Friday, June 4, 2010 7:36AM - By Meieli Detoni

The Charlie & Petey editorial in Russian GQ combined the best of color and fit for summer. If you are the daring type, take this look as far as your want in terms of pattern on pattern and elongated silhouettes. Whether you´re also playing photog or you´re just on your way to the beach, similar ensembles will do you proud. Will you be trying the high-waisted, pleated trousers with a safari vibe, or just sticking to the brights? [via modeman]
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Thursday, June 3, 2010 1:30PM - By Meieli Detoni

Magical crystal pendants and rough-cut rings? We can get behind that, especially when there’s a haunting lookbook to boot. Fata Morgana is the Italian name for Morgan le Fay, an Arthurian sorceress and healer. Each of the pieces shown here are equally as mystical, with black stone like obsidian and big, polished rocks finding their way as accessories in the 2010 mix. Young Hunting’s collection campaign was shot by Benn Wood and directed by Candice Agius. [via coute que coute]
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Tuesday, May 11, 2010 4:27PM - By Meieli Detoni

The North Face and Champion thought it wise to get together with Japanese label nanamica this spring, and we agree. You definitely don’t need to rough it to take advantage of some of their more outdoorsy pieces, like in-tune-with-the-surroundings green shorts and a survivor-style bright yellow shell. Namica also embraces light pink and heathered tees this May, so there’s a lot to browse. Stay safe with the traffic-cone orange vest. [via hypebeast]
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Monday, January 25, 2010 3:34PM - By Meieli Detoni

Warrior’s footwear for S/S 2010 is versatile, unisex, and very clean. If tennis whites are what you’re after, why not get them wrapped up in a collection of four different models with flexible, comfy rubber soles? These new styles, planned for the warmer, sunnier part of 2010, will be available in seven different colorways. Options are good, but sometimes they’re too good: are you going to get two pairs of these shoes, originally designed for Chinese athletes? [via hypebeast]
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Thursday, January 21, 2010 2:45PM - By Meieli Detoni

This gorgeous watch design was originally conceived by Longines for Charles Lindbergh’s first non-stop flight across the Atlantic. At the time, the 1933 chronograph featured enough “high tech” additions to help Lindbergh on his way. The Lindbergh Atlantic Voyage Chronograph is offered in steel or gold, has a 42-hour reserve, and is water-resistant to 30 meters. A great gift for an aviation enthusiast… or for yourself. [via modeman]
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Tuesday, January 19, 2010 3:37PM - By Meieli Detoni

Cole Haan’s newest footwear at (capsule) in New York is just what we were hoping for… glossy and high-quality, with a good deal of detail for those of us who live for it. Retro fun gets served up with more than a small side of interesting, including leather treated with all the usual stitching, molding, hammering, and punching. Saddle bucks and loafers look mighty comfortable this time of year. [via selectism]
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Monday, January 18, 2010 4:06PM - By Meieli Detoni

Neil Barrett’s collection had urban-friendly pieces blended with rocker fashion for Fall 2010, and while the collections don’t rely on color shock, they do make use of unexpected textural combinations. Some pieces blended fabric with leather blocks and patches in new styles best paired with tough boots (a must-wear) and body-conscious trousers. [via hypebeast]
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Friday, January 15, 2010 1:57PM - By Meieli Detoni

Erik Brunetti and FUCT deliver a preview of the FUCT SSDD S/S 2010 collection, a diffusion line with lots of working-man inspiration. SSDD, standing for “Same Shit, Different Day,” features a touch of Americana in basic pieces like button-up shirts, tees, and lightweight jackets. Get a glimpse of some interesting fabric inspirations after the jump, too. [via hypebeast]
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Thursday, January 14, 2010 10:11PM - By Meieli Detoni

Acne’s Lookbook for Spring/Summer 2010 is quite the treat. Ice-cream colors complement denim and shaped blazers; scarves, necklaces, satchels, and lightweight overcoats are used to dress up casual pieces in sandy tones. Accent colors like red and yellow appeal to those who prefer some pop in their weekend outfits. What do you think about the necklace at far right? [via modeman]
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