
Minimal Unrest–Disrupting the lines of Patrik Ervell’s trademark suiting, disruption set in with the label’s hero striking a chord for rebellion. Weaving in garments that surprisingly gave the collection an urban edge, Ervell’s man marched on as quilted outerwear took up the part of protective gear and technical fabrics caved into the modern age. Echoing militant sentiments with pieces swaying from structured and fitted to loose, a range that included sharp shirting, a grounded series of trousers and an evolving array of jackets stole the show, setting the tone for a serious fall with an eye for strong style.

In the Details–The man of Timo Weiland is afforded a collection of streamlined attire for the label’s latest outing. Carrying out contemporary cuts, decorated in a well-versed palette of colors and prints, easy layers provide wardrobe staples in abundance. From fitted trousers and button-down shirting to crew-neck sweaters, fundamental design for the modern man wins out with extra attention poured into suiting. Making a statement with an intricate print, minimalist design caters to the garment of today, easily garnering a repeated second look.

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.

New York Model Management–Among the usual suspects who have proven to be casting favorites, ranging from Alexander Johansson and Philipp Bierbaum to Charlie France, New York Model Management gets a fresh boost this season with several hot commodities fresh off the runway from Milan and Paris. Racking up shows left and right this month, Andrey Smidl comes out on top as one to watch, followed by new faces Onnys Aho, Todd Taylor and Jordan Postrel.

School of Lim–3.1 Phillip Lim made the return to its youthful zest for the label’s Parisian show. Reinventing influences from the sixties, designer Phillip Lim churned out desirable separates at an unwavering moment’s notice. Laced with fun, baseball jackets, transparent duffel coats and sleeveless suit numbers contributed to the collection’s identity. Embracing a digital motif and putting his boys in creepers, Lim produced an army of angst-ridden style aficionados. Parading a dominant palette of white with bursts of varied colors, pleated fitted trousers fit right in alongside an eclectic convergence of styles for a rewarding fall season.

New World–Looking to bring a new dimension to his celebrated vision on tailored classics, Giorgio Armani revamped the standard silhouette, embracing stretch fabrics and loose fits for fall’s collection. Accenting a familiar black and gray palette with bursts of bright blue, Armani’s man was immediately sharp, but relaxed as separates made the move between traditional and modern. While velvet pants ballooned in shape, only to fall into a tapered finish, the double-breasted jacket was at once laid-back. Altogether a seamless mix of two worlds, Giorgio Armani’s fall/winter 2012 collection turned out a phenomenal showing that pitted impeccable construction against bold design.