Aiden Andrews, Charlie France & Christian Plauche by Arnaldo Anaya-Lucca for Fashionisto Spring 2012
A Life Less Ordinary–Aiden Andrews (Ford), Charlie France (New York Models) and Christian Plauche (VNY) take on the East Village as they are photographed by Arnaldo Anaya-Lucca (Defacto Inc.) for the spring 2012 issue of Fashionisto. Wearing courageous season fashions, the daring trio are captured in looks that include Givenchy, 3.1 Phillip Lim and others as styled by Marcus Teo (Defacto Inc.).
Y-3 Fall/Winter 2012 | New York Fashion Week
Translating Travels–Laying out carpets for eclectic travels, Y-3’s youth geared up for an adventurous fall/winter 2012 showing. With less attention on the obvious sports appropriateness of the label and more focus on tapping into Yohji Yamamoto’s unique design aesthetic, relaxed silhouettes opened the door to romantic layers. Blended with an urban twist, baggy fits culminated in accessible garments decorated with engaging prints. Built on a range of billowing trousers, casual shirts played the laid-back companion piece to jackets and coats, constructed as that perfect finishing piece. From structured blazers accented with printed strips to a jacket, cut from buttery soft leather or an oversize boxy coat, Y-3 approached the season with a cool aptitude, delivering a contemporary flair, laced with a stylish finesse.
Robert Geller Fall/Winter 2012 | New York Fashion Week
English Punk–Finding the inspiration of his latest collection while listening to early eighties post-punk band The Sound, Robert Geller decided to usurp the classic English mode of style for a vehicle to further push his signature design standards. A war of the loose and fitted, the mild manners of the gentleman and the rash tendencies of youth meshed together for a delightful showing. Tackling various interpretations of knickers, casual sweats and voluminous trousers were brought forth for a lively showing. Armed with prints and the occasional splash of bold color, Geller’s collection highlighted a dynamic range of garments as usual. Whether crafting a cozy grandpa’s cardigan or a belted coat, the lineup served up coveted pieces with smart details. Amongst tonal color blocking, short-sleeved cable-knits and dip-dyed fabrics, Robert Geller’s fall showing ushered in a season of sophisticated but energetic pieces.
Billy Reid Fall/Winter 2012 | New York Fashion Week
Southern Charm–A polished fall outing from Billy Reid details the whims of the modest gentleman looking for all the right pieces with a special charm. Furnished in lush fabrications with impeccable details, fall layers provide for the quaint and rugged. Employing a lineup of semi-fitted trousers alongside tweed outerwear, cashmere sweaters and sharp shirting, a new wardrobe is fleshed out with complete trimmings. Accented with fur and accessorized with the chance carryall or leather footwear, Billy Reid’s collection prompts the continuance of a sound perspective that puts the timeless hero first, whether its tailored suiting or knitwear, ready to be worn in.
Rag & Bone Fall/Winter 2012 | New York Fashion Week
The Rugged Dandy–Approaching the fall/winter 2012 season, Rag & Bone designers David Neville and Marcus Wainwright took hold of the dandy and roughed him up with a wild eye for the unkempt outdoors. Infiltrated by woodsy sentiments, fine tailoring took on a utilitarian purpose, juxtaposed with details of the modern age. Lasered fabrications and satin linings joined carefully placed leather inclusions for a notion of today’s designs. Meanwhile, relaxed trousers as well as heavy coats of wool tied into a London romanticism that is indifferent to time. A subtle twist of menswear fundamentals, the collection as a whole fueled a space for classic ideas with a hint of experimental fodder aimed at the season.
Tommy Hilfiger Fall/Winter 2012 | New York Fashion Week
Marching Forward–The men of Tommy Hilfiger marched to a different beat for the fall/winter 2012 season. Trading in the American prep that Hilfiger has become so synonymous with, the lavish collection read as a rich set off the runways of Europe. Bringing together burgundy and black, leather and shearling, Tommy Hilfiger was simply ravishing. Armed with an aristocratic flair, delicious textiles delivered a sharp arsenal of arresting pieces. Accessorized with leather riding gloves, the show kicked off with tailored jackets and coats, functional and ready to be transformed at a moment’s notice, courtesy of tear away details. Championing the leather inset and bringing the elbow patch to the front for a divinely modern look, the devil was in the details. From pleated trousers and sleeve detailing to a fetching palette of muted tones, Tommy Hilfiger created an army for the modern age, bringing the ultimate luxury to the American stage.
charlie france
Charlie France started his first season during the Fall/Winter 2009 shows as an exclusive for Jil Sander. Following, he became a Burberry favorite, appearing in campaigns for Burberry Prorsum, Burberry Brit, Burberry Sport and Burberry Black. In Fall/Winter 2010, Charlie France ranked first for walking and opening/closing the most shows.
