
The Natural Inclination–His third collection, American designer Todd Snyder creates comfortable sportswear that mixes casual essentials with more formal pieces for the perfect adaptive wardrobe. On the textured front, wools, tweeds and speckled knits are served up in an earthy color palette while distressed denim is juxtaposed with semi-fitted trousers, some boasting cargo pockets. In addition to a smart offering of shirting, ideal for occasions with or without a tie, the collection is rounded out by sharp outerwear, ranging from the tailored trench coat to the mid-length overcoat.

The Don of the Season–With luxury and glamour as his forte, Tom Ford enlists Hampus Lück, Jonas Kesseler, Mathias Bergh and Wojciech Gorski for a commanding autumn outing. Making for a ravishing collection, texture and finish are shown in fine form with the season’s sharp essentials dressed in rich hues of charcoal. From tweed and fur to silk, Ford’s signature flair for tailoring wraps up a spectacular offering.

Baja Style–Ralph Lauren looks to the spirit of Cape Cod juxtaposed with a Bohemian flair for their spring/summer 2012 Denim & Supply outing. Adding promising up and comer Hampus Lück to last season’s cast of Christian Brylle, Randy Lebeau and Thiago Santos, the lineup is perfectly portrayed with an artisan touch. From soft washed fabrics and a stealth nautical motif to an eclectic array of separates, Denim & Supply executes a relaxed collection of smart pieces.

Wilhelmina–Mastering the art of the perfectly maintained men’s board, Wilhelmina lends New York Fashion Week undeniable stars such as Clement Chabernaud and Jon Kortajarena. Treasured amongst the ranks are familiar faces James Smith, Taylor Fuchs and Matthew Hitt as well as countless others. In the new faces department, Wilhelmina charms no doubt with this season’s Givenchy star, Chris Moore and striking up and comers like Taylor Cowan. Rounding out their lineup with welcomed models such as Vladimir Ivanov and Reid Prebenda, Wilhelmina solidifies a phenomenal track record in the stars department.

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.

In the Dark–Bart Grivvy, Lucas Goossens, Hampus Lück, Kacey Karrig, David H and Jake Madden assemble for a look at spring’s shirting options, led by WWD fashion editor, Alex Badia. Photographed by Eli Schmidt, the lot wear narrow, fitted silhouettes from the likes of Perry Ellis and Gant. / Grooming by Martin Christopher Harper.