
The Active Uniform–Treading a fine path for the fall/winter 2012 season, Tim Coppens turns to the film Drive for inspiration. Filtering menswear fundamentals through a course, associated with racing and hockey, tailoring is relaxed and moods varied. Optioning fitted trousers and a more laidback silhouette, found in jogging pants, casual and formal identities coexist. The grounding force to knitwear and jackets, a sporty aesthetic is adapted for Coppen’s new uniform. Sleeves are zippered, leather insets embraced and strong lines incorporated for a detailed finish to an evolving season.

New York City … The Board of New Faces … Stay Tuned …

Minimal Unrest–Disrupting the lines of Patrik Ervell’s trademark suiting, disruption set in with the label’s hero striking a chord for rebellion. Weaving in garments that surprisingly gave the collection an urban edge, Ervell’s man marched on as quilted outerwear took up the part of protective gear and technical fabrics caved into the modern age. Echoing militant sentiments with pieces swaying from structured and fitted to loose, a range that included sharp shirting, a grounded series of trousers and an evolving array of jackets stole the show, setting the tone for a serious fall with an eye for strong style.

English Rooting–Looking for the foundation of his fall/winter 2012 collection, Simon Spurr turned to images of London by Robert Frank. Taking into account early twentieth century style and heading down a modern course, references that include Tommy Nutter’s reinterpreted suit of the 1960’s come into play as Spurr dissects suiting for a relevant edge. Bringing together rich burgundy, brown, navy and other solid colors for a collection dressed in plaids and tweeds, subtle updates were introduced. From leather trousers and a magnified hounds tooth print to a signature penchant for fabric insets, Simon Spurr’s latest efforts resulted in a sound showing, highlighting a sartorial flair juxtaposed with modern sentiments.

Best Served on Ice–Showing for their third season in New York City, Moncler Grenoble took to Wollman ice rink at Central Park with a synchronized performance by athletes that gave movement to the label’s latest outing. Ready for the slopes in extraordinary fashion, fall’s collection took its point of view from crime boss Joe Colombo, utilizing vinyl and plastic fabrics for a technical approach to the season with a dangerous finish. Offering protection from the elements, puffer jackets, quilted crew-necks and lush sweaters rounded out a lineup of active apparel, presented in rich style.

In the Details–The man of Timo Weiland is afforded a collection of streamlined attire for the label’s latest outing. Carrying out contemporary cuts, decorated in a well-versed palette of colors and prints, easy layers provide wardrobe staples in abundance. From fitted trousers and button-down shirting to crew-neck sweaters, fundamental design for the modern man wins out with extra attention poured into suiting. Making a statement with an intricate print, minimalist design caters to the garment of today, easily garnering a repeated second look.