Showing posts with label Margaret Howell. Show all posts
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6.19.2013

London Collections: Men, Day 2

Famous names filled the schedule for Day 2 of London Collections: Men, including J.W. Anderson, who recently collaborated with Donatella Versace to launch the revived Versus brand, the simply philosophical Margaret Howell, fashion rebels KTZ and Katie Eary and British suiting masters, Savile Row. Notable collections include Rag & Bone and legendary label, Alexander McQueen, by Sarah Burton.

Rag & Bone Spring/Summer 2014









Rag & Bone have brought to men a modest collection that sneaks in eye-catching pieces discreetly. The technological colour palette almost hides the fact that there are organic elemental prints scattered amongst the collection. Despite the clinical feel to the collection as a whole, these ensembles can be worn exuding a cool and casual personality, as Rag & Bone is famed for achieving throughout their designs. Rag & Bone may want to up their game, as many designers are achieving this look with little to no effort. What saves the collection from negative feedback is their reputation for high-quality fit and material.





Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2014








The vision of the late Alexander McQueen has been kept alive by the commendable Sarah Burton, and it continues with their latest menswear collection. The warped idea of the male silhouette and style, as envisioned by the original designer, is accentuated throughout the collection. Feminine details are apparent as they are subtle, including patent leather ballet flats, Church-inspired printed coats and skinny trousers and corseted blazers. Hints of macabre also appear, the most obvious being the moth-eaten knits and spider-web panelled sweaters. Diversifying typical menswear pieces with feminine details may not seem new, but Sarah has most likely started a more classical approach to androgyny.




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1.09.2013

London Collections: Men, Day 2

Day 2 of London Collections: Men featured shows from Martine Rose, Richard James, Sibling, Vivienne Westwood, Burberry, Nicole Fahri, Aitor Throup, Jonathan Saunders, Savile Row, Mr. Hare, RAKE, Oliver Spencer, and James Long.

My favourite collections from the day were Christopher Shannon, Margaret Howell, YMC and Alexander McQueen.

YMC Autumn/Winter 2013








Shades of blue may be currently a Spring/Summer trend, but YMC is proposing that this colour be brought into the Autumn/Winter season... a bold move I say. But, luckily YMC have proven a point that blue should not be overlooked in the cooler months, if in the right shades and worn in a colour coordinated outfit - the teals with brown and the navy with darker reds and greys are perfect. On a sour note, I do not appreciate the berets...

Margaret Howell Autumn/Winter 2013








Margaret Howell is one of my favourite minimalist designers, and I am not disappointed with this collection. She manages to stay to her calming aesthetic, and does not dull with the use of medium browns and chalky greys. A dynamic dimension is present within the collection, most likely due to the choice of textured materials and subtle patterns.

Christopher Shannon Autumn/Winter 2013








Undoubtedly one of my favourite London fashion designers, this Central St Martins graduate is a pioneer in the future of men's fashion. The use of panelling and choice of different textured materials in most of the garments overshadow the fact that these garments are merely simply sweaters, pants and windbreakers. I find it astounding to see such a designer turn once mundane garments into symbols of contemporary men's fashion.

Alexander McQueen Autumn/Winter 2013






Alexander McQueen's vision is once again embodied through the faithful Sarah Burton's collection for the brand. The clash of cathedral prints, blinding reds and sombre dark panels in the tailoring come together and create an almost understated collection. There is something about this collection that exudes a sense of "peaceful darkness"...

Images courtesy of Fashionising