So, I am off to Asia again for another work trip. On the itinerary this time, mostly Shanghai and the surrounding areas + another really quick trip back to Taipei. In fact, Im writing thi...
Oh Balmain... jadore! Balmain Homme Fall/Winter 2012 is just what I expect from one of my favorite houses... perfectly executed collection in its sharply tailored minimalist cuts. The co...
The Royal Mail Service just launched their latest theme stamp collection titled "The Great British Fashion Stamp Set." A collection of 10 stamps featuring some British fashion greats li...
Japanese label Howl Fall / Winter 2012 Menswear Lookbook is full of wearable and covetable pieces. Punk influences mixed with a 50s sporty twist, the looks are a modern way to be a rebel.  ...
Pendleton Fall / Winter 2012 "Portland" menswear lookbook just dropped and we are pretty happy with it. The aesthetic is classic americana with a twist...and apparently designed with Po...
Obsessed with Japanese brand ACVs Fall / Winter 2012 menswear lookbook. The printed hoodies and Tees are must buys. And of course, I love the layering especially the accent of the NY Yank...
Love these lookbook images form Chinese menswear label Manmade Natural for Fall / Winter 2012. Fusing Chinese traditional aesthetic with an understanding of western clothing history and paintin...
Well, not literally! Model Chris Sitzler just sat (or stood) for photographer Jürgen Schabes for a vintage Americana inspired motif photo shoot. I just love the modern interp...
We just came across the Fall / Winter 2012 lookbook for Japanese label Liberum Arbitrium. Shot by Hatanaka, model Martin Lekic is draped in wools, gauge, and cottons in a very neutral and clean...
Just came across these ads for MASP Art School in Sao Paulo. The concept is pretty brilliant - taking Dali, Van Gogh, and Picasso and showing them as dissection subject - combining my two favor...
Model Jakub Nowocien comes together with photographer Txema Yeste for a beautifully saturated editorial for the latest Spring 2012 issue of Numero Homme China. Clad in Givenchy and Prada to jus...
You know that a perfect bag has a certain slouch when one puts it down that makes it just the "IT" bag? Theres just something about the way it sits that makes it so cool and so covetabl...
Its been a hectic week back from my trip. I feel like Ive never left.....(not sure thats a good thing). But, I am glad to be back and sharing with you all again. Speaking of which....
So the last part of my trip, I headed back to my home Taipei, Taiwan for some relaxation and family time. It wasnt a very long stay here but I sure made the most of it - saw a bunch of friends,...
Since I work for an American heritage brand, I am always looking for images of "America" to inspire my work (and to use as mood board images...hehe). This editorial in the latest issue ...
So, as a part of my Asia vendor/work trip, I was fortunate enough to head over to Seoul, Korea. It was my first time in Seoul and good thing I had some trusty classmates from my Otis days there...
Titled LIFE SAVERS, the Fall / Winter 2012 menswear collection from Greek designer Angelos Frentzos is pretty damn cool. I need that oversized nordic hooded parka/cape combo and most of their k...
Heres China - Part II instagrammed and through the eyes of my iPhone 4S. Enjoy! If you like what you see, follow me on instagram! @standeviationco
I love it when beautiful things just land in my life so when I was contacted by photographer Oliver Sutton of Cape Town, South Africa with his latest shoot for issue #6 of Client Magazine, I was ecst...
Well, I am finally back from my work trip to Asia. On this trip, I visited Shanghai, Seoul, back to Shanghai, then off to Taipei. Its been a very productive and fashionable trip - vi...
Off to Asia for 3 weeks!!! In fact, Im writing this post sitting in the lounge at TPE waiting to catch my transfer to Shanghai. The itinerary includes Shanghai & surroundings cities ...
Skingraft is a label Ive been looking at for a while now for many reasons. Top 3 here: #1 - They are an LA brand. #2 - They are leather craftsmen (my favorite). #3 - Their offerings...
Ive been really into Asher Levine for a while now. Now, with this fifth collection, he takes his inspiration from a decadently despotic, futuristic society for Fall / Winter 2012. Militar...
I love this new project from young Lithuanian costume and menswear designer Dainius Bendikas titled INFINITE WE ARE. Taking inspiration from the idea of "extraterrestrial", strong lines...
Photographer Manouri Peiris captures Samuel Walter for Australian label Orri Henrisson Fall / Winter 2012 menswear collection lookbook. Ive been following Orri Henrisson for a couple of seasons...
First off...so sorry for the lack of posts lately. Work has been....to put it democratically...pure pandemonium. And this is even before I leave for my trips! But I am definitely tr...
French label Nanthalat Fall / Winter 2012 menswear lookbook is pretty damn chic. Exaggerated silhouettes and interesting proportion plays are evident in the looks. Taking inspiration fr...
Just came across these images from Austrian brand Superated. Its my first exposure to them and Im really glad that this came across my radar (thanks THIS/HEARTS/ON/FIRE)! The Fall / Winter 2012...
Yes, yes, I am still crazy busy. But, I just wanted to drop in and share something with you all. Heres a quick video to get you in a fashion mood. New York based new label AIE VEE j...
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