Aleks Susak Spring/Summer 2015

Last Wednesday, THE BRUNETTES headed over to 99 Sudbury, one of Toronto’s hippest, studio, event venues in the city, to check out the runway debut of the new, Canadian, womenswear label Aleks Susak.

The Spring/Summer 2015 collection was presented to over 250 members of the industry, including members of the media, industry, celebrities, and THE BRUNETTES, of course.

Denim, leather, and silk textiles were used in contrast throughout the line to express femininity and strength, while original, hand-painted art—incorporated into many of the designs by Susak and her artist mother, Mila Susak—highlighted individuality.

Authored by John Ibbitson

Runway and event photos courtesy of George Pimentel. Additional images from the THE BRUNETTES’ own collection *images from THE BRUNETTES’ collection not to be used without providing a source link to this posting

Hayley Elsaesser Spring/Summer 2015

Presenting a heavenly and downright fun line of cosmically inspired pieces, the Hayley Elsaesser Spring/Summer 2015 collection had the typically expressionless faces of the World MasterCard Fashion Week audience all in smiles with its playful use of electric colours and interstellar prints.

Printed playsuits, sequined crop tops, and a Crayola-box pallet reinforced the notion of fashion as a tool of individuality and freedom of expression, while also reminding one not to take it too seriously, making the Hayley Elsaesser Spring/Summer 2015 collection both youthfully nostalgic and appropriately adult at the same time.

Authored by John Ibbitson

Images from World MasterCard Fashion Week

Back to School Editorials: Tim Schumacher is Captured by Bruno Staub for GQ Style Germany's 'Jersey Boy' Shoot

Nostalgic sportswear makes a triumphant return in GQ Style Germany's 'Jersey Boy' editorial. The image series highlights a range of collegiate fashions that are worn by its fair-haired star Tim Schumacher. Tim is captured by photographer Bruno Staub for the story and is outfitted by wardrobe stylist Tobias Frericks.

In 'Jersey Boy', the model dons vintage-themed styles from Polo Ralph Lauren that include the label's log-printed sweatshirts and athletic trousers along with more tailored styles like its wool suits and collared-shirt garments.

Taking one back to school, this editorial looks to the 90s for its inspiration and proves that nostalgic sportswear is here to stay. 

Authored by Jana Pijak

Images from F***** Young!

Vividly Botanical Editorials - Elle Men Hong Kong's Garçons de Fleur Fashion Story is Flower-Filled

Model Eric Thai poses for the eleventh issue of Elle Men Hong Kong while sporting a wardrobe of vivid and youthful streetwear staples. The model is captured by photographer Matt Hui's lens while sporting a range of statement pieces that feature botanical motifs. 

In addition to its graphic wardrobe staples, Elle Men Hong Kong's "Garcons de Fleur" editorial highlights over-saturated background vignettes that are accented with floral illustrations and layered photo collages. Styling for the image series is courtesy of the publication's fashion director Samuel Lee who dresses Eric in designer pieces from Calvin Klein Collection, Burberry Prorsum and Dolce & Gabbana among other names.

Authored by Jana Pijak

Image Taken from The Fashionisto

Washed-Up Model Photography: New York Magazine's 'Pyrexia' Editorial Captures Surreal Seaside Portraits

Stunning and surreal are two words that describe the 'Pyrexia' image series from New York Magazine. The editorial recently caught our eye thanks to its playful mix of sea creature props and washed-up model stills. This oceanic fashion story by photographer Herson Nebaya explores bold visual themes that are brought to life by model Antoine Guyon. 

Whether he is washed up on shore or rocking moss and seaweed-infused hair, Antoine commits to his unconventional role and pulls off an edgy wardrobe courtesy of stylist Argie Salango. Metallic tones, textured fabrics, and sheer panel pieces make up a range of effortlessly cool looks that embody clean and modern design lines.

Authored by Jana Pijak

Images from Male Model Scene