December 2011
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2011 // Friends, Meetings, Laughs, Tantrums //...
And so once again it’s Old Year’s Night. We’ve turned another notch forward on the ever spinning circle of the years and whether you are young or old you’ll probably be saying how the year has once again flown by. How indeed next year will be your year (that is unless of course you happen to be Ryan Gosling, this year was most definitely his), how come this time next year...
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Tom Ford // OWN Visionaries // Documentary
Style Forum Special from Music Guy on Vimeo.
Ok so its 41:32 seconds long. I’ve not watched all of it yet, but I’ve seen the trailers. This is Tom Ford, and the video is great insight into his mind, his creative process and more. Shot by the Oprah Winfrey Network the trailers alone caused great excitement amongst the anyone interested in fashion and this great designer.
It’s...
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Milan Menswear // Dolce & Gabbana // Handpicked //...
It is without doubt exciting times this Christmas at Bainser.com HQ, (that sounds like I have some swanky office my MacBook on my lap isn’t quite as glamorous if more truthful). Over the last two years I’ve ranted and raved about Menswear. The rights and wrongs, I’ve gone to fashion shows, fallen in love with styling details, interviewed some inspiring individuals such as Nick...
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Mr Start // Shirt Collection // Spring Summer 2012
On Friday Mr Start gave a soft launch of their new standalone shirt collection. I was early and got to speak to Philip Start before others arrived. It’s without a doubt always a pleasure to hear someone so enthusiastic about product, what they do, and what they create. Chatting to him about the thoughts behind the collection and how the brand was growing was great to hear, optimism is a...
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Vukmirovic // New Magazine // WANT!!!
I want this new magazine, now! I also need to figure out how to get some freelance work for them. *begins plotting evil plan*
thefashionisto:
(via Fashion for Men #1 by Milan Vukmirovic)
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Love Brand & Co. // Trunks for Trunks // Swimwear
Ok so yes it’s most definitely chilly and with the snow and sleet on the way. In fact in just over a week it’s actually Christmas! Like proper Christmas, not the overly protracted run up that feels like it starts just days after Easter these days. I can only imagine what it must be like to be a parent with overly hyped up children. Yes the magic of Christmas is beautiful in their...
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Bainser's Design Work // Mine // Dandy Line...
It’s been a long time since I’ve done one of these posts. But here’s a look at some of my own work, sketches and designs. Though my core style values have remained the same I’d definitely say things have evolved since I sketched these. Unfortunately my most reason work is embargoed by the office. I’ll try and sneak somethings through in the new year, but by the...
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Armani | Exchange // Twentieth Anniversary // A|X...
Last Thursday Armani Exchange celebrated twenty years of being the most boisterous member of the Armani family, and like any good twenty year old they pushed back the sofa, and invited their best mates round to have an epic party. Though being Armani Exchange, their mates just so happened to be the likes of Rizzle Kicks, Dionne Bromfield, Zawe Ashton, and Jack Fox.
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Murdock London // Murdock Man // Necessary...
Last week the very lovely crowd at Murdock London invited me along to the launch of their new online magazine The Murdock Man. The party was conveniently located in their delightful Covent Garden store a strong armed stone’s throw from my office. A refined party on the way home will always warm my heart. Unfortunately the powers that be decided my afternoon and early evening would be spent...
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Kim Jones // Winner Menswear Designer 2011 // BFA
Last week Kim Jones won Menswear Designer of the year 2011 at the British Fashion Awards. It’s the thrid time he’s won this accolade and it is well deserved. The panel cited him as being instrumental in enhancing menswear this year and when you look at his debut collection at Louis Vuitton you can see why.
Photo Credit: Style.com
Before working at LV, Kim dragged the British...
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British Fashion Awards // Winners // Brief Rundown
This week saw the British Fashion Awards descend on the Savoy hotel in London. In terms of sheer glamour and style it is quite rightly one of the top awards shows in town. Being the fash packs Oscars everyone and I mean everyone dresses to impress, it takes the sartorial nonsense (and by nonsense I mean genius) of London Fashion Week to whole new heights. After all in the sprints to your allocated...
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Billy Reid // Mr Porter // Party
It’s been a busy time of late, but that’s no excuse for not regaling the tales of a marvelous party. When the love folks at Mr Porter drop you an email inviting you to a night of festivities its best to clear your calendar for that night. And in fact the following day. Not one’s to launch a new label on the quiet Mr Porter likes to make a bit of a song and dance when something...