Table of contents for Style Spring/Summer 2018 in Da Man

Fashion changes, but style endures. Eternal words by the one and only Coco Chanel. Naturally, those things that do endure in an industry as dynamic as fashion has always fascinated me. And as luck would have it, I managed to chat with Danny Beauchamp, our cover model for this Style issue, who has been in the business for 15 years—amazingly long for a male model. Our chat took us back to a time before you could watch a runway show unfold live from half across the world. At the same time, we also touched on the inevitability of the new reality of fashion—one where models are appraised by the number of their followers and campaigns roll out on a brand’s virtual walls. This sentiment was echoed by fellow British model…

Nowadays, London Fashion Week Men’s—or LFWM to be exact—is increasingly seen as an international hub for talent, innovation and heritage. Since its inception, LFWM has showcased the length and breadth of the British menswear market. From established brands and world-class designers, to independent boutiques and emerging talent; from the likes of Charles Jeffrey and MAN to the best of Savile Row; and from Dunhill and Richard James to Vivienne Westwood, surely, there really is no place like London. For this year’s spring/summer season, the runways of London were awash with layering variations and myriad variations of stripes. With that in mind, one of the highlights of this particular LFWM is the way Christopher Raeburn tell its story for the season. Raeburn takes inspiration from “The Long Walk,” an epic tale…

British clothing brand Ben Sherman has always been associated with classical looks, with the brand’s heritage shirts being its signature staple. For the spring/summer season of 2018, however, creative director Mark Williams injected bold colors and rich patterns. The collection is inspired by the so-called Peacock Revolution in the ’60s which brought about numerous changes in society, and also in fashion. Surely, this is a most exciting time for Ben Sherman and Williams, as both the brand and its creative director keep making huge steps forward with new collaborations and fresh ideas for the world of fashion. DAMAN: For Ben Sherman’s spring/summer 2018 menswear collection, you introduced something lively, playful and colorful—particularly through the Peacock Revolution print. What was it that first inspired you to go in this direction? Mark…

Models often have to do some pretty challenging things to help create images that look deceptively simple. For Marley Camacho, one of those moments came when he was chosen to join Versus Versace’s spring/summer 2018 campaign that had him floating face up in a pool. It seems effortless, but proved to be quite challenging. Still, the resulting image was definitely cool, and young models that easily embody the idea of cool embraced by a new generation of fashion enthusiasts can find themselves in high demand. Still, while he has already jumped into the deep end—both figuratively and literally, Camacho still has a vast future in front of him. And whether he’ll remain in front of the camera or try his hand at behind-the-scenes work, only time will tell. DAMAN: Hi,…

Modeling is an evere volving game; a game which, today, is increasingly being played on social media by self-starters adept in the art of self-marketing. Still, nothing really comes close to being in the presence of a top-of-the-line pro male model who has been in the biz for years. Enter Danny Beauchamp. Quintessentially British, smoldering on set and hilariously honest when the camera stops rolling, Beauchamp represents a generation of models who made it big before phones had cameras on them. For the past 15 years—longevity is another trait Beauchamp is known for—the British model has appeared in campaigns for Cerruti, Calvin Klein, Dunhill and a host of other fashion brands. It’s on the runways, however, where he really shines. He’s walked for Ermenegildo Zegna and Dolce & Gabbana, Dsquared2…

HAWAIIAN SHIRTS, WITH THEIR STRONG RETRO VIBE, HAS LONG BEEN THE CLASSIC SARTORIAL SYMBOL OF LAID BACK TIMES AND FUN UNDER THE SUN. THIS SEASON, THIS STAPLE OF THE SURFER SUB-CULTURE GETS A CONTEMPORARY UPGRADE AS SEEN IN THE COLLECTIONS OF LOUIS VUITTON, BALENCIAGA AND PAUL SMITH, AMONG OTHERS.…

The shining capital of France has always contributed something different to worldwide fashion. So, every year, there’s something about Paris Men’s Fashion Week that really piques your interest, even when compared to the Fashion Weeks of London, Milan and New York. There’s always a strong theme that goes beyond, say, stripes that have taken central stage in Milan and London. This year, in Paris, sportswear is king. In this case—and perhaps quite unsurprisingly—it was Louis Vuitton which gave us one of the best examples of this trend. Following its famous collaboration with Supreme that became an instant hit all over the world, Louis Vuitton and Kim Jones came out with a stunningly sporty collection featuring diverse cultural mixing as well as cultural contrasts along with a variety of other fashion…

Before New York Fashion Week: Men’s (NYFW: Men’s) and New York Fashion Week (NYFW) kicked off last July, there was a lot of talk about how NYFW is dwindling. Essentially, New York’s spring/summer 2018 lineup is missing some big names. These include Lacoste, John Elliott, Thom Browne, Proenza Shouler, Rodarte and many more who have decided to move to Paris. While it’s definitely sad news for New York, the brands who stayed—or moved their show to the Big Apple—have proven themselves more than capable of creating a Fashion Week that is as relevant as ever. Raf Simons—as in, the brand—once again made it to the top of the list as one of the shows with the biggest buzz, alongside Shayne Oliver’s debut collection for Helmut Lang (Oliver previously designed for…

When I first received the invitation to meet with top fashion mogul Ben Chan, it was hard not to sound star-struck. He is, after all, a national treasure, cultural icon and living legend—and that’s putting it mildly. For my first encounter with the man, I was expecting he’d be this stereotypical CEO; but surprisingly, he is genuinely warm and friendly. Ben Chan is a very big deal; he is essentially the Bernard Arnault of the Philippines. Starting with a small men’s T-shirt label founded 30 years ago, the tycoon has built a 360-degree fashion and lifestyle corporation that single-handedly put the Philippines on the fashion map of the world. Bench, known for its groundbreaking and award-winning ad campaigns and proud celebrity endorsers, offers innovative head-to-toe collections that now includes womenswear…

1 YAY OR NAY: DENIM ON DENIM? Short answer: Yes! Long answer: We know that, sometimes, mixing and matching separate denim pieces in one outfit can be quite hard. The key to pulling off the denim-on-denim look is having the right balance. If you’re not sure what goes with what, take a light denim shirt with a darker pair of jeans or vice versa and play around with the combination. One thing to remember, contrasting your top and bottom half is essential. Why? Because you don’t want to be stuck with the same tone all over. And more importantly, an all-denim look in one color can look a bit odd. Mismatched colors will make all the difference to your denim-on-denim outfit, even if the contrast is slight. To cover another…

Spring, summer, fall or winter… who cares? Designers at Milan Fashion Week (MFW) Spring/Summer 2018 renounced the seasonal rules of menswear by incorporating winter fabrics for the warmer months ahead. There was corduroy in Salvatore Ferragamo, fur in Fendi, cashmere in Ermenegildo Zegna, silk in Etro and satin in Giorgio Armani and Dolce & Gabbana. MFW 2018 also saw a lot of deep layering, as exemplified by, among others, Diesel Black Gold, who layered shorts with leggings and paired it again with boots. Yes, the evolution of menswear is constantly happening. In Milan, however, the change is subtle—never too wild, but also never too dull. While some might criticize the city for playing it safe, or for being too commercial-minded, at the end of the day, style is independent. And…

Born in Colombia, trained in Belgium and triumphed in Paris, Haider Ackermann is a force to be reckoned with in the world of luxury fashion. His rise to fame began in 2001 with the creation of his own label, which bore his signature style of simplicity merged with asymmetry. Since then, some of the biggest fashion houses have sought out his talent. A couple of years ago, however, he was named creative director at Berluti—a brand synonymous with luxury. It was a most unexpected development, but at the same time extremely exciting. Sure enough, his debut menswear collection for Berluti drew a lot of interest. And, of course, that same buzz surrounds his second chapter for the brand’s spring/summer collection. DAMAN: Berluti’s Spring 2018 menswear collection marks your second for…

Growing up, Harry Rowley never really saw modeling as a serious career option. Not that people around him didn’t float the idea from time-to-time, mind you, considering his looks and physique. But all that’s history and today the British model can count the likes of Tom Ford, Ralph Lauren and Dolce & Gabbana as some of the brands that he’s worked with as he continues to travel the world for even more exciting experiences. DAMAN: Bring us to the beginning—how did you get started as a model? Harry Rowley: I started out back in my hometown. My next door neighbor had a daughter who was modeling with Models One in London and it was always something that they kind of tried to push me towards. But growing up I was…

With his toned build, Matthew Evangelisti certainly fits the bill when you want to highlight the sporty vibes of this year’s spring/summer season. His background as an athlete and his active lifestyle today certainly helps as well. On top of all that, Evangelisti is also a consummate actor—the art of acting having always been his first love. So, conveying dynamic motion through still pictures comes easily to him. Of course, Evangelisti shines just as easy in more conventional settings, as seen in, say, his appearance in Banana Republic’s spring/summer 2018 campaign. All in all, as a professional male model, he is the complete package. DAMAN: Hi, Matthew. Thank you for having us. So, what are you busy with these days? Matthew Evangelisti: It’s my pleasure. I’m working on two indie…