Spike Jonze is a Fantastic Man

If you're sitting at your desk thinking about something to do, know this: Fantastic Man is fantastically fantastic. Seriously.
In short, read it. With that said you're probably going "Should I be into this? I'm already a GQ subscriber!". Well that's great and all, but this is better. Why? It just is.

For starters Fantastic Man is completely original, witty and showcases real style (which, let's be honest, is pretty hard to come by). Turning each page means being inspired. Take their ROTATION production (in collaboration with Dior Homme) for instance. Each week a new video showcasing a key look from the Kris Van Assche-designed collection for A/W 13 is released - but on dancers who are vogue-ing out. The Daily Recommendation on the Fantastic Man website is also worth bookmarking, simply because each item (from the benefits Chanel's Hair Mist to layering denim) is thoughtfully presented and perfectly curated. In short the whole thing is worth your time. And mine.

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Summer Essentials: The Mood

Some people are all about music or film, but for me it's all about that really great shot. A moment and mood captured.

I have always loved collecting and studying images that mean something to me, even if I wasn't quite sure what that something was (it's all about the unknown right?). Eventually I'll sift through my collection (either on Pinterest or Instagram), looking for common threads and themes I'm into. Here's what I'm thinking:

Shorts + Blazers: I dig the whole preppy-boarding-school-meets-grown-up thing, especially when vibrant prints are casually worn under perfectly tailored blazers, just to take the edge off - you know? I like how functional this type of look is to wear, and how easy (aka breezy) it can be, especially in summer. 

The Perfect Shirt: Nothing screams perfection more than a starched white shirt. The feeling of wearing a clean and crisp shirt, especially sans tie and buttoned all-the-way-up, is completely unparalleled. I have openly been coveting this Dior Homme 'collar stand' shirt for some time (and yes, dear reader, gifts are always welcome).

The Loafer: If I had to describe myself as a shoe, I would definitely be a loafer (what would you be? This game is FUN!). I still wear my very first pair, by Bally - my father's from the 80ies. Sure, I did the whole Tods and Car Shoe thing, but truthfully it's all about Gucci's Horsebit collection (get involved people, there is something to be said about timelessly elegant footwear).  

*Click the arrows above to browse the inspiration (and shop) the mood.