John Varvatos, acclaimed menswear designer and fashion mentor on NBC’s new fashion reality show “Fashion Star,” will receive the 2012 Spirit of Design Award at the Philadelphia University Fashion Show. The Spirit of Design Award is presented at the Philadelphia University Fashion Show to a prominent and influential designer. This prestigious award, first given in … Read more
Lanvin Menswear Fall Winter 2012 2013 show: a collection with distinct appeal For the Fall Winter 2012/2013 season, Lanvin brought in Paris soft tones broked up with bold stripes and touches of red. Strong tailored silhouettes are confirmed with high waisted trousers with sharp overcoats. Join LuisaViaRoma and watch the Lanvin show from the front row. … Read more
Destruction breeds creation: Jefferson Hack and TOD’S to reveal the perfect shoe both for men and women TOD’S reveal the teaser trailer for Jefferson Hack collection Jefferson Hack the founder of Dazed and Confused magazine has turned his hand to design. He created a footwear collection in collaboration with Tod’s. The purpose of the partnership … Read more
Between France and Italy, the men’s wear business is “ready-to-war,” says Suzy Menkes in her latest article dedicated to men’s wear booming. The French luxury companies have seized the opportunity to ally with Italian savoir-faire. PPR, the luxury group headed by François-Henri Pinault, completed its 100 percent purchase of the Italian men’s wear brand Brioni. … Read more
“Zaha Hadid: Form in Motion” now exhibited at the Philadelphia Museum of Art through March 25th, highlights the architect’s product design within a unique atmosphere. Creating for the first time in the states her own setting for an exhibition, the first female Pritzker Prize winning architect developed an ‘undulating structure of finished polystyrene with vinyl … Read more
British luxury footwear and accessories brand Jimmy Choo has announced the opening of its first men’s only store in London. Located in Burlington Arcade, the 300 sq ft store opens next week and will extend across two floors, and will offer a complete assortment of Jimmy Choo men’s shoes. “I want it to feel as … Read more