London Fashion Week Men's AW18 - Highlights: DAY 3
The fashion caravan has already trundled off to Milan, but before we take a small break from our reports from Milan, here are a few parting words on some of the last day's highlights and shows.
Blood Brother
For AW18 Blood Brother takes a look into the Instant Win, Instant Lifestyle promised to us by the omnipotent force that is Camelot & The National Lottery.
Graphic prints continue to be a key feature of the Blood Brother style and with tracksuit on its best his AW18 show was the ideal proposal for the sartorial streetwear aesthetic.
The tailoring details were notable in the biggest part of the collection elevating the looks resulting the sartorial streetwear.
D.Gnak
A collision of elevated streetwear, traditional Korean silhouettes and Western tailoring, the Autumn Winter 18 collection sees Kang.D work mostly in dark velvets and rich, tactile wools, also introducing jacquards.
Only black and white fabrics can be found in the Autumn Winter 18 collection, resulting in a shadowplay of light and dark, opposing forces and natures.
Bobby Abley
Singer Kill A Son opened the Bobby Abley AW18 show which was the last one for this fashion week.
Intense colours and playful combinations on the runway with Looney Tunes and the heroes of Warner Bros to be the protagonists on the bold prints.
The designer managed to create a different world on the runway- Bobbyland; where everyone is Welcome.
Get the look: #LFWM Street Style exclusive
After four cold days of catwalk shows, presentations and parties, that’s it for London Fashion Week Men’s for another six months. Everything you have seen, won't be out until August-September 2018, even though photographer Marc-Henri Ngandu captured some of the most interesting styling bits for you. Street Style will always be the biggest source of inspiration when it comes to styling and fashion so feel free to adopt the elements you loved to your personal style.
Photographer: Marc-Henri Ngandu
London Fashion Week Men's Highlights: DAY 1
Saturday the 6th of January was the first official day of men's fashion celebration in London. The streets were full of bloggers and fashionistas, the shows were on fire and here are a few parting words on some of the first highlights.
JOHN LAWRENCE SULLIVAN
John Lawrence Sullivan’s founder and designer, Arashi Yanagawa, opened London Fashion Week Men’s with a notable Autumn Winter 2018 collection which we loved here at REY.
Leather, tailoring, purple and leopard print were some of the strongest elements in the show with the leather gloves to be the 'it' accessories.
Styled by Anna Pesonen, the collection featured a certain degree of darkness with unambiguous references to films such as Twin Peaks, American Psycho, Matrix and Taxi Driver.
Ben Sherman x House Of Holland
Presented in a gallery inside Somerset House along the Thames, the show was a combination of dance performance and catwalk for the Ben Sherman x House of Holland collection.
The show featured 29 looks including track pants, fishtail parkas and some very natty Mod suits. Holland’s favoured graphics and the velvet pieces by Sherman were some of our favourite elements of the show but the most notable was the fact the Ben Sherman has sensibly recentered on its UK DNA.
The show is the latest example of the new direction Ben Sherman had taken since its acquisition by American fashion investment vehicle Marquee.
Liam Hodges
We all know Liam Hodges as the one who usually break the rules and with his latest show, he did it again. Mix and Match outfits with intense colours, and strong references from punks to the 90s kids tv shows, were some of the elements of his AW18 collection.
Polka dots and cartoon graphics on knitwear came as another 'new trend' from the designer and they have been combined with Slim tracksuits, tartan trousers and denim pieces resulting the new wave mix and match aesthetic.
Qasimi
Qasimi AW18 collection is definetely one that we love here at REY as it's so close to our style and aesthetic. Inspired by socio-political issues, architecture as well as contemporary art; the new Qasimi collection consists of boxy coats, structured jackets, tartan patterns and wide long trousers.
The colour pallet of the collection comes in contrast with the bold shapes as we note a big range of earth colours and soft shades of burgundy.
RAW: The Exhibition by Antonio Eugenio
London-based fashion photographer Antonio Eugenio presents his latest exhibition, RAW, that will be hosted by design-led hotel Leman Locke during London Fashion Week Men’s in January 2018.
In RAW exhibition, the photographer explores how diversity influences the codes of beauty in the male fashion industry.
Antonio Eugenio uses his volatile lens to capture authentic, unpredictable and vulnerable personalities in artificial surroundings. The photos seem to simultaneously question and confirm this contrast at the same time by a perfect set-up of lights. The portraits showcase the dreaming male and how diversity influences the fashion industry.
RAW Exhibition
Leman Locke Hotel
15 Leman St, London E1 8EN
6th of January to 5th of February 2018
Over the hills
Photography: Nina Lass
Styling: Yolanda Teskou
Grooming: Christos Theophanous
Model: Tony Pilato @ Ace models
Editor's picks: December’s favourites
Five days before the new year and I can imagine us all around trying to find the ideal Christmas presents for our beloved ones. We usually search to find something that suits their favourite choices; whatever comes to music, fashion or arts and preferably their personal style. My December’s favourites are consist of a mixture of choices and activities. Some of them could be the ideal Christmas present, a different music proposal or your new ‘obsession’.
Converse x JW Anderson : GLITTER
2017 is the year that menswear broke the rules with a lot of innovative design proposals and collaborations. One of the collaborations we loved is the one with converse and JW Anderson. Jonathan Anderson and his team gave one more glam twist to the classic Chuck Taylor All Stars and Thunderbolts and it’s delightfully sparkly! I don’t think you could find more festive trainers from the glitter ones in various colour combinations for both men and women.
** And if you think the glitter converse can only go casual, try to style them with your velvet blazer and trousers!
Call Me By Your Name: 2017’s best movie
We know it came out at the end of October, even though “Call me by your name” is from the movies you will always want to watch again before its cinema exit. (last showing on the 30 th of January). A powerful love story played out in the early Eighties somewhere in northern Italy, in the impossibly glamorous Italian Riviera summer villa of an archaeology professor. The protagonists are the visiting academic Oliver (Armie Hammer) and the professor's son Elio (Timothée Chalamet).
Loreen’s new style & new album RIDE
Loreen is making the absolute most of her brand new record deal and the creative freedom that’s come with it. Eurovision’s 2012 winner is back on the scene with her second studio album RIDE and it has become our latest music obsession. RIDE combines mid- tempo, electro-pop and soft electronica tracks creating a dreamy and alternative music journey.
Her newest music proposal couldn’t be more completed as Loreen has changed her style too. The Moroccan-Swedish singer left behind her iconic fringe and she appears with shaved head on RIDE’s cover. The singer noted that she shaved her head as she doesn’t want to hide anymore. Loreen wants to express herself with the power which comes from inside her and the new album’s promotion appears on social media with messages which push people to trust their inner powers. “I feel a change is coming. A global change for equally, and Istand behind it" noted in Vogue Arabia. .
LE LABO: BERGAMOTE 22 eau de parfum
When it comes to fragrance it’s always more personal. I always like to explore new brands and aromas and last month I finally came across LE LABO. At my first visit at the new LE LABO Selfridges, I was impressed not only with the unique smells but with the customer's journey as well. Once I chose my favourite LE LABO scent, the team hand blended my bottle at my presence. After considering which cologne to choose I concluded to BERGAMOTE 22. The dazzling bergamot combines freshness, sweetness and sensuality with acrobatic talent. All these qualities were encompassed in the perfume’s initial code name: “Fire Cologne”
A Year Without George Michael
December 25, 2017 marks a year since the passing of George Michael. A music and fashion icon, an international pop star, a legend.
During the year there have been many public tributes to the Greek Cypriot pop star around the world, from awards shows to symphonies and fundraisers. It feels like the end of an era but I don't want to forget. I don't want to stop writing about him, listening to his music and posting his pictures on social media.
Wham!'s official music video for 'Last Christmas'. More Wham hits here: http://smarturl.it/Wham_Spotify?IQid=WhamBB 'Listen without Prejudice/MTV Unplugged' - OUT NOW. Listen on Spotify here http://smarturl.it/GMFreedomSpot and get the album here http://smarturl.it/LWPGM Get the Fantasy single here http://smarturl.it/GMFantasy Music updates http://www.listen-georgemichael.com Official website http://www.georgemichael.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/georgemichael/ Twitter https://twitter.com/GeorgeMOfficial Instagram https://www.instagram.com/georgemofficial/ Subscribe to George Michael on YouTube: http://smarturl.it/GeorgeMsubscribe --------- Lyrics: Last Christmas I gave you my heart But the very next day you gave it away.
With his Christmas single LAST CHRISTMAS charting at no. 3 in the U.K today, the pop music pays tribute to his legacy and marks his name on the top of the list for another one year.
The new single from George Michael "White Light" is OUT NOW, click here to buy: https://bit.ly/GMWhiteLight Find George on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgemichael and Twitter: https://twitter.com/#/georgemichael http://www.GeorgeMichael.com Music video by George Michael performing White Light. 2012 G.K.
Rest in peace George Michael... You will always be 'alive' for us, for the LGBT community and the world, for the music. Xx
Can't put a spell on me
Photography : Jovana Mladenovic
Model: Model: Derian @ Relatum Model Agency
Producer and a fashion scout : Zarko Mitrovic
TREND ALERT: Belt bags
This season’s ‘’it’’ bag is the 90s stable one, the belt bag. Different designers and brands have been promoting the trend and we notice it in different varieties, shapes and colours. The trend seems to be at the front row for both men’s and women’s preferences as it was spotted on various celebrities and streetstyle. In both cases it is very important to have in mind the right tips on styling and how to wear it in order to avoid the ‘’tourist look’’. This can be achieved by investing in more luxurious fabrics, regardless the price of the ‘funny’ bag. Men can invest in leather and high-quality canvas belt bags and they should combine it only with more casual laid-back looks. In contrast girls can combine the belt bag with suits and dresses for a cool touch to the whole outfit concentrating on the waist, for a more feminine ‘ladylike’ look. Another one crucial factor to have in mind before buying the ‘it’ piece of the season, is to pay attention to the colour. In my opinion it’s better to invest on more neutrals and shades of the season, like burgundy, green and navy.
Christmas is just around the corner and we recommend you some of our favourites in the list below to help you choose a must have piece to invest for the holiday festive season.
Gucci
Prada
Vercase
Gucci
Gucci
Belt Bags from MATCHESFASHION, Net a Porter and Farfetch
WORDS BY ELENA APOSTOLOU
Portraits
Photography: Nina Lass
Grooming: Christos Theophanous
Model : Giorgos Andrianos
Beauty credits:
Face: Total control foundation by Nyx cosmetics
Eyes: Eyeliner by Nyx professional make up, Shadows by YSL
Hair: L'oreal wet look series
Russian Leather by Molton Brown
If you love warm and deep fragrances, the new Molton Brown Collection “Russian Leather” is all you are looking for. Inspired by the 17th century Russian leather-making craft and is a great scent for winter and probably the best Christmas Gift for men.
The Russian Leather collection has a mixture of ingredients that creates a perfect balance between the smoky sweet yet spicy notes. The basil and Siberian pine make the scent and balance out the denseness of birch.
It is ideal for anyone, including myself, who enjoys heavier scents. Although Russian Leather is
considered one of the deepest leather scents, it feels surprisingly quite fresh on the skin.
Words by Nicholas Papantoniou [Fashionmegawatts]
JOVÅN SS18 : Exclusive Preview
He is one of the most innovative designers of his generation in Milan and every collection he presents, hides a mysterious story behind. JOVÅN became more popular in London during 2016; when Olly Ines (Ollywood) was the main face of his campaign.
Nonetheless, I would like to introduce you the designer as well, before sharing with you an exclusive preview of his new collection.
REY Magazine will follow and use JOVÅN SS18 for many projects in the near future.
Jovan Stevanovic was born and raised in Serbia where in 2009 he debuted his first collection during Nivea Fashion Week. After positive feedback and critics, the self-taught designer has seen his collections featured in movies, TV shows, music videos and some of the most influential magazines and platforms.
After moving to Florence, in Italy, and graduating in fashion design, Jovan moved to Milan, establishing his menswear brand JOVÅN and became creative director for FBLP menswear and womenswear label established in Germany.
JOVÅN SS18 comes to add another one story for his collections, but this time more ironic and more personal. The SS18 collection consists of menswear and womenswear for the first time.
The aesthetic and the mood has still been fixed on luxury streetwear; even though the concept is deeper than you think. The designer decided to share his ex’s and friends’ perception of himself.
The ‘slogans’ on t-shirts and sweatshirts are ironically based on true events of people
Photographer: Paolo Colaiocco
Stylist: Luca Federico Manca
Hair & Make up: Raffaele Romagnoli
Models: Dora Grubisic, Jack Cressotti
Designer: Jovan Stevanovic
Improvisation 13 by Dimitris Theocharis featuring Harrison Sellers
Model: Harrison Sellers @ Supa model management
Fashion British Awards 2017: The Winners
Last night we experienced an incredible ceremony for Fashion British Awards and an emotionally charged celebration too, as Naomi Campbell along with other top models paid tribute to Azzedine Alaïa and his legacy.
From JW Anderson's double win to British Vogue cover girl Adwoa Aboah's as the Model of the Year, see all the winners from the British Fashion Awards 2017:
Model of the Year
Adwoa Aboah
Outstanding Contribution to British Fashion Award
Christopher Bailey
British Designer of the Year - Menswear
Craig Green for Craig Green
British Designer of the Year - Womenswear
Jonathan Anderson for JW Anderson
Jonathan Anderson
Accessories Designer of the Year
Jonathan Anderson for Loewe
Swarovski Award For Positive Change
Maria Grazia Chiuri
Urban Luxe Brand
Off-White
Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator
Pat McGrath
British Emerging Talent - Womenswear
Michael Halpern for Halpern
British Emerging Talent - Menswear
Charles Jeffrey for Charles Jeffrey Loverboy
Business Leader
Marco Bizzarri for Gucci
Special Recognition Award For Innovation
Stella McCartney
Stella McCartney
Style Icon
Donatella Versace
Designer of the Year
Raf Simons
Photographs: vogue.co.uk
REY Exclusive: CEMENT MORTAR AVEC LA CLASSE
Photography: George Cassapides
Styling: Christos Christou
Coat: Stephen Williams London
Trousers: Rick Owens
Shoes: Base
Grooming : Cuneyt Ozketen
Model: Adam Phillips @ First London Management
BOTTEGA VENETA CRUISE 2018
When Sartorial meets sport. The new Bottega Veneta menswear juxtaposes sharp tailoring with an athletic sensibility.
The sport-luxe trend leads the collection with combinations of sophisticated pieces and casuals blend the modern-classic.
Head-to-toe suiting topped off with relaxed sneakers and modern monochrome looks that pair pants and hoodies or puffy jackets propose the menswear image of 2018. From high-tech nylon to fine cashmere and crepe the Bottega Veneta design proposals celebrate the new men’s contemporary look.
REY Exclusive: Juxtapositions
Photography :
Stavros Christodoulou and Andreas Constantinou
Styling: Christos Christou
Grooming: Stelios Michael
Models: Lenos Yiannou, Valandis Kallis & Natasa Nicolaou
Location: Cyherbia
Create your own Balenciaga t-shirt at Dover Street Market, London
Dover Street Market will be hosting a digital team to customize Balenciaga t-shirts, where you can design a unique print on a touch-screen or choose from a range of graphic images and logos.
It’s worth mentioning that all the visuals and logos have been created by Demna Gvasalia. The products, for men and women, will be available in white, grey, black, red and two alternative fits, and a message reading ‘BALENCIAGA DO IT YOURSELF Ts’ will featured on the back of the t-shirts.
The new space will launch on November 30 until December the 17. Dover Street Market will launch an exclusive colour of the Balenciaga Triple S sneaker on November 30 worldwide to celebrate the new collaboration.
This is not the first time that Balenciaga had the ‘copy shop’ idea as we have seen a similar concept by the brand at the Parisian concept store Colette in June.
Photographs: Vogue Hommes
Azzedine Alaïa has passed away at the age of 77
Fashion world mourns the death of Azzedine Alaïa. According to French media reports French-Tunisian designer has passed away at the age of 77.
Born in Tunis on 26 February 1940 to wheat farmers, Alaïa was an early devotee to Vogue and cheated his way into the local Institut Supérieur des Beaux Arts in Tunis to study sculpture. He noted that "when I realised I couldn't be an amazing sculptor, I changed direction" - segueing into fashion. He began assisting a dress-maker and, having built up a private client base, he moved to Paris in 1957. He soon got a job at Christian Dior, in the midst of the Algerian war, but was dismissed for having incorrect immigration papers.
The Sphinx-like designer, once dubbed "the King of Cling", was highly revered for his garments that moulded the body into extraordinary proportions, the product of an obsessive craftsman who bears more resemblance to a sculptor than a fashion designer.
From Dior he went to Guy Laroche, where he spent two seasons, then to Thierry Mugler, but a series of high-society patrons allowed him to set up his own workshop. Elegant swans such as the Comtesse of Blegiers offered him lodgings in exchange for dress-making and babysitting. Hollywood stars such as Greta Garbo and the Seventies jet-set, which included Marie-Hélène de Rothschild, came regularly for fittings.
Azzedine Alaïa at the Palais Galliera
In 1980 he produced his first ready-to-wear collection, which was championed by the then doyennes of fashion, Melka Tréanton of Depeche Mode and Nicole Crassat of French Elle, who both regularly featured his work in their respective magazines.
That same year the designer moved to larger premises in Paris and by 1988 Alaïa had opened boutiques in Beverly Hills and New York. During the mid-'90s Alaïa partially retired from the fashion scene for personal reasons. However he continued to cater for a private clientele and enjoyed commercial success with his ready-to-wear lines.
Over the years he continued to create collections to the beat of his own drum, eschewing the traditional seasonal calendars, from which he retired in 1992: “When the collection is ready, it’s ready,” was Alaïa’s attitude. He showed a surprise couture collection in July, his first since 2011, in which Naomi Campbell made a rare catwalk appearance to rapturous reviews.