EAST GEEK CHIC

Oyster Mag

Founded in a studio in Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs in 2004, Oscar Calvo is fast becoming one of Australia’s most accessible men’s street wear labels. They specialise in tailored, preppy ensembles, capturing the essence of an active, adventurous and spirited lifestyle. Calvo’s latest collection includes nautical inspired cotton polo knits in traditional black and white stripes, a close-fitted v-neck sweater, and a prep-tacular press-stud cardigan featuring contrasting grosgrain panels. The latter of the three is Calvo’s pick of the season, and should be worn in whatever way suits your personality best, be it buttoned-up like a private school boy, open and breezy like the city that the label calls home, or as part of a geek-chic, three piece suit. The collection oozes Melbourne charm, reflecting elements of the city’s art, spirit and glamour, with a distinct worldly feel. Citing Gaultier’s macho sailor cliché as one of his inspira¬tions, Calvo recalls his label’s first runway show: “The people, the music, the lights… it was electric!” There are a number of things that set this label apart from the sea of sameness in menswear on the market today, but the most important is their commitment to bridging the gap between fashionability and wearability. Oscar Calvo incorporates a deliberate sparring of styles, both retro and modern, with a carefree attitude and a classic aesthetic. Bring out the geek without compromising the chic.

Bittersweet

Let’s take love back to the old school. Lose yourself in this classic seaside tale of boy meets girl, romantic prints and dapper elegance.

X&Y Magazine
Photographed by Kirsty Duchet

FAT stocks CALVO

OC knitwear is now available in FAT stores across Melbourne. The place for midrange streetwear in Melbourne, Fat has been around for ten years and could be dubbed an institution of sorts. Stores can be found in Prahran, Chadstone, Melbourne’s GPO and Fitzroy. For store details please click here.

Words By Lara Antonelli

Oscar Calvo is the striking and sophisticated menswear label that is taking the fashion industry by storm! Calvo’s designs manage to truly capture the adventurous spirit from within, with pieces that work harmoniously with a savvy and energetic lifestyle. The Oscar Calvo man highlights his personality and style, allowing it to shine through his wardrobe from morning to night. Not only does Oscar Calvo design collections that are made with high quality materials and classic cuts, Calvo’s talent has extended to writing, directing and producing fashion shows with his exciting new Fashion PR and Events Company, aptly titled, OC Communications & Events. His latest innovation, CATWALKTHEATRE is set to be a dazzling affair, exhibiting a showcase of Australian fashion’s finest, with a hint of Fosse.

For more details or to purchase tickets go to www.catwalktheatre.com

Check out the CATWALKTHEATRE Video Clip

Illustration by Megan Hess

X&Y Magazine
Photographed by Kyte McKenzie

CRAVING CALVO

By Oyster

Melbourne-label OC Oscar Calvo is proud to announce the launch of their brand-new online store. Founded just a few short years ago, the label is notable for its unique style of high-end street wear, which we’ve noticed gracing the streets of Sydney and Melbourne more and more this season. OC Oscar Calvo takes a tailored approach to design, with many of their pieces featuring clean lines, bold colours and fun patterns. Check out the online store for new products fresh from the designer’s studio, as well as classic summer-staples such as preppy polos, bright boardies and sweet sweaters. Geek chic!

Visit the website here.

SPLENDOUR IN THE GRASS

OSCAR CALVO

t of the new generation of Australian Men’s fashion, Oscar Calvo’s spirited and finely finished range of knits captures the essence of an animated and adventurous lifestyle.

Melbourne-based designer Oscar Calvo founded his namesake label in 2004 and has steadily built a brand based on playful luxury and easy-to-wear sophistication. Tailored, sporty knits pay homage to European heavyweights Polo Ralph Lauren and Hugo Boss and buck against the typically understated ‘Aussie’ male approach to fashion.

OC’s 2009 knitwear collection reflects Calvo’s signature style and evokes a carefree, poolside attitude. Fine knit basics cover key essentials. Versatile yet chic, Calvo’s modern fabrications sit softly on the skin and are cut with dedicated precision creating a perfect fit. Fine merino wools and ultra-soft cotton blends guarantee the debonair luxury of the modern jet-set Romeo.

The impressive range features nautical inspired polo knits in traditional black and white stripe, slim fit v-neck sweaters and press-stud cardigans with contrasting grosgrain panels. Calvo’s styling and colour palette conjures images of escapades in the sun and sporty pursuits… all with a requisite touch of playboy glamour. Nautical stripes are finished with silver anchor buttons while dapper sweaters and cardigans offer a touch of preppy chic.

Built from the ground up, Calvo’s success is the result of a heady dose of unswerving commitment and unabashed elbow grease. This summer, his refined vision is firmly focused on creating a flawless, trans-seasonal basics range for the style-conscious male.

www.oscarcalvo.com.au

words CRESSIDA CULLITY