Simon Spurr – Fall 2010 – New York

Is the London meets New York aesthetic a breath of fresh air to the menswear scene here in New York?

story by Michael Fragoso
photos by Martin Bielecki

Saville Row is in full swing with slim fitting trousers, big, logo filled bags, and a double-breasted aesthetic of the all together urban and tailored Simon Spurr Fall 2010 collection.

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Nary Manivong – Fall 2010 – New York

Nary Manivong’s Fall 2010 collection continues his use of minimalist construction, this season with influences mainly from the 40s and 80s. His silhouettes are reminiscent of the 40s, with slim flattering feminine lines.

story by Brandon Ruckdashel
photos by John Lamparski

Nary Manivong’s Fall 2010 collection continues his use of minimalist construction, this season with influences mainly from the 40s and 80s. His silhouettes are reminiscent of the 40s, with slim flattering feminine lines. This choice helps to add a classical and more romantic touch, and balances his 80s references, which are mostly visible in the use of asymmetrical construction, abstract floral prints, and teased up-do hair. Continue reading “Nary Manivong – Fall 2010 – New York”

Mik Cire – Fall 2010 – New York

Check out the video interview captured back stage at the show with the designer, featuring his innovative “slingshot” construction.

photos and interview by Sandy Ramirez

Mik Cire (\ˈmi-‘k\ \ˈsī(-ə)r\) Fall 2010 collection was spawned from Eric Kim’s mental realm of trench warfare and fitted biker jackets. Check out the video interview captured back stage at the show with the designer, featuring his innovative “slingshot” construction. Continue reading “Mik Cire – Fall 2010 – New York”

Petrou\Man – Fall 2010 – New York

Looking at Petrou\Man is like looking at a recent contemporary art exhibition. You’re not quite sure exactly what it is you may be seeing, but you defiantly want to continue to look at it.

story by Michael Fragoso
photos by John Lamparski

Looking at Petrou\Man is like looking at a recent contemporary art exhibition. You’re not quite sure exactly what it is you may be seeing, but you defiantly want to continue to look at it. Hailing from the legendary design school of Central St Martins, Nicolas Petrou’s avant-grunge designs have intricate stylingís that defy explanation. Continue reading “Petrou\Man – Fall 2010 – New York”

Organic By John Patrick – Fall 2010 – New York

This time around, John harkens the Scottish highlands with tweed and Balmoral served as the key inspirations. Check out the video interview.

story by Michael Fragoso
photos and video by John Lamparski
photo editing by Katie Piper
video editing by Charles Beckwith

John Patrick is a man of many trades. Living and designing all over Manhattan, The Hudson Valley, and Albany where he lives, his organic influences are truly rooted in his upbringing. Having been raised Macrobiotic, John sees designing using recycled/discarded/organic materials as second nature. This time around, John harkens the Scottish highlands with tweed and Balmoral served as the key inspirations. Nostalgic jackets, high waisted trousers, and beautiful shorts played up the themes.

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Loris Diran – Fall 2010 – New York

Loris Diran had a fantastic show at the Bowery Hotel for his Fall 2010 collection.

story by Alexandra Dawes
photos by Sandy Ramirez and Charles Beckwith
photo editing by Tatyana Bevs

First, a disclosure: our photographer Sandy Ramirez was the hired house photographer for this show.

That said, Loris Diran had a fantastic show at the Bowery Hotel for his Fall 2010 collection.

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Ephemeral – A Photo Editorial

A photo editorial by Adrianna Favero and Seth Friedermann, shot in New York’s Central Park. Photos by Adrianna Favero, Art Direction and Fashion Styling by Seth Friedermann, Hair by David Gulino, Makeup by Sarah Jane Sheehy. The models are Calei and Sara from Fenton Moon.

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Mara Hoffman – Fall 2010 – New York

Mara Hoffman showed a mystically-inspired Fall 2010 collection down, and modaCYCLE photographer Sandy Ramirez got to ask her some questions before the presentation.

story and photo editing by Alexandra Dawes
photos and interview by Sandy Ramirez
video editing by Charles Beckwith

Mara Hoffman showed a mystically-inspired Fall 2010 collection down, and modaCYCLE photographer Sandy Ramirez got to ask her some questions before the presentation.

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Jason Wu – Fall 2010 – New York

Taiwanese designer Jason Wu (who designed of Michelle Obama’s inaugural gown) sent a delicate and lady-like collection down the runway for Fall 2010.

story by Alexandra Dawes
photos by Sandy Ramirez
photo editing by Alexandra Dawes

Taiwanese designer Jason Wu (best known for having created of Michelle Obama’s iconic yellow inaugural gown) sent a delicate and lady-like collection down the runway for Fall 2010.

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