Da Man February 2022 - March 2022

Around the end of last year, a popular joke circulating on social media was how we were about to enter “twenty twenty too” featuring reruns of all the maladies that plagued us during the first year of the crisis. And sure, while the start of 2022 had its fair share of bad news, you simply can’t help be a bit bearish about the months to come. Or perhaps tiger-ish would be not too off the mark here. With New Year’s still fresh in our memories and Valentine’s just around the corner, we’re also entering the Year of the Tiger. On that note, it’s always interesting how various international fashion, watches and even gadget brands would join in the celebrations to welcome the New Lunar Year with thematic launches. Often limited,…

Hovering between liberating ostentation and openly embraced sensitivity, color espouses everything championed by menswear this season. Sitting front and center, pastels have confidently overtaken menswear classics. Specifically, throughout this season, various designers have been much more subtle in introducing pieces that are traditionally feminine into the heart of the male wardrobe; but if you’re not up for that just yet, pastel is the way to go. Seen here is Dior’s dusty-rose blazer and trousers from the brand’s Spring/Summer 2022 collection. The collection itself is a pastel-hued homage to the rose garden of Monsieur Dior’s youth and the cactus patches of rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer Travis Scott, whom Dior is collaborating with for the collection. Trousers are fluid and split at the hems and the blazer loose fitting—fusing classical…

Sleeveless Life The sleeveless knit trend has been building up for quite some time now and has become something of a hit this season. Basically, for spring/summer 2022, the craze has gone into overdrive. Etro incorporated the trend with a delicate style while other houses like Dior Men and Erdem used knit pieces infused with other patterns. Whether V-neck or round, this summer is the right time to take the biceps out for a day in the sun. Psyched Up When we say psychedelic prints are back on trend, we mean something entirely different than those from the 1970s. This is, after all, the 21st century. Vivid abstract psychedelic prints are the must-haves for spring/summer 2022. This time, there is a chromatic range of bold and neon colors for an…

The Legend The seasonal campaigns of French luxury fashion house Saint Laurent have never lacked in star power. For its spring/summer 2022 showcase, though, Saint Laurent really kicked it up a notch by tapping the immense old-school charisma of none other than Al Pacino. The multi-award-winning actor and filmmaker—best known for legendary titles such as “Scarface,” “The Godfather” movies, “The Devil’s Advocate” and recently “House of Gucci”—appears in a series of black and white images captured by photographer David Sims. Unsurprisingly, Pacino was able to beautifully highlight creative director Anthony Vaccarello’s modern take on the classics with vintage-inspired tailoring. Of particular note, Pacino wore a three-piece pinstripe suit and a double-breasted coat. Under His Charm Lacoste recently announced Auckland-born actor and musician K.J Apa as its newest ambassador for the…

The Art of Utility Bally’s spring/summer 2022 collection, titled Art of Utility, reimagines sartorial sportswear with freedom of movement and ease for the post-pandemic future. This tailored, modern-day uniform urges us to select fewer pieces at a higher quality level, to be worn in intuitive and natural ways to create an intimate connection between an article of clothing and its wearer. Craftmanship plays a big role with sophisticated techniques and artisanal details such as leatherwoven pattern, intricate quilting and whip stitching. Drawing inspiration from workwear, whether an artist’s smock or utilitarian jackets, the collection makes the ordinary extraordinary, honoring the value of the handmade. The Tiger’s Stripes Onitsuka Tiger continues to present contemporary collections that combine fashion with sports and heritage with innovation. To commemorate the Year of The Tiger—coincidentally…

The Little Wonder Called Retinol If you’re noticing deeper lines around your face or a less smooth texture to your skin, you probably want to consider adding retinol to your grooming routine. Retinol is a vitamin A derivative that was discovered by scientists who were working on developing treatments for severe acne. Today, the substance has been turned into one of the best grooming products that actually helps reverse wrinkles. Put simply, adding retinol to your routine will speed up cell turnover. That being said, use with caution as it does tend to make skin more sensitive to light. The smart way to use retinol is to put it on before bed or add some SPF for daytime ise. While products containing retinol deliver great results, they’re not magic and…