Paul Boche by Richard Jensen for Metal Magazine
Chic in the City–Bananas model Paul Boche hits the city for a story published in the latest issue of Spanish magazine Metal, which has been styled by Charlotte Brière. Outfitted in pieces from the likes of Giorgio Armani, Prada and Louis Vuitton, Paul is captured by the lens of photographer Richard Jensen, displaying a wardrobe that includes a range of deconstructed suits and leather pieces. From dusty hues to optical white pieces, including warm browns and timeless camel looks, Paul delivers an easy chic image. /Hair by Mori Takabayashi. Makeup by Mayumi Oda.
Nicolas Ripoll & Paul Boche by Virgili Jubero for Commons & Sense Man
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.
Simon Spurr Fall/Winter 2012 | New York Fashion Week
English Rooting–Looking for the foundation of his fall/winter 2012 collection, Simon Spurr turned to images of London by Robert Frank. Taking into account early twentieth century style and heading down a modern course, references that include Tommy Nutter’s reinterpreted suit of the 1960’s come into play as Spurr dissects suiting for a relevant edge. Bringing together rich burgundy, brown, navy and other solid colors for a collection dressed in plaids and tweeds, subtle updates were introduced. From leather trousers and a magnified hounds tooth print to a signature penchant for fabric insets, Simon Spurr’s latest efforts resulted in a sound showing, highlighting a sartorial flair juxtaposed with modern sentiments.
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.
Alexandre Plokhov Fall/Winter 2012 | New York Fashion Week
Dark Truce–Staging his debut runway show for his namesake label, Alexandre Plokhov kicked off the evening with dark glamour taking the reigns. Creating svelte figures, clad in black, slender trousers came together with long skirts, paired with elongated tops. From a sleeveless apron-cut blazer and asymmetrically fastened jacket to ultra-glam accessories that included both gloves and shawls, Plokhov treated the New York audience with a rebellious gamble before showing a hand at more structured wears. Loosely tailored, the pin-striped suit made an appearance, featuring an offbeat silhouette … a fitted cropped jacket, plunging neckline, complete with trousers featuring a loosely draped crotch. Blending suiting with tunics and knitwear, Plokhov made the return to more bold garments by the collection’s end, experimenting with silhouettes and shape for a structured uniform, juxtaposed with slick leather for a strong final impression.
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.
paul boche
Paul Boche has walked for some of the biggest names in fashion including Roberto Cavalli, Prada, Ann Demeulemeester, John Galliano, Jean Paul Gaultier and YSL. He has been featured in Vanity Fair, bmm, 160g, Dazed & Confused, and the catalogue of A.P.C. Born in Germany, Paul became the face of Lanvin en Bleu Fall/Winter 2010.
