Can Tom Ford do no wrong? I'm beginning to think so after taking a look at his spring ad campaign. Though Ford's eponymous menswear line is still fairy new, it's the luxury gold standard. Ever since the doors opened at Ford's swanky New York emporium, his off-the-rack suits (which start at $3,000) have been repeatedly featured in almost every men's fashion magazine, with much critical acclaim from fashion editors.
It's nice to see that Ford is starting to play with the proportions of the suit. For spring, the jackets are slightly shorter and the pants are ever so cropped (the influence of that other Thom -- Browne, that is -- is going strong.) I love a bare ankle in the warmer months. Speaking of which, as a GQ man, I'm thrilled to see that Ford ignores no sartorial detail (the pocket square, visible cuff, dimpled tie, sockless ankle.)
Hollywood loves Ford as well. Brad Pitt has been sporting Ford ensembles on the red carpet recently. Even James Bond ditched his Savile Row duds for Ford's refined, sexy, and powerful suiting in the "Quantum of Solace." Although, Daniel Craig kind of ran that momentum into the ground by wearing Ford over... and over... and over again.
But I digress. The sharp shoulders, wide, peak lapels, and bold patterns have become synonymous with a Ford suit. All of which have translated into his bright spring collection. I must admit, the thought of an all red suit was a little off putting at first, but Ford's option is far from Hillary; it's modern and dapper.
Could I pull off such a daring look? Maybe I'll just try a cerulean blazer come June...
Now I can't wait for summer. But while you guys are sweating it at the EL stop, I'll be airy cool with my bare ankles and cropped pants.
Photo credit: Tom Ford
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