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New York Men’s Day Fall/Winter 2018

by John Stolen

New York Fashion Week kicked off with a bang, as it has recent years, with New York Men’s Day (NYMD). The bitter February wind whipped through sequins and shearling (and sequined shearlings) as the fashionistos, editors, and influencers made their way to Creative Drive’s Sand Studios on Water Street. A modified Gandhi quote from Creative Drive’s CEO (“Be the action you want to see in the world”) emblazoned on the wall opposite life-size action figure boxes gave context to the ‘grammable boxes in which guests posed – “You are our action figures,” a sign read at the end of the short, introductory, interactive exhibit.

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Illumination PR NYFW Celebrity Beauty Bar

by xoJohn

Our friends at Illumination PR kicked off a NYFW with a fabulous Beauty bar, held in the Penthouse suite of The Time New York Hotel in NYC. The two-day beauty bar was hosted lots of media and celebrity guests like Christina Milian, Morgan ‘Careless Morgan’ Hanbery, Emma Myles, Doctor Mike, Eden Sassoon, Danielle Staub, Richard Kind, Maggie Geha, Chelsea Spack and so much more.

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Last week, during New York Fashion Week: Men’s, The first ever Blue Jacket Fashion Show took place at Pier 59 Studios. This charitable fashion event benefitted Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF). Money raised will go towards funding cutting-edge research that will save, extend and improve the lives of not only prostate cancer patients but other cancer patients as well.  The Blue Jacket Initiative founded by Frederick Anderson and Laura Miller (Anderson/Miller) is a national awareness campaign designed to demystify and create a platform to openly discuss men’s cancer issues.

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#NYFWM: Grungy Gentleman Fall/Winter 2017

by xoJohn

Grungy Gentleman debuted their his Fall/Winter 2017 collection during his NYFW: Men’s runway show at White Street NYC on Thursday. DJ Drewski of Hot 97 and Love & Hip Hop fame, spun a playlist of mixed genres while guests sipped on Hennessy cocktails before the show started. Designer Jace Lipstein showed off his many collaborations which included, Grungy Gentleman x Knicks, Grungy Gentleman x Rangers, and Indiana University collections. The looks included Grungy Gentleman x Timberland & Grungy Gentleman (available starting February 17th) x ISlides footwear, Grungy Gentleman x Mitchell & Ness hats, and Maui Jim sunglasses.

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#NYFWM: Landlord Fall/Winter 2017

by John Stolen

Remember High School? Wait – remember that song “Bring it All To Me”? Who was that by? Blaque? There was that line “Are you feelin’ my timbs, my baggy jeans…”

LANDLORD’s Fall/Winter 2017 collection throws me right back into the middle of that – driving around in my 1986 Suburban with my bffs, each and every one of us wearing Timbs and baggy jeans. We were so cool. Sixteen year old me would have gone HAM on this collection, though, because it’s everything I had never (and always) dreamed of. Metallics, cool brights, jeweled embellishments, a sparkly sequin smiley face woven into the hair on the back of one model’s head – seriously, give me a time machine and an unlimited budget and my teenage self would be off the charts happy. But that’s just one side of the collection – the luxe, bedazzled, embellishments and accents, like the lavender (faux?) fur coat (layered under a moss green, canvas utility jacket).

The other side continues the utilitarian theme of the previous 2 collections from this label. Congruency is important in defining a fresh-faced label such as LANDLORD, and to see it so early in is both promising and indicative that it may have some staying power. That said, the first thing that comes to mind is the image of a little boy playing dress-up in his daddy’s closet (tho, maybe that says more about me). Delivering trends is a business decision – imbuing trends with a twist that literally makes the wearer look as though they absconded with papa’s trench, is an artistic license that I’m delighted LANDLORD took. #daddylessons

-John Stolen

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#NYFWM: Krammer & Stoudt Fall/Winter 2017

by xoJohn

‘In this season of profound change politically and socially, it seemed appropriate to focus on the invisible among us, unfortunates who piece together a way of life by forging relationships not
necessarily familial, but just as strong, and express themselves creatively and to the world as a
tribe, a united front against the injustices dealt them. Their expression is rebellious, permanently youthful, with extreme resilience to the elements and the circumstances they must overcome to survive. They are known for moving around the country by very old fashioned means, by hopping freight trains.

We were introduced to this tribe of modern day vagabonds via living in the Western cities of Los
Angeles, Austin, Taos…they seem ubiquitous in these places. The photographer Mike Brodie documented his time amongst them in a body of work called ‘A Period of Juvenile Prosperity’and his imagery was a strong visual influence on the collection. Warm but muted tones, open landscapes, raw and rustic textures. Creative Director Mike Rubin’s fondness for the Scottish-born artist Peter Doig, specifically his Works on Paper, most recently seen at Michael Werner Gallery in NYC, played a part in the inspiration for the palette of the AW17 collection.’

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#NYFWM: David Hart Fall/Winter 2017

by xoJohn
The FW17 David Hart collection was created with private clients in mind. “I’ve curated a collection of looks that will be worn on the red carpet during award season. Men are more and more interested in making the best-dressed lists and having that special red carpet moment. The collection is a reflection on how men will be dressing during this season’s award shows.” says designer David Hart.
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#NYFWM: Max ‘n Chester Fall/Winter 2017

by xoJohn

The Max ‘n Chester Fall Winter 2017 collection tells a sophisticated, compelling story based on the brand’s four pillars of fabric, design, silhouette, and comfort. This season reflects music’s influence on fashion through the decades, specifically the punk and grunge periods. Oversized sweaters and a palette of blacks and charcoals are a direct nod to that influence. Ultimately, the line reflects designer and founder Peter Trainor’s personal aesthetic. “What I wear is what I design. It’s the fabric that inspires me more than anything,” says Trainor. Incorporating bold new patterns and fabrications as well as introducing outerwear and sweater options for the first time, the designer says of the collection, “Anyone can look good in a suit, but fashion is about how you articulate yourself with the wardrobe that you have, and this collection gives the wearer the ability to do that.” The fall winter collection explores new silhouettes for both men and women, all working to achieve an effortless, elegant aesthetic for the confident wearer striving for individuality.

The men’s collection is the most vivacious yet, incorporating a lovely green color story with dark hunter greens, olives, and camels which prove to be a bright compliment to the blacks, charcoals, and navys that Max ‘n Chester notoriously utilizes in their fall winter collections. Pops of brown and burgundy also make surprise appearances as well as eye catching polka dot and striped suits. Buttery corduroy and faded camouflage come together in a military inspired jacket and an adventurous aztec-printed set give the men’s line a fresh look. Never before seen waist coats, painters shirts, and hunter jackets are strong additions to the classic blazers and pants that have become the brand’s trademark. Max ‘n Chester is known for using only the best Japanese sourced materials and this season they introduce mohair, moleskin, two-sided jersey, and wool bouqlet which are no exception to the rule. The collection is all about texture and layering, shirts have uneven hemlines and oversized sweaters are meant to be worn over blazers for a look unique to the brand. The fall winter 2017 men’s collection is the largest and strongest compilation yet from Max ‘n Chester.

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