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Interview with the eclectic Californian creative, guest designer of the 104th edition of Pitti Uomo with his brand ERL

Cut-outs, leather, calibrated proportions and iconic accessories characterize the S/S 2023 men and women collections

Navy aesthetic cornerstones and essential – but sought-after – accessories define the wardrobe for the warm season

Coordinated movements, statuesque gestures, and plastic poses highlight key pieces for S/S 2023

Petals, corollas and floral patterns invade the surfaces of S/S 2023 menswear key pieces

Revisited tailoring and bold accessories in the fashion editorial from issue 13 of MANINTOWN

From issue 13 of MANINTOWN, the “hot” pieces of the new season (Gucci, Dolce&Gabbana, Moschino…) interpreted by model Francesco Testa

An avant-garde cellar, where art and craftsmanship intertwine to create contemporary environments, linked to the Etna area

The South Korean model stars in a shooting with a cinematic flavor, in which he wears the evegreens of menswear with a casual and refined manner

A style dialogue inspired by the Greek myth, where her and his clothes are mirrored

The author of the book ‘How to Not Fuck Up Your Art-World Happiness’ tells MANINTOWN about the art industry’s vices, virtues and perspectives

The key pieces of men’s collections of the big brands and new names star in the editorial shot by Giovanni Gori and Andrea Aldrovandi

A journey into the world of the niche fragrance house, that is a mix of modern elegance and Swiss standards of excellence

Interview with the French illustrator and designer, who will present the Special Project ‘Philocalie’ at Pitti Uomo 103

A focus on the guests of the fair, ones of the most authoritative interpreters of contemporary men’s fashion

The illustrator Jacopo Ascari captured some of the most important actors and actresses on the red carpets at 79th at Venice

To the glossy photos to the celebrity portraits, the exhibition in Milan pays tribute to the work of a master of photography

A focus on the designer who revolutionised fashion in the 1960s, to whom the Prato Textile Museum dedicated a retrospective

The new Artistic Director of the Swiss brand unveils his vision of the Montblanc man

In the images of photographer Roberto Autuori the best of A/W 2022 men’s fashion

A fashion story in which the creations of the Giberne brand take centre stage

The American designer and sexologist tells us about her experience in the world of eroticism in an interview full of insights

Russian model and stylist poses for Igor Vavilov’s lens, roaming the streets and houses of Istanbul

An interview with a designer who aims at challenging the preconceptions and clichés of menswear with his first collection

An homage to the atmospheres and chromatic exquisiteness of Wong Kar-Wai’s auteur films, with a model that stands out on camera

Anthony Pomes and Sébastien Marchand, two highly expressive photographers, join forces for a shooting with great espressive power

Layering, wraparound coats and accessories with personality are the stylistic ingredients of this fashion editorial

An otherworldly, yet carnal and shameless spirit poses for Manintown in the garden of Palazzo San Niccolò

Model and influencer Michael Terlizzi literally gets naked for Manintown, posing for intense black and white portraits that convey strength and delicacy

The statuesque physique of model and artist Sager Kurusinkal stands out in a pictorial-style shoot

In Davide Musto’s black & white shots for Manintown Giacomo Affede and Nacho Penin play two super stylish skaters

In this fashion editorial from ‘Youth Babilonia’ issue, an unspoiled nature is the perfect frame for the next Fall/Winter hot pieces

Model Rocco Serio is the protagonist of the shooting published in the “Youth Babilonia” issue, where he interprets some key pieces from new men’s collections

Through his photography, the French photographer desires to feel and capture the subject’s emotions, just as theater, literature and dance do

In front of Davide Musto’s lens, Luigi Bruno plays with fashion pieces like micro tops, blouses, studded blazers and leather accessories

The American photographer has returned to Milan to showcase a new and visionary phase of his productions

The collection combining design, art and sustainability

MANINTOWN summarizes the story of the Flemish designer, the Pitti Immagine Uomo no. 102 Guest of Honor

Read our interview with the founder of ‘The Gentleman Blogger’, a platform that is a benchmark for men’s lifestyle

For the 48-year-old artist Sergio Fiorentino, from Catania but now transplanted to Noto, the city of Syracuse represented a fundamental turning point, a watershed in his work and existential path: having fallen in love with the cradle of Baroque, unique for its lights, colors, inspirations and sensations, he moved there permanently, using a space in

Curated by Francesca Romana Riggio Text by Astro Coach Massimo Giannone Illustrations by Maria Lombardi ARIES “Passion is everything. I desire the smallest things so madly, as well as the biggest ones. I have no peace” – Gabriele D’Annunzio In a song by Domenico Modugno “Nel blu dipinto di blu”, the singer wants to convey

Manintown meets Max von Troschke, Managing Partner of skin689 (skincare luxury products made in Switzerland). Max von Troschke is an entrepreneur in the luxury beauty and skincare routine’s field. A maximum expert to achieve eternal youth. When it comes to resolve problems for having a toned skin, he’s the voice to listen to. Man in

Welcome to Stars and Styles, our monthly horoscope appointment, with the guidance of Astro-coach Massimo Giannone, renowned astrologer. Gifted with exceptional sensitivity, he reads with a methodical eye and interprets with the gift of intuition. Giannone has literally conquered the heart of Italy, starting from Milan, the capital of fashion and publishing, with his fixed

Created in 2016 by ​​Christian Larson and Andreas Palm, CDLP is a Swedish male underwear brand. Its story begins after several trips of the founders, where the two designers discover how similar their taste in underwear was. Hence the idea of ​​creating a new solution for men’s underwear, a combination of sustainable fabrics and sewing

“If the mountain will not come to Mohammed, Mohammed will go to the mountain”. That’s how we have reinvented ourselves because of Covid, and that’s what Milano Wine Affair did to introduce one of its customers, Ronco Calino Franciacorta. Located between Milan and Verona, it has been a land for winemaking for a long time. It is an

Which are the five words that will characterize our next trips? Safety, quiet, light-heartedness, adventure, and sustainability. We have been deprived of the possibility to take a flight for a year now. We have forgotten that feeling when you check-in, run at the airport, and land on the other side of the world. Since, at

Gilberto Calzolari is a conscious visionary. We already loved him on the occasion of his deserved recognition at the Green Carpet Fashion Award 2018, when the model and influencer Federica Del Sale wore one of his dresses made of jute from Brazil, which had been found on the Navigli in Milan. After having carried kilos of

The Tuscan capital, the cradle of culture, history, and art, is the emblem of the perfect Italian city to go on a pleasant trip. The pleasure itself is the common thread of these five beautiful experiences taken into consideration. Florence is a place where the harmony between man and landscape finds its maximum expression, but

What the following fashion shows have in common is an abstract journey through space and time, between past and future, and between reality and utopia. With futuristic garments and classical-style scenography, you are transported into a parallel universe.  Missoni depicts the new generations, ambitious and a bit rebel, as seen in their free time, involved in

Woman Fashion Week 2021 starts with an unmissable tribute to Beppe Modenese, who left us on 21st November 2020, through the work of Beniamino Barrese, who relocates him immersed in a world very dear to him, with the same severity and concreteness with which his voice resounds: fashion.   A hectic Milan, accompanied by the usual traffic

The Dolomites are the mountains that everyone in the world admires. They offer breathtaking skylines and atmospheres in every season. Over the years, they become increasingly a trendy destination that should not be missing from our summer plans. In South Tyrol, the famous names and the new Alpine hotels have every comfort. They are close

Welcome to Stars and Styles, our NEW monthly horoscope appointment, with the guidance of Astro-coach Massimo Giannone, renowned astrologer. Gifted with exceptional sensitivity, he reads with a methodical eye and interprets with the gift of intuition. Giannone has literally conquered the heart of Italy, starting from Milan, the capital of fashion and publishing, with his

Essentiality: this is the aesthetic signature of the MGC cuvée, an acronym for Mumm Grand Cordon. This is the value that marks our contemporary life. Maison Mumm reconfirms its role as a pioneer and innovator with MGC, the new cuvée created from a sustainable perspective of 835 grams for a 1 liter of bubbles, the

February has officially kicked-off and the spring moods—lockdown permitting—are high. Tier 3 folk, rejoice! Don’t let lockdown hamper your cheer; fashion can still be in order. Whether you’re racing for Zooms in full-force or gathering for a (socially distant) dinner, fuss-free wardrobe staples are your tickets to keep you in good spirits. There’s plenty on

What you may have missed from the Uber talked event on Clubhouse, takeaways and fun facts with a plot twist: A “snowy” usual pandemic Sunday (at least in NYC) suddenly turns into the hottest digital event, with Elon Musk joining a chatroom hosted on the trendsetting latest app on the net, Clubhouse, for 2 hours

Welcome to Stars and Styles, our NEW monthly horoscope appointment, with the guidance of Astro-coach Massimo Giannone, renowned astrologer. Gifted with exceptional sensitivity, he reads with a methodical eye and interprets with the gift of intuition. Giannone has literally conquered the heart of Italy, starting from Milan, the capital of fashion and publishing, with his

“All our lives, we have heard our father called Maestro, and that has always made us proud of him, now that they call us Maestro, we know that it is our father who is very proud of us.” Barbera Sandro & Figli is an artisan company rooted in a long tradition of working with leather

As the world hunkers down ahead of a new lockdown and a tartly cold season, practicality comes with reason. And if you thought comfort can’t be classy, we invite you to think again. As well as offering a simple-to-twinkle route to your daily routine (check out Bottega Veneta’s cult options), comfort staples provide the right

Celebrations and experiments. From the Olympus of luxury, an exceptional Maison wears blue the most exclusive eco-bottle of the moment, while the number one denim in the world celebrates with a capsule the Disney family. High-end brands in the world of anti-theft garments celebrate a winning partnership of 10 years, it is a certainty when

If you find off-duty dressing a forced affair, allow a fair dose of chic practicality to come to your rescue. The new seasonal fashion lexicon takes the effort out of looking effortless. This year’s unavoidable WFH situationship (pardon my lingo) shouldn’t dissuade you from dressing up (or down from you Zoom-ready set up). Nod to

Fashion Editor & Stylist – Francesco Vavallo @francesco_vavallo Photographer – Stefano Sciuto @stefanosciutophoto Grooming – Martina Russo @martinarussow Ass. Stylist – Renato Ninfole @renatoninfole Ass. Ph – Nicolò Martinazzi @nicolomartinazziphoto Location – [HOHM] STREET YOGA @hohmstreetyoga Models – GAYE @gaye_sero @bravemodels                  MAAL @maal.azyz @bravemodels                  CHRIS @yuchehsu1219 @bravemodels                  TYRONE @tyronesmithers @ww_mgmt Special thanks: Vincenzo Lamberti, [hohm] street yoga Body, mind, and soul in union through Yoga. When we think about living well with ourselves, we think about being in

We resume our journey with the fashion brands that tell their story through the values of music and art. Two forms of expression that know no borders, but are made of colours and frequencies, mark time and influence moods. They keep us together due to a rhythm that beats in unison or an image that

It is considered the most representative event of a sector that represents the excellence of Made in Italy, with more than 200,000 square meters entirely outdoors, between land and water and 5 different exhibition areas: TechTrade area, the section dedicated to components and accessories, Sailing World, the area of sailing, Boat Discovery for outboard motors,

Legendary and timeless label Triumph Lifestyle is back with a bold bang for Autumn Winter 2020: drawing inspiration from 100 years of history and a premium etiquette of sportswear- appropriate apparel, the brand provides clothing for craftsmanship aficionados with a penchant for iconic wardrobe classics. “The Autumn/Winter 2020 campaign is the second collection from this

The global fashion industry is undertaking a tumultuous ride in light of the Coronavirus pandemic which, for many enterprises, has been the catalyst of irrevocable financial disruptions. Major fashion capitals have had to adapt to a ‘new normal’, fledging to a new modus operandi in order to endure the crisis. Fashion weeks, in fact, have

The materials that are changing the rules of the game The fashion industry is famous for being innovative, thriving, a real avant-garde. Unfortunately it is also well known that the global fashion system is one of the main polluters in terms of exploitation of natural resources. During the last few years, following the massive changes

Cat Footwear unveiled their new Autumn/Winter 2020 ‘Engineered For Originality’ campaign, created by several digital artists from across the globe. Hailing from seven markets, UK, Poland, Sweden, France, China, Chile and USA, the artists were recruited by Cat Footwear to unleash a campaign which follows on from SS20, taking cues from the initial concept. The concept

If there’s one way to ensure you keep up an optimum regime of wear-anywhere options, a selection of great versatile options might be the ultimate solution to solve your mid-season drama. Is it fitted, or slouchy? The right answer may have not yet come to fruition, but the best propositions are the ones comfortable enough

Keeping a casual style currency has never been so imperative in the circumstances we’re currently living in. Of course, the #WFH mode will perhaps cease in the new year, however comfort calls for one to look smart even in the most laid-back occasions. The solution? Chucking on a wear-anywhere shirt could solve your seasonal wardrobe

Louis Vuitton has opened a new men’s store in Las Vegas. Located in the famous Bellagio luxury resort and casino, the new shop features a contemporary design reflective of the Paris brand’s luxury roots and uncompromising craftsmanship. The outpost overlooks the popular Bellagio fountains and designed with an eye-catching façade studded with twisted stainless-steel blades.

Fast Retailing Co., owner of Japanese apparel retailer UNIQLO, has officially readjusted its financial forecasts for the rest of this year, lowering its profit outlook as a result of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.  More specifically, the company now expects an annual operating profit of ¥130 billion JPY, approximately comparable to $1.21 billion USD. This marks

Creative organisations are to get a £1.5bn lifeline to help stay in business while coronavirus forces dim all hopes. The rescue package is expected to help world-known institutions such as the Royal Albert Hall, the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Mary Rose Trust. Unveiling the plan, Boris Johnson said the money would help safeguard the

Kanye West knows exactly how to drop the jaws. Yes, you heard it right. Singer and entrepreneur, he announced a head-scrabbling partnership with chain retailer GAP, kicking off a ten-year-long collaboration.  A mysterious shroud envelops the Gap Store at the corner of Michigan and Ohio in Chicago, apparently the exact store that West himself used

Last week, tech giant Microsoft announced a new approach to retail. This approach, taking place with immediate effect, will see the closure of all but four of Microsoft’s stores cross-globally. Only a quarter of stores of stores will remain open in New York, London, Sydney and Redmond, but they will become Microsoft Experience Centres offering no product

Social media giant Facebook has dominated the headlines for the past few months, and now the company has just announced that it will be rolling out a new feature which alerts users when sharing content older than three months. Now, when trying to share a post, an alert reading “this article is over three months old” will pop

It wasn’t all a luxury affair when fashion chose to meet its modern forces. In reality, this meant simple, fairly traditional clothes, done well. Any collection American-related would be missing a trick if it wasn’t a little focused on athleisurewear. Fortunately, NICCE wouldn’t make such a mistake –  the brand’s Spring/Summer 2020 collection pays homage to

Kanye West’s YEEZY has signed a reported 10 year partnership with Gap entailing a co-branded line of apparel set to release sometime in 2021.  The collaborative collection, designed by West and the YEEZY team (helmed by Design Director Mowalola Ogunlesi), will include womenswear, menswear and children’s clothes at accessible price points. The controversial rapper has long expressed desire to work

After announcing the program over the past year, Adobe has finally released the Photoshop Camera app. The application allows one to apply a plethora of filters for free.  Photoshop Camera is available for iOS and Android users; it encompasses AI-powered features to improve photos. You can take advantage of quick fixes like auto-tone and portrait

Luxury conglomerate Kering has just added three new members to its board of directors, announcing that actress Emma Watson, businessman Tidjane Thiam and entrepreneur Jean Liu have joined the French Company. “The collective intelligence that comes from diverse points of view and the richness of different experiences are crucial to the future of our organization. I

Sportswear giant Adidas has recently issued a statement following last week’s protest due to the organisation’s complacency on racism. Along with the message, the sportswear brand has vowed to immediately implement three steps of action, including a $20 million investment in Black communities, university scholarship for black employees, and focusing on a “more inclusive” hiring. 

After Apple’s Chief Executive Officer announcement in April, the Apple Card is now set to add interest-free instalment payments for more of its products. Ever since last year, holders for the credit card created by Apple and issued by Goldman Sachs have been able to purchase iPhone models with 24 months of no interest.  Apple

Back in April, London Fashion Week announced it would become a virtual event in light of the global pandemic. The British Fashion Council has released more details about what to expect when it launches this weekend. From Friday, the London Fashion Week website will relaunch as a ‘digital platform’, aimed at both industry figures and consumers. The BFC

Streetwear Giant Palace joins the burgeoning list of brands and institutions donating o the black community, announcing a $1 million pledge to Black Lives Matter and the Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust. The streetwear brand made the announcement on June 8, while sharing an anti-racism video on its Instagram page.  News of the pledge comes as fellow brands

Referencing a time when freedom was in the air and everyone was there for a good time (how wistful), Dickies adopted 1990’S tailoring elements and styles to create their SS20 collection. The brand adopts those famous nineties styles into something more contemporary. Using modern, lightweight construction techniques and breathable premium cottons, the brand fused tailoring

Apple has released iOS 13.5 and iPad 13.5 GM to developers as of this week. According to 9to5Mac, the update includes the first version of the company’s Covid-19 exposure notification API. Apple utilises Bluetooth to exchange anonymous identifiers when two people are in close vicinity to one another. If a person has tested positive to Coronavirus,

As retailers cross-globally are being forced to adapt to measures during global disruptions for the pandemic, Facebook has announced the launch of a new shopping feature intended to help businesses sell their products online. Facebook shops, which was announced on Tuesday May 19, will begin rolling immediately, enabling retailers to sell products directly to consumers

If your proclivity longs for a cool-meets-slick style renaissance, stop everything you’re doing: The tie-dye technique is a mainstay, so be prepared to embrace it. Tie-dye was once the stuff of elementary school arts and crafts–DIY gifts bestowed upon parents and grandparents on special occasions. Then, it became a cure for middle school boredom–a photogenic

Reports comment that luxury label Balenciaga has authorized a deal to open a new flagship store on London’s Bond Street. The Kering-owned label came in accord with British footwear and handbag retailer Russell & Bromley to take over its lease on for its store on New Bond Street. Kering liaised with the building’s landlord, the City

Long, short, tunic, habit, chiton or toga, the male skirt has been the favorite garment of people, civilizations, tribes, kings, and warriors. It has ruled in temples, courts, agora, and battlefields. But, in 1789, to the cry of “Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité”, trousers have become the flag of revolutionaries and skirt was put in the pillory. 

Founded in 1992 by Jon Bresler in New York, LAFCO combines traditional craftsmanship and the purest ingredients to create transporting home fragrances and personal care products. The luxurious collection of soaps, lotion, diffusers, and candles are made from rigorously sourced essential oils. The products are hand produced using both time-honored botanical production practices and cutting-edge

We have interviewed Yossi Fisher, a brand consultant and brand strategist who also in this delicate period is carrying out international projects with costumers and associations. Here some reflections related to the phase that the fashion system is going through. You are connected with many creative people around the world. What is the general sentiment

Published this week on WWD an open letter by the pen of Maestro Giorgio Armani to the world of fashion. After being one of the very first one leaders to recognize the danger of the pandemic, showing his new collection behind closed doors during Milan Fashion Week, donating 2 ml euros to the local hospitals

So, do you still think that individualism, an ancient dogma that the 80s with paleoconservatism have perpetrated in the minds, is still the only way possible? It seems now, more than ever, with this pandemic situation that is making us think about the way we treat our environment, but also how the economic system is collapsing,

After the entire fashion world has placed major shifts towards supporting and backing Covid-19 turmoil, Gucci is the latest fashion house to pledge a lump-sum donation to battle against spreading coronavirus. Based in Italy, where the epidemic has implemented huge havoc, the luxury label announced a 1 Million euros donation to the Italian Civil Protection

As times of upheaval couldn’t get worse and all hopes seem to dim, the fashion industry knows how to get hold of the quickest solutions. On this occasion, the Alexander McQueen’s Sarabande foundation has consolidated in the making of free lectures on the subjects of art and fashion, as the world rolls in self-isolation.  Titled

In this moment in which we are far from anyone, our habits and our routines are very different. From smart working to the various solutions to meet every need, including those to keep fit and blow off steam. Also, the choice of our outfit is in this direction: comfort is the master, with a charge

Apple has launched a new app and website for users in the United States, in order to deliver accurate and reliable information regarding the Covid-19 condition. The digital portal allows users to answer a series of questions around risk factors, recent exposures and symptoms for both themselves and their beloved ones. In turn, they will

Mauro Porcini joined Pepsi in 2012 as its first ever Chief Design Officer. Living in NYC and Italian native, he shares with us his experience during the Covid-19 epidemic. Mauro is an expert in design as well as global branding, a supporter of the Made in Italy and Italian style.  We have asked his view, experience and

Your name is synonym for eyewear made, built, designed and developed in Italy: the perfect combination of heritage and handicraft, with a future-forward vision. “Making spectacles is like making a dress; this is what I want to offer to my client – so Marco Melis – every little detail can be analysed and selected to

These duty-heavy heroes have been (and should be) the abiding testament to formal dressing.  Take a seat, broaden your alternatives and don’t feel sorry: your style currency update starts from now. It’s time to rethink formalwear, which has found itself boosting with great remark since the early classroom days. The new grab-and-go shirt is gently