
Traditional Leanings–Strong traditional British suiting is on the schedule for Paul Smith London’s fall 2011 collection. English heritage comes into play as usual with a focus on fabrications featuring cords and tweed. Complemented with “life-style pieces” like vintage bow-ties, semi-precious cuff links and leather belts, the collection is one of the more formal of Paul Smith’s offerings.

Fall Beginnings–Leading up to the turnover of seasons, Burberry Prorsum is the first label out the gates with an early look at their fall 2011 campaign, starring d1 model Thomas Penfound photographed by Mario Testino.

about his 3rd collection, matthew miller explains, “he claims after being rescued from the crash by nomadic tartar tribes men, who wrapped his broken body in animal fat and felt and who nursed him back to health” …
the young & talented british designer’s collection for the fall 2011 season is ruled by a functional yet fashion-forward aesthetic : a contemporary exploration of modern masculinity where tradition meets hi-tech, chic blends with performance, casual mixes with tailored, insulated jersey joins leather, finest wools face karabiners & engineered rope prints, colour blocks hit concrete grey …
once again shot by ian higginson and starring new face elliott dillon @ m±p the lookbook was styled by steve morriss …

If anything, fall 2010 was the season of the character. While designers such as Kris Van Assche upheld his solemn but romantic hero, brands like Guess tapped into a general appeal with a nod to Elvis. Meanwhile, Versace shook up their image with a modern tryst with leather and longhair. From fun and games with Ellen Von Unwerth and a meeting of the new Hilfiger family to simple backstage moments at Etro, the season came to fruition with modest strides in design, but an abundance of wealth in terms of personality and attitude.

The temperatures may be dropping, but the retail calendar dictates a shift towards spring and with that comes the sales. Modeling the latest from Zara, Sam Webb dresses for a cozy winter outing with a hint of a militaristic motif. Visit Zara.com for sale prices or head out to your nearest store.

Gen Huismans (PMA/Tony Jones) and Pete Bolton (Models 1) front the current campaign from Hamaki-Ho. Sporting a mix of casual and formal styles, the duo strike an impressive chord with an easy modernity.