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Sneakers making their mark in men's fashion

MILAN, Italy -- Ferragamo creative director Massimiliano Giornetti knew sneakers had truly arrived as a fashion statement when, at a formal dinner in Rome, he spotted a former Italian senator of a certain age wearing them with a pinstripe suit.

"It was not provocative," Giornetti said. "It was just the way you can dress now -- to see that impeccable Italian suit with an eccentric touch of red socks and sneakers really underlined how sneakers are part of an elegant wardrobe."

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For Giornetti, who started as Ferragamo menswear creative director 15 years ago before adding the women's portfolio, it is not so much about the sneaker as an object in and of itself, but about a coming-of-age in menswear. "It is about breaking your rules, expressing your style and your persona," Giornetti said.

                                             Photos: Salvatore Ferragamo ostrich high-top

A Salvatore Ferragamo ostrich high-top sneaker. (AP / Salvatore Ferragamo)

Walk around the men's shoe department of any upscale department store and leather footwear still dominates, but sneakers are getting a perch too. Don't mistake this for "normcore," a unisex fashion trend of everyday clothes that enjoyed a moment among fashionistas last spring. Style-watchers say it's about freedom of expression, where the formal and the informal mix.

And fashionistas are willing to pay dress-shoe prices for the materials and workmanship that go into luxury sneakers.

"For many men, they treat sneaker purchases in exactly the same way they would treat shoe purchases," said Sam Lobban, senior buyer with MRPORTER.COM, an on-line magazine and e-commerce site aimed at men.

Ferragamo, which is celebrating the 100th anniversary of company founder Salvatore Ferragamo's emigration from Italy to the U.S. where he entered the luxury business through fine leather footwear, launched a new collection of sneakers this month. They include colour block high-tops and sneakers in exotic skins, with prices ranging from $540 to for $3,400 for crocodile.

The list of designers sending sneakers down the fashion runways is growing, including Raf Simons, Rick Owens, Balenciaga, Givenchy and Missoni.

Lanvin was one of the first to include sneakers in their collection.

"Interestingly, the original style with patent toe-cap remains in the collection and is updated every season," Lobban said.

GQ has approved eight sneakers to wear with suits -- ranging from a pair of Alexander Wang pebbled leather uppers, at $495, to Adidas' Stan Smith, price tag $75, which Lobban said was the trainer to wear for summer 2014 "for its understated style."

The appeal of sneakers is rooted in comfort, and Franklin Eugene, a Dubai-based stylist, said "it just makes sense" that men's fashion houses would get in the game, noting that the range is growing ever more "stunning" in recent months.

"While there will always be those who opine that the only proper place for sneakers is the gym, as long there are men looking for comfort and style in the same product, sneakers will have a place in men's fashion," he said.

That sneaker-sporting Italian senator needed no memo or seal of approval for his style choice. Mario d'Urso, 74 and a banker by profession, topped Vanity Fair's international best-dressed list in 2011. Something of a style iconoclast, has been wearing sneakers anywhere they aren't frowned upon -- which excludes Buckingham Palace, where he has been a guest, and Harry's Bar in London -- for some time now.

"Now that you have put a bug in my ear, I think I'll wear them to a dinner I am hosting tomorrow night in Rome," d'Urso said by phone.

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ere’s no denying the fact that we’re well into the autumn by now. The leaves are changing colour, while all the stores have their winter collections of warmer jackets and knitwear out on display.

Autumn/winter fashion is a favourite for all fashion lovers. The crisp air allows for good layering, while the possibilities of knitted accessories are endless. No winter look is complete without those knitted accessories, such as scarves, hats and gloves. They finalise any look in the winter and, paired alongside the rest of the outfit, will help to keep you warm and cosy. The favourite colours for the season are always blacks, greys, navy’s and subtle browns and these are alway seen on the high street. But what are the key essentials for the season?

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Coats and jackets are the ultimate requirement for the winter, but they don’t have to be the standard boring and black jackets that you’ll see everywhere. This season, there is a lot more variety in terms of styles and colours, so go and have some fun. The likes of Hardy Amies had some pops of orange to make you stand out, while beige was a strong colour on all the autumn/winter catwalks. Add a hoody or some knitwear underneath and you’ll be ready to face whatever the weather may bring your way.

1) All Saints Zenith Coat // £398.00

2) Jack Wills Farnaby Wax Jacket // £89.50

3) Reiss Peacoat // £275.00

Grunge was a big trend on the catwalks again, with a lot of black and leather being very prominent. An iconic leather jacket, like these ones, is a must. Not only do they look really cool, they’re also a lot easier to wear than you would think. They can go with just about anything from jeans and a cool t-shirt to a more professional look with a shirt and trousers. If you’re feeling brave, get a jacket with lots of zips and studs to really make yourself stand out. This is an investment you won’t regret and you’ll be able to wear it for seasons to come.

As you can see, layering is key. You want to be warm enough for when you’re out and about in the cold, but you also want to be able to peel off layers in case you’re on a particularly warm train, or the office has its heating on. T-shirts with a hoody, or shirts with some knitwear over is a good look, allowing you to also take off that extra layer in case you get hot. Add a knitted scarf to add that extra layer of warmth for when it gets really cold.

1) All Saints Sylar Leather Jacket // £358.00

2) New Look Traditional Parka Jacket // £44.99

3) Izzue Denim Jacket With Shearling Look Collar // £135.00

To go with those jackets, you need trousers that match. The catwalks showed a lot of fitted jeans and trousers again, and it’s clearly a trend that’s not going anywhere anytime soon. You can pair them with your leather jacket to make a more casual outfit. Or add in a nice shirt underneath if you need to look professional for work. Tailored trousers are big right now too, especially slim slacks – which was a trend spotted at Tom Ford.

These can look really professional, but have a hint of edge as well. And don’t be scared to stray towards the printed trousers while you’re at it. Check is a big trend, and can be worn with a plain shirt, or can be worn with a matching blazer, as was seen at Alexander McQueen and Richard Nicoll.

1) All Saints Stove Chino // £78.00

2) United Colors Of Benetton Puppytooth Trouser In Slim Fit // £50.00

3) ASOS Skinny Fit Smart Cropped Trouser // £18.00

Go ahead and have fun with your winter looks. As you can see, they don’t have to be as drab as what you see on your commute in the mornings. Add some prints or colours to give your own twist on the looks while looking warn and cosy at the same time.

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