
ADAM–Harvey Haydon and Leebo Freeman lead ADAM’s lineup for the fall/winter 2012 show season. Continuing a trendy wave of new faces to watch out for, the men’s board is filled with strong promising talents. Returning from his first season in Paris and ready for his second stab at New York Fashion Week, John Tuite is joined by recent ADAM recruits Clement Soulas and Alex Mildner. Adding to the mix, Gaetano Martelli and Ian Jones, fantastic faces are abound for an interesting fashion week turnout.

Sartorial Layering–Daniele Alessandrini looks to smart layering for the fall/winter 2012 season. Taking the twinset and reinterpreting it for outerwear, clever jackets remain light-weight but warm with a blanket lining. Subtly mixing prints, an autumn landscape contributes to the image of a man on the go with suiting and casualwear blending together for one cohesive wardrobe. From the strong field jacket to classics like the duffle coat, Daniele Alessandrini remains relevant for the modern man with an offering of tradition and trend.

I Love Models Management–Boasting one of Milan’s largest men’s boards, complete with its fill of recognizable talent, casting directors easily have their hands full when it comes to I Love Models Management’s fall/winter 2012 show package. Beginning with classic favorites, I Love brings forth Lenz Von Johnston, Chad White and others, while in the new face department there is Louis Mayhew, Jacob Morton as well as additional talents of interest. Peppered with a recent talent explosion, there is the in-demand Bastiaan van Gaalen or Lanvin dancing man, Milo Spijkers. Bringing up the notables with Brazilian regular Douglas Neitzke or intriguing developing talent Hampus Lück, I Love Models Management has the winning formula to quite the busy fashion week.

A Take on Cool–A cool Mediterranean influence sets the tone for Jan iú Més’ spring 2012 showing. Looking out to sea for inspiration, a clean collection finds its voice in a variety of silhouettes – ranging from narrow and elongated to oversize. Whether it is electric blue, golden yellow or a pure white, Jan iú Més creates a relaxing atmosphere, in turn accomplishing a great deal when it comes to separates. Hand-dyed and dressed in vivid prints, linen suiting carries a resort feel, while shorts, knitwear and loose shirting sum up a season of great relaxation.

The Spring Caravan–The classic tale of east meets west provides the landscape for Etro’s spring 2012 collection. A season of great contrast, the soft attributes of paisley printed silk and chunky knits is met with strong lines offered by tailored suiting. Layered to perfection and infused with romance, Etro’s spring lineup matches the fluid with a masculine discourse. From wispy fabrics and structured jackets to a loafer for all occasions, Etro delivers a refined outing that boasts a great palette of prints as well as colors for next spring.

New Madison model Clément Soulas photographed by Marco Marezza