
Bahamut–Japanese label ACV infuses their latest collection with an urban flair, dressing garments with bold graphic prints. Layering modern silhouettes that mix loose pieces with their more fitted counterparts, a variety is offered with a modern edge. From shirting with leather insets and boxy tops to wide-legged shorts, ACV nurtures the season with an energetic character.

Second Nature–Chris Brown ventures outdoors for VBN’s fall/winter 2012 outing. Heading to the beach, the new collection takes its inspiration from a fusion of historical marine surplus and the Pacific Northwest waterman. Fleshing out accessible pieces in earthy hues, wool sweaters, flannels, denim and other garments come together for a showing that makes for quite the sensible fall.

Summer Out–Urban Outfitters enlists DNA model Miles McMillan for their new summer catalogue. Opting for a suburban setting for the occasion, Miles roams the quiet streets with casual garments in toll. Subscribing to the slacker’s mode for the season, Miles is outfitted in a sea of tanks, shorts and other easy pieces for a comfortable outing.

Sunday Chillin–Pull & Bear prepares for the summer with a casual beach vibe wrapping up the retailer’s latest collection. Enlisting Arthur Sales for the outing, the Brazilian model is photographed by Ignacio Lozano with styling by Diego Zamudio. Bringing together rinsed cottons and soft summer hues, a comfortable wardrobe is easily executed. From striped t-shirts and board shorts to sweatshirts, Pull & Bear brings a retro ease forward with a contemporary attitude.

Calming Mode–Styled by Hideyuki Hayashi, a pale Martin Lekić appears before the lens of Hisashi Ogawa for the fall/winter 2012 lookbook of Japanese label Liberum Arbitrium. Draping wool, gauze and cotton, Liberum Arbitrium works with a clean color palette, accented by a chic gradient. Boasting billowing lines and layered fabrics, loose-fitting tops as well as expanding trousers are paired with the occasional structured blazer for a sound fall outing. / Grooming by Ina.

Playing It Cool–Japanese label Jointrust paints a cool picture for the fall/winter 2012 season. Enlisting photographer Ogawa and stylist Hideyuki Hayashi for the season’s lookbook, model Martin Lekić stands at attention for the sherpa trimmed outing. Featuring an eye for detail and a knack for layered proportions, varying lengths lend the collection its edge. Here boxy tops and oversize shirting are met with tapered pants for a modern tryst of great character. / Makeup by Masako Inayoshi.