Photoshoot At The Standard

I canceled my plans tonight. Had some dinner. Just sitting down to relax after work. I wanted to share a memorable moment in my life that I experienced not too long ago.  It started with a conversation at a party.  Paul Zhen, a local photographer, approached me with his happy eyes and a polite southern handshake and asked if I would be interested in working together. Of course, I agreed.

I got the inspiration for this photoshoot at Manuel's 81st birthday celebration in the stage area at the back. A red carpet entrance led you to the festivities. chandeliers and gigantic mirrors. lavish upholstery, exclusive club seating upstairs. The party was a blast. Very Hot. People were dancing and sweating!  Lots of nice people and colorful clothes, mostly pieces that Manuel had made himself.  The man is inspiring. The next thing I am thinking is what a classy joint this is. This is where the wave is. "This is a scene from the gentlemen's  club of permanent fashion."

The next stitch sewn came about when I met with Josh, the owner of the Standard, for a drink and a discussion of men's fashion, Nashville style, and personal taste.  We discussed the possibility of getting some shots made for promotional purposes. The seed had been sewn.

We met on a Wednesday morning in the heat of the summer with some smokin' hot models male AND female. The first scene we shot upstairs in the executive office.  I was most pleased with this setting. We tested out several other spots and found the swankiest area was the downstairs bar (also pictured).  My models looked very dope and dapper. Really what Eric Adler is as a brand: debonair meets streetwear.

Overall, it was a fun creative experience. I linked up with some new people. We had good company, good clothes, and good times.  Shot a lot of quality shots. Impeccable quality location.  The Standard at the Smith House. Fine dining to the max. We posted up in several locations. The bar downstairs, the office on the top floor, and the extremely cozy cigar bar. My favorite shot from the shoot.

As always I have to thank the people that make things happen. I’ve already paid homage to Manuel, so next in line is the photographer, Paul Zhen. You can see what kind of quality standards he upholds. He approached me at Nashville Fashion Week interested in doing a shoot. I was thrilled to find out that this was his first time shooting male subjects. Viva men’s fashion!  Needless to say, I had a lovely time working with him, and thanks for making it happen.  Thanks to Tray Simmons and his people at Bravo Modeling Agency and Rachael Sue for keeping my head on straight.  Thanks also to Josh from the Standard for letting us take over his swanky establishment.

Until next time, PEACE and LOVE.

Fall Collection 2014

Created for our participation in Nashville Fashion Week 2014 and Fashion Week Alabama 2014, our fall collection includes a variety of options from trench/overcoats to red carpet-ready looks.  A few picks from the full fall line.

Black & Gold Leopard Silk Blazer, Jet Button Down and Silk Trousers

American Red and White Stripe Button Down, Jet Eric Adler Denim

Vintage Raspberry Floral Neck Tie, Eric Adler Rose/Creme Pinstripe Oxford

Floral Scroll Peacoat, Black Stripe Button Down, Slate Wool Trousers

Nashville Scene Coverage

This morning I picked up a copy of the Nashville Scene from Manuel, where I am working as a tailor 9-5.  I take a look at the cover image and my pupils dilate to the image of the beautiful Camille Birkhead swirling an elegant scarf and dress in a twirl. I read that there is coverage of the upcoming Nashville Fashion Week and immediately turned to the section. I flip through page by page, looking for at the beautiful spreads of outfits, hoping to see something good.  To my big surprise, I turn the last page and see Camille decked head to toe in Eric Adler! What a rush.

I had been anxiously awaiting the publication because I had been working with Milton White, the creative director of the shoot and he told me the week prior that there were seven designers and only five would be features. I was so nervous, but what a rush it was to see my work featured among other amazing designers.

I was very happy to get this press especially because it shows that this jacket, at least is versatile across gender and season. I create menswear but this was modeled as a girlfriend look. I made this jacket for my fall collection but since it's a corduroy floral, it also works for spring!  This look features a thin lapel corduroy floral/jet dinner jacket. The model is also wearing the Eric Adler peach pinstripe oxford and salt and pepper tweed jeans. What a great honor to be published among the best in the premiere "happening" magazine of Nashville! ENJOY