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 .

Earth Matter–Looking to the work of Canadian photographer Edward Burtynsky for inspiration, James Long found a rocky reference after revisiting Quarries. Translating stones and debris into a fantastic collection starting point with fine textures and rich colors, Long delivered a visual treat. Hip and youthful, the range’s first signature marker belonged to low slung trousers, crafted in voluminous fits. Paired with paneled outerwear, many fabrications and prints came together, creating subtle gradients and worn factions. Weaving in a knit like no other, Long’s trademark made a strong impression with delicately executed pieces offering a fierce point of view, whether paired with a tasselled scarf or constructed as a minimal twinset. Altogether, a cool effort for the designer, the collection proved a success, exuding a unique effortless attitude, complemented by excellent continuity and workmanship.

Shore Style–Summer arrives early as Lyle & Scott showcase their current lineup with photography by Mark Kean. Pacing the beach-side, Charlie Timms and Karl Morrall are styled by Elgar Johnson. Sporting youthful styles with a British sensibility, the pair are outfitted in madras-dressed separates, gradient-dipped polo shirts, striped tees and other character pieces.

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.

Marching Forward–The men of Tommy Hilfiger marched to a different beat for the fall/winter 2012 season. Trading in the American prep that Hilfiger has become so synonymous with, the lavish collection read as a rich set off the runways of Europe. Bringing together burgundy and black, leather and shearling, Tommy Hilfiger was simply ravishing. Armed with an aristocratic flair, delicious textiles delivered a sharp arsenal of arresting pieces. Accessorized with leather riding gloves, the show kicked off with tailored jackets and coats, functional and ready to be transformed at a moment’s notice, courtesy of tear away details. Championing the leather inset and bringing the elbow patch to the front for a divinely modern look, the devil was in the details. From pleated trousers and sleeve detailing to a fetching palette of muted tones, Tommy Hilfiger created an army for the modern age, bringing the ultimate luxury to the American stage.
