Sir Paul Smith’s multi-stripe signature can be recognized from miles away, and he is one of the most respected designers of his generation. He has repeatedly shown his perfect understanding of how a suit can help shape a man’s body to his liking. This S/S 2012 wool double-breasted suit is an excellent example of this. Its broad lapel makes a sartorial statement, whilst the fine pinstripe finish softens the shape, as structured suits are slowly but surely losing their appeal to a more socially aware audience.

Paul Smith

As supplier political leaders, actors and aristocrats (including three Princes of Wales), Aquascutum knows how to treat its costumers to what is some of the best tailoring in the country, continuously creating instant classics such as this light check unlined blazer, which would accommodate men who don’t feel comfortable wearing bright colors in summer.

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Exhibitionism is very widely frowned upon in our society, and maybe rightly so, but this hasn’t stopped Ted Baker from basing his S/S2012 collection on this idea. And thank God for that. Every piece is sharp, rich with prints, full of bright colors, and as is expected from exhibitionism, truly is a middle finger raised to conformity. In just over 20 years, Ted has turned attention to detail into an art, delighting us with “no ordinary” clothes and accessories, and laying the groundwork not only for a great brand, but also for a different way of life. This Blazer, made from soft linen fabric and lined with exquisite details, shows just how attached Ted is to his uniqueness.

Ted Baker

Exhibitionism is very widely frowned upon in our society, and maybe rightly so, but this hasn’t stopped Ted Baker from basing his S/S2012 collection on this idea. And thank God for that. Every piece is sharp, rich with prints, full of bright colors, and as is expected from exhibitionism, truly is a middle finger raised to conformity. In just over 20 years, Ted has turned attention to detail into an art, delighting us with “no ordinary” clothes and accessories, and laying the groundwork not only for a great brand, but also for a different way of life. This Blazer, made from soft linen fabric and lined with exquisite details, shows just how attached Ted is to his uniqueness.

Dunhill

Exhibitionism is very widely frowned upon in our society, and maybe rightly so, but this hasn’t stopped Ted Baker from basing his S/S2012 collection on this idea. And thank God for that. Every piece is sharp, rich with prints, full of bright colors, and as is expected from exhibitionism, truly is a middle finger raised to conformity. In just over 20 years, Ted has turned attention to detail into an art, delighting us with “no ordinary” clothes and accessories, and laying the groundwork not only for a great brand, but also for a different way of life. This Blazer, made from soft linen fabric and lined with exquisite details, shows just how attached Ted is to his uniqueness.

Burberry

- Chanel staged its 2012 Cruise collection at the Palace at Versailles with guests Tilda Swinton, Haider Ackermann and Karl Lagerfeld‘s plaid vest. [Grazia]

- Olympian hotties Hope Solo, Ryan Lochte and Serena Williams grace the June issue of Vogue. [Styleite]

- Aquascutum‘s out of the woods for now and is celebrating with a new CEO in Tim Dally. [Vogue UK]

- The UK’s Royal Mail has come out with some sartorial stamps celebrating post-war British fashion with postage bearing designs by Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood and Zandra Rhodes. [Style File]

- Jessica Simpson is wasting no time cashing in on little Maxwell Drew with a maternity line in the works. [The Cut]

- Coty celebrated the 10 year anniversary of  Jennifer Lopez ‘s signature fragrance, “Glow,” one of the most successful scents in history with almost $2 billion in sales — or in other terms, more than all of her movies have grossed put together…multiplied by a million. [WWD]

- Isabeli Fontana will walk down the aisle for the third time when she weds Lauryn Hill‘s baby daddy, i.e. Rohan Marley in Ethiopia at some point in time. [Modelinia]

- This is Daphne Guinness singing Jefferson Airplane‘s “White Rabbit.” Just ’cause. [Paper]

- V Magazine dived into the dumpster America is currently wading through where they found Ke$ha and threw her on the cover of its “Americana Issue.” [WOWWOW.ME]

- Ashton Kutcher reminds us that at some point he was considered an actor with this spoof of Karl Lagerfeld for Pop Chips. Meanwhile, it would’ve been easier just to get the Kaiser himself, since he clearly has no qualms or standards when it comes to shilling. [Fashionista]

- Aquascutum has found a savior in Hong Kong-based YGM Trading Ltd. which will acquire all of the Brit label’s business and assets by May 9. [Vogue UK]

- Balmain decided to follow in Calvin Klein‘s dated footstep by getting in on the social media game with both a Facebook and a Twitter. [WWD]

- David and Victoria Beckham were forced to kiss in front of a stadium of screaming fans after they were spotted on the Kiss Cam at a Lakers game. Surprisingly, no one was grossed out by it. [The Cut]

- Christy Turlington (Burns) is launching a crusade against Mother’s Day. The super’s No Mother’s Day campaign is designed to raise awareness about the hundreds of thousands of women around the world who die each year from complications related to pregnancy or childbirth. [No Mothers Day]

- Macy’s is taking its bar III brand on the road with a series of  flea markets across the country starting this weekend in New York with the Hester St Fair on Saturday and the Green Flea on Sunday. [FI]

- Proving that she’s been shutting shit down for several decades, Michelle Obama‘s prom photo has recently surfaced and we’re talking satin, a thigh-high slit and décolletage for days. Take a note, trash. Meanwhile, Barack sure looked different back in the day — this must have been before he stopped smoking pot. [Telegraph]

- 161-year-old British label Aquascutum is close to shuttering its doors and laying off its 250 workers after officially going into administration today. [Financial Times]

- Now you too can smell like a stupid hoe. Nicki Minaj is, naturally, coming out with her own fragrance with the same monsters people behind Justin Bieber‘s Someday. [Coco Perez]

- The Huffington Post is among the winners of this year’s Pulitzer Prizes (for national reporting) though no Prizes were given out for fiction…unless you count The Huffington Post. [WWD]

- One Million Moms, apparently still licking their wounds over losing out to JCPenneys and its pantusit-wearing lesbian abomination, have set their sights on Urban Outfitters and its catalog which features two girls kissing. Strap yourself in, kids, we’re taking a direct flight to hell. [The Cut]

All photos from Style.com.

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A look from E. Tautz's spring 2012 collection

Designers including Aquascutum, Christopher Raeburn, E. Tautz, J.W. Anderson and TOPMAN will show from Friday, June 15 through Sunday, June 17, immediately preceding the men’s fashion weeks in Milan and Paris — meaning those limey labels can finally capitalize on all the sartorial testosterone running through Europe. Tom Ford and Christopher Kane are among the members of the committee overseeing London Collections: Men, headed by British GQ editor Dylan Jones.

The news of this new men’s fashion weekend delivers on BFC CEO Caroline Rush’s promise that “Menswear in London will be put in the spotlight this year,” made shortly after James Long became the first menswear designer to win one of the Council’s Fashion Forward  prizes. [Telegraph]

A look from E. Tautz's spring 2012 collection

The red of next spring is primarily bold. Think fire trucks and Louboutin soles.

In contrast to this past spring's tangerine, this orange has gone pumpkin, with reddish bronze undertones.

Just shy of neon, this near-blinder shows hints of marigold. It's vibrant and saturated, ready to tackle any busy print in a fight for loudness.

Green is feeling minty fresh. The pastel finish is crisp and clean.

True blue is blowing up cobalt. There's a great depth in this striking color.

Baby got back to the hue of blue that kisses the sky through a layer of mist.

Lavender sweeps in with an essence of calm. The color is regal, light as a princess (not nearly as light at Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge - skinny bid).

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The sweetest color story to ice the runway is sherbet's pastel palette. Light and fruity, it harkens back to childhood only with a twist of business silhouette.

Sportswear is actively working its way into the daily regalia. It'll leave you prepared to break a sweat without a change.

This overskirt piece has been adding volume since the 19th century. Now done in our favorite muted brights, they kick a pencil skirt up.

Leave a sleeve off for the asymmetry of it. The cut is feels right in sheer and bouncy textiles.

Fringe is falling on spring, shagging shirts and leaving them stringy. Shimmy and shake in this new take on the 20's trim.

We already sniffed out the painted floral trend on the third day of NYFW, but the powerful flower prints just keep on sprouting. Whether digitized in a McQueenian manner or illustrated á la art deco, the prints we've been going gaga over have the same common blooming thread.

After giving birth to a baby boy in Dec, Jourdan Dunn makes a return to the runway at London Fashion Week for Aquascutum.

LINK LOVE: Modelinia

This is the most random and playful campaign I’ve seen in awhile. Tim Walker shot this ad for Aquascutum’s S/S 09 line, and I’d have to say it’s quite effective. Not only do I love that all the models are kissing, but I think it’s awesome they all match. Sign me up for the next shoot!

Thanks to Fashion Copious for the photo.