My dear fashionistas, welcome to a new fashion story on the Mr.M blog. Today I am taking you on a fashion walk through the park of the Schönbrunn Imperial Palace in Vienna, in the company of the legendary Italian fashion house Giorgio Armani. Some mornings simply ask to be immortalized, and my Viennese morning got the most beautiful one possible: a gentle climb up the hill behind the palace, all the way to the Glorietta, the stone crown of the imperial garden that has been overlooking the city for two and a half centuries. It was there that the photos for today’s fashion story were created.
After so many years of working on the Mr.M blog, I still get a lot of questions about how I manage to stay stylish while traveling. Honestly, it all depends on the destination itself, but somehow I always manage to manage. Admittedly, there will also be the occasional look from a curious tourist: what am I doing and why is the big lens taking pictures of me? This experience in Vienna was no exception. And as for the answer to that eternal question, it’s always the same: careful planning and pieces that stand the road well with easy maintenance.
HOW MR.M TRAVELS IN STYLE: THE ART OF STAYING ELEGANT ANYWHERE?
This time I chose a combination in which I wove everything I appreciate about mature men’s style. The base consists of two pieces from the house of Giorgio Armani: a cashmere and silk turtleneck in a soft beige shade and wide trousers in a beige drape color. Over them goes a shiny pearl jacket from the Italian company Herno, model La Giacca in a pearl egg beige tone. On his feet are Santoni Oly sneakers made of dark brown flipped leather, and on his face are round FAÇONNABLE sunglasses.
Sounds simple? And it is. However, it is precisely in this simplicity that the most work is hidden. Beige from head to toe forgives a little, but demands a lot: the right balance of shades, materials and cut. That is why in this text I will tell you the story of each piece, about the people behind these houses and about an unusual coincidence of numbers that connects fashion and history.
GLORIETTE VIENNA: THE BREATHTAKING VIEWPOINT OVER SCHÖNBRUNN PALACE
Schönbrunn was the summer residence of the Habsburgs for centuries. The palace itself has as many as 1,441 rooms, and it got its name from the “beautiful spring” from which the palace once drank water. Behind the palace is a large baroque garden, and the grounds then climb towards a hill about sixty meters high. At its top stands the Gloriette, the largest building of its kind in the world.
Empress Maria Theresa commissioned it as a “temple of glory”, a monument to a just war that leads to peace. Architect Johann Ferdinand Hetzendorff von Hoenberg completed it in 1775, as the last large building in the garden. It is interesting that the empress was also looking for a frugal solution. A large part of the stone arrived from the abandoned Neugeboide castle, so the old structure got a new, more glorious life. At the top of the building there is still a Latin inscription dedicated to Emperor Joseph II and Empress Maria Theresa, and above it stands a mighty imperial eagle on a golden ball. You will see that inscription on several of my photos.
Standing Above Vienna: The Imperial Story and Beauty of the Gloriette
The building has been through a lot. Emperor Franz Joseph used the glazed central hall as a dining room for breakfast. During World War II, a bomb damaged the east wing, and a major renovation followed in 1994 and 1995. Today, the central part houses the Gloriette cafe, while the roof terrace offers perhaps the best view of Vienna. It is also worth knowing that Emperor Joseph II opened the park to the public in 1779, decades before similar European residences. Since 1996, the entire complex has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
When you stand under those arcades in the early morning, before the rush of visitors, you feel a special silence. It was in that silence that we recorded this combination.
FROM GLORIETTE VIENNA TO GIORGIO ARMANI: TWO CENTURIES, ONE STORY OF ELEGANCE
While preparing this text for today’s fashion story, I noticed a coincidence that I immediately liked. The Gloriette was completed in 1775. Exactly two centuries later, in 1975, Giorgio Armani founded his fashion house in Milan. In the same year, Andrea Santoni opened a shoemaking workshop in the Italian province of Marche. And that’s not all. It was in 1975 that Façonnable, in collaboration with Loro Piana, developed “Façorain”, an invisible membrane that makes wool and cashmere resistant to wind and rain.
So three of the four houses I’m wearing in these photos tie their key year to 1975. And the stone background behind me celebrates 1775. Coincidence? Of course. Still, I love these kinds of feats in history. They remind us that real values, whether they are made of stone or cashmere, are created with the intention of lasting for generations. The rest of this story is about such values.
BEIGE FROM HEAD TO TOE: GIORGIO ARMANI’S FORMULA FOR TIMELESS ELEGANCE
Monochromatic combinations in light tones look simple only at first glance. Beige, in fact, is not one color but a whole family: from ivory and champagne, through sand and pearl, to drap color and light stone. The secret of a good ensemble lies in the fact that the shades are close, but not exactly the same. When the tones differ by half a step, the eye gets depth instead of boredom.
Another key is texture. Several different surfaces work in these photos: the pearlescent sheen of a quilted jacket, the embossed knit of a turtleneck, the smooth woolen fabric of the pants, and the soft velvety look of the tumbled leather on the sneakers. Each of them captures light differently. That’s why the combination seems rich even though it uses only one palette.
The third key is a darker point that grounds everything. That role is played here by dark brown sneakers and glasses in the color of light horn. Without them, the bright whole would seem diffuse. With them, he gets a frame and a rhythm.
There’s a fourth reason I love beige: it’s extremely flattering on the stylish man. Light tones against the face appear fresher and softer than harsh black. In addition, this palette perfectly complements gray hair and a complexion that has seen a lot of sun and a lot of life. The elegance of certain years does not require you to be aggressive with colors. He asks that you simply understand them.
SCHÖNBRUNN YELLOW: WHY THIS ICONIC COLOR DEFINES SCHÖNBRUNN PALACE
I confess a little secret: the palette of this combination was chosen not only by my taste, but also by the location itself. The facades of Schönbrunn and Gloriette are painted in the famous “Schönbrunn Yellow”, a warm ocher tone that has become synonymous with Habsburg architecture over time. That color became so ingrained with the empire that you still recognize it today on buildings throughout the former monarchy.
With such a background, strong contrasts would argue with the frame. Beige, pearl and drape, on the contrary, continue the conversation that the stone started: warm light tones with warm light stone, with a green carpet of grass as the only strong accent. That’s why in the photos everything seems like one whole, as if the combination has always belonged to this place.
There is also light. An April morning in Vienna gives a soft, low sun that reflects off the gravel and water, so the pearl jacket shines, and the flipped-up leather of the sneakers takes on depth. When planning your own trips and photos, think the same way: place and light first, wardrobe second. Clothes that cooperate with the environment always look more expensive than those that get used to it.
GIORGIO ARMANI: THE VISION THAT REVOLUTIONIZED MEN’S TAILORING
The story of Armani is one of patience and late but incredible success. Giorgio Armani was born in 1934 in Piacenza. The fashion journey began modestly, as a buyer and decorator in the Milan department store La Rinascente. In 1964, Nino Cerutti noticed him and entrusted him with the design of the men’s line. There, the young Armani learned the principle he would later refine to perfection: a jacket without rigid linings and padding, which follows the body instead of constricting it.
With the support of his life and business partner Sergio Galeotti, Armani founded his own house in 1975. He was already forty-one years old then. American success came quickly: New York’s Barneys included his men’s collection as early as 1976. The real planetary breakthrough came in 1980 and the movie “American Gigolo”, in which Richard Gere wore Armani’s soft jackets. Hollywood fell in love at first sight. Over time, the influence became so great that the magazine Women’s Wear Daily called the Oscars in 1990 the “Armani Awards”.
HOW GIORGIO ARMANI TRANSFORMED MEN’S TAILORING FOREVER?
We also owe Armani a color. He combined gray and beige in a tone that the world came to know as “greige”. That quiet, smoky shade has become his signature, and my pants in these photos carry that very spirit. I wish this story had only a cheerful tone, but history decided otherwise. Giorgio Armani died on September 4, 2025 in Milan, at the age of ninety-two, just in the year when his house celebrated half a century of existence. Until the last day, he remained the sole owner of his empire, which is almost unbelievable in today’s world of large corporations. Today, the men’s line is led by his longtime associate Leo del Orco, the keeper of the same calm handwriting.
When I put on an Armani piece, I don’t think about the label. I mean the idea that clothes should serve the man, not the other way around.
THE GIORGIO ARMANI TOUCH: CASHMERE AND SILK TURTLENECK THAT DEFINE QUIET LUXURY
The first Giorgio Armani piece in this combination is a turtleneck in an ivory shade, knitted from a blend of cashmere and silk. In the close-up photos, you will see its most beautiful feature: the embossed handwork, the wavy structure that extends over the entire surface. Such knitting catches the light in small shadows, so a single-colored piece never looks flat.
The fiber mix has a clear logic here. Cashmere gives warmth and that soft, almost fluffy touch. Silk, on the other hand, brings a discreet sheen, firmness and a more beautiful fall. Together they create a knit that warms without weight, making it perfect for spring days like this Viennese one.
The roll collar has another virtue that is rarely talked about: it frames the face like a good picture frame. A man of my age likes it better than a plunging neckline. In addition, the high collar allows the jacket to remain unbuttoned and the ensemble still looks finished.
Caring for such a piece is simple, but mandatory. I wash cashmere with silk infrequently, cold and by hand, and dry it lying on a towel. After wearing, I give him a rest day. A good knitwear is like a good friend: it returns as much attention as you give it.
GIORGIO ARMANI WIDE PANTS: THE TIMELESS SILHOUETTE THAT DEFINED MODERN ELEGANCE
Another Giorgio Armani piece is wide trousers in a beige-drape melange, with double hems and a high waist. If you’ve been following men’s fashion in recent seasons, you know that width is back in a big way. That news is especially dear to me. The wide cut, in fact, has been Armani’s home territory since the eighties, when his relaxed jacket with wide trousers defined the look of the successful man.
Why does the loose fit work so well? First, because of the fall. The high-quality wool fabric falls from the high waist in one continuous line, making the leg look longer. Second, for convenience. The double seat provides space when sitting and walking, which means more than any fashion detail when traveling. Third, because of the posture. In these pants, you simply stand straighter, and your hands naturally find their way to the pockets, which can also be seen in the photos.
There is, however, a fine line between loose fitting and sloppy. It is protected by three things. The edge must be ironed into a sharp line. The length must be correct: the leg should just touch the shoes, without bunching up the fabric. The fabric must have body, because soft and thin materials are lost in this cut. Armani pants fulfil all three conditions, so the width seems gentlemanly, and not borrowed from someone else’s closet.
OUTFIT
Jacket: Herno
Turtleneck Sweater: Giorgio Armani
Trousers: Giorgio Armani
Sunglasses: FAÇONNABLE
Sneakers: Santoni
HERNO JACKET: ITALIAN ELEGANCE BORN ON THE SHORES OF LAKE MAGGIORE
Now we come to the piece that caught the most attention in the photos: the shiny pearl jacket. It is signed by Herno, a house whose story begins in 1948 in the town of Leza on the shores of Lake Maggiore. Giuseppe Marenzi, who had previously worked for years for the aircraft manufacturer Ciai-Marketi, lost his job after the war. Together with his wife Alessandro Diana, he started the production of raincoats made of cotton treated with castor oil, the oil left over from abandoned war planes. They made a rain shield out of surplus war. It’s hard to imagine a better start to a fashion story.
The name of the house also hides a nice little thing. The river Erno flows past the factory and flows into Lake Maggiore. Giuseppe added the letter H to the name of the river, as a tribute to water, the chemical formula H2O, the element that determined both the climate and the destiny of that region. He turned the rainy climate into a business opportunity, and the humidity of the lake into a reason for the perfect protective clothing.
The house already introduced hand-woven cashmere coats in the mid-1950s, and in the late 1960s it made its way to Japan, decades before many bigger names. Since 2005, the company has been run by the founder’s son, Claudio Marenzi, the man who turned the family workshop into a world name. Under his leadership, the headquarters in Leza became energy independent thanks to solar panels, and the buildings were covered with greenery to blend in with the landscape. The motto of the house is “functionality over aesthetics”. In translation: beauty must work, not just look.
HERNO LA GIACCA: WHERE TAILORING MEETS THE WARMTH OF A DOWN JACKET
The model I’m wearing is called La Giacca, in the shade Chantilly. The very name, “jacket” with a specific member, tells how seriously Herno took the task. This is their answer to the eternal question of the man on the move: how can I be drowned without looking like I’m going skiing?
The answer is witty and clever: a feather jacket cut like a jacket. La Giacca has lapels, buttons and flap pockets, so the whole grammar of a classic jacket. Underneath that grammar, however, modern technology works. The shell is made of recycled nylon microfiber fabric with a water-repellent treatment, and the filling is ninety percent down and ten percent feathers. The result is warmth without any weight. When I throw the jacket over my shoulder, I barely feel it’s there, which is nice to see in the photos next to the pond.
A special asset is the detachable chest protector with a two-way zipper. When it gets cold or the wind blows from the hills, I zip it up and get protection up to my throat. When it warms up, I take it off and the jacket becomes a light spring jacket. Two pieces in one, without a single superfluous detail.
The shade Chantilly deserves a special sentence. It’s a warm pearl tone that takes on a pearly sheen in the sun, so it goes beautifully with the ivory of the turtleneck and the drape of the pants. In addition, this kind of jacket is an ideal companion: it fits in hand luggage, does not wrinkle and can withstand both the city and nature. For a person who lives between cities, it is an investment, not an expense.
SANTONI SHOES: THE ART OF HANDMADE ITALIAN LUXURY SINCE 1975
The Santoni house was in charge of the shoes this time. Her story begins in 1975 in the small town of Coridonia, in the province of Marche, an area that Italians have called the shoemaker’s heart of the country for centuries. Master Andrea Santoni, after twenty years of work in the shoe industry, opened his own workshop in the garage of the family home, with the support of his wife Rosa and only a few employees. The goal was clear and stubborn: to make shoes of the highest possible quality, almost entirely by hand, for people who can tell the difference.
That stubbornness paid off. Today, Santoni is one of the most respected names in the world of footwear, and the house is run by Andrea’s son Giuseppe, who took over the helm back in the nineties. The trademark remains the manual technique of coloring in layers, the so-called velatura, with which the masters build up the depth of tone with a brush, so no two pairs are exactly the same. The orange stamp on the sole is also recognizable, a small flash of color on otherwise measured shoes.
The year in which this text is written is particularly festive for the house: Santoni celebrated half a century of existence in 2025, with the sumptuous monograph “Santoni Meraviglia” published by Assouline. It is also interesting that in the factory in Coridonia, all employees still eat lunch together, at the same tables, as a big family. And when you know that the leather bracelets for the IWC Schaffhausen watches came out of the same workshop, you understand how much attention is paid to precision.
SANTONI OLY SNEAKERS: RETRO TENNIS STYLE MEETS MODERN ITALIAN CRAFTSMANSHIP
The model I’m wearing is called the Oly, from the DBS Oly line, and it’s Santoni‘s answer to the worldwide comeback of low-top sneakers. The inspiration comes from the archives: a classic tennis shoe from the seventies, with a low profile, rounded toe and honey-colored sole. On that skeleton the house has grafted all its knowledge about leather.
The upper is a slightly textured tumbled leather, hand-shaded so that the tone goes from lighter to darker. My pair is a deep dark brown shade, which reveals warm reddish undertones in the sun. The details on the sides are created by a special process of thermal pressing, so the drawing can be seen as a relief, without a single redundant seam. The double buckle motif can also be seen on the side, a nod to the famous formal shoes of the same house.
Why sneakers with Armani wool trousers? Because that combination defines today’s male elegance. A formal shoe would take this combination to the office, and a rugged sneaker would bring it down. The sophisticated tumbled leather sneaker hits the middle ground: casual enough for a walk in the park, and classy enough for dinner afterwards. In addition, the rubber sole is forgiving on miles of Schönbrunn gravel, which my feet can appreciate.
A little tip for overturned leather: before wearing it for the first time, be sure to protect it with an impregnation spray, and after every walk, brush over the surface. Those five minutes of attention will extend the life of the sneakers for years.
FAÇONNABLE: FRENCH STYLE BORN ON THE SHORES OF THE FRENCH RIVIERA
The last detail comes from France and carries the scent of the sea. The house of Façonnable was founded in 1950 by the master tailor Jean Goldberg, who opened a shop on rue Paradis in Nice. If you have read my “Letters from France”, you may remember that I used to walk down that very street during my stay on the Cote d’Azur. That’s why I wear these glasses with special affection.
Goldberg’s store quickly became a secret address for movie stars coming to the Cannes festival. Among others, Cary Grant and Tony Curtis were dressed according to his measurements. In 1961, the business was taken over by son Albert, who translated the workshop into the world of clothing and gave it its current name, derived from the verb “façonner”, which means to shape. In 1973, boutiques sprung up all along the coast: in Monte Carlo, Cannes and Saint Tropez. The collection of glasses arrived at the end of the eighties and since then has been a permanent part of the offer of the house, which today operates within the M1 group.
My model is round, in a warm shade of light horn, with greenish lenses. The round shape has a long intellectual tradition, but here it seems above all relaxed and Mediterranean. The tone of the frame repeats the color of the sneakers, so the upper and lower parts of the combination speak the same language. It is precisely such small connections that distinguish a well-thought-out ensemble from a haphazardly dressed outfit.
HOW TO CREATE A GIORGIO ARMANI-INSPIRED LOOK: THE ART OF TIMELESS ELEGANCE
The good news is: for this look, it’s not the names that matter, but the rules. There are five of them and they are easy to remember.
First, stick to three close shades of the same color family. Here they are ivory, mother-of-pearl and drape. When choosing pieces, place them next to each other in daylight, as artificial lighting can be deceiving.
Second, mix textures. Gloss with matte, relief with smooth, knit with fabric. A monochromatic combination without a difference in textures looks like pajamas, no matter how expensive they are.
Third, add one darker dot that holds everything on the ground. For me, it’s sneakers and glasses. For you, it can be a belt, a bag or a watch with a brown strap.
Fourth, pay attention to the proportions. Baggy pants call for a top that ends at the hip, like this jacket. A long coat over wide legs would swallow the figure.
Fifth, don’t forget your socks. In the close-up shots, you will see that I am wearing chocolate colored socks. That little touch connects the brown sneakers with the bright pants and shows that someone has thought about every centimeter. The sock is the last chance for a quiet accent, so don’t leave it to chance.
My sixth special rule, buy less and better. Each piece from these photos will work in dozens of other combinations: a turtleneck with a gray suit, a jacket over jeans, sneakers with linen pants in the summer. When you divide the price by the number of wears, a real investment always beats a cheap buy. This is the essence of the philosophy that I have advocated on this blog for years: a closet should be built like a library, carefully and for a lifetime.
GLORIETTE AT SCHÖNBRUNN PALACE: A MUST-VISIT LANDMARK IN VIENNA
Finally, some practical advice if your trip takes you to Vienna, because I believe it will.
The easiest way to get to Schönbrunn is by subway, line U4 to Schönbrunn station. Entrance to the park is free, and this also applies to the ascent to the Glorietta. From the Neptune fountain at the bottom of the garden to the top of the hill, you need about fifteen minutes of easy walking along a winding path. The ascent is gentle, but I still recommend comfortable shoes for it. My Santoni sneakers passed the test without complaint.
You come early. The photos from this text were taken before nine in the morning, while the park still belonged to runners, pensioners and the occasional squirrel. Already around noon, the line for taking photos in front of the arcade can be longer than the line for coffee.
GLORIETTE VIENNA: HOW TO EXPERIENCE ONE OF THE CITY’S MOST BEAUTIFUL VIEWS
By the way, drink your coffee right there. Cafe Gloriette operates in the former glazed hall where Emperor Franz Joseph had breakfast, so breakfast in that place has a special taste. If you want an even better view, you can go up to the roof terrace with a ticket, from which you can see the palace and all of Vienna, right up to the cathedral tower in the distance.
If you have all day, don’t stop at Glorietta. In the park, a hedge maze, Palma’s house from 1882 and a zoo founded in 1752, the oldest in the world that works without interruption, await you. Schönbrunn can easily turn an afternoon into a full-day excursion, so plan a lunch break.
And finally, look up at the sign above the arcade. This dedication to the emperor and empress has been standing there since 1775 and calmly observes every fashion that passes under it. Few things teach a man modesty better.
VIENNA AND GIORGIO ARMANI STYLE: WHERE IMPERIAL ELEGANCE MEETS MODERN LUXURY
When I look at these photos, I see exactly what I’ve been striving for in recent years: fashion harmony and peace. No one piece stands out in particular, and the whole is still memorable in its own right. Armani’s turtleneck and pants give a line, Herno jacket warmth and light, Santoni sneakers a step, and FAÇONNABLE glasses put a point at the end of this fashion sentence. Behind everything are family houses that have been doing the same job for decades, only better.
Maestro Armani himself summed it up with one sentence that I often repeat: “Elegance does not mean being noticed, but being remembered.” In front of the two-and-a-half-century-old building, that thought rings truer than anywhere else. Vienna reminded me once again that true luxury does not need to be proven. It just lasts.
How did you like my outfit today? I really tried to prepare this post with lots of love and I hope you like it! If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or messages for me, you can write me below in the comments. Of course, as always, you can contact me via e-mail or social networks, which you can find on the CONTACT page. See you soon in new fashion adventures on the Mr.M blog!
See you in the next fashionable letter from Europe. Until then, choose carefully and enjoy the outfits you wear.
With Love from Vienna,
Mr.M
This post is sponsored by Giorgio Armani, Herno, Santoni and FAÇONNABLE brands. This post is my personal and honest product review.
Hi Marko, I really enjoyed this article because it explains why beige can be much more interesting than most people think. For years I avoided dressing in light colors because I assumed they would make an outfit look dull, but your examples proved the opposite. I own a pair of Santoni sneakers and now I can clearly see why they work so well with relaxed tailoring instead of only jeans. The photographs at the Gloriette are beautiful because the warm tones of the architecture naturally continue into your outfit. That made the entire story feel carefully planned instead of simply… Read more »
Hej Marko! Jag uppskattade verkligen att du inte bara visade kläder utan också berättade historien bakom platsen där bilderna togs. Kombinationen av Schönbrunn och de mjuka beige tonerna fungerade oväntat bra tillsammans. Jag har alltid förknippat Giorgio Armani med grå kostymer, så det var intressant att läsa om hur olika nyanser av beige kan skapa samma eleganta känsla. Dina bilder från Gloriette gjorde faktiskt att jag började planera ett nytt besök i Wien. Jag undrar bara om den pärlfärgade Herno-jackan fungerar lika bra under hösten eller om du främst använder den på våren. Tack för inspirationen.
Buongiorno Marko, questo è uno dei tuoi articoli che ho letto con più attenzione. Mi piace quando la moda viene raccontata insieme alla storia e non solo attraverso i marchi. La parte dedicata a Giorgio Armani mi ha ricordato perché continuo a preferire uno stile discreto invece delle tendenze troppo rumorose. Anche la scelta di fotografare il look davanti alla Gloriette è stata molto elegante perché i colori sembrano appartenere allo stesso paesaggio. Ho una domanda: secondo te questi pantaloni ampi funzionano bene anche con una giacca blu navy oppure perderanno quella leggerezza che si vede nelle fotografie? Complimenti per… Read more »
Wat een prettig artikel om te lezen. Ik vond het vooral interessant dat je uitlegde waarom verschillende texturen belangrijk zijn in een outfit met bijna dezelfde kleur. Dat is iets waar veel mannen volgens mij nooit echt over nadenken. De foto’s bij Schönbrunn laten goed zien dat rustige kleuren helemaal niet saai hoeven te zijn. Ik bezit zelf een Herno jas en herken meteen waarom zoveel mensen trouw blijven aan dat merk. Mijn vraag is of je deze Giorgio Armani coltrui ook zou combineren met donkergrijze flanellen broeken in de winter. Ik ben benieuwd naar jouw mening.
Hello Marko, I have been following your blog for quite some time and this may be one of my favorite outfit stories. What I appreciate most is that you always explain why something works instead of simply saying that it looks good. The section about balancing textures was especially useful because I had never considered how much difference knitted cashmere and smooth wool can make in a monochromatic outfit. I also liked learning more about the history of the Gloriette because I have only visited Schönbrunn during the afternoon when it was crowded. After reading your article I think I… Read more »
Hola Marko. Me gustó mucho que este artículo mezclara moda, arquitectura e historia sin que ninguna parte pareciera forzada. Las fotografías junto a la Gloriette transmiten mucha tranquilidad y eso encaja perfectamente con la idea del lujo silencioso. Nunca había pensado en combinar unas zapatillas marrones con un conjunto tan elegante, pero después de ver tus imágenes entiendo perfectamente la lógica. También me llamó la atención la historia de Santoni porque demuestra cuánto valor sigue teniendo la artesanía italiana. Tengo una duda: ¿crees que este tipo de pantalón ancho favorece también a hombres de estatura media? Gracias por compartir siempre… Read more »
Bonjour Marko. J’aime beaucoup les articles où l’on sent que chaque détail a été réfléchi avant la séance photo. Les couleurs de votre tenue semblent dialoguer avec les façades de Schönbrunn, ce qui donne un résultat très harmonieux. J’ai également apprécié les explications sur la philosophie de Giorgio Armani et son approche du vêtement masculin. Aujourd’hui beaucoup de marques parlent d’élégance, mais peu réussissent à la montrer aussi simplement. Une question me vient cependant: est-ce que ce col roulé en cachemire et soie reste confortable lorsqu’il fait un peu plus chaud pendant une journée de printemps? Merci pour ce très… Read more »
Cześć Marko. Bardzo podobało mi się, że ten wpis nie był tylko prezentacją ubrań, ale również opowieścią o Wiedniu i historii Gloriette. Takie połączenie sprawia, że tekst czyta się z prawdziwą przyjemnością. Najbardziej zainteresowała mnie część o różnych odcieniach beżu, ponieważ wcześniej uważałem ten kolor za zbyt bezpieczny. Teraz widzę, że odpowiednie materiały i faktury całkowicie zmieniają efekt końcowy. Sam od kilku lat noszę buty Santoni i mogę potwierdzić, że są wyjątkowo wygodne podczas długiego zwiedzania miasta. Czy planujesz przygotować podobny artykuł z wykorzystaniem granatu albo oliwkowej zieleni? Chętnie przeczytam również taki materiał.
Hello Marko, this was a refreshing read because it reminded me that elegance is usually built on restraint rather than excess. I particularly liked your explanation about using different shades of beige instead of relying on one flat color. The outfit looks relaxed, but every element clearly has a purpose. I have been wearing Giorgio Armani tailoring for years, and your article captures the spirit of the brand very well without exaggeration. Seeing the Gloriette in the early morning light makes me want to return to Vienna with my camera. One question though: would you style these wide trousers with… Read more »
Hei Marko! Nautin tästä kirjoituksesta todella paljon, koska siinä oli hyvä tasapaino muodin ja matkailun välillä. Kuvista näkee, että valitsit kuvauspaikan huolellisesti etkä sattumalta. Pidin erityisesti siitä, miten selitit eri materiaalien merkityksen saman väripaletin sisällä. Se sai minut katsomaan omaa vaatekaappiani hieman uudella tavalla. En ole vielä omistanut mitään Santonilta, mutta kirjoituksesi sai minut kiinnostumaan merkistä enemmän. Haluaisin kysyä, ovatko Oly-mallin kengät mukavat myös pitkän kaupunkikävelyn aikana. Kiitos jälleen hienosta artikkelista.
Olá, Marko. Gosto muito quando um artigo de moda também ensina alguma coisa sobre o destino visitado. A história da Gloriette e do Palácio de Schönbrunn tornou a leitura muito mais interessante. Achei inteligente a forma como ligaste o ano de 1775 com 1975 e com as marcas presentes no visual. São pequenos detalhes que fazem um texto destacar-se dos restantes blogs de moda. Tenho um casaco da Herno e reconheço imediatamente a qualidade de fabrico que descreveste. Achas que esse modelo La Giacca também funciona bem com calças de lã cinzenta durante o inverno? Parabéns pelo excelente trabalho.
Hallo Marko, dieser Beitrag hat mir ausgesprochen gut gefallen. Viele Modeblogs zeigen nur schöne Fotos, aber du erklärst immer, warum eine Kombination funktioniert. Besonders interessant fand ich deine Gedanken über Proportionen und Materialien. Ich besitze selbst einige Teile von Giorgio Armani und finde, dass dein Outfit den Stil des Hauses sehr authentisch widerspiegelt. Die Aufnahmen vor der Gloriette wirken ruhig und elegant, genau wie die Kleidung selbst. Mich würde interessieren, ob du bei Reisen deine Outfits bereits vor der Abreise komplett planst oder auch spontan entscheidest. Danke für diesen inspirierenden Beitrag.
Marko, I have to admit that this article changed my opinion about monochromatic dressing. I always assumed that wearing one color from head to toe would look boring, but your explanation about texture made perfect sense. The combination of the Herno jacket and Armani knitwear looks sophisticated without appearing formal. I also appreciated the travel advice at the end because I have never visited Schönbrunn before nine in the morning. Your suggestion alone will probably save me from the crowds next time. I have one question: would you choose the same sunglasses if the outfit were built around light grey… Read more »
Hei Marko. Jeg likte spesielt den rolige stemningen i hele artikkelen. Det føles nesten som om man går gjennom parken sammen med deg mens man leser teksten. Jeg synes også det var interessant å lese om hvordan Armani lot klærne følge kroppen i stedet for å begrense den. Det er en filosofi som fortsatt virker moderne. Bildene fra Gloriette viser hvor viktig lys er når man fotograferer lyse klær. Har du noen gang prøvd den samme fargepaletten om høsten når lyset er helt annerledes? Takk for enda en inspirerende historie.
Bonsoir Marko. Ce que j’apprécie chez toi, c’est que tu ne présentes jamais le luxe comme quelque chose d’ostentatoire. Cet article montre parfaitement que l’élégance peut être très discrète. Les explications sur les différentes nuances de beige étaient particulièrement utiles, car beaucoup d’hommes pensent encore que cette couleur manque de caractère. Les photographies devant la Gloriette illustrent exactement le contraire. Je possède déjà une veste Herno et je réfléchis maintenant à investir dans un pantalon Giorgio Armani similaire au tien. Penses-tu que cette coupe large restera intemporelle pendant de nombreuses années? Merci pour cette belle lecture.
Ciao Marko. Questo articolo dimostra che la semplicità è spesso molto più difficile da realizzare rispetto a un look pieno di dettagli. Mi è piaciuto il modo in cui hai spiegato il concetto del beige senza renderlo complicato. Le fotografie davanti alla Gloriette sono tra le più eleganti che abbia visto recentemente in un blog di moda maschile. Anche il racconto dedicato a Santoni è stato molto interessante, soprattutto perché conosco il marchio da molti anni. Vorrei chiederti se le sneakers Oly richiedono molta manutenzione per mantenere la pelle sempre in ottime condizioni. Complimenti per la qualità del tuo lavoro.
Ciao Marko. La parte che mi è piaciuta di più è stata quella dedicata alla filosofia di Giorgio Armani. Oggi molti parlano di lusso, ma pochi riescono ancora a trasmettere quella sensazione di equilibrio e discrezione. Il tuo outfit rappresenta perfettamente questa idea. Anche le fotografie sono molto eleganti perché sembrano raccontare una storia invece di mostrare soltanto dei vestiti. Vorrei chiederti se preferisci i pantaloni con le pinces anche durante l’estate oppure scegli modelli più leggeri. Complimenti per questo bellissimo lavoro.
Hallo Marko. Deine Beiträge lese ich immer mit großer Aufmerksamkeit, weil sie mehr bieten als schöne Bilder. Besonders interessant fand ich diesmal den Zusammenhang zwischen Architektur und Farbwahl. Man erkennt sofort, dass das Outfit bewusst auf die warmen Töne von Schönbrunn abgestimmt wurde. Das Ergebnis wirkt sehr natürlich und überhaupt nicht gestellt. Ich besitze eine helle Kaschmirjacke und frage mich nun, ob ich sie häufiger mit braunen Schuhen kombinieren sollte. Glaubst du, dass diese Farbkombination auch im Herbst gut funktioniert? Vielen Dank für die Inspiration.
Hola Marko. Este artículo me pareció muy elegante porque transmite calma desde el principio hasta el final. No solo hablas de ropa, sino también de la importancia del contexto y del lugar donde se toman las fotografías. La combinación de tonos beige con el fondo de Schönbrunn es realmente acertada. También disfruté mucho leyendo la historia de Herno, ya que desconocía sus orígenes. Me gustaría preguntarte si este tipo de chaqueta es fácil de llevar durante un viaje cuando el tiempo cambia varias veces al día. Gracias por compartir siempre consejos tan útiles.
Hello Marko, one thing I admire about your blog is that you never chase trends just because they are popular. This outfit proves that classic menswear can still feel modern when the proportions are right. I especially liked your comments about wide-leg trousers because many men still hesitate to try them. Your explanation made the idea much easier to understand. The photographs overlooking Vienna are simply beautiful. I was also pleased to see practical travel advice included at the end of the article. Do you usually scout locations before a trip, or do you discover them once you arrive? Thanks… Read more »
Hi Marko, I have followed your blog for several years and I can honestly say that this is one of your most balanced outfit stories. I appreciated that you spent time explaining the thinking behind every piece instead of simply listing the brands. The section about using textures in a monochromatic outfit was especially useful because it is practical advice that anyone can apply. I also enjoyed the historical background about the Gloriette, since I never knew why it was built. Your photographs make Vienna look peaceful even though it is one of Europe’s busiest tourist destinations. My question is… Read more »
Hola Marko. Me ha gustado mucho la tranquilidad que transmite este reportaje. Cada fotografía parece formar parte de una historia y no de una simple sesión de moda. También aprendí varias cosas sobre Giorgio Armani que desconocía. La combinación de la chaqueta Herno con el jersey de cachemira me parece especialmente elegante. Nunca había considerado unos tonos beige para vestir de esta manera, pero ahora lo veo con otros ojos. ¿Qué reloj combinarías con este conjunto si quisieras mantener el mismo estilo discreto? Un saludo y gracias por compartir tanto conocimiento.
Hallo Marko. Ich muss dir ein Kompliment machen, denn dein Beitrag liest sich eher wie ein Magazinartikel als wie ein gewöhnlicher Blog. Besonders gefallen hat mir die Geschichte über die Gloriette und ihre Verbindung zur Modegeschichte in deinem Text. Die Kombination wirkt ruhig, hochwertig und überhaupt nicht überladen. Genau so stelle ich mir zeitlose Herrenmode vor. Ich besitze bereits Schuhe von Santoni und kann deine positiven Eindrücke gut nachvollziehen. Mich würde interessieren, ob du die Hose auch mit einem feinen Rollkragen in Hellgrau kombinieren würdest. Vielen Dank für diesen schönen Beitrag.
Hello Marko, I smiled when I reached the part where you mentioned curious tourists watching the photo session. Anyone who has ever photographed outfits while traveling knows exactly what that feels like. What stood out to me most was your advice about buying fewer but better pieces. That philosophy has completely changed the way I build my wardrobe over the last decade. The Armani trousers have a beautiful drape and look extremely comfortable for walking. I also liked that you included practical travel tips instead of ending the article immediately after the fashion section. Have you ever considered writing a… Read more »
Olá, Marko. Gostei muito deste artigo porque mostra que a elegância não depende de roupas chamativas. As diferentes tonalidades de bege criam um conjunto muito sofisticado sem parecer exagerado. Também achei muito interessante a história da Gloriette e a recomendação de visitar o local logo pela manhã. Nunca tinha pensado que a luz poderia mudar tanto o resultado das fotografias. Tenho uma curiosidade: quanto tempo demoraste a escolher este conjunto antes da viagem? Parabéns por mais um excelente conteúdo.
Hei Marko. Dette innlegget ga meg faktisk lyst til å besøke Wien igjen. Jeg var der for flere år siden, men brukte altfor lite tid i området rundt Schönbrunn. Bildene dine viser hvor vakkert stedet er tidlig på dagen. Jeg likte også forklaringen om hvorfor mørkebrune sko balanserer de lyse fargene. Det er et enkelt råd som mange menn kan bruke. Tror du antrekket ville fungere like godt med en lys ullfrakk på kjølige morgener? Takk for nok en inspirerende historie.
Ciao Marko. È sempre un piacere leggere i tuoi articoli perché non parlano soltanto di moda, ma anche di cultura e di viaggio. Mi è piaciuto molto il modo in cui hai raccontato la filosofia di Giorgio Armani senza trasformare il testo in una semplice presentazione del marchio. Le fotografie alla Gloriette hanno una luce davvero speciale. Anche la scelta delle sneakers Santoni mi sembra molto equilibrata. Vorrei chiederti se questo modello è abbastanza versatile da essere indossato anche con jeans di alta qualità. Complimenti sinceri per il tuo lavoro.
Good morning, Marko. I found myself reading this article twice because there were so many small details worth noticing. The explanation about matching clothing to the surroundings was particularly memorable. Looking at your photographs, it is obvious why the warm colors work so well against the famous Schönbrunn Yellow. That level of planning is something many fashion creators ignore today. I also appreciated your comments about caring for cashmere because good knitwear deserves proper attention. One question came to mind while reading: do you usually travel with a clothes steamer or do you rely on hotel services? Thank you for… Read more »
Hello Marko, I have been reading men’s fashion magazines for decades, yet I still find articles like this refreshing because they focus on ideas rather than trends. What impressed me most was the way you explained that beige is not just a single color but an entire palette that requires balance and careful coordination. That is something many people underestimate until they actually try to build a monochromatic outfit themselves. Your photographs at the Gloriette illustrate this perfectly because the warm architecture, the spring light and the outfit seem to belong together instead of competing for attention. I also appreciated… Read more »
Bonjour Marko. Je viens de terminer ton article et je dois dire qu’il m’a beaucoup plu, car il montre une vision de l’élégance qui devient malheureusement de plus en plus rare aujourd’hui. Beaucoup de créateurs cherchent à attirer l’attention avec des couleurs fortes ou des logos visibles, alors que toi tu rappelles qu’une tenue peut être remarquable précisément parce qu’elle reste discrète. J’ai particulièrement apprécié la partie consacrée aux différentes textures, car je n’avais jamais réalisé à quel point elles étaient importantes dans une tenue monochrome. Les photographies prises devant la Gloriette renforcent parfaitement cette impression d’harmonie entre la mode… Read more »
Hi Marko, every now and then I come across an article that makes me rethink the way I dress, and this was certainly one of them. I have spent most of my adult life relying on navy, charcoal and black because they always felt like safe choices. Your explanation about layering different shades of beige while changing the textures instead of the colors made far more sense than I expected. It reminded me that elegance often comes from subtle details that most people never consciously notice. I also enjoyed the historical section about the Gloriette because it added context to… Read more »
Hola Marko. Hay algo que siempre valoro en tus publicaciones y es el tiempo que dedicas a explicar el motivo de cada elección. No se trata simplemente de enseñar un conjunto bonito, sino de ayudar al lector a comprender por qué funciona visualmente. Eso hace que el artículo tenga mucho más valor para quienes realmente disfrutamos de la moda masculina clásica. Me llamó especialmente la atención la relación que estableciste entre los tonos del Palacio de Schönbrunn y la paleta de colores de tu ropa. Es un detalle que probablemente muchos pasarían por alto, pero que cambia completamente el resultado… Read more »
Hallo Marko. Ich habe deinen Beitrag heute Morgen in aller Ruhe gelesen und hatte das Gefühl, eher einen hochwertigen Magazinartikel als einen gewöhnlichen Blogbeitrag vor mir zu haben. Besonders gefällt mir, dass du den Leser nicht einfach mit Markennamen beeindruckst, sondern erklärst, warum bestimmte Kleidungsstücke zusammen funktionieren. Genau dieser pädagogische Ansatz unterscheidet deinen Blog von vielen anderen Seiten über Herrenmode. Die Geschichte über Giorgio Armani und seine Philosophie der entspannten Eleganz war für mich ebenso interessant wie die historischen Informationen über Schönbrunn und die Gloriette. Dadurch entsteht eine Verbindung zwischen Mode und Kultur, die man heute nur noch selten findet.… Read more »
Hello Marko, I wanted to leave a comment because this article reminded me why I continue following your work after all these years. You always manage to combine fashion, travel and history without making any of those subjects feel secondary. The section explaining why darker accessories give structure to a lighter outfit was probably the most useful styling advice I have read in quite some time. It is the kind of detail that experienced dressers understand instinctively but rarely explain to others. I also appreciated your recommendation to visit the Gloriette before nine in the morning. Most travel guides simply… Read more »