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Mavi and Bill Hallman are hosting an event at the Bill Hallman store on 299 N Highland Avenue. Enjoy cocktails, DJ, live models AND be among the first to preview the Mavi Winter 15 Collection. Founded in Istanbul in 1991 by the Akarlilar family, Mavi designs a full collection of denim and sportswear for men and women. Bill Hallman parties are always fun, stylish and well-attended so I am certain that the Mavi event will be amazing. RSVP: mavi@agentrypr.com
“America’s Next Top Model”, Cycle 22 finalist Bello Sanchez is catwalking for Savannah-based designer Brendan M Combs during the RAGTRADE Atlanta 2015 runway show at the Georgia Freight Depot on Wednesday, October 14. Doors open at 5 pm and the show starts at 7 pm. Visit Ragtrade Atlanta or Brendan M Combs for more information.
“I am thrilled to be working with Brendan again,” says Bello, who recently walked for the designer at New York Fashion Week for the Spring/Summer 2016 collections. “His pieces have a defining, modern edge in a sleek, well-tailored way.”
Tyra Banks said of Bello Sanchez: “Beautiful, polarizing you will be both loved and hated. And that's what makes a star a star.”
RAGTRADE Atlanta, in partnership with Art Institute of Atlanta, features the top emerging and student designers from the Southeast.
RAGTRADE Atlanta will host their 2015 Featured Runway Show on Oct. 14 at the Georgia Freight Depot. The premier fashion event will include an industry-quality runway show featuring the latest spring/summer 2016 collections from a hand-selected group of today's top emerging designers and students in the Southeast. Featured designers for the RAGTRADE Atlanta 2015 Runway Show will include Project Runway Season 14 contestant, Edmond Newton, 2015 Belk Southern Designer Showcase Winner, Natt Taylor, The City of Atlanta Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs 2015 Emerging Fashion Designer Grant recipient, Kenya Freeman of Sylvia Mollie, SCAD alumni and Charleston Fashion Week 2014 Emerging Designer, Zachary Howell of Zachary/Nathaniel and SCAD alumni and protege of National Design Award winner Behnaz Sarafpour, Brendan Combs. RAGTRADE Atlanta in partnership with the Art Institute of Atlanta will also present an exclusive student show titled, Fashion's Next Voice, which will showcase designs from two top talents from the Art Institute of Atlanta's world-renowned Fashion Design program. The Fashion's Next Voice student designers will include Andre Bryson and Zonia Santander. Doors open at 5pm and runway shows begin promptly at 7pm.
For complete event information, schedules, details & to purchase tickets, check HERE!
Move over Delta, Chanel Airlines is here! Uncle Karl transformed the Grand Palais into the most chic terminal in the world. Remember the days when ladies and gentlemen dressed to fly? There were no pajamas or sweats on this flight! Chanel Spring 2016 continues to evolve the legendary label with its mix of modernity and classic. Lots of tweed alongside bright graphic patterns and prints. Layered pieces gave way to a more relaxed vibe, though it was first class all the way.
Willy Chavarria’s FW26 “Eterno” show at Paris Fashion Week fused Latin music, tailoring, and cultural defiance in one of the season’s most electric moments.
Jaden Smith unveils his first men’s collection for Christian Louboutin at Paris Fashion Week FW26, delivering surreal footwear and conceptual accessories.
Dsquared2 delivers a high-octane alpine fantasy at Milan Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2026, starring actor Hudson Williams and a runway packed with snow-sport glamour.
Sebiro Sanpo’s Suit Walk brought 180 style insiders to Pitti Uomo, transforming Florence into a moving runway for modern tailoring.
Stuart Weitzman New York debuts a new men’s campaign starring Sean O’Pry, spotlighting luxury loafers and lace-ups inspired by modern New York style.
Barbour collaborates with Feng Chen Wang on a Year of the Horse capsule blending British heritage with Chinese mythology, featuring embroidered waxed jackets and statement pieces.
Rush Charge teams up with legendary designer Dennis Basso to launch a limited-edition luxury portable charger collection that merges fashion, function, and iconic runway design.
New York Men’s Day returns February 11 to open NYFW, marking its 25th edition with emerging menswear designers and industry-backed innovation.
Dior’s Spring/Summer 2026 campaign, shot by David Sims under Jonathan Anderson, reframes fashion as performance with a cast led by Greta Lee and Kylian Mbappé.
A couple days ago I "popped" over to the Jeffrey Atlanta Men's Pop Up Shop and walked away with everything... well, in my dreams! Jeffrey, Don Purcell and team did an excellent job of curating a menswear collection that is fitting to the stylish, fashion-forward Atlanta man. There is something for every guy, taste and budget - from Acne Studio sweaters to Givenchy wool coat with leather sleeves. The pop up shop ends on Sunday, Oct. 11 but I strongly suggest you get there sooner or there may be nothing left. (Not that I was eavesdropping) but I may have "overheard" conversation about something big tomorrow night, Wednesday. Celebrities?? Maybe... may be worth popping over then!
If Jeffrey does well with menswear in Atlanta, and from the looks of it, he is, carrying mens labels may become a regular thing. BTW, you need to check out the Saint Laurent motorcycle jacket! It's difficult to choose a favorite Pop Up piece, but that jacket (look for it in the photos below) is badass!
In a world where ready-to-wear rules, it's refreshing to experience the art and insight of Comme des Garçons. Rei Kawakubo scales it way down for retail, so don't doubt, even for a second, that she's unaware or uninformed in respect to marketability. Her wonderfully sculptural pieces captivate us on the runway. It's one show-stopper after another. This was the season of the "witch" for Comme des Garçons... Witch being a metaphor for "powerful women." The collection was voluminous in scale and proportion with black, white and blue as the color choices topped off with, literally, with vibrant red hats. Good witches. Bad witches. Which are you?
by Brian Hampton / Dress Like a Gent
With Fall officially here and colder weather headed our way, there are still plenty of options for you to stay both stylish and warm. One of the simplest ways for a guy to accentuate their look is by choosing the right blazer. The blazer, as a staple piece for men, with over a century of history and functionality, is the ideal item to spice up your fall wardrobe. Here are a few hot blazers for the fall to consider investing in:
THE CHINO BLAZER
The Chino Blazer although more commonly worn in the warmer seasons of the year, can also be worn in the fall and winter. The key behind pulling off a blazer such as this guy is to choose a more muted and less intense-colored chino blazer.
Typically, a muted color is any color that is dulled such as pastel shades and paler versions of bright shades. This gives you the opportunity to still wear a variety of colors in the fall without appearing out of season. This is subject to interpretation and does not mean that you cannot incorporate bright colors into your ensemble, but ideally, it's best to use color as an accent rather than a primary during the colder seasons.
You could very tastefully wear your ideal chino blazer with a pair of cream, khaki, brown or gray pair of chino pants depending on the color of the blazer or dress it down with a pair of tailored-fitting jeans.
THE TWEED & WOOL BLAZER
Another fabulous blazer that is a very versatile piece to own is the Tweed Blazer. Tweed, as an extremely warm fabric, allows for gentlemen to also wear it as a coat. In this manner, the blazer could be layered over a sweater and scarf for the fall and winter seasons to give a more thorough and sophisticated look to your ensemble. Both Tweed and Wool Blazers are more conservative fabrics, which a lot of people tend to shy away from for fear of not wearing it properly. If you do choose to wear the blazer with matching tweed or wool slacks, it is advised to make sure the slacks are tapered, slim-fitting and even cut short with the right pair of boots to top off the look as a whole.
THE ROWING BLAZER
The earliest blazers began as flannel coats with patch-type pockets and no vent in the back. Originally, these garments were totally for practical utility to keep oarsmen warm during rowing sports. These blazers were first worn in the 19th century by college oarsman at Oxford and Cambridge and were bright in color and sometimes laced in ribbon and contrasting colors to distinguish one team from the next. To date, rowing blazers have become iconic here in the U.S. and can be worn in every season giving gentlemen a more distinguished and refined look for any occasion.
THE CORDUROY BLAZER & ELBOW PATCHES
The corduroy blazer also makes for the perfect casual addition to your blazer collection. The fit, as with any blazer you invest in, should be tailored-fitting and is best paired with crisp slacks or tapered jeans. Elbow patches are also a very appealing touch to a corduroy blazer and gives the blazer a more retro, youthful look. Polo Ralph Lauren has been a leader brand in incorporating elbow patches into their blazer and sports coats for many years now. To date, you will find that this is more and more common in conjunction with blazers of multiple fabrics.
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