Pitti WORKWEAR, a new exhibition project from the people behind Pitti Uomo fashion show, opened to solid reviews on Wednesday. As Bruce Pask at The Moment describes, “There were rows and rows of uniforms, from metallic fireproof suits and Carhartt construction-worker classics to doppelgängers with designer labels: jumpsuits from Thierry Mugler and Agnès b., a leather apron dress from Hermès and some great pieces from Gianni Versace’s 1994 women’s collection inspired by men’s overalls were great representations of the influence of the workman on fashion.” The exhibit gallery will be opened through February 8th at Stazione Leopolda in Florence, Italy.

R29’s Xiyin Tang reviews the coming year in menswear with a guide to dressing in 2009. “When it comes to fashion, you guys don’t always have it so easy. Updating your favorite wardrobe staples could easily be a no-brainer, but somehow, the idea of adapting runway trends to real life always turns into a bit of a fiasco. That’s why we’ve assembled a venerable man’s manifesto for dressing in 2009…”

Read “Man in Uniform” at R29’s Trend Watch.

“LE BOOK - the international reference for the creative industry – announces the release of its New York 2009 edition, art by fashion “punk glamor god and design icon Stephen Sprouse (1953-2004). This year marks the five-year anniversary of Sprouse’s passing and LE BOOK is honored to have his work “dress” its publication, continuing a lineage of cover artists that includes Karl Lagerfeld, Yves Saint Laurent, Vivienne Westwood, Yohji Yamamoto, and Azzedine Alaïa.”

LE BOOK New York 2009 is available for pre-order from La Boutique online, and via MOMA Design, Colette, and other doors in mid-March.

More views from LE BOOK New York 2009 by Stephen Sprouse after the jump.

We’re getting word that the pre-spring shipments should be arrving worldwide at A.P.C. stores in your hood. None of these products will be made available online so be sure to get out there, even if it is six inches deep in snow outside.

Japanese brand Rico recently held a press day showcasing their SS09 collection. Focusing on the ‘crumpled classics’ look with unstructured blazers and loose knitwear, Rico’s collection looks like it’ll have at least one piece that everyone will like. The denim side of the collection features various washes and fades as well as a denim jacket. Take a look at the rest of the collection after the jump. (via Own magazine)

Bulgarian designer Petar Petrov’s SS09 collection looks set to continue his rise in the fashion world. Colour wise this collection sees the University of Applied Arts Vienna graduate focuses on pastel colours rather than the striking golds, blacks and whites featured in his AW08 collection. Take a look at the rest of the collection after the jump.

The Porsche Cayman S automobile is indeed a sports car. Some has described it as a hybrid between the Boxter and the Carrera. We think its simply a hybrid of excellent design. How’s the power? As expected. Technical specs from Porsche.

“The 2.7-liter engine in the new Cayman generates 245 horsepower, while 201 lb.-ft. of torque arrives at just 4600 rpm and stays with you to 6000 rpm. The Cayman S is armed with 3.4 liters of total swept volume and a maximum of 295 horsepower at 6250 rpm.  Maximum torque is 251 lb.-ft. at 4400 rpm.” One true banger and available in my favorite shade of green.

More views of the Porsche Cayman S after the jump.

Music and runways are inseparable. Unless you run the avante garde circuit, music will be needed to set the tone for collections being shown for the first time to the public and editors alike. Many label and fashion houses have in-house music directors that ensure the proper that the two properly complement one another.

Cataloging the music of the runway is something that Agenda Inc. is obsessed with as Frillr points out to us. 

Agenda Inc, a luxury strategy consultancy based in Paris and San Francisco has taken it upon themselves to compile and rank the playlists that accompanied every runway show for Spring/Summer 2009. The list of artists and tracks is massive, as expected, but well worth examination if you want to follow how well music trends to fashion. “Agenda Inc also listed the top 10 tracks and the number of times they were played.” Again, thanks to Frillr for publishing the list.

View the full list after the jump. Be forewarned, the list of music and runway shows is massive. 

New denim from the Atelier La Durance line for Spring/Summer 2009. The Royston jean is made from 12.5oz broken twill denim (Japanese of course), with a nice cinch back for that classic 501 feel. Add a slight taper for that cool kid roll-up and we’re good to go. Oh, and it comes with a lightup. Enjoy.

More views of the Atelier La Durance Royston Denim for Spring/Summer 2009 after the jump.

Sweatpants may well become something more than lounging gear for the couch, gym, and the occasional run to the bodega, but the folks behind Silver Spoon Attire are pushing their wearability. As Dejour notes, "amiam from Silver Spoon, based out of London sent me a preview of their new S/S 09 collection and I like what I saw, but the one stand out piece for me were these grey trousers made with a thick cotton sweatpant material."