Da Man April - May 2018

Last year was a momentous time for DAMAN, as the magazine reached a critical milestone: the first 10 years. For sure, 2017 was a year where I was brought back to the very beginning, to the early struggles of establishing the magazine and the years of hard work to bring the brand to where it is today. And then, of course, my mind was drawn to what comes next: The next ten years, or DAMAN’s teenage years, if you will. Will there be changes ahead for the magazine? Of course! Especially when I look at how DAMAN has grown more and more into a multimedia experience that reaches across mediums and across generations. And I also note in what ways DAMAN can become a voice to inspire and encourage. As…

READY, SET, GO While most people would have already heard word “athleisure,” some might still be unsure of what it means. Athleisure was born from the evolving modern gentleman who is aware about his well-being but also takes good care of his appearance. the concept is a way of dressing that combines sportswear with ready-to-wear that emphasizes practicality and functionality. think high-performance fabrics, athletic details and sportswear fastenings infused into jacket, shoes or even suits. with top brands leading the way with new, sophisticated and subtly sports-influenced collections, athleisure has grown into an incredibly popular trend. And this season sees the style as accepted dress code for many occasions. while athleisure is a stylish choice, just make sure that your sportswear pieces are clean, neat and well-presented to guarantee a…

The Race is On Tommy Hilfiger has appointed four-time Formula One World Champion Lewis Hamilton as its latest global brand ambassador, joining Gigi Hadid, Rafael Nadal and The Chainsmokers. In an official statement, Tommy Hilfiger expressed his respect for Hamilton’s endurance at the race as well as his unique style off the track. He also said that Hamilton’s partnership will speak to a new generation of Tommy Guys. In response, Hamilton expressed his admiration of Tommy Hilfiger’s design. “Tommy’s designs inspire me to be bold in every outfit that I put together outside of the racing track, expressing my creativity and eclectic style with confidence,” the racer expressed. “His groundbreaking TOMMYNOW experiential events are one-of-a-kind, and I’m very excited to partner with such visionary brand.” New Beginnings Following the departure…

Forever Retro Inspired by New York City’s street culture of the late ‘70s and early ‘80s, this spring and summer saw Bally reviving some of its most successful lace-up shoes, starting from tennis shoes to sporty sneakers. In total, the collection features four distinct retro styles, including the Competition, SuperSmash, Galaxy and Vita-Parcours. Among the highlights of the collection is the SuperSmash, which is reissued with a vulcanized role and the Bally logo on the side. This canvas shoe is also available in both hi and low top styles, or in full leather. Other notable mentions include the Galaxy, which is Bally’s lightest sneaker. The Galaxy is crafted with canvas and suede and features three colors, including garnet—the original color—as well as Kodak and black. Modern Classic Oftentimes, keeping a…

Arriving in a variety of colors and patterns, designers are going wild with printed wallets this spring and summer. So, keep those plain and simple accessory You have at home, and show your dapper flair by wearing statement wallets. From paint-splashes to graffiti, tropical birds to ancient fossils, choose pieces that will Effectively communicate your personal style. Whichever you eventually decide on, a wallet like this will definitely add zest to your outfit and amp up any basic look.…

Simplicity has always been the middle name for BIASA. And for many men, playing around simple styles has always been the—and therefore preferable— safest choice. But at the hands of BIASA’s artisans, even the simplest attire can hide a cornucopia of intricate details. The brand’s spring 2018 menswear collection perfectly exemplifies this notion. Simple compositions Altogether, BIASA’s spring collection offers casual and contemporary clothes suitable for men of all ages. Comprising a wide selection of shirts and T-shirts, the clothes are fabricated using lightweight and summer-friendly materials, such as linen, cotton voile and cotton jersey. This season also saw the debut of BIASA’s line of trousers and comfort-cut Bermuda’s. For colors, BIASA relied heavily on softer tones, including almond green, rosewood pink and raja blue. The soft palette is also…