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Porsche Design Fall-Winter 2016/2017 Menswear collection
Porsche Design Plans to Become Leading Premium Brand for Casual Elegance and Functionality in Men's Fashion. Casual yet elegant designs for the global business traveller. With its new Fall-Winter Fashion Collection, Porsche Design is focusing on the needs of the modern man.
High-end menswear by L.B.M. 1911
L.B.M. 1911 is an Italian high-end menswear brand, combining casual elegance with tailoring quality, high level of innovation and attention to detail. The brand offers luxury ready-to-wear pieces and personalized made-to-measure service.
Ageless Elegance for Fall-Winter 2016/2017 by Brooksfield
In the next winter collection Brooksfield lines up generation-less garments, designed to create a concept of relaxed elegance to everyone who wears them: father and son can share them because each contributes their own personalities to their outfits.
The most stylish men at Pitti Uomo 89
It is an undeniable fact that at Pitti Uomo in Florence you can see the most stylish men. Last week I visited Pitti Uomo 89 and saw it myself. Below you can find a selection of the most stylish men in my opinion. What makes them look so well? Read what are the most important things that distinguish them.
The black suit is not in fashion
Speaking about the men’s suit trends, the first and most important thing that you should remember is - the black suit is not in fashion and will not be any more. Beside that it has many disadvantages (one of which is that black clothes can put years on you) nowadays it also shows bad taste and lack of personality and imagination. Since made-to-measure suits gain a very big popularity and you can select your suit fabric among thousands of colours and patterns, to wear a black suit just shouts that your suit is cheap and outdated.
Milan Men's Fashion Week: Vivienne Westwood Fall-Winter 2016/2017 collection
'Our MAN Fall-Winter 2016/2017 collection is titled 'Be Specific' drawing inspiration from Vivienne's goal to save the climate, save the world and her fight against the criminal politicians. This campaign symbolizes Vivienne's recent campaign about Bankers, Giants (business), and Criminals (Politicians)'.
The Ecuadorian Corozo buttons
The large fruits of the tropical palm of the genus Phytelephas, which is also called 'tagua' or 'corozo' hide several brown seeds with very hard white core. It is very similar to ivory and that's why it is called 'vegetable ivory'. Local craftsmen produce wonderful miniature sculptors, valuing the similarity with the precious material.
Pitti Uomo 89 - A spectacular Fashion-Art composite, or How the elegant man feels like a cathedral
Pitti Uomo gives stage not so much of the foisted fashion trends, but it's more like a chivalrous tournament between men who is the most elegant. That's why the eyes are crossed like rapiers and the arrogance is followed by unconcealed curiosity. But the protagonist is not so the elegant man but the taste...
Mariya Christova - an aspiring illustrator from Amsterdam
Mariya is the Art Director of Men's Fashion Cluster in Amsterdam. In 2000 she graduated university in Bulgaria where she got a Plastic Arts (sculpture), Fine Arts and Art history diploma. After spending time abroad she decided to stay and live in Holland.
Milan Men's Fashion Week: Prada Fall-Winter 2016/2017 collection
Last night during the Milan Men's Fashion Week / Milano Moda Uomo, running January 15-19, 2016, Miuccia Prada mixed for her label's show the presentation of Men's fall and Women's Pre-Fall collections - 'Gender is a context and context is often gendered'.
Are men's suit brands, designers, tailors and retailers competitors or partners ?
Interview with Martin Yordanov - business consultant and owner of the most modern factory for men's suits in Europe - Richmart.
The World's first Menswear Master's Degree program is coming Fall 2016
The University of Westminster is going to start the world's first Menswear Master's Degree program the upcoming Fall season. It will offer a two-year studying dedicated entirely to the men's clothing. The program will be led by Ike Rust, who previously served as the Royal College of Arts head of menswear design.
Milan Men's Fashion Week: Emporio Armani Fall-Winter 2016/2017 collection
'Elegance is not about being noticed, it’s about being remembered' - In a line with this motto, Giorgio Armani has just presented in Milan Emporio Armani's sport elegant menswear collection with Alpine style references for the 2016/2017 cold season.
Milan Men's Fashion Week: Versace Fall-Winter 2016/2017 collection
'The new universe of Versace - Fibre optic tracksuits, space-age metallic trenches, sleek tailoring and astrological prints. The Versace Fall/Winter 2016 man is a pioneer and his ambition is as big as the universe', says brand's statement.
Pitti People: Vladimir Ștefan Popa
During this year's edition of the trade show Pitti Uomo, you could meet all kinds of interesting personas - stylish, different, elegant, dressed to impress. One of them was Vladimir Ștefan Popa - he is an Author & the Creative Director of the men's fashion blog The Essence of Style.
PittiUomo 89 - The fast fashion changes the rules
This year PittiUomo was visited by more than 35 000 visitors from all over the world. All the exhibitors presented fantastic Autumn/Winter 2016/2017 collections of men's suits, jackets, pants, coats, shoes, belts, bags, accessories, etc. The exhibition was also a place where Woolmark, the Australian wool association, presented latest wool trends and their prize award.
Pitti Uomo 89 - The trade show
The world's most important platform for men's clothing and accessory collections and for launching new projects in men's fashion, Pitti Uomo, is currently running (January 12-15, 2016) in Florence, Italy. Be Global Fashion Network is on spot to show you the atmosphere of the event and to reveal the key trends and directions in men's fashion business.
Bespoke and Made-to-measure by Dunhill
Britain is the crucible of modern tailoring and Alfred Dunhill is proud to continue offering the ultimate in menswear, both through Bespoke and Made-to-Measure. Reflecting the origins of the brand in saddlery, customisation of leather pieces and the creation of unique Bespoke items uphold the heritage of the brand in a contemporary and luxurious way.
Juun.J Menswear collection at Pitti Uomo 89
As BGFN previously reported Juun.J is the Menswear Guest Designer at Pitti Immagine Uomo 89. The Korean designer presented his latest works on Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at the Stazione Leopolda.
"Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue" by Burberry
Mercury prize winner Benjamin Clementine performs live as Burberry unveils its latest Menswear collection in London. Burberry revealed its latest Menswear collection, named “Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue,” at its custom-built venue in London’s Kensington Gardens. The collection was a celebration of the unification of the brand’s different ready to wear labels and styles.
Federico Curradi is Pitti Uomo 89's Pitti Italics
Pitti Italics is one of the Pitti Immagine Uomo projects - the program through which the Fondazione Pitti Discovery promotes and supports internationally promising new generation Italian fashion designers. At this edition the spotlights was turned on FEDERICO CURRADI of Florence who has a decade of experience with the most prestigious names in fashion, from Ermanno Scervino to Iceberg, in his résumé.
2015 Who Is On Next? Uomo winner Vittorio Branchizio at Pitti Uomo 89
'At Who Is On Next? Uomo we were very impressed by Vittorio Branchizio's career and his innovative talent for knitwear that blends artisan skill and contemporary styling. We are happy to offer him our stage so that he can show his new collection to the Pitti Uomo audience', said Lapo Cianchi, Pitti Immagine Director of Communications and Events.
Quality Fashion design education with a strong focus on Industry engagement by Whitehouse Institute of Design Australia
Positioned as Australia's premium institute for design education across fashion, interiors and creative direction and styling, The Whitehouse Institute of Design, Australia, offers atelier styled workshops with small class sizes, one-on-one engagements with students and the nurturing of each individual student's strengths to enable them to be employable and make a significant contribution to the future of the industry.
Golden Globes 2016 - the suits of the celebrities
We show you, some of the best outfits on the Red Carpet during the most famous events during the year. It's time for the awards Golden Globes 2016, where we spotted some really eye-catching suits on the ceremony.
British Fashion: Casely-Hayford
The Casely-Hayford House has been founded on two simple phrases: English Sartorialism and British Anarchy – phrases which embody key elements of the English character.
Korean Fashion: Songzio
SONGZIO is a Korean fashion brand founded in 1993 by Zio Song, the brand's chairman and creative director. The brand is based in Seoul and Paris, participating in both Paris Men's Fashion Week and Seoul Fashion Week.
Martin Greenfield Clothiers - Hand Tailored Clothing from Brooklyn
Martin Greenfield Clothiers, Ltd. is a Brooklyn manufacturer of hand tailored men’s clothing. The Company was founded in 1977 by Martin Greenfield when he bought the factory from his former employer, GGG Clothes. Mr. Greenfield had joined GGG in 1947 as an entry-level floor boy, ultimately rising to Vice President of Production before buying out his former employer.
Celebrities' style: FIFA Ballon d'Or 2015 Winner Lionel Messi
Lionel Andr?s 'Leo' Messi is an Argentine professional footballer, born Rosario, Argentina, in 1987. He plays as a forward for Spanish club Barcelona and the Argentina national team and yesterday (January 11, 2016) won the 2015 FIFA Ballon d'Or award for the world's best player for the fifth time. This makes Messi the only football player in history to win the FIFA Ballon d'Or five times, four of which he won consecutively, and the first player to win three European Golden Shoes. '
SCABAL - The Pursuit of Perfection
'Noble Fleece is more than just an incredibly superior Super 200's wool. Noble Fleece is the culmination of several years' technical and social planning, all in pursuit of creating the world's finest, and most socially responsible luxury cloth'.
Do Santa's dwarfs exist? Yes, Richmart Junior proves that
Everybody asks if Santa exists, but no one asks if his dwarfs exist. Have you ever seen toys, made by Santa's dwarfs or all the toys and Santa's presents are Made in China? I think you know the answer but it is not correct any more. Now there is a collection that is Made in Lapland by Santa's dwarfs. It is the collection of children's suits Richmart Junior.
Menswear and accessories for Fall-Winter 2015/2016 by Ermenegildo Zegna
Although we already dream about the long sunny Summer days, let us remind you that astronomically the Winter has just began, sooo the Fall-Winter 2015/2016 collections are still on focus. Let's see Ermenegildo Zegna's menswear and accessories offers for this cold season...
Turnbull & Asser - quality bespoke suits from New York
It is not just the physical craftsmanship behind a Turnbull & Asser shirt that makes each one so special - it is also the people behind the brand. Read on to find out about the figureheads of our design and production teams, and learn the century-long history behind T&A.
5 things to look for in a suit
We've talked a lot about the importance of a well-fitting suit for the man, but let us remind you, the Top 5 key elements, that you should take in mind, when choosing the perfect suit, summarized by Thom Browne X The Woolmark Company.
Italian Fashion: Pal Zileri
Inspired by timeless Italian heritage and echoing the designs of new Creative Director MAURO RAVIZZA KRIEGER, Pal Zileri sews together traditional craftsmanship with avant-garde style and advanced techniques—a vision we call AVANT-CRAFT.
Men's suit accessories by Thomas Pink
Brand's men's formal shirts come in the generously fitting Classic, the streamlined Slim Fit, and the skinny Super Slim Fit. More relaxed styling is found in the Casual and Polo shirt collections. In addition, the company offers a wide variety of high quality men's suit and shirt's accessories to finish your perfect look. You can choose from a range of Cufflinks, Cuff knots, Ties, Bow-ties, Pocket squares, Handkerchief, Scarves, Belts and much more.
German Fashion: Brachmann Spring/Summer 2016
The label BRACHMANN Menswear reworks the classical male wardrobe by playing with hybrids, silhouettes and details. With a strong signature educated by architecture, the label deconstructs classical menswear staples and recomposes them while looking for inspiration in the Bauhaus-Style, contemporary art and popular culture.
Cotton is considered the dirtiest crop in the world because of the heavy use of pesticides
'Cotton is considered the world's dirtiest crop due to its heavy use of pesticides. Worldwide, cotton covers 2.5% of the cultivated land and cotton growers use 16% of the world's pesticides. Eight of the top 10 pesticides most commonly used on U.S. conventionally produced cotton were classified as moderately to highly hazardous by the World Health Organization.
Emmett London - high quality men's shirts and accessories
Emmett's shirt are produced using the finest fabrics available and manufactured to the very highest standards. Each shirt range is made in a limited edition of 25 and new styles are available each week. The range of accessories offered by Emmett London includes: Ties, Pocket Squares, Cufflinks, Handkerchiefs, Collar stiffeners, Silk knots, Bow ties & dress studs, Scarves and much more.
Michael Andrews - bespoke suits in New York
Michael Andrews' custom suits are handmade in own bespoke workshop by our team of expert tailors. Each of bespoke suits (and other garments for that matter) feature the finest old-world craftsmanship and hallmarks of quality
Arnold Henri fashion photographers
Arnold Henri Photographers is a full-service company producing high quality catalogues for fashion labels. It is based in Beernem, Belgium. Studio's product range includes: Prepress & lay-out, Catalogue, brochure, Billboard, Poster, Leaflet, Flyer, Etc., Proofing ISO, Posters and Displays, Press Kits, Visual material on our ftp server, Web content and advice.
Celebrities' style: David Oyelowo
David Oyetokunbo Oyelowo is English actor, producer, director, and writer, born in Oxford, England, in 1976, to Nigerian parents of Yoruba ethnicity. On the Red carpet, David is always elegant and he is definitely not a big fan of the Black tie dress code. The actor usually wears monochromatic attire, often - a well-fitting three-piece suit, combined with a matching tie or bow-tie.
Larusmiani Men's collection for Spring-Summer 2016
This Summer for the Larusmiani man is hot and colourful. He takes on torrid city temperatures in a tasty palette of refreshing fruit colours. Brightening the wardrobe are lime, papaya, and also wild berries and figs. He is ready to leave for an adventurous, poetic journey, always in pursuit of versatile elegance that wonderfully combines bespoke tailoring and luxury sportswear.
Key Menswear Accessories Trends for Spring/Summer 2016
Men’s fashion trends for 2016 in the accessories are characterised with boyish looks and versatile styles. See the top 4 trends.
Gary Franzen - bespoke and made-to-measure-suits from Las Vegas
Gary Franzen Custom Clothing specializes in bespoke suits in Las Vegas. Your suit will be hand cut and bench made by expert tailors, right here in our shop, to your exact measurements. We also offer a full line of custom shirts, sport coats, slacks, tuxedos and accessories. We serve customers in Las Vegas, Reno and the Los Angeles areas. If you are visiting Las Vegas and want a bespoke suit please call for special arrangements.
Chittleborough & Morgan - Savile Row Bespoke Tailors
Roy Chittleborough and Joe Morgan are master tailors and the owners of Chittleborough & Morgan - a traditional bespoke atelier at Savile Row, London - There is no ready-to-wear and there are no anonymous customers. There is only Bespoke.
Huntsman & Sons - Bespoke craftsmanship from the heart of Savile Row
The entire bespoke process takes place on spot - the cutting room and workshops are in the heart of the premises. The front shop presents house's ready-to-wear collections and accessories range as well as their array of cloth bunches, suitings, tweeds and bespoke samples.
Colin Firth is the winner in Most Stylish Men 2015 - Category Cinema
Colin Andrew Firth is an English actor, born in Grayshott, Hampshire, England, in 1960. His most memorable role so far has been the 2010 portrayal of King George VI in 'The King's Speech' - a performance that earned him an Oscar and multiple worldwide best actor awards. His style, personality and achievements won him the prize for Most Stylish Men 2015 in Category Cinema!
Q Clothier - quality suits from Texas
One of the USA's leading purveyors of custom menswear, Q Clothier creates luxury suits, slacks, sport coats, shirts, furnishings and more. Q's unique combination of retail stores along with a national team of professional clothiers allows Q to present clients with the ultimate in customer service.
Zinedine Zidane is the winner in Most Stylish Men 2015 - Category Sport
Zinedine Yazid Zidane (a.k.a Zizou) is a retired French footballer and current coach of Real Madrid Castilla. Zidane was named the best European footballer of the past 50 years in the UEFA Golden Jubilee Poll for his 'elegance, vision, ball control and technique'. His style, personality and achievements won him the prize for Most Stylish Men 2015 in Category Sport!
Sir Cliff Richard is the winner in Most Stylish Men 2015 - Category Music
Sir Cliff Richard is a British pop singer, musician, performer, actor and philanthropist. He is the third-top-selling singles artist in UK Chart history, behind the Beatles and Elvis Presley – he has sold more than 250 million records worldwide and has total sales of over 21 million singles in the UK. His style, personality and achievements won him the prize for Most Stylish Men 2015 in Category Music!