Former Ralph Lauren and Converse employee Jordan White has released his 2009 Fall/Winter Collection of Man Vs. Machine.
The self-proclaimed, "New Wave Designer", runs Man Vs. Machine out of New York City. His niche is shiny, metallic, chrome idea-like clothing that borders around an overall "electronic" feel.
Also inspired by Stanley Kubrik films, White and the Man Vs. Machine line looks a little simple but it’s definitely male clothing a la mode.
The 2009 Fall collection consists of belts, jackets, jeans and backpacks. White feels Man Vs. Machine is "fit for fashion savvy adults."
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