Bless Autumn/Winter 2009 No. 37 Collection and Video
More and more designers are moving away from traditional lookbooks and fashion shows as the only means of showcasing their collections. The Paris and Berlin-based designers behind Bless have combined their Fall/Winter 2009 line with performance and video, shot in an empty space in Paris that had previously been both a restaurant and an office building. The result is intriguing, avant-garde and ultimately, very fun. Opting out of a runway or platform to pose upon, models here are each given a drum set and two drumsticks. Dressed in pieces from the collection, and sometimes in 3-D glasses, the models alternate between playing their instruments, simply going through the motions, or doing nothing at all. The clothing itself is experimental, oversized mash-ups of various fabrics and patterns, piled together to form new shapes and intentionally lopsided silhouettes, with an utter disregard for gender. When a fairly classic gray two-piece suit shows up, it almost makes sense in context that the male model is wearing red pumps. See the video below, and stay tuned through the end for still shots of the collection and a shout-out to the label’s interns.
Check out the video and images of the collection after the jump.
Nikolaj d’Etoiles Fall 2009 Collection
In 2003, during a sojourn in Monaco, Anders and Tobias Björkstedt were inspired to create a new fashion label. Their label, Nikolaj d’Etoiles, is driven by the ideas of relaxation, power, sex, and “the good life,” and seeks to embody a “vision of perfection.” The fall/winter 2009 line from Nikolaj d’Etoiles features a well-curated collection of items, including blazers and coats cropped perfectly at the waist, trim sweaters, and pants (often tucked into a pair of the collection’s boots).
See the rest of the collection after the jump.
Burberry Black Label Spring / Summer 2009
Burberry, the British fashion label with the iconic checkered patterning, has a history dating back to 1856. More recently, the company launched a spin-off men’s label named Burberry Black. Available only in Japan, Burberry Black is a full men’s line that continues its parent label’s tradition of offering shirts, pants, suits, trench coats, and accessories, but is geared towards a younger audience. The spring/summer 2009 collection from Burberry Black is now available, but if you can’t travel to Japan to see items in person, the label’s ad campaign and Web site should give you a good idea of what it has to offer.
See more of Burberry Black Label Spring Summer 2009 after the jump.
Frapbois 2009 Fall / Winter Collection Preview
Contemporary fashion label Frapbois give us an exclusive peek at their autumn/winter collection. Featuring a mixed-up casual approach for the cold months ahead, the Japanese brand preview a range full of prints and fabrics this season, which showcases patched denim, cotton shirts with woolen vest prints, printed tees and chinos tucked into leather Timberland-style boots. Hit up ZOZOTOWN for information on pre-orders.
See the rest of the preview after the jump.
Kolor Fall/Winter 2009 Collection
Kolor presents a Fall/Winter 09 collection with an emphasis on comfort. The Japanese label opts for relaxed fits throughout in its chunky sweaters, flecked wool rolled-hem jacket and roomy flannel pants. The most slim-cut trousers have substantially more give than most of the skinny fits seen in other collections in recent years. The color scheme is fittingly soft, as well, with neutral grays punctuated by pale reds and greens. Even the line’s two-piece suit is unpretentious and easy. Paired with the label’s white-soled boots or sneakers, Kolor is a perfect way to settle cozily into fall.
See more of the collection after the jump.
Issey Miyake Fall Winter 2009 Collection
Since the company’s creation in the 1970’s, Japanese label Issey Miyake’s style has been heavily influenced by imagination and technological advancements in the manufacturing of clothing. Issey Miyake’s fall/winter 2009 men’s collection stays in line with the company’s past. The collection places well-tailored items like blazers and suits alongside more technical styles like loose-fit cargo pants and camouflage coloring. The fall/winter collection also includes jeans, trench coats, and polychromatic suits and jackets.
See the rest of the collection after the jump.
Soulland ‘Jorgensen’ in Black
23 year-old Silas Adler started Soulland at the age of 17. With no formal design education, Adler has developed the label from homemade t-shirts to a full men’s collection, and has been nominated as Denmark’s best upcoming designer and Scandinavian talent of the year. With the “Jorgensen” jacket, Adler has created a lightweight, cotton pullover. Details include multiple pockets and drawstring adjustments. The black “Jorgensen” has a polka dot print and is now available at Goodhood.
Flaph Spring/Summer 2009 Collection
Japanese brand Flaph is back with a Spring/Summer 09 line that both pays homage to and updates the bold patterns and pieces that have become preppy staples. Plaid features prominently, from a rich green, yellow and red shirt jacket, to earth-tone pants and several options in button-downs. The outerwear stands out in the collection, as well, including a three-button blazer with vertical stripes in navy and red and a two-tone green raincoat. The line steers clear of the ever-popular slim fit, opting for a roomier cut, most notably in a pair of wide patchwork shorts, giving the clothes a casual feel. The range is rounded out by a contrast, five-button polo in black and white and a classic tennis sweater. Visit www.flaph.com for details on where to buy.
See the rest of the collection after the jump.
3sixteen 2009 Fall Lookbook Preview
As we continue to make the slow, hopeful trek toward the warm summer weather, New York-based label 3sixteen, like much of the fashion world, is looking well beyond into the fall. We’ve previously shown you a video 3sixteen put together while shooting their Fall 2009 Lookbook around the city, and now they have provided a preview of results. Featuring an array of smart, heavy-duty outerwear, denim, shirts and accessories, the look is clean and classic, with enough understated design detail to keep the clothing up to date. A gray shawl-neck pullover with a wood toggle-fastening stands out, echoing the collection’s own wool duffle coat. For those of you already dreading the inevitable segue from August to September, at least you will have this to look forward to.
See the rest of the lookbook after the jump.
Wood Wood Carrara Bag
Carry-alls and totes maybe the more stylish options for holding your things at the moment, but a good backpack will always be more reliable when you want to be hands free. The Carrara Bag by Wood Wood is both a stylish and functional option that features white trims, buttons, padded shoulder straps, and a main compartment with a drawstring closure. There’s also a lid that can be fastened with a buckle and smaller pockets that can be zipped up. The bag comes in white and navy and is now available at Oipolloi.
