Oscar Buzz for a Single Man?

Might Tom Ford’s A Single Man but an Oscar dark horse? New York Magazine seems to think so. Hidden in their “Oscar Futures” column (which places the conventional wisdom on Precious for just about every category), is the prediction that Ford’s film will score nominations for Best Picture, Best Actor (Colin Firth) and Best Supporting [...]

HuGE’s Absolute Man

I seem to be on a little Japanese men’s fashion mag kick. Today I have for you a spread in October’s HuGE called “Absolute Man.” It features model Ash Stymest shot by photographer Satoshi Sakurai. Ash is wearing the latest from Balmain Homme.
You can see more here (with some English text) or [...]

Tom Ford Dresses Men

We love Tom Ford. And it looks like he’s big in Japan, too.  Japanese fashion magazine SENSE has run a nice editorial spread featuring Tom Ford’s fall/winter men’s line.

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Tom Ford to Launch Womenswear Line?

Reuters reports that Tom Ford International is raising funds to expand into womenswear.  Ford was, of course, the creative genius behind the revival of Gucci and Yves Saint-Laurent.  After leaving those brands, he’s focused on menswear, eyewear and fragrances.  This report suggests he will re-enter womenswear after rasing capital to do so.

Zac Posen on the Loose

Racked snapped this photo of Zac Posen, walking on W. 70th in NYC with his cute dogs.  He’s in a Tom Ford suit, an Amish hat, a kerchief in lieu of a tie, and holding a scarf (why?) along with one of his dog’s leashes. Hot, or not? Personally the suit, shirt and shoes work [...]

A Single Man: Tom Ford’s Film is Here

It’s here! A Single Man, Tom Ford’s film adaption of the Christopher Isherwood book, opened to raves at the Venice Film Festival. The Hollywood Reporter says the story “centers on a gay man who, after the sudden death of his partner, is determined to persist in his usual routine, which is [...]

Hot Posts: Summer Top 10

Wondering what was hot this Summer on Modern Destiny?  Here’s the scoop:

V Mag Swimwear Issue
Somewhere in Griffith Park — Arena Homme Plus Hotness
Tom on Tom: Everyone Looks Better Naked
Gossip Boy
Update: Tom Ford for Prez T-Shirt
Pandemonium As New Beckham Armani Underwear Ad Debuts
Bedroom Pinups for Boys
Daily Sneaker: Adidas Men’s Marathon 80
Fall Into The Gap
You Decide: Hot [...]

Gratuitous – Tom Ford

We haven’t posted about Tom lately.  And we neglected his birthday (Aug. 27th) last week.  So in honor of the Mr. Ford’s birthday here is our favorite image from the fall campaign. Happy Birthday, Tom.  If you’re ever in San Francisco, look us up, we’ll show you a good time. Enjoy!

Tom on Tom: Everyone Looks Better Naked

The Times of London has a great interview with Tom Ford (on whom my husband has an uyielding crush). I’ve included the best bits below, for your enjoyment.

On the afterlife: “Not so long ago, when Tom Ford was planning his funeral — he is very meticulous about everything — he thought that he might like [...]

April Tops: Your Favorite April Posts

Wondering what people found hot this month on Modern Destiny? Here are your favorite April posts…

1. The perennial favorites: Tom Ford for Prez, Update on Tom Ford for Prez T-Shirt, and Further Update
2. Dirk
3. Obsession: Wagoneer
4. Happy Days? Happy Socks!
5. Gratuitous: Lynn Kegan