Video: “Paper Planes” by Mr Porter ft. Elijah Wood
Mr. Porter releases yet another fantastic short film, this time featuring Elijah Wood as an uninspired desk-jockey. The film, directed by Blair Getz Mezibov, does a fantastic job of showcasing Mr. Porter’s high-end sartorial wares through an intriguing narrative. Check it out.
Video: Lanvin Summer 2013 Campaign
In a tongue-and-cheek nod to how we communicate in today’s connected, yet disconnected world, Lanvin Creative Director Alber Elbaz gives feedback on the brand’s new campaign via a Skype video call for their spring/summer video. According to sources, the inspiration for the editorial came from Elbaz’s inability to actually be in New York City for…
Video: Dior Homme ‘Underpass’ Short Film
Dior Homme presents this short film, ‘Underpass’, shot by Willy Vanderperre. Featuring Ben Allen and Janis Ancens, the well-shot if not slightly haphazard clip establishes a feeling of the sublime with its multiple deserted underpasses cut along with the atmospheric How Does It Feel? by British psychedelic rock band Spacemen 3. We’ll leave you to…
Video: Prada Spring/Summer Campaign
Prada shares a look at the behind the scenes video of the Men’s Spring/Summer 2013 Ad Campaign starring four leading men – two iconic stars and two new talents: Harvey Keitel, Dane DeHaan, Benicio Del Toro and Aaron Taylor-Johnson. “Simplicity, detail and the emergence of a new elegance… Prada sets the scene for a new…
Video: Raf Simons Spring/Summer 2013 Collection
Belgian designer Raf Simons has recruited visual artist Pierre Debusschere to showcase his upcoming collection in the form of a video lookbook. Styled by Robbie Spencer, the slow-motion camera movement accentuates the collection: well-tailored shirts, floral printed suits, among others.
Video: The Hill-Side ‘Old Virginia’ Collection
Sandy and Emil Corsillo founded the Hill-Side around an assortment of pocket-squares, ties and accessories created from vintage fabrics. Their ‘Old Virginia’ collection sees them team up with retailer Hickoree’s to create a ‘Modified Herringbone’ pattern crafted by a sixth generation weaver. As the label themselves said, “We think this Old Virginia Modified Herringbone fabric…
Video: Etiquette Clothiers ‘The Art of Socks’
=”http://player.vimeo.com/video/52159331″ width=”600″ height=”400″ frameborder=”0″ webkitAllowFullScreen mozallowfullscreen allowFullScreen> ‘Art of Socks’ by Etiquette Clothiers is a tribute to the the world of premium sock manufacturing. Sure, socks may not be the most glamorous part of a wardrobe, but they’re increasingly part of what makes a sartorial statement. This documentary highlights the kind of thought and work…
The Man’s Guide To Buying A Watch: Movement
This IWC video is the first in a series called “The Man’s guide to buying a watch”. Over the course of the next few months the series will feature IWC watches, people at the manufacture in Schaffhausen to give you a behind the scenes look at our watches and some of the complications that form…
Ignacio Quiles ‘QP & Monty’ Vintage New York
Owner of vintage store QP & Monty, Quiles is about as smart as they come. Port comment “We take a look around Ignacio’s apartment, sampling his personal wardrobe and share his memories of New York in the 1970s, when Friday night meant waistcoats and “great lines” and when every man looked “sharp as a tac”.”
Video: “Jacket Required” Universal Works
Universal Works’ mainstay David Keyte say down for a chat with Jacket Required. The London tradeshow returns February 7 & 8 next year and in the run up will video preview a selection of brands in a series entitled ‘Save the Date’. In the first, Keyte talks about his life before UW and the brands…
Video: Nigel Cabourn Interview by Helmstyle
It’s always nice to get an idea of how the designers themselves inform the clothing they make, particularly when the designer is as unpretentious & charming as Mr. Nigel Cabourn. Check out this fantastic interview below.
Video: Behind-The-Scenes at Thom Browne 2013 Spring Collection
Recently on display in the French capital, a behind-the-scenes look at Thom Browne‘s 2013 spring collection is presented by Style.com as the site provides footage from both backstage and the front-row of the menswear runway show
Video: Designing James Bond’s Look
The Barbican presents a study into James Bond’s personal style, meeting award winning costume designer, Lindy Hemming; and a handful of bespoke tailors who have been instrumental in shaping and crafting this icon of style over 50 years. Designing Bond’s Look from Barbican Centre on Vimeo.
Video: It’s That Nice “The Making of a Drakes Tie”
A film by It’s Nice That’s Jai Rafferty at Drakes ties in Clerkenwell, looking at how the company creates it’s top-notch hand-stitched ties. Ties Ties Ties from It's Nice That on Vimeo.
Video: Put This On “The Savile Row”
As a part of Put This On‘s third episode from the second season, host and menswear aficionado Jesse Thorn heads to London’s legendary Savile Row to spotlight the city’s tailoring industry. Put This On at Savile Row from Put This On on Vimeo.
Video: Superdry x Timothy Everest Collection Preview
Japanese brand Superdry has teamed up wit British tailor Timothy Everest on the Sebiro Collection for 2012. The line of suiting is made up around four stylistic identities: The Super Spy, The Bank Robber, The San Franciscan and The Country Rebel. Check out all the looks in the video below.
Video: Seize sur Vingt Spring/Summer 2012 Collection
Seize sur Vingt gives us a look at their Spring/Summer 2012 collection in this video with accompanying images. Overall, it’s a great warm-weather collection, with light fabrics in bright colors (blaze orange suiting!). Check out the video & the complete collection looks below.
Video: Emporio Armani Spring/Summer 2012 Campaign
Emporio Armani present their spring/summer 2012 collection with a video directed by top photographer Alisdair McLellan, with creative direction by Emanuele del Fabbro, the brand’s artistic director. The video was filmed in Hong Kong, and features simple, very elegant garments in black and white.
Video: Lernert & Sandar for Wallpaper Handmade ‘Brioni’
Dutch artists Lernert & Sander are responsible for this amazing video created for Wallpaper’s Handmade series, celebrating Brioni’s contribution to bespoke tailoring. Produced by White Lodge, the less said about this the better. Watch it below.
