Menswear Fashion Week

Versace
Fall Winter 2017/18

Italian fashion house Versace is back with their magnetic and uber trendy fall winter collection. The collection oozez a modern day business man with a sportswear aesthetic, showcasing a strong and powerful presence the collection displayed boldness and a futuristic chi'c that Versace is known for. Donatella's use of the baroque motifs where evident as they featured in numerous jackets, blazers & jumpers serving an essence of the 80's -90's era of which Gianni Versace really utilized this artistic and very decorative flare. Trenchcoats, suits, biker jackets, slim fitted leather trousers were all displayed throughout the runway show along with the additional over-sized or puff jacket which really defined each look; the fabrics also complimented the collection utilizing really good quality leathers, suede's & plaids along with fur trimmings along some items complimenting the entity Versace stand for. The colours were kept very simple yet effective with a mixed palette of blacks, greys, reds and camel which not only kept the uniform consistent but allowed us as the viewer to really identify this flawless and ultra modern collection. Donatella's work always blows us away and this fall winter 2017/18 collection can only be described as a true masterpiece; a job well done Donatella.   

Menswear Fashion Week

Dsquared
Fall/Winter 2017/18

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Dsquared is back in full effect with their fall winter 17/18 collection combining both menswear and womenswear to create an epic and truly magnificent collection. Grunge chi'c or a modern day traveler set the tone for the fashion show releasing an abundance of over-sized coats, jackets jumpers, t -shirts and distinctive taste for combining soft and playful fabrics with hard structured layers creating the ultimate ensemble. Dsquared are all about pushing boundaries and not holding back and this collection depicts this with chunky metallic boots and crystal embellished beanie hats complimenting each garment as they cascaded down the runway. Furs, knit, leathers, and wool featured throughout with elements of plaid, cow prints and a varied floral decorative print bringing each look to life giving character and zoning in on the collections thesis. Dsquared are completely unapologetic with their fashion statements and are not afraid to take risks and set their own unique mark each season; an innovative and completely mind blowing collection to say the least and one that is not only wearable but completely effortless in its beauty.

Menswear Fashion Week

Diesel Black/Gold
Fall Winter 2017/18

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The Diesel Black/Gold collection conveys a beautiful mix between over-sized garments and a vast arrangement of layers; the collection contained Parka jackets, leather coats with decorative motifs, a variation of harem like and baggy trouser along with over-sized jumpers or slim fit tops to fit in with the sporty yet bohemian Gothic tone. A blend of neutral tones paved the way for this epic fashion experience with a beautiful blend of blacks, grey's, blue and creams with minimal light splashes of colour here and there. 

The collection stays true to the format of the season using minimal colour's and neutral tones, relying more on texture to bring each ensemble to life. Each piece manages to capture your eye and the essence of the Diesel brand without being too over dramatic; the Black & Gold collection has taken some influence from 90's with the fit and overall rebel quality the collection possesses using leathers, cottons & furs to enhance and really zone in on the uniformed pieces. An overall amazing collection for sure and one we will most certainly see throughout this year, a wearable military uniform that will stand the test of time.