Bottega Veneta Mens SS2012

Its that time of year where most fashion houses are or have shown their collection for 2012-2013 and are already forecasting for AW.

I have already seen these last year and just the other day, totally forgot half of it or the fact that I have seen it. So I thought to put up a refresher and show you what BV will be having in stores now for your summer wardrobe.

I mean why look at next winter, when summer is on it way, and the clothes are about to be, if not already in stores.

Most fashion houses have the same style just their own take on things.

You'll see a lot of suiting for men, and to make it casual they have the trousers rolled up.

If your bored of the suite maybe go for a different material approach, or the print. Not Hawaiian style shirt printed suites but maybe something like this.

I've picked out a few jackets, and the Cardigan (no not the crazy outfit under, but the cardi on top).

These shoes are great for dressed up casual. There is also a denim pair, that other designers are doing too.

Last summer chino's were making a come back and this year the safari meets urban geek seems to still be strong.

You might see my friends / clients in my hot picks for this collection ;)

Gerry Alexis

I seem to have a back log of things I want to blog and share with you. From up and coming artists, my picks for Spring Summer (since it's hitting the stores about now), some old photography, and setting up interviews; then I got distracted by one of my best'ys.

Gerry and I go way back, last time she did a project taking new and different pics each day. Posted all 365. How exhausting! imagine there are days when you just don't have the energy to post let alone think of a new picture for the day and a creative one at that.

This time she has given herself a new project of 52. Since I just started this blog, beginning of 2012, she has started her project. So I thought it would be nice to introduce to you something that is worth viewing in the same run. Take a flick at her pics very week.

I love her work, each has a feel for who she is, be it the lighting, composition or subject. I love pics that have an emotion about it, and the reason I personally use a 35m AE1 SLR.

I hope you'll agree with me on this one and follow her too on her project 52.

02 0f 52 "Anger Management"

Link: Gerry Alexis

Jump Off

2012 is the return of the Jump Off. I missed it when it was huge and I hope to go this time. I will admit to missing the one just gone but fingers crossed I wont be missing the next one on 23rd Jan.

What is Jump Off?

Urban culture, The future of Hip Hop, Dancers and Singers. I think this trailer should show you better....

Event: The Jump Off
Date: 23rd Jan, 6th Feb (every 2 weeks on Mondays)
Location: Fabric, London, UK
Description: "The Jump Off is where Fashion, Music and the Arts collide creating a melting pot of urban youth culture. The event features the best of aspiring local talent competing in Live Model Shoots, Comedy, Rap, Dance & Producer Battles for cash prizes and bragging rights."

Spot the Difference

Desert Boots

I wanted to share these cause when I 1st saw them I just thought nope the look will be trampy man not so cool and nothing trendy (seen on guys generally not looking cool and possibly smelly). Alas it had to regretfully be this picture of David Beckham that changed my mind on the status of these shoes....

The look suggests comfort, style, not dressed up yet not so casual. It has made me re think the boots and say when in doubt for what to wear for that casual day out, but don't want to miss out on looking good in case you bump into someone... these might just work. Those days where shoes is just an effort and trainers is just not enough. 

See who said sex sells? Beckham sold me on these boots better then Armani Underwear! lol

Kicks!

These have been in store for a while now and as soon as I saw them I thought Finally something different, cool and, Hell Yeah....

I know some of you must really not like them... Its defo a pair for the not so faint hearted, but trust me if you like your air force one styles this is a cool high top to have.

I spent most of last year prowling the shops for the latest Supra's for my clients and my trip to New York was buying Air Force 1's for friends. I know my kicks quiet well and these for sure you cant find nothing like them.

Think baggy jeans or drain pipes what ever your fancy, rolled up chinos or peeping through some Jack Wills joggers.

Like I said been in store for months now and I have dressed a well known friend in them, and I still cant keep my eyes off them. Defo a pair to get you noticed.

Like I say shoes start, compete and change an outfit; and trust me girls always notice your shoes!

Hello My Name Is...

I could put this part in my profile but right now I haven't gone that far in simplifying and knowing what it is I really want to write in something that will be permanent (ish)

Vannessa and I have been working in Luxury retail for about 5 years. Before that My CV includes working as an Editor for TV, experience in Directing and Camera Opps and, some presenting and modelling on the side. I was a tape editor for what could be 8 years before I went back to retail.

I am actually a cashier at the moment but with the years, experience, trust and training I managed to get me some high profile clients. Some referred clients thought I actually only dealt with VIPs, but that isn't the case, just for some reason I ended up with them on my books. My friends / Clients range from boy band members to footballers and bollywood producers. I worked mainly in menswear and feel that it has grown in the years.

My interests are in film, music, dance and photography. Lots of things inspire my style, but since I cant get all crazy with my looks due to work. I guess I can try to inspire you.

So what is Alter Ego?

Right now its a blog of things I see or do or fashion that I might like, and my clients might have liked that I can pass on to you. I like finding things you cant get here in the UK or shops that make you feel like you stepped into another world.

I love travelling as well and take my camera out as much as I can.

So for now its My Alter Ego....