Kobayashi Setsumasa’s clothing line, formly known as General Research, gets some love from the Wallpaper*. We love how Setsumasa decided on when to work on his new collection. “When … Research have sold out of clothes, Setsumasa and associates simply disappear back up to their cabin in Mpunt Fuji. This is one set-up that is not out to prove anything other than continue developing their love for original utility garments.” Read the full story at Wallpaper*.

More views from the Research Winter Collection after the jump.

The great Scoute Magazine has published their online guide to winter wear accessories. “An outfit is all about finishing touches and little details, so to follow up on the outerwear feature in our last issue, we’ve gathered up some accessories to help fight the nasty weather and make your winter attire stand out.”

View the full Scoute Winter Gear Accessories Guide at Scoute Online.

R29 just released their guide to 20 men’s coats for under 300$US. That is indeed a fair price for outerwear which is about the line line of protection anyone has from the “big chill.” As they put it, “Imagine saving all those Benjamins while you’re bedecked in an American classic, deflecting the downfall of stocks in an inviting rain jacket, or confronting the financial market head on in a military inspired top coat? And with the ebb and flow of the weather—and stocks—you’ll be ready for just about any forecast headed your way.”

The selection of 20 coats ranges from the goodness of Woolrich right down to the new bloods like Shades of Greige. See the full range of coats under 300$US at Refinery 29.

Its no doubt time for the knit sweaters to be pulled out of storage and be ready for the days to come. Or if you’re like me and purge your garments every season you’ll be looking for some new wears to keep your warm. Acne has a nice selection of sweaters and cardigans for the autumn months. Blackbird showcases a few of them. The "Slick Zip" vest is a favorite with its un-traditional zipper replacing the usual button treatments.

More from Acne’s Sweater offering for Autumn/Winter 2008 after the jump.

Japan’s Whereabouts is the latest great line to be previewed by Skeleton Legs. How can you not enjoy this label? Smart knit looks, excellent headwear and the uncanny ability to make us want each and every piece in the collection. Damn well done.

More views fom Whereabouts Autumn/Winter 2008 Collection after the jump.

Launched in 2002 by Dexter Wong, People’s Market have focused on slim cut staples such as skinny jeans and jackets. This collection sees a continuation of that but with added focus on knitwear.  Unlike the rest of the collection, the knitwear is decidedly oversized, with toggled shawl collar cardigans and extra long cardigans designed to be worn as outerwear all making an appearance. Take a look at the rest of the pictures after the jump

With Autumn in full swing, and the economy struggling a bit it may not be time to start looking for new threads to hold you over. But when Marc Jacob’s keeps presenting collections that steal from the purse while making your look great, its tough to hold out. (images via sl)

View more of the Marc Jacobs Autumn/Winter 2008 Collection after the jump.

Narrative  are a U.K based footwear brand that were established four seasons ago. Its creator Scott Emerson previously worked as head buyer of men’s footwear at Kurt Geiger, which in turn controls the footwear concessions in Harrods, Liberty and Selfridges.

Made in Italy, Narrative pride themselves on being high quality product without an exorbitant price. The line is inspired by a mixture of luxury Japanese sportswear, workwear, an English classic look and mod-ish forms.

A noted point Scott made was that, “Most modern guys change their look from day to day – from tailored to American workwear, denim, classic and so on. I wanted to produce a comprehensive story (or narrative) that enabled the customer to cherry pick the right shoes from my collection to fit the moment.”

See the rest of the Narrative A/W 2008 Collection after the jump.

Japan’s Satoru Tanaka previews their Fall/Winter 2008/2009 Collection. "In 1997, Satoru Tanaka founded “S.T.A.F”, a predecessor apparel brand of Satoru Tanaka, in Tokyo.  Pursuing his brand concept “Subtlety infused Beauty”, in 2003 Satoru Tanaka took a bold step forward and established the higher-quality line, ‘Satoru Tanaka’. 

View many runway looks from the Satoru Tanaka Spring/Summer 2009 Collection after the jump.

BBlessing NYC brings forth their first menswear collection this Fall of 2008. "BBlessinng brings its unique vision and perspective to bear on the men’s ready-to-wear for the first time." The Fall/Winter 2008 Collection takes inspiration from "the hushed forest tectures and crisp breaks of the Pacific Northwest region of the United States." Follow the American way with BBlessing this Fall.

Many more views of the BBlessing Fall/Winter 2008 Collection after the jump.