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Opening Ceremony continues their Fall/Winter 2010 collection with a second delivery entitled, Norman Invations. This time around, OC tells a story behind the second part of the range: “we imagined an English counterpart to our young Frenchman: a long lost brother born and raised across the channel.” As the story is told, Savile Row-inspired tailoring provides a contrast to the softer suits of the first collection. Influences from past military and hunting garb is infused within the collection reflecting modern youth of Britain. “Suits in glam rock colors, Mod-inspired parkas for layering over slim jackets and trousers, subtle punk references like pyramid stud buttons, and skinhead fit jeans. Camel cashmere, military-grade wool, waxed twill, high dimension corduroy, fluorescent Fair Isle knits, and other Anglo-centric fabrics comprise the collection.” Look towards the later part of Fall 2010 to see these pieces.

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Those in Paris will have the luck at having a first look at Opening Ceremony’s Fall/Winter 2010 men’s collection. The season’s range, “takes inspiration from the style and culture of modern France. Classic Breton sailor stripes, traditional French naval uniforms, European gypsies, 1968 student revolutionaries, and New Wave coolness influence the Fall/Winter first delivery offering.” To achieve all of these specific looks, Opening Ceremony turned to creating suits that are soft, light wool knits, moto jackets, and more. This collection will be a favorite amongst our staff members.

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Tommy Ton of Jak & Jil blog takes Scott Schuman’s spot as street photographer for GQ during Milan Fashion Week. With the Jak and Jil site quickly becoming another popular source for street fashion inspirations for some, a different perspective on the show was just what we needed. As always, Tommy captures his subjects in the perfect moment with fine timing.

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Plus by Chausser is releasing five classic models in celebration of their 10 Year Anniversary. Lace up boots, chukka boots, and straight tips make up the collection that come in colors of black, burgundy, and brown. The shoes are made from Houin Cordovan, which is very limited and is rarely available in Japan. This time around, for their anniversary, Plus by Chausser is able to release a few models just for their celebration.

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Japanese denim brand Kapital is known for their nomadic styles, which circle around clothes meant for the adventurer. Their Fall/Winter collection entitled, Innocent World is inspired by the actions and looks of the modern day frontiersmen and women. The range is heavy with knits, wool items, and denim, and are all built for the roughest snow, land, or sea expeditions. The inspiring lookbook captures the collection very well, and its great to finally see one that truly tells an interesting story.

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The collaborative effort between fashion line Jean-Paul Gaultier and trusted denim makers Levi’s makes it to the editorial pages of L’Officiel Homme. Presented in the magazine are closer looks at the pieces made for the range. The project consists of denim jackets and jeans, where both brands are represented well in the design and the execution. JPG’s aesthetics as well as Levi’s higher quality denim construction really shines through in the editorial. Luckily, the pieces have already hit a few retailers, so if you’re one to chase this release, be on the hunt now.

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The good folks at CXXVI just sent us over their new Spring 2010 lookbook. The New York based brand continues on with their line infusing naval themes in their range. Printed shirts, hoodies, bags, cases, and more are expected in their releases so be on the look out for their products very soon.

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Mark Weaver has done great work for publications such as WIRED, GOOD, the New York Times and more. He also has a few independent works of his own in poster and screen print form, which are truly original and worth owning. Hopefully we’ll get to see more of Mark’s projects soon.

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From Manufactum: Stowa was in the 40’s one of the few companies that had the privilege to build pilot watches. This watch is formally and technically now built as it was then. Automatic movement ETA 2824-2 (clockwork is 4,6mm in height and 25.6mm in diameter, 28,800 vibrations, 25 jewels) It has a black dial, the dial and hands are with long-indexing special phosphorescent paint. It has a sapphire glass cover (convex) and stainless steel polished frame with a brown leather strap. Available now at Manufactum.

Eva Mendes continues to be the face “and body” of Calvin Klein for 2010. Her ads from last year definitely had us at full attention when she graced some billboard and magazine ads in CK underwear pieces. Her last ads definitely had us wanting more and it’s good to see Eva in her very risqué CK poses another time around.

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The “Combat Continues” collection by Nom de Guerre signifies their ever present militaristic design for Spring/Summer 2010. For this season, NDG takes battle garb inspirations from desert warfare and infuses it with some subtle touches. A few of the outerwear pieces in the collection are somewhat thick for the season, but the contrasting “lighter” items makes it a perfect balance. Plaids and subtle camouflage are mixed in with light wools and cotton shirts. We particularly like the Tropical Black and Khaki Blazer and Pant combo, which doesn’t give off too much of a military vibe, but still works as the more practical pieces in the range.

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From Ooga Booga: This is the first handcrafted scent by NY artist Anicka Yi and architect Maggie Peng. The fragrance is inspired by the Fusako Shigenobu, former leader of the Japanese Red Army, who was believed to be in exile in Lebanon for many years after orchestrating some of the group’s most political statements. Yi and Peng have chosen cedar wood as a central theme of this fragrance’s narrative, as cedar is highly regarded in Lebanon as a national emblem. The scent uses three different kinds of cedar wood as its base note, along with violet leaf and nutty heart notes, and top notes of yuzu, shiso leaf, and black pepper. The packaging for this hand-distilled fragrance is made of raw cedar wood, each bottle uniquely (and painstakingly) hand-cut by the creators in architectural geometry, encasing a 10ml glass bottle of liquid within. Shigenobu pics by Noah Sheldon

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March will be the month when Audi reveals the A1 at the Geneva Autoshow. With an answer to the great anticipation of the model, Audi has released this teaser video with A1 designer, Jürgen Löffler. Löffler expands on his design ideas for the A1, comparing the exterior to how a sprinter prepares for his run. There’s much emphasis on the shoulder and the model’s rounded roof. It shows how the overall shape of the car comes together line one molded sculpture.

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There’s nothing jaw dropping about Prada’s Fall/Winter 2010 line, but that’s what makes the collection work. There are its moments with wild prints and playful colorful camo, but its the more toned down styles that give us a better view of Prada’s vision for men. From the beginning we get a sense of a new kind of luxury with camel sportscoats and tan colored pieces. The color story that follows, enters a fascinating take on knits mixed with a variety of hues. The suits work well with the knits, and this is the big plus side of Prada for fall. Then from the colorful, we take a turn to the dark with jet black overcoats and jackets, seemingly mixing with the tan colors that started the collection – appropriately bringing the collection around full circle.

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The Rock n’ Roll persona is still alive and well for fans of the Varvatos line. However, there is a certain vampiric quality to the range that makes the collection both rugged and romantic. The color palettes stay consistent with rust and concrete hues, and items such as blazers and suits are versatile enough for multilayer options. Wool suits stay neat, as well as outerwear that also comes in leather. If you’ve been a follower of the line for a while now, then this collection should definitely keep you grounded on Varvatos.
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I never would’ve thought of bolo ties making it to any Fall/Winter collection this year. Bottega Veneta goes part rockabilly, part eccentric nomad for their range, and it works quite well in the presentation. Solid colored double-breasted blazers define most of the collection, but there are other items that transitions away from the “suit” style. You can also expect oversized coats and knits in the mix, as well as thick shoes, fedoras, and more string ribbon ties.

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There’s always a sense of effortlessness that goes into every Jil Sander collection. The story stays the same for Fall/Winter 2010 with pieces that are carefree and relaxed. Geometry plays a role into the range, helping give detail to the suits and outerwear. What’s also excellent about the pieces is that a lot of suit designs are very appropriate workwear attire. Overall, the collection has a grasp of the “now” and hardly deviates from the Jil Sander brand’s signature styling.

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Costume National keeps the tone dark for this year’s Fall/Winter collection. What the range lacks in layers, makes up for its intriguing detailed patterns and designs. There seems to be a lot of ribbing and other plays on fabric and texture in the looks, especially the outerwear and blazers. However, it’s the suits that standout with its own “anti-suit” look. The silhouettes are less restraining and more for casual and evening wear, than it is for workplace.

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From World Watch Review: The Swiss watch making brand is well-known for its in-house ultra-thin automatic calibers. Entering the business of hairbreadth-thin movements in 1957, Piaget continues its journey with the new Altiplano model powered by their newest Calibre 1208P automatic movement. Being only 2.35 mm thick, the movement is 29.9 mm in diameter (perhaps, Piaget’s engineers needed more real estate for the micro-rotor, which is made of 22-carat yellow gold) hence the relatively large case 43 mm in diameter and 5.25 mm thick.

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Price range: N/A
Movement: Calibre 1208P, in-house, automatic, 21,600 vph, ultra-thin
Complications: N/A
Power reserve: 40 hours
Case material: Stainless steel
Bezel material: Stainless steel
Case shape: Round
Transparent case back: Yes, sapphire glass
Case size: 43 mm
Case height: 5.25
Dial: Silvered
Hands: Black
Strap: Black leather
Crystal: Sapphire

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Before we go any further with talking about the new collections from Milan, we’d like to take the time to thank the folks at GQ for their outstanding commitment to style by being able to present to us men’s fashion enthusiasts images from the shows. Now for Dolce & Gabanna. As we stated in a previous video sneak peak of the line, we mentioned that the collection takes cues from the Godfather films. It’s exciting to see that the range didn’t just focus on the suits from the movie, but extended to the different clothes from the different times in history the movie takes place. Whether its early 1900’s Sicily or Old 1940’s New York, you can see the influence exist in Dolce & Gabbana’s Fall/Winter 2010 Collection. From sharp suits for conducting the next roundtable family meeting, or an attire fit for strolling in the vineyards, Dolce has done something really profound for winter.

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