Filed under: Menswear, Mr. Dool Approves | Tags: capsule, dana lee, fall, Menswear
Back in February, we got a sneak peek at the fall collection from NYC-based designer Dana Lee out in Vegas at (capsule). Now, a few months closer to these clothes hitting stores, you can see the AW10 lookbook on the label’s site. Even though Lee recently noted in an interview with Secret Forts that she’s not too concerned with creating “head-to-toe” looks, it’s not hard to imagine leaving the house on a crisp October day dressed like the models here — especially artist Mat Bushell (above), who embodies that downtown, Ginsbergian nerdy-cool in these shots. These pieces are the basics that provide a solid foundation to any wardrobe — simple enough to be worn season after season, but with enough character to keep you from getting bored. See some more from Dana Lee after the jump.
I already wrote about the AW10 Lookbook from German brand SoPopular today on WATM, but I had a few more thoughts this afternoon that I wanted to cover here. I was first introduced to the brand about a year ago, when the label was still finding it’s footing and reaching an audience Stateside. A year later, after a multi-colored SS10 collection that seemed a bit misguided, SoPopular’s AW10 collection really delivers on its early promise. It’s confident, cohesive and sophisticated, but still very accessible, acknowledging the designers’ streetwear roots and influences that were the catalyst for forming the label. It also seems to be tailored much better.
I also like to see that they’ve stuck with model Cole Mohr for all of their lookbooks; he seems to embody the youthful, design-forward edge SoPopular employs so well.
More from AW10 below.
I’ve long admired Paul Smith for his mastery of some of my favorite aspects of contemporary menswear: splashes of bold color, pattern mixing, and the combination of youthful, rebellious flourishes with classic pieces. It’s all very British and rakish and punkish. So, needless to say, I geeked out over the FW10 collection, which had all of these elements I love and more. Seriously, if I could afford to eat, drink and furnish my wardrobe primarily in Paul Smith, I’d be rather content.
The collection has some killer suits, including a skinny electric blue number, knitwear that I haven’t seen from Paul Smith in past seasons, and enough plaid blazers to satisfy the somewhat irrational attraction I have toward such things. Naturally, there are some great tweeds and there’s a pretty badass leather jacket, too. Pairing boots with slim-cut trousers is on-trend for fall, and bringing in some sneakers is a nice nod to the high-low mixing that is still both an appealing and realistic style option for many consumers. While incorporating color is an area where Paul Smith always really shines, the collection integrates a muted palette well, too, layering on contrasting fabric to keep things interesting. Enjoy some highlights below.
