
Jacket Fever–Bananas model Nicolas Ripoll appears in a story featured in the April 2012 issue of GQ France. Styled by James Sleaford, the Argentinean model is lensed by photographer Giovanni Zaccagnini for a story focused on jackets, intended as the key-pieces that define this season’s style. From safari-inspired pieces, to immaculate deconstructed suggestions, Nicolas plays with different styles, displaying the coolest ways to wear this timeless garment.

Cozy Chic–Virgili Jubero photographs Bananas models Paul Boche and Nicolas Ripoll for his latest fashion story published in the spring/summer 2012 issue of Commons & Sense Man. For the editorial, stylist Shino Itoi plays with classic and neutral hues, focusing on relaxed sweaters, quilted jackets luxurious crocodile pieces.

Printed Hearts–Nest model Nicolas Ripoll endures a printed fever for the latest edition of Sleek magazine. Photographed by Roman Goebel with styling by Christian Stemmler, Nicolas is clad in fun spring designs from Versace, Prada and other famed fashion houses.

There Goes My Mind–Photographed by Fred Jacobs, Nicolas Ripoll stars in a Viktor story. Juxtaposing a serious moment or two with relaxed fashions, the Bananas model is styled by Andrej Skok, sporting long coats, paired with easy knits for a sharp finish.

Desert Chic–Casey Taylor and Nicolas Ripoll are recruited for Club Monaco’s spring/summer 2012 lookbook, showcasing styles for the months of April, May and June. Retreating to Big Sur, California, the handsome pair are outfitted in casual ensembles that take in elements of their environment for a noble feat. Accessorized with Clarks, Converse and other befitting options, light-weight chinos, crew necks, relaxed blazers as well as other accessible essentials come together for an effortless Club Monaco showing.

The Young Road to Luxury–Bringing Paris Fashion Week to a close, Swedish label Acne embarked on a collision course of young and old for a collection that peppered the classics with a free spirit. With layering playing a key component to the season’s wardrobe, interesting fabrications were utilized. From quilted shirting employed underneath a boxy short-sleeved sweatshirt to pleather worn with a formal overcoat, a rebellious quality was achieved with great subtleties. Piling on the sweaters and producing tops with varying sleeve lengths for the ultimate combination of pieces, Acne brought together tapered trousers, oversize blazers as well as suiting shorts for a highly wearable feat.

Mother Agency: Bananas (Paris)