

As the tale that is spring 2011 unfolds, Burberry Prorsum continues to be the life of the party. With certain pieces like the trench as a solid staple, each season is a step above and past the last one with a cohesive theme and smart additions that feel young and current, without overdoing it. This time around, Burberry’s chief creative officer, Christopher Bailey infused the label’s timeless image with the rebellious spirit of a biker for a collection of leather and studs that somehow felt light. With a certain grace in movement and cut, Burberry’s man took yet another step ahead in a wardrobe that echoed both moments of modern sophistication and spontaneity.

Haider Ackermann’s menswear debut at Pitti Uomo was commemorated with an exotic caravan of intricate prints and regal draping. Mixing old and new in terms of both models and fashion aesthetics, shirting and knits were masterfully draped for quite the luxe outing.

Styling Charlie France for an editorial in the latest Man About Town, Joe McKenna gives the collegiate uniform a playful spin with no shortage of the male skirt. Pictured everywhere but class, Charlie takes his rebellious new look outdoors to be photographed by the talented Willy Vanderperre.

Photographing a great cast of models, new and old, Emilio Tini captures a sea of red for his most recent work on behalf of FHM Collections. Taking a cue from Tini’s glitter-filled campaign for GF Gianfranco Ferré, Juergen Zipf steps in to manage an energetic mix of substance and style featuring Aiden Andrews, Alexander Laible, Charlie France, Michael Whittaker, Nick Hinman, Nicolas Ripoll, Ryan Taylor, Tim Rueger, Tomek Szczukiecki, Vladimir Rotar and William Eustace.
Next month’s issue of Esquire España finds the perfect gentleman in British model Charlie France. With creative direction by Esquire’s Chabela Garcia, Charlie hits the studio for a modest photo shoot with Alfonso Ohnur. Donning suits styled by Beñat Yanci, Charlie finds a confident stride in sleek conservative numbers.

Photographing Amaury Baudoin, Charlie France, Jonas Kesseler, Michael Whittaker, Taras Koltun and Tom Nicon for the launch issue of L’Officiel Hommes Germany, Bell Soto gets closer to his subjects for an intimate photo shoot where clothing is optional.