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Simon Miller Denim is Here!

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For Spring/Summer 2013 Simon Miller continues to stand at the crossroads of modernism and the American West, presenting a collection of classic jeans, knitwear and shirts made entirely in the US from natural fabrics. Timeless materials and durable construction are intrinsic traits of the Simon Miller brand.


Known for their wearable jeans that continue to get better with age, Simon Miller introduces one main silhouette for Spring/Summer 2013, a slim-straight fit made exclusively from Japanese selvedge denim and offered in a range of unwashed or vintage style color ways. Seasonal styles include dry denim in shades of white and steel blue, vintage treatments achieved with O-Zone waterless technology, and an expansion of the 2x1 series denim, which is noted for its tight construction and clean finish. Subtle details including classic punch-through rivets and antiqued hardware complete the look.

For the second consecutive season, Simon Miller offers a selection of shirts
and knitwear inspired by its denim roots with an emphasis on textured linen and
indigo piece dying. A shawl cardigan and a roll v-neck sweater are made from
100% linen and hand loomed in the US in Marine, Jungle, and Sand hues. For
shirting, the Ridge style presents a classic Americana work shirt, available in four
plaid color ways and a chambray version made from 100% Japanese linen that is
indigo piece dyed.

The Simon Miller collection is an interpretation of basics, designed in reliable fits
and aged with uniquely developed wash treatments for a lived-in feel. Quality
materials and construction combine with a thoughtful approach to fit for Spring/
Summer 2013 to further establish the brand’s uncompromising and authentic
aesthetic.

LONDON: Provisional Schedule for London Collections: Men June16th - 18th

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The word is out!  London Collections: Men is set to be the strongest showcase of menswear this summer with over 60 designers confirmed to show in London between June 16th - 18th 2013. The line-up of shows and events sees some of menswear's most prominent international names showing alongside Britain's renowned heritage designers and rising stars.

See the schedule: www.londoncollections.co.uk/schedule

 

Get Ready for Artist/Rebel/Dandy: Men of Fashion

 

 

 

 

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Sartorial Anarchy #5, 2012, Ike Ude, Courtesy of Leila Heller Gallery & Ike Ude

What better way to celebrate men's fashion than a spring exhibit that includes the works of contemporary society's most "electric" and "eclectic" fashionist(er)s to date.  The Museum of Art Rhode Island School of Design has announced that Artist/Rebel/Dandy: Men of Fashion opens spring 2013, the first exhibition of its kind to focus on the persona and history of the distinctively dressed figure of the dandy. The exhibition features more than 200 objects—including innovative garments, bespoke clothing, works on paper, and paintings—drawn from the Museum’s collections and loans from individuals and national and international institutions. Beginning with the elegant dandy George “Beau” Brummell (1778-1840), the exhibition traces artist-dandies throughout the 19th and 20th centuries. The role of exquisite craftsmanship in custom design, the dandy’s role as both fashion icon and caricature, and the contributions of today’s style leaders—such as Thom Browne, Rick Owens, Ouigi Theodore, and Waris Ahluwalia—are explored. An illustrated book accompanies the show, which runs from April 28 to August 18, 2013.

Domenico Vacca Dresses Best Actor in a Leading Role Nominee Daniel Day Lewis for the Oscars

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Best Actor Oscar Nominated Daniel Day Lewis will be dressed in a Domenico Vacca tuxedo on Oscars night.

"Daniel saw my first collection in the USA in 2002 and he has been a fan since then" says Vacca,   "two weeks ago we received a call from his office asking us to dress Daniel, we were thrilled! I met with Daniel and it was great to catch up with him and spend time talking about sartorial hand-made clothes, fits, fabrics and an art that only few of us still pursue in cloth making. Day Lewis understands quality, hand work and fabrics in clothing and it is an honor to dress such an amazing actor for the Oscars."

 

Domenico Vacca is making two tuxedos for Daniel Day Lewis, one black and one navy blue, the....winner will be selected at a final fitting in Los Angeles. Both tuxedos are single breasted and feature a shawl collar. Collar and profiles are in grosgrain, in the Italian sartorial tradition instead of satin. The tuxedo shirt is simple but still features Domenico Vacca's signature high collar.

 

Domenico Vacca will also dress Oscar nominated supporting actor Alan Arkin (Argo).  Arkin, a very close friend of Vacca, will wear a single breast, peak lapel, black tuxedo. Arkin, also Vacca's big fan, wore a Domenico Vacca tuxedo when he won the Oscar for the movie Little Miss Sunshine in 2007

 

Domenico Vacca's loyal customers include music's biggest stars such as Kanye West, Usher, 50 Cent, L.A. Reid, Sean P. Diddy Combs, and Yoko Ono; A-list actors, Ashton Kutcher, Denzel Washington, Christopher Plummer, Dustin Hoffman, Jodie Foster, John Malkovich, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Keri Russell, Melanie Griffith, Nicolette Sheridan, Queen Latifah, Renée Zellweger, Alan Alda, Vincent Gallo, Jack Black, Michael Imperioli, Glenn Close, Jeremy Piven, Will Ferrell, Steve Carell, Antonio Banderas and Scarlett Johansson; athletes Lebron James, Chris Bosh, Scottie Pippen and Steve Smith; New York City's Fortune 500 and VIPs Ronald Perelman, Ronald Lauder, Gustavo Cisneros, Edgar Bronfman Jr, Pepe Fanjul, Giuseppe Cipriani, Ivana Trump and Anne Bass along with designers Valentino and Tommy Hilfiger.

BREAKING NEWS: The BFC/Vogue Designer Fashion Fund Winner for 2013

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The winner of this year’s BFC/Vogue Designer Fashion Fund is Nicholas Kirkwood. The Award, which is now in its fourth year, was established to further enhance the reputation of London’s rising stars and assist in the development of their businesses. It is comprised of £200,000 and access to key senior level mentors across the UK fashion industry.

The choice to award Kirkwood was based on his and business partner Christopher Suarez’s extremely professional 3 year plan and presentation at interview. Kirkwood has demonstrated exceptional skill in building a modern, individual and recognisable accessories line and was very clear on his business growth strategy and the key challenges he would like to address with the support of the Fund and its advisors.

The BFC will develop a bespoke mentoring program tailored specifically to assist Kirkwood to achieve his business goals for the next 18 months, with the aspiration that the network developed during this mentoring year will endure throughout his career as he makes the transition from a developing creative business into a global fashion brand.

All of the shortlisted designers, including Emilia Wickstead, Mary Katrantzou, Roksanda Ilincic and Peter Pilotto, will be invited to participate in the Fashion Trust mentoring program for a 24 month period.

The British Fashion Council would like to thank those supporting the Fund: Burberry, Clothing at Tesco, Debenhams, Harrods, LF Europe, Marks & Spencer, Paul Smith, TOPSHOP and VOGUE.

Men's Footwear SS13 Trends: Alejandro Ingelmo

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CamCamden Loafer in Burgundy and Black Leather: $495.00

There's something new afoot from Designer Alejandro Ingelmo For Spring/Summer 2013, Ingelmo has introduced a new line of shoes, "Made in Maine" that have been handcrafted in a factory in Maine and were inspired by classic Americana style infused with Ingelmo's New York downtown edge. The penny loafers and boat shoes have been updated with thick outer soles and in a range of colors from basic black and browns to bolder brush on fluorescent colors. In result, there is a great creeper quality to them that are on trend with the recent European runway shows.

Admiral Boat Shoe in Black: $485.00

 

The specific men's styles featured are the Camden, the Knox, and the Admiral.

Knox Desert Boot in Black: $545.00

 

They are currently available in stores and online now at http://www.alejandroingelmo.com.

Actor Matt Bomer Partners with Alton Lane/Gilt.com for a Curated Sale

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USA Network star Matt Bomer (Neal Caffrey on WHITE COLLAR) personally curated a line of Alton Lane bespoke clothing for men to create a custom "Caffrey Collection" on Gilt.com, inspired by his character on the show. The sale goes live on www.Gilt.com/neal this coming Tuesday, January 22 at 12pm ET and will run for 36 hours, timed to the return of new episodes of WHITE COLLAR on January 22 at 10pm ET. 

 Bomer will wear Alton Lane exclusively throughout the WHITE COLLAR season and he himself hand selected the fabrics, swatches and styles of all of the clothing sold online through the partnership - this is truly a passion project for him, and the first for Bomer in the fashion space.

Catching up with London Collections: Men A/W13

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Though today, the FINAL day of London Collections: Men A/W13 is under way, there's a bit of catching up to do. Over the last few days, amazingly fresh menswear collections have been viewed. Three days of shows bring an array of London's brightest emerging talents, British Heritage brands, and international names. 

Noteworthy collections so far include: Alexander McQueen, Topman  Design, Vivienne Westwood MAN,  Jonathan Saunders, CP Company.

On Day 1 Topman Design showed its relaxed layered looks are straight forward no-nonsense sleek menswear at its best. Primarily, well crafted looks for the city much of the outwear is ideal for the slopes. Colors range from off-white to navy and burgundy with splashes of orange mixed in. 

Vivienne Westwood MAN was among the shows on Day 2. The A/W13 Collection is inspired by David Attenborough's documentary 'Frozen Planet". With a focused on climate change and the environment.  Head Designer Andreas Kronthaler explained, 'My design has been printed on a t-shirt provided by sustainable manufacturers, ANVIL. The ‘Tree-shirts’ will be sold exclusively through YOOX.com on a worldwide level and in our Milan shop during menswear fashion week with all proceeds to be donated to the GreenUp! fund, helping to re-plant trees in Europe’s worst affected regions." On the runway were denim, fur and shearing collared outerwear--brilliant.

*photo courtesy of British Fashion Council

 

5 Tips for Getting in Shape in 2013 from Personal Trainer TJ Johnson

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We've all made New Year’s resolutions to slim down, tone up and get in shape, but more often than not, we lose motivation within a few short weeks. This year, Thelonious “T.J.” Johnson, personal fitness expert and trainer to the stars, has five easy tips that can help anyone reach their personal fitness goals, despite busy schedules and the stresses of a new year.

LONDON: London Collections: Men - Starts Monday!

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The final show scheudule for the London Collections: Men has been revealed. Over 60 designers are now confirmed on the official show schedule for AW13. London Collections: Men will launch with an event to celebrate British menswear on Monday 7th January followed by a reception hosted by Tommy Hilfiger and Esquire. The three day showcase will close with the GQ Dinner, co-hosted by Dylan Jones, Tinie Tempah and Sir Paul Smith and an event hosted by Tom Ford

As London Collections: Men kickstarts the menswear calendar on Monday, they are uniting fashion and digital innovation. The London Collections: Men website will be home to all digital content over the three days including show footage, daily highlights and catwalk collection galleries. All shows at The Hospital Club will also be live streamed online: www.londoncollections.co.uk/live