NEWS IN ESSENTIALS

Make it pop ladies ! From the deep gorgeous red to the pale yellow, so-called go-to-hell pants definitely have to be in your summer rotation! But be careful : there is a major risk that you miss the shot. If you want to wear a bright pant, the rest of your outfit has to remain simple and not too eye-catching. That will make the difference. The inspiration rather comes from Mad Men than Gossip Girl. Actually, go-to-hell are born in the late 50s, a time when Catholics from the western world were proudly wearing the scarlet and purple. Such colors characterize the preppy look of the WASP. So you shouldn’t be afraid of beeing too preppy or too old-fashioned. Brooks Brothers and J. Press, founded in 1818 and 1902 respectively, have been the leading purveyors of the Ivy League Look for generations but you might still want something more modern. That’s why we are here : our selection is after the jump! Read the rest of this entry »

It is so 2010 but whatever ! I want to wear denim shirts right now and I know I’m not the only one judging by the numerous appearances during Paris Fashion Week. Like for every trendy item, you’ll have much choice, starting with high-street retailers. But you may want something better, something with a neat cut and perfect denim color. If so, check our selection hereafter! Read the rest of this entry »

And the winner is… Balenciaga’s Biker Jacket !!

Why? Simple, extremely elegant with larg zips and long sleeves, and an amazing overall cut associated with a unique collar…

Every season, Nicolas Ghesquière, the art director of Balenciaga, revisits his best-seller, this amazing rocky biker jacket. To me, this jacket is obviously the most elegant one because Nicolas Ghesquière, on behalf of Balenciaga, manages to turn a sloppy and casual outfit into something extremely elegant. Wear it on a dress, and tell me what you think ?! Read the rest of this entry »

The newly launched Mr. Porter online store has a very complete collection of menswear essentials among them is showcased this straw panama hat. Aside from the fact that I recommend you to get familiar with the new store, I believe a panama is a wonderful accessory for the sunny days to come. I already know all of your friends will be willing to try it on and steal it from you, thinking that they might capture some of your hype. But they surely don’t know that Panama hats actually come from Ecuador. They were initially shipped to Panama for sale, and got the name from there. The best hatters in the world, the London established Lock & Co. Hatters, crafted some amazing ones for the last decades. Team with a blazer and pocket square for impeccable summer style. More pics hereunder. Read the rest of this entry »

When I think about the double-breasted jackets, a name directly comes to mind: Dries Van Noten.

Indeed, the double-breasted jacket has always been a major piece of the Belgian fashion designer’s men fashion shows. For instance, Dries Van Noten often revisits the regular version of the 6-button double-breasted jacket like in Spring 2009, Spring 2010 or even Fall 2010. Plus, he sometimes adds his Belgian touch, forged in the Royal Academy of Antwerp, onto creative 4-button or 8-button double-breasted jackets as he did it with verve for his last collection FW 2011 presented one month ago in Paris.

Click on the pic above to discover his talented work on this amazing and timeless jacket, which has become his!!

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It is an essential item, mostly because it goes with almost any style, whether it is paired with your casual sporting jeans and a long t-shirt or a business suit. No matter what your style is or what mood you are in, be it classic or contemporary, there should be a trench in your wardrobe. This explains why during the last NY fashion week almostevery designer showed a trench in their collection for spring 2011, with some in quite funky in colors and shapes.

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