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  • The GENE kicked in.

    If you happen to be along the Almafi Coast in Italy head to Salerno for a bit of menswear shopping. Walking on the Via Mercanti in the old city I saw Ferlazzo Giuseppe store with a sign posted of 50% off. My “SALE GENE” kicked in. The two floor store carries some stylish Neapolitan pieces.

  • Before Tacky Podcast Talks Style with The Outlierman

    Before Tacky Podcast Talks Style with The Outlierman

    Normally I have a podcast interview office to office. But this time it turned out a bit different. I sent Andrea Mazzuca the link for the podcast. Mr. Mazzuca was in his sports car. Check out the interview below.

  • Fast Fashion Part 2

    Part 2 of the Before Tacky Podcast talks about Fast Fashion and buyers behaviours. What do consumers want? Is “buying better” a trend or only a social media slogan? The panel goes in depth on the subject. Click below to view the latest episode.

  • Studio 189

    I saw Studio 189 on a luxury website. The Ghana brand eye catching patterns peaked my curiosity. The brand collaboration between actress Rosario Dawson and Adrima Eriah is a rising star in the fashion world with social justice credentials by supporting African production. Click below to see the fashion shows.

  • Before Tacky talks 959

    Before Tacky talks 959

    I met Paolo Ferrari at a fashion trade show in Berlin. His sustainable bags made from reused seat belts struck me as chic. I have been a fan ever sense. Check out our Before Tacky interview with the Italian handbag designer behind the 959 brand. Paolo speaks about why and how he creates the brand’s…

  • Before Tacky on Cody & Co

    Before Tacky on Cody & Co

    Before Tacky podcast talks to Phil Cody about his shoe brand Cody & Co. Click below to watch.

  • Before Tacky on NYFW

    Taking on New York Fashion Week. Before Tacky commentators give their opinions on the Big Apple’s fashion scene this season. The likes and hates.

  • No Bad Hair Screen Wear

    Still, in yet another lockdown since November the barbers and hair salons have been closed. Perhaps, getting a hair appointment, maybe possible on March 1st. Until then, with all my online conferences, interviews and meetings, I do not want to want to leave a lasting impression with a James Brown mugshot hairstyle. I adapted a…

  • Gender Spin at Apocrypha

    Gender Spin at Apocrypha

    While going over looks from Tokyo Fashion Week I came across Fashion Designer Apocrypha. The color combinations and lace materials grabbed my attention. I sent him an email. Happily, Creative Head Reiji Harimoto responded to grant Black and Paper an interview. What does the white represent in the collection?  It has several meanings. First, the…

  • Paris Fashion Week Couture Day 2 with 4

    Day two of Paris Fashion Week Couture, here are four we like. Stay tuned for more coverage on the designs, designers and collections.