Buyers Select: Sam Kershaw Mr Porter

Buyers Select:

Sam Kershaw

Mr Porter

Editorial

Edition 98

22.09.2020

An online retail destination for men's style, MR PORTER features premium international menswear brands and inspirational content.

This month sees the launch of MR PORTER's Italian Masters, a curated selection of exclusive capsule collections celebrating the timeless design, craftsmanship and style of Italy.

Showcasing 25 defining voices of traditional and contemporary Italian style, the capsule includes brands such as Altea, Francesco Maglia, Massimo Alba, Caruso, Valstar, Lardini and Missoni. The collective also introduces new brands to the site, such as Milan-based men’s accessories, brand Villa, family-owned Missoni Home, and the Abruzzo-based brand Giuliva Heritage.

As the Buying Director at MR PORTER, Sam Kershaw leads the buying and merchandising teams, alongside managing the award-winning brand’s own label Mr P.

Before joining the brand, Sam spent over 5 years at luxury department store Harvey Nichols, with a position as an International Designer and Contemporary Buyer.

FPM Fabbrica Pelletterie Milano

I am obsessed with FPM Milano’s suitcase offering, so I’m thrilled that we are launching an exclusive range as part of MR PORTER’s Italian Masters collection. I felt it was essential to have FPM Milano included as the brand is a fantastic example of innovative design ideas combined with Italian craftmanship. This portable kitchen set within a suitcase is a prime example, imagine the reaction you would get in pulling this out on a camping trip!

Altea

I really respect how Altea has evolved over the past few seasons, firmly establishing itself as a menswear brand to be reckoned with. This collegiate polo is the perfect summer staple, I like the soft collar, stripe detailing and the light-blue tone. This is the perfect piece for spring temperatures and will look great worn over a t-shirt, under a blazer or just on its own.

Lardini

Every man needs a good blazer and you can guarantee that Lardini will deliver quality tailoring. This lightweight, unstructured jacket is ideal for these unprecedented times. It’s relaxed fit and neutral brown tone gives it the versatility to be worn with several looks. It’s a piece which wouldn’t look out of place worn for a Zoom call, meeting at the office or casually at the weekend.