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London Collections: Men S/S 2014 (Day II)

June 17, 2013, 12:34 pm
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LONDON COLLECTIONS: MEN S/S 2014
Day 2 (June 17th, 2013)

The second full day of LC:M saw David Gandy looking dapper in a suite by Thom Sweeney, his signature brown shoes by Lanvin and Cutler & Gross sunglasses.



                                                                             


9:00-10:00.- Hunther Gather  (Central Saint Martins) 

10:00.- Margaret Howell (Mens)


10:00 - 12:00.- Orlebar Brown (Mens)

13:00.- Richard James


14:00-Rag & Bone




15:00-Katie Eary

16:30 - 18:30.- Savile Row & St. James's


17:00.- Oliver Spencer (BFC Show Space)


19:00.- Hackett London
                                                       Front Row with Samuel L.Jackson, Oliver Cheshire & Richard 
                                                       Roundtree

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David Gandy Attends the Men's Health, Oliver Spencer and Liberty Party (Update)

June 17, 2013, 3:08 pm
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This evening David Gandy attended the Men's Health, Oliver Spencer Liberty SS2014 Party held at Liberty London.











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David Gandy talks with Men's Style Fashion during LC:M S/S 2104 (Day III)

June 18, 2013, 7:52 am
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David Gandy gives on overview of London Collections:Men SS2014. He also let's us in on what he's wearing today, it's a mix of Ralph Lauren, Paul Smith, Dolce & Gabanna, Spencer Hart and to finish the look Persol sunglasses.




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London Collections: Men S/S 2014 (Day III)

June 18, 2013, 3:31 pm
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LONDON COLLECTIONS: MEN S/S 2014
Day 3 (June 18th, 2013)


    Day 3 and the final day of London Collections:Men saw David Gandy dressed a bit more casual but still in true Gandy style. Earlier in the day he was asked by Mens Style Fashion what he was wearing he told them it was a  mix of Ralph Lauren, Paul Smith, Dolce & Gabanna, Spencer Hart and finishing off the look a pair of Persol  sunglasses.




    9:00-12:00.- Paul Smith (Mens)



    Best Of British Presentation: Marks and Spencer

    11:00.- James Long

    12:00-13:00.- Christopher Raeburn

                                                                       Front Row with Oliver Cheshire

    14:00.- Burberry Prorsum (Mens)




    15:00- Nicole Farhi (Mens)

    16:00.- E. Tautz

    17:00.- Matthew Miller


    18:00- Xander Zhou
    19:00- Nazir Mazhar (Mens)




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    David Gandy Attends the Shortlist and Ben Sherman Party

    June 18, 2013, 4:23 pm
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    This evening David Gandy attended the Shortlist and Ben Sherman Party during London Collections: Men SS 14 held at Sketch in London.



    A special Thank You to David Gandy Fans US for provided us with these lovely HQ pictures.







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    David Gandy Attends Style for Soldiers Summer Party

    June 19, 2013, 5:20 pm
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    This evening David Gandy attended the Style for Soldiers Summer party held at The Calvary and Guards Club in London. Style for Soldiers officially launched last year as a charity under the umbrella of the British Forces Foundation.

    Pictures courtesy of David Gandy Scottish Page. Thank You Heather!






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                                     Lily Crawford  and Jade Richards                                 Addington & Cara Mora
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    David Gandy Attends Carrera Ignition Night

    June 21, 2013, 8:15 am
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    Last night, June 20,2013 David Gandy attended the Carrera Ignition Night held at The House of Barnabus in London. The first of these ignition parties was held in Milan to mark a new era for the brand, especially with their new eyewear collection. Carrera's history dates back 1956, when Austrian born Wilhelm Anger founded the brand. His inspiration, The Carrera Panamerican road race.The brand originally produced motorcycle goggles and ski masks, but soon broadened it product range including sunglasses and optical frames.










                With Jamie Campbell Bower

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    David Gandy on beauty

    June 27, 2013, 4:21 am
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    He changed the fashion world’s perception of what a man should look like. How does it feel to be the most handsome guy in town?






    Ph. Lionel Guyou (Madame Figaro Shoot)


    June 26, 2013 by Naomi Mdudu
    DAVID Gandy is one of a handful of male models who can accurately prefix his job description with the word “super”. He has been called the most beautiful man in the world. He has graced billboards clad only in a pair of tight-fitting briefs. But unlike his equivalents in the worlds of film or sport, he stands or falls exclusively on this beauty. That’s got to screw you up, right?

    “I often talk about myself in the third person,” he says. “‘David Gandy’ is a character I’ve created; a figurehead for people to aspire to but I’m not this Mediterranean guy on a boat. When people put labels on me – like ‘supermodel’ or ‘best looking man in the world’, I feel apologetic when I meet them: they tend to look a bit disappointed.”

    That’s not to say he isn’t stunningly beautiful. Sitting opposite me in his tailored suit, he’s the epitome of effortless cool: exquisitely groomed, his face perfectly proportioned, his body tanned and athletic.

    Life hasn’t always been so rosy. As an aspiring young model he was shunned. Fashion’s concept of male beauty was shaped by then-Dior Homme designer Hedi Slimane, who introduced a long, lean aesthetic with trousers so small Chanel designer Karl Lagerfeld had to lose a third of his body-weight to fit in to them.

    I often talk about myself in the third person. 'David Gandy' is a character I've created; a figurehead for people to aspire to

    “I was always the big guy. I think stylists used to ask me in just to have a laugh as they watched me try to fit into one of the suits. I used to ask myself, ‘Am I really that big?’, and I wasn’t even the size I am now.”

    Then, one advertising campaign changed it all. Gandy raised eyebrows when he was chosen to be the face of Dolce & Gabbana’s Light Blue campaign, in which he stripped down to a pair of tight white shorts on a dinghy. It aired just a month after Slimane left Dior, and Gandy’s traditional, “manly” aesthetic sent the fashion world’s entire concept of male beauty hurtling in a new direction. It is no exaggeration to say he was the springboard for a generation of male models; the man behind the blueprint that David Beckham exploited with his campaigns for Armani and H&M.

    Almost overnight, Gandy’s face became fashion’s hottest ticket, with brands falling over themselves to work with him.

    “When men want to be the guy [in the campaign] and women want to sleep with him, that’s when you know things are working. Sex sells. The idea of skinny guys in suits wasn’t me, and I don’t think women want to sleep with that kind of guy.”

    His reputation underwent an astonishing turn-around, and he was catapulted from the world of commercial modelling to high fashion.

    “I had the catalogue market covered,” he says, “but I wasn’t happy. I wanted to work with the best creatives. I wanted to shoot covers. People thought I was crazy when I left commercial work for high fashion but I had a ‘go big or go home’ mentality.”

    Soon, the industry’s top fashion designers, photographers and stylists were clamouring to work with him.

    “David has something of what the 1980s supermodels had. He radiates health and positivity,” declared photographer and long-time collaborator Mario Testino. “It’s exciting because he signifies a real shift in men’s fashion. The male model world is changing.”

    Crucially, and in contrast to his peers, Gandy has been ruthlessly efficient in exploiting his position. Few male models are in control of their brand the way he is. “Female models have always been focused. Cindy Crawford is an incredible businesswoman; she was the person I used to look to for inspiration. For a long time I was just observing how things worked and strategising about where I wanted to be. The girls would come to a job with their team, talking about their assistants, their financiers and their PRs. Even today the guys aren’t taking it seriously. They’re controlled, they’re not in control.”

    His desire to be in control has opened him up to criticism. Last year he took to his vogue.com blog to react to a Men’s Health cover story in which the writer suggested he thinks he’s perfect. “There’s a big difference between what they said and me being a perfectionist. When you’re a perfectionist, you often don’t find anything perfect, especially yourself. I can never understand the idea that something will ‘just do’. David Beckham is supposed to be like that. Tom Ford too.”

    NOW Gandy has a string of endorsements under his belt. Everywhere he goes, crowds queue for his autograph. Has it all gone to his head? Has he become a rampant narcissist; a bona fide member of the club including Julius Caesar and Salvador Dali who talk about themselves in the third person? It would certainly make the best story, a tale worthy of Greek tragedy: the boy who fell in love with his own reflection.
    Alas, it’s not the real story. He’s… well… he’s really nice. He’s personable and self deprecating. He makes jokes. He’s about as far from the spoiled model stereotype as you can get. When we met he was in the midst of preparing for London Collections: Men [S/S 2014], the biannual fashion week for which he is an ambassador.

    "Dylan [Jones, chair of the LC:M board] kindly invited me to join the panel. People like Tinie Tempah and Tom Ford were involved so I could hardly say no. I usually wear British designers so this felt like a way I could give something back. Now I try to go to every show and every party and, somehow, I’ve almost become the face of it.”

    His involvement with the event is part of a bigger picture: Gandy branching out from modelling to working on his own terms. “Modelling is now the dull side of what I do. I love the creative side.” Does that mean a fashion line is on the cards? “I’ve had offers so it’s definitely an option. It would be inspired by British heritage and tailoring.”

    Gandy’s story has – as so many of these stories do – humble beginnings. He was discovered on a modelling competition on ITV’s This Morning (“we’ve tried to burn that footage”) and shortly after signed with Select Models. “After I won, I remember playing cricket with my dad and he kept saying, ‘watch the face, watch the face’. My friends thought I would go off into the fashion world and never come back but they haven’t got rid of me. My parents are very proud but they don’t know anything about that world.”

    His ascendancy has come with the usual irritating side effects, with gossip magazines fixating on who he is dating. “They’re wasting their time”, he says. “That will happen when it’s right. The right girl will come along and it will be amazing: the house and the kids. But with the amount I work, things get sacrificed. I don’t get to see friends, I don’t get to see family and I don’t always get to be at things that I want to be at. That’s part and parcel of what I do. I’m 33 – hopefully I’ll still have time for a family, girlfriends and all of that.”

    For now, being the world’s most beautiful man is a full time job.

    Source: Cityam.com
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    15th Annual White Tie and Tiara Ball to Benefit Elton John's Aids Foundation

    June 28, 2013, 7:52 am
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    Last Night, June 27, 2013, David Gandy, along with a bevy of celebrities, attended the 15th Annual White Tie and Tiara Ball benefiting Elton John's AIDS Foundation in association with Chopard held in Windsor, England.






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                                                        With Lily Cole                         With Jerry Hall and Eva Cavalli

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    A Question for David Gandy

    July 4, 2013, 3:16 pm
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    Questions formulated by followers

    • Vanessa Ryan Langton
    Which famous men would you consider to be modern style icons for the man of today to reference? Or icons for the man of the future to look back on?

    This is quite a difficult question to answer Vanessa. The style icons I admire and look up to are Steve McQueen, Paul Newman, James Dean, etc. None of these men ever set out to be style icons and they all dreamed in a very utilitarian way in that they wore items that suited their life-styles. They were all petrol heads so favored Barbour or Belstaff Jackets, Rolexes, Petrol Sunglasses and Converse. These items have become sought after really because of the initial association with these films stars.

    Icons are a lot more savvy when it comes to styling. There is obviously a lot more choice of brands and clothing, many are dreamed by stylish and can sometimes almost be overly styled. I look for that little bit of individual, utilitarian way of dreaming and admire men who make pieces of clothing a trend or a ‘must have’ ítem in a non clinical way. I think Jude Law and Ryan Gosling will be seen as future style icons, as their style is look effortless yet cool. David Beckham is very styled, but still probably looks better than anyone in jeans, a T-shirt and sunglasses. This may sound strange but someone who gets it correct every time is Prince Charles. In suiting ad Double Breasted suits, he can’t be beaten. He knows what he looks best in and what suits him and that is impeccable tailoring.
    • Norma Benavidez:
    If you had the opportunity to speak to yourself as a teenager, what would you say to him?

    I’m not sure I would say very much to him Norma. I don’t really believe in living in the past and I’ve always looked to the future and I did this as a teenager too. I have to say that everything has so far turned out pretty well. I’m lucky, I’ve enjoyed every part of it – even the hard times and the mistakes, but these are the times in life you learn the most.

    I suppose if I said anything, it would have to be ‘make sure you enjoy those moments’. Life is so rushed now and sometimes you just need to appreciate the present, the people and savour those wonderful moments.
    • Piotr Poznañski:
    For a man caring about his elegance what would be your one lesson you learned in life that you would want to pass to other men?

    It would be to get to know what looks best on you and learn to be confident in whatever you do. Whatever it is, fro clothes, to cars, to your beliefs. There is nothing wrong with being different and individual. People won’t always like it as people like to follow and to do the name as others but I feel if you stick to your principles, they will end up respecting you, even if they don’t agree with you.
    • Maja Stubxjær Flak:
    In your blog ‘Question Time’ November 3, 2011 (Vogue.co.uk) You answer in regards to the question about acting: “I have said o to a few projects that were not right, so I guess I have to be patient and if/when the right opportunity comes my way, make sure I am well prepared.”

    Acting is an intimidating art, Maja. Sometimes I think yes it is definitely something that I would love to do. Then, I see great actors or great entertainers. It’s almost un-nerving how good they are. I would want to be seen as a good actor and not to disrespect acting by talking it flippantly. There are so many truly wonderful actors and many of Young, brilliant English actors who have trained hard to enjoy their success. There is so much competition that it would be very difficult for me to ever get a part in something I would really like to. However, I would like top lay a part that people wouldn’t necessarily think I would play – maybe an evil part, or a character where I would have to loose a lot of weight – something that challenges perceptions. What appeals to me about acting is the preparation and training and the opportunity to play a character.
    • Christine Babao:
    What does it mean for supermodels like you to establish longevity partnerships with refutable brands like Massimo Dutti? How important is it to grow with, and grow old with the Brand?

    To me its hugely important Christine. I have read interviews or articles about me that say I have been the face of every Brand around the world which I haven’t and one the reason why, is my loyalty to and genuine affiliations with the wonderful brands that I have worked with for so many years. Massimo Dutti and Dolce and Gabbana are like family to me and we work on projects TOGETHER. I have never had exclusive contracts with either Massimo Dutti or Dolce and Gabbana, but out of respect and loyalty to them I would not immediately work with any direct rival. This takes foresight, awareness and trust by the brands which is something I’m proud of and I hope that the relationship between me and Massimo Dutti (now lasting 9 years) has proved this approach has worked. Many fashion houses and brands move on to a new face or the new trend each season which may work for them but I really enjoy building long term relationships and developing and improving what we create each year.

    Source:  Facebook/Massimo Dutti
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    Bionda Castana A/W 2013 Fashion Film (Ad & BTS Video Update)

    July 10, 2013, 2:56 am
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    David Gandy stars in this highly anticipated short film for Bionda Castana A/W 2013 Shoe Campaign: “David Gandy’s Good Night”. The working title ‘David Gandy is a Naughty Boy’ created a lot of anticipation in April  because it was mentioned whilst it was been filming in NYC.

    Following Gandy as he seduces a series of beautiful women - first in a hotel bar, then upstairs in their room - the film highlights the sensual relationship between a woman and her shoes, before revealing a very naughty twist at the end.




    "I've known the Bionda Castana designers for quite a while and I don't have one female friend who hasn't fallen in love with their designs," Gandy told us. "When we sat down to talk through the creative concept for the short film, I learnt more about a woman's relationship with her shoes than I ever knew existed, it was an education!"

    For Bionda Castana designers Jennifer Portman and Natalia Barbieri, Gandy was the natural choice. "It wasn't really a question of how we would work together, more a question of when," Barbieri said. "We're both British brands, we're both luxury brands and when the conversation came up to use the most beautiful man as the lead of our autumn/winter 2013-14 short film, there was no question that it would be David."

    And Gandy wasn't the only famous friend they called upon: David Schwimmer produced the short, the well known American actor and director of television, film, and theatre: "Working with David and his team was an honour as I've been such a huge fan of his for many years," Gandy revealed.


    The Cut spoke to Gandy about his interest in acting, the process of shooting bedroom scenes, and what he first notices in women. (Hint: Little things, like toe cleavages.) Read the interview below, or just ogle at his beauty (and acting skills) in the film above. Hands down, he's the hottest shoe thief the world has ever seen.

    How did you get into character?
    I imagined the character very much to be the "Light Blue guy" but how he would be in the evening, styled and sophisticated. I tried to portray a confidence, a self-belief and assertiveness that once he'd seen the shoes [it] would help him get the girl with just a walk and a look. At the same time I wanted to leave the knowing part for the end so that the character changes a little bit with the story.

    In the video, you clearly have a love for shoes. In real life, do you tend to notice shoes on a woman? What do you notice first about a woman?
    The first thing I notice about a woman is her eyes and her hair. I think you can look into someone's eyes and tell so much. Of course, I always notice women's shoes. I think all men subconsciously do. It is so important. Women can become instantly confident and dominant by adding height, and the designers behind Bionda Castana have taught me a huge amount about a woman's emotional relationship and connection with her shoes. It's amazing! Sophia Neophitou taught me about toe cleavages, too — I suppose that also suggests why they are appealing to a man.

    You’re romancing multiple women in this shoot — was there a scene in particular that was most difficult to shoot?
    Obviously the bedroom scenes were. I was only on set for eight hours, so I didn't have a chance to get to know the girls. The actual bedroom scenes were not difficult, as we both know that we needed to convey a passionate scene. The harder scenes were before that when we had to project an eagerness, a lightheartedness, and to switch this on and get it right in a very short space of time — within minutes of meeting each other. There really wasn't time for mistakes.

    Are you wearing your own clothes in this film? How have you cultivated your own personal style?
    I'm wearing one of my favourite Dolce & Gabbana tuxedos. I think my own style has come from studying what has inspired me from what I consider the true style icons — Paul Newman, Cary Grant, James Dean. That said, I've worked with great creatives such as Dolce & Gabbana and have learned what works and what doesn't. You also learn not to be afraid of being an individual and to wear what suits you.  My style is based around a lot of very traditional sartorial and British tailoring. When I'm not in suits, I'm still in knits made from British wools or tailored trousers from British tweeds or linens. I've also learned the importance of accessories. I have a large watch collection now and will match the color watch straps to my shoes or ties or pocket squares. Little things like that, I believe, make a difference, and that's where I try to differentiate myself from others.

    Are you thinking of heading more into film in the future?
    Yes, I do enjoy acting. It does still scare me and is alien to me in many ways, as I've never been a confident, center-of-attention person. However, the thought of playing different roles and characters and training and preparing for that aspect is something that excites me.

    The prospect of more Gandy excites the rest of us, too.

    The British shoe brand, known for its detail-orientated and elegant style, recreates in this video Ad campaign a collection of exquisite moments in which the shoes, each and every one of them, unique and with their own personality, are the main characters that maximize a woman's femininity. If the perfect shoe existed for each and every woman, which one would you choose?


    DAVID GANDY'S GOODNIGHT



    A Dark Harbor Stories & ELK Studios production, a Red Square Picture

    David Gandy, Dre Dawis, Maggie Geha, Nianga Niang, Patty Ratermann, Polina Sikorska & Anna Wong

    Writer, Editor & Director: Benjamin Cox
    Producers: Erica Leone, Benjamin Cox & Zoe Buckman
    Executive Producer: Natalia Barbieri
    Co-producer: Erin Kornfeld

    BEHIND THE SCENES VIDEO





    Source: Vogue.co.uk, BiondaCastana.com
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    StyleXstyle's Interview: David Gandy & Bianca Balti

    July 12, 2013, 2:02 am
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    “The Light Blue Ads are now so famous, but when I filmed that first one back in 2007, I had no idea how big it was going to be.” - David Gandy





    The dream-like Mediterranean setting of Capri, the glittering blue water, the seductive gaze between two lovers... it's always the same story, with the same man. But each time, there is a renewed sense of allure.

    We're describing, of course, Dolce & Gabbana's Light Blue fragrance campaigns, which have starred British supermodel David Gandy since 2007. It was the campaign that catapulted him into model stardom, putting a name to "the white pants man" that was creating a stir in the entire industry.

    In the third installment of the Light Blue campaign, shot again by iconic fashion lensman Mario Testino, designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana enlisted one of their current favourite Italian beauties, model Bianca Balti, to star opposite Gandy as his leading lady.


    “Together, their eyes match the colour of the water, that beautiful endless blue that is the Mediterranean surrounding Capri. Watching it is to dream of plunging into that refreshing sea and feel the sun on the skin, to feel totally free, relaxed and at peace.” - Dolce & Gabbana

    It's a match made in modeling heaven - Gandy's crystal blue smouldering eyes, perfectly chiseled jawline and to-die-for physique are a natural complement to Balti's almost retro-like beauty of understated femininity.

    See their chemistry onscreen in the latest Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue commercial below...


    The fragrance itself comes with a legacy of 14 fragrance awards, and was featured as one of the most groundbreaking scents of the century in a recent exhibition at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York.

    Evoking the spirit of a Mediterranean summer, the Light Blue fragrances are breezy, fresh scents with luscious notes of green apple and Sicilian citron, making it a great go-to choice for a summer romance.

    How did these two models handle acting as lovers? styleXstyle got an exclusive interview with the two stars of the new Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue campaign, who told us what it was like filming the campaign, their ideal holidays, pretending to be sexy, and why aspiring models should look for another job.


    What does Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue mean to you?

    David Gandy: Light Blue Pour Homme is stimulating, fresh and masculine.

    Bianca Balti: Light Blue Pour Femme is invigorating, sensual and iconic.

    Tell us about the making of this new campaign. What was it like working with Mario Testino, and of course, with each other?

    DG: It is always the same with Mario. He is amazing to work with; he is really fun! People always ask me who my favourite photographer is and I have to say it’s Mario Testino. He has a lot of respect, a lot of fun. He always looks after everyone and has an amazing crew. Although we didn’t have the best weather at the beginning he kept everyone’s spirit up and never seemed to panic.

    BB: It was the first time that I worked with Mario Testino. He is such a lovely guy and an amazing photographer and he makes everyone feel comfortable. I feel very privileged that I got the chance to work with him. I remember the first time I saw Mario’s photographs I felt so inspired and since I became a model I always hoped to work with him. Now the dream came true!


    DG: Bianca is fantastic, her sense of humour is hilarious and we spent a lot of the shoot laughing together and having a great time. I met Bianca before when we shot Dolce & Gabbana Optical Collection campaign and got on very well with her. She is so easy to work with. I feel she brings a new edge to the campaign, a real true Mediterranean influence which translated so well in the campaign images.

    BB: David is such a nice and professional guy. During the shoot we laughed a lot so I think it made us very comfortable with one another and after a while it started feeling like we had known each other for ages. And he’s got such an amazing body!


    What are some of your favourite scents, and how does Light Blue fit in?

    BB: Strangely enough, my first-ever fragrance was Light Blue! When I was about 11, I received it as a gift and since then I don’t think there’s been a single day when I wouldn’t wear a scent.

    As a child going on holiday with my family, they always used to take me to the mountains; I will never forget the scent of the forests surrounding the mountains. Equally I love the sea, the warm breeze, and the beach because they remind me of freedom of my first holiday with my friends. Fragrances that feel natural to your skin, like the sun and the wind bring back many memories. It’s the freshness and lightness of the fragrance that bring the best moments back to me.

    DG: Light Blue Pour Homme is a perfect combination of fresh but robust ingredients which makes it really masculine. It is incredibly wearable during the day or the evening. Light Blue Pour Homme almost gets better throughout the day as I feel the smell gets mellower. Light Blue Pour Homme has been my signature scent for six years now and I never tire of it.

    What have been your favourite shoots or shows you've worked on?

    DG: Of course, the first Light Blue shooting. It was the first time I had shot something so important and also my first time shooting with Mario Testino. I don’t think anyone wanted to admit during that time, but we knew we had shot something that was very special, and that’s exactly what it turned out to be.

    BB: My favourite memory from my career is the Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda fashion show in Taormina. It was like a dream come true! The most influential people from the fashion industry were there to enjoy the beauty of that amazing little town. Everybody was walking around the streets dressed in stunning clothes and extremely happy to be there, so it looked like it was a holiday rather than a job. The show in the San Domenico hotel was just unbelievable and the dinner in the amazing garden of the hotel made me feel like I was a princess from Disney cartoons.

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    David, tell us about your personal style. Who are your style icons and men you look up to?

    DG: I am quite a utilitarian dresser, taking influences from Steve McQueen and Paul Newman.

    Would you describe your style as more British or Italian influenced?

    DG: I think my style is very British as I feel most comfortable in a three-piece suit, which many men do not understand. Putting together a suit, tie, and shirt combination is the easiest thing for me to do, but unfortunately, it isn’t always the most practical for what I do.

    I like that the Dolce & Gabbana look has many facets. Here in Capri, the look is very effortless, relaxed but stylish at the same time. On the other hand, Dolce & Gabbana suits are the sharpest and most masculine of any designers and I’m very lucky that they fit me off the peg - they never have to be adjusted. I think whatever the look, Dolce & Gabbana knows how to make you feel your best for any occasion and confident, as I do when I’m on the red carpet in Dolce & Gabbana.

    Where’s your favourite place to holiday?

    DG: For a long weekend, it would have to be the Amalfi Coast in Italy. Capri will always be associated with my first campaign for Light Blue. I love coming back to the light blue turquoise waters, rocks and caves. Ever since I started my career, I have shot a lot in the Amalfi Coast and Capri. It almost feels like it meant to be. I love this part of the world and I would truly love to have a house in this part of the world. It’s like nowhere else on earth! I find the setting, people and whole atmosphere magical.

    When you're not modeling, what else is keeping you busy?

    DG: I’m starting my own charity next year in a partnership with Comic Relief called the Blue Steel Appeal. This will raise money solely from ideas within the fashion industry. I’ve also just started a production company that is investing in British films.

    BB: I don't have much time off work so when I do, I tend to spend as much time as possible with my daughter, Matilde. I pick her up from school so we can go to the park and play. In the evenings I read books to her and watch cartoons. I want her to be proud of me when she grows up. I want her to realise how hard I worked but still made every effort to spend as much time with her as possible.

    What advice do you have for young aspiring models?

    DG: [jokingly] Try and be beautiful!

    BB: A lot of models are not beautiful in a way you would expect them to be. It’s about being photogenic and lucky, because there are so many beautiful girls that don’t become famous so if it happens, let it happen. But if it doesn’t, don’t force it. Otherwise, just study and get a better job! [Everyone laughs.]
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    David Gandy Stars in Bionda Castana's Autumn Winter 2013 Fashion Film

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    Mr David Gandy is many things to many women. Heartthrob, imaginary boyfriend, pin-up - whichever way you envisage Britain’s premier male supermodel, it’s certainly blush-inducing. However, until last night we were unaware that our fashion hero had a serious penchant for luxury Italian-made shoes.



    David with Bionda Castana Co-Founder Natalia Barbieri


    Starring in hot footwear brand, Bionda Castana’s short film which was screened last night at London’s Hospital Club, Gandy was in rare form. Shot by David Schwimmer’s (of Ross & Rachel fame) production company in New York’s Soho House, the film entitled David Gandy’s Good Night follows the young stallion on a series of short-lived romances. From the first moment Gandy cautches the camera’s eye, we know that each and every lady he comes into contact with will be powerless to resist his charms. While the dalliances may be inevitable, the ending of the film was less so, with the final scenes showing Gandy’s gorgeous conquests awaking to find not only their man has fled, but he’s also filched their shoes. As the credits roll, Gandy walks through downtown Manhattan with his swag swung over his shoulder and a seriously smug look on his face though to be honest, if we’d managed to procure that stack of new season Biondas, we’d be pretty thrilled too!

    DAVID GANDY'S GOODNIGHT 


    Natalia Barbieri, co-founder of the brand told Grazia last night that the guiding concept behind the film is that, “footwear is an aphrodisiac.” When it came to casting the male lead Barbieri admitted there was only one name on her radar: “I practically stalked David. In all seriousness we are so honoured that he agreed to be part of this film. I think we both represent British luxury so it was so great to have him involved.” Mr Gandy himself explained the film was, “about the emotional connection women have to shoes,” and admitted he’d, “learnt a lot about women’s obsession with footwear.” He also revealed that he was a big fan of the filming process telling Grazia that, “the whole thing was an incredible experience, being on set was such an education. From the incredible lighting to the girls who did so well, it was definitely memorable.”

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    Source: Graziadaily.co.uk
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    David Gandy talks with ¡Hola! Fashion during the Dolce&Gabbana Light Blue Launch in Madrid

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    David Gandy conversed with the Spanish magazine '¡Hola! Fashion' at the Meditteranean Summer Cocktail event in the San Mauro Hotel (Madrid) during the D&G's latest Light Blue fragrance campaign in May 29, 2013.








    Ph: Richard Ramos
    Text: Susana Molina

    Spanish Version



    English translation by DjG.com
     
    DAVID GANDY
    The World's Most Expensive Model

    "A woman does not have to do anything to seduce me, just come and talk to me and make me laugh. That is what's most important." He was the only male model to strut the catwalk with top female models Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell during the closing ceremonies of the 2012 Olympic Games.

    In an industry dominated by women, David Gandy is the first male model to reach the category of top and even out the salary made by the female Top Models. Perhaps that is why, this Englishman born in the same region as Victoria Beckham (Essex) was the only male model to accompany Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss during the closing ceremonies of the 2012 Olympic Games. Desired by women and envied by men he became famous for sailing in white pants and for drops of Light Blue perfume by Dolce and Gabbana in the Tyrrhenian Sea. But Gandy does not want to only be known as the handsome man in the ad, he combines his work as a model creating his own brand, creating apps for mobil phones, a blog and his own charity... Almost nothing for a person who participates in car races and is a self defined adrenaline junkie. A very risky hobby that has nothing to do with the discipline he showed during our photo session, repeating the same poses many times as asked by our photographer. At the end of the, Gandy is a true gentleman.

    - You are best known for being the white pants guy, more so than your own name. Does that bother you?

    DG: I hated it, it is the reason I wanted to build the brand David Gandy. Now everybody knows my name, it is an extension of me.

    - Filming on that boat must make for good stories.

    DG: I have one from two seasons ago, I almost drowned!! The weather was awful and I was trying to get on the boat again and again. I was able to get my arm on the boat. I have no idea what I was holding to. They would tell me: "Come on, come one." The boat shot out and they had to jump in the water to save me.

    - If you were lost on that boat, in the middle of nowhere, what would miss the most?

    DG: I would probably love to get lost. My father used to take us to the Mediterranean Sea as a child. We went with my sister on a small boat and I always fell asleep . This is how my father shushed me. Now I would love to be lost on a boat with no one around.I would be without my Blackberry, no emails, no photographers, without anything. Just me, sunbathing. And later I would see where I would end up.

    - Who would you like to be lost with on that boat?

    DG: I don't know. I'm not sure anyone could be with me for so long. Maybe the best thing would be for me to be alone.

    - Who would you throw off the boat?

    DG: There are many people who I would want to throw in the water. But I can't think of anyone in particular right now.

    - Have you ever done anything crazy for love?

    DG: I have done many. I think everyone has done something crazy for love. When you look back, you think: "Why did I do that?".

    - What does a woman have do to seduce David Gandy?

    DG: No need to do anything, just come talk to me and make me laugh. That's whats most important.

    - In your blog you write quotes Voltaire, Churchill ... Is there one that summarizes this point in your life?

    DG: No. My life changes every week. If it were the same it would be boring to write about it. That is the reason I choose a different column, and a different quote for every post I write. This column is a summary of what I want to say and write about dreams. People should always have a dream.

    - What is your dream?

    DG: One of my dreams was to do the Mille Miglia, the race of a thousand miles that runs in Italy, and I did it with Yasmin le Bon a few weeks ago. It was a dream come true. If ten years ago someone would have said to me you are doing the Mille Miglia with one of the world's most beautiful women in a 1950's Jaguar I would have never believed it.

    - In addition to racing, do you need speed in your life?

    DG: Constantly. The Mille Miglia, skiing ... I'm constantly looking for speed. I'm kind of addicted to adrenaline. That's why I'm always doing fun things that people hate, like getting on a plane with ridiculous turbines.

    - I guess it's a hobby too risky for your work. Do you have insurance for your body?

    DG: I had insurance, but if you die, I guess it doesn't count. You can't be too worried about things like that.

    - You must be tired of hearing jokes about the character from the movie Zoolander. Do you have to prove that a model can be smart as well?

    DG: Constantly. That's all I do. That's the reason why I created everything that I have. I had to create the brand David Gandy because everyone had that preconceived notion. I've also created my own charity and I called Blue Steel Appeal.

    - Because of the movie?

    DG: Yes Blue Steel is from Zoolander. Everyone knows Zoolander, and I thought if I could not beat them why not join them. It has a comic element. I think it works well.

    - You have said on different occasions that you do not like or your hair or your nose. How is it possible that one of the world's sexiest men finds he has faults?

    DG: I'm sure everyone has little things they do not like about themselves. And I'm exactly the same as anyone else. Probably a little worse. I have to see constantly look at my photos, go figure. I am perhaps more aware of this than any other, but, of course, I have the same insecurities as everyone else.

    - Besides being a supermodel, you're are famous. Do you ever feel harassed on the street?

    DG: I don't like the word famous. It is horrible. People aspire to be famous and they do nothing. I'm known for being a model, for my charity, for being television and what I write. I love it when people approach me and I also talk to them on social networks.

    - You're are considered one of the most elegant men around. How do you become a gentleman?

    DG: It's something that comes from you, not your clothes. You can do it with a shirt and jeans. Probably, people think a gentleman is someone dressed in suit and tie, but if that person does not behave as such, it is not.


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    David Gandy for 'El País Semanal' (Spain)

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    Text by Carmen mañana
    Ph: Daniel Riera    . Stylish: Juan Cebrián

    Spanish Version


     
    English translation by DjG.com

    DAVID GANDY


    A BODY FOR SUCCESS


    David Gandy is one of the few male models at the same level of his most famous female colleagues. As the image of the fragrance Light Blue, Dolce & Gabbana, he reveals the secret of his success: become your own brand.

    The sounds of Mariú Parlami d'amore, played by Mario de Sica. A man of Herculean beauty dives into the waters off Capri wearing a white Speedo. He follows a woman. He kisses her and unties her bikini top. A clapboard and fade to black. We are talking about the TV commercial for the fragrance Light Blue by Dolce& Gabbana. And we are also talking about David Gandy, a model, that to paraphrase Melanie Griffith in Working Girl has a body for sin and a mind for business. Because this British, according to his agency, born in 1980, has managed to squeeze the success of the campaign led by Mario Testino in 2007 and the two that came later to become one of the few men who can compete with their female colleagues in financial terms and popularity. A double achievement in an industry that today focuses on tender looking teen models and where advertisers call on Hollywood superstars for their ads.

    Just last year, Gandy starred in 23 international magazine covers. "Fashion is like any other business. The ultimate goal is to sell. And I, as a model, see myself. The key is to know how to do it: become your own brand and working on its development," he explains.

    The brand David Gandy directly employs six people: a publicist, one PR, a head of communication, someone responsible for social networking, the booker or agent and the model himself. A full-fledged small business, comparable in size to 41% of Spanish SMEs, according to the National Statistics Institute. He recalls that the top models have been working like this for decades: "They've been very smart in defining their position in the industry. Modelling is not brain surgery, but there should be professionalism."

    The gap between men and women in the industry responds first, and according to Gandy, the greater weight of women's fashion. "But the attitude of some of the younger ones, desperate for visibility, only makes things worse. They say yes to everything - lowering fees and conditions - and they do not realize that in this profession it is almost more important what you say no."

    The team not only manages Gandy and his saturated schedule of photo shoots, fashion shows and shoots, but also other products that reinforce his image and salary.

    In addition to his website (www.davidgandystyleguide.com), his Facebook and Twitter (@ DGandyOfficial), three years ago the model decided to launch his own application for phones and tablets: David Gandy Style Guide for Men. A project that arises, according to his account, to respond to the thousands of questions about style from his followers. Perks and privileges of being elected the most elegant man in the world by GQ magazine.

    "Most men are quite lost: what is the difference between a suit of two or three buttons? For a consumer of fashion it is essential to explain it, and that's what I intend, " he argues.

    Ironically, the model and ambassador to Men's Fashion Week London is defined as an "anti-fashion victim". He deliberately ignores trends and boasts about it. His style icons are Steve McQueen and Paul Newman. "Two men that loved comfort and prevailed in a pragmatic manner", plus two speed freaks like Gandy himself.

    Perhaps in his naturalness resides a key interest in being a writer. A fact that has not gone unnoticed by media outlets such as New York Magazine and GQ, who have been invited him to write on their pages. Gandy enjoys the potential of this new facet. After 13 years starring in fashion editorials, he knows that it is time to move beyond the ranges of being photographed. His goal, he admits, is to become "a creative director".
    Meanwhile he collaborates on various projects for the fashion brand Dolce & Gabbana -whose leaders have made headlines recently for a conviction for tax evasion that they have announced that they will appeal-. And he continues to build its own brand. In January he launched a new application: David Gandy Fitness and Training, sharing guidelines to get a body like his. He makes sure to keep his body in top form and ready for his next project or campaign. He ensures that from 22:30 it is easier to find him on a bike at the gym than at the bar of a glamorous party.

    As a means of escape for the Briton, who confesses he is addicted to sport since his days of studying "multimedia computing" at the University of Essex. It was his classmates that entered Gandy in a model search for a local morning show, like a good Hollywood script, it opened the doors of the fashion world for him.

    But not everything is business (or a catwalk) Gandy's life. The model runs a non-profit organization for children at risk of exclusion, which has called, Steel Blue Appeal: the name of the look made famous by Ben Stiller in Zoolander, his great parody of the fashion world.

    Twelve years of Mediterranean love. Fresh and with the spirit of summer, the fragrance Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue is a classic summertime perfume. Created by perfumer Oliver Cresp, was launched in 2001 for women and in 2007 for men. Now with the new campaign shot by Mario Testino and starring David Gandy & Bianca Balti, the goal is return "to capture the energy and excitement of a love affair with a woman of Mediterranean character."
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    David Gandy hosts Johnnie Walker and Sons Voyager's events in London (Pics Update)

    July 17, 2013, 8:40 am
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    The Johnnie Walker and Sons Voyager, a 1920s-styled yacht, which set sail in Shanghai in September, travelled around Asia for six months before starting its European leg in May from Portofino, Italy. Its final stop will be Edinburgh, the birthplace of the brand almost two centuries ago, but before, it will be in London for a few days. The yacht, finally docked on Monday 15th at Butler’s Wharf, near Tower Bridge. And David Gandy, as its Johnnie Walker Blue Label ambassador, alongside Diageo, will be hosting events on board, from brand experiences to mentoring sessions aimed at "celebrating Europe's place as the home of progress and innovation".

    Pic Source:  Facebook/OfficialDavidGandy

    David Gandy's busy schedule for this event started on Monday morning when he granted several interviews on board. On Tuesday he hosted a drinks reception and a summer party on the enormous yacht, inviting friends from the fashion world including the wonderful Charlotte Tilbury and Jonathan Saunders as he has mentioned on his Official Facebook.


     
    David Gandy and Olivia Cole host a dinner on board (L) and Mr. Gandy with Musician Ben Hudson (R)


     David Gandy with Charlotte Tilbury (L) and with Joanna Renwick (R)

      David Gandy with Richard Sadler and Nick Jeffries of Nubuilds 


    This morning the events continue with a breakfast on board and scheduled for tonight The Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Party Celebration.
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    David Gandy visits Scotland and the JW Whiskey Distillery

    July 17, 2013, 4:09 pm
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    At the end of last year, 2012, David Gandy became the new Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ambassador and began his alliance with the long beloved brand of Scotch Whisky owned by Diageo. The british model, based in London, had several opportunities to visit the birthplace of the brand and the renowned photographer Chris Watt has immortalized him with 415 breathtaking snapshots of two of those visits in early 2013. With the spectacular background of the Drummuir Castle, Diageo's unique home in Speyside, and the Cardhu distillery (Feb 18, 2013), both in Banffshire.



      
    Thank You Very Much to our dear friend Candyce Neil from David Gandy Fans US who was kind enough to share the link to these incredible pictures with us.


    Pictures by Chris Watt
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    David Gandy speaks at the Condé Nast College of Fashion & Design

    July 25, 2013, 8:27 am
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    For their second anniversary as The Industry the fashion business networking club invited the only male supermodel, David Gandy, to speak at Vogue's new Condé Nast College of Fashion and Design. David sat down with Hilary Alexander to discuss how he came into modeling and how he's changed the view of male models in the fashion industry.

     
    Below you will find that we gathered some comments from David Gandy that were posted on twitter from the event while we wait for The Industry to publish the video from this interview.









    Ph. Sam Atkinson - Facebook/The Industry London

    #INDxDavidGandy
    ‘If you see a great suit on TV its most likely Thom Sweeney.’ ‘If you ask most men what they’re wearing - Zara’ @wearetheco
     'Thom Sweeney is one of the best tailors of the moment - if you see a great suit on tv it's probably a Thom Sweeney!' @wgsn
    A member asks @DGandyOfficial about personal styling, he says he has never had one. @INDLondon
    'Fashion can fuel passion elsewhere' @INDLondon
    'I'm not sure I know about fashion but I know about cars' @INDLondon
    ‘fashion can relate to men through other industries - sport and cars’ @INDLondon
    'The best thing about my job is the other opportunities its allowed me to do - like pursue my love of cars' ‏@wgsn
    'I would love to be a creative director of a clothing brand.' @styliststuff
    'I haven't as yet trademarked my name but it's a very clever idea' @wgsn
    ‘The only way I did well at school was by cheating' @ClaireEtchell
    'I"m finding myself not buying magazines and going on line" @styliststuff
    'Id love to be behind the camera or a Creative Director in the future' @wgsn
    'I would like to create a company where models own a percentage of the company' @INDLondon
    'All the brands I work with work together with my team which always creates great results, like with M&S' @wgsn
    'II hate having my picture taken its not a natural thing' @styliststuff
    'When I came into the industry it was about skinny Dior guys & I wasn't one of those' @wgsn
    'Modelling is the only industry in the world where the women get paid more than the men - my dad finds this hilarious' @wgsn
    Modelling is the only industry in the world where men get paid less than women ‏@INDLondon
    'The most important thing is what you say no to not what you say yes to' @INDLondon
    'What I try to do with all my brands which I don't think models do enough, is show loyalty - I stuck with @dolcegabbana' ‏@INDLondon
    'I hope I've paved the way for a group of male models to do this same as Cindy Crawford' @INDLondon
    'I didn't have many girlfriends at university - I'm not sure what happened there' ‏@wgsn
    'I'm very fortunate to be in the industry at a time when men's fashion is ever expanding' @wgsn
    What would @DGandyOfficial have done if he hasn't become a model? Answer: 'I have no idea - my multi media degree was like geek central!' @wgsn
    A successful model must build a brand - how did @DGandyOfficial do it? 'Female models have been my inspiration, Cindy and Kate'. ‏@INDLondon
     Related Info: Talking Menswear with David Gandy by 'The Style Soliloquist'
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    David Gandy talks to Cosmopolitan México (August 2013)

    July 26, 2013, 12:48 pm
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    English translation by DjG.com

    A Dolce & Gabbana woman celebrates her power and femininity to get what she wants in life. At Cosmo we love being daring, how about you?

    DG: I like people who go after what they want in life, especially in terms of their career. You have to be consistent and determined because no one will do things for you. With regard to relationships, I think fate plays a very important role, it is better to be open and let things happen naturally.

    What makes a woman irresistible?

    DG: Your laughter. Any woman who is fun and does not take themselves too seriously is incredibly irresistible.

    There seems to be a debate among men about how women look better: little black dress and heels or jeans and a t-shirt. What do you think?

    DG: Good question. The truthis you can not fail with any of these two looks. Girls, take it as a tip: men we love a woman in jeans and t-shirt, they are super comfy and natural. But for a night out, put on a black dress by Dolce & Gabbana with a pair of heels: simply irresistible.

    Where can we find on your free time? Partyng in Ibiza or relaxing at home?

    DG: Partying all night in Ibiza is my version of a nightmare! I would never do that. I hardly take vacations ... Last year, I went skiing and also went to Africa. But nothing of phones and the Internet, somewhere where no one can find me. I like to disconnect completely.

    Tell us about your favorites:

    DG: Food: "I love sweets, especially cookies! I could eat a whole box. "

    Exercise: "Abs. I hate them but I love the results. "

    Gifts: "It is impossible to buy me a gift. I would love someone to cook dinner. These are the little things that I really appreciate. In fact, I am a very good cook, so I'm sure you can return the favor ... I would also love for someone to give me more hours in a day ".
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    Boujis Party at Audi International Polo 2013

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    David Gandy attends the Boujis tent at the Audi International Polo day at Guards Polo Club on July 28, 2013 in Egham, England.







     

    David Gandy with Marissa Hermer and Matt Hermer

    Laura Whitmore (L) and David Gandy


    Courtesy of Whey Hey

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