Paris Fashion Week Fall 2012: Lanvin

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One of the most anticipated shows of Men's Paris Fashion Week is Lanvin. The continued exploration of deconstructed Luxury never gets old in the hands of Lucas Ossendrijver. We again are seeing the proposition of high waisted pants in Paris, but here with a full flowing leg. The stand out of this Lanvin Fall 2012 collection is the bold couture shapes of the outerwear. The extended round shoulder is instantly the new silhouette.

Paris Fashion Week Fall 2012: Miharayasuhiro

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I have to admit that when I think of Miharayasuhiro, all that comes to mind is his sneaker collaboration with Puma. Well, I should have been paying more attention because his sartorial culture clash is right up my alley. The layered mix of materials amidst clashing stripes and patterns all work. The louche touches of embroidery and shine update iconic pea coats and parkas. I love the bold over sized statement shearlings. I just wish more retailers would take notice.

Paris Fashion Week Fall 2012: Dries Van Noten

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I know there were psychedelic prints referencing Bruegel or was it Bosch, but what I love about Dries Van Noten Fall 2012 is the outerwear, tailoring and knits. I just can't seem to plunk down my cash on a print that I will wear once or twice and then run to INA to sell. What I do think is investment worthy are the officer's coats, pea coat, rain gear, peaked shoulder blazers and color-blocked multi colored turtleneck.

Paris Fashion Week 2012: Rick Owens

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I've been wondering who would be bold enough to show high waisted pants on the men's runway and I was shocked to see it was Rick Owens for Fall 2012. But, then it all made sense. His collections have been going in an increasingly elegant direction the past few seasons and seeing this bold experiment reminded me why he is such a talented designer. Apparently, Fred Astaire is an influence in the elongated leg and new proportion, and this is exactly the unexpected twist you get from Rick. Yes, come Fall 2012, there will be stunning leathers and jerseys at retail, but these pants are what I'm dying to try on.

Milan Fashion Week Fall 2012: Burberry Prorsum

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A calm precision was the mood at Burberry Prorsum Fall 2012, where Christopher Bailey continued exploring the Burberry vocabulary with slim suits, driving caps, graphic sweaters and statement outerwear. The focus this season was on cropped or oversized puffers and structured blousons, both worn over coordinating suits. Who needs an overcoat?