
Simple Plan–The equestrian and rebel collided for Tim Hamilton’s latest Redux outing. Blending comfortable wear, which he does so well, with more structured separates like the tailored blazer, fall’s outing provided a sporty aesthetic with sleek attributes. Laying out ready to layer shorts, joggers, crewneck sweaters and other pieces, a clean-cut offering provided for endless options. Whether it was a cheeky logo tee with graphic banter, paired with a leather biker’s jacket or a striped dress shirt nonchalantly thrown together with white pants, cropped above the ankle, Tim Hamilton crafted an easy wardrobe of interchangeable garments featuring a certain youthful cater.

Request–Turning to photographer Stefani Pappas once more to capture the creative for this season’s show package, Request lends their boys a little edge with a subway shoot — not that they need it. With regular bad boys Yuri Pleskun and Cole Mohr available for the fashionable plunge, Request keeps their board in top shape. There’s the always popular David Agbodji, the strapping Arthur Kulkov as well as standout up and comers, ranging from Misa Patinszki to Baptiste Radufe. Add to the mix, a fast-rising Jesse Shannon or recent Request recruit Willy Cartier and you have an agency packing solid muscle, the fashion variety if course.

Beyond the Hype–Request models Mikus Lasmanis and Cole Mohr are joined by New York Model Management’s Ty Ogunkoya to be tailor-made in the Kenneth Cole Reaction fall 2011 campaign. With photographer Jason Nocito behind the camera, the boys have a little fun in a mix of sharp suiting and casual fall wears.

Stepping Up–Taking to the streets once more, Gansevoort specifically, Buckler revealed a new offering that not only showcased the modern aesthetic the label is associated with, but a hint of a more sophisticated image. Drawn up in a somber color palette, the slouchy, draped efforts of Buckler were married to a notion of business, mixing sharp tailored jackets with drop crotch trousers. Fitted and lengthened, the low slung collection of accessible garments made an impact with a cohesive ease in style and function.

Special Request–Led by the charm of both Arthur Kulkov and David Agbodji, Request manages to achieve the balance of the infectious boy next door and that new face, ready for that choice blue-chip campaign. From Prada exclusive RJ King to CK’s new squeeze Benjamin Eidem, Request has the talent for any setting.

Shadow Walkers–Brittain Ward, Mikus Lasmanis, Reid Prebenda and Will Defiel step into the spotlight in the latest issue of Seventh Man. In a striking contrast of light and dark, Thomas Whiteside masterfully captures the elegant silhouettes of the group with the help of stylist Nicolas Klam.

Mikus Lasmanis is best known for his appearance in Calvin Klein’s CK Jeans Spring/Summer 2009 controversial campaign. It pushed him to new heights, starring in many editorials for 10 Men, Contributing Editor, Out, VMan, Vogue Hommes Japan, GQ, 160 Grams and Acne Paper. Mikus became one of the faces of Rayban Fall/Winter 2010 and Diesel Fall/Winter 2010. He has walked for Roberto Cavalli, Ermenegildo Zegna and Pringle of Scotland.