Out's September fashion story "The Migrants," shot by Walter Chin, features some of fall's hottest runway looks and was shot on location at an upstate New York farm. We asked Out's editorial and fashion assistant, Brent Coover, to instruct us on the fine art of adding a few key pieces to your wardrobe -- without looking like a country bumpkin.
All Photos by Walter Chin
Dolce & Gabbana's equestrian inspired runway show featured tailored pants and luxe riding boots paired with chunky scarves and sweaters. The result encompasses masculine ease but isn't sloppy. Grab those loose knit pieces that look handmade, but not homely.
The problem with shearling is that it is so sexy. Who doesn't fantasize about a lumberjack or a farmhand? But on common boys or city folk, it can easily seem silly and like you're trying too hard. This Marc Jacobs jacket (above left) with shearling collar and lining, however, has a modern and fresh cut and color.
Playing with proportions is definitely something to take note of, though it may not be for everyone. Alexander McQueen's shawl collar cardigan (above right) is a prime example -- it would look great with suiting pieces or just a great pair of worn-in jeans.
Let's be honest, no one actually looks this good chopping up trees. Then again, no one wears head-to-toe Gucci while gathering firewood. But look at that beautiful leather jacket with fur collar! Definitely a must-have item.
Plaid, whether tartan or bold, woven cotton or knit wool, is a necessary purchase if you don't already own. It was around last year and by the looks of this Yohji Yamamoto jacket (above left), it really isn't going anywhere.
An entire pony hair trench, like this Burberry (above right), is a tough one albeit beautiful. It's a nice variation from the usual textures. Try a pony hair belt or pony loafers.
The great thing about these brown D&G leather cargo pants is that they have that worn-in look and yet the cut is entirely new. Check out the elastic finish at the hem. We've been seeing this on all kinds of trousers, including knit pants in cashmere, wool, and cotton, which was an overwhelming trend.
The lesson to be learned from this Calvin Klein look: feel free to mix textures, fabrics, and colors, especially when dressing in less than common materials like suede.
To see more from the shoot and other fall fashion, head over to Out.com.
-- BRENT COOVER
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Puma has launched a men's and women's fragrance as a follow up to their 2003 Puma Flowing duo. This season's smells have been dubbed "Free Flowing Man" and "Free Flowing Woman." The men's fragrance is described as "a spicy citrus woods" and the women's fragrance simply makes me uncomfortable because of it's menstrual name. [Now Smell This]
The summer's most stylish pants? High waters and cut-offs. So raid your closet and work that hem! [NYT]
While we sort of thought she was cute in The Princess Diaries, then applauded her for showing off her girls in Brokeback Mountain (but secretly despised her for getting to kiss Jake Gyllenhaal), and then fell head-over-heels for The Devil Wears Prada, Anne Hathaway has now become our new girl crush. She ditched her loser man and is looking more fabulous than ever. [The Cut]
Forget the bags for the women and the watches for men: designer shades are the new "it" accessory. Glad to hear my face isn't being shielded by my over sized Guccis for nothing...[NYT]
For all you daddies out there (legitimate and otherwise) David Beckham filmed a cameo for Sesame Street in which he almost "comes to blows" with Oscar the Grouch. It's always nice to find a program that kids and parents can agree on, because Mr. Becks can come to blows with me any day...[Mirror]
Former Guns n' Roses face shredder Slash is teaming up with longtime friend and "Australia's Next Top Model" stylist Jonathan Pease to develop a video game based on fashion and styling. Um...what? [Blabbermouth]
-- SETH PLATTNER
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Fulfilling reports last month, Josh Harnett can now be seen in the new fragrance campaign for Emporio Armani's Diamonds for Men. Meant to look like Harnett's being hounded by paparazzi, it comes off as wishful thinking because, really, who's following him around these days? [WWD]
Not only did Marc Jacobs drop the female gliterrati from his ad
campaigns, but it looks like he is doing away with female models all
together! For his Fall/Winter 08 collection he shot mens and womenswear on it-boy model Cole Mohr. With legs like his he should have been the one dangling them from a bag. Sorry, Posh. [Models.com]
Men's Spring 2009 ready-to-wear kicks off today in Milan, bringing next year's warm weather trends just as I'm getting ready to beef up my wardrobe with all the looks I saw for fall. I'll try not to get ahead of myself and stay in season, but Neil Barrett's collection is already pretty inspiring. [Men.Style.Com]
Slated to preview this week during the men's ready-to-wear shows in Milan is Prada's new men's fragrance, Infusion d'Homme. It hit's counters in September...[WWD]
...And Gucci will be ready with a rebuff. Frida Giannini had crafter her own scent for men that will also go public in September, and, with sales expected to reach $180 to 200 million, Prada better be ready for a throwdown. [WWD]
Creative Director Ricardo Tisci did wonders for womenswear at Givenchy, and now he is taking his eye for detail to his men's looks.
“My concept is to design styles for real men. Elegant, sharp, masculine clothes with a twinge of Latino street boy confidence." Que bueno. [DNR]
-- SETH PLATTNER
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The $10 flip flops you purchased at H&M during your last trip to the beach won't impress the boys at your next Fire Island beach bonfire or Hamptons social. Let's just say they are more flop that flip.
It's time for an upgrade, so pick up a pair of Gucci's luxurious sandals. The red and white stripe, ankle strap and suede give these a nautical and sporty look. Instead of flip-flopping all around, the ankle strap keeps your sandals secure. Take pleasure in knowing that your sandals won't fly off your feet whether you're building Barbie's Dream House out of sand or just chasing a handsome suitor down the beach.
Just make sure you get a pedicure before you wear them, and please, leave the socks at home.
Gucci Sandals, $485, visit Gucci.com
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The Pope is here! The Pope is here! There's a whole etiquette to addressing the Pope and New York has some soul-saving etiquette tips. Don't say "Your Popeness," "What's up, Pope?," "Hey Holyman," "Your Glory Holiness" or "Hi Holy Daddy." It's "Your Holiness." And don't forget to kiss his ring...seriously. [NY Mag]
Celebrities offer up some entertaining ideas for what the Pope should do during his stay in NYC. Carson Kressley's idea? Go shopping at Prada and the megadiscount store Century 21. Marilyn Manson paramour Evan Rachel Wood wins for best response! [NY Mag]
Marc Jacobs has an military fetish. He's selling refurbished Army bags at his Bleecker St. store for $45. [Racked]
James Franco is confirmed as the face for Gucci's Fall fragrance. Okay, so he's got that whole James Dean quality about him. [WWD]
Gucci's New Leading Man? James Franco with a Particularly Villainous Mustache. Photo: Getty Images
Miuccia Prada plans to bring Out covergirl Tilda Swinton to the Costume Institute Ball as her date. Hopefully, Swinton will let Prada pick her outfit for the evening so she doesn't have another Academy Awards flop. [WWD]
The Village Voice takes a visit to the Louis Vuitton pop-up shop at the Brooklyn Museum and ends up buying an Hermes bag on Canal St. Have we learned nothing from LV's anti-counterfeiting hoopla and mock-Canal St. theatrics? Apparently not, but good luck getting a Vuitton in Chinatown. [Village Voice]
Audrey Tautou may replace Nicole Kidman in ads for Chanel. [WWD]
France passed legislation that would make promotion of extreme dieting punishable by two years in prison and a hefty fine. The authors of the bill say that the fashion industry is not a target unless they use a sick girl in their advertising. [Washington Post]
Versace is in a new seat of power in Italy. Santo Versace has won a seat in the Italian Parliament and rumors say that the new Prime Minister could tap him to be a member of his cabinet. Does that mean the PM will only wear Versace suits during public appearances? Money can't buy that kind of advertising...or can it? [WWD]
Spiderman hottie James Franco is rumored to have signed a deal to front Gucci's new men's fragrance that will debut this fall. You do know James Franco, don't you? Don't you? Gucci hopes so! [WWD]
Even though you might prefer to hide behind the dark lenses of your sunglasses, they should still say something about your identity and personal style. In the spring and summer, shades are the most important of accessories. Not only are they they first line of defense against the evil eye but a protective cover for covert glances at good looking beach bums.
What they say about you: You're a club kid who has been up all night and you probably have a piercing thats not visible while clothed. Sunglasses, Gucci, $320, at Gucci Boutiques
What they say about you: You wear motorcycle boots to black-tie events, rock concerts and the leather bar. Sunglasses, 55DSL, $150, visit SolsticeStores.com
More sunglasses after the jump!
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The Project Runway/Bravo hair-pulling cat fight continues! Harvey Weinstein and Bravo fight over who is responsible for the show's success. They need to settle the lawsuit with a walk-off! [NY Post]
Lenny Kravitz will wear 20 outfits designed by Gucci for his upcoming tour. Hey, if Madonna can wear D&G, Lenny deserves a little love from the Italians, too! But how many costume changes does a guy need? [British Vogue via The Cut]
Madonna's hip-hop collaboration with Timbaland and Timberlake has gone too far. On the cover of her new album, Hard Candy, her Madgesty sports a ghetto-fabulous white-diamond and gold knuckle-ring that spells "M-dolla"—designed by Chopard, of course. [WWD]
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With the glut of RFID chips on your credit cards, passports, drivers license and office ID, your identity could easily be swiped by digital pickpockets. The solution? Metal-lined wallets that block radio frequencies. Trend or paranoia? "As weird as it sounds, wrapping your passport in tinfoil helps. The tinfoil people, in this case, happen to be correct." [WaPo]
Gucci goes high-tech with ads in Japan. Scanning barcodes in Gucci advertisements give customers access to a special site that allows them to download icons, photos, and wallpapers for their phones and browse Gucci's Joy Collection of accessories. The Japanese have all the fun with gadgets! [WWD]
Tom Ford, diet guru: "If I gain more than two or three pounds, like I have right now, I’m
going to eat vegetables tonight. I don’t ever cut out vodka and tonics.
My trick is that if I eat vegetables at night three or four days in a
row, I quickly snap back to my ideal weight." [Fashionista]
Banana Republic launches BR Monogram, a line of classic Banana Republic styles, so you'll always have a place to find a cardigan for an unexpected dinner date. [Fashionista]
Wii-mania, Guitar-hero-addiction and Rock Band-fever have struck the hotel industry. Some hip hotels offer Wii and Xbox rentals to entertainment-deprived guests. [Engadget]
See Michael Kors love Dolly Parton and American Idol. See Michael Kors attend American Idol taping when contestants singing Dolly Parton songs. See Michael Kors tape a public service announcement for Idol Gives Back. [WWD]
Get the skinny on Samsung's latest phone, the Instinct, and the Blackberry Curve 8330. Both at Spring. Engadget makes the call. [Engadget]
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Louis Vuitton is getting into the floral business! Well, sort of. The luxury goods company is selling white fabric roses in Japan to honor White Day in Japan—sort of like the White Party but fewer drugs and muscle Marys. But these roses feature the LV monogram on one of the petals . And you thought a dozen red roses were expensive. Maybe something was lost in translation. [Fashionista
]
Playboy tapped Daft Punk, Iggy Pop and The Shins to overhaul the iconic bunny logo for a line of limited edition t-shirts. A Playmate will make an appearance at Bloomingdale's tomorrow to make sure the hornball teenagers fork over their lunch money. [The Cut]
Tom Ford dishes on Gucci, his designs on fatherhood with his boyfriend and death being the ultimate retirement. How can you not love this man? [Fashion Week Daily]
Topshop is coming! Topshop is coming! The first stateside flagship of the British cheap-chic retailer that is sure to give H&M a run for its money will open in SoHo in October. The store is hiring now. If you're a cheap bastard, you can get a discount on the already cheap clothes. [The Cut]
Apple's super slim MacBook Air caused an unexpected delay at the
airport when TSA officials refused to believe that the impossibly small
computer was exactly that. Size queens. [Engadget]
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New York City Police raided three Chinatown buildings and shut down over 30 retailers for hawking counterfeit designer goods. Police seized over $1 million worth of knockoff accessories like faux-Prada bags, Burberry umbrellas, Louis Vuitton wallets, Rolex watches and more. Tourists openly weeped until they realized when you shut down one counterfeiter, three more pop up. It won't be long before they start knocking off Gucci's "I Heart NY" bags just to ruffle NYPD feathers. [WWD]
Residents in the West Village are upset that Yohji Yamamoto's new Y-3 store is wasting valuable energy by leaving its massive garage door wide open in the dead of winter. They hope to lure customers into the store with the heat. Not sure what residents are complaining about if they don't have to pay the heating bill. [Gothamist]
Label whore or coke whore? You decide! A new exhibit of work by Comenius Roethlisberger at Colette in Paris features chocolate bars engraved with designer logos—and filled with a mix of powdered sugar and cocaine. That's just asking for a court battle or a break in. [Fashionista]
Zac Posen will create a capsule collection of red carpet looks for Target...in Australia. Sadly, he's only making womenswear. [Fashion Week Daily]
Did Cashmere Mafia get the kiss of death from Lipstick Jungle? Rumor has it that Cashmere Mafia has been put on moth balls. [Fashionista]
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Givenchy confirmed that Justin Timberlake will be the face behind their newest fragrance—slated to launch this fall. Does anyone still care about J.T.? What has he done lately other than give menu recommendations to unsuspecting patrons at his Manhattan restaurant? [Fashion Week Daily]
Boy band and reality TV refugee Nick Lachey threw a diva-style hissy fit at a JC Penney's launch event that he was paid to attend. He's just bitter that he only gets invited to D-List events. [Page Six]
Christian "Ferocia Coutura" Siriano, the peacocked hair diva designer Project Runway front runner, was awarded the title of "Fan Favorite" during last night's reunion episode and went home with a $10,000 check as big as his ego. Of course, I totally voted for him. [Popnography]
Editors at the Gucci womenswear presentation complained that the bold-patterned carpet on the runway made them nauseous from motion sickness. But I guess you'd have to actually eat something if you're going to lose your lunch. [Fashionista]
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Fox News's website attacked Madonna and a Gucci fundraising event for her organization Raising Malawi and UNICEF calling both the organization and the event a front for funding the Kabbalah Center in Los Angeles. But her Madgesty the Queen of Pop and Gucci call bullshit on the accusations as reps call the statements "outrageous, incorrect, inaccurate, hurtful and malicious."
What does Fox News have against kids in Malawi, Gucci and pop stars?
[WWD]
Yves Saint Laurent was made a Grand Officer of the Legion of Honor by French president Nicolas Sarkozy yesterday. I can't think of anything witty to say about this one. It's YSL. Show some respect! [WWD]
Helmut Lang—the brand no longer run by Helmut Lang—will open a pop-up shop in NYCs Meat Packing District. Although that sentence seems full of double entendres, it isn't. [Fashion Informer via NY Mag]
Hollywood heavyweight Ridley Scott hopes to make a film about the tumultuous past of Gucci—murder! fashion! Hollywood!—but the folks at the luxury brand fear that Scott will make the film too sensational. Sounds like the family made it sensational enough on their own. [British Vogue]
Despite ads for Hairapy, your hair stylist is tired of listening to your problems. Please stop burdening them with your relationship issues and get a real therapist. [NY Times]
Stefano Pilati will stay at Yves Saint Laurent for a few more years after signing his life away to the Gucci Group in a multi-year contract. Do you think they made him sign the contract in blood? [Fashion Week Daily]
Tom Ford throws down the gauntlet in the London Vs. Paris fashion debate. "In terms of French culture, if you think about what the French are
producing in terms of fashion or architects or painters or musicians,
they are quite far behind what the British are producing," he told the Independent. "When you think of Paris you think of Karl Lagerfeld who is not French. And you think of Marc Jacobs who's not French and Stefano Pilati who's Italian." He's got a point. Maybe we'll see a war of the fashion houses! Burberry vs. Dior in a well-dressed smackdown. [Jezebel]
Dior names a new president. Like you knew the name of the previous president. [Fashion Week Daily]
Oscar de la Hoya admits to knowing the woman who is selling the "fake" drag photos to the tabloid media and aims to put the legal hurt on her. But the plot thickens. Radar dresses up as Nancy Drew and investigates! [Radar]
David Beckham is designing the stage costumes for the Spice Girls Reunion Tour? Say it ain't so! Who comes up with this crap? I guess the guy needs something to do since he was can't play with any balls except his own for the rest of the soccer season. [Vogue UK]
Your sense of smell is a powerful force. And in the sweltering heat of summer—amid the potpurri of sweat and sunscreen—it can be a blessing and a curse. So, do your part to make the world a sweeter smelling place and douse yourself with Gucci's latest fragrance for men—Gucci Pour Homme II. Does it get any sexier than Gucci? It's not exactly the "smell of sweat on a man's balls," but you won't be disappointed.
Not only is Pour Homme II a sophisticated and sensual cologne that will make everyone want to stand a little closer to you, but its formulation walks the line between manly musk and shower fresh so it appeals to men of all ages. If you prefer a signature scent that you can wear year-round, Gucci II is light enough for summer and warm enough to last well into the colder months. Do you know someone who constantly marinates in their cologne? Luckily, it's tough to overdo this one because it quickly dissipates into a subtle scent—but that also means you might want to reapply before heading to an afterwork happy hour.
Gucci Pour Homme II features a blend of citrusy bergamot and soothing lavender on top, spicy pimento, black tea and warm cinnamon at the heart and olive wood, manly musky notes, tobacco leaves and smokey myrrh rounding out the bottom. It might sound like an oddly odiferous cocktail, but it interacts beautifully with your body's chemistry. So, don't trust the scent strip at the fragrance counter. Spray it on your skin and inhale. Summer smells better already.
Eau de Toilette, $50-$65, at Saks Fifth Avenue stores.
There is something about sneakers that demands all excesses be forgiven: day-glo colors, clashing patterns, dubious technological advances (inflating air pods?) What's more, Gucci's hookup with Puma proves that even this most (pardon me) pedestrian section of the footwear marketplace is hot stuff.
Herewith, a guide to the season's hottest sneakers, with something (we hope) for every taste:
Want fine tailoring, something suitable to wear with a suit? Try Umbro's new collection by Brit designer Kim Jones (Thrillist)
Love Asiatrash? Hello Kitty Vans (2k words)
Want to glow in the dark? Neon New Balance, available only in Japan (High Snobriety)
Like to save money and/or play b-ball? Stephon Marbury's Starbury is the answer (Manolo's Shoe Blog)
Bit of a slummer? Adidas offers designs by four top gaffiti artistes
Feeling zen? Go minimalist with the Nike Air Force 1 by Hiroshi Fujiwara
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