One Of The Most Stylish Man Ever...

Below: Mr Sexy Dreamy Eyed, Milan Vukmirovic


Below: Milan Vukmirovic and his scarf (Must be Hermès!)

1) Lanvin Sneakers
"They took a converse trainer and added unexpected matches of colours and materials, like satin and velvet. I like 'em in low or hi (tops), though sometimes they get too funky."

2) Trussardi 1911 Camouflage Weekend Bag
"I was looking for a monogram for the brand - something like Louis Vuitton's LV, but more discreet. Camouflage worked, and it's very masculine."

3) Hermès Losange Scarf
"This is something I've been wearing for the last six months - sometimes I sleep in it. It's thin, cashmere, and comes in five or six colours. I have almost all of them; I can't live without it." (Hello Mr Vukmirovic..LV beat you to it, they got the monogramouflage...so your camo print is no longer exclusive anymore:-( This looks so LV Keepall, to be honest. Great minds think alike?:-P )

4) Prada Trolley Travel Bag
"If you've seen me in the last three years, I probably had one with me. I just bought my third. I put all my camera stuff in there - They're the best in the world."

Milan Vukmirovic

One of the most stylish guys in my opinion. I love what he did for L'Officiel Homme magazine. Armed with experiences in Gucci and Jil Sander( He was Creative director for a few seasons before Raf Simons), he was also co-founder and creative director of ultra chic Colette in Paris. At present, Milan has recently been appointed the task of revamping the long time brand of Trussardi 1911. Check out his collections for next Spring Summer 2009, although nothing too outstanding, it is very wearable and chic.

www.men.style.com has tapped into the mind of this very sexy man (Love his dreamy eyes) to ask him what his 10 essentials items are. A good list which I adore as well. Here's a few which I share the same sentiments.

Source: www.men.style.com

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Below: Milan Vukmirovic's style is always on trend and yet not trying too hard. From denim shorts with Navajo motifs...

Below: ...Plaid blazers and denim shirt combo...

Below: ...Crisp white shirt and Balmain Khaki Green Biker jeans (sexy chest Milan!)...

Below: ...Statement belts...

Below: ...Belted cardigans and knits...

Below: ...Alpine chic...

Below: ...Breton stripes... you name it, he can pull it off with such nonchalance and finesse...

Milan Vukmirovic: My Style Hero - Part Deux

Further to my previous post about my style hero, Trussardi Creative Director, Milan Vukmirovic here, I am happy to announce Tommy Ton of Jak And Jil has named him as one of the stylish males to watch out for during the upcoming fashion week.

Can't wait to see what Mr Milan will be inspiring us for the new fashion week month!

Source: GQ

The Material Boy #473

Below: Love these Trussardi 1911 Camouflage Print Canvas Laptop Cases... the tribal print jacquard fabric on the front makes it interesting and unique!

Below: As seen on the Spring Summer 2011 lookbook...

Below: Spotted at Milan Mens Fashion Week for SS2012 as well!

Trussardi 1911 Camouflage Print Canvas Laptop Case With Tribal Jacquard Fabric Insert

Speaking of man clutches or 'murses' inspiration... I am not obsessed with these SS2011 Trussardi 1911 Camouflage Canvas Laptop Case With Tribal Jacquard Fabric Insert. That touch of tribal pattern and colours juxtaposed with tough military camouflage pattern is unusual and interesting. Add some ethnic charm:-) It doubles up as a gorgeous and outstanding clutch, which I love.

Comes in 3 colours and retails for an affordable €250 and you also own a piece of Milan Vukmirovic's reign at Trussardi 1911. Fall Winter 2011 is his last collection. More reason to grab them. I love Milan Vukmirovic's take for the brand... unfortunately it's so short lived.

Below: Milan Vukmirovic at Milan Mens Fashion Week SS2012...

Source: Stockholm Streetstyle, Trussardi, Style

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Below: Must have from D&G's final menswear collection... This denim shirt with silk foulard scarf print panels are already on my wishlist. Especially after seeing Milan Vukmirovic wearing it during the recent SS2012 fashion week...

Milan Vukmirovic Wears D&G SS2012 Mens Silk Foulard Scarf Print Denim Shirt

The final collection for D&G sends out many statement making pieces down the final swan song for the brand. Silk scarf prints were the inspiration for SS2012. These fine intricate patterns were plastered all over shirts, trousers, distressed shorts and even footwear, creating a refreshing direction to modernise silk foulard prints. One of the pieces I have been eyeing is this Denim Shirt with the silk print panels on the shoulders. Now made even more desirable after seeing Milan Vukmirovic (my style idol) wearing it during the recent fashion week.

How could you not love something so rugged and casual, given a step up the cultural ladder, ala Baroque style? A more playful take on Versace? Anyhow, the shirt just flew right to top spot for my SS2012 wishlist.

(For new batch of mens streetstyle pictures captured by Tommy Ton over the recent Paris and Milan fashion week, go to my Facebook Fanpage. 'LIKE' my fanpage if you enjoy reading this post.)

Source: GQ, D&G

Inspiration of the day: Milan Vukmirovic

Milan Vukmirovic

This pic sends me a grin for the morning. I adore Milan Vukmirovic's immaculate masculine dressing. Not to mention, he is very pleasing to the eyes as well. I like his deep V neck knit, simple and not trying too hard. Style comes from within:-) Photographer, stylist and designer. A man of multiple talents. And I like his work at Trussardi.

Source: The Sartorialist

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Below: My style hero wearing my favourites jeans... Milan Vukmirovic wearing Balmain jeans... 'Balmainia' has gotten into one of the world's most stylish and sexy man! Grab your Balmains now!

Below: Balmain Homme Biker Jeans - Euro 1210...

Milan Vukmirovic Wears Balmain Jeans!

My favourite style hero wearing my favourite jeans... Milan Vukmirovic and Balmain... nothing can go wrong there.

Have you got your pair of Balmain Homme Jeans?

Love his style! He seems to look good on anything. And his signature eyewear are those Ray Bans!

(BTW, I need a gold watch. Works well with the navy colours that is all the rage now for guys.)

Source: Sartorialist, Balmain

Dries Van Noten Spring Summer 2015 Gio Vest With Bullion Embroidery

Below: In love with this Dries Van Noten Spring Summer 2015 Gio Vest... all that rich bullion embroidery and the ability to create 'warm-weather friendly' layered looks get my vote for investment piece of the season! Love how stylist Declan Chan looked with the vest during the recent Milan Mens Fashion Week... (Streetstyle image from JPMV)

 Below: One shoulder 'strap-on harness' design for a cool edgy style... Best of all, it can work with exisiting pieces from your wardrobe.

Below: As seen on Dries Van Noten's SS2015 runway...

Dries Van Noten Spring Summer 2015 Gio Vest with Bullion Embroidery

Spring Summer 2015 menswear has offered us boys a diverse range of looks that spoils us with choices for the new season. From sports theme tailored ensembles to skinny rock star boys... the possibilities are only limited to one’s imagination.

For me, I am looking for a standout piece that is different and unique, something easy to pull off and not scream ‘trying too hard’. Of course, warm-weather friendly is a must too. Sounds like a tall order? Perhaps... But not after browsing thru Dries Van Noten’s highly admirable collection for SS2015. I just found my ‘investment’ piece of the season.

If you observe the designer’s collection, there is one key piece that recurred in many looks, used more like an accessory rather than clothing. I am talking about the SS2015 Dries Van Noten’s Bullion Embroidered ‘Gio Vest’!

Interesting concept of a harness meets vest, this one shoulder strap-on blends ‘couture-ish’ details with fetish-like body straps (’Fetish flourish’ as Tim Blanks from Style.comreviewed). The Gio Vest may be a simple add on, but when worn, it creates that layered look we all so yearned during cold winter but can't over hot summer. The light weight piece eliminates need for excessive bulk and layers while the embroidered bullion details evoke richness and baroque charm... all at the same time maintaining a cool street edge. A useful piece that can work with existing wardrobe without needing to invest in a whole tonne of new pieces.

Just look at stylist Declan Chan (a streetstyle photographer’s favourite) during the recent Milan Mens Fashion Week... he wore the Gio Vest over a simple all-black look. The Gio Vest breaks the monotony and layers up perfectly over his blazer and T-shirt. Edgy layering effect that I love but sans the heavy bulk. (Milan Vukmirovic another of my style idol, wore a sporty bomber jacket with a similar attached harness for a fresh mix of couture chic and street appeal. But I prefer the vest as a separate.)

 The Gio vest is versatile enough that it also works with simple t-shirts, shirts or over blazers and coats. Imagine all the mileage you can get from this one outstanding piece. Best of all, Dries Van Noten can never go wrong! 

Convinced you need this? If your answer is YES:-P Head over to www.club21global.com which stocks the vest for USD992 or www.thecorner.com which retails for £570. 

Below: Milan Vukmirovic spotted in Paris with a similar look, in a bias zip closure bomber jacket with attached harness piece. Super chic!

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Source: Style, The Corner, Dries Van Noten, Club 21 Global

Mens Streetstyle At Milan Mens Fashion Week: Spring Summer 2014

Below: What the boys wore at Milan Mens Fashion Week SS2014... Which looks inspire you? I know Milan Vukmirovic is my style idol. Love him in his denim shirt with interesting ethnic embroidered shoulder details... Dolce & Gabbana's SS2013 full-on printed shirt is also outstanding!

 Below: Trainers are an indispensable style statement for men now... so get a pair the likes of Valentino's highly coveted Rockrunner trainers or sporty Nikes and New Balances...

What The Men Wore: Milan Mens Fashion Week Spring Summer 2014

Milan Fashion Week Spring Summer 2014 has come to a close... and what have the boys wore during the shows? I have collected many pictures from different streetstyle photographers to give us an insight into what’s favoured by fashion savvy guys this season.

There seems to many varied styles in Milan, unlike Pitti Uomo which is more sartorial. But one thing’s constant over both events, every fashion savvy guy needs a pair of trainers! Match with suits or chinos or shorts, it’s the go-to footwear to stay on trend. I especially love those Valentino Rockrunner Trainers for their luxurious designs in brilliant colours and camouflage pattern.

Prints are also rampant... be it subtle, like micro dots and shapes or all out brash with full on imagery. Portfolio bags are indispensable too. Boys just love their 'man clutches'. Which looks are inspiring you? All in all, dress right to show your personality and fit your body type. There's a thin line between fashionable and fashion victim. More importantly, feel confident and have fun, dressing up should be enjoyed and not frowned upon. (Also watch Mr Porter's clip (above) on what's spotted at Milan Fashion Week this season. Insightful)

Below: A well cut blazer is the perfect fashion week outfit! Navy colour is classic and can never go wrong:-) Or if you are getting more adventurous, try one with subtle prints...

 Below: Statement shoes are an easy way to update your wardrobe... Loving Andrea Pompilio's SS2013 Neon coloured trim tasselled loafers and Burberry Prorsum's metallic sandals...

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Source: Style, GQ, High Snobiety

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Below: Love this YSL Fall Winter 2010 Belted Cardigan (from Matches Fashion).. but at £920... I can only admire from a distance...

The Relaxed And Timeless Style Of Milan Vukmirovic

Milan Vukmirovic is my style hero. Not only is he a talented in stylist (L'Officiel Homme showcases his styling skills), designer (he designed and revamped Trussardi 1911 brand which I am loving more and more) and businessman (He was part of the founding team for Colette and owns the Webster store in Miami) but he is also pure eye candy and knows how to dress. Here's a collection of his outifts as documented by our most beloved street style photographer, The Sartorialist.

Milan's style is so effortless, not over-planned and yet feels so comfortable without being sloppy. The latest belted cardigan look could be one of the styles I am adopting for my upcoming Japan trip:-P I need a belted cardigan!

I am inspired:-P

Source: The Sartorialist

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Milan Vukmirovic And What Is His Belt(?)

As the Sartorialist puts it...the look (as shown above) of stylish and sexy Milan Vukmirovic is all about the BELT. And curious as I can be, I did some 'detective' work to uncover what belt is that, looks absolutely fab with it's ethnic woven design. Finally, I uncover the 'identity' of this lust worthy belt...it's none other than ultra french chic, YSL.

Love it. Anywhere to get it? (Besides The Webster Miami)

Source: Sartorialist, The Webster

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Below: (Click on all the pics to enlarge to see the details) Denim Shirts seems to be seen quite a lot in Milan now... look how it is layered under a casual look with leather blousons or formal look with blazers and scarf (I have that green Dries Van Noten scarf but in wine red!)

Below: Plaids in Milan...Italians know how to use patterns and colours according to Tommy Ton:-) I couldn't agree more...

Below: Modern dandys... work a double breasted blazer in a modern way, or carry a school boy satchel for optimal gentlemen chic!

Below: Raf Simon's very odd 'shoulder' coat from Fall Winter 2009 season on a real person! Never expect it to be worn by regular guys:-) The colour is indeed eye catching, as does the orange on the guy below. A little bold use of colour never hurts:-P

Below: Comfortable outerwear like you could have worn it at home...but made chic by stylish guys in Milan:-P I can never fault Milan Vukmirovic (the guy below) on his style. He looks good in almost everything, even a long waist strap cardigan!

Below: LV fans alert...soccer and bag, 2 in 1, does look cool on a real guy! YSL's leather tote is equally beautiful:-)

Below: Last of all, Fashion week brings some of the best looking guys onto the streets of the host cities... Garrett Neff and Sean O'pry in what they actually wear outside of modelling work...

Men In Milan: Fashion Week Fall Winter 2010

Besides all the new collections we get to see in Fashion Week, one of my most anticipated things for the event are the real people attending the shows in these fashion cities.

Real people are the best source of inspirations... what are actual guys dressing, what bag are they carrying, what trends are forming and what cute hotties can be seen...:-P

Jak and Jil was commissioned by GQ to document these real people during the Fall Winter 2010 season Men's Fashion Week... here's some of my favourites!

Source: GQ

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Below: Yellow yellow yellow... be bright and cheery this summer season! The boys in Italy love the colour...

 Below: Milan Vukmirovic is a good style benchmark... he always adopts the latest trends. Love his yellow trousers!

Below: Simon Marchetti, the buyer for Corner.com is a true male peacock.. and this summer season, he picks yellow as the colour to be seen with... Our very own Janie Chai from Singapore agrees too!

'Yellow Fever' This Summer!

Have you caught on the 'yellow fever' yet? If not, join 'yellow brigade' soon! The boys at Pitti Inmagine Uomo and Milan Fashion Week SS2013 seem to favour this cheery hue as their prime summer accent colour. From yellow bermudas, cardigans, pocket squares, trousers, shoes... yellow is everywhere... Even the girls are joining in this colour trend:-)

Ready to dig out all your yellow pieces this weekend?

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Source: Grazia IT, Lee Olivera, Style.com

My Shoe Collection #46

Below: Time for my sale shopping reveal! 1st up... new shoes from German Brand 'Schmid', as acquired from Blackjack!

Below: Cool sneakers in digitised camouflage print! I was looking for camouflage print shoes and found it now:-) I am amazed at how light weight these sneakers are... great for travelling.

Below: These Schmid Denver Sneakers has an interesting cut...notice the back of the shoe slopes down to the back, looked great on the ankles with socks or tuck nicely under pants:-)

Below: Designed by Peter Schmid who works for Puma and Donna Karen...

Below: My 'happy' feet...

Below: Camouflage prints are all the rage this summer... Even Milan Vukmirovic, Trussardi 1911's head deisgner approves of this pattern. I love Milan's style and his new SS2011 collection for Trussardi. I am happy that I can get into a bit of the 'camouflage craze' thru these shoes:-)

Schmid Denver Camouflage Print Canvas Sneakers

With sale season reaching an end very soon, it's time to reveal some of my sale shopping conquests!

Besides the Tsumori Chisato silver print bowtie I got from Blackjack (A multi label store in Singapore that stocks the most avant garde labels with a strong lineup of Japanese designers), I also got a pair of ultra light weight sneakers to replace my soon to be very worn out Junya Watanabe Converse shoes.

I love these lightweight trainers from German label, Schmid. U may not have heard of Schmid or Peter Schmid the designer, but I am positive you would have seen some of his creations, especially if you love Puma shoes. Yes, Peter Schmid is best know for his footwear designs for Puma AG in which many of his designs including "Mostro", "Sprint", "Speedcat", "Avanti" are today regarded as classics with the brand. His designwork was vital to Puma's rapid expansion starting in the late 90's. From July 2000 to October 2000 some of his designs were shown at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Schmid has also worked on the Puma Golf collection as well as the Mens’ line for Pumas’ collaboration with Alexander McQueen. Other big fashion names in his portfolio included the American brand Donna Karen. With such an impressive resume, I am already developing an interest in his shoe designs. And when I saw this pair of Denver Sneakers at Blackjack in the currently hot camouflage print pattern, I am sold!

This pair of Denver sneakers has a unique cut. The semi high cut rise slopes down towards the back of your feet instead of the usual straight cut. I love the way they look on your ankles without wearing socks. These will be perfect to pull off the military camouflage trend I blog previously. It's also very light and dirt resistant for travels:-P An affordable pair of shoes suited for wear any day. It's definitely coming with me on my upcoming holiday!

(Note: Schmid sells online here as well as in Singapore at Blackjack, Forum Shopping Mall)

Source: Jak and Jil, Sartorialist

Retail price: SGD 270 (before sale). Where to buy: Blackjack, Forum Shopping Mall, Singapore