Adam Kimmel Fall/Winter 2010 Men's

You can't make this stuff up, and no I'm not talking about the green velvet. It's too bad about those distracting masks, because some of Adam Kimmel's suits are actually kinda neat.

-The Scandal

Paul Smith, Fall/Winter 2010 Men's

Overview:  This brand seems to be a bit directionless for the past few years. Perhaps a victim of its own success? I get annoyed when people roll out the traditional cliches to describe the looks, e.g., British "gent", colourful, eccentric, etc. I haven't really seen anything consistent over the past 5 years or so.  Still, even a broken clock is right twice all a day, so there will always be something appealing.



Rating: ** (out of ****)

Highlights: non-traditional colours for suits

 
Lowlights: jodhpurs (nazi pants)
 
 

 
-The Scandal

Canali, Fall/Winter Men's 2010

Overview: Perhaps not as widely known, Canali is comparable to Ermenegildo Zegna; Excellent quality suits, with a touch of Italian flair.

Highlights: Suede shoes, scarves;

Lowlights: Maybe the vests (not part of the suit), but only because it reminded me of something Arsenio Hall might've worn in 1991.

-The Scandal

Z Zegna, Fall/Winter 2010 Men's

Overview: If there was any doubt that double breasted suits are the trend in mens suits, then look no further than this collection.

Rating: *** (out of ****)

Highlights: fitted double breasted suits

Lowlights:Too much leather; Why am I seeing so many leather pants this season? It's not awful but...

-The Scandal

Ermenegildo Zegna Fall/Winter 2010

Overview: The industry standard as far as wool mills go, E. Zegna is also, of course, now better known for great ready to wear Italian business suits.  Too bad you won't see too many corporate types wearing some of the splashier suits in this collection.


Rating: *** (out of ****)

Highlights: Playful colour tones; soft collared dress shirts
 

 
Lowlights: Not many, but lambskin pants comes to mind;
 

 
-The Scandal

Dior Homme Fall/Winter 2010 men's

Overview: The brand most associated with the super slimfit from the 00's is now offering more drapy alternatives. I guess the winds of change are blowing.
Rating: *** (out of ****)


Highlights: Draping cloaks
 

 
Lowlights: Ankle length coats
 
-The Scandal

Lanvin Fall/Winter2010 Men's

Overview: Known for soft fabrics and delicate shades, this season, the collection toughened up a bit with a of a bad-ass apocalyptic look. And it worked.




Rating: ***  (out of ****)


Highlights: Clunky boots, straps, wraps, buckles, etc.
 
 

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Lowlights: Shiny silver fabrics-- only looks good on the moon.
 
-The Scandal