PITTI UOMO 93: Flocks of Peacocks

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Welcoming the new year, Pitti Uomo 93 is back in a full swing. The streets of Florence are once again filled with classy men decked in coats, suits, scarves and hats to visit the bi-annual trade show that serves as the premier international event for menswear with the latest season launches.

As we feast our eyes and tickle our senses scouring through the vibrant sights and sounds of Pitti 93, it inspired us to bring you 3 great looks spotted in typical Pitti fashion, where the streets serve as everyone’s personal runway.

 

The Traffic Stopper

What we love: Pops of colour that stop you in your tracks, not in shock but in wonder of how you’re drawn to his every antic.

What’s the story: Dick Tracy given the Burberry treatment of impeccable British tailoring and colour pairing.

Picture: Pitti Uomo by WWD

1. Yellow Quilted Jacket by Our Legacy
2. Single Breasted Coat by Lanvin
3. Men Extra Fine Cotton Striped Long-sleeve Shirt by Uniqlo
4. Bee-embroidered slim-leg corduroy trousers by Gucci
5. Regal Money Clip Billfold in Onyx Black by Gnome & Bow
6. Medallion Silk Tie by Boss
7. Strand Briefcase in Jungle Green by Gnome & Bow
8. Helmskull Bracelet in Obsidian Black by Gnome & Bow
9. Men's Tan Leather 'Coney' Derby Shoes by Paul Smith

 

The Pitti Peacock

What we love: Pitti would not be Pitti without its iconic flock of peacocks. Champions of experimentation with a flair, but somewhat remnants of tradition. Also known as the Nudapper as beautifully described by His Style Diary.

What’s the story: Birds of paradise meets new-world gentlemen.

Picture: Pitti Uomo by GQ Magazine

1. End on End Cotton Dress Shirt by Charvet
2. Classic coat by Maison Flaneur
3. Faulty Check Cropped James Bond Trousers by Vivienne Westwood
4. Aramis Crossbody Clutch in Black by Gnome & Bow
5. Medallion-Print Silk Repp Necktie by Kiton
6. Alexander McQueen Black Skull Large Umbrella by Alexander McQueen
7. Leicester Coin Case in Jungle Green by Gnome & Bow
8. Round Metal Gold Sunglasses by Ray-Ban
9. Fleur-de-lis Bracelet in Green by Gnome & Bow
10. Frye Luke Oxford by Frye

 

The Caramel Fella

What we love: As soothing to the eye as it is caramel to rolling off our tongues and down our throats, this look has been a favourite, and in our opinion, always will be.

What’s the story: A stylish Robinson Crusoe stranded in the desert.

Picture: Pitti Uomo 93 by GQ Magazine

1. White formal shirt by Dolce & Gabbana
2. Knitted Sweater by Kent & Curwen
3. Heritage Web Tape Crêpe Wool Flare Pant by Gucci
4. Double-breasted camel-hair coat by Vetements
5. Porthos Briefcase in Black by Gnome & Bow
6. Black and Gold Glasses by Linda Farrow Luxe
7. Lucky Horse Bracelet in Brown by Gnome & Bow
8. Men's Swiss Chronograph Heritage Series Calendoplan Cognac Leather Strap Watch by Movado
9. Brighton Card Wallet in Jungle Green by Gnome & Bow
10. White Leather Sneakers by Jimmy Choo