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Tom Ford’s New York Store
Posted by Contributor in Cities, Fashion on April 23, 2007
Earlier this month the Tom Ford New York store opened its doors for the first time, located on Madison Avenue. Tom Ford himself was present giving personal tours of the 1930's inspired shop full of not only the designer's menswear creations but also decor from his own collections, such as beaver-skin rugs and Lucio Fontana artwork. According to Tom the store's appeal will be based on "exceptional service and immaculate clothes." Other features available to you while you shop include the fact that everything is customizable (from clothes to fragrances), a wet bar, and if you get hungry during your appointment? Well there's lunch delivered by a maid or butler.
Via Luxist
Gucci Designers Prepping Mobile Phone of Their Own?
Given the LG Prada's rise to fame, it wouldn't surprise me if Gucci felt a little bit of envy and decided to jump in on the designer cell phone bandwagon. Still, the picture looks a little suspicious to me and you can't really tell whether the "Gucci phone" is a clamshell, slider, or touch-screen like the Prada. Either way, it'll be interesting to see what features this phone will have and whether anyone (aside from celebs of course) will care to buy one.
Romain Jerome Watches Will Feature Titanic “DNA”
Watch company Romain Jerome has taken a page from the book of Krone Pens with their new DNA of Famous Legends collection. As Krone did previously, Romain Jerome is creating products that have a connection to iconic figures in history. Their first model in this series is the Titanic DNA watch. It is partially made of oxidized steel from the Titanic and titanium from the future Titanic II at the Harland and Wolff shipyards in Belfast. The watch uses an automatic La Joux-Perret 8235 movement with a 42-hour power reserve.
Classic Gucci Drivers, I’ll Take A Pair Of These Amazing Shoes!
Neiman Marcus is promoting the driving shoe as one of the top men's trends for spring. We like them not just because they're trendy, but because they have a timeless style and a look of easy, but elegant, comfort to them. Gucci's Drivers illustrate these characteristics perfectly. The shoes are made of soft, supple leather and have rubber soles to keep your feet firmly on the ground wherever you decide to stroll to. They have a bit of detail on top, which keeps them looking a little bit dressy. Opt for chocolate brown (pictured) over black, for a more versatile spring-fall shoe. Price: $390.
Spring ’07s Most Desirable Items
Posted by Contributor in Fashion on February 27, 2007
From Men.Style.Com eight fashion buyers give you their taste on the most desirable menswear this Spring. Such as pictured above, Helmut Lang anorak, "This rendition of a famous Helmut Lang anorak deftly integrates the DNA of the house while updating it with a less precious approach. The reintroduction of the Helmut Lang brand is a great thing, and this is a must-have for every hip urban warrior." Click on the link below to see more from Bloomingdales, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks Fifth Avenue, Jake, Odin, South Willard, the Archive, Arrive and Barneys New York. As always, give us your feedback, see garments that are sure to pop or do you have a style you think will be the most desirable this season, then tell the world.
Dry Cleaning Your Clothes: What Are Your Recommendations?
Posted by Ken in Fashion, Miscellaneous on February 26, 2007
In answering the common question “What should and what shouldn’t be dry-cleaned?” there is one universal answer that can be applied to all garments: Mostly everything can be dry-cleaned in moderation. The high drying temperatures and chemicals used in the dry-cleaning process can directly damage your garment or slowly decrease the lifespan of it.
So, while it may be easier to leave that suit with your trusted neighborhood dry cleaner rather than try to remove those unattractive creases yourself, be aware that in the process you’re ruining your clothes.
Here is a rundown of how those delicate garments should be laundered.
Sweaters
Dry cleaning isn’t a very beneficial option for getting those stains out of your knitwear. The chemicals used in the dry-cleaning process will shorten the lifespan of knitwear — this holds especially true for cashmere.
Alpha: A Shop For Guys
Darren Gold and Christos Garkinos created this modern-day haberdashery for guys who don’t want to sit in L.A. traffic for hours on end to get what they want. “This is a shop for guys where you can find everything you need under one roof,” says Gold. They created the kind of dream study—complete with leather-back lounge chairs, antique wallpaper, and a fireplace—that makes the perfect backdrop for their streamlined clothes. A.P.C. hoodies, Y-3 zip-ups, track jackets, and rumpled Steven Alan T-shirts are no-brainers. And sleek iPod travel accessories, wineglasses, and Tivoli radios make for good gift giving, even if it’s for yourself.
Preppy Style: Is it in or out this Spring?
What matches perfectly with a Nantucket summer, sailing, and elite Ivy League schools? If you've noticed polos, khaki shorts, and sporty accessories, then you've got the answer: preppy style.
Preppy style may be a trend, but it's also a classic look. Preppy never truly went away—although we can say that it was lying dormant before it surfaced again. The preppy look first surfaced as a true trend in the late 1970s through 1980s, after sportswear and athletic gear was accepted and adapted into casual wear.
Ski Clothing Fashion Guide: What’s some of your favorite gear?
Facing cold weather and trying to be fashionable can make it far more difficult. Let's face it: skiing can be a tricky sport to master, and the wardrobe makes it a lot more challenging. No one wants to be cold, especially when we are trying do something active, so a bit of planning before you hit the slopes can go a long way.
Underneath it All
Why bother going all-out for outer layers if you're wearing your baggiest sweater underneath?
Start with updating your underlayers. Long johns and thermals are nothing like their twenty-year old counterparts, so get shopping for slimmed-down long johns and fleecy separates in the smartest of fabrics. Try fabrics like Capilene from Patagonia, which is made from recycled synthetic fibers and wicks away moisture. Buy warm underthings at REI or L.L. Bean.
Trend: Tailored Clothing Look
Crisp, tailored clothing haunt the streets in one of this season's most successful looks. From clean white to crisp khaki, these highly trimmed-down, slimmed-down looks are exactly what you need to make a statement.
A smart look was achieved by a virtual army of designers this season, so if you're looking for a way to look smart, tailored clothing is most certainly your best bet. From Margiela to Ervell, we're seeing a very neat, clean-cut look on the runways—and on the streets, too. What Savile Row preached for years is now embraced by every major house.