The Seaside

Saw this spread on models.com this evening. I believe it's from this month's GQ Style. GQ always has something to offer; usually I'm embarrassed to look at it for too long in the store let alone to buy it, it being meant for men. But it's always really interesting and well done. I think I'll have to get over that complex. But as I was saying, I love this shoot. It's not your usual beach editorial and it's featuring Cole Mohr, Jethro Cave, and Luke Worrall. The only thing that could make it better would be if they threw Ash Stymest into the mix. But you can't have it all, can you?

Burberry Prorsum's line is my absolute favorite so far of all the men's shows I've looked at. The coats are amazing. I would like them for my very own. That brown leather aviator jacket (second from left) is so WWII airforce-awesome, I don't know what to do with myself. Also of note - the boots. I usually hate tall boots on men for some reason, but these are kind of dope. And of course i had to include a baggy sweater look - but how cozy-seeming is that sweater?! ahh. Lastly, a personal favorite ....CAMEL COAT. OMNOMNOM.

My second favorite (a very close second). It's so classic, but there are some subtle twists and innovations that really make it noteworthy. Like the suit jacket on the far left - it's actually a shirt with a suit-vest over it, from what I understand. I'm also in love with the pants. I'm a total sucker for this whole cuffed, too-short pants trend. I mean, those khakis are fucking adorable. (It seems that these days pants are shortening and jackets lengthening. You heard it here first - no maybe like....10th....) And finally, toggle coat! I need to get one of these before next fall. Who cares if California weather rarely drops below 60 degrees! (PS CAMEL COAT AGAAAAIN)

YSL is like always great. Men's and women's lines both. Not much to say here, the cut of the clothing is just so nice. I want my prom date (*snort*) to wear the suit on the left. He will be in YSL and I in Viktor and Rolf. Because by May I am going to be a millionaire and thus able to squander thousands upon thousands of dollars on such things.

Last but certainly not least, Viktor and Rolf. CUTE PANTS. I think it's an eyeglasses print (the one's in the middle). J'adore (I take spanish. Sorry if I've got that wrong...). I wish my little brother would let me dress him; I would find pants and embroider little glasses on them (future DIY project perhaps?!?!) and force him to wear them to school. Every. Single. Day. ANYway, the lovely suit on the right rivals that YSL one in the whole prom-date-outfit contest/search/etc. I'm quite fond of the lapels. Also, loving the shoes. Are they Doc Martens oxfords? I can't tell.

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So that's my men's fall fashion post. I've never taken much of an interest in men's fashion, but it's actually quite inspiring/fun. I can now sit around ad wish that i knew boys who dressed this well. Hah! But really, I enjoyed this. And I feel pretty accomplished, having photoshopped all these little runway collages.

Before I forget, all photos via GQ.

Women's fashion week is coming up. Early february. Can't waaaait.

- A

note: I just noticed my liberal usage of parentheses in this post...I will try to think through what I write more and end up with fewer side notes in the future. Lo siento.

Ladies and Gentlemen, The much-anticipated, Bruce Weber-directed video for YSL. It contains some not-so-brief nudity, so consider yourself warned:

I think my favorite part is the models wrestling in YSL suits and lip-synching. Fantastic. Also, Weber used one of my current favorite quotes as I've been obsessed with Johnny Cash's rendition of "Me and Bobby McGee" as of late. "Freedom's just another word for nothing left to lose."

I've been checking out the Fall '10 menswear shows all afternoon, so I'm about to do a lengthy post on that. Prepare for some gushing. I've also got some editorial and lookbook (not the website) stuff taking up space on my computer that needs sharing. Friday night blogging fever y'all! Stay tuned.

- A

Viktor & Rolf's Spring 2010 dresses + Dazed and Confused magazine = best spread. ever. The tulle the tulle the tulle! I don't even know else what to say except that I would give an arm and a leg to have one of these in my closet. I would drag myself to winter formal next weekend if it meant i got to get my hands on any of these beauties. PS The tulle? the organza? the fabric! on the first model's head!! I. Am. Dying. It's not the most creative spread in the world but who needs creativity when you have these gowns? It would only detract from their sheer awesomeness. Their immense, immeasurable, unsurpassable awesomeness.

via Refinery 29

And speaking of spring fashion, the new Sophomore lookbook just came out. But it's a film (!?!?) Pretty awse as well. It's sooo 90s much like a lot of things in fashion these days; I'm love love loving it. Also, I think I've developed a bit of a soft spot for Lucien Smith (the black guy with the sunglasses. Something about him is extremely adorable to me.) Watch the video here. It's worth a looksie.

- A