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Courrèges: French Brand That is Recognisable by the Combination of Futurism and 60’s Style…

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My dear fashionistas, welcome to another autumn fashion story on the Mr.M blog. I hope you are well and ready for a new dose of fashion. Today I will introduce you to an unusual luxury French fashion brand, which has become recognizable in Europe and the world for its unusual combination of futurism and sixties style that I’m sure many of you have heard of – Courrèges.

Courrèges is a French fashion house that opened its doors back in 1961 and the founder of this brand is the revolutionary designer of his time, Mr. André Courrèges. For the first few years of its existence, Courrèges was known for well-tailored suits and dresses with geometric seams, clean lines, as well as the standard knee-length hems of the time. Courrèges trousers of superior fit also caught the attention of buyers of this time. Courrèges design and artistic direction was shaped by Balenciaga, with clothes that were well sculpted for women.

The best description of Courrèges clientele was a mature and conservative woman with a high disposable income. Starting in 1963, the brand became known for extremely simple, geometric, modern designs and a penchant for white, including the “little white dress” and trousers for women. They were often paired with flat boots that attracted particular attention and became known as Courrèges boots, which evolved into the popular Go-go boots. The brand reached its height of fame and influence with its 1964 and ’65 collections, and is best remembered for those collections.

Courrèges‘ spring 1964 collection continued to feature his signature boots, popularized trouser suits and brought a novelty – above-the-knee skirts premiered for the first time in Paris, the city of haute couture. The protective distinctive white color dominated the collection. He presented simple, slightly flowing dresses, well above the knee when paired with Courrèges signature boots. The previous season, the fall of 1963, almost all designers showed boots of different heights, but for the spring of ’64, Courrèges was the only brand to show boots in the new collection. Their signature slim fit and perfect proportions continued to win numerous accolades from the fashion press.

Low-heeled shoes are also shown. Courrèges pants garnered the most attention, starting the pantsuit trend that would change social norms throughout the decade. This season, Courrèges trousers remained slim, but were fitted at the hip, gathered at the front and cut across the hips to maintain a clean, unbroken line. They were paired with simple, well-tailored coats, jackets and geometric-looking tunics with prominent buttons, low-set martingales and pockets that would become one of Courrèges’ signature design details.

The brand showcased its daytime wear with large high-crowned, mostly brimless, space-age hats. Courrèges’ emphasis on trousers extended to the elegant collection, when he also included pieces with lots of bare skin with exposed backs and openwork lace. These clothes are presented in a traditional, dignified salon with classical music and floral scents of perfume.

The Courrèges Fall 1964 collection revolutionized the fashion industry with modern, futuristic designs that were unheard of at the time. The collection included tailored tunics and trousers that were paired with his version of mini skirts. The media of the time declared that this was a revolutionary new way of dressing, saying: “He paired his shorter skirts with white or colored leather boots that added a confident touch to the ensemble.” This look became one of the most important fashion events of the decade and was widely copied.” Fashion Courrèges influence was. so transformative that some fashion writers have compared it to Christian Dior’s 1947 New Look in importance in the fashion world.

Courrèges‘ favorite materials included plastics such as vinyl and stretchy fabrics such as Lycra. Although he preferred white and silver, he often used flashes of citrus, and the predominantly white designs in his August 1964 collection were tempered by touches of his signature clear pink, “luminous yellowish” green, various shades of brown from dark to pale, and the poppy is red in color. Not long after, in 1967, Mr. Courreges married Coqueline Barriere, his design assistant. They met while working together at Balenciaga, and worked together as a husband and wife team for the rest of his life.

The following year, Courrèges sold part of his company to L’Oreal to finance his expansion, which by 1972 included 125 boutiques worldwide. That year, Courrèges was commissioned to design the staff uniforms for that year’s Munich Olympics. Started creating menswear in 1973. He also developed fragrances such as Empreinte, Courrèges Homme, Eau de Courrèges, Courrèges Blue, Sweet Courrèges and Generation Courrèges. In creating clothes, he stayed true to the space-age styles he established in the 1960s, not changing his distinctive design features even as fashions changed in the 1970s.

In the late 1970s, Courrèges signed licensing deals for several clothing lines, from shoes to towels. In early 1983, Courrèges worked with the Japanese motor company Honda to design special editions of their TACT motor scooter. By this time, Coqueline Courrèges had succeeded her husband as artistic director of the brand, and Courrèges retired in 1995 following the successful comeback of the brand in 1994 despite several changes of ownership.

The following year, in 1984, Courrèges designed the Peugeot “Courrèges” bicycle, a limited edition model in two colors – pale blue and white with pink tints, and with matching baskets, chain guard, handlebar grips and mudguards, with Sturmei-Archer gears. Unfortunately, in 2011, Andre and Coqueline Courrèges sold the Courrèges brand for more than 10 million euros to two Young & Rubicam advertising managers, Jacques Bungert and Frédéric Torlotting.

Courrèges suffered from Parkinson’s disease for the last 30 years of his life. He died on January 7, 2016 at the age of 92 in Neuilli-sur-Seine, a populated place outside of Paris.

His death was reported in the popular media and many designers paid tribute to his revolutionary work in the fashion industry. He is still recognized as a designer with a special vision and sense of fashion that is not seen anymore.

In today’s post you have the opportunity to see two pieces from Courrèges new collection – a shirt and geometric wide leg pants. If you want to know more about the Courrèges brand, visit their official online shop and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Shirt: Courrèges

Watch: Schaefer & Companions

Trousers: Courrèges

Sneakers: Loro Piana

We will continue today’s fashion adventure with new friends of the Mr.M blog, a new exclusive Swiss watch brand that I’m sure you’ll love at first sight! Schaefer & Companions (S&C) is a new luxury watch brand founded in 2024 in the Swiss cradle of watchmaking, Le Locle. The foundations of this brand are based on the philosophy of artistic freedom, as well as the fulfillment of human beings through liberating creative power and the purity of the craft gesture are just some of the main values ​​cherished by the founders of this unusual brand.

Schaefer & Companions is a symbol of paying tribute to timeless poetry, creativity, that is why every Schaefer & Companions watch is a special masterpiece that has an unusual story. The essence of the brand is an artistic endeavor and a creative liberating form, an entire interconnected product landscape in the world that stands for creative craftsmanship, or as it is better known in French, “les metiers d’art”.

During the process of creating the first “Antarctica” collection, I had the great honor and pleasure of meeting the founder of this unusual luxury watch brand, Mr. Christophe Schaefer, who enthusiastically presented his ideas and drawings of the watch models he plans to create. This is not an ordinary collaboration but a new chapter that is part of my life’s journey and it is a wonderful feeling to be part of a project like Schaefer & Companions. I also have to make you happy that I am the first brand ambassador of this exceptional watch brand and that I will do my best to introduce you to some of the S&C brand watch models in the coming period through my fashion stories in which you are used to showing you various novelties.

Today we will learn a new term that I will often use during the presentation of this brand – companion. Schafer & Companions is a lifetime journey in which Mr. Schaefer and his companions have invested all their passion, the beauty of life, as well as the hopes that passionate watch lovers will recognize the uniqueness and love of art.

The Schaefer & Companions team decided to “break the ice” by marking the launch of its first watch collection at Geneva Watch Days (GWD) 2024 called “Antarctica“, which brings to life two watch models: Solune Medallion and Solune Grand Art. The Antarctica collection, available in limited editions, encapsulates the frozen vastness, quiet isolation and resilience of Antarctica. In today’s post you have the opportunity to see one of the Solune Grand Art variation of models. They are windows into this vast, icy expanse and represent a subtle artisanal intuition. Enamel is a precious material used to make S&C dials where artists have the opportunity to express their skills.

What is Enamel? Enamel is a glass mixture made of silicon dioxide and various metal oxides added to create different shades. Before any color can be applied, the craftsman must create a good basis for further artistic work. The enamel is crushed, ground and purified, first in distilled water and then in nitric acid. Then the copper, silver or gold plate is cleaned and coated with a layer of white enamel on both sides. The end result is a perfectly clean “canvas” for painting without the fear that the copper will bend when exposed to extreme temperatures.

After the process of making an enamelled dial, we come to the most complex part of making an enamelled watch, and that is making the dial. Because the colors of the enamel react differently and change in the oven, the designer must know exactly in advance how the material will react in order to create a work of art that can be faithfully reproduced.

Once the dial is properly constructed with the coated dial plate, the painting process can begin! The artist prepares a palette of colors with the nuances needed to create a predetermined image. The image must be carefully applied in several layers and baked in an oven up to 800ºC between painting processes. First, harder, more elastic colors are applied that can withstand multiple cracking, while gentle shades are kept in the final stages. With just a small misjudgment, the dial can warp, burst, or explode. Since the colors react to the heat both individually and collectively, a small mistake in the order can lead to unwanted results and force the masters to start re-making the enamelled dial.

Owning a dial, that little enamel masterpiece in my personal collection is exceptional. Due to the cost and complexity associated with its creation, the vast majority of enameled works are in museums. The rarity of skilled craftsmen is another factor, as the craft almost became extinct in the early twentieth century.

Proof that miracles are possible is Mrs. Françoise Remmonay of the Donzé Cadran Atelier based in Le Locle and she is a member of the S&C team and she is in charge of enamelled medallions and dials. In today’s fashion story, you will have the opportunity to see the dial that she made – a model of a frozen ocean that offers a view of the coldest continent in the world – Antarctica.

The Solune Grand Art watch model that you have the opportunity to see in today’s post represents a captured moment of an eternally living landscape of frozen waves of a turbulent ocean. The dial enameling process of this watch model begins with the sculpting of fine sheets of silver that are shaped into a realistic wave structure that provides personality and depth. Several layers of rare and limited enamel derived from antique enamel ateliers were then applied to the silver relief. This composition of enamel relief combined with vibrant colors creates a unique watch with a strong and distinctive character.

Technical Information:

Case Diameter: 43 mm

Case Thickness: 11,4 mm

Case Material Variations: Steel 904 or Steel IP 6 and equal material for indices and hands

Dial: Metiers d’art artistic interpretation ø 36.20 mm

Movement: ETA 2892 decorated, Top assortment, with customized rotor

Movement Details: Automatic with 42h of power reserve at 20,000 Hz

Bracelet material: Apple Suede Leather

Price: CHF 7,000 (approx. EUR 8,000) – tax excluded

You will soon have the opportunity to see other watch models in the Schaefer & Companions brand offer. If you want to stay updated and find out what novelties the watch brand Schaefer & Companions has to offer us, follow them on the social networks Facebook and Instagram.

My dear fashionistas, we have come to the end of another autumn fashion story, where together we discovered the beauty and splendor of sporty, timeless elegance and prestige with the famous French fashion house Courrèges, the beauty of the new revolutionary and special Swiss watch brand Schaefer & Companions, as well as the beauty of urban elegance and timeless classics with Loro Piana, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal fall outfit!

See you soon and continue our fashion adventures on the Mr.M blog! How did you like my outfit today? I really tried my best to prepare today’s post with lots of love and I hope you like it!

If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or any message for me, you can write me below in the comments. Of course, as always, you can contact me via email or social media channels, which you can find on the CONTACT page. I’ll see you soon!

With Love,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by Courrèges, Schaefer & Companions and Loro Piana brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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IKKS: Natural and Authentic Style with Urban Casual Silhouettes…

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My dear fashionistas, welcome to another autumn fashion story on the Mr.M blog. I hope you are well and ready for a new dose of fashion. Today I’m going to introduce you to an unusual French casual fashion brand, which I’m sure many of you have heard of – IKKS. IKKS is a French ready-to-wear brand founded in 1987 by Gérard Le Goff in La Seguiniere. The brand was part of the Kidiliz Group for several years before being sold to the White Knight LBO France fund in July 2015. It is one of the first French players in the ready-to-wear medium and high-end range with wide distribution.

How did the IKKS brand get its name? Gérard Le Goff originally wanted to call his mark “X”. As this name was transferred to clothing originally intended for children, the designer chose the name IKKS, which is actually pronounced “X”.

IKKS is undertaking a sincere process of transformation, a comprehensive transformation, which will be applied to every aspect of the company, retaining the strength anchored in their DNA and improving the weaknesses that are observed today. They engage in a resilience approach because IKKS Group management believes that everyone has their share of responsibility. Sometimes it is also difficult because you have to be able to make firm decisions even if their implementation is not easy. But it’s never too late to question yourself and try to do things right. One of their key initiatives is the decision to stop using one of the biggest scourges in the textile industry: virgin polyester.

A transformation has begun to achieve this ambitious goal by 2025. The IKKS teams are sure that it will be difficult, but they are also sure that this decision will have a big impact on their company and that they will have to make certain compromises, but they feel that it is their moral duty and responsibility to show everyone that it is possible. IKKS wants to change without leaving their DNA, without claiming to be something they really aren’t. Making choices means doing nothing more, and that’s something the IKKS team won’t hesitate to do in the coming months and years.

The responsibility of IKKS concerns the entire ecosystem which consists of: People, the core of their business. That is why IKKS works hand in hand with its partners, suppliers and employees. Traceability, a major issue today, to secure their processes and control their supply chains to guarantee product quality. Their materials are becoming more and more ethical. Their skills, expertise and their integrated operational excellence, especially through their partners. IKKS has obligations for the land, the sea and the environment as a whole, to do something sincere and lasting for the planet.

Their “IKKS works better” program is focused on five priorities: Reduce carbon emissions, Develop more ethical materials to reduce their impact on the environment; Guaranteeing social standards throughout the IKKS supply chain; all information about IKKS products is transparent and available to everyone and the reduction of plastic.

What sets IKKS apart from other brands on the market is the excellence of the unique skills that form the heart of the “IKKS works better” approach. Seamstresses, pattern makers, design office, style studio, quality control, CSR teams: IKKS has all the expertise in conceiving and designing the collections in-house in Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges and Paris. It’s local expertise, highlighted every day by a team of passionate people. 

As quality goes with things that last, the IKKS teams are dedicated to the task of guaranteeing that customers around the world have desirable and durable products. A team of 22 people based in Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges is fully dedicated to prototyping IKKS models, developing more than 2,500 prototypes per year. This phase, which is very important in the creation of IKKS collections, guarantees the quality of the clothes and that they fit well.

My outfit today consists of 3 items from IKKS men’s collection: an IKKS jacket made of the finest suede leather, a polo shirt and classic drap trousers. All three pieces of clothing are great for fall days when you want to wear something in soft neutral colors and get noticed.

If you want to stay updated and find out what all the novelties IKKS has to offer us this fashion season, follow this French fashion house on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Leather Suede Jacket: IKKS

Polo T-Shirt: IKKS

Watch: DONE Watches

Trousers: IKKS

Sneakers: Dolce & Gabbana

Today’s fashion adventure continues with new friends of the Mr.M blog, a young and innovative exclusive Swiss watch brand that I’m sure you’ll love at first sight! In one of the previous stories, I wrote more details about this brand, and I advise you to spare a few minutes and read the story at the following LINK.

DONE is proof that all dreams can become reality, if you really believe in yourself and constantly work on yourself. I believe that there are a large number of watch lovers who realize and understand how difficult it really is to start your own watch brand and that it is every watchmaker’s dream to create their own watch brand one day. In the past, it was almost an impossible mission, but with the emergence of platforms where you can present your project and request financial assistance to achieve your business goals, anything is possible.

Crowdfunding platforms have taken on a very special importance during the last couple of years, especially in the watch industry. While in the past an extremely large amount of capital was required, today there is an almost endless community of watch enthusiasts from all over the world who could help you make your dreams come true. The best thing about it: if watch enthusiasts like your project, many of them are willing to financially support the project before the official start of production even begins.

That’s exactly what Mr. Thierry Clottu managed to do, when he completed an impressive Kickstarter campaign in July 2016. When he successfully raised the financial means for making watches, he set about creating his own watchmaking brand, which he had been dreaming about for years.

Mr. Clottu started making his dreams come true in 2015, when he made the first sketches for his new project. As an experienced microtechnology engineer and after more than 10 years of product development experience for many well-known luxury watch brands, he decided to finally commit to his own long-awaited dream of his own watch brand.

By the way, the name “DONE Watches” has a double meaning: on the one hand, it represents the founder’s personal challenge to create a successful watch brand himself, that is, to actually do it. On the other hand, the name alludes to the region of the brand’s birth, located in Neuchâtel, Switzerland – Done in Neuchâtel.

Mr. Clottu has already successfully established three watch collections, which are called Classic, Skeleton and Automatic. The story of this unusual Swiss brand DONE watches began in 2016, with the “MECHANICA ME1A” from the Classic series, a sporty-elegant everyday watch with a small second at 9 o’clock and a beautifully decorated hand-wound caliber.

Automatic three-handers, on the other hand, are significantly more timeless, with only a classic date window at 3 o’clock and available in 40mm (men’s) and 36mm (women’s) diameters. For those who prefer something a little more extravagant on their wrist, Clottu has developed the elegant Skeleton models, which boast an open caliber and DLC coating.

In today’s fashion story, I have the great honor and pleasure to present you the newest model of the DONE watch MECHANICA B03 in a special limited edition of 50 pieces. After the great sales success of the MECHANICA B01 and MECHANICA B02 models, the DONE brand is pleased to present the MECHANICA B03 model at this year’s Time to Watches.

The MECHANICA B03 model uses the same aesthetic codes as its predecessors, but in shades
clearer and more concrete. Its silver movement brings a beautiful depth to this watch which then fully reveals its movement in complete transparency. The B03 proudly displays its case diameter of 43.8 mm with an overall thickness of 10.9 mm. Because it is extremely thin and light, trust me I forgot I had this watch on my wrist.

When I discovered this convenience, I realized that the high quality of the execution of its components stands out, both in terms of the level of construction of the case, as well as in the “in-house” manual-wound caliber itself. The founder’s main motto when creating this new DONE model was: “True beauty comes from within!”. Therefore, the new MECHANICA B03 model has the famous basic movement ETA 6497-1 due to its reliability and precision, in this model processed in a skeletonized cut of bridges and a modern design. This watch is the result of dedicated work where we obtained exceptional design results in order to harmonize the whole for a clean and timeless result.

Technical Information:

Case Diameter: 43,8mm

Case Thickness: 10,9mm

Case Material: Grade 5 Titanium

Water Resistance: 10 ATM (100m)

Crystals: Saphire, anti reflective coating

Movement: Skeleton, ETA 6497-1, hand-winding, design done in house

Power reserve: 46

Strap material: Brown crocodile leather

Strap buckle: Titanium bi-blade folding clasp

Packaging: Leather travel case that accommodates up to 3 watches

Price: 3850 CHF (approx. 4000 Euros)

In the outstanding offer of the DONE brand, you can also find other models of watches for men and women. If you want to stay updated and find out what novelties the DONE watches brand has to offer us, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Anyone who has followed my blog for a long time knows that I always try to pay special attention to details. So this time I decided to present to you again one of the pairs of shoes that I have had in my shoe closet for a long time.

Since the whole outfit was in a certain classic tone, I decided to take my favorite Dolce & Gabbana sneakers that I bought a few years ago, for the umpteenth time. I must admit that they completed this outfit in an unusual way. They may have spent some time in the closet, but in the end they got their five minutes! Of course, this shade of drape color fits perfectly with my pastel colors in the wardrobe.

My dear fashionistas, we have come to the end of another autumn fashion story, where together we discovered the beauty and brilliance of sporty timeless elegance of casual fashion with the famous French fashion house IKKS, the beauty of the new revolutionary and special Swiss watch brand DONE, partners with whom fashion stories a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal fall outfit!

See you soon and continue our fashion adventures on the Mr.M blog! How did you like my outfit today? I really tried my best to prepare today’s post with lots of love and I hope you like it!

If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or any message for me, you can write me below in the comments. Of course, as always, you can contact me via email or social media channels, which you can find on the CONTACT page. I’ll see you soon!

With Love,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by IKKS and DONE brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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Tiziana Terenzi: Talitha, The Star Scent of the Ursa Major Constellation…

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Dear lovers of exotic and unique scents, welcome to another unusually Italian fragrant story on the Mr.M blog. Today’s story is a continuation of the fragrant fairy tale about Cereria Terenzi Evelino, a family run company that has been creating perfect fragrant notes of perfumes and scented candles for years.

On the Mr.M blog, you had the opportunity to read about some of the most famous fragrance notes of the company Cereria Terenzi Evelino, which has its own fragrance lines of the brands Tiziana Terenzi, V Canto and Giardino Benessere. If you want to remind yourself of some details about the fragrant notes of Tiziana Terenzi perfumes or V Canto perfumes, please take your time before you continue reading today’s story.

Tiziana Terenzi perfumes are special, their fragrant notes are not simple, they are intended for life lovers, who fearlessly embrace all the joys of life and enjoy the essence of the art of living life.

Tiziana Terenzi is a well-known professor of applied arts and designer, which is why she has collaborated with top jewelry brands. Her sophistication and love for “extraordinary elegance” is expressed in the refined and caring craftsmanship detail and the unsurpassed quality of every Terenzi art fragrance.

Each Tiziana Terenzi perfume contains incredible details of 24-carat gold, the highest quality hand-blown Italian glass, wooden inserts or zippers made of rare Italian wood, hand-cut and sewn Italian leather inserts. On the other hand, her brother, one of the founders of the brand, Paolo Terenzi, is an extremely talented, respected Italian perfumer.

A very unconventional, enchanting narrator, his philosophy is to create a beauty that does not leave your senses indifferent. He likes to work only with carefully selected rare natural raw materials, which he personally finds around the world on exotic magical trips.

The star of today’s post is the harmony of fragrant notes of the constellation Ursa Major. Talitha perfume by Tiziana Terenzi belongs to the Luna Star collection. This perfume represents a real bright star, with an exotic and mysterious name, which has always fascinated dreamers who like to scan the sky in search of star fire, just as Paolo and Tiziana loved to do as children with their grandfather Guglielmo.

This stylistic project therefore starts from the Ursa pyramid of the Luna collection, to continue an intergalactic journey towards a new pyramid, original and luminous, completely new, but at the same time capable of maintaining a strong link with the composition from which the journey starts and is inspired, thus guaranteeing perfect harmony for those who wish to explore the art of layering, starting with Ursa by Tiziana Terenzi Luna.

The Tiziana Terenzi Talitha creation opens with a stunning citrus bouquet, where Amalfi Lemon, extracted as per Terenzi family tradition by also macerating its fleshy, green leaves, is combined with Bergamot from Reggio Calabria and Pink Grapefruit from Sicily. The sparkling, radiant head settles on a persuasive, elegant heart, where the intoxicating Bulgarian Rose is contrasted with Ylang Ylang, enriched by the unexpectedly aromatic thrust of spices, where we clearly recognise Piedmont Nutmeg with Guatemalan Cardamom and the quirky hint of Ceylan Cinnamon, framed in a suspended, timeless elegance given to the composition by the heady, seductive embrace of Ambergris with Italian Leather.

This heart of sensuality is based on a powerful and robust, yet elegant and seductive base, where Atlas Cedarwood is combined with the aphrodisiac Guaiac Wood and Vetiver from Haiti driven by the invincible power of Musk to emphasise the entire creation. Talitha encapsulates the timeless elegance of the charm of discreet and silent balance, a stellar journey through tradition and innovation, dazzled by the astonishment of the unexpected thanks to the hint of folly that its aromatic spices lend to the effluvium generated by Italian leather with ambergris.

Tiziana Terenzi Orza (left) and Tiziana Terenzi Talitha (right)

What are the ingredients that make Tiziano Terenzi Talitha special?

  • Top notes: Bergamot of Reggio Calabria, Sicily Pink Grapefruit, Italian Amalfi Lemon & Lemon Green Leaves
  • Heart notes: Bulgarian Rose, Ylang Ylang, Piedmont Nutmeg, Cardamom from Guatemala, Ambergris, Italian Leather & Cinnamon from Ceylan 
  • Base notes: Cedar from Atlas, Guaiac Wood, Haitian Vetiver & Musk

My dear lovers of exotic and unique scents, we have come to the end of this special story about Tiziana Terenzi perfume. How did you like this fragrant story of mine today and the review of the unusual notes of Tiziana Terenzi perfumes? See you in a couple of days with some new interesting story!

Perfume is a gift that will always be a good reminder for someone really thinks of you. It is a memory that does not fade, an unforgettable scent journey. If you really want to surprise someone, you just need to think carefully and find the right fragrant notes of the person you are giving it to.

If you have a question, comment, suggestion or message for me, you can write me down in the comments. Of course, as always you can contact me via mail or social media channels, which you can find on the CONTACT page. See you soon, stay tuned!

From Munich with Love,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by Tiziana Terenzi brand and represents my personal and honest review of their products.

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Giorgio Armani: A Modern Vision of Elegance and Classics for Men…

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My dear fashionistas, welcome to another autumn fashion story on the Mr.M blog. I hope you are well and ready for a new dose of fashion. Today I will introduce you to one of my favorite Italian designers, Mr. Giorgio Armani. Giorgio Armani S.p.A., better known as Armani, is an Italian luxury fashion house founded in Milan by Mr. Giorgio Armani that designs, manufactures, distributes and sells haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, shoes, accessories and home interiors.

In addition to the Armani Prive couture line, Giorgio Armani and Emporio Armani are the company’s ready-to-wear lines that are shown at Milan Fashion Week. Armani Collezioni, Armani Exchange and Armani Jeans are sold at lower prices.

Giorgio Armani (full name of the brand line: Giorgio Armani Borgonuovo) is a top brand specializing in men’s and women’s ready-to-wear, accessories, glasses, cosmetics and perfumes. This line is available only in Giorgio Armani boutiques, specialized luxury multi-brand stores and selected high-end department stores worldwide. The logo is a curved “G” ending in a curved “A”, forming a circle. In 2001, Armani created a joint venture with Vestimento to produce the Borgonuovo men’s and women’s line.

How was the Armani fashion empire created? Mr. Armani and his partner, the architect Sergio Galeotti, founded Giorgio Armani SpA in 1975. After years of success, in 2001, Mr. Armani commissioned architect Tadao Anda to transform the old Nestle chocolate factory in Milan’s Savona/Tortona area into the company’s headquarters. Also, in the early 2000s, Armani opened five megastores, starting with the opening of the Armani/Manconi store in Milan in 2000, which houses all of the company’s brands. Other such spaces are in Hong Kong (Armani/Chater House, opened 2002), Munich (Armani/Funf Hof, opened 2003), Tokyo (Armani/Ginza Tower, opened 2007) and New York (Armani/Fifth Avenue, opened 2009).

The fashion house Giorgio Armani is recognizable for its refined and unobtrusive elegant creations that always evoke a kind of admiration and respect in all people, regardless of whether they are fashion lovers or not. My outfit today consists of two exceptional fashion pieces that, in my humble opinion, every man needs: a blue shirt and beige autumn pants.

I am one of those people who think that beige is a universal color for all seasons and that it refreshes every outfit, especially those autumn and winter outfits that can sometimes be gloomy, that’s why this neutral light beige color is ideal because it breaks the dark monotony and gives every styling one special note. On the other hand, blue color is an ideal color for any man who doesn’t like wearing white shirts all the time, so blue color is an ideal choice for any man, while remaining in the safety and fashion comfort zone.

If you want to know more about the Giorgio Armani brand, as well as other lines of brands from the Armani family, visit their official website and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Shirt: Giorgio Armani

Watch: Schaefer & Companions

Trousers: Giorgio Armani

Belt: BIAGINI

Espadrilles: Loro Piana

We will continue today’s fashion adventure with new friends of the Mr.M blog, a new exclusive Swiss watch brand that I’m sure you’ll love at first sight! Schaefer & Companions (S&C) is a new luxury watch brand founded in 2024 in the Swiss cradle of watchmaking, Le Locle. The foundations of this brand are based on the philosophy of artistic freedom, as well as the fulfillment of human beings through liberating creative power and the purity of the craft gesture are just some of the main values ​​cherished by the founders of this unusual brand.

Schaefer & Companions is a symbol of paying tribute to timeless poetry, creativity, that is why every Schaefer & Companions watch is a special masterpiece that has an unusual story. The essence of the brand is an artistic endeavor and a creative liberating form, an entire interconnected product landscape in the world that stands for creative craftsmanship, or as it is better known in French, “les metiers d’art”.

During the process of creating the first “Antarctica” collection, I had the great honor and pleasure of meeting the founder of this unusual luxury watch brand, Mr. Christophe Schaefer, who enthusiastically presented his ideas and drawings of the watch models he plans to create. This is not an ordinary collaboration but a new chapter that is part of my life’s journey and it is a wonderful feeling to be part of a project like Schaefer & Companions. I also have to make you happy that I am the first brand ambassador of this exceptional watch brand and that I will do my best to introduce you to some of the S&C brand watch models in the coming period through my fashion stories in which you are used to showing you various novelties.

Today we will learn a new term that I will often use during the presentation of this brand – companion. Schafer & Companions is a lifetime journey in which Mr. Schaefer and his companions have invested all their passion, the beauty of life, as well as the hopes that passionate watch lovers will recognize the uniqueness and love of art.

The Schaefer & Companions team decided to “break the ice” by marking the launch of its first watch collection at Geneva Watch Days (GWD) 2024 called “Antarctica“, which brings to life two watch models: Solune Medallion and Solune Grand Art. The Antarctica collection, available in limited editions, encapsulates the frozen vastness, quiet isolation and resilience of Antarctica. In today’s post you have the opportunity to see one of the Solune Grand Art variation of models. They are windows into this vast, icy expanse and represent a subtle artisanal intuition. Enamel is a precious material used to make S&C dials where artists have the opportunity to express their skills.

What is Enamel? Enamel is a glass mixture made of silicon dioxide and various metal oxides added to create different shades. Before any color can be applied, the craftsman must create a good basis for further artistic work. The enamel is crushed, ground and purified, first in distilled water and then in nitric acid. Then the copper, silver or gold plate is cleaned and coated with a layer of white enamel on both sides. The end result is a perfectly clean “canvas” for painting without the fear that the copper will bend when exposed to extreme temperatures.

After the process of making an enamelled dial, we come to the most complex part of making an enamelled watch, and that is making the dial. Because the colors of the enamel react differently and change in the oven, the designer must know exactly in advance how the material will react in order to create a work of art that can be faithfully reproduced.

Once the dial is properly constructed with the coated dial plate, the painting process can begin! The artist prepares a palette of colors with the nuances needed to create a predetermined image. The image must be carefully applied in several layers and baked in an oven up to 800ºC between painting processes. First, harder, more elastic colors are applied that can withstand multiple cracking, while gentle shades are kept in the final stages. With just a small misjudgment, the dial can warp, burst, or explode. Since the colors react to the heat both individually and collectively, a small mistake in the order can lead to unwanted results and force the masters to start re-making the enamelled dial.

Owning a dial, that little enamel masterpiece in my personal collection is exceptional. Due to the cost and complexity associated with its creation, the vast majority of enameled works are in museums. The rarity of skilled craftsmen is another factor, as the craft almost became extinct in the early twentieth century.

Proof that miracles are possible is Mrs. Françoise Remmonay of the Donzé Cadran Atelier based in Le Locle and she is a member of the S&C team and she is in charge of enamelled medallions and dials. In today’s fashion story, you will have the opportunity to see the dial that she made – a model of a frozen ocean that offers a view of the coldest continent in the world – Antarctica.

The Solune Grand Art watch model that you have the opportunity to see in today’s post represents a captured moment of an eternally living landscape of frozen waves of a turbulent ocean. The dial enameling process of this watch model begins with the sculpting of fine sheets of silver that are shaped into a realistic wave structure that provides personality and depth. Several layers of rare and limited enamel derived from antique enamel ateliers were then applied to the silver relief. This composition of enamel relief combined with vibrant colors creates a unique watch with a strong and distinctive character.

Technical Information:

Case Diameter: 43 mm

Case Thickness: 11,4 mm

Case Material Variations: Steel 904 or Steel IP 6 and equal material for indices and hands

Dial: Metiers d’art artistic interpretation ø 36.20 mm

Movement: ETA 2892 decorated, Top assortment, with customized rotor

Movement Details: Automatic with 42h of power reserve at 20,000 Hz

Bracelet material: Apple Suede Leather

Price: CHF 7,000 (approx. EUR 8,000) – tax excluded

You will soon have the opportunity to see other watch models in the Schaefer & Companions brand offer. If you want to stay updated and find out what novelties the watch brand Schaefer & Companions has to offer us, follow them on the social networks Facebook and Instagram.

Loro Piana is an Italian company specialised in clothing and textile products. This fashion house is considered the largest producer of cashmere and also the world’s largest artisanal company processing the luxury fiber.

The Loro Piana company has three divisions (textile divisions): a division that deals with the production of high-quality materials using precious fibers such as cashmere and baby cashmere, vicuna, linen and merino wool, a division that deals with the creation of luxury fashion items(production and distribution of men’s, women’s clothing, footwear and fashion accessories) and the interior design department – production and distribution of interior design products.

In today’s post you have the opportunity to see espadrilles from the men’s Loro Piano collection, which are just a small fraction of my favorites this season due to their distinctive elegance and my love for neutral colors. I have to admit that I have always shied away from espadrilles thinking they are uncomfortable and impractical, but the Loro Piana team proved me wrong once again and I’m glad they reassured me that anything is possible after all.

If you want to stay updated and find out which pieces the Loro Piana brand has in its offer, visit their official online store and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Biagini is one of those traditional Italian artisanal brands that has managed to easily develop and become recognizable throughout Europe and the world without losing its authenticity. Founded in 1968, it is a real family project in which everyone has a part of the credit for the great success because the soul of this brand is made up of people, starting with the founder Alberto Amidei, who takes care of production supervision, his wife Enza, who is in charge of quality control, and both have passed their passion on to their three children: daughter Elisa, who takes care of the company and commercial management, and Valentina, who is responsible for the development of the women’s collection, while son Luca, takes care of the management of the small leather goods department and the development of the men’s collection.

The Biagini brand is rooted in the tradition of leather craftsmanship and continues to constantly conduct thorough research into materials, which are locally produced and specially hand-painted according to the brand’s conceptual designs. In addition to respecting the heritage, the brand carries a truly contemporary creative soul. Biagini’s creative team play with geometries, such as the iconic curved lines inspired by waves, experiment with textures, be it soft hood, raw canvas, python or crocodile leather, have fun with color, exploring a palette of neutral tones as well as a palette of bright hues .

What is the story of this unusual prestigious brand of leather goods? Biagini, a brand born in Bologna in 1968, originally called “Silvano Biagini”, was acquired in 1999 by the Modenese Amidei family.

Eclectic, vibrant and timeless, this brand is evolving, introducing a men’s collection in 2009 and 2013, changing headquarters, expanding its production facilities and creating a showroom, inspired by Italian design in the 60s and 70s, a period in which the spirit of the Biagini brand received its true and true form.

In today’s fashion story, I present to you a belt from the BIAGINI brand, the Wave model made of the finest crocodile skin in a beautiful shade of cognac. The strap is a handmade “Made in Italy” piece. This exquisite belt is adorned with an unusual metal buckle that has the brand’s logo embossed on the underside.

If you want to stay updated and find out what all the novelties BIAGINI has to offer us this fashion season, follow this unusual Italian brand of luxury leather goods on Facebook and Instagram.

My dear fashionistas, we have come to the end of another autumn fashion story, where together we discovered the beauty and splendor of sporty, timeless elegance and prestige with the famous Italian fashion house Giorgio Armani, the beauty of the new revolutionary and special Swiss watch brand Schaefer & Companions, as well as the unique the quality of Italian craftsmanship with the iconic leather goods brand BIAGINI, as well as the beauty of urban elegance and timeless classics with Loro Piana, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal fall outfit!

See you soon and continue our fashion adventures on the Mr.M blog! How did you like my outfit today? I really tried my best to prepare today’s post with lots of love and I hope you like it!

If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or any message for me, you can write me below in the comments. Of course, as always, you can contact me via email or social media channels, which you can find on the CONTACT page. I’ll see you soon!

With Love,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by Giorgio Armani, Schaefer & Companions, BIAGINI and Loro Piana brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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Brioni: Men’s Fashion adorned with Famous Roman Elegance and Premium Quality…

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My dear fashionistas, welcome to the first autumn fashion story on the Mr.M blog. I hope you are well and ready for a new dose of fashion. We start today’s fashion adventure with new friends of the Mr.M blog, a well-known exclusive prestigious Italian fashion brand that is among the most luxurious men’s fashion brands and represents top quality and exclusivity – Brioni.

Brioni is an Italian luxury menswear fashion house based in Rome specializing in ready-to-wear footwear, leather goods, shoes, eyewear, fragrances and Bespoke.

This luxury brand was founded in Rome in 1945, while a little later, in 1952, the brand organized the first menswear show in modern fashion history. The brand invented the MTM Trunk Show and Prêt Couture. Brioni opened the tailoring school Scuola di Alta Sartoria in Penne in 1985. Brioni was bought by the luxury group Kering in 2011, the new general director of the Brioni fashion house is Mehdi Benabadji since December 2019, and Norbert Stumpfl is the creative director since October 2018.

For any fashionistas unfamiliar with the term Trunk Show, it is an event where brands present merchandise directly to store staff or customers at a retail location or other location such as a hotel room. In many cases, it allows store staff to review and purchase merchandise before it is available to the public. Typically, customers view goods, place an order, and then wait for the seller to manufacture and deliver the goods. If the merchandise has a designer, the retailer can choose to have the designer present at the event to add to the customer experience. Prototypes, samples, scraps and scraps from runway shows are also sometimes offered at these types of fashion shows such as Trunk Shows. Stores may be open to the general public and advertised in the mass media, or they may be limited to special customers or those on an email list. The term Trunk Show is derived from the common practice of transporting merchandise to these events in crates.

To return to the story of the star of our today’s fashion story, it is interesting to note that the first Brioni store, which was a tailor’s boutique for men’s clothing, was founded by Nazareno Fonticoli and Gaetano Savini at Via Barberini 79 in Rome in 1945. How did this famous brand get its name? The brand name Brioni is a reference to the Croatian Brijuni Islands, a holiday destination for European jet setters.

Brioni was the first sartorial menswear brand to use bold colors and lighter materials, introducing new silhouettes using slimmer shapes with natural shoulders. This fashion story officially begins in 1952, when Brioni staged the first menswear fashion show in modern fashion history, inside the Sala Bianca at Palazzo Pitti in Florence, where the revolutionary Peacock Revolution was presented. Brioni also designed the Trunk Show, during which collections are presented directly in stores, allowing customers to personalize garments with the Su Misura (made to measure) service.

Brioni promoted the “total look”, the production of suits, hats, ties, shirts and shoes. A little later, in 1959, a production plant was opened in Penne, Abruzzo, Mr. Nazareno Fonticoli’s hometown. Named Brioni Roman Style, the state-of-the-art factory introduced the concept of Pret Couture or ready-to-wear haute couture that sealed the international rise of the brand.

During the 1950s, Brioni organized fashion shows in 9 American cities that launched the brand’s distribution in the US. Brioni has attracted the interest of celebrities, heads of state and business leaders. In the 1950s, American film stars such as Clark Gable, John Wayne and Cary Grant wore Brioni suits in Hollywood, giving the brand international exposure.

In 1985, the Brioni fashion house opened a tailoring school in Penne with the aim of passing on the specific Brioni sartorial method to younger generations. That same year, Brioni opened a store in New York’s Fisher Building on 52nd Street. A few years later, in 1990, Umberto Angeloni was appointed CEO of Brioni. He started the company in diversifying its product lines, from sportswear to women’s wear (Lady Brioni) and accessories. Between 1995 and 2001, the company’s revenue tripled to $150 million. In 2007, Brioni partnered with the Royal College of Art in London to train master tailors through a three-year program, but this partnership ended in 2019 after 12 long years.

In 2006, Brioni decided to change the way of managing the company’s strategy, so in 2006 the rule of three joint executive directors was introduced: Antonella de Simone, Andrea Perone and Antonio Bianchini. In June 2007, Angeloni and his wife sold their 17% stake in the company. In 2009, Brioni was hit by the economic crisis, but refused to move its production outside Italy. Instead, the brand released new product categories with new fabrics and introduced men’s perfumes, the brand’s first foray into the world of perfume since the release of Good Luck in 1958. Mr. Andrea Perrone took over as CEO and appointed Mr. Alessandro Dell’Accu as Creative Director of Womenswear in May 2010, but the brand discontinued its women’s line the following year.

In today’s fashion story, my outfit is made up of 3 pieces of clothing from the new Brioni collection for Autumn – Winter 2024/25. A lightweight suede leather jacket, trousers made from a special combination of Vicuña cashmere and silk, as well as a fantastic T-shirt that is ideal for this transitional period between summer and autumn when we need something to wear under jackets.

A leather jacket that is made of the finest suede leather in a soft brown – tobacco color is something that every man definitely needs in every fashion season, but I must say that this tobacco color is the biggest fashion trend of this season and I must admit that this a color that looks good on everyone and refreshes the personality. On the other hand, trousers in the same color, which are made of the finest vicuña (Vicuña) cashmere and silk. Because of this unusual combination, these pants crease more easily, but the quality is on a whole other level that I have rarely seen before in all these years that I have spent in the world of exclusive fashion.

You must be wondering what kind of cashmere is Vicuña cashmere? The rarest and finest of all natural fibers, Vicuña is easily recognizable to the trained eye by its rich, golden tobacco-brown natural color and incredibly soft touch. Also known as the gold of the Andes, it was reserved for royalty in Inca times. The vicuna, a camilian cousin of the alpaca, is a small and graceful animal that roams wild in the Andes mountains at altitudes between 3,200 and 4,800 meters. Natural vicuna fibers are considered the rarest in the world due to strict conservation restrictions in the shearing process.

Vicuña wool is the finest and rarest natural fiber in the world. A strand of wool measures approximately 12 microns, which is 12 thousandths of a millimeter. It is about 7 microns finer than the finest cashmere. A single vicuña produces only about half a kilogram of wool per year, and the fibers are so fragile that they cannot be dyed or treated with chemicals commonly used in the textile industry.

Of course, I didn’t forget this ideal t-shirt which is really a fashion piece that is indispensable during this transition period when we need something light to wear under the jacket during these temperature variations in this transition period.

If you want to stay up to date and find out what all the novelties Brioni has to offer for us this fashion season, follow this an iconic Italian fashion house on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Leather jacket: Brioni

T-Shirt: Brioni

Watch: DONE

Trousers: Brioni

Belts: BIAGINI

Sneakers: Billionaire

Today’s fashion adventure continues with new friends of the Mr.M blog, a young and innovative exclusive Swiss watch brand that I’m sure you’ll love at first sight! In one of the previous stories, I wrote more details about this brand, and I advise you to spare a few minutes and read the story at the following LINK.

DONE is proof that all dreams can become reality, if you really believe in yourself and constantly work on yourself. I believe that there are a large number of watch lovers who realize and understand how difficult it really is to start your own watch brand and that it is every watchmaker’s dream to create their own watch brand one day. In the past, it was almost an impossible mission, but with the emergence of platforms where you can present your project and request financial assistance to achieve your business goals, anything is possible.

Crowdfunding platforms have taken on a very special importance during the last couple of years, especially in the watch industry. While in the past an extremely large amount of capital was required, today there is an almost endless community of watch enthusiasts from all over the world who could help you make your dreams come true. The best thing about it: if watch enthusiasts like your project, many of them are willing to financially support the project before the official start of production even begins.

That’s exactly what Mr. Thierry Clottu managed to do, when he completed an impressive Kickstarter campaign in July 2016. When he successfully raised the financial means for making watches, he set about creating his own watchmaking brand, which he had been dreaming about for years.

Mr. Clottu started making his dreams come true in 2015, when he made the first sketches for his new project. As an experienced microtechnology engineer and after more than 10 years of product development experience for many well-known luxury watch brands, he decided to finally commit to his own long-awaited dream of his own watch brand.

By the way, the name “DONE Watches” has a double meaning: on the one hand, it represents the founder’s personal challenge to create a successful watch brand himself, that is, to actually do it. On the other hand, the name alludes to the region of the brand’s birth, located in Neuchâtel, Switzerland – Done in Neuchâtel.

Mr. Clottu has already successfully established three watch collections, which are called Classic, Skeleton and Automatic. The story of this unusual Swiss brand DONE watches began in 2016, with the “MECHANICA ME1A” from the Classic series, a sporty-elegant everyday watch with a small second at 9 o’clock and a beautifully decorated hand-wound caliber.

Automatic three-handers, on the other hand, are significantly more timeless, with only a classic date window at 3 o’clock and available in 40mm (men’s) and 36mm (women’s) diameters. For those who prefer something a little more extravagant on their wrist, Clottu has developed the elegant Skeleton models, which boast an open caliber and DLC coating.

In today’s fashion story, I have the great honor and pleasure to present you the newest model of the DONE watch MECHANICA B03 in a special limited edition of 50 pieces. After the great sales success of the MECHANICA B01 and MECHANICA B02 models, the DONE brand is pleased to present the MECHANICA B03 model at this year’s Time to Watches.

The MECHANICA B03 model uses the same aesthetic codes as its predecessors, but in shades
clearer and more concrete. Its silver movement brings a beautiful depth to this watch which then fully reveals its movement in complete transparency. The B03 proudly displays its case diameter of 43.8 mm with an overall thickness of 10.9 mm. Because it is extremely thin and light, trust me I forgot I had this watch on my wrist.

When I discovered this convenience, I realized that the high quality of the execution of its components stands out, both in terms of the level of construction of the case, as well as in the “in-house” manual-wound caliber itself. The founder’s main motto when creating this new DONE model was: “True beauty comes from within!”. Therefore, the new MECHANICA B03 model has the famous basic movement ETA 6497-1 due to its reliability and precision, in this model processed in a skeletonized cut of bridges and a modern design. This watch is the result of dedicated work where we obtained exceptional design results in order to harmonize the whole for a clean and timeless result.

Technical Information:

Case Diameter: 43,8mm

Case Thickness: 10,9mm

Case Material: Grade 5 Titanium

Water Resistance: 10 ATM (100m)

Crystals: Saphire, anti reflective coating

Movement: Skeleton, ETA 6497-1, hand-winding, design done in house

Power reserve: 46

Strap material: Blue FKM rubber

Strap buckle: Titanium bi-blade folding clasp

Packaging: Leather travel case that accommodates up to 3 watches

Price: 3850 CHF (approx. 4000 Euros)

In the outstanding offer of the DONE brand, you can also find other models of watches for men and women. If you want to stay updated and find out what novelties the DONE watches brand has to offer us, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Biagini is one of those traditional Italian artisanal brands that has managed to easily develop and become recognizable throughout Europe and the world without losing its authenticity. Founded in 1968, it is a real family project in which everyone has a part of the credit for the great success because the soul of this brand is made up of people, starting with the founder Alberto Amidei, who takes care of production supervision, his wife Enza, who is in charge of quality control, and both have passed their passion on to their three children: daughter Elisa, who takes care of the company and commercial management, and Valentina, who is responsible for the development of the women’s collection, while son Luca, takes care of the management of the small leather goods department and the development of the men’s collection.

The Biagini brand is rooted in the tradition of leather craftsmanship and continues to constantly conduct thorough research into materials, which are locally produced and specially hand-painted according to the brand’s conceptual designs. In addition to respecting the heritage, the brand carries a truly contemporary creative soul. Biagini’s creative team play with geometries, such as the iconic curved lines inspired by waves, experiment with textures, be it soft hood, raw canvas, python or crocodile leather, have fun with color, exploring a palette of neutral tones as well as a palette of bright hues .

What is the story of this unusual prestigious brand of leather goods? Biagini, a brand born in Bologna in 1968, originally called “Silvano Biagini”, was acquired in 1999 by the Modenese Amidei family.

Eclectic, vibrant and timeless, this brand is evolving, introducing a men’s collection in 2009 and 2013, changing headquarters, expanding its production facilities and creating a showroom, inspired by Italian design in the 60s and 70s, a period in which the spirit of the Biagini brand received its true and true form.

The Biagini brand is rooted in the tradition of leather craftsmanship and continues to constantly conduct thorough research into materials, which are locally produced and specially hand-painted according to the brand’s conceptual designs. In addition to respecting the heritage, the brand carries a truly contemporary creative soul. Biagini’s creative team play with geometries, such as the iconic curved lines inspired by waves, experiment with textures, be it soft hood, raw canvas, python or crocodile leather, have fun with color, exploring a palette of neutral tones as well as a palette of bright hues .

What is the story of this unusual prestigious brand of leather goods? Biagini, a brand born in Bologna in 1968, originally called “Silvano Biagini”, was acquired in 1999 by the Modenese Amidei family.

Eclectic, vibrant and timeless, this brand is evolving, introducing a men’s collection in 2009 and 2013, changing headquarters, expanding its production facilities and creating a showroom, inspired by Italian design in the 60s and 70s, a period in which the spirit of the Biagini brand received its true and true form.

In today’s fashion story, I present to you a belt from the BIAGINI brand, the Wave model made of the finest crocodile skin in a beautiful shade of cognac. The strap is a handmade “Made in Italy” piece. This exquisite belt is adorned with an unusual metal buckle that has the brand’s logo embossed on the underside.

If you want to stay updated and find out what all the novelties BIAGINI has to offer us this fashion season, follow this unusual Italian brand of luxury leather goods on Facebook and Instagram.

Anyone who has followed my blog for a long time knows that I always try to pay special attention to details. So this time I decided to show you a novelty that has almost arrived in my wardrobe.

Billionaire, a timeless luxury style that was born in Italy, this luxury brand continues to express “Made in Italy” through craftsmanship, craftsmanship and the fusion of premium fabrics. BILLIONAIRE is for men who appreciate true style and elegance. This brand is owned by the famous German designer Philipp Plein.

The new collection embraces the traditional elegance of Billionaire Couture and a vibrant color palette. Bold mosaic patterns and new silhouettes emphasize the essence of casual chic. This collection represents a true “Made in Italy” attitude. Staying true to the brand’s DNA, Mr. Plein opted for rich materials such as silk, cashmere and precious leather details for the FW24 collection.

Crafted from the finest materials by Italian artisans, the shoes enrich any outfit. The Billionaire brand offers sneakers for everyday casual elegant options, while moccasins, elegant shoes and boots complete the wear of pure elegance.

If you want to stay up-to-date and find out what the Billionaire brand has to offer, visit their official online store and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

My dear fashionistas, we have come to the end of the first autumn fashion story, where together we discovered the beauty and splendor of sporty timeless elegance and prestige with the famous Italian fashion house Brioni, the beauty of the new revolutionary and special Swiss watch brand DONE, as well as the unique quality of Italian craftsmanship with the cult leather goods brand BIAGINI, as well as the beauty of urban elegance with exotic materials with Billionaire, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal fall outfit!

See you soon and continue our fashion adventures on the Mr.M blog! How did you like my outfit today? I really tried my best to prepare today’s post with lots of love and I hope you like it!

If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or any message for me, you can write me below in the comments. Of course, as always, you can contact me via email or social media channels, which you can find on the CONTACT page. I’ll see you soon!

With Love,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by Brioni, DONE, BIAGINI and Billionaire brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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Loro Piana: All Shades of Blue will Look Good on You!

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My dear fashion lovers, welcome to a new fashion story on the Mr.M blog. I hope you are well and ready for a new dose of fashion. We start today’s fashion adventure with old friends of the Mr.M blog, one far and wide famous iconic Italian fashion house located at the very top of the fashion scene – Loro Piana.

The outfit that you will have the opportunity to see today was just one of numerous outfits planned for a special trip on Safari in Africa, but due to the unprofessional way of doing business of the Namibia Tourism Board, due to numerous omissions of their employees, the trip was not held because my team was deceived after four months of negotiations and the trip was unfortunately not realised due to business irresponsibility and exceptional unprofessionalism of the team of the Namibia Tourism Board who, even after the warning of my legal team, did not speak up or show any kind of readiness and willingness to find a common solution for the numerous problems they caused to the Mr.M team and our partners after the confirmed collaboration and trip that was supposed to will be held at the end of July – mid-August this year. 

I would like to publicly apologize to all partners of this project who wholeheartedly trusted and gave their selfless contribution and support. After 10 years of a successful blogging and influencer career, this is the first time I have experienced such an unpleasant situation in which I found myself due to deception by the employees of the Nambia tourism organization. I hope you will like the outfit regardless of the current circumstances, I tried to respect all the brands that were part of this project.

Loro Piana is an Italian company specialised in clothing and textile products. This fashion house is considered the largest producer of cashmere and also the world’s largest artisanal company processing the luxury fiber.

The Loro Piana company has three divisions (textile divisions): a division that deals with the production of high-quality materials using precious fibers such as cashmere and baby cashmere, vicuna, linen and merino wool, a division that deals with the creation of luxury fashion items(production and distribution of men’s, women’s clothing, footwear and fashion accessories) and the interior design department – production and distribution of interior design products.

In today’s post you have the opportunity to see the white trousers and baby blue shirt from the latest men’s Loro Piana SS24 collection, which are just a small part of my favorites this season because of its distinctive elegance and my love for neutral colors. Made from a combination of silk, cotton and viscose, these white trousers are perfect for the man who pays attention to details and leaves nothing to chance. These pants are perfect for all occasions and can be easily combined with other colors, and the cut itself is unusual. This outfit was perfectly enriched by Loro Piana’s viscose – baby blue oversized silk shirt, which is simply ideal for the summer period due to its breathability and the incredible feeling of cooling your skin.

If you want to stay updated and find out which pieces the Loro Piana brand has in its offer, visit their official online store and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

We continue today’s fashion adventure with new friends of the Mr.M blog that you had the opportunity to meet in one of the previous stories. ENVISION is an interesting watch brand that is proof of Italian perfect design and Swiss precision! Envision is an Italian brand born from the vision of its founder and designer Alessandro Bambini in the productive heart of Italy – Modena, whose passion for watchmaking leads to the creation of wristwatches made in Switzerland with highly innovative designs.

ENVISION aims not only to create watches, but also to design wearable works of art that can seamlessly integrate into the rhythm of modern life and evoke emotions even in the brief moment when we look at the time on our wrist. The ENVISION brand originates from Modena, in the productive heart of Italy, the land of elegance and innovation, with the aim of creating unique and stunning timepieces that embody the art and craftsmanship of Swiss watchmaking.

In the vast and competitive landscape of watchmaking, creating something truly unique and new is an extremely ambitious challenge. That is why every ENVISION model is the result of many years of study and research. However, that alone is not enough. Offering products with avant-garde lines without ensuring that the quality meets expectations would be a challenge lost from the start. That’s why ENVISION makes sure that every watch it creates meets the high standards they set for their brand, while ensuring timely and attentive customer support.

Today I will introduce you to Prisma, the first creation of the Envision brand that deeply embodies the vision of this exceptional Italian watch brand.

A masterful blend of Italian design and Swiss technology, Prisma represents the pinnacle of watchmaking art. Packed with a Sellita SV200-1 automatic mechanical movement tuned by the Envision team, a stainless steel case and sapphire crystal, a Prisma Sapphire Blue ​​blue dial with a sunray finish and an integrated stainless steel bracelet, this watch is the perfection of luxury in every detail that will grace your wrist. This watch represents an uncompromising choice of style and precision.

The 316L stainless steel case surrounds a high-quality sapphire crystal that features a prismatic cut that captures light beautifully. Each reflection creates a play of light, color and shadow, giving the watch a unique and attractive look.

An expansive dial with a sunburst finish, applied indexes expertly crafted with alternating polished and satin finishes, and glossy dauphin hands all contribute to a unique wrist experience unlike anything we’re used to.

What adorns the Envision Prisma watch model is the innovative integrated bracelet that extends around the case. Each link, crafted with care and dedication, is a continuation of the ends of the case, encompassing the wrist until it reaches the opening clasp that subtly displays the brand’s engraving. Each component, created with care and passion, undergoes rigorous checks by the Envision expert team to ensure quality and durability.

Inside each Prisma’s case beats the Swiss automatic heart, the Sellita movement, which needs no introduction. With 26 jewels, a frequency of 28,800 A/h set internally by the Envision team, and a power reserve of 38 hours, it ensures Swiss reliability and precision.

In addition to Prisma Sapphire Blue, Envision has 3 more colors in its offer: Prisma Space Gray, Prisma Emerald Green, Prisma Ruby Red. In the following fashion stories, I will also introduce you to the Envision Prisma Sapphire Blue!

I’m sure you want to stay updated and find out what all the models Envision watch brand has prepared us, visit their official online store and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Silk Shirt: Loro Piana

Watch: ENVISION

Trousers: Loro Piana

Sneakers: BALLY

The Bally brand was founded by Karl Franz Bally and his brother Fritz Bally in the basement of their family home in the town of Schonenverd, Switzerland. Their original products were elastic bands. During a business trip to Paris in 1849, Carl Franz wanted to buy his wife lace-up boots. Unfortunately, he was unable to remember the size his wife was wearing, he decided to buy that model of boots in all available sizes, knowing that one pair would surely be the right one. This is what I call the love!

During a visit to one Paris factory where boots were made, he noticed that each shoe had buttons with elastic bands similar to those produced by his family in Switzerland. Carl Franz got the idea to create something new, so he decided to expand his business to the production of footwear. Together with his brother Fritz, Carl Franz hired designers to help them, and so they started hand-making shoes in the basement of his house.

The Bally company was founded in the basement of one family house in 1851, and only three years later the first factory was built, which was located in the center of the town. Unfortunately, in 1854, Karl’s brother Fritz Bally retired and left this job.

By the 1870s, the Bally brand was already recognized as a leader in the footwear industry. The company name changed to CF Bally and then to CF Bally & Sons when Karl handed over the business to his sons in 1892 and passed away a few years later. The fact is that Karl passed on his tireless creative and visionary pioneering spirit to his sons. Bally as a brand has grown and thrived by opening its stores in Geneva, Buenos Aires, Paris and London.

In the 1980s, Bally was also one of the first European luxury goods brands to open in post-reforms and opening borders to China. The brand has also expanded its range to include clothing, bags and leather goods for men and women. In the 1990s, Bally became a global brand, opening its stores in Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, Lebanon and Turkey.

In today’s fashion story, you have the opportunity to see the legendary model of Bally sneakers that I received exactly 4 years ago for my birthday as part of the PR package of the fashion house BALLY. That period was stressful for all of us, especially since the situation was uncertain due to the pandemic that was current at the time, but like everyone else, I always tried to remember only the most beautiful things.

My dear fashionistas, we have come to the end of another summer fashion story, where together we discovered the beauty of elegance and prestige with the luxurious Italian fashion house Loro Piana, as well as the unique combination of Italian design and Swiss precision with the new watch brand ENVISION, as well as the practicality and the simplicity of Swiss fashion with fashion house BALLY, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal summer outfit!

See you soon and continue our fashion adventures on the Mr.M blog! How did you like my outfit today? I really tried my best to prepare today’s post with lots of love and I hope you like it!

If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or any message for me, you can write me below in the comments. Of course, as always, you can contact me via email or social media channels, which you can find on the CONTACT page. I’ll see you soon!

With Love,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by ENVISION, Loro Piana and BALLY brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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Schaefer & Companions: Antarctica Solune Grand Art, Wearable Art Landscape of Frozen Waves…

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My dear fashionistas, welcome to a new fashion story on the Mr.M blog. I hope you are well and ready for a new dose of fashion. We start today’s fashion adventure with new friends of the Mr.M blog, a new exclusive Swiss watch brand that I’m sure you’ll love at first sight!

Schaefer & Companions (S&C) is a new luxury watch brand founded in 2024 in the Swiss cradle of watchmaking, Le Locle. The foundations of this brand are based on the philosophy of artistic freedom, as well as the fulfillment of human beings through liberating creative power and the purity of the craft gesture are just some of the main values ​​cherished by the founders of this unusual brand.

Schaefer & Companions is a symbol of paying tribute to timeless poetry, creativity, that is why every Schaefer & Companions watch is a special masterpiece that has an unusual story. The essence of the brand is an artistic endeavor and a creative liberating form, an entire interconnected product landscape in the world that stands for creative craftsmanship, or as it is better known in French, “les metiers d’art”.

During the process of creating the first “Antarctica” collection, I had the great honor and pleasure of meeting the founder of this unusual luxury watch brand, Mr. Christophe Schaefer, who enthusiastically presented his ideas and drawings of the watch models he plans to create. This is not an ordinary collaboration but a new chapter that is part of my life’s journey and it is a wonderful feeling to be part of a project like Schaefer & Companions. I also have to make you happy that I am the first brand ambassador of this exceptional watch brand and that I will do my best to introduce you to some of the S&C brand watch models in the coming period through my fashion stories in which you are used to showing you various novelties.

Today we will learn a new term that I will often use during the presentation of this brand – companion. Schafer & Companions is a lifetime journey in which Mr. Schaefer and his companions have invested all their passion, the beauty of life, as well as the hopes that passionate watch lovers will recognize the uniqueness and love of art.

Françoise Remmonay is part of the Schaefer & Companions family and part of the Donzé Cadran Atelier that creates a wide range of masterpieces in the watchmaking industry.

The Schaefer & Companions team decided to “break the ice” by marking the launch of its first watch collection at Geneva Watch Days (GWD) 2024 called “Antarctica“, which brings to life two watch models: Solune Medallion and Solune Grand Art. The Antarctica collection, available in limited editions, encapsulates the frozen vastness, quiet isolation and resilience of Antarctica. In today’s post you have the opportunity to see one of the Solune Grand Art variation of models.

Schaefer & Companions watches will be on display at the Beau-Rivage Genève Hotel during GWD 2024.

Address: Quai du Mont-Blanc 13, 1201 Genève, Switzerland

Also, I would just like to let all interested watch lovers know that Schaefer & Companions will officially open their waiting list on September 10th, 2024, so you will be able to get an S&C watch on your wrist soon.

They are windows into this vast, icy expanse and represent a subtle artisanal intuition. Enamel is a precious material used to make S&C dials where artists have the opportunity to express their skills.

What is Enamel? Enamel is a glass mixture made of silicon dioxide and various metal oxides added to create different shades. Before any color can be applied, the craftsman must create a good basis for further artistic work. The enamel is crushed, ground and purified, first in distilled water and then in nitric acid. Then the copper, silver or gold plate is cleaned and coated with a layer of white enamel on both sides. The end result is a perfectly clean “canvas” for painting without the fear that the copper will bend when exposed to extreme temperatures.

After the process of making an enamelled dial, we come to the most complex part of making an enamelled watch, and that is making the dial. Because the colors of the enamel react differently and change in the oven, the designer must know exactly in advance how the material will react in order to create a work of art that can be faithfully reproduced.

Once the dial is properly constructed with the coated dial plate, the painting process can begin! The artist prepares a palette of colors with the nuances needed to create a predetermined image. The image must be carefully applied in several layers and baked in an oven up to 800ºC between painting processes. First, harder, more elastic colors are applied that can withstand multiple cracking, while gentle shades are kept in the final stages. With just a small misjudgment, the dial can warp, burst, or explode. Since the colors react to the heat both individually and collectively, a small mistake in the order can lead to unwanted results and force the masters to start re-making the enamelled dial.

Owning a dial, that little enamel masterpiece in my personal collection is exceptional. Due to the cost and complexity associated with its creation, the vast majority of enameled works are in museums. The rarity of skilled craftsmen is another factor, as the craft almost became extinct in the early twentieth century.

Proof that miracles are possible is Mrs. Françoise Remmonay of the Donzé Cadran Atelier based in Le Locle and she is a member of the S&C team and she is in charge of enamelled medallions and dials. In today’s fashion story, you will have the opportunity to see the dial that she made – a model of a frozen ocean that offers a view of the coldest continent in the world – Antarctica.

The Solune Grand Art watch model that you have the opportunity to see in today’s post represents a captured moment of an eternally living landscape of frozen waves of a turbulent ocean. The dial enameling process of this watch model begins with the sculpting of fine sheets of silver that are shaped into a realistic wave structure that provides personality and depth. Several layers of rare and limited enamel derived from antique enamel ateliers were then applied to the silver relief. This composition of enamel relief combined with vibrant colors creates a unique watch with a strong and distinctive character.

Technical Information:

Case Diameter: 43 mm

Case Thickness: 11,4 mm

Case Material Variations: Steel 904 or Steel IP 6 and equal material for indices and hands

Dial: Metiers d’art artistic interpretation ø 36.20 mm

Movement: ETA 2892 decorated, Top assortment, with customized rotor

Movement Details: Automatic with 42h of power reserve at 20,000 Hz

Bracelet material: Apple Suede Leather

Price: CHF 7,000 (approx. EUR 8,000) – tax excluded

You will soon have the opportunity to see other watch models in the Schaefer & Companions brand offer. If you want to stay updated and find out what novelties the watch brand Schaefer & Companions has to offer us, follow them on the social networks Facebook and Instagram.

Today we continue the story of the ecommerce platform MYTHERESA, as well as the brands available on this platform. I believe many of you have heard about MYTHERESA shopping platform on Mr.M blog, but I would like to introduce you to this electronic fashion paradise. MYTHERESA is one of the leading global luxury e-commerce platforms operating in over 130 countries. Founded as a boutique in 1987, MYTHERESA launched online in 2006 and offers ready-to-wear, shoes, bags and accessories for women, men and children, as well as lifestyle products.

The MYTHERESA online store was founded in 2006 by Susanne and Christoph Botschen and is connected to the multi-brand store in Munich (formerly the THERESA store). In 2014, the THERESA store and mytheresa.com were acquired by the American luxury retailer Neiman Marcus for €150 million, giving Neiman Marcus greater access to international customers and strengthening their e-commerce technology.

During Neiman Marcus’ bankruptcy in 2020, the company began the process of spinning off Mytheresa as an independent entity. In January 2019, Mytheresa launched a children’s clothing category, and in January 2020, Mytheresa Men was launched. In May 2022, a new homeware and lifestyle category followed. In 2022, Mytheresa expanded its luxury offering to include home decor and lifestyle products.

The novelty they presented this year is the launch of certified second-hand watches from over 25 luxury brands, such as Audemars Piguet and Cartier, in cooperation with the Swiss jewelry and watch company Bucherer. As a global retailer, Mytheresa operates in 8 languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese and Korean.

In today’s post, you will see some fashion pieces from Brunello Cucinelli brand that you can find on the MYTHERESA online shopping platform.

Fashion pieces from the Brunello Cucinelli collection are made so that they can last for seasons and years with the guarantee that you can leave something of exceptional quality to your descendants with a timeless cut that will always be fashionable. Each manufactured piece is designed so that it does not follow blind trends, but on the contrary remains its own and consistent with the style of timeless elegance and refinement. Brunello Cucinelli is a brand that cherishes the values of “quiet luxury”, that’s why you’ll never see an aggressive brand logo on their clothes, leather goods or other fashion accessories, but the design and material will tell the story for themselves.

Brunello Cucinelli is an Italian luxury fashion brand that sells menswear, womenswear and accessories in Europe, North America and East Asia. The company was founded by Mr. Brunello Cucinelli in 1978. Mr. Cucinelli started his fashion house in 1978 specializing in Mongolian cashmere clothing for women. Today, the company owns 94 of the 124 stores worldwide. A few years ago, more precisely in January 2017, the company launched its online web store.

Mr. Cucinelli controls and manages the brand through Fedone Srl. Cucinelli’s family fund owns 57% of the company’s shares, and has also set up a special fund for the benefit of his daughters, Camilla and Carolina, to guarantee the proper handover of his eponymous company. This is an inspiring fashion story about a family.

OUTFIT

Blazer: Brunello Cucinelli via MYTHERESA Men

Shirt: Brunello Cucinelli via MYTHERESA Men

Watch: Schaefer & Companions

Jeans: Brunello Cucinelli via MYTHERESA Men

Belt: BIAGINI

Loafers: Fratelli Rossetti

An impressive fact is that the company headquarters is located in a 14th-century castle on top of a hill in the middle of Umbria, an area known as the “green heart” of Italy. Brunello Cucinelli donates 20% of profits to its charitable foundation and pays workers wages that are 20% higher than the fashion industry average. Also interesting information is that the employees of the company have extremely flexible working hours and that e-mails are not allowed after working hours. This is one of the few fashion houses that have such good working conditions, which is commendable in today’s age of classical capitalism.

My outfit today is adorned with three pieces from the latest Brunello Cucinelli SS24 collection, which is this beautiful navy double-breasted blazer, beige shirt and beige jeans. A navy double-breasted blazer is a fashion piece that every man needs because this jacket can be worn on any occasion, from everyday business occasions when you need a blazer like this for a business meeting or you want an elegant blazer for some formal occasions. The shirt is something completely new and unusual than I’m used to seeing in Brunello Cucinelli collections and I especially liked this unusual one, I just wanted to have a shirt like this in my wardrobe when I saw it in the catalog. In addition to the interesting design, this shirt is of exceptional quality made from a combination of high-quality cotton and silk. Jeans are something I really love to wear and I usually have darker jeans, but when I saw these beige jeans I could totally picture myself in them. They have a lot of elastin, which is ideal for everyday activities.

If you want to stay updated and find out what iconic Italian fashion house Brunello Cucinelli has prepared for us this fashion season, follow this brand on social media: Facebook and Instagram.

Biagini is one of those traditional Italian artisanal brands that has managed to easily develop and become recognizable throughout Europe and the world without losing its authenticity. Founded in 1968, it is a real family project in which everyone has a part of the credit for the great success because the soul of this brand is made up of people, starting with the founder Alberto Amidei, who takes care of production supervision, his wife Enza, who is in charge of quality control, and both have passed their passion on to their three children: daughter Elisa, who takes care of the company and commercial management, and Valentina, who is responsible for the development of the women’s collection, while son Luca, takes care of the management of the small leather goods department and the development of the men’s collection.

The Biagini brand is rooted in the tradition of leather craftsmanship and continues to constantly conduct thorough research into materials, which are locally produced and specially hand-painted according to the brand’s conceptual designs. In addition to respecting the heritage, the brand carries a truly contemporary creative soul. Biagini’s creative team play with geometries, such as the iconic curved lines inspired by waves, experiment with textures, be it soft hood, raw canvas, python or crocodile leather, have fun with color, exploring a palette of neutral tones as well as a palette of bright hues .

What is the story of this unusual prestigious brand of leather goods? Biagini, a brand born in Bologna in 1968, originally called “Silvano Biagini”, was acquired in 1999 by the Modenese Amidei family.

Eclectic, vibrant and timeless, this brand is evolving, introducing a men’s collection in 2009 and 2013, changing headquarters, expanding its production facilities and creating a showroom, inspired by Italian design in the 60s and 70s, a period in which the spirit of the Biagini brand received its true and true form.

The Biagini brand is rooted in the tradition of leather craftsmanship and continues to constantly conduct thorough research into materials, which are locally produced and specially hand-painted according to the brand’s conceptual designs. In addition to respecting the heritage, the brand carries a truly contemporary creative soul. Biagini’s creative team play with geometries, such as the iconic curved lines inspired by waves, experiment with textures, be it soft hood, raw canvas, python or crocodile leather, have fun with color, exploring a palette of neutral tones as well as a palette of bright hues .

What is the story of this unusual prestigious brand of leather goods? Biagini, a brand born in Bologna in 1968, originally called “Silvano Biagini”, was acquired in 1999 by the Modenese Amidei family.

Eclectic, vibrant and timeless, this brand is evolving, introducing a men’s collection in 2009 and 2013, changing headquarters, expanding its production facilities and creating a showroom, inspired by Italian design in the 60s and 70s, a period in which the spirit of the Biagini brand received its true and true form.

In today’s fashion story, I present to you a belt from the BIAGINI brand, the Wave model made of the finest crocodile skin in a beautiful shade of cognac. The strap is a handmade “Made in Italy” piece. This exquisite belt is adorned with an unusual metal buckle that has the brand’s logo embossed on the underside.

If you want to stay updated and find out what all the novelties BIAGINI has to offer us this fashion season, follow this unusual Italian brand of luxury leather goods on Facebook and Instagram.

Today’s fashion adventure ends with old well-known friends of Mr.M blog – Fratelli Rossetti. This Italian footwear brand that I’m sure everyone recognizes for their comfortable shoes that are made from the highest quality materials Fratelli Rossetti footwear is fantastic for the reason that this brand makes classic shoes that are elegant and simply unbeatable, shoes for all time! You had the chance to see their most famous model, the Brera, in my Jordan fashion stories.

What is the story of this brand? In the middle of the 20th century, more precisely in 1945, Mr. Renzo Rossetti started his story from scratch, where he worked alone to cut leather for several types of sports shoes. His shoes were sold at the famous Brigatti store in Milan, one of the few remaining stores of its kind in the city. After a few years, Fratelli Rossetti saw success, but, wanting to develop further, they transferred the brands and equipment for this special production to Atala Sport in Padua.

Fratelli Rossetti has a long tradition of “big little innovations”. In this company, tradition and quality have always gone hand in hand with insatiable curiosity and commitment to innovation. From the introduction of tassels and the invention of shoes designed to be worn without socks, to stylistic innovations and the launch of the “masculine” style, to the application of colors in unique chromatic shades. It was Renzo Rossetti who emphasized the importance of embracing new materials, styles and shapes: as early as the 60s, he was already experimenting with different color combinations on leather. Today, the company continues its research and development activities thanks to the knowledge of its craftsmen and the creative spirit of the styling department.

Fratelli Rossetti in its collections for men has timeless classic lines that you can find all year in their offer, some of the models are: Brera, Brera Sport, Hobo Sport, Yacht, La Giusta. 

In today’s post, I present one of the iconic Brera models. Brera is the bohemian quarter of Milan where, in the sixties of the last century, sculptors, painters and writers struggled to leave their mark with a new language and new forms. The liberal and cosmopolitan spirit was the source of inspiration for “Brera”, a moccasin with tassels, a style revolution in a country that is just rediscovering its joy of life. Brera combines different materials and colors as a true work of art. The special composition of materials and shapes makes moccasins a successful chapter in the history of Fratelli Rossetti.

Today you have the opportunity to see a special summer version of the famous Brera loafers in shades of blue, made of soft closed-weave material. Special high-quality processing and production. These moccasins have a hand-dyed leather sole. The shoes are handmade in Italy, like all other Fratelli Rossetti shoes.

If you want to stay freshly updated and find out which models of shoes and leather goods the Fratelli Rossetti brand has in its offer, visit their official online store and follow them on the social networks Facebook and Instagram.

My dear fashionistas, we have come to the end of another summer fashion story, where together we discovered the beauty of the wearable artistic landscape of frozen waves with the luxurious new Swiss watch brand Schaefer & Companions, the refined elegance and exceptional quality of leather goods manufacturing with the Italian brand BIAGINI, the elegance and prestige with the luxury Italian fashion house Brunello Cucinelli with the shopping platform MYTHERESA, as well as the unique quality of Italian craftsmanship with the iconic footwear and leather goods brand Fratelli Rossetti, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal summer outfit!

See you soon and continue our fashion adventures on the Mr.M blog! How did you like my outfit today? I really tried my best to prepare today’s post with lots of love and I hope you like it!

If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or any message for me, you can write me below in the comments. Of course, as always, you can contact me via email or social media channels, which you can find on the CONTACT page. I’ll see you soon!

With Love,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by BIAGINI, Brunello Cucinelli (via MYTHERESA), Schaefer & Companions and Fratelli Rossetti brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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WOOYOUNGMI: The New South Korean Definition of Urban and Edgy Elegance…

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My dear fashionistas, welcome to a new fashion story on the Mr.M blog. I hope you are well and ready for a new dose of fashion. We start today’s fashion adventure with new friends of the Mr.M blog, an unusual South Korean fashion brand that chose the heart of France in the city of light, fashion and love – Paris for its development in the world of fashion. This at first glance unusual fashion brand has found its way to true fashion lovers and due to its great success it is at the very top of the fashion scene – Wooyoungmi.

WOOYOUNGMI is a South Korean menswear brand launched in Paris by designer Youngmi Woo in 2002. The creative duo once stated that art and architecture are the main sources of inspiration for the brand. Since the brand’s inception, WOOYOUNGMI has cemented itself as a major global contender for designer menswear. Despite being Korean, they found that the French capital would better suit their aesthetic and growing ambitions. After 22 years of continuous success, Ms. Woo and her daughter and co-creative director of the brand, Katie Chung, are constantly striving to give new fashion definitions to the WOOYOUNGMI man and achieving a good fashion and life balance. Interestingly, WOOYOUNGMI is the first menswear brand in South Korea headed by women as creative directors.

Youngmi Woo was born in Seoul, South Korea in 1959. Her father was the head of an architectural firm, which allowed her to travel a lot, bringing home international magazines, which the young Youngmi studied, becoming curious about the world outside of Korea. Together with her mother, who taught both art and piano, they did their best to use what they had to provide a creative environment for their five children. She studied fashion at Sungkyunkwan University in Seoul. After graduating in 1983, she was chosen to represent Korea at the Japan International Fashion Contest in Osaka where she won.

Not long after, in 1988, Ms. Youngmi Woo launched the menswear brand Solid Homme, starting with a single store. Today, there are 21 stores opened in cooperation with the Hyundai Group, as well as others with Lotte, Shinsegae and Galleria. A few years later, in 1993, Ms. Woo and her young designer friends started “New Wave”, as a platform for young designers to showcase their work. This paved the way for today’s Seoul Fashion Week. Designer Youngmi Woo founded her eponymous brand WOOYOUNGMI in 2002 in Paris. She has always wanted to start a brand that allows her the freedom to design for her vision of her ideal man.

The WOOYOUNGMI brand has been showing at Paris Menswear Week since 2003. A few years later, in mid-2011, the WOOYOUNGMI brand became an official member of La Chambre Sindicale de la Mode Masculine. Also in the same year, the brand collaborated with London department store Selfridges on the “My Coat, My Gift” event, where five young London creatives were asked to redesign the best-selling coat no. 51. The resulting designs were exhibited in a special pop-up at Selfridges, with a percentage of the coat’s sales during the event being donated to charity.

The following year, in 2012, under the artistic direction of daughter Katie Chung, WOOYOUNGMI began collaborating with artists to create their advertising campaigns. Artists who participated in this project, to name a few, are sculptor Guerra de la Paz and Korean artist Osang Gwon with her unique blend of sculpture and photography, and painter Clemens Krauss. Not long after, in 2014, WOOYOUNGMI launched a special capsule collection with the online shopping platform Mr Porter. In September of the same year, Youngmi Woo was named one of the 500 people shaping the global fashion industry by Business of Fashion in its “BoF 500”. Katie Chung, her daughter, was named joint creative director in 2014 and presented her first collection in June 2014 as part of the Spring-Summer 2015 collection.

Since its launch, the brand has broken into the Western market with high-end retailers such as Selfridges in London and Bon Marche in Paris, WOOYOUNGMI has established itself as a leading Korean men’s brand in Europe.

In today’s fashion story, you have the opportunity to see two interesting fashion pieces from the WOOYOUNGMI SS24 collection. The short-sleeved shirt has a white base with blue stripes in light blue and blue shades. High-waist pants are a special piece that I had the opportunity to see this summer, I have not had the opportunity to try this model of pants with many striking pieces. Apart from the model, the material and the very texture of the material is special and I liked that the material is light and does not wrinkle.

If you want to stay updated and find out what new products WOOYOUNGMI has prepared for us in the new FW24/25 fashion season, follow this incredible fashion house on Facebook and Instagram.

Today’s fashion adventure continues with new friends of the Mr.M blog, a young and innovative exclusive Swiss watch brand that I’m sure you’ll love at first sight! In one of the previous stories, I wrote more details about this brand, and I advise you to spare a few minutes and read the story at the following LINK.

DONE is proof that all dreams can become reality, if you really believe in yourself and constantly work on yourself. I believe that there are a large number of watch lovers who realize and understand how difficult it really is to start your own watch brand and that it is every watchmaker’s dream to create their own watch brand one day. In the past, it was almost an impossible mission, but with the emergence of platforms where you can present your project and request financial assistance to achieve your business goals, anything is possible.

Crowdfunding platforms have taken on a very special importance during the last couple of years, especially in the watch industry. While in the past an extremely large amount of capital was required, today there is an almost endless community of watch enthusiasts from all over the world who could help you make your dreams come true. The best thing about it: if watch enthusiasts like your project, many of them are willing to financially support the project before the official start of production even begins.

That’s exactly what Mr. Thierry Clottu managed to do, when he completed an impressive Kickstarter campaign in July 2016. When he successfully raised the financial means for making watches, he set about creating his own watchmaking brand, which he had been dreaming about for years.

Mr. Clottu started making his dreams come true in 2015, when he made the first sketches for his new project. As an experienced microtechnology engineer and after more than 10 years of product development experience for many well-known luxury watch brands, he decided to finally commit to his own long-awaited dream of his own watch brand.

By the way, the name “DONE Watches” has a double meaning: on the one hand, it represents the founder’s personal challenge to create a successful watch brand himself, that is, to actually do it. On the other hand, the name alludes to the region of the brand’s birth, located in Neuchâtel, Switzerland – Done in Neuchâtel.

Mr. Clottu has already successfully established three watch collections, which are called Classic, Skeleton and Automatic. The story of this unusual Swiss brand DONE watches began in 2016, with the “MECHANICA ME1A” from the Classic series, a sporty-elegant everyday watch with a small second at 9 o’clock and a beautifully decorated hand-wound caliber.

Automatic three-handers, on the other hand, are significantly more timeless, with only a classic date window at 3 o’clock and available in 40mm (men’s) and 36mm (women’s) diameters. For those who prefer something a little more extravagant on their wrist, Clottu has developed the elegant Skeleton models, which boast an open caliber and DLC coating.

In today’s fashion story, I have the great honor and pleasure to present you the newest model of the DONE watch MECHANICA B03 in a special limited edition of 50 pieces. After the great sales success of the MECHANICA B01 and MECHANICA B02 models, the DONE brand is pleased to present the MECHANICA B03 model at this year’s Time to Watches.

The MECHANICA B03 model uses the same aesthetic codes as its predecessors, but in shades
clearer and more concrete. Its silver movement brings a beautiful depth to this watch which then fully reveals its movement in complete transparency. The B03 proudly displays its case diameter of 43.8 mm with an overall thickness of 10.9 mm. Because it is extremely thin and light, trust me I forgot I had this watch on my wrist.

When I discovered this convenience, I realized that the high quality of the execution of its components stands out, both in terms of the level of construction of the case, as well as in the “in-house” manual-wound caliber itself. The founder’s main motto when creating this new DONE model was: “True beauty comes from within!”. Therefore, the new MECHANICA B03 model has the famous basic movement ETA 6497-1 due to its reliability and precision, in this model processed in a skeletonized cut of bridges and a modern design. This watch is the result of dedicated work where we obtained exceptional design results in order to harmonize the whole for a clean and timeless result.

Technical Information:

Case Diameter: 43,8mm

Case Thickness: 10,9mm

Case Material: Grade 5 Titanium

Water Resistance: 10 ATM (100m)

Crystals: Saphire, anti reflective coating

Movement: Skeleton, ETA 6497-1, hand-winding, design done in house

Power reserve: 46

Strap material: Blue FKM rubber

Strap buckle: Titanium bi-blade folding clasp

Packaging: Leather travel case that accommodates up to 3 watches

Price: 3850 CHF (approx. 4000 Euros)

In the outstanding offer of the DONE brand, you can also find other models of watches for men and women. If you want to stay updated and find out what novelties the DONE watches brand has to offer us, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

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Shirt: WOOYOUNGMI 

Watch: DONE

Trousers: WOOYOUNGMI

Loafers: Fratelli Rossetti

Today’s fashion adventure ends with old well-known friends of Mr.M blog – Fratelli Rossetti. This Italian footwear brand that I’m sure everyone recognizes for their comfortable shoes that are made from the highest quality materials Fratelli Rossetti footwear is fantastic for the reason that this brand makes classic shoes that are elegant and simply unbeatable, shoes for all time! You had the chance to see their most famous model, the Brera, in my Jordan fashion stories.

What is the story of this brand? In the middle of the 20th century, more precisely in 1945, Mr. Renzo Rossetti started his story from scratch, where he worked alone to cut leather for several types of sports shoes. His shoes were sold at the famous Brigatti store in Milan, one of the few remaining stores of its kind in the city. After a few years, Fratelli Rossetti saw success, but, wanting to develop further, they transferred the brands and equipment for this special production to Atala Sport in Padua.

Fratelli Rossetti has a long tradition of “big little innovations”. In this company, tradition and quality have always gone hand in hand with insatiable curiosity and commitment to innovation. From the introduction of tassels and the invention of shoes designed to be worn without socks, to stylistic innovations and the launch of the “masculine” style, to the application of colors in unique chromatic shades. It was Renzo Rossetti who emphasized the importance of embracing new materials, styles and shapes: as early as the 60s, he was already experimenting with different color combinations on leather. Today, the company continues its research and development activities thanks to the knowledge of its craftsmen and the creative spirit of the styling department.

Fratelli Rossetti in its collections for men has timeless classic lines that you can find all year in their offer, some of the models are: Brera, Brera Sport, Hobo Sport, Yacht, La Giusta. 

In today’s post, I present one of the iconic Brera models. Brera is the bohemian quarter of Milan where, in the sixties of the last century, sculptors, painters and writers struggled to leave their mark with a new language and new forms. The liberal and cosmopolitan spirit was the source of inspiration for “Brera”, a moccasin with tassels, a style revolution in a country that is just rediscovering its joy of life. Brera combines different materials and colors as a true work of art. The special composition of materials and shapes makes moccasins a successful chapter in the history of Fratelli Rossetti.

Today you have the opportunity to see a special summer version of the famous Brera loafers in shades of blue, made of soft closed-weave material. Special high-quality processing and production. These moccasins have a hand-dyed leather sole. The shoes are handmade in Italy, like all other Fratelli Rossetti shoes.

If you want to stay freshly updated and find out which models of shoes and leather goods the Fratelli Rossetti brand has in its offer, visit their official online store and follow them on the social networks Facebook and Instagram.

My dear fashionistas, we have come to the end of another summer fashion story, where together we discovered the beauty and brilliance of sporty urban elegance with the luxurious South Korean fashion house WOOYOUNGMI, the beauty of the new revolutionary and special Swiss watch brand DONE, as well as the unique quality of Italian craftsmanship with iconic by the Fratelli Rossetti brand of footwear and leather goods, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal summer outfit!

See you soon and continue our fashion adventures on the Mr.M blog! How did you like my outfit today? I really tried my best to prepare today’s post with lots of love and I hope you like it!

If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or any message for me, you can write me below in the comments. Of course, as always, you can contact me via email or social media channels, which you can find on the CONTACT page. I’ll see you soon!

With Love,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by WOOYOUNGMI, DONE and Fratelli Rossetti brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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Brunello Cucinelli: Simplicity is a Key of the Ultimate Perfection…

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My dear fashionistas, welcome to a new fashion story on the Mr.M blog. I hope you are well and ready for a new dose of fashion. We start today’s fashion adventure with old friends of the Mr.M blog, an iconic and wide famous Italian fashion house that is at the very top of the fashion scene – Brunello Cucinelli.

Today we continue the story of the ecommerce platform MYTHERESA, as well as the brands available on this platform. I believe many of you have heard about MYTHERESA shopping platform on Mr.M blog, but I would like to introduce you to this electronic fashion paradise. MYTHERESA is one of the leading global luxury e-commerce platforms operating in over 130 countries. Founded as a boutique in 1987, MYTHERESA launched online in 2006 and offers ready-to-wear, shoes, bags and accessories for women, men and children, as well as lifestyle products.

The MYTHERESA online store was founded in 2006 by Susanne and Christoph Botschen and is connected to the multi-brand store in Munich (formerly the THERESA store). In 2014, the THERESA store and mytheresa.com were acquired by the American luxury retailer Neiman Marcus for €150 million, giving Neiman Marcus greater access to international customers and strengthening their e-commerce technology.

During Neiman Marcus’ bankruptcy in 2020, the company began the process of spinning off Mytheresa as an independent entity. In January 2019, Mytheresa launched a children’s clothing category, and in January 2020, Mytheresa Men was launched. In May 2022, a new homeware and lifestyle category followed. In 2022, Mytheresa expanded its luxury offering to include home decor and lifestyle products.

The novelty they presented this year is the launch of certified second-hand watches from over 25 luxury brands, such as Audemars Piguet and Cartier, in cooperation with the Swiss jewelry and watch company Bucherer. As a global retailer, Mytheresa operates in 8 languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese and Korean.

In today’s post, you will see some fashion pieces from Brunello Cucinelli brand that you can find on the MYTHERESA online shopping platform.

Fashion pieces from the Brunello Cucinelli collection are made so that they can last for seasons and years with the guarantee that you can leave something of exceptional quality to your descendants with a timeless cut that will always be fashionable. Each manufactured piece is designed so that it does not follow blind trends, but on the contrary remains its own and consistent with the style of timeless elegance and refinement. Brunello Cucinelli is a brand that cherishes the values of “quiet luxury”, that’s why you’ll never see an aggressive brand logo on their clothes, leather goods or other fashion accessories, but the design and material will tell the story for themselves.

Brunello Cucinelli is an Italian luxury fashion brand that sells menswear, womenswear and accessories in Europe, North America and East Asia. The company was founded by Mr. Brunello Cucinelli in 1978. Mr. Cucinelli started his fashion house in 1978 specializing in Mongolian cashmere clothing for women. Today, the company owns 94 of the 124 stores worldwide. A few years ago, more precisely in January 2017, the company launched its online web store.

Mr. Cucinelli controls and manages the brand through Fedone Srl. Cucinelli’s family fund owns 57% of the company’s shares, and has also set up a special fund for the benefit of his daughters, Camilla and Carolina, to guarantee the proper handover of his eponymous company. This is an inspiring fashion story about a family.

OUTFIT

Linen Shirt: Brunello Cucinelli via MYTHERESA Men

Trousers: Brunello Cucinelli via MYTHERESA Men

Backpack: BIAGINI

Loafers: Fratelli Rossetti

An impressive fact is that the company headquarters is located in a 14th-century castle on top of a hill in the middle of Umbria, an area known as the “green heart” of Italy. Brunello Cucinelli donates 20% of profits to its charitable foundation and pays workers wages that are 20% higher than the fashion industry average. Also interesting information is that the employees of the company have extremely flexible working hours and that e-mails are not allowed after working hours. This is one of the few fashion houses that have such good working conditions, which is commendable in today’s age of classical capitalism.

My outfit today is adorned with two pieces of clothing from the latest Brunello Cucinelli’s SS24 collection, which are this beautiful white linen shirt and linen – silk blend trousers. The linen shirt is a piece that can be found in every Brunello Cucinelli collection and is a timeless classic, you simply can never go wrong with a white linen shirt. Light summer pants are something I really love to wear and I usually wear linen pants, but this time I opted for pants that are an ideal blend of the two best summer materials such as silk and linen. With this model of trousers, my heart was won by the interesting cut and wider legs, as well as the detail of emphasising the waist.

If you want to stay updated and find out what iconic Italian fashion house Brunello Cucinelli has prepared for us this fashion season, follow this brand on social media: Facebook and Instagram.

Biagini is one of those traditional Italian artisanal brands that has managed to easily develop and become recognizable throughout Europe and the world without losing its authenticity. Founded in 1968, it is a real family project in which everyone has a part of the credit for the great success because the soul of this brand is made up of people, starting with the founder Alberto Amidei, who takes care of production supervision, his wife Enza, who is in charge of quality control, and both have passed their passion on to their three children: daughter Elisa, who takes care of the company and commercial management, and Valentina, who is responsible for the development of the women’s collection, while son Luca, takes care of the management of the small leather goods department and the development of the men’s collection.

The Biagini brand is rooted in the tradition of leather craftsmanship and continues to constantly conduct thorough research into materials, which are locally produced and specially hand-painted according to the brand’s conceptual designs. In addition to respecting the heritage, the brand carries a truly contemporary creative soul. Biagini’s creative team play with geometries, such as the iconic curved lines inspired by waves, experiment with textures, be it soft hood, raw canvas, python or crocodile leather, have fun with color, exploring a palette of neutral tones as well as a palette of bright hues .

What is the story of this unusual prestigious brand of leather goods? Biagini, a brand born in Bologna in 1968, originally called “Silvano Biagini”, was acquired in 1999 by the Modenese Amidei family.

Eclectic, vibrant and timeless, this brand is evolving, introducing a men’s collection in 2009 and 2013, changing headquarters, expanding its production facilities and creating a showroom, inspired by Italian design in the 60s and 70s, a period in which the spirit of the Biagini brand received its true and true form.

The turning point for the Biagini brand was the year 2018, when the showroom in Milan was officially opened, a space in the very heart of the city, ideal for international customers who have come to love and faithfully follow the work of this brand. Two years later, in 2020, the first boutique was opened in the seaside resort of Milano Maritima. Not long after, in 2021, thanks to young management and a new creative team, there is a strong need to renew the brand, to introduce freshness and lightness, starting with the name that becomes BIAGINI. Thus begins a new story for a company from Modena that decides to reinvent itself, combining a long artisanal tradition with a new, young and contemporary look.

BIAGINI is a family story with over 40 years of work, Mr. Alberto Amidei once said: “Continuity is the greatest hope for a wonderful work that requires constancy, dedication, will and endless passion.”

The philosophy of the BIAGINI brand is based on authenticity, a passion that is in constant dialogue with craft, their connection is ancient and current that is constantly evolving.

The starting point of the BIAGINI team’s research is the material, starting with detailed research and selection of fine leather, selected from among the best Italian tanners who meet high quality standards. The most precious leathers are hand dyed, and each stage of processing takes place in accordance with international regulations and standards. The entire creative and productive process takes place in the BIAGINI laboratory in Modena, home of the brand. The ability to be present in every creative and productive phase of the product allows the company direct, easy and dynamic management.

The BIAGINI workshop becomes the scene of continuous experimentation with colors and shapes, which allow the BIAGINI team to shape unique and precious artifacts, a sincere expression of love for the art of leather goods.

In today’s fashion story, I present to you a backpack from the BIAGINI collection, the Tower Dubaimodel, made of the finest leather in combination with crocodile skin in a beautiful shade of cognac color. The backpack is handmade 100% “Made in Italy”. The backpack is decorated with an external pocket made of crocodile skin with a zipper. The interior of the backpack is extremely spacious and has a pocket with a zipper.

To ensure the comfort and convenience of the backpack on your back there are adjustable leather shoulder straps and a leather handle made of real crocodile skin. All metal accessories on the backpack are neutral silver. In terms of dimensions, this is a true men’s backpack of medium size, measuring: height 39 cm – length 33 cm and depth 19 cm.

If you want to stay updated and find out what all the novelties BIAGINI has to offer us this fashion season, follow this unusual Italian brand of luxury leather goods on Facebook and Instagram.

We will finish today’s fashion adventure with old well-known friends of Mr.M blog – Fratelli Rossetti. This Italian footwear brand that I’m sure everyone recognizes for their comfortable shoes that are made from the highest quality materials Fratelli Rossetti footwear is fantastic for the reason that this brand makes classic shoes that are elegant and simply unbeatable, shoes for all time! You had the chance to see their most famous model, the Brera, in my Jordan fashion stories.

What is the story of this brand? In the middle of the 20th century, more precisely in 1945, Mr. Renzo Rossetti started his story from scratch, where he worked alone to cut leather for several types of sports shoes. His shoes were sold at the famous Brigatti store in Milan, one of the few remaining stores of its kind in the city. After a few years, Fratelli Rossetti saw success, but, wanting to develop further, they transferred the brands and equipment for this special production to Atala Sport in Padua.

So they decided to start their story again from the beginning and decided to switch to the production of classic shoes. Those were the years between 1952 and 1957, which witnessed the orientation and acquisition of new skills in the creation of women’s ballet flats and elegant, simple men’s footwear characterized by extremely flexible and high-quality workmanship. All this led to the creation of a small collection of men’s shoes with contours that differed from the various styles sold at the time. Renzo Rossetti consequently engaged in work that demonstrated his aesthetic sense and artistic perfectionism.

The story of the Fratelli Rossetti company is an inspiring story of a successful Italian family business that opened its doors in 1953. This is not just an ordinary company story, but a family story: the founder, Renzo Rossetti, and his wife, Lisetta, were dedicated to their work all their lives. The Fratelli Rossetti company is currently run by the second generation of the Rossetti family, the brothers Diego, Dario and Luca, who, due to their different roles and by developing their own different skills, have successfully brought their company to its 60th anniversary, always in search of quality and united by their passion with strict respect for tradition.

Fratelli Rossetti in its collections for men has timeless classic lines that you can find all year in their offer, some of the models are: Brera, Brera Sport, Hobo Sport, Yacht, La Giusta and the new line that you will get to know today – Green Side.

The Fratelli Rossetti Green Side line marks an important step on the way to respecting and sustaining the environment. The project begins with the launch of sports slippers that never neglect the historical values of the Fratelli Rossetti world, such as handwork and tradition. From the Spring-Summer 2023 collection, Green Side also conquers the festive line with one of the most representative models: the iconic Brera moccasins, which in this version stand out for their hand-knit mask with crochet technique, suede upper made of recycled material. material and for the sole made of recycled leather. In the slipper model, the sole is made entirely of natural latex, which makes the shoe versatile and comfortable. For both proposals, the inner lining is made of natural bamboo fibers and the removable insole is made entirely of Pet fibers, which guarantee high breath-ability and optimal moisture absorption. The cotton stitching is particularly impressive, emphasizing the appeal of the handmade product.

In today’s post, I present one of the Brera models. Brera is the bohemian quarter of Milan where, in the sixties of the last century, sculptors, painters and writers struggled to leave their mark with a new language and new forms. The liberal and cosmopolitan spirit was the source of inspiration for “Brera”, a moccasin with tassels, a style revolution in a country that is just rediscovering its joy of life. Brera combines different materials and colors as a true work of art. The special composition of materials and shapes makes moccasins a successful chapter in the history of Fratelli Rossetti.

Based on environmental awareness, sustainability and craftsmanship, this Brera moccasin model from the Green Side project is also reflected in the iconic value and beauty of the Brera moccasin. The loafers you can see in today’s post are made of soft suede and have a hand-crocheted penny bridge, which emphasizes the exclusivity of Brera moccasins. These moccasins have a leather sole.

If you want to stay freshly updated and find out which models of shoes and leather goods the Fratelli Rossetti brand has in its offer, visit their official online store and follow them on the social networks Facebook and Instagram.

My dear fashionistas, we have come to the end of another summer fashion story, where together we discovered the beauty and splendor of refined elegance and exceptional quality of leather goods production with the Italian brand BIAGINI, elegance and prestige with the luxurious Italian fashion house Brunello Cucinelli with the ease of shopping on e-commerce MYTHERESA shopping platform, as well as the beauty of the true Italian footwear and leather goods brand Fratelli Rossetti, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal summer outfit!

See you soon and continue our fashion adventures on the Mr.M blog! How did you like my outfit today? I really tried my best to prepare today’s post with lots of love and I hope you like it!

If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or any message for me, you can write me below in the comments. Of course, as always, you can contact me via email or social media channels, which you can find on the CONTACT page. I’ll see you soon!

With Love,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by BIAGINI, Brunello Cucinelli (MYTHERESA) and Fratelli Rossetti brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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Vince: Understated Concept of Everyday Luxury Essentials…

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My dear fashionistas, welcome to a new fashion story on the Mr.M blog. I hope you are well and ready for a new dose of fashion. We start today’s fashion adventure with new friends of the Mr.M blog, an interesting fashion brand from California that cultivates a concept of everyday luxury essentials that I’m sure you’ll love at first sight!

Vince is a brand that creates “understated luxury from California”. Their design atelier was founded in Los Angeles to capture the legendary freedom and effortless allure of coastal living. Enduring materials – rich, buttery leather, plush cashmere, glowing silk and the softest wool, are executed with exquisite precision and nuanced details that make each piece feel like a personal gift.

A quiet sophistication is found in all their creations which are true little heroes, moving with ease through spaces, seasons, occasions and phases of one’s life. All creations differ in texture, color and pattern. Since the brand’s inception in 2002, every addition to the women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, fashion accessories and home collection has been made to inspire timeless confidence, allowing us to think more clearly and creatively to help us create an image of true luxury and simplicity. This is the conceptual vision and work concept of the Vince brand.

Vince is a brand that uses unparalleled quality materials and meticulous craftsmanship to create their products, which set the foundation for their women’s and men’s collections. All yarns and fabrics are sourced from Italy, Japan and beyond to produce the highest quality cashmere, silk and leather that is resistant to wear and tear and weather. Saturation is enhanced and softened until perfect color is achieved, and detail is refined down to the last stitch.

Clothing items are created to live in, to spend time wearing each silhouette, but also to feel good in that wardrobe. What materials does the Vince brand use in the production process?

Cashmere
Vince has been making items from their signature, ultra-soft cashmere with the same Mongolian and Chinese cashmere goats and in the same factory since they were founded in 2002. Sourcing only long fibers for the softest sweaters possible, over 20 years of working with their cashmere factory has allowed them to customize every step of the process for the most luxurious and essential products, weight, color, tension and finish.

Their design team pays close attention to every detail of the design: every seam is precisely made, every edge is fully formed – the sign of a true luxury sweater.

Silk
Vince’s signature silk was chosen for its unparalleled luster and dream weight: supple, fluid drape delivered in a feathery feel. The crepe lining provides a hint of structure for the fit that follows, but never clings to the body. Their silks continue to grace Vince’s timeless blouses, bias-cut dresses and effortless skirts in an ever-changing spectrum of hues.

Leather
Vince design team hand-select soft, buttery lambskin leather in Italy, France and Turkey for the fewest seams possible and a natural, semi-matte finish to ensure lasting quality. Each selected piece lends refined drape to Vince’s luxurious skirts and blazers, and supple structure to more sculptural trousers and blouses.

In quietly unexpected hues and classic neutrals, Vince leather is often lined with soft twill for calibrated comfort and always finished with color-coordinated hand-dyed trim. The result: forever wardrobe essentials that stand the test of time, trends and taste.

Pima Cotton
Pima is the softest and smoothest cotton because of the extra long cotton fibers used to make it. The Vince team further refines by calibrating the ideal weight, as light as possible for the most elegant finish with enough weight for opaque coverage in Peru, where they have been producing their pima cotton for over a decade.

Fewer longer fibers also make pima cotton extra shiny and durable, able to maintain the color and integrity of the material through multiple washes to keep it looking as beautiful as when it was purchased.

In today’s post, you have the opportunity to see two products from the latest Vince SS24 collection: a hand-painted silk shirt and lightweight navy linen trousers. Both pieces are so perfectly designed that you can make the most of the summer period, unhindered without the obstacles that sometimes the clothes themselves can make more difficult.

This shirt is definitely one of the fashion pieces that marked this summer due to its texture and print that was obtained by hand painting silk. On the other hand, the simplicity and elegance of timeless linen, as well as the dark color itself, is just an addition to this refreshing summer outfit.

If you want to stay updated and find out what unique fashion pieces the Vince brand has in its offer, visit their official online store and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Shirt: Vince

Watch: ENVISION

Trousers: Vince

Sneakers: Lanvin via MYTHERESA Men

We continue today’s fashion adventure with new friends of the Mr.M blog that you had the opportunity to meet in one of the previous stories. ENVISION is an interesting watch brand that is proof of Italian perfect design and Swiss precision! Envision is an Italian brand born from the vision of its founder and designer Alessandro Bambini in the productive heart of Italy – Modena, whose passion for watchmaking leads to the creation of wristwatches made in Switzerland with highly innovative designs.

ENVISION aims not only to create watches, but also to design wearable works of art that can seamlessly integrate into the rhythm of modern life and evoke emotions even in the brief moment when we look at the time on our wrist. The ENVISION brand originates from Modena, in the productive heart of Italy, the land of elegance and innovation, with the aim of creating unique and stunning timepieces that embody the art and craftsmanship of Swiss watchmaking.

In the vast and competitive landscape of watchmaking, creating something truly unique and new is an extremely ambitious challenge. That is why every ENVISION model is the result of many years of study and research. However, that alone is not enough. Offering products with avant-garde lines without ensuring that the quality meets expectations would be a challenge lost from the start. That’s why ENVISION makes sure that every watch it creates meets the high standards they set for their brand, while ensuring timely and attentive customer support.

Today I will introduce you to Prisma, the first creation of the Envision brand that deeply embodies the vision of this exceptional Italian watch brand.

A masterful blend of Italian design and Swiss technology, Prisma represents the pinnacle of watchmaking art. Packed with a Sellita SV200-1 automatic mechanical movement tuned by the Envision team, a stainless steel case and sapphire crystal, a Prisma Sapphire Blue ​​blue dial with a sunray finish and an integrated stainless steel bracelet, this watch is the perfection of luxury in every detail that will grace your wrist. This watch represents an uncompromising choice of style and precision.

The 316L stainless steel case surrounds a high-quality sapphire crystal that features a prismatic cut that captures light beautifully. Each reflection creates a play of light, color and shadow, giving the watch a unique and attractive look.

An expansive dial with a sunburst finish, applied indexes expertly crafted with alternating polished and satin finishes, and glossy dauphin hands all contribute to a unique wrist experience unlike anything we’re used to.

What adorns the Envision Prisma watch model is the innovative integrated bracelet that extends around the case. Each link, crafted with care and dedication, is a continuation of the ends of the case, encompassing the wrist until it reaches the opening clasp that subtly displays the brand’s engraving. Each component, created with care and passion, undergoes rigorous checks by the Envision expert team to ensure quality and durability.

Inside each Prisma’s case beats the Swiss automatic heart, the Sellita movement, which needs no introduction. With 26 jewels, a frequency of 28,800 A/h set internally by the Envision team, and a power reserve of 38 hours, it ensures Swiss reliability and precision.

In addition to Prisma Sapphire Blue, Envision has 3 more colors in its offer: Prisma Space Gray, Prisma Emerald Green, Prisma Ruby Red. In the following fashion stories, I will also introduce you to the Envision Prisma Sapphire Blue!

I’m sure you want to stay updated and find out what all the models Envision watch brand has prepared us, visit their official online store and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Lanvin is a French luxury fashion house based in Paris. Founded in 1889 by Jeanne Lanvin, it is the oldest French fashion house still in operation. Since 2018, it has been a subsidiary of the Lanvin Group based in Shanghai. The House of Lanvin was named after its founder Jeanne Lanvin in 1889. Lanvin was founded in 1867 and opened its first store in rue du Marche Saint Honore in 1885.

Lanvin made clothes for her daughter Marie-Blanche de Polignac, which began to attract the attention of many wealthy people, who were looking for creations for their children. Soon Lanvin was making dresses for their mothers, who were included in the clientele of her new boutique on rue Faubourg Saint-Honore in Paris. In 1909, Lanvin joined the Syndicat de la Couture, marking her formal status as a couturier. The Lanvin logo was inspired by a photograph taken of Jeanne Lanvin while attending a ball with her daughter in 1907. As Albert Elbaz said, “It is not a lion and it is not a horse. It’s mother and daughter, I find the logo very emotional.” Since 1923, the Lanvin empire has included a paint factory in Nanterre.

When Lanvin died in 1946, ownership of the company passed to her daughter Marguerite, who shared the management of the company from 1942 with a cousin, then an expert in the fashion industry. Since Marie-Blanche de Polignac was childless when she died in 1958, ownership of the House of Lanvin went to a cousin, Yves Lanvin. From the mid-1960s until the takeover by L’Oreal in 1996, Lanvin was led by Bernard Lanvin. The export department was in the original factory in Nanterre where all the perfumes were produced and bottled. The administrative seat was in Paris. In 1979, Lanvin bought its independence from Squibb USA and Paris organized a major PR promotional tour in the United States that same year. Midland Bank bought a stake in the company from the family in March 1989 and hired Leon Bressler to restore the firm’s faded image. However, in February 1990, Midland folded and sold Lanvin to Orcofa, a French holding company run by the Vuitton family.

In today’s post you have the opportunity to see their new model of Bumper sneakers that are completely made in white leather. This model exists in various variations and combinations of materials and each sneaker is unique and unusual.

My dear fashionistas, we have come to the end of another summer fashion story, where together we discovered the beauty and splendor of American quiet luxury fashion with the cult fashion house Vince, elegance with the luxury Italian watch brand ENVISION, as well as the prestige of sports elegance with the luxury French brand Lanvin in cooperation with the luxury online shopping platform MYTHERESA Men, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal summer outfit!

See you soon and continue our fashion adventures on the Mr.M blog! How did you like my outfit today? I really tried my best to prepare today’s post with lots of love and I hope you like it!

If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or any message for me, you can write me below in the comments. Of course, as always, you can contact me via email or social media channels, which you can find on the CONTACT page. I’ll see you soon!

With Love,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by Vince, Envision brands as well as Lanvin brand in collaboration with MYTHERESA luxury e-commerce shopping platform for clothing and fashion accessories. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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