Salvatore Mann Holiday 2014 campaign

 

Dress up in style this season with classic pieces and highlighted by the perfect pair of shoes - Salvatore Mann.  Casuals have never been so stylishly clever with these essential lace ups.  Practical from day to night, these must-have piece that come in basic hues will never get you out of the fashion radar.  Sleek chic is the new code of dressing and with these shoe stoppers.  Simplicity and minimalism is stylized this season in modern classics. 

BTS Salvatore Mann Holiday 2014

Local menswear shoe brand Salvatore Mann recently shot its Holiday 2014 campaign.  Working for the brand for several years as their stylist, this author and the entire team behind the scenes have been constantly pushing the envelope style forward in creating a campaign.  Fashioning shoes in visual imagery isn't easy as it entails a lot of hardwork put together.  Shooting men's bags and footwear for print and video requires technical expertise as these products need to "shine". Wardrobe and minimal accessories take the backseat as they play a supporting role. 

Salvatore Mann targets men in the corporate world as it presents stylish pieces that do matter.  Through the passing of seasons, the brand introduces the  latest trends and styles to update every men's wardrobe.  Aside from these forecast offerings, they continue to promote and produce timeless classics.  Fashion in men's footwear in the Philippines is raising the bar as it ceases to exist in style relevance.  Check out these behind the scenes photos and await the unfolding of the full campaign this October 2014.

Modern style essentials.

Men in Black.

Black to basics.

Sleek casuals.

Code of dressing.

One look.

The face of Salvatore Mann - Donovan(Elite Manila).

The team behind Salvatore Mann.

Photography by Frank Hoefmsit. Fashion styling by Luis Espiritu Jr., associate stylists Mikka Velasquez and Tara Subaldo, makeup and grooming by Peps Silvestre, agency by Adfolio, wardrobe by Joey Samson and modeled by Donovan(Elite Manila).

Salvatore Mann holiday 2013 campaign BTS

Shooting for two days for a major advertising campaign can be quite taxing. With a huge team both on and off the set, logistics and work can be quite tedious --but it can also be a breeze. Working with friends in the industry makes everyone's experience rewarding. Recently finished the Salvatore Mann holiday campaign shoot with no other than top celebrity/TV host Luis Manzano.  Working with the actor has always been more than a pleasant experience.  With a life under the dazzling spotlight, the down to earth man about town has impeccable work ethics and modest demeanor.  His aura pleasantly defines a positive working environment for everyone.  What sets him apart from his contemporaries and most in his industry is his humility and no sense of entitlement which people can't help but admire.  Long working hours are cut short with his professionalism and dedication to his craft which most take for granted.  It was a fun-filled despite the lighting set ups which really took most of the time. Nothing but good vibes and energy with a dose of heartfelt laughters. With this kind of energy in an working environment, there's never a dull moment but just a lot of pleasantries. Among the handful in his industry, Luis Manzano truly exemplifies an actor with both style and substance. The world needs more of this modern man who's definitely more than meets the eye.

Salvatore Mann 2013

The Salvatore Mann and Salvatore Mann black label campaign is finally out presenting the latest fashion forward footwear for men.  Shot on location in the walled city of Intramuros, Manila, the look and feel of old world charm is modernized with runway inspired styles that are definitely top of the radar.  Standing tall with the current styles, shapes and hues, local men's footwear has finally come to the forefront with a more global perspective.  Salvatore Mann is leading the pack into more brave, bold and fearless fashion in the Philippines that's definitely more than just a step ahead. 

Lucky Manzano: Salvatore Mann's celebrity Ambassador

Manila's leading fashionable footwear brand -- Salvatore Mann recently launched at an exclusive event their first ambassador-- one of the hottest and most talented celebrity/TV host--Luis Manzano.  Polished with his dapper looking demeanor, the young, stylish showbiz royalty was formally presented to the press at 7th High at the Fort Bonifacio High Street together with other ambassadors such as Sam Milby for Milanos and KC Concepcion for Parisian.       Luis epitomizes Salvatore Mann's cool, fashion forward and elegant manner of dressing.  With his busy day to day schedule, the man of the hour is style-setting in the local scene with the latest in men's footwear. Modern hues, designs and textures define the front row attraction fitting for this A-List celebrity. Stepping with the current shoestoppers, Luis is definitely the benchmark of style on the radar. 

A Step Ahead

In the Philippines, good local shoes for men are hard to find. There aren't much brands to choose from since there is an influx of international names that cover most of the market. Though this maybe the current situation, there are a handful of locally made men's shoes that standout and one of them is Salvatore Mann. The in house brand of SM for the modern gentleman, they present a wide range of selections to choose from season after season. From classic to trendy, whether in style, up to date design or the latest color, Salvatore Mann spearheads the shoe retail landscape in trendsetting via mass market proportions. Undoubtedly, the latest in footwear transcends from the international runways into the streets. Style is made affordable through pieces inspired from global designer brand collections all over the world. Men don't need to worry in getting stylish shoes that cost an arm and a leg, Salvatore Mann has taken the big step ahead.

A Mann for all seasons

Local men's shoes in Manila taken a new turn from classic and simple to modern and uber stylish. SM Department Store's in house shoe brand Salvatore Mann is leading local menswear shoes into style forward shoe-stopping fashion.  Inspired by leading global trends, the noteworthy brand is leveling up by creating off-the-runway pieces that will surely update one's style.  Shot at the Ronac Gallery by up and coming photographer Nico Villegas, makeup by Bobby Carlos and styled by this author, the cold and cool imagery takes off with a modern feel of menswear fashion today. From runway to reality, the season's most wanted colors, textures and styles are presented irresistably affordable and chic.  The modern man need not worry about having to pay so much to get good quality and stylish shoes--Salvatore Mann is the modern day solution in stepping up to the times and to menswear's day to day fashion. 

Tailored tapered elegance.

Jet-setting style with model Pedro Mologni.

Relaxed chic with model Drew Rivera.

Salvatore Mann is exclusively available in all SM Department stores nationwide.

Shoestopper

To chronicle a behind the scenes of a shoot can be a lot of fun.  Recently shot at popular RONAC Gallery in Greenhills for SM Men's Shoe brand Salvatore Mann.  It was a whole day shoot with models Igor and Pedro.  What's new is that the shoe brand is launching soon it's stylish formal footwear.  Love the modern setting which was quite fitting for the look and feel of the brand.  Here are the BTS pics of the shoot which gives you a hint of the ads to unfold in the months to come.

Pattern play.

Catch the light.

New shoes.

Looking through glass.

Polished elegance.

Art forms.

Exterior.

Stairway to heaven.

Igor shouts.

Art of tapering.

Fashion forward.

Taking a break.

SM family.