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Redux tailored workwearby Stefano Guerrini

Launched in 2007 and at its second collection, Redux is not only a complete project of all-organic denim, but also a style concept, deliberately made up of exclusive limited pieces for men only. Meltin’Pot Redux is inspired by the aesthetic philosophy of the Bauhaus artistic movement and borrows from it the elements of style innovation, materials design and the structure of clothing.

The keywords of the collection are: ‘perfect fit’, which is the result of extensive research on tailoring, and ‘modern classic’. In fact the essence of Redux is the five pocket slim-leg work chinos, made of vegetable dyed organic material, in the light blue, unwashed blue and soft black denim versions, accompanied by overalls, a vest and a buttoned jacket, cut, lined and finished like a custom made garment. Designed and produced in Italy, distributed through the Meltin’Pot showrooms in Milan, Paris and New York, Redux is the tailored workwear for a modern gentleman, like the ones you can admire in these pictures shot by Rankin.

Baby Got Back...

This season, the world of men’s underwear will forever be changed. With his new collection, fashion designer Andrew Christian introduces Flashback Butt-Lifting and Contouring Technology that gives men the illusion of having a sought-after “bubble butt” without having to spend hours in the gym. The design and construction of the underwear automatically lifts the buttocks making it look more firm and round.

Pal Zileri in Belgradeby Marko Ckonjevic

Pal Zileri opens the fashion season in Belgrade! And what an opening it was!!? If there is a both prestigeous and traditional male fashion event in Serbia, than we are talking about Pal Zileri fashion shows. A Pal Zileri man, this spring, is a very hot one, indeed!!! It has never been just a fashion show, but a social event of a great importance. Always a spectacle!!

Nike unveils iPod-less Nike+ SportBand

Nike recently unveiled the Nike+ SportBand, confirming earlier reports that the company would release a "sans iPod" version of its fitness tracking system. According to MacLife, the SportBand functions similarly to the iPod combination set, where it can measure time, speed, distance, and calories consumed. The system supposedly writes this information to a USB memory stick for upload to a computer. Nike will sell the SportBand for €60 (~$95), and will ship in April. Nike is reportedly not abandoning the Nike+iPod sports system, merely offering a less expensive alternative for users who can't afford an iPod nano.

Late last year, Nike and Apple were both under scrutiny for allegedly violating a patent, involving custom footwear that tracks the wearer's performance. Recently, Samsung announced a joint venture with Adidas with the goal of taking on the Nike+iPod system. Source: Electronista

Bello Mag - 2nd Issue

OK - we are soo happy that the first issue of Bello mag has been red by over 100,000 people, and are even more excited bout the 2nd issue that looks great. Have you seen it yet ?

"The Thing" - fall winter 08 / 09 collection

For the fall/winter 2008-2009 collection for Rozalb de Mura, designer Olah Gyarfas wrapped himself in the mystery and austerity conveyed by the sheer blackness of an all black lot. In a conscious gesture, all pieces have been immersed in a black viscous liquid, and then brought to surface bearing the lobe-like traces due to the solidification process.

Over-layering leads to a frenzy of numerous strata. Organic excess is glorified yet immediately hidden under the black camouflage. At a closer look, Rozalb de Mura collection reveals a rejoicing profusion of details, curved cuts, hidden pockets, two-in-ones, false folds and other secret traits that sometimes only the wearer can really appreciate. The detachable lapels of a black contemporary smocking come folded like the bellows of an accordion. You can wear them all, one or just a few. A feminine coat encapsulates three different coats layered one over the other, like big black heavy petals. Rounded seams mark the puffed-up polyamide jackets. The stark lack of color allows a timid sparkle only in the alternation of mated and slick blacks, from wool tweeds to fur-like cashmere and back to lacquered cotton and various shiny polyamides.

1G FIRST GENERATIONBy Stefano Guerrini

This first generation of individuals-stars chooses not so much to wear a label but to live a brand through the feelings, emotions and information that this brand morphs into purchasing experience. The 1G First Generation line, produced by the Italian fashion company Piero Gazzarrini, worldwide famous for the Gazzarini brand, is a meld of eclectic inspirations, a statement of style that proposes in the same article of apparel both tailored luxury and technological basic, hand-made details and sophisticated fabrics, contemporary appeal and traditional aesthetics. The collection for the coming autumn/winter 2008-09 has opted for the absolute quality of black, with just a few colour accents, like bright blue.

SIMPLEHUMAN PRESENTS THE SENSOR GENERATION

Because being a "manChic" also involves being a "manClean". This is something you are going to love and your friends are going to crave. The sensor soap pump ($39) Simply place your hand under the sensor to dispense soap automatically and the fingerprint-proof rectangular sensor can ($199) The lid opens automatically when you place your foot in the sensor zone at the base. The recessed sensor zone keeps the lid from opening accidentally.

Those two items are perfect to impress your mother in law next time she steps into your kitchen for "an inspection". You can order online at Simplehuman.

SQUA.RE Brings The Making of Coco Mademoiselle

This is our latest Luxury addiction: SQUA.RE . You have to check this first real luxury online tv channel, and be ready to spend hours going through their exquisite content. For one week this site is the exclusive place where you can see Making of Coco Mademoiselle... or the everlasting class of Coco Chanel with Keira Knightley dressed by Karl Lagerfeld and directed by John Wright.

BELLO MAG NEW LIFESTYLE ALPHABET FOR MODERN MEN

Since this morning BELLO mag has created a little revolution in the fashion-publication industry. BELLO mag is a new fashion magazine entirely available for free online. Over 26 articles listed from A to Z. as the new lifestyle alphabet for modern men. BELLO mag is a monthly publication and a must have on your fashion bookmark.

Exclusive fashion spreads and stories by talented photographers such as Steven Gomillion & Dennis Leupold, Olivier Rieu, Anthony Gayton, Walter Kurts ...

The site is easy to navigate, just like a real paper magazine you can flip pages, or by clicking "content" have an overview of the entire editorial. Videos, interviews, articles, fashion shoots, beauty shoots, it's even better than your average fashion magazine at a price no one can't beat ;-)

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