Centered on the idea of fashion as a source of inspiration rather than consumerism, Dapper Dan Magazine focuses on content that stimulates. Created by editors Vassilis Karidis and Nicholas Georghiou and creative director, Ismini Adami the magazine boats a unique aesthetic sensibility that values artistry as well as elegance. Presented entirely in black and white and featuring an assortment of fashion notables, the Greek bi-annual is sure to strike a cord with men who are style conscious, but don’t believe in following trends.

The lineup of designers is selective and impeccable: Damir Doma, Rei Kawakubo, Rick Owens, all talents that innovate within the field. The corresponding fashion stories and interviews are similarly inventive; with appealing twists on the menswear formula used by most publications. A full feature on the incredible one of a kind costumes of artist Christopher Kline, a conversational interview with Rick Owens and a unique accessories piece that pairs signet rings with jazz musicians; all things you’ll find within the pages of this thoughtfully edited glossy.

Matvey Lykov Photography by Vassilis Karidis | Styling by Nicholas Georghiou | Featured in Issue No. 3

Costumes by Christopher Kline Photography by Philip Wiegard | Featured in Issue No. 3

Vincent LaCrocq in Rei Kawakubo | Photography by Vassilis Karidis | Styling by Nicholas Georghiou | Featured in Issue No. 3

Photography by Charlotte Ballesteros and Hubert Marot | Featured in Issue No. 3

Photography by Genevieve Majari | Styling by Nicholas Georgiou | Featured in Issue No. 2

Photography by Vassilis Karidis | Styling by Nicholas Georgiou | Featured in Issue No. 1

Damir Doma Photography by Vassilis Karidis | Styling by Charilaos Meletiou | Featured in Issue No. 1

Sometimes less is more is an age old saying that has proved itself true throughout the years. In the September release of Dansk Magazine, Matvey Lykov shows that he needs little more than makeup and a simple accessory to command a photographer’s lens. The Russian model has been a perennial runway favorite, but if you thought you’d seen Matvey from every angle, think again. Bojana Tatarska gives us a rare glimpse at Lykov that is an odd combination of stunning artistic flair and distinctly masculine, brawny overtones. What speaks even more is his ability to shine completely bare next to the stunning Valentino ensemble of the always stunning Charlotte Di Calypso. (story by Gary Mazrek)

Adrien in Raf Simons, Charlie in Hermes, Robbie in YSL. (images from catwalking.com via tFS)

The men’s designers in Paris have spoken and their favorite models are the next generation of top faces. Adrien Sahores (one of the Prada campaign faces), after a small but stellar showing in Milan, exploded in the City of Lights booking more than 10 of the top brands. Following close on his heels are 2 other former newcomers to watch, Charlie France, who was available for the first time on the open market after his 2 seasons of exclusivity, and Robbie Wadge, another Englishman blessed with the elfin boyish beauty favored this season in France.

Our top 10 walkers Fall/Winter 2010 for Milan/Paris (based on number of shows, caliber of shows and number of times opening and closing):

1-Charlie France
2-Bastiaan Ninaber
3-Benoni Loos
4-Jakob Hybholt
5-William Eustace
6-Matvey Lykov
7-Philipp Bierbaum
8-Robbie Wadge
9-Nicolas Ripoll
10-Simon Nessman

Related stories:
Milan’s Top Men January 2009
Paris’ Top Men January 2009
New York’s Top men February 2009
Milan/Paris Top Men’s Newcomers July 2009

Arthur opens Jil Sander, Jacob opens Pringle, Simon closes Cavalli. (images from catwalking.com via tFS)

Our top 3 catwalkers for Milan men’s F/W 10 are Arthur Daniyarov, Jacob Coupe and Simon Nessman. These three young men walked the most prestigious brands and open AND closed the most shows compared to their compatriots, not a small feat with all the great talent that flocked there.Top 50 models Bastiaan Ninaber, Jakob Hybholt, Mark Cox, Mathias Bergh, Matvey Lykov, Philipp Bierbaum, runway king Casey Taylor and rising young stars, former top newcomer Charlie France and Julius Beckers also had impressive showings. Once Paris ends Sunday, we’ll bring you MDC’s top male newcomers of Milan and Paris.

Velvet has the market cornered on cool boys. The latest issue features effortlessly hip combination of Josh Beech, Matvey Lykov, Matthew Hitt, Will Westall, George Barnett & Ryan Hollas looking mod in sleek suits and ties. The stark black and white series by Takay serves to remind us that each and every one of these boy is versatile enough to pull off classic as well as contemporary.

Benoni Loos is leading the pack when it comes to Gucci. After walking the show as an exclusive two seasons in a row, Benoni lends his refined look to two of the brand’s campaigns. Showing his versatility, Benoni looks dapper in the black and white menswear ad and then switches to a rock n’ roll look for Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin‘s mainline campaign. Joined by Adrian Bosch, Matvey Lykov, Christian Brylle and Gerhard Freid, the striking Belgian represents exactly the kind of youthful cool that Frida and co. adore.

10 Men’s Winter Issue picks some of their favorite new faces in all their natural beauty, shot by Michelle Lee of KCD.

For more pictures and info on these young men, click on their name.

Adrian Bosch
Chris Pulliam
Dominique Hollington
Iso Deljanin

Jeremy Young

Johannes Linder
Lasse Pedersen
Luiz Afonso
Matvey Lykov

Top to bottom Adrian, Lasse, Iso. Top right Chris Pulliam

Top to bottom- left side, Matvey, Jeremy, Johannes. Top to bottom- right side, Luiz, Dominique, Perlin Gentil. Ph: Michelle Lee for KCD for Ten Men Winter 08

M4 Models, out of Hamburg, reps such top models such as Olga Sherer, Karmen Pedaru, Shannan Click as well as Adrian Bosch, Matvey Lykov and Shaun Haugh on the men’s side. M4 new faces such as Gren and Karolin continue this editorial trend of strong faces.

Gren/M4

Karolin/M4