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Denisa Dvorakova In Marie Claire Italia March 2010

Jeffrey Hyatt — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 20:50:36 +0000

I won’t lie. When I saw that the name of this editorial layout for the March 2010 edition of Marie Claire Italia was ‘Planet Earth,’ I immediately thought of, and quickly started singing, the classic Duran Duran song of the same name. Before I even really focused in on the gorgeous Denisa Dvorakova, cavorting around some desert wasteland in designer clothes, I was already hip deep into the chorus of: “Bop bop bop bop bop bop bop bop…This is planet earth….”

Anyway, Laura Sciacovelli was the photographer on this sexy shoot, accompanied by stylist Ivana Spernicelli; the creative twosome do a nice job helping Dvorakova heat up what already looks to have been a hot and sweaty day under the desert sun. Check out the images below and maybe accompany your perusing with Duran’s Duran’s self-titled debut, which features “Planet Earth” and the equally great “Girls on Film.”

Spot a stylish man by his socks

Simon Crompton — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 20:31:07 +0000

Socks: www.DandyStore.fr

Here’s my personal tip for telling instantly how style-aware a man in a suit is – check whether his socks match or complement his trousers.

I always liked the saying “If you want to know if a man is well-dressed, look down.” But while this refers to footwear, and it can tell you a lot about how well-dressed a man is, I prefer to consider his socks.

A man’s shoes tell you about how much money he spends, perhaps about his taste and certainly about how well he looks after his clothes. A man with well-turned, well-polished brown brogues under his blue suit demonstrates a certain interest and investment in what he wears.

But socks tell you something different. Socks tell you immediately whether someone can be bothered. In the City, most suits are dark. Most men wear black shoes. So if they wear black socks every day, they will look smart, professional and have to spend absolutely no time in the morning thinking about their socks.

If, on the other hand, a City man decides to wear socks that match his suit, he will need at least three colours – grey, blue and black (yes, a depressing number of City workers still wear black suits). He will be more stylish and his legs will look longer. But he will need enough of each colour to make sure he doesn’t run out, and a certain time will be needed tin the morning to select the right pair. Travelling will take a little more thought as well.

It’s not a big expense, but wearing socks that match your trousers shows you care. Someone boasted to me recently that he always wears a belt that matches his shoes. I asked him what colour his shoes were. He had three black pairs and one brown. And admitted he usually wore brown at the weekend. Not much of an effort to match his belt to them, then.

Socks, on the other hand, take a little effort. Particularly if you get into the world of pattern, and have some stripes, spots etc. Then you have to consider the pattern on your trousers as well (roughly the same guidelines as ties – create contrast in the scale of the pattern). It all takes a little more time.

Colours of course, are another big jump up. Dark red and dark green are often recommended for grey suits. I’ve always liked purples and pinks with navy. And bright red or yellow seem to fit best with tan shoes, in my opinion.

But this is just one of the factors. As soon as you go for colour, the whole outfit has to be borne in mind. Is matching the sock to the tie a little too affected? Is it better if one is patterned? As with a handkerchief, you probably want something that harmonises without matching, but you are likely to have fewer options with socks than handkerchiefs.

Unusual colours are a quantum leap from grey, blue and black. But look out for the man who can be bothered to match his socks to his trousers. It is the best and quickest sign of someone who cares.

Velour A/W 2010-11

Meieli Detoni — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:41:19 +0000

Velour’s A/W 2010-11 lookbook is a fun and simple collection of casual pieces for day-to-day, and in a variety of weights. If it’s going to get chilly in the early morning where you live, pull on a busy sweater in a neutral color scheme, and when it’s still hot at the end of summer, you can take your pick of plaid button-down shirts worn with flat front pants in a loose fit style. Oxford shoes look great with any of the lookbook selections from Velour. [via modeman]

The MVT01/D01/42 By 4N

Jeffrey Hyatt — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:36:33 +0000

A home run where design is concerned, the MVT01/D01/42 model is the first watch released by 4N. Limited to just 16 pieces, the watch is characterized by a manufacturer movement, with a manual winding mechanism and a 12-hour digital display. The concept of the timepiece is based on a configuration of discs rotating in a discontinuous mode.

The watch features three discs (made of aluminum or titanium alloy) with different numbers engraved on them. The discs rotate to present the appropriate time in four digits. The mechanism uses a constant force jump system which guarantees minimum energy consumption, regardless of the winding tension. 4N offers the MVT01/D01/42 in 18K white gold and platinum versions; the dial is covered by a sapphire glass crystal, and the band will be offered in a range of materials. [via a blog to read]

Heather Grey Hooded Poncho

Meieli Detoni — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:53:59 +0000

We’ve read before that anyone who wants to be prepared needs to own a poncho. Usually they are manufactured from plastic or something extra utilitarian, but this one from Oak is much more tempting. This kangaroo-pocketed poncho features an oversized hood that can be drawn up over your head or worn down in a slouchy cowl style instead. If there’s one place this hoodie will look perfect, it’s on the bleachers at a football game in fall– or around the fire when camping. [$92 at oak]

How to wear black tie – Part 2

Simon Crompton — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:19:36 +0000

Herbert Hoover covers his waist

In the last post – part 1 of this couple on evening dress – we discussed the biggest mistakes men make when donning black tie. They were: wearing it during the day, not covering their waist and mis-matching the formality of their shirt, collar and waist-covering.

Now, let’s explore some of the options with more personality. Know the rules, then twist them: that’s the motto here.

Shoes for black tie should be, at the least, highly polished black Oxfords. The Oxford is cleaner than the Derby, and so more formal. Broguing is also informal, so none of it here please. While black Oxfords are fine, patent is better for being that bit shinier. The whole of the black tie ensemble is about contrasting textures – wool of suit with silk of lapels, seam on trousers or shine of bowtie. Patent enhances that contrast. And although many men don’t like the artificial finish, a delicate patent shoe with a thin, cemented sole is really much smarter.

And it’s only one step away from the ultimate, black pumps with a silk bow. Again, many men despise them and they are certainly more effeminate than other black tie options. But with the most formal combinations above them, they are correct. And they certainly have more personality than the Oxfords you wear to the office.

(Velvet slippers, being matte, are acceptable but better suited to informal black tie – with a velvet smoking jacket, perhaps.)

Counter-intuitive though it may be, there is nothing wrong with wearing a white bowtie with black tie. The adjective does not refer to the colour of the bow tie but to the overall dominant colour of the outfit. As noted before, a white bowtie is merely more formal – not wrong.

However, a man today is likely to be castigated by the ignorant for wearing a white bowtie. So let me suggest this instead: wear a white waistcoat in the same stiff Marcella material as your dress shirt, instead of a black one that would echo the jacket. Again, a white waistcoat is not wrong, merely more formal. And a white waistcoat will stand out far less than a white bowtie. Personality that whispers, rather than shouts.

Most white waistcoats will be backless, with merely a collar and elastic at the waist. Both white and black can be made as such, and it is far more comfortable; the device was probably invented originally by shirtmakers Hawkes & Curtis.

Of course, it goes without saying that you would never take your dinner jacket off, so the back of the shirt would never be revealed under the waistcoat. Indeed, black tie is the outfit that demonstrates this maxim of menswear better than any other. Every item, from the waistcoat to the shirt to the cummerbund, would lose its elegance if the jacket were removed.

Topman’s Pleasure Beach Lookbook

Meieli Detoni — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 23:19:06 +0000

Topman’s Pleasure Beach Collection looks like a series of smart snapshots from a forgotten corner of the beach along the east coast– surely not Nantucket, but somewhere a little rougher around the edges. Wearing ironic anchor tees and lots of nautical-themed gear, Topman’s model brings summer a lot closer for those of us stuck in the melting snow drifts. You might not be able to taste salty spray, but you can shop for similar pieces online– and plan that summer vacation to the shore. [via modeman]

The Pulsonic By Hamilton

Jeffrey Hyatt — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:30:31 +0000

At 12:01 New York time, on May 6, 1970, the world’s first digital watch started measuring time – made by Hamilton. To help celebrate the 40th birthday of this important, digital event, Hamilton is presenting the Pulsonic, a sleek, digital timepiece that marries Swiss automatic movement with a digital face that keeps the Pulsonic powered for 82 days straight.

Truly a well-designed, eye-catching timepiece, the Pulsonic’s case in stainless steel, and the black PVD or gold-plate PVD measures 39mm x 49mm. The watch features a sapphire crystal and is water resistant to 50 meters. Available this October, the price tag for the Pulsonic digital wristwatch is $1,495. [via ubergizmo]

Buffalo by Beauty & Youth × museum neu T-Shirts

Meieli Detoni — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:52:11 +0000

This capsule collection salutes seminal figureheads with a cool twist in a collaboration between Beauty & Youth and museum neu. These tees explore the world of b&w bad boys examined by Buffalo since the ’80s, and they’re absolutely current in their grittiness. A series of the most iconic shots will be offered shortly on tees at both museum neu and Beauty & Youth. Now what will you be looking for: a tee emblazoned with classic Native American imagery, something with island flavor, or a Billy the Kid-style portrait? [via hypebeast]

Natasha Poly In Numero Tokyo

Jeffrey Hyatt — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 22:08:04 +0000

Drop-dead gorgeous Russian model Natasha Poly jumps in front of Alex Cayley’s lens for the April edition of fashion magazine Numero Tokyo. With a low-key, but highly effective styling job by Mika Mizutani, Poly is truly ravishing in the photos – with just enough breast action to keep you happy for the rest of the week (or perhaps month); that’s correct, a photo or two shall be considered NSFW. And that’s a damn shame!

The beautiful Poly is the epitome of seduction in these photographs; she’s also firing off a few amorous stares that could burn a hole in your heart. There’s a definite, ’something naughty went down last night and now it’s the morning, and I better be on my way’ vibe happening with this shot sequence. And with that, let the daydreaming commence. Check out the images of Poly in the gallery below.

MOSCOT Second Edition Titanium Frames S/S 2010

Meieli Detoni — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:50:36 +0000

These eyeglass frames from MOSCOT aren’t visually cutting-edge, but the materials used in the frames are. If you’re in the market for quality glasses, then you know the importance of a great pair. These super-light metal frames from MOSCOT are in their second edition run, and they are nickel-free and hypoallergenic. The frame temples are made of beta-titanium, and the fronts are of pure titanium. The former can be adjusted for a perfect fit, and there are a variety of frame colors and shapes available, including a classic rounded version. [via selectism]

Classico U-1001 Collection By U-Boat

Jeffrey Hyatt — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:49:55 +0000

A most-striking U-Boat timepiece from creator Italo Fontana, the Classico U-1001 Collection features a water-resistance rating to withstand pressures at 1001 meters below the water’s surface. A definite sportsman’s watch, the U-1001 features automatic Swiss movement with U-Boat-engraved rotor, plus a grade 2 Titanium case with 55mm diameter, thick sapphire crystal, screw-down crown protecting cap, hinged to the case, and pressure escape valve at 8 o’clock.

The collection also is highlighted by the U-Boat black, rubber strap, with titanium engraved plate and deployante buckle. A multi-layered black dial with recessed sandwich numeral and index markers comes in photo-luminescent blue, orange or beige. There are 1001 pieces worldwide – 333 of each color. [via matt baily]

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