Gentlemonster

Classic vintage shades get a refreshing modern twist

Vintage-inspired eyewear isn’t a new concept by any stretch of the imagination, but Gentlemonster reworks the classics with an emphasis on innovation. Buddy Holly specs and brow line glasses take on a modern edge with sleek angles whereas changeable faceplates give Wayfarers a much-needed update. Frames from the ’50s to ’70s serve as points of reference, but strictly in a design sense. “We actually don’t …

Sara C

Bold patterns based on natural adventures

Aptly named “Nature’s Edge,” the inaugural collection from UK-based label Sara C comprises a range of woven bamboo tops and dresses printed with unique patterns hand-drawn by designer Sara Cohen and produced locally. Cohen was inspired to leave her demanding job in the advertising world to embrace her passion for print design after attending the Do Lectures. The small-but-mighty annual ideas conference held in West …

SS2013 Swimwear

African-inspired prints, retro style and geometric designs in SS13 men's lines

Our present summer is more than halfway over, but NYC’s recent Capsule show had us skipping all the way to next year with the 2013 menswear offerings. In keeping with the season’s pattern-dominated styles is swimwear, whose strongest pieces feature bright, bold prints of all kinds. Here, a selection of standouts. ÒKUN As the most original collection that caught our eye, the African-inspired swimwear by …