Author archives: Felicia

When you're dressed in Anja Gockel, the whole...

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Winter need not always imply a scarcity of colour! Anja Gockel proves precisely this with her latest autumn and winter collection. Titled “Take Me Home”, the collection is an eclectic flurry of colours and shapes. Soft greys and strict blacks are broken up by the intensive yellow and orange tones that shine...

Sha' Cha – A Touch of Ethno

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Fashion is an endless development; a cycle of inspirations from the past and new innovations. Thus there will always be ups and downs; there'll always be happening trends that we will come to be ashamed of in a few years' time. But not everybody adheres to this cycle (which is...

Trend alarm with Thomas Rath

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With the start of September, the time for change has come. It marks a new beginning - in the world of fashion, at least. It's the start of the autumn and winter season, and every day we get closer and closer to the time for stocking up on warmer clothing. Along...

Michael Kors - Summertime bags for maritime f...

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Michael Kors is, at the moment, one of the trendiest designers around. His accessories are in particularly high demand everywhere. We've all come to know and love this American designer who made his big bang appearing on Heidi Klum’s Project Runway, and his watches and sunglasses are pretty much permanently...

Nautica - a modern twist to the marine look

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Want to rock this season’s maritime look even while standing in the center of a city? You've come to the right place. Nautica promotes a sporty and active lifestyle, a fact which is reflected in its maritime fashion. From summery swimming shorts to the preppy button-down shirt, you can find everything you...

Saint James - Casual Men's Chic

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Saint James' male line rather looks like a well-stocked wardrobe. But what, exactly, constitutes a well-stocked wardrobe? The answer: a wardrobe whose contents present a great number of possibilities for combinations, thus making it so much easier for somebody to piece together a good outfit. With Saint James, this has been...

Maritime shoe fashion by Gaastra

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A perfect sailor look is never complete without a pair of matching shoes. They can completely alter the character of the entire outfit, and are, as such, an integral part of the look. On that note, lifestyle label Gaastra, who have dedicated themselves to outfits for fans of sailing, also offer...

Schöniglich – elegant, colourful, stylish

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In my humble opinion, the true beauty of fashion lies in the fact that it is ever-changing and always reinventing itself. Every day, new trends are created, only to be thrown away with the establishment of new rules. Then, these new rules are dismissed yet again. There are a few...

Preppy sailor-look with Gaastra

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It's simple, but effective – in the world of men’s fashion, the preppy look is a timeless and relatively easy-to-grasp concept. It was a look decried by many as being too conservative, but it has long since transformed into a symbol for an active and fashionable lifestyle. The sailor’s look...

aLLesausLiebe – Filigree, feminine, casual

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Now that the high summer is in full swing, many of us want to make our outfits as minimalistic as possible - now is the time for us bring out the universally popular maritime look! But what makes this look so stylish? It's simple - thanks to an unbeatable combination...

Elegant Parisian Chic with Saint James

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From the working attire of the French sailor to the epitome of the Parisian chic, the Breton shirt is nowadays indispensable in many wardrobes. Initially brought into the limelight through Coco Chanel for women’s fashion, Jean Paul has anchored the shirt in the annals of fashion history. With its striped patterns,...

Kiniki revolutionises swimwear fashion

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Sometimes, technical advancement and fashion go hand in hand. The ever-progressing development of materials has already brought us diverse fabrics such as neoprene and breathable materials. Now, another very practical innovation has appeared on the fashion market. British label Kiniki has integrated Transol® into its swimwear, a material which supposedly allows sunlight...

Ethno Patterns reinterpreted at Watercult

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Any mention of ethno fashion always brings a certain image to my mind - not this time, however! There are always exceptions that display a whole new side to this style. German swimwear label Watercult has positively surprised me with their creations this summer. You can combine them with one another, thus putting...

Miranda Konstantinidou's fun-loving fashion

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Miranda Konstantinidou is definitely not a new name to those in the fashion industry - this German-raised Greek has celebrated great success, both with her fashion and jewellery label, the latter of which she is particularly renown for. She founded her jewellery label, Konplott, in 1986, and since then it has won international...

H&M brings preppiness to swimwear

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We are in the peak of summer, and holiday season has just begun. Naturally, this means that swim season has officially started! One pre-requisite for a relaxing day on the beach is, of course, matching swimwear. Fast-fashion giant H&M has given us a summer line with a whole lot of different models. From...

Beachwear for a juicy sporty look

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It's that time of the year again! The sun shines mercilessly from the sky as we spring into the cold waters of the sea that bring us salvation. We make our way into the remotest corners of the world, all to relax on its sublime beaches. Speaking of beaches, let's talk...

Summery Extravagance with Andrea Pompilio

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In my opinion, creations with an extravagant touch are often either hit or miss - while they might be great at attracting attention, sometimes I wonder if that was always the original intention of the wearer. I've noticed that men sometimes have a very restricted style, especially in Germany. And...

Unique Bow-Ties by à la Russe

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In the classic men's fashion, there are only a limited number of accessories. And between cufflinks, ties and co. it sometimes seems as if the man's world be quite limited. Way off the mark! Although there are not as many different ways to accentuate a classic outfit, but within the...

Casual Shirts by Marc O’Polo

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Classic and casual: these are the two attributes that immediately come to mind when I hear the name Marc O'Polo. The label has adopted a simple and functional concept, which translate to timeless leisure fashion made of mostly organic materials. It's casual chic at its finest. It's clear that this...

Prada shows off its smart side

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Ah, just like the good old days! With his work for Prada, renowned British photographer Craig McDean draws us into former times. His campaign for the menswear summer collection has a slight retro vibe, as evidenced in his photos and sketches. Actors Ethan Hawke and Jack O’Connell alongside Miles Teller and Ansel Elgort...

Rock 'n' Roll à la Hedi Slimane

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Despite only spending a brief time at Saint Laurent Paris, Hedi Slimane has left a lasting impression behind. He has a very succinct style, and he integrates this with his collections. He played a part in rejuvenating and reinventing the name of the French fashion house, and his designs are much more...

Outstanding jewel shades for summer – by Ba...

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Looks like this eye-catching trend is taking over this summer - spicing up classic menswear pieces with subtle twists! It can be found in almost all menswear collections for the summer, but implemented in various differing ways. Swiss fashion label Bally stands for the highest of all quality and a progressive style, and it seems like they've taken a...

Suits of the Swiss label Strellson

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The suit is the most substantial part of every man’s wardrobe: it's always a good investment, and it'll come in handy in a great number of occasions. You might not need to wear one to work every day, but a good suit will still be virtually indispensable to you. However, it has to...

Burton delivers lots of variety for men!

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Burton Menswear surpasses itself once again! This London label's new summer line has everything that the modern man needs. Attending a fine occasion? Getting through a rainy day in the city? That's no problem at all! The spectrum of variety is broad, but quality remains consistent throughout. Each piece has an orderly appearance. Colourful raincoats...

This summer, J. Crew redefines preppiness

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Preppy fashion: originating from the menswear segment of the fashion world, it's a style that will probably never go out of fashion. This classical yet sporty look affords its wearer a neat but carefree casual look. This style quickly invokes associations with gentlemanly sports such as golf, polo and sailing. Now,...

Classics with a twist at Brachmann

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It's always a great feeling to discover a piece of clothing that, aside from its innovative and unusual design, exudes a certain special charm. Ever felt like wearing entirely unique; a creation carefully prepared through traditional handicraft and advanced design? German label Brachmann can now make that wish come true. Founders of the...

Go casual with Calvin Klein Jeans

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Calvin Klein is one of the few labels with a certain timeless popularity. This label is famous for its essentially purist style, which results in a typically modern yet classic look. Despite its vast popularity, not many know that there are in fact a few different brands hidden behind the...