription service, which meticulously matches a box of ties to your tastes, lifestyle, and personality. Tailored for the sophisticated and adventurous man, The Hermès Tie Society is a bespoke service that takes the art of neckwear to a whole new level. The latest service from the French luxury brand will not only help build a wardrobe of exquisite taste but also grants membership to exclusive club benefits, such as free necktie delivery, expert laundering, tie reshaping, and repairs. The three different subscription plans—trimonthly, bimonthly, and monthly—boast an extensive range of delicate options, from matte and shiny to narrow and textured, while carefully considering the colors of any favorite dress shirt. Building upon a new era of neckwear, Hermès aims to transform workwear instantly with its quirky to formal range.
The Hermès Tie Society subscription is available at select Hermès stores nationwide.
Charles Jeffrey Loverboy‘s first standalone runway for Spring/Summer 2018 brought a much needed debauchery, with a not-so-slight hedonistic touch, to London Fashion Week Men’s. Playfully vibrant, the collection was a sexualized peek into masculinity and the designer’s passion to live a life of erratic momentum, seen through its use of feminine flair and statement styling.
From the fashionable to the tech-savvy to every personality in-between, save time on shopping for Dad’s special day with this handy guide to the season’s most must-haves.
1. BOTTEGA VENETA TECH SNEAKER
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Bottega Veneta‘s tech sneaker is a sporty, streamlined must for those looking to put some pep in their step. With both calf leather and canvas, the shoes enter summer kicking and screaming.
Grand calf and canvas tech sneaker in nero, $690, BOTTEGA VENETA. Available at 800-845-6790.
2. HERMÈS CASHMERE TRAVEL BLANKET
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Luxury in its purest form, this cozy cashmere from Hermès breathes new life into a travel must. An ideal companion for the those jet-set, adventurous souls.
Blue cashmere travel blanket, $2,925, HERMÈS. Available at Hermès stores nationwide, 800-441-4488, and Hermes.com.
3. GUCCI GUILTY ABSOLUTE
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Gucci Creative Director Alessandro Michele pairs leathery masculinity with undertones of goldenwood for Gucci Guilty Absolute, a scent that inhabits a space both classic and contemporary.
Gucci Guilty Absolute, $99 for 90ml, GUCCI. Available at Macy’s and Sephora.
4. TASCHEN DAVID HOCKNEY: A BIGGER BOOK
Image: David Hockney. A Bigger Book, courtesy TASCHEN.
For the avid bookworm, check out Taschen‘s new release from David Hockney. Covering 60 years of breathtaking prints, the tome is both a testament to an artist’s gravity, as well as a nod towards Hockney’s cross-media legacy.
David Hockney. A Bigger Book, $2,500, TASCHEN. Taschen.com.
5. LOEWE TAMARIU SUNGLASSES
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Look sharp with the Tamariu sunglasses from LOEWE. A reworked shape popularized by ’60s iconography, the oval-almost spectacles keep cool despite the month’s sunny disposition.
Tamariu sunglasses in black/palladium, $252, LOEWE. Loewe.com.
6. HUBLOT X BERLUTI CHRONOGRAPH
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An accessory that does not relent, the Hublot x Berluti collaborative Chronograph is an all-black-everything staple that adds a serrated edge to any and every ensemble.
Classic fusion chronograph Berluti scritto all black, $16,700, HUBLOT. Hublot.com.
7. L’ESSENCE DE COURVOISIER
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For those who prefer to ponder over a nice glass of brandy, this cognac concoction from Courvoisier is the best go-to. A blend of rare reserves, the sippable special traces back two centuries for the finest in distilled liquor.
L’Essence de Courvoisier, $3,500, COURVOISIER COGNAC. Cognac-Expert.com.
8. ZAHA HADID DESIGN SCENTED CANDLE
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Why settle for scent alone when Zaha Hadid Design proves that fragrance and visuals go hand-in-hand with this geometric coffee table mainstay. Made of bone china and scented to orange flower and sandalwood, its a warm invitation that brighten and emboldens any space.
Prime scented candle in extra large, $330, ZAHA HADID DESIGN. Zaha-Hadid-Design.com.
9. MOYNAT VANITY CASE
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Moynat‘s vanity case is the sturdy option for those looking to turn-heads walking down the flight deck. With sepia canvas and glistening embellishments, tout this holdall with ultra-luxe pride.
Vanity case 30 in sepia canvas, $4,900, MOYNAT. Moynat.com.
10. STALVEY TOILETRY CASE
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Known for its designs, Stalvey reinvents the toiletry case with this biting beauty. Glossy and sleek, it makes touting your grooming essentials a statement all its own.
Large toiletry case in black alligator, $6,000, STALVEY. Available at Barneys New York and Stalvey.com.
Staying true to its philosophy of eclectic styles for the contemporary urban man, RETROSUPERFUTURE announces its latest eyewear collaboration alongside Parisian brand Pigalle with the SUPER / PIGALLE sunglasses.
Image: RETROSUPERFUTURE x Pigalle.
Image: RETROSUPERFUTURE x Pigalle.
The exclusive spectacles are sure to entice stylish sun-seekers with a slender and classically modern Terrazzo silhouette, crafted with edgy, prominent brow pieces. The minimalistic yet playful metal frames feature subtle tones of pastel green, blue, pink, yellow, and lilac, coherent with the eyewear staple’s Spring/Summer 2017 lookbook. Incorporating RETROSUPERFUTURE’s fine approach to materials, as well as Pigalle’s uncompromising aesthetic, the refined sunnies will serve as a head-turning and sophisticated summer statement.
The SUPER/PIGALLE collection is now available online now.
A bracing portrayal of gender and strength, Berthold‘s Spring/Summer 2018 line took inspiration from African child soldiers to emulate the dramatic change from boyhood to man. With elongated proportions and heavy fabrics that hang off thin frames, the collection’s saving grace is its hopeful and aspirational blend of colors.
