Male Muse: Prince Pelayo.

It’s been well documented – both on this blog and elsewhere (read: my relentless “Neeeeed these boots…”, “Omg boots 09. WANT!” tweets) – that I’m in search of a good pair of boots for the harsher season ahead. While I’ve come across a vast number of prospective purchases I’ve not contemplated how I’d actually wear them should I decide to make such a large dent to my bank account. Prince Pelayo (Pelayo Diaz Zapico), renowned boy-blogger, Kate Moss-devotee and CSM fashion student, works a look that easily inspires.

Granted his bone structure and impeccably coiffed hair helps, but it’s his eclectic approach to style that impresses most. No one fuses sophistication with street ease as well (at least when he’s actually clothed…)

^ In a Givenchy-esque ensemble of black and blue, which is surely one of the best colour combos ever. It seems customisation with safety-pins has come a long way from attaching tattered punk band patches to backpacks (see blogger Augustine Wong’s gold pin-covered bow-tie that I lauded a while back). According to the blog, the tee has been DIY-ed and Pelayo sells them to those who have a hankering.

^ Sporting the signature look of shorts and Docs. Shirt, tie and shorts are by NY-based Davidelfin, who Pelayo raves about on Kate Loves Me. Not that difficult to see why – detailed basics in mint green. Want.

Note: This is cut short somewhat since work and packing have usurped an inordinate amount of time. Do check back soon for what’s bound to be somewhat sketchy but hopefully somewhat interesting LFW menswear coverage…

Images from Kate Loves Me