20 January 2012, written by Carl

Leather’s Gentleman–Crafting a uniform from leather, Yves Saint Laurent creative director Stefano Pilati looked to a sleek new wardrobe to outfit his man for the fall/winter 2012 season. Taking the more fitted road this time around with subtle gestures at draping, the collection morphed from tailored and refined to ensembles infused with a modern edge. Featuring crisp lines, overcoats in charcoal and black balanced out provocative undertakings, ranging from pleated leather trousers to a waistcoat lined with fur. Transitioning to a loose, slouchy moment with long-sleeved shirting that at once felt futuristic, leather again became the prime focus with pure unsaturated pieces ending the show with a youthful flair.
04 January 2012, written by Carl

The Face–Success up and comer Baptiste Radufe makes a splash landing Yves Saint Laurent’s new spring/summer 2012 campaign. Photographed by David Sims, the French model dons leather for a menacing first appearance. / Styling by Joe McKenna.
28 September 2011, written by Carl

The New Sophisticate–One of our latest buzz boys, Alexander Beck proves his worth, taking up the leading role in Yves Saint Laurent’s fall 2011 campaign. Photographed by Inez & Vinoodh, the Bananas model reaches new heights in sharp suiting and a voluminous coat for good measure.
07 July 2011, written by Carl

Tomorrow’s Leading Man–On the fast track to the top, Ford Europe model Robin Ahrens follows up a stellar runway season and fall’s first campaign for the budding star with a striking image for Yves Saint Laurent. Photographed by Karim Sadli, Robin takes front and center for Yves Saint Laurent’s fall 2011 accessories campaign.
24 June 2011, written by Ives

Pilati’s Stroke of Simplicity–Putting aside his minimal approach to design for a moment, Stefano Pilati turns his focus to the fundamentals of constructions this season for Yves Saint Laurent. Classic principal silhouettes in the forms of sharply tailored jackets with strong lapels, masculine shoulders and slender trench coats were married with Pilati’s love for exaggerated proportions, featuring voluminous tops and pleated trousers. Meanwhile, button enclosures and lace detailing found its way onto safari jackets and loosely fitted shirting with hints of exotic python leather in footwear as well as belts for a subtle touch of luxury, conveying Yves Saint Laurent’s understated sophistication.
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