NOWNESS visits the studio of acclaimed calligraphist, Nicolas Ouchenir, who has done work for the likes of Hermès, Louis Vuitton and Dior to name a few. The 33 years old Parisian has hand lettered invites for the top fashion houses for more than a decade. Many are sure to recognize the art and labor involved in doing calligraphy. Amazing work.

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Here is an exclusive look at the latest video showcasing Dior Homme’s Autumn/Winter 2011 collection as shot by Willy Vanderperre. We asked designer, Kris van Assche his thoughts on the use of digital media in translating the Dior Homme message. In his words:

“I don’t know whether watching a 15 minute show on the internet is of much interest to anyone… I thought it would be a good idea to apply a different, creative approach using the boys, the clothes and the venue of the show and make it into something new and dynamic to watch. I knew I could count on Willy Vanderperre to capture the mood and the spirit of the show in a powerful synthesis. This three minute video tells the same story in a different way.”

A look at the Dior Homme Autumn/Winter 2011 video by Willy Vanderperre which sets the mood for the new season and collection.

Japan’s highly influential HUgE Magazine delivers this editorial showcasing the Dior Homme Autumn/Winter 2011 collection inside their September 2011 issue. Photography was done by Katsuhide Morimoto with styling by Tsuyoshi Nimura. The print editorials tend to do the best job in highlighting the very best from collections. This look at Dior Homme is no exception. Thanks to EMM for the looks.

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Highsnob looks at Dior Homme’s take on the sweat sneaker: “From their Spring/Summer 2011 Collection Dior Homme has released the Sweat Sneaker. The low top sneaker features both fleece and leather on the upper. The dark indigo washed fleece is accented with black leather and metallic silver accents on the heel.

This three-lengths trench coat form the Dior Homme line is a prime investment in your wardrobe. The trench features a well-formed cut that assists in a stand out look. Kris Van Assche does it right for Dior Homme.

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“Mimetic Desire is a fashion film collaboration between art director Jaime Rubiano & filmmaker Jason Last. The film features Nicolas Ripoll in Dior Homme, styled by Jenke-Ahmed Tailly.”

Finally, a video preview of the forthcoming Dior Homme film.

WWD has exclusive stills from Kris Van Assche’s forthcoming film for Dior Homme: “The Time I Had Some Time Alone.” “Dior Homme’s creative director tapped photographer Willy Vanderperre to create a gritty “alternative” video showcasing the spring/summer collection on model Victor Nylander, who writhes on a discarded strip of carpet in a suit and raw-edged tunic.”

More stills form Dior Homme’s “The Time I Had Some Time Alone” films after the click.

Two tuxedo silhouettes from Dior Homme are sure to snap you right into form for all form of formal wear (say that 10x fast). They’re available in wide or narrow lapels and feature wing collars and black or white on white bow ties  - tone on tone as they say.

More looks after the click.