"A Certain Exquisite Propriety" --Byron

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Tuesday, May 31, 2011

"Heaven" in GQ Style China #1

This shot is from an editorial--"Heaven"--by Sean Spellman, featuring model Jonathan Marquez, in the first GQ Style China, snapped by photographer Dusan Reljin. The desert setting is awesome and wearing a trench with underwear in such a setting creates an intriguing scene. See more of this shoot HERE as well as more from GQ Style China #1 on Morphosis.

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Men of Calibre

With so many options out there, brands have to work harder to get their products shown. I'm enjoying Calibre's efforts with their "Man of Calibre" project: guys can submit pics of themselves in their Calibre and be featured on the brand's site. Check out the project in the video below, or see more of the "men of Calibre HERE on their site.

Monday, May 23, 2011

Unbounded AWE by LayKuni

Some fantastic work coming from designer LayKuni (Won Jung Ku) for the label Unbounded AWE. Just slightly "out there" but with a controlled hand--the pieces are nicely done, tight designs. I'm enjoying the choice of color pallete, stripes/blocks, and some great boots, too. See more from the AWE 2011 A/W collection HERE.
Sources: this.hearts.on.fire and qqueenie


Thursday, May 19, 2011

Antonio Azzuolo-f/w 11

I enjoy Antonio Azzuolo's designs because they are a bit playful, yet simple, youthful, and classic--a great mix. The sweaters and pants are fantastic, and how can you not appreciate the over-the-top furry collar? The gloves and sunglasses are great accessories as well. See more Azzuolo's f/w 11 collection on his site HERE.



Subfusco: Fall 2012

Subfusco, designed by Joshua Scacheri, presents "The Odyssey" for the label's Fall 2012 collection. I enjoy it for the minimalist factor and intriguing angles. See more HERE on this.hearts.on.fire.
Photos for the lookbook by Thor Elias Engelstad



Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Lukasz Stepien f/w 11 Coat

I'm enjoying the black accents and even the extra flap behind the lapel--maybe a pocket?--on this coat by Lukasz Stepien as a part of his f/w 11 collection. It's classic with that military touch that I like so much. See more of the collection HERE on Fashionisto.


Wednesday, May 4, 2011

InAisce

I'm enjoying the sense of independent spirit coming from the pieces from InAisce below. The coat is from the f/w 11 collection and the jacket from the s/s 11 collection. I like the asymmetry of both and the overall mood delivered throughout both collections. See more HERE on the InAisce site.
Source: this.hearts.on.fire HERE


Sunday, May 1, 2011

Margiela Pants by Richard Pier Petit

Richard Pier Petit shot Justin Gaston in these great pants by Martin Margiela with a light print/texture to them. See more of the shoot HERE on RPP's site. Just a note on Margiela's site: it has an old school, early internet aesthetic (purposely, of course) so don't be thrown.
Source: YVY

Undergear-Summer 2011

I'm enjoying the slight slit on the thigh of these underwear from Undergear's Summer 2011 lookbook. Something different--bit of a spartan feel with the slit--yet still with the support you need. See more pieces from the lookbook HERE on YVY.

Thursday, April 28, 2011

Justin Wu for f/homme

I'm enjoying this story for f/homme photographed by Justin Wu and featuring amazing jewelry designed by Natalia Brilli --sets off the look. Check out the rest of this story for f/homme HERE on YVY

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Book Club A/W 2011

Book Club is a label designed and produced in Australia. The pieces in their latest collection for a/w 2011 are subtle, simple, but with the incorporation of some nice colors. But, the truth is I am enjoying the photo story for the collection even more than the pieces. It's quite the mood with a borderline retro vibe. The books got me--can't lie. See more HERE on the Book Club site.


Monday, April 25, 2011

Baptiste Giabiconi shot by Matthew Brookes

This look--lacy masculinity--is styled by Christian Stroble. Shot by Matthew Brookes. I enjoy the red lace that is picked up in the shoes, and the shot itself is a subtle cool. Almost a Latin, rock-a-billy cross. See more from the spread HERE on Homotography.

Studs and Glass

Shot by Cleon Manz for Deluxx, this shoot entitled "The Wild, the Beautiful, and the Damned" features these two great pieces by Steve Corcoran(mirrored top) and Void of Course (studded vest). Both pieces speak volumes and could cause one pain if worn the wrong way.  See more from the shoot HERE on Morphosis.


Friday, April 22, 2011

Swimwear designed by the Pandorian

the Pandorian has designed some swim pieces for Vizeau including this blue number--also available in pink--that features the clip buckle which I enjoy for the unexpected touch. See more HERE.
Source: Homotography

Sunday, April 17, 2011

"Chateau Gothique” in Collezioni Uomo

Photographer Karel Losenicky delivers this Gothic-themed story--“Chateau Gothique”--for Collezioni Uomo featuring enjoyable use of accessories like the HTC Studded belt. Enjoying the hair too, and these sleek boots.  See the rest of the story HERE on YVY.