
Mode for the Decades–Photographer Emilio Tini’s Backstage crew makes an appearance in GQ Italia. Channeling the decades in various ensembles from this season’s varied collections, Adrien Sahores, Baptiste Radufe, Bastiaan Van Gaalen, Charlie Timms, David Hlinka, Duco Ferwerda, Ethan James, Greg Nawrat, Jakob Wiechmann, James Chuter, Jamie Wise, Jesse Shannon, Karl Morrall, Keno Weidner, Kim Dall’armi, Lenz von Johnston, Matt King, Milo Spijkers, Paris Nicholson, RJ King, Sasha Weissenborn, Thomas Bukovatz, Tomek Szalanski and Victor Nylander are brought together.
Project Boy–Photographer Emilio Tini turns it out like no other can, approaching an ambitious number of boys for a new filmed project entitled The Backstage Project. Sitting for the black & white session are Adrien Sahores, Baptiste Radufe, Bastiaan Van Gaalen, Charlie Timms, David Hlinka, Duco Ferwerda, Ethan James, Greg Nawrat, Jakob Wiechmann, James Chuter, Jamie Wise, Jesse Shannon, Karl Morrall, Keno Weidner, Kim Dall’armi, Lenz von Johnston, Matt King, Milo Spijkers, Paris Nicholson, RJ King, Sasha Weissenborn, Thomas Bukovatz, Tomek Szalanski and Victor Nylander .

Playing Shapes–Ports 1961 designers Fiona Cibani and Ian Hylton pull together a meticulous collection focusing on sharp lines, construction and varying proportions. Cast in a somber gray palette, the label’s leading man lives up to the classic image of Saville Row. Donning double-breasted suits and clad in outerwear, cut with a minimalist hand, Ports 1961’s gentleman embraces a smooth season that plays tailored tradition against playful exploration. From narrow, well-framed jackets to a final roundup of voluminous coats, Ports 1961 introduces a season of function and spontaneity for a modest success.

High Ambitions–Ready for new heights, designer Kean Etro looked to the mystical Pegasus as the starting point of his latest collection. Marrying the extravagant use of feathers to Etro’s signature prints, the rich affair brought forth quite the avid imagination. Beginning the show with eveningwear, monotone brocade gave way to not only richer prints, but feathers turned out as jackets, scarves, ties and other pieces. From the dark palette of gray and black to a sampling of the warm sun’s rays, Etro explored the color spectrum, even going as far as a fiery red. From overcoat and vest to shoes, the devil was in the details. Masterfully mixing prints and textures, the collection was presented with personality, depth and ultimately the fine qualities of the modern-day gentleman.

Fine & Dandy–Gucci creative director Frida Giannini looks to the nineteenth century for the inspiration of her latest collection. Mixing various references, Giannini arrived at what she refers to as Bohemian Grunge. If course with no expense spared, the Gucci man was sent on this path with the ideal trappings for a luxe fall season. The vision of smart simplicity, crewneck sweaters and modest jackets made for the perfect contemporary suiting statement while ornate floral prints created a tapestry of enrichment. Dressing pants and jackets for quite the sartorial debut, Gucci’s prints were just one of the season’s treasured motifs. Working with velvet, silk and brocade, the show was rounded out by a nod at aristocracy, crafting pleated trousers and fitted jackets for the ultimate season of luxury.

The Business of Style–Ermenegildo Zegna tackles the wardrobe of the professional for the fall/winter 2012 season. From board meeting to impromptu plane flight, an evening out or even the slopes on vacation, Zegna’s man is ready for any occasion. While suiting dressed in a Prince of Wales print finds a classic streak with strong lines, essentials like the trench are updated with soft leather accents and an oversize silhouette. Honing in on the details, trousers with the cuff turned up reveal a printed lining that reinforces the collection’s fine attention to style. As jackets are prepared for the cold with quilting, chic numbers like a loosely cut cape jacket resonate well with Ermenegildo Zegna’s man who transverses the path between steadfast tradition and playful modernity.

Lenz Von Johnston debuted in Milan during the Fall/Winter 2008 season as an exclusive for Prada. In the same season, he became the face of cK by Calvin Klein alongside supermodel, Lara Stone. He has also walked for Alexander McQueen, Thom Browne, Yigal Azrouel, Louis Vuitton, Versace and Moschino. Lenz has appeared in V, VMAN, i-D, Vogues Hommes Japan, Man About Town, 10 Men and Vogue Nippon. Born in Germany, Lenz starred in campaigns for Mulberry Spring/Summer 2009 and Hilfiger Denim Fall/Winter 2010.