Table of contents for February - March 2021 in Da Man

Further revealing and extending the inimitable spirit and pluralistic richness of Dior men’s Summer 2021 collection, the maison’s campaign reinvents the art of portraiture by Ghanaian painter Amoako Boafo. “The vibrant colors of this campaign perfectly reflect the powerful energy of the Summer 2021 collection. It’s really a celebration of Amoako Boafo’s work,” says Kim Jones, the Artistic Director of Dior men’s collections. Lensed by Rafael Pavarotti, the campaign images in intensely contrasting, dazzling colors evoke the Ghanaian artist’s emblematic paintings. The searing power of his work, transposed onto silhouettes by Kim Jones, is revealed in photographs of pure composition punctuated by flowers reprising motifs from Boafo’s wallpapers and conceived like captivating dialogues that blend disciplines and transcend borders. More to the point, the campaign features models wearing pieces that…

Soothing and Utterly Exotic Sensatia Botanicals presents the new Elements Fragrance Collection. The innovative new range consists of fragrance selections with two different concentrations, perfume and eau de cologne, in three different options for men and women. Of these, the Neptunium (Np) for men is a deeply nuanced fragrance containing natural botanical ingredients that are reminiscent of the sultry aromas from a tropical spice market. Both deeply soothing and utterly exotic, it features extracts of sandalwood, nutmeg, cinnamon and cocoa seed that impart rich earthy notes, while clary sage, lavender and vetiver add lively undertones Bottle of Memories Les Parfums Louis Vuitton unveiled a new fragrance, Étoile Filante, composed in Grasse by Master Perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. A voyage for the senses and nestled in the house’s signature perfume bottle,…

“I JUST FEEL BEYOND LUCKY TO HAVE GOTTEN TO WORK WITH TWO OF MY FAVORITE ACTORS ON INCREDIBLE PROJECTS” American actor Hunter Doohan first became interested in acting during his high school days. Sounds like the American dream, but he was lucky enough that his high school and community theatre had great programs that helped shape him into the actor that he is today. Maybe it’s just pure luck, or perhaps, destiny. But Hunter Doohan went from being a fan of “Breaking Bad” into working together with the lead role of the iconic show. The Los Angeles-based actor has come a long way from his hometown in Fort Smith, Arkansas, but not without a fight and plenty of determination. Doohan has paid his dues, and now he’s well on his…

Like many of his peers, Ronen Rubinstein’s career path started with minor roles in various movies and TV shows; then slowly but surely, he worked his way steadily upwards. His first movie appearance was in 2011, in Tony Kaye’s “Detachment,” starring opposite Adrien Brody and James Caan. Then came minor roles in “It Felt Like Love” which premiered at Sundance, “Jamie Marks is Dead,” “Some Kind of Hate,” followed by his first big break as a guest star on the hit show “Orange Is The New Black” as well as a series regular on the cable horror-drama series “Dead of Summer.” Today, the American actor is primarily known for being part of “9-1-1: Lone Star,” the massively successful spinoff of “9-1-1,” where he plays an openly gay firefighter Tyler Kennedy…

After debuting their first co-designed collection for Prada last year, this season sees Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons teaming up again to continue the conversation with an ad campaign that documents the first collaborative collection and explores the realities of living in our world. The campaign was shot by no single photographer, and was instead captured by hundreds of cameras, circling models Baecke, Sin Seungmo, Lamine Niang, Haroon Sherzad and Adrien Smarts to simultaneously capture a multitude of views. Alongside each image is a question that Prada poses to the viewer, who can then submit their answers through prada.com. Responses received will become components of the campaign’s continued rollout, carrying the dialogue well into the future.…

The Classics Reimagined The Hermès’ Arceau Grande Lune features a deep blue dial with a sunburst motif that highlights the creativity of a timeless model. On top of that, this dynamic-looking display is complemented by a moon phase and date counter adorned with a starry sky, as well as a double day and month window appearing beneath the Hermès logo. Interestingly, the sunburst blue face of the new watch is also paired with a matching Abyss blue alligator strap, with an intense color accentuated by the casual elegance of the steel case and sapphire case-back. Completed with asymmetrical stirrup-shaped attachments on its iconic case, the watch successfully showcases every possible expression of Hermès’ creativity and know-how. The Bronze Age As an emblematic timepiece from the brand’s Heritage segment, the Longines…

The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Nusantara (Museum MACAN) has recently unveiled its plan to start the new year with an exhibition of contemporary art from South East Asia titled “Stories Across Rising Lands.” Aside to the exhibition, Museum MACAN will also present a series of virtual public programs that will open up dialogue about diversity in Southeast Asia. “‘Stories across Rising Lands’ is an ambitious project that brings together some of the most exciting artists working in Southeast Asia,” explained Aaron Seeto, Director of Museum MACAN. “Recently, there has been a lot of discussion about the importance of Southeast Asia in the development of global perspectives on contemporary art, and we hope this exhibition, together with its public online talks and virtual programming, will contribute to broader…

Less Is More Having less is the secret to living more. Imagine living debt-free in an environmentally-friendly home, no mortgage, no clutter and with boundless freedom. This is the reality and dream of people all over the world thanks to the widespread momentum of the tiny house movement in recent years. Curated by Brent Heavener, the founder of the popular @tinyhouse Instagram account, “Tiny House: Live Small, Dream Big” is designed to fit even on the tiniest coffee tables. This visual manifesto for the tiny house lifestyle features 250 full-color photographs of the smallest, most efficient homes around the world, with interviews, features and smart tips straight from the homeowners. Explore the likes of owning a treehouse in the wilderness of Quebec, a remote mountain cabin in Scotland or the…

Maserati Indonesia unveiled the Levante S GranLusso Ermenegildo Zegna Limited Edition not too long ago. With only 100 units produced, the car embodies the tradition of tailor-made excellence that both Ermenegildo Zegna and Maserati have continually delivered for so long. FIRST IMPRESSIONS At first glance, wherever you look, the message is clear and compelling: the Levante S GranLusso Ermenegildo Zegna Limited Edition is focused on luxury. Design-wise, the SUV speaks fluent Maserati in terms of its dramatically graceful style and purity of dynamic purpose. Visual and functional highlights include the subtle spoiler, frameless door windows, and an aggressively sculpted front grille with chromed bars, which is more imposing than ever given the car’s elevated SUV proportions. On the sides, Maserati’s design signature is also clearly visible with the three iconic…

The very essence of the FENDI Men’s spring/summer 2021 collections by Silvia Venturini Fendi is captured by Nick Knight in the maison’s latest advertising campaign, shot in the British photographer’s London Studio. The campaign’s background is set with floating white curtains for an airy scenography and intimate setting that evokes the traditional and familiar aspirations embedded in the collection. A digital window projected across the wall then reveals a glimpse of the outside world, where a blue cloudy sky meets the maison’s signature headquarters in Rome, at the Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana. The set also reflects the palette of the collection, where natural shades of wheat, milk and honey are punctuated by touches of sky blue and cardinal red emerging from the signature looks of the collections worn by the…

Scent of the Earth The Scent Elements Family is a series of fragrances by Tom Dixon inspired by the medieval alchemist and eastern philosopher’s quest to reduce all matter to four simple elements. So, naturally, these four scents of extreme simplicity and individual character reflect their elemental names of Fire, Air, Earth and Water. The Earth candle, for one, is a mysterious concoction of mint, guaiac wood and cedar wood creating a rich and mossy freshness. Available at Moie. Dual Looks Ceramicist, designer and internationally-renowned interior designer Jonathan Adler first became passionate about terracotta and exhibited his first pottery collection at Barneys in New York in 1993. From his Muse Collection, a particularly surreal head-turner is the Atlas Split Vase, which features four dual looks. Each flawlessly halved visage reveals…

The Pandemic Heist LOCKED DOWN Stars Anne Hathaway, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Ben Stiller Director Doug Liman The ongoing pandemic has given birth to a new sub-genre of films shot during the COVID-19 crisis. Case in point: the latest HBO Max movie, “Locked Down.” Shot in September with a small cast in a small number of locations, “Locked Down” is a romantic comedy heist film that tells a of couple who—just as they decide to separate—are stuck at home amid a mandatory lockdown. They co-exist uneasily and only find a new spark when they come up with a daring plan to steal a diamond from Harrods before it is delivered to an overseas despot Not Just A Bystander THE MAURITANIAN Stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Tahar Rahim, Jodie Foster Director Kevin Macdonald In “The…

Dreamlike Escape Located in the heart of Swedish Lapland, Arctic Bath (Ramdalsvägen 10, Harads, Sweden; +46 7027 5979; arcticbath.se) is a spellbinding eco-friendly oasis of nature that floats serenely on the Lule river. This one-of-a-kind hotel indulges guests with dreamlike landscapes. From the spa with its open-air bath to the restaurant showcasing local ingredients, Arctic Bath really taps into its wonderland setting. The hotel leaves just a minimal footprint, as only natural and sustainable materials such as wood, stone, leather and high-quality textiles were used to construct it. The hotel offers three room types; Land Cabins, Water Cabins and Suite Cabins. Land Cabins can be shared by up to five guests and features a spiral staircase leading to a loft, elevated on poles among vegetation connected by walkways and a…

Does the word “lacrosse” sound familiar to you? If not, then we highly suggest we you hop on YouTube, look up a video or two (searching for “lacrosse highlights” is definitely recommended) and discover the excitement of North America’s oldest organized sport. Now, as it happens, DA MAN recently met, photographed and talked with one of the best pro lacrosse players in the world: Paul Rabil. We couldn’t have asked for a better person to introduce us to the sport. More than just a great athlete with quite a few records to his name, however, Rabil has also plenty of achievements outside the field. For one, he is the co-founder of the Premier Lacrosse League, which has recently merged with Major League Lacrosse. Beyond lacrosse, Rabil also has a popular…