Eddie and Patsy driving around in their Absolutely Fabulous chauffeur and making every excuse they could to go via Harvey Nichols - even if it was in the complete wrong direction - is something I think we can all identify with. Whilst we may not all be lucky enough to have drivers, Harvey Nichols is more accessible then ever, with seven stores around the country (Knightsbridge, Edinburgh, Dublin, Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol, Leeds) as well as being available 24/7 online. What makes them so unique is that they're a fashion authority that take their selection and editing very VERY seriously. But then they have too - apparently, you can fit all 8 floors of the Knightbridge Harvey Nichols store into just 1 floor of Harrods - and so every single piece that they select HAS to be very carefully considered, with the fashion conscious HN consumer in mind.
And this meticulous selection process isn't just for the ladies - because Harvey Nichols is now THE destination boutique store for menswear as well. And to prove it, what's really exciting is that for AW13 they are bringing on board a whole selection of new menswear brands to get your sartorial taste buds salivating, catering too all the big autumn trends - from varsity to punk, urban knitwear to gothic street wear, and patchwork to my personal favourite, the heavy print! Here's a pick of some of my favourite brands within their new AW13 lineup...
Anne Demuelemeester - a dark shadowy AW13 collection that's true to Ann's signature look, flocking and chandelier prints in a chic monochrome palette

Damir Doma - the Paris based designer focuses on texture for his AW13 collection through quilting, piping and contrasting panels in a modern and wearable

Aqua by Aqua- bringing wonderfully trippy prints and a high fashion aesthetic to street wear, Aqua by Aqua is an innovative and fresh addition

Mr Hare - epitomising underground classic cool when it comes to shoes

Gareth Pugh- adding a dark twist to the Harvey Nicholls menswear selection, Gareth Pugh's leather and sculptured tailoring is wonderfully gothic.

Public School - a collection inspired by the energy, beauty and darker side of New York. Now that's cool!

Casely-Hayford - merging East London sports influences with hip-hop culture, this collection gives street wear with a contemporary Japanese edge

Dior Homme- sleek and structured is what AW13 at Dior Homme as all about. Synched in with safety belt buckles, closed with unexpected zips and tailored to create a modern sleek silhouette

General Idea- this Korean label plays with panelling, contrasting fabrics, quilted outerwear and piece-work Jersey's creating a sporty oversized look

Valentino- debuting at Harvey Nicholls, the AW13 Valentino collection, with youthfully cut plaid suits and leather panelled tailored overcoats

Probably shouldn't say this now that the sun has just about emerged for this year, but i kinda can't wait for autumn now - because if Harvey Nichols have anything to do with it, it's going to be a damn stylish one!
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