influence: comp cards of decades past

With fashion week quickly approaching we here at IDLM though it would be fun to provide you with a little fashion flashback.

influence: editorial archetype

We know you get tons of ideas from editorials and so do we! Sometimes seeing something in your favorite magazine shows you the best way to make it work in reality. We drew comparisons between some editorial looks and popular IDLM items and found really strong connections. Check it out.

Compare this tough sporty look with the Bowler Tee and Sleeveless Batsman from SIR New York

Compare "It Girl" Cara Delevingne's motorcyle jacket with the stunningly similar Capulet Leather Jacket

We can't help but adore Grimes' fistful of rings. Achieve a similar look mixing the Cheap Monday Dimension Ring and Crystal Cross Ring from Luv AJ

Duplicate this casual print fantasy with the Stolen Girlfriends Club Knot Back Dress in Day Garden Print or Silk Flare Pant in Night Garden Print

INFLUENCE: 7 years of W KOREA - SUGAR, SPICE, AND EVERYTHING

To celebrate 7 years of  W Korea the magazine shot a selection of covers starring some of the most coveted models working today. Defying race and defining femininity, these covers are progressive and totally classic. Enjoy a selection of the covers and some behind the scenes images.

  

Photographer Jang Hyun Hong
W Korea Fashion Director: Yoo Kyung Choi
Models: Hyoni Kang, Maryna Linchuk, Crystal Renn, Anais Mali, Hanne Gaby Odiele, Julia Nobis & Valerija Kelava – Ford Models
Stylist: Karina Givargisoff (de facto)
Set stylist: Donnie Meyers (de facto)
Hair stylist: Shon (Julian Watson Agency)
Make up stylist: Sally Branka (Julian Watson Agency) using NARS
Manicurist: Dawn Sterling (Starworks Artists)
B-roll: Marcin Stawarz (Marek&Associates)
Executive Producer: Steven Hong at PIER59KOREA+Collective Warehouse
Senior Producer: Sang Ji at PIER59KOREA+Collective Warehouse
Casting Director & Main Producer: Sasha Jenny Park at PIER59KOREA+Collective Warehouse

All images via MDC

define yourself

this month, i-d has released five covers featuring models with inspiring personalities to match their stunning looks. our three favorites, photographed by danielle duella and iango henzi, are pictured here.

valentino

pop magazine's new valentino editorial has caught our attention with its success in capturing the house's new vision. the soft and feminine theme carries through a mix of colors and materials, with jacquelyn's poses only adding to the theme.

photographer: sean and seng
model: jacquelyn jablonski

the outsiders

dazed and confused just released this energetic feature that brings together an interesting set of characters.

director: sharif hamza
stylist: robbie spencer

barnaby roper - eniko interactive

here's the most interesting thing we've seen in a while. in this keegan singh editorial composed by barnaby roper, eniko mihalik not only drowns in enviable labels, but sways at the desire of the viewer. by merely pushing the letters of your keyboard in whatever sequence you choose, you can create your own videotorial. check it out here.