Art of Man

Art of Man is delighted to work in partnership with Tanja Mrnjaus, Image Expert, Stylist and Principal of ID Couture, to bring her expertise to our customers. Tanja writes a seasonal Style / Trend Guide for us. In between instalments of her Guide, customers can contact Tanja directly via the contact details provided below - we highly recommend her services to you. Refer to our Profile of Tanja for more information about her.

Men de Winter 09

This winter the men are challenging their wardrobe and adding more and more to their accessorise collection.

Lightweight scarves, rosettes and hats all come out of the closet to complete a truly authentic and exciting winter look.

Key trends such as monochrome, nostalgia and detailing add a new dimension to a traditionally dull winter palate.

Monochrome by Dior Homme

Achieve the monochrome look by starting with a black and white colour palate and create lots of interest with textured scarves and edgy boots.

Nostalgia by Emporio Armani

Work this look with high waisted pleated tweed pants, warm colour palate, and baker boy hats.

Detailing by Comme des Garcons

Create this look by adding patchwork to your fave vests and jackets and shop around for interesting brooches or borrow from your female friends. Be daring with your headgear and shoe wear.

Keep you winter skin hydrated and fresh with Baxter's Super Shape >> , and remember sunscreen is as important in winter as in the summer.

Warm and mysterious scents always compliment the winter look, try Parfum de Nicolai's New York >> , an ambery, spicy oriental fragrance voted as one of the best men's fragrances in the world!

All fashion photos courtesy of www.men.style.com

Turn Up the Heat!

Spring / Summer 09

It's that time of year, a summary of the season's must haves for the men! So, lads get the right summer gear by taking note of the four key trends.

1. Graphic content - on t-shirts, jeans, jackets, hats. You name it, they can be individual, political, poetic, comic strip inspired or the street, don't just say it, wear it!

Subfusco Summer 08 (above)

Jill Sandler Summer 08 (left)

2. New Bohemia - it's no news that we are embracing the organic this season, it is safe to bring out your earthy tones, ethnic prints, ripped jeans, island floral tie dyes and embrace the nostalgia of travel, relaxed and functional wear.

Bally Summer 08

3. Flash backs - retro pieces are still in, anything that comes under the glamorous 80s scene, abstract and colour clashing rather than matching.

Creative Recreation Sneakers (left)

Alexander Mc Queen Summer 08 (right)

4. Tech - is all about embracing the new technology and a brave new world. Androgynous dressing, parkas, layering and metallics all make wave teamed up with bright footwear and man bags continue to dominate.

Raf Simons Summer 08

OH, MY… IT'S GETTING COLD OUTSIDE

Male Fashion Trends Autumn/Winter 08

The Colour
Black, grey, cream, camel, beige, with a splash of burnt orange, electric blue, plum, burgundy and a hint of sheen.

The Look
Tuxedo jackets and tapered trousers along with contrasting knits and daring ties.

The Accessories
Scarves, leather gloves big lens eyewear and hats

The Footwear

Boots and lace-up shoes

The Skin
Revitalise dry, flaky, wintery skin with the great Baxter of California Skin Toner Facial Scrub >> , and reveal a new you that defies the shorter and darker days.

The Scent

You can't go past the new Colonia Intensa >> from Acqua di Parma - spicy, smoky and leathery, perfect for professional and bar - wear.

Tanja Mrnjaus' report from Seoul S/S 08

Seoul Collection Spring/Summer 08 shined. Attracting buyers and media from not only Asia but also Europe, Middle East, America and of course Australia. Designers delivered with substance and entertained the show goers with a unique blend of sophistication and quirkiness. Menswear as usual held the fort with standout designs from Slingstone, Xess & Gil Homme.

South Korean designers are making an impact in Asia and not surprisingly as Seoul is dubbed as second most fashionable city in Asia (after Tokyo). Furthermore Seoul's Metropolitan Government is investing to ensure Seoul reaches its full potential and hopefully in the near future attract even more global attention.

For more on Seoul Collections 08 go to Seoul Fashion Centre's website www.sfc.seoul.kr. Photos courtesy of Seoul Fashion Centre.

Spring Summer '07 Hot Hot Hot!

This Spring Summer the jeans get tighter the shorts get shorter and the colours get brighter.

Summer daytime wear is definitely about being fun, cheeky and a show off…night time calls for a more sophisticated and tailored look.

Your wardrobe should have shorts they are best worn with a loose graphic tee, check out Size, or a tailored short sleeve shirt. Low v-neck and scoop neck tops are still making waves as seen in Subfusco's latest range - warning; a hot body is a must to pull these off!

Accessories are still a hit, bright neck ties plus chains and naughty porn cameras, from Matt Weston and Tozer, teamed up with Ray Ban inspired sunnies scream Miami, for local fashion for your eyes check out AM Eyewear and Roc Eyewear.

Let your feet do the talking with bright sand shoes by Applegators or for a more suave look go the Vein Wear. If you're more into slip ons or thongs please ensure you have regular pedicures and no rough bits on your feet, try earthskinfoods Foot & Leg Refresher >> to make your tootsies soft and smooth after trimming and shaping your nails with a Kiehl Solingen 4-piece Manicure Set >> .

And the most important item this Summer is Ristefsky Macheda swim wear, designer, sexy and comfortable, what more could you asks for? Need something to throw in your towel, grab a cool unisex satchel from Sydney designer How.U.C.Me and away you go.

Let your hair down, literally, the look this Spring Summer is long locks for boys, very Johnny Depp, alternatively go a clean cut boyish style with a side part.

Lastly, don't forget to look after your skin - keep hydrated and apply moisturiser day and night. Try earthskinfoods' Moisturiser with Sunscreen >>, or any other moisturiser with sun block regularly during the day, and geomen's Night Cream >> at night, and treat yourself to a facial and a massage J.