The Goods

Scents and sensibility

Though renowned for footwear, leather goods and a rather remarkable womenswear line last season, Salvatore Ferragamo's getting a whiff of the multibillion-dollar perfume market, with the launch of Attimo pour Homme (right; HK$780 for a 100ml eau de toilette spray). The cologne is infused with "aromatic notes of marjoram, effervescent cardamom and sparkling mandarin. Heart notes have a spiciness of saffron together with a modern touch of pimento". Which translates to a rather pleasant and non-cloying aroma. The Attimo pour Homme collection is available at Sogo in Causeway Bay, tel: 2833 8338 and, from October 1, at Lane Crawford, Times Square, Causeway Bay, tel: 2157 0729.

V the people

V-neck patterns, V-necked tops, V-necked sweaters - a pattern appears to have developed in Prada's latest menswear line. For the devilishly fashionable, it's a return to colour as shown in the glistening green lurex top (HK$6,900) with an embellished print, paired with true-blue trousers (both left; HK$7,400). For the more modest, the brown knitted V-necked top (HK$7,880) and grey slacks (both far left; HK$5,800) have just the right quota of conservative fashion fluidity. Prada is in the IFC Mall, Central, tel: 2234 7211.

Take it as red

Bally's iconic red and white stripe is making a guest appearance on many of the brand's leather goods and accessories this season. The Trainspotting range uses the pattern as trims on bags, iPad and laptop carriers, shoes and other leather goods. For the man on the move, check out the long leather wallet (left; HK$3,590) and the leather belt (below left; HK$1,790). Bally is in IFC Mall, tel: 3586 2899.

Heir and graces

As Evan Yurman, heir apparent to his designer father David's eponymous jewellery company, assumes the role of design director of the men's collection, the young Yurman's passion for history is evidenced on a series of signet rings. The rings (below), worn in ancient Egypt as symbols of power and nobility, are in sterling-silver and mounted with a choice of three stones: black onyx; cinnamon quartz; and Garnet. The collection is available at David Yurman, IFC Mall, tel: 2295 0005.

September 18, 2011
P. Ramakrishnan