David Hart Spring 2017 Menswear NYFWM

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David Hart Spring 2017 Menswear NYFWM. If you watched last season's CFDA Vogue Fashion Fund, David Hart was one of the designer finalists that pulled at your heartstrings. He is extremely talented but was undergoing serious production issues... Well, I'm very happy to see David Hart make it to fashion week... And I'm even more excited to see these amazing blazers! They are a must-have! The entire collection, with its retro Hawaiian vibes, is a big hit in my book. It's a collection for those dapper dudes that want to be relaxed and have a little fun with fashion but without compromising style.

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John Varvatos Spring 2017 Menswear NYFWM

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John Varvatos Spring 2017 Menswear NYFWM

Orley Spring 2017 Menswear NYFWM

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Orley Spring 2017 Menswear NYFWM

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PIECE & CO. LAUNCHES SUSTAINABLE FASHION CAPSULE EXCLUSIVE TO SHOPBOP

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Piece & Co., a textile company that works with artisans worldwide, collaborates with retailer Shopbop to deliver a limited edition capsule collection featuring sustainable designs from fashion brands Diane Von Furstenberg, Veronica Beard, Mara Hoffman, and alice + olivia by Stacey Bendet. The Piece & Co. x Shopbop collection, comprised of seven styles ranging from dresses, blouses, and a short-suit ensemble, incorporates fabrics created responsibly by skilled artisans in the Tamil Nadu region of India, masters of the traditional dobby weaving technique.

"The mission of Piece & Co. is to create a more responsible fashion industry," says Piece & Co. founder Kathleen Wright, “and it has been an honor to work with such talented designers, sourcing fabrics that make the most impact socially, and the least impact on our environment.”

Each garment in this seven-piece capsule is made from artisanal fabrics and showcases the unique characteristics of the brand that designed it. The fabrics in the Piece & Co. x Shopbop collection are made by primarily female artisans at weaving co-operatives located in India’s Tamil Nadu region. The fabric used by each designer is handcrafted and dyed in India and showcases the traditional methods of textile design and weaving, while remaining particular to each respective brand.

The founder of the weaving co-op that made the fabric used by Veronica Beard is a graduate of the Indian Institute of Handloom Technology who started her business with the mission of creating more opportunity in her community. The founder trains and supports her workers to keep traditional weaving alive in the Tamil Nadu region. The work of women trained by the founder can be seen in the Veronica Beard dress, where the vibrant blue pattern is created using the traditional dobby technique. “It’s incredibly inspiring to work with Piece & Co. because of their work in helping artisans!” say designers Veronica Miele Beard and Veronica Swanson Beard, ”I love that our dress uses a traditional weaving technique and captures the style of the region.”

The alice + olivia dress and short is a display of the colorful workmanship and handwoven technique that was inspired by embroidery work. In the female-led weaving community that created this special textile, weaving is a way of life, providing sustainable work for women to support their families.

While the same dobby technique is used to create all the fabrics, the raised yarn process makes many different designs and patterns possible. The geometric design and floating threads created for the Diane Von Furstenberg top, for example, are inspired by what would usually be the reverse side of the material and exemplify the versatility and skill of dobby weaving.

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Michael Bastian Spring 2017 Menswear NYFWM

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Michael Bastian Spring 2017 Menswear NYFWM. This collection is the personification of perfection. From the fit to the styling, this is how men should dress...

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Robert Geller Spring 2017 Menswear NYFWM

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Robert Geller Spring 2017 Menswear NYFWM.

KEEPING THE PUMA SUEDE FOREVER FRESH

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Since its debut in 1968, the PUMA Suede has become a benchmark for footwear design, and enjoyed an amazing run as a cultural artifact from one of the most progressive and historically significant eras of the twentieth century. Made famous by athletic greats -  60’s trackstar Tommie Smith and 70’s basketball legend Walt "Clyde" Frazier, the Suede hit new levels of fame during the '80s dawn of b-boys and hip hop beats, taking over New York City blocks.

As the times changed, the Suede went with the flow. Soon after the makeshift carton dance floors were packed away, the sneakers found its way to sticky moshpits headlined by punk acts and then on skaters pulling tricks on a half pipe. These days, you’ll see heads rocking the Suedes in their cozy sweat chinos or pin-rolled jeans and models with their off-duty looks. It’s the Suede’s timeless look and easy silhouette that appeals to sneaker enthusiasts. Some wear it for its function, the rubber outsole grips really well, and some for its style – with its plush leather upper and variations of colorways available.

This season, PUMA puts the limelight on a young roster of tastemakers currently making waves in the music and entertainment arena. Style icon and social phenomenon Kylie Jenner, snap queen and director of vibes YesJulz, hip hop’s catchiest duo Rae Sremmurd and 100% amped up rap artist Young Thug round up this amazing list of creative.

These kids don’t work 9-5, they’re on Snapchat 24-7 and the Suede is a staple in their sneaker rotation. Today they are keeping the sneaker culture interesting and alive with their unique sense of style and influence.

As a cool nod to the past, PUMA tapped legendary OG street photographer Jamel Shabazz to shoot the young tastemakers in Suedes and streetwear garb around Bed-stuy in Brooklyn. Shabazz was instrumental in popularizing the Suede in the 80’s with his snaps of the New York City street culture and hip hop scene. The images will be showcased in PUMA stores globally and featured on social channels.

Seeing these young breed of tastemakers rocking the Suede gives the iconic sneaker a fresh perspective. We can only be sure that the Suede will continue to transcend cultural trends and generations in the coming years.

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