Case of Recurrence II

Givenchy Fall/Winter 2012

Oh wait, the studded shirt has already come back. Resurrected by the hands of Riccardo Tisci. Enhanced, enriched and enlarged by the embellished Minotaur nose ring. Anyways, I still want the Prada!
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Image credits GQ.com

The World's Sexiest Male Fashion Designers

1. Riccardo Tisci
2. Romain Kremer
3. Tim Hamilton
4. Tom Ford
5. Bruno Pieters
6. Nicolas Ghesquière
7. Helmut Lang
8. Stefano Pilati
9. Marc Jacobs
10. Bernhard Willhelm

In tradition of cockeyed, end-of-year Top 10 lists, I've compiled a subjective selection of the most adorable men in fashion. Referring to both, skills and looks. Any appreciation is appreciated.
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Iconographic Omen

1. Riccardo Tisci by Steven Klein
2. Givenchy Fall/Winter 2011
3. Givenchy Fall/Winter 2002

Why the rottweiler? Riccardo Tisci explains: 'In spite of the fact that everyone thinks I am very much a rottweiler — that I am very dark and everything — I have a side that is very romantic that I show to very few people.' Interestingly enough, the quadruped already appeared before Tisci took on his legacy.
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Quote via Interview Magazine

Death

1. Vanitas still life & Givenchy Spring/Summer 2011
2. Hedi Slimane still life & Comme des Garçons Spring/Summer 2011

I've never understood the fascination for it. I am afraid of death. Who can take this fear away? Or is this even possible? Men in leopard skirt shorts might be a consolatory beginning.
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Persuasive Precedent

Givenchy Spring/Summer 2010 vs. Byblos & Just Cavalli Fall/Winter 2010

Riccardo Tisci's influence is undeniable. Sometimes subtly persecuted, sometimes more evidently. It all becomes apparent when having a look at Milan. And we are sure, for Fall/Winter 2010 another directional collection can be expected from Monsieur Tisci.
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Image credits Catwalking

Veil

Givenchy Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2009

I think I am in love with the golden nose accessory. Opulence and orientalism created a very intriguing almost frightening scenario that leaves me a wee bit jinxed. And I warn you, don't look these creatures in the eye...
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Image credits Catwalking