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Haider Ackermann successfully launched his menswear line last season, but has already decided to quit it. For now there will be no more men’s clothing from the Belgium label.

A spokesperson from BVBA 32, the company that operates and produces Haider Ackermann’s collections said: ‘The decision to present a one-season collection was a creative decision. Haider wanted to underline the image he made for his women’s line with the man at her side. The men’s collection will be added again at the time Haider wants to and it will not be linked to a season. Creativity cannot be forced into a time frame. It is the emotion of the moment being translated to a collection, which is presented and sold to retailers who believe in creativity as such.’

Could it be that Haider Ackermann needs his time to prepare for his new job at Chanel? Last week in Numero magazine Karl Lagerfeld named Ackermann as his potential successor at Chanel. Yet we doubt Karl is leaving Chanel any time soon.  

(Vogue)

Christopher Kane for men

Christopher Kane will soon launch his first menswear line at Dover Street Market. The designer already sold a capsule collection of T-shirts there and will now expand this line, thanks to its success.
Kane created sweaters, cardigans, black leather suit jackets, T-shirts and sporty leather shorts.
The collection arrives in Dover Street Market early December.

(Vogue)

Toronto Fashion Week Impressions Day 2

The second day of LG Toronto Fashion Week labels like Pink Tartan, Jessica Jensen/Alexander Berardi and Line Knitwear were on the calendar.

Pink tartan is a true Canadian brand co-founded  by Kimberley Newport-Mimran. The label is a reflection of Kimberley’s personal style: pretty, polished, and elegant. As a contemporary woman with impeccable style, she always wanted to design beautifullymade, practical clothes that can take women from day to dinner.

Jessica Jensen is a Canadian handbag label. The collection combines luxurious Italian leathers, handcrafted workmanship, unique detailings and seasonal hues creating designs that are both timeless and fresh. For Spring Summer 2011, Jessica Jensen is proud to collaborate with New York designer, Alexander Berardi on an exclusive collection of limited edition handbags. He also presented a selection of his ss 2011 ready to wear.

Combining their distinct confidence in style and appreciation for simplicity, long-time friends John Muscat and Jennifer Wells recognized the need to revolutionize the face of knitwear in hopes to produce quality knits that accommodate both practicality and style. A timeless staple for any woman, Line exudes feminine class and luxury while identifying the need for comfort and ease.