RLV musings
Welcome to a world in motion. Fashion is no longer a seasonal shift—it’s a constant evolution. What was once rigid has become fluid, and what was formal is now reimagined through the lens of creativity, comfort, and self-expression. Today, tailored menswear isn’t confined to the boardroom. It walks confidently down city streets, lounges in cafés, […]
Menswear is embracing a renaissance—one where timeless elegance meets modern innovation. For Spring-Summer 2025, the Roger La Viale design team has been captivated by the resurgence of classic silhouettes enhanced with 3D-inspired fabric textures. No longer are fabrics confined to the two-dimensional world; they now come alive with movement, depth, and dynamic structure.This season, the […]
This is bound to raise some sharp reactions and emotions especially with those directly in this business. OK, so let’s do an imaginary survey…. If your numbers don’t add up to anything substantial, then is it true that formal wear is dead? The world is changing fast. That is the case always for any century. […]
They say the difference between ordinary and extraordinary is in the details… and in bespoke tailoring, those details begin with the fabric! Why do some suits command attention from the moment you step into the room, while others fade into the background? It’s not just about the cut or the fit, it’s the fabric that […]
“Elegance is refusal.” These words, famously spoken by Coco Chanel, capture the spirit of the Autumn-Winter 2024 menswear season. This is a time when refinement isn’t about excess but about selecting only the most purposeful, polished pieces… This season, menswear trends draw from rich histories, capturing the essence of elegance while embracing new, understated forms […]
There’s a quiet grace in custom craftsmanship, a whisper of artistry that weaves through the fabric with tradition, skill, and time. Isn’t it? Recently, while speaking with an acclaimed architect about wooden louvres, an intriguing truth emerged before us. Despite decades of mastery, the challenge they face is that the seasoned work crew- the traditional […]