Legendary NYC tailor and cultural icon designer Daniel Day, also known as Dapper Dan teamed up with Gucci to launch a collection inspired by the 80s and 90s. Staying true his Harlem roots, he made a collection that is nostalgic, inspiring, and trendy. The collection is now exclusively available at the brand first shop in the heart of SoHo.
Take a look at the magical that Dapper Dan and Gucci’s Creative Director, Alessandro Michele created below.
Felipe Olivera Baptista, Lacoste’s Creative Director, was inspired by “a tennis match on the rooftop of the Villa Malaparte”.
Lacoste’s 2017 Spring/Summer Collection featured hoodies, sweaters, and various types of outerwear (from raincoats, anoraks, and even long robes). Many models were seen pairing these tops with sweatpants creating a look centered around comfort. The Lacoste brand, originating from tennis and normally catering to a preppy vibe, seemed to take on a much more street oriented style for this show. One example is the appearance of the all white Lacoste sneakers on every male model. This shows us that white shoes really do go with everything. Color was also abundant with navy blues and olive greens in many of the outfits. The use of these color really added some pop to many of the outfits neutral colorways. Lacoste took a more casual approach for their 2017 Spring/Summer collection straying away from its usual preppy clothing. This time they focused on coziness and simplicity to create outfits that truly are worthy of the Villa Malaparte, all the while being ready for everyday wear on city streets.
Check out their collection below.
United Kingdom top quality fashion shop, END Clothing just released their Spring/Summer 2016 Men's lookbook featuring brands they trust and carry in their store. The lookbook will making you want to redo your whole wardrobe to copy the great simple styling. Keeping the theme minimal and adding pop of color to each outfits, the lookbook captures the essence of the store and the brands.
Take a look at the whimsical lookbook below.
Pantone Universe Footwear unveiled a collection that uses bright tones and design. The small collection is inspired by their “Let Colors Rule” beliefs, in which, they believe that every color has a meaning and that every shade has a profound impact on life. The label’s new capsule collection uses seasonal colors with timeless footwear silhouettes.
Take a look at the eye turning collection below.
Norse Projects nailed it again for their Spring/Summer 2016 collection. Keeping up with their aesthetic of classic silhouettes, the Scandinavian brand continues to do what it does best with more timeless designs perfect for everyday wear. The collection is filled with military-inspired pieces that you want to wear all year long like graphic tees, lightweight twills, knit sweaters, and many more. The color combination for the collection speaks volume with pops of colors with hues inspired by spring and summer.
See the collection below.
Norse Projects has just released its lookbook with Dr. Martens for their footwear collaboration. Staying true to the style and rebel style of Dr. Martens shoes yet with the simple and timeless aesthetic of Norse Projects this collaboration is one you should get your hand and feet on. The shoes features water repellent suede with air-cushioned sole.
Take a look at the collection below.
With the help of Viktor Vauthier vision Avignon-based select shop Acte.2 releases their Spring/Summer 2016 lookbook. The lookbook featured pieces of brands they carry in the store such as Junya Watanabe, Stussy, Acne Studio, AMI, and more. The styling of the lookbook is mixing old trend and new styles using Hotel d'Europe as the back drop.
Take a look at the collection below.
The Quiet Life's just dropped their Spring lookbook and collection later this week, With the help of LA-based photographer, Dan Monick. The Garvanza collection is named after the historic area in the Highland Park neighborhood in Los Angeles. You can see the influence of the area in the collection with "Matisse"-inspired prints and patterns in the soccer jerseys, tank tops, polo hats, long/short-sleeved shirts, and snapbacks to name a few.
Take a look at the collection below.
Besides dropping beats, DJ and designer Virgil Abloh just presents his menswear collection for OFF-WHITE Fall/Winter 2016. The line consists of many great outerwear pieces like varsity jackets,, camouflage print coats, and leather jackets. The collection also come with graphic tees, hoodies, caps, backpack, and footwear.
See the full line below.
Garrett Leight California Optical and Want Les Essentiels unveiled their very first capsule collection. Together the collection consists of two frames and one sun clip. The two brands worked together to create a limited edition of GLCO’s Wilson frame. Collaborating together to add their unique signature details to each pieces, such as the alternating gold and silver detail on GLCO eyewear hinges and on Want Les Essentiels zippers. The designers aimed to create a universal sunglass frame that is unisex.
See the capsule collection below.
Japanese brand, nonnative, unleashed their visuals lookbook for its fall/winter 2016 collection. The line showcase classic essentials for the cold weather such as parkas, puffy jackets and oversize coats. All of which are inspired by militarily color schemes of green and orange.
Take a look at the collection below.
Head Porter Plus, the apparel division of iconic luggage brand Head Porter, released their Spring/Summer 2016 Collection. The brand known for their premium quality clothes on timeless wardrobe pieces with a contemporary twist. The line is consists of statement pieces like shirts, long jackets, and bomber jackets.
Take a look at the collection below.
With the video release of their “Morph Cycle” Spring/Summer 2016 lookbook, which can be seen in 2 parts; 1 & 2.
Maharishi head out to the desert for their "Storm" editorial. This is most likely one of my favorite editorial released this year. The concept was very powerful and show off the garments very well. Each photos are captured beautiful and leave you speechless. See the rest of the editroial lookbook below.
ETQ Amsterdam just released the second and final part of their huge Spring/Summer 2016 footwear collection. Adding more pastel colors with matching laces, and still keeping their signature style of high white sole. The collection is...dare I say it? LIT.
See the rest of the collection below.
COS has unveiled its Fall/Winter 2016 collection, delivering Scandinavian aesthetic with minimal cuts and a color palette inspired by the work of painter Lynette Yiadom Boakye.
See the full collection below.
Man of Moods recently released their Spring/Summer 2016 collection showcasing pioneer performance and urban aesthetics. This collection is created for adventurous people who seek a sense of ability in their lives, Man of Moods is a label that combines the technical elements of outdoor gear and the precision of Japanese tailoring.
See the full collection below.
Lacoste just recently released their performance sportwear collection for 2016/2017. The brand firrst became a household name in the 70s known for their tennis attire and the iconic crocodile logo.
Lacoste put the TEN in tennis with this collection. See the collection below.
Your first look at former Club Monaco designer Aaron Levine's new vision for the brand. Say good-bye to those tacky logos and hello to simple designs.
Abercrombie & Fitch first open it doors to the public in 1892 as an elite outfitter of sporting and excursion goods, particularly noted for its expensive shotguns, fishing rods, fishing boats, and tents. Since then, it has re-brand itself many times throughout the centuries to keep up with the trends, but this is by far the biggest re-brand the brand itself had ever done.
This week, the brand launches the entire collection, and you'll be surprised by the range of selections that look back over the company's 124 year history, incorporating the brand's outdoor, sporting goods heritage in pieces like nylon trenches, bomber jackets and paratroop silhouettes in dark green.
When I first heard of Abercrombie & Fitch launching their new collection, my middle school self was filled with excitement as the brand is THE brand when I was younger. I lived and breathe in Abercrombie & Fitch growing up and now to see it's new direction, I am happy to purchase a few items.
So, without further ado, check out Abercrombie & Fitch's Spring-Summer 2016 menswear collection below.
