Story by Milo Vega
Photos by David Lewis Taylor

In the men’s Replay Autumn/Winter 2009 collection the Global Garb Gathers theme, established in previous collections and now a hallmark of this international brand, finds a measure of refinement and a hint of rockabilly to be the perfect compliment to the Replay lifestyle.

Universally recognized as a leader in making exceptionally hip denim the often-embellished jeans are gradually becoming looser in fit and complete with innovative washes, wrinkling, and detailing. The collection is an amalgamation of inspirations and the perspective clearly announces that individualism in dressing is devoid of rules. Modern cut and restyled work wear shirts are layered under graphic print jersey sweatshirts and worn with treated denim all framed by racing inspired outerwear.

The classic pea coat is updated with appliqués, leaner cuts, and fabricated with distressed wool. In the hands of the designers at Replay, the flannel shirt is fresh and an affront to the layers of any outfit. The classic schoolboy blue blazer is the ultimate accessory, yet from Replay this standard staple is more rock and roll then finishing school - confident and cheeky. A gossip girl boy gone bad and is there anything more sexy than that? You want to be that guy, because even when his luck is running out, his fate will surely turn around and soon he and his band mates will headline at the next Global Gathering. Replay 2009 has a captivating energy.

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