Inspired edge… Insightful profile at online men’s clothing retailer mrporter.com, looking at designer Rick Owens and his latest inspiration cues. The Californian native and Parisian resident, known for his primal, tribal intensity combined with expert production (Italy, of course) has become a brand beloved by models, attractive street kids (with big clothing allowances) and a chunk of the coveted fashion editorial set. "An American’s idea of French sophistication and finesse and chic,” according to the designer himself. If black, tough, modern (post-modern maybe) with a bit more than a little edge is your thing…