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Mik Cire bills its self as "alternative men's designer clothing"  Now a days, not much is alternative since there are so many choices and styles in which anything goes. Though, Mik Cire does have a certain look that repeats season after season. Perhaps they should adopt the tag line "Bad ass men's designer clothing."

Colors: Black, gray, one lone red leather jacket

Materials: leather, cotton, shearling, knit

Loved Looks

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The clothes from this Fall's looked very much like last Fall's Dirty Harry collection. That's my name for it, by the way, not his. But it works. Its sexy. This straight girl thinks so and so did the two gay gentlemen sitting next to me who were cat calling every time a new guy walked out. Kim's clothes are the perfect balance between the guy who still sports a Nirvana tee under a flannel and the guy who piles on Brooks Brothers three-piece suit. Mik Cire is not too stuffy and not too dirty. This guy could kick your ass...only if he wanted to.

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I loved that he brought back the spats, suspenders and that even though the majority of the pieces were black, subtle details like square buttons made taliored jackets more interesting than simply just a blazer. Because of lack of the use of color, and sticking more to assorted shades of gray, this line could suit rockers well. Whenever we have a photo-shoot dude musicians for magazines or what not, they always bring a bunch of thier own clothes to show us--and guess what? All black. Perhaps Mik Cire would fair well with his own stand alone boutique in the LES or stores that carry lines like John Varvatos.

Unloved Looks

I was hoping to see less repetition of last falls looks. For no other reason except that I really loved the line the first time I saw it. I was really expecting Kim to bring it way over the top of Fall 2010's collection.

People, Scene, Music

It was an interesting assorted crowd for 4pm on a cold Saturday afternoon. Lauren Ezersky looked rocking in her black skull cap and leather jacket. Miss Jay Alexander sassin' it up, Micheal Musto, Eric West (is he related to Kanye? I'm so out of the loop) and Shannon Elizabeth sat front row. Music was a remix by John Brown of Starfield by The New Division.

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MIK CIRE

Former Monarchy designer Eric Kim makes his second round at the Tents at Lincoln Center for New York Fashion Week. This men's designer is one to watch. He has past successful lines under his leather spats and is his own line is taking off.

Colors: Black, white, gray with hint of red.

Materials: cotton, leather, denim

Loved Looks

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© Ed Kavishe, Fashion Wire Press

© Ed Kavishe, Fashion Wire Press

Since I attended the show for the Fall season, I knew I could expect some sexy men in hot clothes. With a combination of Lower East Side toughness and California skater vibe, each look was simple, but had that something extra for men who aren't trying too hard. Like last season, Kim had black trenches and fitted black jackets that men need to add to their wardrobe. Now. If I could add one word of advice, my readers went crazy over last season's leather spats and maybe they can be worked into a look or two for spring. I loved the scarves and men's jewelry with the white tees.

Unloved Looks

As a strict proponent against flip flops of any sort on male or female, unless they are wearing them at the beach or in a locker room, even Kim's funky shaped black and white shower shoes made me wince. Though, if guys decide to wear them in either of these scenarios, then they were totally cool.

Music

I missed the chance to Shazam it!

People and Scene

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It was the no fuss Lincoln Center white runway venue. While there wasn't much of a set design, which is typical of these shows, MIK CIRE doesn't need them. At his shows its all eyes on the clothes. That is, unless you're into down-to-earth hottie Shannon Elizabeth and The Perry Farrell, who sat front row. I was also overjoyed to see rising male model Shawn Sutton walking in the show. I had the pleasure of working with him on a shoot for Japan's WestEast magazine which will be out in October.

For an upclose of the dudes of the MIK CIRE show, check out Fashionisto's backstage coverage.

Read Fashion Funhouse Emporium's Fall 2010 coverage of MIK CIRE. Its fall, in case you forgot.

My official Mercedes Benz Fashion Week accreditation is still pending, as it seems the Lincoln Center move is also an excuse to be more selective. Regardless, with all the off-site and independent shows going on, I'm still planning on bringing some coverage whether I'm cool enough for another season with an "official" lanyard. So, with out further commentary here is what I want to see for Spring 2011--though fall 2010 is just hitting stores now.

MIK CIRE BY ERIC KIM

Photo via  Twitter - MikCireNews

Mik Cire by Eric Kim blew me away with the fall collection. There was something so smooth and effortlessly cool about his men's collection. Kim, who's also the  former CEO of Monarchy, launched last fall with leather spats, knit hats and button down shirts with East Village cowboy vibe.

I can't wait to see what this innovative menswear designer will send down the runway for next Spring. Just a note for Eric Kim, more leather spats!

Photo via  Twitter - MikCireNews

SIMON SPURR

Photo via Simon Spurr Facebook

With some pretty powerful names on his resume, including Yves St. Laurent and CK Calvin Klein, Simon Spurr launched in 2006. This past fall he showcased some very sleek menswear and made it okay for men to wear red and purple. Trench coats with a dropped waist, classic three piece suits and a hint of color, here's to hoping to see more gentlemen on the runway this spring.

Photo: Simon Spurr Facebook

BILLY REID

Photo: GQ.com

Launched in 1998, Billy Reid was welcomed with praise. In 2001, Billy won the prestigious CFDA Perry Ellis award. Though due to economic difficulties he was forced to shutter his business. Though, in 2004 he came back with a very personal aesthetic in which he refers to as " American, classic, sturdy, heirloom, Southern."

Though, piece by piece, his collection is full of basics that fit any guy's style.  These tough, ultra cool tall boots are among my favorite pieces from the fall 2010 collection. And I'm not alone in the appreciation of Reid's collection. He made into the top ten designers to be part of the CFDA Fashion Fund.

Photo: GQ.com

READ MORE PAST FASHION WEEK COVERAGE:

Spring 2011 Men's Designers to Watch

Irina Shabayeva Runway Fall 2010

Fall 2010 Condensed Report A-L

Fall 2010 Condensed Report M-Z