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

David Delfin A/W 2012

David Delfin always comes with an ultra modern perspective. For his A/W 2012 collection, the feel is perhaps a bit more fundamentally organic. Two of my favorite pieces are the purple leopard print biker jacket (the pants are quite nice too) and the longer gray jacket with strap and golden zippers galore. See more HERE courtesy of Delfin collaborator--Prince Pelayo on katelovesme
Pics by Ugo Camera

Tiger of Sweden Fall/Winter 2012

This is the ultimate cardigan--not that we will need it in the US this winter (no matter what that groundhog saw) due to the unseasonable warmth. So, just crank the AC and chill in this this woven wonder 'round the house. I'm enjoying the leggings too, by the way. I do prefer the grey.
See more of Tiger of Sweden's F/W 2012 collection, shown at Stockholm Fashion Week, HERE 

Source: Homotography.

"In Between Days" by Tobias Lundkvist

Tobias Lundkvist captures this fantastic shot for his "In Between Days" story in Plaza Magazine. It's all about the accessories and look here, with a scarf by Corneliani--the hat is the stylist's own. If a farmer were to start a gang, he might wear this look. See more of the shoot HERE on Steel Machines.

Rufskin: Sheer collection

James Dean, but in a one piece--for which I am a fan of both. This shot is by Ethan James and features a sheer one piece from Rufskin, for purchase HERE. I enjoy the pairing of two sexy materials in black as well as the vintage feel of the shot. See more of the spread HERE on Homotography.

Working for Louboutin Has Perks--studded shoes, that is

This is Alpha Sidibe--studio manager at Christian Louboutin--at his apartment in Paris with his collection of shoes designed by his boss. While I am not sure what to make of Louboutin's want of a copyright on the color "red" as it is used on the soles of his famous ladies' heels, I do know I thoroughly enjoy the footwear designer's use of studs on the many kicks in his men's line--as so nicely photographed by Ailine Liefeld on Freunde von Freunden HERE. It seems working in fashion has its perks. 

Christian Lacroix Fall 2012--"Collage"

Perhaps it reads a bit Mormon gone rogue--reinvention of the church: but Mormons are in right now, and I like the exciting acts of color and design that flare up in the Christian Lacroix Fall 2012 "Collage" collection. Watch the video on the Lacroix site HERE. I'm enjoying the simple cross motif as well as the vividness offered by the bright red pants. It's enough to get Joseph Smith revved-up.  See more of the collection HERE on Homotography.

Walter Van Beirendonck Fall/Winter 2012

We all know that Belgian designer Walter Van Beirendonck likes to push forward--taking fashion to the most interesting places. That is what he has done once more with his Fall/Winter 2012 collection. He plays with prints and silhouette to give his suits duality. I enjoy the contrast, but wouldn't mind if he had decided to dedicate an entire suit to one of his lively prints--though centering those graphics does add a gravity that pulls you into what is, was, and could be. The lock necklaces and chain-adorned canes are welcomed accesories, too. See more of the collection HERE on Fashionisto.  

John Galliano: Fall/Winter 2012

John Galliano delivered a very gangster, military, and vintage thrill-seeker inspired Fall/Winter 2012 collection for Paris Fashion Week: in fact, the coats and jackets--along with the high-waisted belted accesorizing--really made the collection. But an interesting piece is his rendition of the tuxedo shirt: embellished with shimmering, emerald and blue jewels--reminds me of Minority Report. The question remains as to whether or not one should tie the bow-tie or leave it hanging for effect. Oh--and the metallic capped footwear is very nice, indeed. See more of the collection HERE on Fashionisto.

Alexis Mabille Fall/Winter 2012-13

From Paris Fashion week comes the latest Alexis Mabille collection. Like last year, Mabille has presented one of my favorite collections this season with a nice mix of prints, textures, colors, materials, and attitudes. The Mabille man is a tough dandy type this season. Some of the most interesting pants this season are these from the designer utilizing a quilted-like, scaling,  application in both a softer and much edgier--leather--materials. I enjoy the pointed boots too. See the rest of the collection HERE on Homotography.