Prada Menswear Fall 2012

[Shangas]

Like others here, I found the lack of neckwear a little weird. At least a cravat or something. But simply a buttoned up shirt with nothing there...looks...Not 'wrong', per se, just really...strange.

[Gin&Tonics]

Like others here, I found the lack of neckwear a little weird. At least a cravat or something. But simply a buttoned up shirt with nothing there...looks...Not 'wrong', per se, just really...strange.

I totally agree; I see it as a missed opportunity. In every case it seems like the fellow simply forgot to put on his tie! Oops!

I can think of several reasons why they would omit them, I just don't think it was a good idea.

So Shangas, I consider this an official go-ahead to wear a frock coat at any time in public. Now I just need to find one and buy it without the wife killing me for it

[Shangas]

I see no reason why you CAN'T wear a frock-coat in the 21st century. It doesn't look that different from a standard trenchcoat/overcoat, and they're still very common.

[Widebrim]

I see no reason why you CAN'T wear a frock-coat in the 21st century. It doesn't look that different from a standard trenchcoat/overcoat, and they're still very common.

True, but here in southern California we've only got about four months in which the weather would permit it... And I agree with you that a cravats would have gone well with the high-necked collars.

[cookie]

After watching the video I would admit that certain elements, the shoes especially, don't seem to go with the overall look and feel, and the addition of the actors like Adrian Brody, Willem DeFoe and Gary Oldman were a great touch as they are good point men for style. Especially Gary Oldman who is into vintage fashion. But other elements and outfits I'd say they were inspired by the latest Sherlock Holmes Adventures. I see a little Lord Blackwell & Dr. Watson for sure in some of these outfits. The music in the video was a nice touch as well. Had the feel of an old silent film.
I hope this look takes off as it is a far better option than most of the spoon fed unimaginative trash that is out there now. If I could afford it I would purchase it for sure.

Cheers!

Dan

Plus Royal Flying Corps c1917, louche lounge lizard c 1910 etc even a bit of Third Reich. The shoes seemed to be a bit 90s with a touch of 30s thrown in.

[Vampyre Master]

I'll agree with you on that. At first it looked like some hideous strawberry chewing gum colored leather but on closer examination I noticed that the soles were the same color and concluded what you did that it was a rubber rain over protector. They kind of went with what was passing for a rain coat in that section of the show.

Thought Adrian Brody looked well in this outfit, but I think that he could have kept his signature facial hair and still pulled off the look better.


I take it this is the "Von Richthofen" look spoken of?


And of course Gary Oldman


And I think that Tim Roth was in that line up as well.




It just goes to show that you are never to old to have fun with your clothing and look darn sharp doing it. I think that this is something right up Vampyre Master's alley. Would love to know what he thinks of this collection.



I think what I enjoy about this collection is the high collars. I'm one of those odd ducks that doesn't mind having a tall collar, from a turtleneck to a zip up workout shirt around his neck. I find it rather comfortable. Probably why I like wearing scarves a lot too.

Cheers!

Dan

DAN thanks
All of these superb items are "up my alley" ( well not sure about the shorts) its the best collection of men's clothing for ....well ever and had I the income I'd have the lot
the inspiration come not from steampunk but from the "Fandorin" detective books (pre 1917 Russian revolution)
regards
VM

[Vampyre Master]

Ha. I love misreading things. I thought it said PRAVDA Menswear Collection.

you were not far off!!
VM

[Vampyre Master]

True, but here in southern California we've only got about four months in which the weather would permit it... And I agree with you that a cravats would have gone well with the high-necked collars.

hi guys they were wearing colour matched throat wraps under a closed collar and before you ask... yes, been wearing these for ages dammit somebody from Prada must have seen me.
VM

[DanielJones]

Very good. I knew this would suit you VM. Thank you for the clarification, now I am going to have to look those detective novels up. Yes, if only we had the pocket book to afford such items. But I'm sure this collection will inspire others to do similar clothing at a more reasonable price range. I know there are sites like Gentlemen's Emporium, but there is a far different flair going on here that fits the now. I'm liking the neck wraps under the collar, another item to ponder on for this next winter.

Cheers!

Dan

[DanielJones]

As a side note, as VM noted the inspiration comes from the "Fandorin" novels. It appears next year one of the novels 'The Winter Queen' will be released on film. I wonder if Prada will have a hand in the costuming and if her Fall/Winter collection is a prelude to this.
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0937380/

Will prove interesting to see.

Cheers!

Dan