Rockin' 'n' Runnin'

Sneaker freakers all over the world travel to find the best and rare sneakers to add to their collection, and I have a feeling that the minimalistic charm of Valentino Rockrunners are going to be on their wishlist. I myself am an avid sneaker fan, owning more than the average person should have, but there's no going past the comfort and versatility of such footwear. Valentino Rockrunners, from pure observation, are stylish, comfortable and functional. The sneakers possess the right amount of hits of colour throughout the range, cleated soles and a discreet rubber stud detail at the heel, making the shoe is suitable for all sneaker freakers no matter what their taste.
Video courtesy of the official Valentino Youtube channel
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Kukula's Kute Kouture

Sometimes it's hard to appreciate the wonderment of Haute Couture, especially when the extremities of the designers' creativity is expressed in full. But, there are a few who translate these inapproachable pieces into more appreciable works. Israeli-born artist, Kukula, has illustrated a few of the outstanding Couture pieces presented by the designers last week, including Ulyana Sergeenko, Valentino, Chanel and Giambattista Valli. The faintness, subtle impact and ethereal air which the illustrations exude match the designer's visions perfectly, spreading the reach of which Couture usually is limited.

To view the complete collection of illustrations by Kukula, CLICK HERE

Images courtesy of SHOWstudio

Valentino and Tattoos go well together

The hype over Valentino's new campaign has been no surprise. The ethos of Valentino does not include those who choose to decorate their skin with ink rather than fine jewellery, but there's a first for everything. The famous tattoo-clad fashion photographer, Terry Richardson, has lent his hand in modelling for Valentino... literally. It's humbling to see that the campaign has kept the raw style of photography Terry is known to execute with no flaws, whilst showing off the surprisingly Punk-ish designs of Valentino, so I guess it goes, excuse the pun again, hand in hand. 

To shop Valentino's latest collection, head to www.valentino.com 

To view Terry Richardson's photography, head to Terry's Diary or WWW.TERRYRICHARDSON.COM

Images courtesy of The Telegraph and The Fashion Spot

A$AP ROCKY ROCKS IT FOR MR. PORTER

A$AP ROCKY wears Burberry Prorsum coat, Ann Demeulemeester t-shirt, Oliver Peoples sunglasses and Pierre Hardy sneakers

A$AP wears Matthew Miller sweatshirt, Valentino shirt, Givenchy shorts and Ann Demeulemeester boots

A$AP ROCKY wears Neil Barrett blazer, Valentino shirt and Bottega Veneta beanie

A$AP ROCKY wears APC bomber jacket, J.Crew cashmere beanie and Kolor sweatshirt

A$AP ROCKY wears Rick Owens coat

A$AP ROCKY wears Marc by Marc Jacobs jumper, Maison Martin Margiela cotton shirt and Illesteva sunglasses

Kanye West is fast becoming old news because the New God of Rap, A$AP ROCKY, has taken over. The mysterious rapper is the subject of high fashion online retailer, Mr. Porter, allowing A$AP to don his favourite labels, including Maison Martin Margiela, Ann Demeulemeester and Givenchy, which he, more often than not, makes allusions to in his music - note: "Fashion Killa". The man's controversial "Comme Des Fuckdown" beanies and shirts may have been a tease at Japanese high fashion label, Comme Des Garcons, but this proved more beneficial to his rise in the music and fashion industry than detrimental, and what a way to show his support for high quality fashion than an editorial catering to the tastes of the "high fashion hip hop" market.

Shop the looks on Mr. Porter HERE

Images courtesy of Oyster Magazine

Paris Men's Fashion Week, Day 1

Paris - the city of fashion. There is no better place to end the menswear weeks than in the one place where fashion is the pinnacle of life.The first day saw shows from Lucien Pellat Finet, Alibellus+, Julien David, Y Project, Carven, Walter Van Beirendonck, John Lawrence Sullivan, and Mugler.

My favourite shows/collections from the first day include Raf Simons, Valentino and Christian Lacroix.

Raf Simons Autumn/Winter 2013

Here it is, a preview of Raf Simons' anticipated first menswear collection for the season. After the success he has experienced as Creative Director for Jil Sander and now for the womenswear division at Dior, his influence has stretched once again to Adidas, who have collaborated with the designer or his Autumn/Winter 2013 collection, releasing less alienable, more wearable shoes. The collection is true Raf, simple, neat and clean designs with a hint of rebelliousness, and complements the aesthetics of his Spring/Summer 2013 collection.

View the collection HERE

Christian Lacroix Autumn/Winter 2013

The crisp cleanliness of Christian Lacroix's latest collection is undeniable. Timeless and well-fitted garments such as trousers, jeans and leather derby shoes go hand-in-hand with the slightly bold checked coats, printed sweaters and furry varsity jackets.

View the collection HERE

Valentino Autumn/Winter 2013

Valentino's ability to keep up with the times and maintain their illustrious name is admirable. The collection boasts their skill in fusing old and new for the future, with digital hound's tooth prints on coats, leather panels on classic tailored blazers and jackets, grid-like quilted jackets, leather blazers and varsity jackets and modernized tartan prints all go together, with each look finished with a pair of smart, yet edgy, studded leather brogues or boots. A collection for the classic yet modern gentleman by a timeless label.

View the collection HERE

Watch the fashion show HERE

All images courtesy of Fashionising