Goodbye Twenty Ten...

Cheers to an unbelievable 2010...and to the hopes of an even better 2011...

xo
BEE

Soft Shine

Top: Jcrew. Jacket: DKNY. Shorts: DIY cut offs. Tights: Forever21. Shoes: Pierre Hardy for GAP. Sunglasses: Chloe. Jewelry: Michael Kors, David Yurman, Gap, BR, Jcrew, Pomellato. Nails: Essie Mint Candy Apple. Lips: Make Up For Ever Professionals #41.

Edible fashion? Well, sort of.

Edible fashion? Well, sort of. Imagine the temptation of walking around with sweets on your feet. I don't reckon much but it is certainly still interesting that Converse have plans to release these shoes for 2011. It's from the Converse Japan Spring 2011 Collection preview. I'm not mad on printed canvas shoes personally but having owned those checkerboard Vans in 2002 when I was a wee lad, so I can see the appeal for a younger person. Still, would you walk around with these Oyatsu Slip-On Candy Pack shoes?
Image from Highsnobiety

Orlando Smells Fruity: Boss Orange

The curly haired Brit who is more famous now for his marriage to Miranda Kerr than his movies has been named the new face of Boss Orange (July) and now the first images have been released. He follows fellow Brit Sienna Miller who is his female counterpart for the labels popular fragrance.

Orlando had this to say in a release: "Boss Orange is a brand I immediately identified with because it has a laid back, spontaneous quality I relate to, and there's more to come!"



Shot by Steven Klein in a basic tee and jeans combo, Orlando Bloom looks on (while flexing) with virtually the same pose as Sienna in her version. Following a theme or merely a coincidence? It is reported that Boss Orange will only be available to purchase in Europe. I own the old round-bottled one from 10 years ago so this would be a welcome addition to my collection.
Image from Justjared

Links of Love

Atlantic-Pacific got a lot of love this month from some uber fabulous sites and people. I just wanted to take a second to share with you and say many thanks!

1. Glamour Magazine, 'Slaves to Fashion'
2. Fab Sugar's 'Top 50 Looks of the Year'
3. Fab Sugar's 'Look of the Day'
4. Style Pantry's Style Interview Section

All In

Top: Zara. Vest: Rachel Roy. Shorts: Alice + Olivia. Tights: House of Holland. Shoes: NYLA. Gloves: All Saints.

Virginia is for Lovers

Vest: Jcrew. Top: Gap. Dress: BR. Tights: Hue. Socks: Urban Outfitters. Boots: BR. Jewelry: Michele, David Yurman, Gap, BR, Jcrew. Hat: Hatterdashers.

Hello, James

Denim c/o: James Jeans Twiggy Sway. Top/Necklace: Haute Hippie. Trench: BR. Shoes: BR. Bag: LV Speedy. Jewelry: David Yurman, Michael Kors, Gap, BR, Jcrew.

James Jeans sent me this lovely pair of Twiggy Sway denim and I am falling slightly in love. They are the perfect shade of dark denim, pair back to everything a girl owns, and are c-o-m-f-y. Head over to their site to check out their amazing range of washes and super sexy silhouettes!

I am headed off to the East Coast today and will be braving the cold weather and hopefully snow (fingers crossed). Hope all of you are having a lovely holiday surrounded by friends and family!

xo
BEE

Armani Joins the Phone Brigade

These days it seems the debate is either iPhone or Blackberry. Both parties will argue why theirs is better looking, more innovative, etc. etc. Personally I fall on the latter side, but I switched from an iPhone (too many gadgets and the typing irritated me).

Over the last few years we have seen many, many phones compete. We have also seen these companies get celebrities (like David Beckham) to endorse their product in hopes of enticing them to switch. It was only natural that in time fashion designers would be asked to help design their own cellphones. Remember Dolce & Gabbana and the gold Motorola?

So with design houses like Prada, Giambattista Valli and... Levi's with phones, it is Giorgio Armani who arrives with his newest designer-venture, the 'Armani Samsung S'. Featuring Ben Hill as the front man for the campaign.

Take a look at the behind the scenes footage below. Would you make the switch?

Image from Homotography

Jacques Naude for Barneys

This South African model has come a long way since his 2008 debut with his CK Jeans campaign.  Jacques Naude of Wilhelmina has featured in a long list of major publication which include VMAN, Details and Vogue Homme Japan and now he we have images of him acting a fool and getting paid modeling for Barney's "Have a foodie holiday". It's so good to see our boys and girls making a name for themselves overseas. We do make the best looking people though!



Images from thefashionisto

Androgyny for Marc Jacobs

Continuing the topic of re-inventing the modern model, Marc Jacobs has reportedly called upon the talents of Andrej Pejic for his latest Marc by Marc Jacobs Spring campaign. The 19 year old Serbian Australian recently returned from Marrakech where he was shooting with Juergen Teller. His co-model was none other than the Latvian (my people) beauty Ginta Lapina for their strikingly similar features.

The emerging model is swiftly becoming the "poster-boy for fashion androgyny" according to WWD due to his long platinum hair and feminine features. Mert and Marcus and Steven Meisel have all noticed the great potential for this young model and have put him alongside Daphne Groenevel, Iselin Steiro and the aforementioned Givenchy muse Lea T and featured him in both French and Italian Vogue as well as Arena Homme +.

Images from thefashionisto/Nymag.com/

WIN WITH BRONX AND MAN OF THE CLOTH

Bronx is offering one lucky reader an awesome Christmas hamper containing three pairs of shoes I chose which include the Coil loafers, Old Town boat shoes and a pair of Charge round toed shoes. 
To win all you need to do is drop us a mail at manoftheclothblog@yahoo.com and tell us how you plan to look fashionable this summer. In the Subject line type "Bronx Summer Give-Away" and leave me your name and phone number.

NOTE: This competition is unfortunately only open to South African readers and delivery will only take place in the new year. 

Visit www.bronxshoes.co.za for more information about Bronx’s latest summer range.

Givenchy Introduces An Albino Model

Models are much like the clothing they help sell, designers choose models to further extend this seasons look. In the case of some designers like Dolce and Gabbana they are selling sex too, but these days there has been a shift. One year models are flawless and the next they are awkward and geeky but it goes further than that. When Riccardo Tisci pushed the envelope by including Transsexual model Lea T in a Givenchy campaign it was met with respect from the public. Now he has done so yet again by including an albino model by the name of Stephen Thompson into his latest campaign (photographed below). 

Thankfully models like Lea T and Shaun Ross (photographed above) are breaking the mould and opening doors to models of all kinds. After all, designers are meant to be unique so why should their models not be too?  I could never understand why albino models were not used on mainstream fashion before but I am pleased to see that they are now. While Ross is not the first, it is Thompson who is steadily becoming a popular choice in fashion with spreads in various magazines in the new year. Isn’t that fantastic?

Images from models.com/Giantlife

Q&A with Stiaan Louw for Ammo Magazine

Stiaan Louw has been all over the net and magazines lately with the anticipation of his upcoming collection(s). Now Ammo Magazine beckoned the local designer for a Q&A all the way from New York and they included the topic of blackfacing and the controversy around it. Quite the interesting read!

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Charles Devoe Dead

There is no information as to why, but just a few days ago it was reported that Charles Devoe, a young and popular male model had died. Devoe had modeled for Steven Klein, V magazine, Arena Homme Plus and Buffalo jeans among others. See the Huffington Post who included a video by Bell Soto entitled 'The Visitor' as a tribute to the young model. My condolences go out to the family.
Image from models.com

Persol sunglass envy

Designed and crafted in Italy, Persol (from the Italian "per il sole" or "for the sun") is a hit among tastemakers and celebrities for impeccable fit and clarity. The brands patented Meflecto temples offer a secure fit, while crystal-tempered lenses offer protection with distortion free vision. Perfect for the sometimes unreasonable weather we have in Cape Town.

The brand is most known for their Steve McQueen (PO 714) glasses that were made famous when he wore them in "The Thomas Crown Affair". Naturally what followed was a host of leading men donning their own Persol shades. What was more surprising (or perhaps not so much today) was the female interest, notably Julia Roberts in her latest movie "Eat, Pray, Love".



While these beautiful sunglasses are not yet available on our shores they do offer other styles from Persol at Sunglass Hut, which include these PO2363S shades. I love the look but a square shape is not flattering for my long and oval face. Considering which sunglasses compliment your face the most should be your main objective. Not just satisfying a trend you enjoy.

This is definitely a brand to consider the next time you pop in to Sunglass Hut!


Images from StuartsLondon, Getty and SunglassHut.com

Sailor's Delight

Top: Saint James. Jacket: Theory. Pants: Diane Von Fursenberg. Shoes: GAP. Purse: Chanel. Jewelry: David Yurman, Michael Kors, F21, BR, GAP, Max&Chloe.

FRIDAY FASHION FACE-OFF feat. ANNE HATHAWAY DAVID BECKHAM

ANNE HATHAWAY

Robyn: So the Princess Diaries is hosting everything right now it seems. And something as illustrious as the Nobel Peace Prize concert it just the latest. So here Anne is in J.Mendel black shimmer. It is pretty classic and a bit sexy. And she looks really pretty. I’m just not sure that she is really a credible choice so that bothers me a bit. What do you think Marco?

Marco: Well, she has taken on more serious roles since the Princess Diaries, thankfully. To me it makes sense. I have always believed her to be one of the relatable and intelligent starlets in Hollywood and have enjoyed every one of her red-carpet looks. Not only because she is always ravishing but because she exudes class at the same time. Plus she has a bigger smile than anyone in Hollywood. Even Cameron. Thumbs up for this one.

DAVID BECKHAM

Marco: I have an incredibly supportive and loving father so when I saw this picture I knew it had to be my pick of the week. I appreciate a father who gets involved. David took his son to the Sun military awards in London and dressed him all up in Brooks Brothers. I must say the pair look rather dashing. Davids overcoat has a superb fit. Still all that said, what is going on with the middle path there, Becks?

Robyn: Ah, no fair! You know I love all things Beckham and here is a double dose of the cute. I can even overlook the hair since you know it is just going to change again in a couple of weeks. I can't wait for next book club so I can ask Vicky what she thinks of it! Totally and utterly adorable for Becks big and small. Marco, you win this one.

Images thanks to Coco Perez and Just Jared

Thom Browne S/S 11 editorial for Wonderland

THOM BROWNE S/S 11 EDITORIAL

For Thom Browne's S/S 11 collection he reigned in Way Perry to style this fantastic and quirky shoot. Benny Horne does yet another fantastic job, this time at documenting the trio of Salieu Jaloh, Henry Watkins and the latest addition to Browne's catalog, Ambrose Carter. That fish jacket is so up my alley!

Images from Red

Cascade

Jacket: Diane Von Furstenberg. Skirt: Topshop. Top: FCUK. Shoes: Michael Kors. Purse: YSL Muse. Belt: Jcrew. Jewelry: David Yurman, GAP, BR, Max&Chloe.