
Douglas Neitzke got his big break when he walked Prada Spring/Summer 2008. He has since walked for Tim Hamilton, Dior Homme, Giuliano Fujiwara, Z Zegna, Dries Van Noten and Lanvin, amongst others. He became the face of Giuliano Fujiwara and Longchamp for Spring/Summer 2010. Douglas was also the face of Adidas SLBR Label Fall/Winter 2009 campaign. This Brazilian has appeared in Dazed & Confused, L’Officiel Hommes Italia, Vogue Hommes Japan, GQ Italia, Man About Town, Contributing Editor, Interview and VMAN.

Growing Up in Changing Times–Cultivating a cheeky mix of inspirations, the latest collection from agnès b chronicles the experience of growing up and upgrading to the inevitable wardrobe of cherished suiting pieces. Beginning with a touch of chic Grecian times and progressing to the fantastic imagery of men ready for that step into business, jovial colors and a general relaxed nature come together for a contemporary onslaught of menswear with regards for generations, old and young.

The Tailored Man–Accenting a tailored vision with luxe fabrications, Kris Van Assche presents a clean showing for Dior Homme’s spring 2012 season. An attentive eye to suiting is a Dior mainstay, but where this season really shines is Van Assche’s fine execution of the simple basics. Outside impeccable tailored lines, the collection shifts into a functional mode with shirting effortlessly cut from leather and silk. Combine the easy shapes with a stable of alluring accessories as well as the draping of paneled outerwear and the new spring season is a modern delight.

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.

One Life to Live–Kris Van Assche looks to the laid-back lifestyle of Los Angeles for his latest collection to hit the catwalk. Calm, cool and collected, Van Assche’s idea of youth translates into relaxed suiting for those initial steps of maturity. Constructed from lightweight cotton and linen, the loosely slung lineup delivers the usual suspects with an effortless attitude and this season’s print of choice–the pinstripe. Adding great subtleties like volume in the sleeves, button detailing or curved hemlines to a fluid range, Kris Van Assche’s men are ready to bask in the eternal sunshine of California.