Rick Owens

Tailored layering at its best. Soft, textured, and subtle variations in colour work wonders in this collection that would have otherwise been lost in a sea of black. I love the open/close presentation of the pieces - everything is done up to the neck, and then opens up to allow for easy movement. My particular favorite this season is the cape-like silhouette popping up everywhere. Here, Rick Owens offers up a few variations on the shape from the sweater cape to the gold sleeveless sheath and the side-cape. The tailed jackets towards the end were a nice twist on the mens tailed tuxedo.

Imaginative, wearable, and functional pieces are an Owen specialty, and this collection will undoubtedly reel in some new followers.

source: style.com

Hooresenbuhs

Hooresenbuhs, a Santa Monica based jewelery and accessories house, is my current fancy. A business strategy without the penchant to peddle their goods to anyone who will have a look-see wins major points with me. Designer Robert Keith believes more in an organic growth this luxury label. His designs evolve from the beauty of the materials rather than the recognizably of a logo. Forget bling, Hooresenbuhs excels at creating bespoke pieces for people looking for a work of art. Their signature TriLink (three horizontal eych's) represents strength, quality, and continuous opulence.

Named after the Dutch trade ship on wich Keith's ancestors ferried precious stones and metals, Hooresenbuhs continues the tradition 'trading riches for riches, in a lavish quest to shower fortunes on those who seek abundance.'

source: hooresenbuhs.com