Author: archive

Fratelli Rossetti Fall-Winter 2009

Fratelli Rossetti mixes leathers and blends leather with suede for yet another strong stylish line. Usually we try to report on innovation, but with this label, these pieces are all about craftsmanship. The company was started shortly after World War II and since its foundation has demonstrated a consistent application of their awareness of fashion history and contemporary style time and again in their new collections. This season is no different. These are some very nice shoes.

reportage by Charles Beckwith
photos by Sandy Ramirez

Fratelli Rossetti mixes leathers and blends leather with suede for yet another strong stylish line. Usually we try to report on innovation, but with this label, these pieces are all about craftsmanship. The company was started shortly after World War II and since its foundation has demonstrated a consistent application of their awareness of fashion history and contemporary style time and again in their new collections. This season is no different. These are some very nice shoes. Continue reading “Fratelli Rossetti Fall-Winter 2009”

Versace Spring-Summer 2010 Collection at Milan Moda Uomo

Donatella Versace’s Spring-Summer 2010 mens collection featured simple chic shirts, loose long pants, and leather bracelets and bands on the wrists which matched the belts. Lots of long-sleeve earth color shirts with open button collars. Every outfit sent down the line was made of more or less matching pieces, so it was a bit like seeing a series of young millionaires’ uniforms paraded out, but not costumes per se. Overall a rather rugged appearance for summer.

notes by Freda Henry
photos by Boris Marberg

Donatella Versace’s Spring-Summer 2010 mens collection show featured simple chic shirts, loose long pants, and leather bracelets and bands on the wrists which matched the belts. Lots of long-sleeve earth color shirts with open button collars. Every outfit sent down the line was made of more or less matching pieces, so it was a bit like seeing a series of young millionaires’ uniforms paraded out, but not costumes per se. Overall a rather rugged appearance for summer. Continue reading “Versace Spring-Summer 2010 Collection at Milan Moda Uomo”

Summer In Milano, Looks for Now

A few months ago I was in Milan and had the opportunity to shoot this fashion editorial in the Italian National Showroom of the Herman Miller furniture company. It features Herman Miller’s new Embody chair, which is the next generation of ergonomic office seating beyond their iconic Aeron. I love the spine on this thing, it’s such an interesting form. So are Jolita and Barbora in these fabulous summer looks.

photographer Charles Beckwith
models Jolita and Barbora from Models Plus Milan

A few months ago I had the opportunity to shoot this fashion editorial in the brand new Italian National Showroom of the Herman Miller furniture company. It features Herman Miller’s new Embody chair, which is the next generation of ergonomic office seating beyond their iconic Aeron. I love the spine on this thing, it’s such an interesting form. So are Jolita and Barbora in these fabulous summer looks.

Continue reading “Summer In Milano, Looks for Now”

Marcel Ostertag’s Desert Grace Spring-Summer 2010 Collection, Berlin

For Marcel Ostertag the cool understatement and purist inclinations that define German fashion are past. Beauty, glamor, and the grace of desert winds are for him, as shown in the striking synonyms that took center stage at the presentation. The Munich-based designer’s vision is based on impressions and feelings of desert life.

story by Veronika Gombert
photos by Alexander Palacios and Wolfgang Wöhrle

For Marcel Ostertag the cool understatement and purist inclinations that define German fashion are past. Beauty, glamor, and the grace of desert winds are for him, as shown in the striking synonyms that took center stage at the presentation. The Munich-based designer’s vision is based on impressions and feelings of desert life. Continue reading “Marcel Ostertag’s Desert Grace Spring-Summer 2010 Collection, Berlin”

Pages: Page 1, Page 2

A Look At What’s New From Los Angeles

A few weeks ago, I was invited to check out a few smaller Los Angeles designers’ fall 2010 collections at the Agent Red International showroom on 39th Street here in New York, hosted by a PR group called The Gallery Los Angeles. Here are some of the things that stood out.

story and snapshots by Charles Beckwith

A few weeks ago, I was invited to check out a few smaller Los Angeles designers’ fall 2010 collections at the Agent Red International showroom on 39th Street here in New York, hosted by a PR group called The Gallery Los Angeles. Here are some of the things that stood out. Continue reading “A Look At What’s New From Los Angeles”

Pages: Page 1, Page 2

Frida Weyer – An Homage to Femininity, SS2010, Berlin

Frida Weyer presented her first solo collection in the historic Chamäleon Varieté Theatre, at the Hackesche Höfe, during the second day of Berlin Fashion Week. The former ballroom from the golden age of art nouveau, with its striking 1920’s charm, was a perfect stage for the dramatic new collection. The show was a history lesson packed into sweet girlish dresses, with its strong references to the diva looks of the 1920’s and 50’s. Weyer has immediately found her niche, with this high-end line of extravagant gowns.

story by Veronika Gombert
photos by Alexander Palacios and Peter Becher

Frida Weyer presented her first solo collection in the historic Chamäleon Varieté Theater, at the Hackesche Höfe, during the second day of Berlin Fashion Week. The former ballroom from the golden age of art nouveau, with its striking 1920’s charm, was a perfect stage for the dramatic new collection. The show was a history lesson packed into sweet girlish dresses, with its strong references to the diva looks of the 1920’s and 50’s. Weyer has immediately found her niche, with this high-end line of extravagant gowns. Showing this remarkably coherent first collection, one wonders what the young designer could accomplish with an established house behind her. Continue reading “Frida Weyer – An Homage to Femininity, SS2010, Berlin”

Pages: Page 1, Page 2

German Shoe Porn

Ok, not really “porn” per se, but these images will definitely stimulate desire in many women. Maybe a few men as well. Here are some of the footwear looks from Berlin Fashion Week and the Spring-Summer 2010 Collections.

story by Charles Beckwith
photos by Boris Marberg

Ok, not really porn per se, but these images will definitely stimulate desire in many women. Maybe a few men as well. Here are some of the footwear looks from Berlin Fashion Week and the Spring-Summer 2010 Collections. Continue reading “German Shoe Porn”

Pages: Page 1, Page 2

Back to Basics: A Yeohlee 2010 Resort Collection Color Story

New York designer Yeohlee recently teamed up with modaCYCLE photographer Sandy Ramirez to get back to basics on this simple color story, styled by the couturier herself in her Garment District atelier, using pieces from the 2010 resort collection.

Designer Yeohlee recently teamed up with modaCYCLE photographer Sandy Ramirez to get back to basics on this simple color story, styled by the couturier herself and shot right in her New York Garment District studio, using pieces from the 2010 resort collection. Continue reading “Back to Basics: A Yeohlee 2010 Resort Collection Color Story”

Pages: Page 1, Page 2

Unrath & Strano Spring-Summer 2010 Bridal Collection, Berlin

Unrath & Strano is internationally renowned for their tailor-made evening gowns with exceptional cuts. The lobby of the Hotel Ellington was transformed into the epitome of luxury for the designer duo Klaus Unrath and Ivan Strano to present their first high-end bridal collection on the second day of Berlin Fashion Week.

story by Veronika Gombert
photos by Boris Marberg

Unrath & Strano is internationally renowned for their tailor-made evening gowns with exceptional cuts. The lobby of the Hotel Ellington was transformed into the epitome of luxury for the designer duo Klaus Unrath and Ivan Strano to present their first high-end bridal collection on the second day of Berlin Fashion Week. Continue reading “Unrath & Strano Spring-Summer 2010 Bridal Collection, Berlin”

Pages: Page 1, Page 2

Michalsky Home Run Spring-Summer 2010 Collection, Berlin

Michalsky’s maverick new spring-summer 2010 collection was presented outside the IMG/Mercedes-Benz venues, in the famous Friedrichstadtpalast theater. Strong looks, very stylish and wearable. Several outfits seemed to be fanciful, elegant, and streetwise all at the same time.

story by Alexander Palacios and Charles Beckwith
photos by Boris Marberg and Alexander Palacios

Michalsky’s maverick new spring-summer 2010 collection was presented outside the IMG/Mercedes-Benz venues, in the famous Friedrichstadtpalast theater. Strong looks, very stylish and wearable. Several outfits are a chic blend of fanciful, elegant, and streetwise all at the same time. Continue reading “Michalsky Home Run Spring-Summer 2010 Collection, Berlin”