Oliver Spencer – Fall/Winter 2009
British men’s fashion label, Oliver Spencer, have several new looks from their Fall and Winter collection circulating on many blog networks. The tailoring and construction stand as a benchmark of quality among other British brands.
His latest collections, which he states as “Man at Sea,” reference a rugged, yet elegant approach to modern city fashion. There are several traditional and utilitarian inspirations and fabrics used to redefine some classic garments. The styling featured in our selected images showcase the masculine identity Spencer defined by using crumpled suiting, layering and use of heavy knitwear.
Available exclusively from Oliver Spencer’s stores in New York, London and online, as well as the Monocle shops in LA and London.
See the rest of the selected images from the collection after the jump.
Supreme Sagamore Parka
For their Fall 2009 collection, the New York label incorporates the lifestyle of an outdoor sportsman into their line. The popular Sagamore Parka may strike a resemblance to items from outdoor clothier companies such as L.L. Bean or Eddie Bauer. The Sagamore is a waterproof cotton ventile with an all cotton lining. It’s pretty standard in style and function with four front utility pockets, combination zipper and snap front closure and adjustable hood and cuffs. But it’s simplicity in utility and wearability that is the allure of this pioneer in streetwear. That is why Supreme still remains a premier label in the subculture. Available at Supreme’s online shop.
Ralph Lauren – Spring 2010
As shown in seasons past, Ralph Lauren incorporates the unique lifestyles from all of his heralded lines: The distinguished and luxurious Purple Label, the sophisticated and urban Black label and the classic American and sporty Polo Blue label. Each are laudable if examined independently, but one could arguably choose to sort the lines in a hierarchy (if by sophistication or price).
There was expertly tailored suiting for the Purple Label noting the sleek, black, 3-piece suit with paisley tie as an example. The overall silhouette is slim and features slim lapels. The addition of the vest and pocket square also heighten the elegance of the entire look. Another standout look is the navy pinstriped button-up with matching pants. This is sportswear for the Purple Label, but it’s the apparent fitted shape and refined tailoring which distinguishes it from the other Lauren lines.
Images from Men.Style.
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Spurr – Spring 2010
Simon Spurr showcased a very polished and tailored collection for men’s sportswear at New York’s Fashion Week. His Spurr collection encompassed a complete wardrobe featuring slim knitwear and button-up sport shirts, outerwear in various materials such as leather and suede, denim and suiting that was casual and formal. This is a line that would translate well into the major public retail stores – a compliment, I assure you. The color story was overall neutral with the exception of some slacks and shirting in pink or peach and some of the yellow knitwear.
Images from Men.Style.
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Post Overalls – Fall/Winter 2009 Jackets
Post Overalls is helmed by Takeshi Ohfuchi, and the primary design idea for his label is deeply rooted in vinate work clothes. It is his reverence to the old-world craftsmanship and industrial aesthetic of the Machine Age in 1920’s America that evokes a romanticism and masculinity in all of his pieces.
Images of his latest jackets have surfaced on sites like SlamXHype which display this great character. In the images following the jump, you’ll be able to have a look at the Engineer Jacket (a Post Overalls / Post O’alls mainstay), Sea-Cruz Parka and Engineer Jacket2 XX. It’s details such as the stitching for the pockets and the buttons that standout.
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Band of Outsiders – New Fall/Winter 2009 Items
Popular Singaporean store, Surrender, posted images of some new in-store pieces from Scott Sternberg’s Band of Outsiders Fall/Winter 2009 collection. These items include several gingham, denim, plaid and western shirts. Also available are sleek black and charcoal two-button suits, an interesting duffle/pea hybrid coat and smart-looking gray, wool sportcoats with elbow patches.
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Polo Flannel Mohawk Jacket
The Polo Flannel Mohawk Jacket exudes the prestige of the Ralph Lauren label by incorporating some luxurious materials. The coat is constructed of soft, grey heathered wool with a contrasting chocolate corduroy collar. The inside featues plaid lining and suede-trimmed pockets. The construction is also superb as the waistband in the back gives a slim silhouette. It’s intriguing how there are certain elements of an elegant long coat and a casual jacket that are fused to make this such a wonderful piece.
The Flannel Mohawk Jacket is available online at the Polo site for $1595 USD.
Robert Geller Video – Interview with Soma Magazine
In a video with Soma Magazine, menswear design star, Robert Geller, touches base on numerous topics including his early motivations, his maturity while at the famed Marc Jacobs and a devout love with his Hamburg futbol team (that’s soccer to you, Westerners).
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Nom de Guerre – Fall/Winter 2009 Campaign
The images from Nom de Guerre’s Fall / Winter 2009 collection have surfaced the web already, but the New York-based label is continuing to advertise with newer and fresher presentations. Their latest campaign has beautiful taken photos showcasing the military-inspired line and its impeccable craftsmanship. It’s a sea of gray, oatmeal, olive and black that breeds that rugged identity. Among these regimen-ed looks, there are exceptionally beautiful separates including shawl-collared knitwear, button-up cardigans, soft-textured pullovers and crewnecks and an outstanding cable-knit sweater that contrasts the starkness of the many looks. See the rest of the images after the jump.
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waste (twice) – Fall 2009 Looks
The Fall 2009 looks for Waste(twice) ,as featured on Anout Commune, are assembled to reflect the workwear and outdoors design aesthetic that has been synonymous with the successful Japanese brand. The neutral tones in grays, oatmeal, khaki and navy don’t pop, but the styling is striking and incorporates wonderful pieces such as wool trousers, short peacoats, duffle vests, wool blazers with piping details, and canvas jackets.
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