The Gentlemen's Edit by Stefan Francesca
This season, Burnside Village turns its lens to the modern man's wardrobe with The Gentlemen's Edit, a curated exploration of tailoring, texture and tone brought to life by resident stylist Stefan Francesca.
Drawing from the refined styles of Calibre, Ralph Lauren, M.J. Bale and Rodd & Gunn, the edit explores the considered path through contemporary menswear, where classic tailoring meets practicality and versatility. Each look has been composed, with fine accents from Tiffany & Co. and Paspaley lending a glimpse of luxury to select pieces throughout. The result is a directional edit that speaks to precision, presence and the art of dressing with intent this season.
Calibre
Opening the edit is Calibre, Australia's benchmark for designer menswear, celebrated for its sharp tailoring and considered approach to contemporary dressing. From directional suiting to elevated separates, the label balances precision cut with a relaxed confidence, ideal for the man who moves seamlessly between day to night. This season's edit leans into that versatility, pairing tailored pieces with elevated outerwear for a look that feels both directional and distinctly wearable. Here, each look is styled further still, with final details from Tiffany & Co. and Paspaley lending considered luxury to each style.
Ralph Lauren
For those seeking the pinnacle of the Ralph Lauren world, Purple Label represents the brand's most refined expression. A collection defined by exceptional fabrics, hand-finished tailoring and an uncompromising attention to detail. Here, luxury is understated, favouring craftsmanship over overt statement, with each piece reflecting decades of expertise. Styled once again with Paspaley, this edit elevates Purple Label's world of luxury with the natural elegance of Paspaley’s fine South Sea pearls.
M.J. Bale
M.J. Bale brings its signature "rugged elegance" to the edit, an Australian-owned label built on impeccable tailoring and a deep respect for natural fibres. Renowned for its work with fine Australian merino wool and its "garments of integrity" ethos, the brand blends classic tailoring with a modern, considered edge across both suiting and casual-wear. Styled with Paspaley, this look is finished with the natural elegance of South Sea pearls, perfectly echoing M.J. Bale's own commitment to authentic Australian product and craft.
Rodd & Gunn
Closing the edit is Rodd & Gunn, the iconic New Zealand label whose ethos champions quality, craftsmanship and considered simplicity above all else. Drawing on a heritage inspired by rugby, polo and racing, the brand's timeless garments from premium cotton shirting to fine merino knits carry a confident aura. Left unaccessorised, these looks are a testament to Rodd & Gunn's belief that true quality needs no embellishment, letting the quality of the garment speak entirely for itself.
From Calibre's directional tailoring to Rodd & Gunn's understated craft, The Gentlemen's Edit is a considered study in modern menswear, each look shaped by Stefan Francesca's discerning eye and finished with the perfect accessories Tiffany & Co. and Paspaley. Discover the full edit in store at Burnside Village this season.
Photographed - Marco Di Stefano
Makeup - Ali Buss
Hair & Grooming - Atilio Dusa