MARGARET HOWELL SS11 MEN’S PRESENTATION
In the busy world of fashion schedules and presentations - Margaret Howell always manages to provide a welcome friendly retreat. The spring-summer 2011 collection was shown on Sunday, (a very hot) last day of men’s ready-to-wear in Paris. An ever-evolving collection for spring summer 2011 was displayed in their own store on the Place de la Madeleine alongside design classic homeware and furniture pieces. Key looks included Linen knits, fisherman’s jacket, spot print sea-island cotton, garment dyed separates, chambray washes, double-pleat trousers and ‘the shirt-jacket’.
Many of the journalists admitted to being avid fans of the brand - eagerly selecting their personal favourites ahead of collections arriving in-store next year! Margaret was also on hand to discuss her inspiration, design and life in general.
Brand events, Fashion and Paris
MODUS LOVES… ADAM KIMMEL AND GEORGE CONDO WINDOW DISPLAY AT COLETTE
I couldn’t resist stopping and taking a few pictures of this window display at Colette in Paris on Saturday - these eerie creations are the work of artist George Condo for menswear designer Adam Kimmel for his AW10 collection presentation in February, and now sending shivers down the spines of passersby on Rue Saint-Honoré...
Fashion, Modus Loves and Paris
LI XIAOFENG PORCELAIN POLO FOR LACOSTE
Oh I do love a work trip, especially in our industry. No sooner had we touched down back in Blighty from a successful (and let’s say very…er…’sociable’) trip to Milan, than Modus was herded onto the early morning Eurostar to Paris for Lacoste! They were celebrating the showcase of their AW10 Holiday Collectors collaboration at the Musée des Arts et Métiers with Beijing-based artist Li Xiaofeng, who creates bespoke pieces of clothing from broken and discarded shards of Chinese Porcelain. Consider it a form of fashion-meets sculpture-meets representing East-meets-West in aesthetic. He has been challenged by Lacoste to create a classic polo in his signature artistic language, from which a print will be made of the resulting porcelain formation, and transferred onto a limited edition range of polo’s, available in the UK from November!
And of course, in true Lacoste style, what better way to celebrate than with a party…
Adam Bellenger
Brand events, Fashion and Paris
CALVIN KLEIN SS11 MENSWEAR ARTICLE OVER AT DAZED DIGITAL
David Hellqvist writes “Calvin Klein heritage is a strong one, and Italo Zucchelli has done a good job sustaining the almighty power that lies within the Calvin Klein name. Not only that, Zucchelli has pushed the boat out of late and his SS ’11 collection on early Saturday afternoon saw him create a look of his own. Naturally, it was always going to be clean, simple and minimal lines, but there was a distinct step towards loud colours, such as mint green, a delightful blue and a deep purple shade.”
CANALI SS11 MENSWEAR COLLECTION MILAN
A theatrical vignette awaited editors at Canali yesterday, an homage to Fellini. Models descended onto the catwalk to the soundtrack of La Dolce Vita and Nino Rota, 1960s Milano the inspiration behind the collection models stood in silhouette in the arched windows of Rome’s Via Veneto.
Finely tailored suits with a natural Canali elegance, contemporary style that is enriched by antique traditions and modern tailoring.
Natural fabrics and slim lines ran through the collection in the form of soft jackets with natural shoulders in classic summer hues beige, taupe, underbrush green with bright mustard highlights. Grey and blue are alternated with black to create softer but impeccably cut and finely constructed suits. All topped off with a suitably chic Borsalino panama and Persol sunglasses.
We can’t wait until they’re available in the new flagship Canali store in London!
Fashion, Milan and Runway Shows
PRINGLE OF SCOTLAND SS11 MENSWEAR COLLECTION MILAN
PRINGLE OF SCOTLAND SS11 MENSWEAR COLLECTION MILAN - JUNE 21
The SS11 menswear collection returns with a unique showcase at galleria CARLA sozzani and marks another important step in reaffirming Pringle of Scotland’s’ position as a global luxury brand. The main concept of the collection takes the simple theme of creating a comp lete look made from only one fabrication to form a strong statement – an interpretation across product categories.
Clare Waight Keller comments “This season was really about looking into the classic fabrications of a man’s wardrobe and giving them a new context. The idea of total look but in an informal way was something that I explored in depth, and has resulted in fabrics being used across every element. A shirt is worn under a sweater made of the shirting worn under a trench made of a waxed shirting, the translation of the fabric making the familiar completely fresh and surprising.”
The colour palette, inspired by both Derek Jarman’s film ‘Blue’ and the classic men’s ‘denim’ is the prominent colour story. Complimentary neutral palette of stones, melange greys and whites complete the story.
Throughout, denim is reinterpreted and referenced in its various forms and guises. Waxing on outerwear is another key story - Traditional fabrications, not usually associated with outerwear, are taken and waxed to create super light rainproof outerwear pieces.
New knitted techniques are incorporated into the collection with an intarsia argyle in melange silk and represented in tonal faded blues. The ladder mesh seen in the womenswear AW 10 collection is developed albeit with a masculine interpretation. The iconic twinset is reinforced and is echoed with the concept of underpinning matched with a knitted over piece in the same fabric.
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PRINGLE OF SCOTLAND PRIVATE VIEW - MILAN - FRANZ FERDINAND
Milan, 21st June, Pringle of Scotland showcased the SS11 Menswear Collection and the new Limited 195 Collections at Galleria Carla Sozzani followed by post show cocktails in the rooftop garden.
Exclusive press and buyers were treated to a live accoustic performance by Franz Ferdinand’s Alex Kapranos and Nick McCarthy wearing Pringle SS11 whilst male models showed key styles from the new collection. Guests included: Francesco Vezzoli, Franca & Carla Sozzani, Serpentine director Julia Peyton-Jones and co-director Hans-Ulrich Obrist.
Thank you Tim Blanks - Style.com for your article: Golfers, Beware Franz Ferdinand
Fashion, Celebrities and Milan
ETRO MILAN MENSWEAR SS11 SHOW
ETRO MILAN MENSWEAR SS11 SHOW
Kean Etro’s tree of life is the date palm that gave the inspiration for paisley designs, the very DNA on which the Etro brand is built.
Spring Summer 11 is no exception, strong in terms of design, colour and structure the actual pieces are extremely lightweight. Kean’s wardrobe is composed of ‘leaves, clouds and light’. Almost weightless jackets, georgette shirts with delicate paisley print in the palest pastels.
Ultra light organic cotton polos, elegant shantung silk jackets with tone on tone bark print. Accessories include oversized totes in the softest hides, contrast sneakers and cut off ties. If a paisley ensemble is too much to start with there is a luxurious aray of printed, jacquard and embroidered scvarves and handkerchiefs in a flux of paisley, flowers and fruits to plant the seed….........
This summer menswear collection will be available from Etro, 14 Old Bond Street, Mayfair, London W1S 4PS; 020 7495 5767
Fashion, Milan and Runway Shows
ETRO MILAN MENSWEAR SS11 BACKSTAGE
ETRO MILAN MENSWEAR SS11 BACKSTAGE
The tree of life from Ancient Mesopotamia forms the starting point for
this seasons Etro Menswear collection. The story goes that the date
palm seed was the original inspiration for the Paisley design. The
tress is represented in Western culture by the beech, oak and ash
trees. No prizes for guessing the Goody bag at the show .......
SALVATORE FERRAGAMO SS10 WORLD PRESENTATION MILAN
With a stunning visual display and some beautiful fresh fruit juices and smoothies, Ferragamo set the scene for World Ferragamo.
This new range of men’s shoes, designed with an eco-conscience and charitable link were showcased this week at Men’s Milan SS11 fashion week.
The range of 6 easy chic shoes are sure to go down well when they launch in store this November.
Fashion, Brand events and Milan
PRINGLE OF SCOTLAND PRIVATE VIEW - MILAN - CORSO COMO 10 GALLERIA SOZZANI
Private view for Pringle of Scotland ...at Corso Como 10…in the Galleria Sozzani, the 2nd wave of the 195 collaborations were presented at 11am… Franz Ferdinand and Clare Waight Keller were on hand to speak to key editors.
A great sneak preview of what is to come later at 18.30 this evening.
SALVATORE FERRAGAMO MILAN MENSWEAR SPRING/ SUMMER 2011
SALVATORE FERRAGAMO MILAN MENSWEAR SPRING/ SUMMER 2011 SHOW
On a not so sunny lunchtime in Milan, the Salvatore Ferragamo mens s/s2011 show took us to the French Riviera and reminded us of a warm afternoon in an avant garde film.
Influences of Cocteau and Picasso and a holiday feeling of free spirit were seen as the models strode down the mirrored catwalk with projections of a blue cloudy sky hitting the ceiling and floor!! A palette of white and cream contrasted with navy blue stripes and elegant stripes. Silks and luxurious rich fabrics appeared on wide pyjama trousers and fitted blazers.
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MILAN - THINGS FASHION FOLK ARE TALKING ABOUT ON THE FRONT ROW
Things fashion folk are taking about on the front row
THE RAIN AND DOLCE & GABBANA
Yesterday, Dolce&Gabbana celebrated 20 years of their menswear line.
Annie Lennox played at their show and last night in Piazza Scala
hosted a red carpet extravaganza. The celebrations ended in the early
hours this morning with Dominico and Stephano at Plastic on the decks.
The rain continued for the third day running. Most Italians undeterred
still wearing white trousers, navy linen jackets and sunglasses.
Fashion, Front Row Talk and Milan
MILAN WAKES UP TO A CALVIN KLEIN IN THE INTERNATIONAL HERALD TRIBUNE
International Herald Tribune Calvin Klein Cover Wrap
How incredible does David Agbodji look in the latest Calvin Klein Collection Mens campaign.
Shot by Steven Klein
Fashion, Julian Vogel and Milan
CALVIN KLEIN - FERNANDO VERDASCO VISITS LONDON FLAG SHIP STORE
CALVIN KLEIN UNDERWEAR MODEL & TENNIS STAR FERNANDO VERDASCO VISITS CALVIN KLEIN JEANS LONDON FLAG
NEW YORK, & LONDON, UK, JUNE 19, 2010 – Calvin Klein Underwear announced today that professional tennis player Fernando Verdasco – one of the current faces of the Spring 2010 Calvin Klein X Underwear global advertising campaign – made a surprise visit to the Calvin Klein Jeans flagship store at 170 Regent Street in London yesterday.
Mr. Verdasco signed a wall poster of himself from the current advertising campaign for Calvin Klein X Underwear and greeted fans before shopping in the store.
Mr. Verdasco is currently in London to participate in the Boodles Challenge, a round robin preparation tournament before the main draw matches begin at Wimbledon. Mr. Verdasco is currently seeded 8th in the Wimbledon tournament draw, which he will be competing in when it begins next week.
Mr. Verdasco is featured alongside American actors Kellan Lutz and Mehcad Brooks as well as Japanese soccer player Hidetoshi Nakata in the Spring 2010 Calvin Klein X Underwear campaign.
CALVIN KLEIN MILAN MENSWEAR SPRING/ SUMMER 2011
CALVIN KLEIN COLLECTION
PRESENTED ITALO ZUCCHELLI’S
SPRING 2011 MEN’S RUNWAY SHOW IN MILAN
MILAN, ITALY, JUNE 19, 2010 – Calvin Klein Collection announced today that the brands’ Men’s Creative Director, Italo Zucchelli, presented his Spring 2011 Calvin Klein Collection runway show at the company’s European headquarters earlier this afternoon.
Mr. Zucchelli’s show included 41 looks that were described as graphically cut athletic silhouettes, focused on proportion, volume, and scale. There were 15 exclusive models featured in the show, including the current Calvin Klein Collection model, David Agbodji, who closed the show.
As previously announced, the runway show held earlier today will be replayed this evening in Milan on the outdoor LED screen in the Piazza del Duomo from 7:30-8:00pm directly before the 2010 Fifa World Cup game. This is the second time that the men’s runway show has been featured in this way in the Piazza del Duomo.
Fashion, Milan and Runway Shows
UPCOMING: MILAN MONDAY JUNE 21 PRINGLE OF SCOTLAND FEATURING FRANZ FERDINAND
UPCOMING: MILAN JUNE 21
PRINGLE OF SCOTLAND
VENUE:
(Mostly) Scottish rockers Franz Ferdinand will be performing their new single live at an exclusive acoustic set as a part of the Pringle of Scotland SS11 menswear presentation! It doesn’t stop there either folks, as Pringle has been given the prestigious Galleria Carla Soazzani to showcase the new collection. Here at Modus Towers we didn’t think it could get better… It did. The ‘boys’ are going to also unveil the fruits of their collaborative efforts, as they have designed their very own Pringle of Scotland argyle print knit as part of the ‘195’ project with the Serpentine Gallery. Happy 195th Birthday Pringle – what a way to celebrate!
PRESS RELEASE:
PRINGLE OF SCOTLAND LAUNCHES THE SPRING / SUMMER 2011
MENSWEAR COLLECTION WITH AN ACOUSTIC SET BY
SCOTTISH BAND FRANZ FERDINAND AT GALLERIA CARLA SOZZANI MILAN
Milan, June 2010 - Pringle of Scotland is the iconic brand founded in 1815 at the birthplace of the Scottish knitwear industry. From the beginning, technical innovation has lead to the introduction of knitwear as outerwear, the creation of the classic twinset and the signature argyle pattern.
The SS11 menswear collection returns with a unique showcase at galleria CARLA sozzani and marks another important step in reaffirming Pringle of Scotland’s’ position as a global luxury brand. The main concept of the collection takes the simple theme of creating a comp lete look made from only one fabrication to form a strong statement – an interpretation across product categories.
Clare Waight Keller comments “This season was really about looking into the classic fabrications of a man’s wardrobe and giving them a new context. The idea of total look but in an informal way was something that I explored in depth, and has resulted in fabrics being used across every element. A shirt is worn under a sweater made of the shirting worn under a trench made of a waxed shirting, the translation of the fabric making the familiar completely fresh and surprising.”
The colour palette, inspired by both Derek Jarman’s film ‘Blue’ and the classic men’s ‘denim’ is the prominent colour story. Complimentary neutral palette of stones, melange greys and whites complete the story.
Throughout, denim is reinterpreted and referenced in its various forms and guises. Waxing on outerwear is another key story - Traditional fabrications, not usually associated with outerwear, are taken and waxed to create super light rainproof outerwear pieces.
New knitted techniques are incorporated into the collection with an intarsia argyle in melange silk and represented in tonal faded blues. The ladder mesh seen in the womenswear AW 10 collection is developed albeit with a masculine interpretation. The iconic twinset is reinforced and is echoed with the concept of underpinning matched with a knitted over piece in the same fabric.
MILAN MENSWEAR SPRING/ SUMMER 2011 TIMETABLE
MILAN: SATURDAY JUNE 19
11,00 CORNELIANI VIA SAN VITTORE, 21
12,00 COSTUME NATIONAL HOMME VIA TORTONA, 58
14,00 CALVIN KLEIN COLLECTION VIALE UMBRIA, 37
15,00 BURBERRY PRORSUM C.SO VENEZIA, 16
16,00 FRANKIE MORELLO VIA PALERMO, 10
17,00 VERSACE PIAZZA VETRA, 7
18,00 JOHN VARVATOS C.SO ITALIA, 21
19,00 BYBLOS VIA SAN RAFFAELE, 3
MILAN: SUNDAY JUNE 20
09,30 BOTTEGA VENETA VIA PRIVATA ERCOLE MARELLI, 6
10,30 EMPORIO ARMANI VIA BERGOGNONE, 59
11,30 GIANFRANCO FERRE’ VIA PONTACCIO, 21
12,30 SALVATORE FERRAGAMO PIAZZA AFFARI, 6
14,00 VIVIENNE WESTWOOD VIA SAN LUCA, 3
15,00 ALBINO DEUXIEME VIA CLERICI, 10
16,00 GIULIANO FUJIWARA CORSO VENEZIA, 16
18,00 MONCLER GAMME BLEU ENTRATA OPPOSTA VIA SAVONAROLA, 23
19,00 PRADA VIA FOGAZZARO, 36
20,00 ROBERTO CAVALLI VIA SENATO, 10
MILAN: MONDAY JUNE 21
10,00 ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA - Z ZEGNA VIALE ALEMAGNA, 6
11,30 ENRICO COVERI PIAZZA CAVOUR, 3
12,30 GUCCI PIAZZA OBERDAN, 2/B
13,30 JOHN RICHMOND GIARDINI DI PORTA VENEZIA - INGR. VIA PALESTRO
14,30 ETRO VIA PIRANESI, 14
16,30 CANALI VIA SAVONA, 56
17,30 NEIL BARRETT VIA TURATI, 34
18,30 PRINGLE OF SCOTLAND C.SO COMO, 10
19,30 GAZZARRINI VIA PIER LOMBARDO, 14
PRESENTATION:
16,00/20,00 FERRAGAMO WORLD PIAZZA AFFARI, 6
Fashion, Milan and Runway Shows
LIZ EARLE LAUNCHES HAIRCARE RANGE
Yesterday, after six years in the making, Liz Earle finally launched her highly anticipated Hair Care range. Dubbed ‘Cleanse & Polish for the hair’, the range consists of one shampoo for all hair types and 3 conditioners – Normal, Oily and Dry/Damaged - mirroring the same ethos that was adopted 15 years ago when Cleanse & Polish first launched.
At the flagship King’s Road Liz Earle store, Liz, along with Jennifer Hirsch, the brand’s in-house botanist talked beauty press through the birth of the range and the task of testing over 100 different formulations to make sure it was perfect.
The only down side? We will still have to wait a little while longer before we can get our hands on the finished products as it won’t be hitting the shelves until September!
Megan Farley
Beauty and Brand events
PAUL & JOE BEAUTÉ CLAIR DE LUNE LAUNCH
For the launch of Paul & Joe’s beautiful A/W Claire de Lune Collection (translated as moonlight) we couldn’t take our fave journalists to the moon but we certainly tried to teach them to walk on it…
The press were invited to the famous Pineapple Dance Studio, where International Make-up Artist Craig-Ryan French introduced them to the stunning new collection; a combination of playfully chic packaging and an array of divine hues, which left them all utterly radiant. We then put on our dancing kicks and were taught the routine to Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller,’ combined with the ‘Moonwalk.’ Suffice to say the event was definitely a ‘Scream’ – whilst we tried our best to copy the ‘Man in the mirror,’ our attempts at looking like a ‘Smooth criminal’ were more than a little…‘Off the wall… (enough puns for now – Ed)
Kiran Branch
Beauty and Brand events
METAL GEAR SOLID LEGENDS AT UNIQLO OXFORD STREET THIS FRIDAY
When it comes to video game legends, they really don’t come more cast iron legendary than Metal Gear Solid creator Hideo Kojima. To celebrate the release of Kojima’s Metal Gear Solid latest chapter Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker this week on the Sony PSP, UT Uniqlo has teamed up with Konami to produce a limited edition of 10 MGS: Peace Walker T’s.
Each UT t-shirt comes with its own special code, that when entered into MGS: Peace Walker, unlocks the purchase so that the t-shirt can be worn by a character in-game.
This Saturday Hideo Kojima and equally venerated lead MGS artist Yoji Shinkawa will be appearing in person at Uniqlo’s flagship store on Oxford Street, signing copies of Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker and exclusive postcards from 11am to 1pm. The first 20 customers in line on the signing day will receive an exclusive Uniqlo MGS: Peace Walker goodie bag, featuring a t-shirt and a copy of the game.
Fashion and Brand events
LONDON COLLEGE OF FASHION POP-UP EXHIBITION
Walking down Carnaby Street this afternoon I came across the London College of Fashion Pop-up Exhibition, where you can “Sample a taste of what the School of Media and Communication at London College of Fashion has to offer”.
I love its demonstration of creativity through so many different forms of art. My favourite pieces were the 3-D photos where you put on a pair of glasses and everything pops out at you - very cool!
The exhibition is completely free, open seven days a week and runs until the end of September. Definitely worth checking out, details here.
Hayley Kell
Fashion and Modus Loves
‘SLEB STALKING AT THE GLAMOUR AWARDS
L-R from the top: Justine with... boxer David Haye, X Factor's Olly Murs, James Corden, Piers Morgan
Sarah and Olly Murs, Dru & David with Amanda Holden, Justine and Sarah with Amanda Holden
Justine certainly threw herself into the spirit of things last night, grabbing photo-ops with any passing celebrity she could get her hands on (or at least those who didn’t move fast enough!). Not to be left out, David and Dru made a beeline for Amanda Holden, closely followed by Sarah and of course Justine again…
LARA STONE BECOMES THE FACE OF CALVIN KLEIN
Calvin Klein announced yesterday that sought-after model Lara Stone is to become the exclusive face of Calvin Klein Collection, ck Calvin Klein and Calvin Klein Jeans. “I have a long history with the Calvin Klein brand, and so it was wonderful to work with the house again this year,” said Stone, who recently got married to British comedian David Walliams. “It’s like being part of a family.”
She has been photographed by many of today’s most important photographers and has been featured on the covers of the world’s most prestigious fashion magazines, including numerous international Vogue covers (France, UK, Italy, and Japan), as well as covers of French ELLE, V, i-D, Numero, LOVE, and W. Ms. Stone is currently ranked as the #1 female fashion model in the world by the industry website, Models.com.
The Dutch native with the trademark gap in her front teeth is following in the footsteps of Christy Turlington, Kate Moss and Natalia Vodianova, whose association with the American fashion brand was instrumental in their careers.
Advertising and Fashion
JILL SANDER BATHES IN THE GLOW OF UNIQLO
Modus love the New York Times Article on Jill Sander: http://nyti.ms/dqZIwD
SUZY MENKES of the New York Times writes; Jil Sander leaps up from her desk, where a low shelf with a wood sculpture and framed drawings is the only decoration between parquet floor and the room’s white wedding-cake of a ceiling cornice.
“Look,” she says, tugging at her fitted white blouse, displaying its deep cuffs and pearly buttons. “39 euros! Real buttons — and a very nice cut.”
The blouse is part of what Ms. Sander’s calls “only a baby,” her collaboration since October with the Japanese company Uniqlo, which also made her small, body-curved navy blue jacket. Her pants came from her previous life at the Jil Sander label, where her style morphed over three decades from sleek severity to sweet serenity. Read More…
MARK HILL AT THE BAFTAS
Clockwise from Top Left: Mark Hill, Andrea McLean, Tamsin Outhwaite, Tina O'Brien, Kara Tointon
Mark Hill and his creative team provided the official hair styling for last night’s Television BAFTAs. Working flat out throughout the day the team ensured some of television’s finest including;Tina O’Brien, Kara Tointon, Tamsin Outhwaite and Andrea McLean, rocked the red carpet with award winning hair!
Beauty and Celebrities
BRITAIN’S GOT TALENT: ALICIA KEYS WEARS DAVID KOMA
Britain’s Got Talent: Alicia Keys wears David Koma sings ‘Try Sleeping With A Broken Heart’
More than Alicia’s amazing vocals, we loved her dress choice tonight. The black tight fitting gown from the darling of the fashion world, David Koma. We have embedded the video from ITV for your viewing pleasure. The TV talent show is on every night this week as judges, Simon Cowell, Piers Morgan and Amanda Holden help the viewing public choose their favourite acts for the Royal Variety Performance later this year.
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