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First Coachella Dream with Dr Martens and his Prescriptions

Jessica Lapidos — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:06:19 +0000

In a fantastical dream last night, I was skipping through hot fields packed with wildly garbed people and hula hoops. Ahead of me, The Black Keys were electrifying “Everlasting Light” on a massive stage, and behind me there was a great deal of foofaraw; including a giant glowing structure built of egg cartons and, oddly enough, each of my head scarves. I was floating, lighter than air, and every time I looked down at my feet, I was wearing a different pair of Dr. Martens. Metallic high tops! Purple polka dot creepers! Impressionist floral combat boots! And each time the Docs made a switch, The Sartorialist, Scott Schumann, snapped a picture of me. Meanwhile Garance Doré was across the field with 3 trailer trucks and a bevy of models, lighting, and incidentally, glow sticks, whilst she directed a photo shoot. When I turned back, The Black Keys had stopped, and the president of Dr. Martens takes the mic to welcome us all to Coachella 2012.

There can only be one explanation for such a dream….

I won a trip to COACHELLA 2012!!! Here’s how:

Luke Worrall, Ash Stymest & Yuri Pleskun for Fiasco September/October 2010

The Fashion Web — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 14:15:21 +0000

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Vincent Nord pulls out all the stops for the next issue of Fiasco. Entitled the Face issue, three covers feature fashion’s resident rebels Luke Worrall, Ash Stymest and Yuri Pleskun. Photographed by Nord, Luke remains pensive and Ash lives up to his image, while Yuri breaks the mold with a welcomed glance at softness captured by Shannon Sinclair.

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LINK LOVE:Luke Worrall, Ash Stymest & Yuri Pleskun for Fiasco September/October 2010

SPREAD: “Ash to Ash” New Wave Featuring Ash Stymest

Kirby Marzec — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:44:20 +0000

Ash Stymest has been on the down-low lately, but thanks to photographer Saverio Cardia, our favorite inked-up bad-boy is back in a New Wave Men’s Editorial. Looking good, Mr. Stymest!

See full gallery on Envy!

LINK LOVE: Coute Que Coute

ADDICT: Ash Stymest for 5CM S/S 2010 Campaign

Rebecca Alexander — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:48:24 +0000

Ash Stymest is a great model for the 5CM’s latest campaign. The Hong Kong-based label asked photographer David Roemer to capture Ash, as styled by Wonderland fashion editor Way Perry.

GALLERY ON ENVY

LINK LOVE: ONTD

And Why Isn’t The Twilight Saga Like This?

Kirby Marzec — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:05:22 +0000

This is what the Twilight cast would look like if I had any say in the matter. Featuring models Ash Stymest, Cole Mohr, Luke Worrall, Jethro Cave and Josh Beech, this New Moon spinoff is perhaps the most pleasing yet!

LINK LOVE: FYFTW

SPREAD: Vogue Russia January 2010 By Alasdair McClellan

Kirby Marzec — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 19:13:00 +0000

I can’t help but want to cover my body in tattoos after seeing amazing spreads like Alasdair McClellan’s most recent one for Vogue Russia. Featuring the flawless Hannah Holman and the inky Ash Stymest, McClellan certainly knows how to create a jaw-dropping spread.

Find more photos like this on ENVY

LINK LOVE: Coute Que Coute

Ash Stymest Shot by Jacob Sutton

Rebecca Alexander — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:23:05 +0000

A young Ash, photographed by Jacob Sutton…I just don’t get his appeal!

LINK LOVE: thefashionisto

BEFORE THEY WERE FAMOUS: Ash Stymest

Kirby Marzec — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:24:26 +0000

Isn’t it comforting to know that Ash Stymest was not only in a boy band, but was a Myspace whore too? How incriminating photos from the past can be!

Thanks to The Fashion Spot!

SPREAD: Ash Stymest for Metal Magazine Issue #17

Kirby Marzec — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 18:31:40 +0000

Corey recently posted this incredible video featuring one of my favorite models, Ash Stymest, for Metal Magazine’s 17th issue. Here are a few stills from the shoot…enjoy!:

Find more photos like this on CULT

Thanks Dirty Flaws!

VIDEO: Ash Symest For Metal #17

Corey Moran — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 16:55:40 +0000

Cole Mohr may be Kirby’s love obsession, but Ash Stymest is 100% my idol. This video of him for Metal Magazine’s #17 issue is really cool. I’ve been considering getting my hair cut similarly to his, what do you think?

ASH STYMEST FOR METAL #17 ISSUE from revista metal on Vimeo.

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COVER STORY: Ash Stymest By JM Ferrater For Metal #17

Hillary Frazier — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 19:31:36 +0000

Love, love, LOVE his hair. Ash Stymest is dreamy….shot by JM Ferrate for Metal Magazine, #17

LINK LOVE: Metal Mag

OUT WITH AARON K: Nutty-Acting

Aaron K, Nightlife Personality — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 22:29:05 +0000

I’m always surprised at how busy and nutty-acting everyone gets during Fashion Week prep. Everyone is in a huff. I’ve seen a lot of models in Soho, they’re almost all in huffs. Except for the “It” models, you know like Ash and Jethro. I bet they’re never in anything like a huff, they’re only in magazines. Is Cole Mohr still “It”?

Anyway, I got invited to the model casting for Duckie Brown. It made me feel a little special, but whenever I told anyone they sort of laughed. Everyone thought I was trying out to be a model, I wasn’t. Duckie wanted me there to cast models, and pretend to DJ. I really like pretending.

It was self-defeating though. The casting, I mean. I was the short, pasty, black-clad kid with grandma glasses and bad hair. Everyone around me was 6 foot tall, healthy, fit, and beautiful. It was awful, and amazing. Amazing because they were changing and naked and trying on great clothes.

Two boys I party with came on a go-see. Is that an official term? Go-see? Or did Tyra make that up for America’s Next Top Model? But, right, Jace and Harvey came on a go-see. It was nice seeing them out and about during the day. And I think both of them were cast, because they have amazing walks and are so handsome.

Oh. Did anyone see that Craiglist missed connection from Tuesday? A friend posted it to my Facebook. I think someone I know, a boy, gave a man a blowjob at the Box while his girlfriend watched. It all happened on the balcony, I mean, I must have been a few feet away. Was it you? Tell me the truth. I need the scoop.

I think it’s a good nightlife when things like this can still happen. It reminds me of Studio 54.

It’s so sad that the Ruff Club is ending. I don’t know what else to say. It’s the end of an era, or something. There’s a rumor that Peaches Geldof and Jethro Cave will be there. That they’re going to DJ. I love Nick Cave, and his son Jethro is amazing. I didn’t know that Peaches is still around. Can I have her job? What is her job?

P.S.

I forgot to mention I met Christopher Sauve and Julia Frakes yesterday while creeping Soho with Alex. Chris was the nicest, like so pleasant. Julia was a button, but I kind of think I squeezed her hand too hard. Alex thought her pants were a great Beacon’s find, but of course they were Erin Wasson. Nicollette said Julia was a downtown luminary.

I guess she must be if she’s curating a collection at Screaming Mimi’s for Fashion’s Night Out. I’m jealous, wish I was curating a collection.

Did you know that even the Disney Channel changes its New York programming before and during Fashion Week? I told you, nutty-acting. Everyone.

SPREAD UM: “Performance” Vogue Italia September 2009

Kirby Marzec — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 19:32:19 +0000

Mom grounded me for putting my face on the car windows. Ash made money.

Photographer: Steven Meisel

Models: Anna Maria Jagodzinska, Ash Stymest, Christian Brylle, Jamie Bochert, Max Rogers, Sasha Pivovarova, Sessilee Lopez, Simon Nessman, Will Lewis

GALLERY: SPREAD UM: “Performance” Vogue Italia September 2009

Thanks Fashion Copious!

COVER STORY: Sasha Pivovarova and Ash Stymest for Vogue Italy

Rebecca Alexander — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:33:33 +0000

Steven Meisel shot Sasha Pivovarova and Ash Stymest for the homeless-chic September cover of Italian Vogue.

LINK: Modelinia

FIRST LOOK: Paul Smith Jeans Fall 2009

Kirby Marzec — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 18:49:05 +0000

Paul Smith is helping to cure nostalgia with his very late 80′s/ early 90′s, Wes Anderson film inspired Fall 2009 Jeans collection. Featuring male models Ash Stymest, Jethro Cave and Stuart Jones, Paul Smith Jeans Fall 2009 is obviously for the flashier gentleman who isn’t afraid of a little fun and color. While I can live without men in neons and acid-wash denim, It sure is nice to see some tight jeans paired with bulky knits and duck-printed button-ups!

Via The Fashionisto.

FIRST LOOK: Barneys New York Fall 2009 Denim Catalogue

Kirby Marzec — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 18:01:11 +0000

I’ve always been relatively impressed by the denim variety carried by Barneys New York, and further gaining my stamp of approval is the Barneys Fall 2009 denim catalogue. It’s been a little while since we’ve seen Cole Mohr or Ash Stymest work on anything of substance, let alone work on modeling gig together, but the boys are back in the Fall 2009 mailer and looking better than ever! Really folks, jeans are never going out of style, so if you’re in the market for some new denim, I’d say Barneys is the place to look!

Check out the Barneys New York Fall 2009 Denim mailer here!

The Forbes’ Ten Most Successful Male Models

Kirby Marzec — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 15:32:47 +0000

I haven’t been home in Buffalo but two days and I’m already suffering from A.M.W (what physicians like to call ‘attractive male withdrawal). It is needless to say that stumbling upon Forbes’ 2009 list of the most successful male models was not only a sight for sore eyes but rather informative about the business of the modeling industry.

While the industry is dominated by doll-faced, lanky females, male models with more classic looks tend to be the most successful. In the midst of a recession, agencies have had to renew older contracts to save money, thusly narrowing the types of men represented. The Cole Mohrs and Ash Stymests, although trendy “image guys,” tend to fall once they’ve been used and seen enough. In addition, those who have been branded to a fragrance campaign tend to endure a low profile in the industry since such campaigns are so publicly widespread.

I’ll admit, it is a bit disheartening to see some of my favorites so low, or even nonexistent, on the list, but based on magazine covers and spreads, advertising campaigns, contracts and runway shows over the past two years, here is Forbes’ most successful male models:

1. SEAN O’PRY

2. MATT GORDON

3. DAVID GANDY

4. DANNY SCHWARTZ

5. GARRETT NEFF

6. OLLIE EDWARDS

7. TYLER RIGGS

8. JON KORTAJARENA

9. TAYLOR FUCHS

10. COLE MOHR

Via Forbes.

TRENDSPARK: Ugly Male Models

Kirby Marzec — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:24:14 +0000

**WARNING** If you have an intolerance for shallow observations or you recently modeled in Men’s Spring 2010 Fashion Week, don’t read this.

The end of June and beginning of July are of importance to me for one reason: men’s fashion week. Yeah,the tailored suits and spring apparel are nice, but what I really look forward to is the hours I spend cooing over drop dead gorgeous models. The chiseled jaw. The supple lips. The piercing eyes. I’m like a kid in a candy-store!

But these past two weeks have been less than enjoyable for my model addiction. Is it just me, or are designers and bookers seriously skimping on the man candy this season? What once was a Cole, Ash, Luke and Taylor dominated field is now pillaged with some of world’s less fortunate looking creatures. Is there some sort of repulsive man trend I’m missing the boat on here?

Costume National

Bernhard Willhelm

Walter Van Beirendonck

Maison Martin Margiela

Blaak Homme

Proceed in clawing your eyes out.

Images courtesy of NY Mag.

BACKSTAGE: John Galliano Spring 2010 Menswear

Kirby Marzec — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:36:10 +0000

You haven’t seen boys in makeup until you’ve seen the models from John Galliano’s Spring 2010 menswear showing. With an Arabian Nights meets “Lord of the Flies” vibe, the boys were decked out in foliage headgear, covered in tan makeup, painted with facial hair and fake abs, making it hard to recognize even the most famous of models! Even I couldn’t recognize Cole Mohr or Ash Stymest…tis a sad day in the life of Kirby.

GALLERY: BACKSTAGE: John Galliano Spring 2010 Menswear

Thanks Models!

SPREAD UM: Ash Stymest For Rodeo Magazine May 2009

Kirby Marzec — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:09:43 +0000

GALLERY: SPREAD UM: Ash Stymest For Rodeo Magazine May 2009

Thanks Cheapskate Chic!

FIRST LOOK: Alex Dunstan’s First Time

Kirby Marzec — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 16:35:03 +0000

Jump-starting another successful modeling career is Hedi Slimane and his series of photographs featuring 18-year-old Brit, Alex Dunstan. If you recall, Slimane practically catalyzed the careers of Cole Mohr, Georges Barnett, Josh Beech and Ash Stymest, so it isn’t too far-fetched to predict that Alex Dunstan is going to be the next big face in the male-model world. It’s nice to see some fresh blood in the mix, but Cole and Ash will always be near and dear to my heart! Oh, and is it just me, or does this kid look strangely like Olivier Theyskens?

GALLERY: FIRST LOOK: Alex Dunstan’s First Time

Check out Hedi Slimane’s Diary here! Thanks for the tip Fashion Copious!

DESIGNER TO KNOW: A(r)mor Jewelry

Kirby Marzec — Fri, 29 May 2009 19:01:17 +0000

Having recently posted some pieces from Bliss Lau’s recent jewelry line, there’s no doubt that I’m a huge fan of the body chain jewelry, as seen plastered all over Cole Mohr, Ash Stymest and Luke Worrall in the Vogue Italia February 2009 issue. After doing my daily snoop on Nitrolicious, I noticed that Wendy was rocking out some similar pieces by indie designer, A(r)mor.

Essentially, A(r)mor creates structural body chains, just like Bliss Lau, but at a fraction of the price. While many of Lau’s pieces push the $600+ mark, A(r)mor is just as cool and basically under $200. Loving the Miko piece and how it is a dual necklace and body chain!

GALLERY: DESIGNER TO KNOW: A(r)mor Jewelry

Shop A(r)mor at Etsy here!

TRENDSPARK: The KingAshyCole

Rebecca Alexander — Tue, 19 May 2009 17:51:22 +0000

The messy hawk is trickling down into mainstream, and now that Kingston did it, we’ll be seeing more of this do on the streets..

SPREAD UM: “The Life Of A Boy Model” Arena Homme +

Kirby Marzec — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 17:42:14 +0000

Fashion Indie recently posed some images from “The Life of A Boy Model” in the recent issue of Arena Homme +. In addition to those photos, the gallery below includes part II of the editorial and the actual editorial. The spread, shot by photographer Alasdair McLellan, features top male models George Barnett, Cole Mohr, Ash Stymest, Josh Beech and Luke Worrall in all of their natural, charming, tattooed boy glory.

GALLERY: SPREAD UM: “The Life Of A Boy Model” Arena Homme +

Thanks to The Fashionisto for the images!

Ash To Add More Ink?

Kirby Marzec — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 17:02:34 +0000

I often find myself Googling and lurking on photos of male models. Somewhat creepy, I know, but you’ll have to excuse me while I fill the void of stunningly gorgeous men in my life (just because NYU is rated the most fashionable university doesn’t mean it’s the most attractive…) While creepin’ on the ever-handsome Ash Stymest, I came across a few videos in which Ash and his look-a-like girlfriend, Eliza Cummins, talk about Ash’s tattoos. Besides sharing the story about how his “dyslexic as fuck” friend spelled something wrong on his arm, Ash talks about his plan to cover his entire body with tattoos, including his neck and face. NO ASH, NOT THE FACE!!

Yes, the punky, inked boy is all the rage in the modeling industry at the moment, but I find it really hard to believe that anyone completely covered with tattoos could make it as a model. The more ink you add, the more distracting the tattoos will be, taking focus away from the fashion. Models are like a canvas for clothing and I doubt there are many designers who will want to compete with an already painted-on canvas.

Hedi Slimane Finds Model Status Beatniks At Coachella

Kirby Marzec — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 22:01:51 +0000

If the concert lineup and gorgeous California weather wasn’t enough to make me regret my absence from this year’s Coachella music festival, the photos above certainly add to my contrite mood. Leave it up to Hedi Slimane, my personal favorite fashion photographer, to document the weekend’s most beautiful people. Granted, many of these model status bohemians are probably under the age of 16, but there is no denying that a modeling career isn’t terribly farfetched. I’m seeing a few Ash Stymest and Luke Worrall look-a-likes out there! And that bony boy in the White-Sox hat, I bet IMG is on the phone negotiating a contract as we speak.

Check out Hedi Slimane’s photo diary here!

The Life Of A Boy Model

Corey Moran — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 23:22:07 +0000

You’ve seen them everywhere and know who they are by now, but what’s life really like for these industry leading bad boys? You can check out a preview of the upcoming Arena Homme Plus issue that will give you all the dirt at Morphane

SPREAD UM: Ash & Eliza For Anthem Magazine

Corey Moran — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 21:11:15 +0000

So the hottest couple (has that been deemed official yet?) in fashion modeling, Ash Stymest and Eliza Pressly have turned up the heat for the #38 edition of Anthem Magazine. I want to know how Ash manages to always has the best pieces pulled, hence the Jeremy Scott Adidas.

Gallery: SPREAD UM: Ash & Eliza For Anthem Magazine

Via: The Fashionisto

RUNWAY RUNDOWN: Soar Fall 2009

Corey Moran — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 21:59:03 +0000

Soar put together quite the show for all the London attendees this season. The collection featured a lot of flashy materials and patterns, and the jumper above with the naked women on it was one of two or three. The collection has a ton of great pieces and elements too it. Grabbing a few of these items for your wardrobe would score brownie points with any fashion fiend.

Gallery: RUNWAY RUNDOWN: Soar Fall 2009

Courtesy of : The Fashionisto

SPREAD UM: Ash Stymest & Eliza Cummins for Dazed & Confused

Andy Wass — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 21:00:06 +0000

Real-life couple Ash Stymest and Eliza Cummins are the cover babes for the March 2009 issue of Dazed & Confused.

Shot by Mariano Vivanco and styled by Nicola Formichetti, the goth-punk, androgynous shoot is already freaking people out — Ash is only 17, and Eliza shows nipple! Heavens!

RUNWAY RUNDOWN: House Of Holland Fall 2009 Collection

Corey Moran — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 20:42:55 +0000

One of my top five favorite designers Henry Holland produced another knock out collection for London’s Fashion Week this year. His label House Of Holland has a collection to fall in love with in late 2009. With a star studded runway that included the infamous Aggy Deyn, Jethro Cave and Ash Stymest, House Of Holland put on a somewhat more conservative show this year (for House Of Holland of course). Dulled down or not, the collection is still amazing and innovative. I love everything offered, and I think this a collection that will be seen in the streets way more than some of the previous. Two thumbs up from me!

Gallery: RUNWAY RUNDOWN: House Of Holland Fall 2009 Collection

Courtesy of: Style.com

RUNWAY RUNDOWN: Rozalb de Mura Fall 2009 Collection

Corey Moran — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 20:27:37 +0000

Man talk about being caught in a pickle! I can’t for the life me decide whether I like this collection or not. I will start off by saying that I’m excited to see my two favorite male models finally hitting the runway (Jethro Cave and Ash Stymest), but there are certain things about this collection that I just don’t love. I respect the all grey look. It’s a bit risky, and I thought that was I didn’t like, but that isn’t quite it. The styling and the cuts look great, I think it’s the random awkward headgear that I’m not wild about. It seems like an unnecessary random piece to add to an otherwise great collection.

Gallery: RUNWAY RUNDOWN: Rozalb de Mura Fall 2009 Collection

Courtesy of: The Fashionisto

Stymest Is Here To Kick Some Ash In 2009

Corey Moran — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 14:00:00 +0000

Cole Mohr has more or less dominated the male modeling scene for the past year or two, and frankly after Milan Fashion Week I have had enough of his face! There is a new up and comer who really made his name in the scene last year when he landed his face on the cover of Vogue Homme Japan. The kid’s name is Ash Stymest, and he is my new favorite face in men’s fashion. The kid has a look and stlye that I envy, and he is also the face of the new Sportswear International cover.

Gallery: Ash Stymest

Thanks El Q Magazine for the images.

Pringle of Scotland Thinks They’re “Indie-Cool”…Think Again!

Kirby Marzec — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 21:06:09 +0000

I must say, I’m a pretty avid fan of the luxurious knitwear of Pringle of Scotland. I’ve always found their collections sophisticated, with a bit of edge, catered to the young and beautiful who can confidently wear their uniquely classy looks. To say that I recently lost all respect for the label would be an exaggeration, but Pringle of Scotland’s s/s 2009 campaign is disappointing on so many levels. The images haven’t been released yet, but creative director Clare Waight Keller has declared It-girls Daisy Lowe, Pixie Geldof and Lydia Hearst as the faces of the spring campaign. I understand that Pringle of Scotland’s aesthetic is “growing up girl chic,” but that doesn’t justify the use of annoying socialites to advertise. And by calling their aim “indie-cool,” they’re just giving indies a bad name. Never in a million years would I associate Daisy, Pixie or Lydia with us indies! To top off the poor choice, Waight Keller had this to say about her decision:

”For the spring/summer 2009 advertising campaign, the idea of using personalities with different perspectives on how to wear clothes due to their lifestyles was hugely appealing. I also loved the fact that all the girls are great friends who hang out together, making the shoot incredibly fun.”

Sorry, this statement is completely contradictory. If the clothes were to legitimately represent the lifestyles of these It-girls, they would be stitched with golden pretentious, bitchy, asshole thread. Hmm, is that what you want Pringle of Scotland?

The men’s campaign is a totally different ball game. At least they’re using the fresh, edgy faces of Ash Stymest and Gordie Walker. I’m assuming these boys were the responsibility of someone who at least knows how to pick models!

Thanks Vogue!

TrendSpark: Tattooed, Punk-Rock, Barely Legal Male Models

Kirby Marzec — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 20:50:20 +0000

Cole Mohr

Ash Stymest

Tyler Riggs

Josh Beech

Dan Felton

I was flipping through old issues of i-D, Dazed and Confused and Men’s Vogue while I was home in Buffalo over the holiday weekend. I knew I spotted a trend among male models, but it didn’t hit me until I saw Cole Mohr on the Marc by Marc Jacobs billboard in SoHo one last time…

The Trend: baby-faced, skinny, tattooed, pierced, punk rocking models who look like they just got kicked out of the high school homecoming dance for reeking of cheap beer. Bingo.

Punk boys have been all over the editorials and up and down the runways recently. I absolutely love the awkward, but adorable, high school dropout look…and It looks like I’m not the only one! With Marc Jacobs and Hedi Slimane as avid fans of this look, it seems that the baby-faced punks will be scoring high fashion editorials and shows for years to come. But sorry ladies, just because you look like a prepubescent rocker doesn’t mean your gauged ears and inked arms are fully acceptable in the high fashion industry. It’s unfair, I know…but that’s just the way it is.

Thanks for the photos Models.com!