V modnem prostoru, ki ga pogosto narekujejo minljivi trendi, Aldo Segama, ustanovitelj Aldove hiše sloga, že skoraj dve desetletji izpopolnjuje nekaj bistveno trajnejšega umetnost brezčasne moške mode.
Segamovo delo, zasidrano v Providenceu v zvezni državi Rhode Island, tiho črpa navdih iz okolja, ki ga obdaja. Obsežni obalni razgledi in zgodovinske razkošne vile, ki že dolgo služijo kot kulisa nekaterih najbolj elegantnih porok in dogodkov v državi, so oblikovali njegov pogled na svečano modo. V okolju, kjer je črni smoking standard in ne izjema, je Segama zgradil blagovno znamko, ki spoštuje tradicijo in jo hkrati na novo interpretira za sodobnega moškega.
The Many Ways of Wearing Black
Svojo najnovejšo kolekcijo je februarja predstavil na modni reviji Break Free CFDA Calendar v New Yorku pod naslovom The Many Ways of Wearing Black. V svojem bistvu je kolekcija študija kontrastov sodobna, a klasična, prefinjena, a nosljiva. Čiste linije, strukturirano krojenje in poudarek na prezenci opredeljujejo vsak videz, pri čemer kosi niso zasnovani le za modno pisto, temveč za ključne trenutke v življenju. Kolekcija je bila predstavljena na otvoritveni večer ob polni podpori dogodka Break Free CFDA ter z objavami v revijah Davinci Magazine, Fashion Trendsetter, FashionX Magazine, Harper’s Bazaar, Grazia in drugih.
Ustvarjam nosljiva oblačila, pojasnjuje Segama. Na videz preprosta izjava razkriva bistvo blagovne znamke. Medtem ko moda pogosto stremi k spektaklu, Aldova hiša sloga ostaja zvesta svojemu namenu poskrbeti, da vsak posameznik izgleda najbolje takrat, ko je to najpomembneje.
Ta namen je zaživel tudi na modni pisti, kjer so modeli poosebljali tiho samozavest, ki zaznamuje kolekcijo. Med njimi je izstopal Miguel Contreras, ne le zaradi svoje izrazite prezence, temveč tudi zaradi globine, ki jo prinaša onkraj mode.
Contreras prihaja iz Bostona in predstavlja novo generacijo modelov, katerih zgodba sega daleč preko modne piste. Z magistrsko izobrazbo iz psihologije in življenjsko izkušnjo očetovstva v svoje delo vnaša čustveno inteligenco in prizemljen pogled. Nastopal je že v Parizu, New Yorku in Bostonu ter na pisti izžareva občutek namena, ki se popolnoma ujema s Segamovo vizijo eleganca brez odvečnosti, moč brez hrupa. Marca 2026 se je udeležil tudi zabave po podelitvi oskarjev v Los Angelesu, kar dodatno potrjuje njegov pomen v modni industriji. Svojo zgodbo prenaša z ene lokacije na drugo, z enega snemanja na naslednje in z ene modne piste na drugo.
“Zmagovanje je lažji del življenja”
Tako oblikovalec kot model nosita v sebi posebno dvojnost. Segama, ki je svojo blagovno znamko zgradil v času negotovosti med recesijo leta 2008, in Contreras, ki z enako predanostjo usklajuje intelekt, družino in modo. Skupaj predstavljata razumevanje, da slog ni le vprašanje videza, temveč tudi značaja.
Segamova pot od odprtja prve trgovine pri 23 letih do priprav na prihajajočo predstavitev s Flying Solo v New Yorku letos septembra je zaznamovana tako z vztrajnostjo kot ustvarjalnostjo. Nauči se izgubljati, pravi. Zmagovanje je lažji del življenja. Ta filozofija odmeva tudi v njegovih oblikah disciplinirane, premišljene in ustvarjene, da trajajo. Kljub strukturi in tradiciji pa ostaja prostor tudi za individualnost. Contreras v zgodbo vnese nepričakovan osebni vidik, saj razkrije, da je velik oboževalec animeja. Opomnik, da identiteta ostaja globoko osebna tudi znotraj natančno krojenega smokinga.
V svojem bistvu Aldova hiša sloga ni le o oblačilih. Gre za trenutke poroke, prelomnice in večere, ki živijo še dolgo po tem, ko minejo. S pomočjo oblikovalcev, kot je Aldo Segama, in modelov, kot je Miguel Contreras, ti trenutki dobijo obliko z jasnostjo, samozavestjo in tiho izraznostjo. Nosijo spomin in nas popeljejo iz kraja v kraj v slogu.
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Aldo’s House of Formals Redefines the Modern Tux Through Craft, Coastlines, and Character with Super Model Miguel Contreras on His Side
In a fashion landscape often driven by fleeting trends, Aldo Segama, founder of Aldo’s House of Formals (AHF), has spent nearly two decades refining something far more enduring: the art of timeless menswear.
Rooted in Providence, Rhode Island, Segama’s work draws quietly from the world around him. The state’s sweeping coastal views and historic gilded mansions—longstanding backdrops for some of the most elegant weddings and events in the country—have shaped his perspective on formalwear. In a place where black-tie is not an exception but an expectation, Segama has built a brand that respects tradition while reinterpreting it for the modern man.
The Many Ways of Wearing Black
His latest collection at the Break Free CFDA Calendar Runway Show this past February Aldo’s debuted “The Many Ways of Wearing Black”. At its core, the collection is a study in contrast: modern yet classic, refined yet wearable. Clean cuts, structured tailoring, and an emphasis on presence define each look where the pieces are designed not just for the runway, but for life’s defining moments. Aldo’s featured the collection on opening night in New York City, with full support from the Break Free CFDA show and features in Davinci Magazine, Fashion Trendsetter, FashionX Magazine, Harper’s Bazaar, Grazia and more.
“I make wearable garments,” Segama explains… a deceptively simple statement that underscores the brand’s ethos. While fashion often leans toward spectacle, AHF remains grounded in purpose: ensuring that every client looks their best when it matters most.
That intention was brought to life on the runway, where models embodied the quiet confidence that defines the collection. Among them, Miguel Contreras (@_ken.pachii) stood out not only for his commanding presence but also for the depth he brings beyond fashion.
Hailing from Boston, Contreras represents a new kind of model. One whose story extends far beyond the catwalk. With a Master’s degree in psychology and a life shaped by fatherhood, he brings an emotional intelligence and grounded perspective that subtly informs his work on the runway. Having walked in Paris, New York, and Boston, Contreras carries himself with a sense of intention that aligns seamlessly with Segama’s vision: elegance without excess, strength without noise. Miguel also attended the Oscars After Party in LA on March 15th, 2026, showing the significance he holds within the modeling industry. He brings his story from location to location, shoot to shoot and runway after runway.
“Winning is the easier part of life.”
Both the designer and the model possess a certain duality. Segama, who built his brand during the uncertainty of the 2008 recession, and Contreras, who balances intellect, family, and fashion with equal care. Together, they represent a shared understanding that style is not just about appearance, but about character.
Segama’s journey from opening his first store at 23 to preparing for an upcoming presentation with Flying Solo in New York this September has been shaped as much by resilience as by creativity. “Learn how to lose,” he reflects. “Winning is the easier part of life.” It’s a philosophy that resonates in his designs: disciplined, intentional, and built to last.
Yet, for all the structure and tradition, there is also room for individuality. Contreras, for instance, brings an unexpected personal note to the story; he shares that he is a huge anime fan. A reminder that even within the tailored lines of a tuxedo, identity remains deeply personal.
At its heart, Aldo’s House of Formals is not just about clothing. It is about moments such as weddings, milestones, evenings that live on long after they pass. And through designers like Aldo Segama, and models like Miguel Contreras, those moments are given form with clarity, confidence, and quiet distinction. They hold a memory. The garment takes us from place to place…. in style.
Modela: @aldos_formals @_ken.pachii
Oblikovalec: @aldos_formals
PR: @parisrunwayofficial
Besedilo: @onceuponatimebrit @parisrunwayofficial
