the new gucci man: s/s 2009
frida’s collection for gucci is a stamp, her own brand. she has definitely stepped out of tom ford’s shadow. i love tom ford, i love his elegance and glamour mixed with punk to create a style that is definitely his. although miles from your usual gucci man, frida giannini have created an image of happiness; colors everywhere like a child with a box of crayons. over all, the new gucci guy is courageous, relaxed, if not, flamboyant but still conscious and stylish!
from the lot i like this the best. the tailoring is still immaculate, undeniably gucci; though most fashion houses like lanvin and hermes have this voluminous/pajama look for spring, the gucci man is still stylish, lean and cut throat fierce. he is not shy with the play of colors for this season with colored and printed jeans, jackets and suits. the lush of tropical flora and fauna all over the gucci man. at first it may seem tacky and uninspiring but as we all know, it’s all about the execution. even the bags and shoes have a splash of color and a playful detail print of hibiscus (that’s gumamela for you pinoys), parrots and other exotic birds and flower. and speaking of accessories, for me, this collection’s strength is on the accessory. the aquamarine crocodile tote is perfection so is the electric blue bag satchel.
here are my top picks:
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d-squared: s/s 2009
one of the reasons i am into designer jeans is because of one brand, d squared. the twin tandem of dean and dan caten lured me into their brand when madonna wore a pair in her video for american pie. it was super low-sexy, bordering to scandalous. for 2009 spring, they’ve done it again. very clean, sexy lines, impeccable tailoring and gorgeous fit. the 3 piece denim suit never looked so good! they paid tribute to the birth of hip-hop extending vogue italia’s homage to diversity with an all colored model. virtually track suits, polo shirts, gym shorts, while still keeping in mind the warm spring and humid summer with bright colors, fresh look and even the comeback of argyle socks. although there are few accessories, featured bags are extremely stylish and wearable and their footwear are playful and very street. the collection is cohesive, designer-ghetto, with a throw back to the blues and jazz era. this collection is a breathe of fresh air for the twins, a breakaway from their fierce, highly styled, haute couture look.
below are my personal picks:
