Dainius Bendikas F/W 2012

Dainius Bendikas is presenting his latest collection for Fall/Winter 2012 as photographed here by Visvaldas Morkevicius. Bendikas is based in Lithuania. What I'm enjoying most about this "lookbook" of sorts is the setting, the other-worldly designs, yet earthy hues and textures--but mostly I enjoy the use of the triangular mask that adds a bit more drama and interest. See more of the shoot HERE on Fashionisto. Bendikas is still working on a website, but you can read more about the young designer HERE on DazedDigital

Numero Homme 23

Just a great shot--Killer Jacket, and pose--from Matthew Brookes' cover story for Numero Homme mode 23, styled by Serfe Girardi in monochromatic glory.
via Morphosis

Heatwave on Route 66--Spain

This story, photographed by Giampaolo Sgura and styled by Miguel Arnau for a Spanish Newspaper supplement, is loaded with prints and textures. This shot, which I enjoy for the sunglasses, features pieces from MSGM, Prada, D&G. The sunglasses are the stylist's own. See more of the story HERE on Morphosis

Rick Day for Coitus--"Dirty Pop"

This is a shoot with lots of fun and lots of colorfully printed underwear and swim wear. Shot by Rick Day for Coitus magazine--it gives me the feeling of a lazy Sunday, lounging comfortably around the apartment manchild style. The story is inspired by POP culture--"Dirty Pop"
See the rest HERE on Homotography 

 

Komakino Spring/Summer 2012

Summer comes around, and I'm usually not too thrilled to put on shorts. Yes, they make the heat a lot more sufferable, but I don't care for the look most of the time. However, if I had some of the pieces from husband/wife duo Komakino's S/S 2012 collection, perhaps I wouldn't be so grumpy about the summer prospects. The pieces and looks in the collection definitely have a puck quality, but what I enjoy most is the minimalism, length, and cut of the designs. See more of the collection HERE on Morphosis. You can also check out a video featuring the collection on Komakino's site.
Pics by Kim Jakobsen

Uniforms for the Dedicated S/S 2012

Swedish brand Uniforms for the Dedicated  take to the forest to highlight their new, eco-friendly Spring/Summer collection, "The Blue Cone Colony." It's a beautiful setting, with some mist and fog, that suits the earthy yet refined garments like the smart jacket below--with the blue lapel and inner-sleeves. See more of the collection HERE on This.Hearts.On.Fire. 

Leather Biker

The Rock&Roll vibe in this set by Ricardo Aca--sharply mussed hair and leather biker jacket. See more HERE on Homotography

Studded Pants

I guess I'll just have to make my own pair...
See more of this shoot by photographer Matt Brown
HERE on Fashionisto

Baartmans and Siegel

These photos feature pieces from the S/S 2012 "Dust Drifters" collection by the duo of Baartmans and Siegel. What gets my eye first is the bright orange hair, of course. But what I enjoy most about the lookbook shots is the styling: utilizing the scarf to hint at head-dress with a Eurasian--or actually, maybe AFRICAN flare. They are just striking shots. The team then take the blend of cultures further with the campaign look for the same collection--this time covering the model in gold dust. See more of the "Dust Drifters" lookbook HERE on Morphosis. Check out the collection as seen on the runway HERE. Also, below is the runway video of Baartmans and Siegel's latest A/W 2012 collection "Milk Tray Man"

The Blonds RTW 2012

The Blonds' RTW 2012 collection--Dye Blond--from NYC. I'm enjoying the glimmer and the use of very intricate prints on the pants--ammo even. Bikers getting sexy and decadent--what's not to love. The necklaces sparkle with a Eurasian or even Persian slant. See more HERE on Homotography or WWD.

Lunettes Kollektion 2012

Lunettes has collaborated with David Fischer to photograph the lookbook for their latest collection. These are great, more casual, shots--featuring Lunettes vintage inspired frames. Liking the Hair, too. See more HERE on Fashionisto

Antonio Azzuolo Fall/Winter 2012

My favorite look from Antonio Azzuolo's F/W 2012 show. Mod--but with a French touch (I think it's the hair and glasses). See more of the collection HERE on Homotography.

Reflex: Febrero--lots of colored hair

From the latest issue of Argentine magazine Reflex is a shoot by Charly V Real featuring truly blue hair and a lot of bling--from local Buenos Aires designers. See the rest of the story HERE on Fashionisto
Be sure to check out the rest of the February issue of Reflex (below) to see more great stories like the one featuring the work of photographer Achi Pirovano--and some more colored hair (only this time silver).

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Tim Coppens Fall/Winter 2012

Belgian designer Tim Coppens shows some interesting shapes and plays on proportions for his latest  collection. There is something going on throughout the collection as a whole that my eye finds intriguing. I'm also enjoying the minor touch of the wrapped hands. See more of the collection HERE on Homotography.

Laitinen Fall/Winter 2012

Like peering into a soul: fire and an icy core. That is the feeling I get from the prints used as part of Laitinen's F/W 2012 collection with photos by Chris Vidal being manipulated and used as print texture. I'm enjoying the pant with its semi-detached belt loops and mini-window showing just a bit of the tucked shirt. See more of the collection HERE on Fashionisto. 
Laitinen blog HERE