Looks from Dior Men’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Dior)
The Menswear Spring 2024 season has set the stage for a groundbreaking revolution in men’s fashion. Embracing fluidity, inclusivity, sustainability, and innovation, designers have created a mesmerizing symphony of sartorial liberation. The runway serves as a canvas where traditional notions of masculinity are reimagined and reshaped. As the seasons change and fashion evolves, these groundbreaking trends remind us that menswear is not just clothing; it’s an ever-evolving expression of identity, freedom, and creativity.
Throughout Europe, the runways were a playground of limitless possibilities. The season kicked off in London with shows running from June 10 -12th. Then the dapper set were off to Italy, first stop, Pitti Uomo in Florence from June 13-16th and then the excitement of Milan revved up from June 16-20th. Paris of course closed out the season with a bang from June 20-25th. What about New York? The city that never sleeps will show menswear along with Woman’s Fashion Week in early September.
Jacquemus’ Spring 2024 showcase at the Lake Versailles was a sight to behold. (Photo Credit: Lifestyle Asia)
Many designers at Men’s Fashion Week Spring 2024 pulled out all the stops for their show creating over-the-top viral moments that left industry insiders in awe, which is no easy fete. From closed down bridges (Louis Vuitton, Kenzo) to moving floors (Dior Men), and palace-side boat rides (Jacquemus), this season was a spectacle and display of power, wealth, and access reached new heights. So it’s no surprise that according to a tally of the most-viewed men’s shows of SS24 on Vogue Runway, Louis Vuitton came in first place. The show was a star-studded event as everyone anxiously awaited to see Pharrell Williams’s debut for Louis Vuitton. The show was an instant hit and Williams featured “Damoflage” which in Pharrell’s show notes was a fusion between Louis Vuitton’s iconic checkered Damier pattern and traditional camouflage fabric. “Damoflage” appeared across the collection, and truly capsulates Pharrell’s personal avant garde style.
A video of Pharell William’s debut Louis Vuitton Spring 2024 Show. (Video Courtesy of YouTube FF Chanel)
Before we delve into the trends for the Spring 2024 season, here is a brief history on Menswear Fashion Week.
HISTORY
In the realm of fashion, one event stands as a bastion of style and innovation – Men’s Fashion Week. Spanning across four fashion capitals – Milan, Paris, London, and New York – this bi-annual celebration of masculinity has a rich history that weaves together creativity, culture, and couture. Join UoF on a journey through time, as we explore the origins and evolution of Men’s Fashion Week in these iconic cities.
Milan – The Birth of Dapper Debonair
The year was 1971 when Milan hosted its first-ever Men’s Fashion Week, a pioneering moment that brought Italian elegance to the forefront. Spearheaded by visionaries like Giorgio Armani and Nino Cerruti, the Milanese runway showcased sharp tailoring, luxurious fabrics, and a newfound emphasis on minimalistic sophistication. Men’s fashion was no longer relegated to the shadows; it was a statement of confidence and poise.
Paris – The Haute Heritage
Stepping into the elegant city of Paris, we travel back to the origins of Haute Couture. In 1973, Paris welcomed its inaugural Men’s Fashion Week, further solidifying the city’s reputation as a timeless fashion capital. Designers like Yves Saint Laurent, Pierre Cardin, and Jean-Paul Gaultier infused traditional French savoir-faire with a contemporary flair. Paris became synonymous with avant-garde and artistic expressions that transcended the ordinary.
London – Punks to Peacocks
Across the Channel, London’s Men’s Fashion Week story took a different turn. Emerging in 1984, it began as an edgy, rebellious movement with punk influences, thanks to designers like Vivienne Westwood. Over time, it evolved into a melting pot of diverse styles, from tailored Savile Row classics to eccentric, bold streetwear. London became a playground for experimentation, paving the way for a new generation of men’s fashion designers.
New York – American Dreams and Diversity
Crossing the Atlantic, we find ourselves in the bustling streets of New York. In 1995, the Big Apple hosted its inaugural Men’s Fashion Week, showcasing American dreams and diversity. Designers like Ralph Lauren, Tom Ford, and Calvin Klein celebrated masculinity in all its forms – from rugged to refined. New York’s fashion week spotlighted the fusion of traditional American sportswear with cutting-edge contemporary designs.
As the years passed, Men’s Fashion Week in Milan, Paris, London, and New York transformed into a global phenomenon. The event expanded its reach beyond the fashion elite, with social media turning every spectator into a front-row participant. This democratization of fashion allowed designers to connect directly with their audience and opened doors for emerging talents from diverse backgrounds.
In recent years, a profound shift occurred in men’s fashion. Sustainability and ethical practices took center stage. Designers increasingly embraced eco-friendly materials, responsible manufacturing, and gender-neutral designs. Men’s Fashion Week became a platform to promote conscious consumption, making a positive impact on both the planet and society.
TRENDS
SCHOOL DAZE
Designers are feeling nostalgic this season as the schoolboy uniform trend makes its mark on the runway where you will find plenty of oversized blazers paired with tiny shorts.
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Valentino’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Neil Barrett’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Prada’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Paul Smith’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
VARSITY BLUES
Athletic inspired looks have come back this spring with a collegiate twist.
A look from Kenzo’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Wales Bonner’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Vetements’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dsquared2’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Saul Mash’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Fashionista)
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
FLORAL DELIGHT
“Florals for spring? Groundbreaking” is one of the most famous quotes from Miranda Priestly, the notoriously difficult boss in The Devil Wears Prada, but this season the motif is truly fashion forward as 3-D floral appliques made there way onto the menswear runways from a quirky hat to a tailored shirt.
A look from Prada’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Valentino’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring 2024 Show. )(Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Alexander McQueen’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dior Men’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
DEEP POCKETS
It’s time to get to work. Cargo pockets and utilitarian looks are making a splash both on the runway and off.
A look from Études’ Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Li-Ning’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Fashionista)
A look from Fendi’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from MSGM’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Junya Watanabe’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Prada’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
THE GOING OUT TOP
The halter top gets a refresh as the androgynous look gives a 70s meets Y2K vibe.
A look from Saint Laurent’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Acne Studio’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Ludovic de Saint Sernin’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Egonlab’s Spring 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
So tell us, what is your favorite menswear trend for the spring 2024 season?
Looks from Chanel’s Resort 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Hollywood Reporter)
The world of fashion never rests. It’s constantly evolving and embracing new trends to captivate the hearts of fashionistas worldwide. Amidst this perpetual cycle, the Resort season emerges as a crucial milestone in the industry, providing designers with a unique opportunity to showcase their creativity and unlock significant sales potential. As we delve into Fashion’s Resort 2024 collections, we will embark on a journey through enchanting designs while exploring the undeniable importance of the resort season in driving fashion sales.
Unlike the more widely known fashion seasons like Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter, Resort collections offer a refreshing break from the traditional fashion calendar. Launched between seasons, typically during the winter months, Resort collections cater to jet-setters seeking stylish ensembles for their warm-weather getaways. Resort collections epitomize the essence of escapism, transporting us to sun-soaked destinations and inspiring dreams of far-off shores.
Liberated from the constraints of thematic consistency, they can explore innovative silhouettes, patterns, and fabrics, resulting often in breathtaking creations. Designers often draw inspiration from diverse sources, such as exotic locales, art movements and cultural heritage, infusing their collections with a captivating mix of tradition and contemporary flair.
Looks from Roberto Cavalli’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue).
A look from Phillip Plein’s Resort 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: The Impression)
One of the key reasons why the resort season is essential to fashion sales lies in the extended retail window it creates. Unlike other collections that quickly give way to seasonal discounts, Resort collections maintain their relevance for an extended period. This longevity is particularly advantageous for retailers, allowing them to stock and sell these exclusive pieces for an extended period, thus maximizing their profitability.
The resort season caters to a broad range of consumer needs, making it a lucrative segment for fashion sales. From tropical beachgoers and urban vacationers to those living in climates that enjoy year-round warmth, the resort collections offer versatile designs suitable for various occasions. This inclusivity ensures that designers and retailers can tap into a diverse customer base, expanding their market reach and ultimately boosting sales.
In today’s digital age, the resort season’s impact extends far beyond traditional runways. Influencers and fashion enthusiasts flock to picturesque resort locations where collections are unveiled, generating a powerful synergy of style and social media. The visual splendor of these backdrops combined with the inherent allure of new fashion trends generates considerable online buzz, catapulting resort collections into the spotlight and increasing their desirability. This Resort 2024 season was no exception as Chanel showcased their collection in sunny Los Angeles, as a Santa Monica airplane hangar was used as a runway. Gucci showed in Seoul, the capital of South Korea while hundreds of labor union protested in the city’s streets. Dior’s creative director, Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Resort 2024 collection was an ode to Mexico, so it was only natural that the French luxury house showed in Mexico City. Meanwhile, Wes Gordon took his Resort 2024 Carolina Herrera show to Rio, Brazil. Not to be outdone by exotic locations, Nicolas Ghesquière’s Louis Vuitton show was held in the terraced gardens of Isola Bella, a tiny private island in Lake Maggiore, Italy.
Looks from Carolina Herrera’s Resort 2024 Show. (Photo Credit: Town & Country)
The resort season acts as a bridge between the more substantial Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter collections, ensuring a smooth transition for fashion aficionados. By offering a taste of upcoming trends and introducing transitional pieces, designers create anticipation for the next season, enabling customers to plan their wardrobes ahead of time. This strategy not only keeps consumers engaged but also bolsters brand loyalty, driving sales throughout the year.
A look from Tory Burch’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
Here are some of Resort’s hottest trends so far:
Barbiecore
Barbiecore, inspired by the iconic Barbie doll, as well as the release of the Barbie Movie on July 21, is a major trend characterized by its playful and feminine aesthetic.
A look from Chanel’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Diesel’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Carolina Herrera’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Anna Sui’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Givenchy’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
Floral Fantasies
Florals continue to reign supreme, with an array of exquisite botanical prints and patterns. From oversized blooms to delicate blossoms, these vibrant and romantic motifs grace dresses, skirts and blouses, adding a touch of femininity to every ensemble.
A look from Stella McCartney’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Gucci’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Carolina Herrera’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Christian Dior’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Christopher John Rogers’ Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Etro’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
Artisanal Craftsmanship
Resort 2024 pays homage to artisanal craftsmanship, celebrating traditional techniques and intricate details. Expect to see beautifully handcrafted embroidery, delicate lacework, and intricate beadwork adorning garments.
A look from The Row’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Alberta Ferretti’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Christian Dior’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Roberto Cavalli’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
Sophisticated Crochet
Crochet takes center stage for Resort 2024, with designers embracing this versatile and timeless technique. From dresses and tops to swimwear and accessories, crochet pieces evoke a sense of bohemian elegance and laid-back charm.
A look from Chloé’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Carolina Herrera’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Christian Dior’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Etro’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Frederick Anderson’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
Playful Ruffles
Ruffles make a spirited comeback, infusing Resort 2024 collections with a sense of whimsy and movement. Cascading down skirts, sleeves, and necklines, ruffles create a romantic and playful aesthetic.
A look from Carolina Herrera’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Diesel’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Gucci’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
Earthy Tones
Resort 2024 embraces the beauty of the natural world through earthy tones and natural textures. From sandy neutrals to mossy greens, these colors evoke a sense of serenity and connection to nature. Designers incorporate natural textures, such as linen, jute, and woven fabrics, bringing a tactile and organic element to the collections. Expect to see relaxed silhouettes and flowy garments that exude a sense of effortless elegance.
A look from Christian Dior’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Alberta Ferretti’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Gucci’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Tory Burch’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Stella McCartney’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Chloé’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
Abstract Prints
Abstract prints make a bold statement in Resort 2024, injecting a burst of energy and creativity into the collections. Geometric shapes, bold strokes, and unexpected color combinations create eye-catching designs that demand attention.
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Givenchy’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Christopher John Rogers’ Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Chanel’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Stella McCartney’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
Tailoring with a Twist
Resort 2024 redefines traditional tailoring with modern twists and unexpected details. Blazers feature oversized shoulders and nipped-in waists, offering a feminine take on structured silhouettes. Pants are cropped and wide-legged, providing comfort and sophistication. Look out for asymmetrical cuts, unique button placements, and unexpected fabric combinations that breathe new life into classic tailoring.
A look from Balenciaga’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Christopher John Rogers’ Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Givenchy’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Gucci’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Resort 2024 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
So tell us, what is your favorite trend for Resort 2024?
A look from Saint Laurent’s Fall 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Reuters)
It’s showtime! Men’s Fall 2023/24 fashion shows were back to pre-pandemic levels as the menswear pack reunited, first in Florence to kick off Pitti Uomo (Jan. 10-13), then Milan (Jan. 13-17) and then Paris Jan. 17 – 21). For over 50 years, Pitti Uomo has become the beating pulse of men’s fashion and dubbed the “menswear mecca”. In 1972, the first edition of Pitti Uomo took place, showcasing Italian tailoring and style to foreign markets. The biannual event has since become a global stage for the international menswear industry and the largest menswear trade show of its kind. Pitti Uomo is considered pivotal for launching new projects in men’s fashion and in determining future menswear trends.
According to Highsnobiety, “Another strategy that is key to the success of the fair, albeit a serendipitous one, is the prolific street style photography that occurs each season. As the ground zero for menswear style, Pitti is the gathering spot for the most stylish men in the world. It’s basically the Olympics of street style, so it’s no wonder that the elite of menswear, along with the who’s who of street style photographers and wannabe posers flock to the Fortezza da Basso each season to take part in the action.”
FLORENCE
A look from Brunello Cucinelli’s Fall 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A look from Martine Rose’s Fall 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
Each season a guest designer is chosen to show at Pitti Uomo. Highsnobiety reports, “Organizers travel the world to scout out the best upcoming talent and thought leaders in menswear. A look back across Pitti Uomo’s guest designer list from the past 30 years is like reading who’s who of the most influential names in menswear. Yohji Yamamoto, whose first monographic show also incidentally took place at the festival; Raf Simons has shown twice as has Undercover’s Jun Takahashi“. This season they chose British designer Martine Rose, in her first runway show outside of England. Rose examined the potential crossover of British youth and cultural refinement, as she aimed for the sweet spot, where sharp tailoring cohabitates with beach-to-club seductiveness. “It’s a collection rooted to the soundwave of Italo house music,” Rose stated in her collection notes for the show.
MILAN
Looks from Dolce & Gabbana’s Fall 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
After the Pitti show in Florence, the fashion set hopped to Milan for more men’s fashion. This season there was no holding back as several young designers from across the Channel, and major brands returned to the Milanese calendar such as Gucci, Zegna and K-Way. Here are a few major show moments:
A look from Gucci’s Fall 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
Gucci opened Milan Fashion Week with much anticipation as it was the first season without the brand’s Creative Director Alessandro Michele who served as the creative director for the luxury house since 2002 and who was responsible for the revitalization of the brand. The fall 2023/24 collection was created by the brand’s in-house design team, and was an ode to the luxury house’s greatest hits, from Tom Ford’s Y2K era to ‘80s sportswear, as well as a nod to the ‘70s, with an interpretation of the brand’s coated monogram canvas. It was an uplifting stroll down memory lane.
A look from Prada’s Fall 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
Meanwhile at Prada, creative directors Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons presented a collection entitled “Let’s Talk About Clothes”. The show was an ode to the ’60s with a heavy focus on boxy tailoring, as well as pieces such as suede jackets and bomber jackets. The collection opened to much fanfare as tailored suits strolled down the runway with contrasting disco collars over blazer lapels and eventually over various outerwear pieces and open-chested cardigans. The design duo also touched on the streetwear trend with their billowing bomber jackets – in cropped and oversized versions –all with a sophisticated hand.
Looks from Fendi’s Fall 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Some of the best outerwear of the season was courtesy of Fendi. Designed by Silvia Venturini Fendi, the collection explored asymmetrical silhouettes with sharp layering that will surely be a hit with the street style influencers. Fendi continued to celebrate the 25 year anniversary of their baguette bag by featuring mens’ versions throughout the show.
A look from JW Anderson’s Fall 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
JW Anderson had one of the most playful shows during the Men’s Milan Fashion Week as models paraded down the runway carrying pillows, wearing frog sandals, graphic-printed knit underwear, and fluffy long dress tops.
A look from Giorgio Armani’s Fall 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
Giorgio Armani, who is almost 90, showed on the last day of Milan Fashion Week. The elegant designer’s collection revisited a style of dress that is rich, quiet, and evocative of a metropolis as somber as it is elegant.
PARIS
Looks from Dior Men’s Fall 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
Paris Men’s Fashion Week was in top form with a dynamic season of shows from Dior to Loewe. Here are a few major show moments:
A look from Givenchy’s Fall 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
A tale of two Givenchys as designer Matthew M. Williams played with the juxtaposition between exquisite minimalistic tailoring and intriguing mis-matched garments that were a tad too garish.
The suits sported sharp lines, neatly pointed shoulders, and nipped waists that turned the silhouette into an elongated hourglass. They were – the house said – “defiantly unhemmed at the seams.” Black gloves gave these looks a playful yet sinister quality.
“The world has a lot of options for everybody,” Williams said in his collection notes. “That’s what’s so beautiful about Givenchy: a brand that makes T-shirts for young people and then there’s people that want to buy couture tailoring jackets. It hits the whole gamut.”
While Givenchy’s show had mixed reviews, Saint Laurent had an incredible moment during Paris Fashion Week. Designer Anthony Vaccarello presented 46 looks that where both cohesive and struck a chord with the fashion crowd. Vaccarello brought the dark, elongated silhouettes of Saint Laurent’s women’s wardrobe to a gender-fluid and aesthetically precise fall men’s display.
Key looks included floor-sweeping Matrix-style leather coats, chic tuxedo coats, and dramatic bow neckties evoking a New Romantics era.
A look from LGN’s Fall 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
From dark romance to American Psycho horror (novel by Bret Easton Ellis), this was the inspiration behind Louis Gabriel Nouchi’s collection for his label LGN. A number of looks were styled with shiny black plastic gloves and blood (fake) splattered faces.
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Fall 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: AFP)
Singer Rosalía stunned guests at Louis Vuitton’s dramatic, digital age-themed menswear show with a surprise set atop a vintage 1980s yellow sedan, in shades and a hooded jacket.
Following the devastating death of former artistic director Virgil Abloh in 2021, the Louis Vuitton Men’s Studio has taken over the brand’s creative control. For the luxury house’s fall 2023 show, the set replicated a vintage childhood home recreated inside the Louvre’s oldest courtyard – which showed a continuity with the coming-of-age style that defined Abloh’s aesthetic for the brand.
This season, the youthful studio team and guest designer Colm Dillane, the founder of KidSuper, channeled growing up as members of the first generation raised in the digital age. Patterns conjured encrypted computer coding, while handwritten notes – relics in today’s world – were upcycled to produce a surreal white suit and top hat look constructed entirely of note paper.
At times the collection depended on gimmicks, such as pixelated apples on an otherwise beautiful round-shouldered wool coat, but the best looks were minimalist, such as a light grey suit jacket that sported one large childlike button showcasing masterful construction with interlocking layers of fabric.
A look from Rick Owens’ Fall 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: AP)
Rick Owens stayed true to his gothic, artistic approach to fashion for his fall menswear collection in Paris which was inspired by ancient Egypt – specifically the former pharaonic stronghold of Luxor. Think high pharaonic priest meets high-octane 70s rock star. Throw in some dramatic alien-like spiked shoulders that are now an Owens staple, and you have a devilishly good show.
So tell us, do you have a fav look from the menswear fall 2023/24 collections?
Looks from Dior’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Dior)
Au revoir fashion month! Fashion’s grand finale, Paris Fashion Week, wrapped up Tuesday, Oct. 4th and it was a full 9 days of back-to-back shows, parties, and events. The IRL runway shows were packed with guests and celebrities, and the week was back to pre-pandemic levels. The fashion was magnificent as the French have a flare for the theatrical, ranging from pannier looks (Panniers or side hoops are women’s undergarments worn in the 17th and 18th centuries to extend the width of the skirts at the side while leaving the front and back relatively flat), to asymmetrical hemlines, bra tops, and catsuits.
Paris Fashion Week was filled with just as much excitement on the runways and off.
A look from Loewe’s Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
At Loewe, guests were sent a red anthurium flower as the invitation as the bold flower appeared on dresses, modelled as bra cups and breastplates made from metal covered in ceramic paint.
A look from Ester Manas’ Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
Ester Manas celebrated ALL women. Her Spring 2023 show notes stated that ‘Everyone is welcome’, this was clear with the collection’s size-inclusive cast.
Stella McCartney and her models celebrate her Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Stella McCartney)
Stella McCartney is one of the biggest designers championing sustainable clothing and this season was her most sustainable collection to date, using 87% conscious materials.
A look from Junya Watababe’s Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
Junya Watanabe returned to Paris with a bang. The models sported fantastic New Romantic wigs and strutted to a soundtrack of Duran Duran.
A look from Balenciaga’s Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
The set at Balenciaga was an immense dimly lit mud pit that stank of damp soil as the poor models trudged around the perimeter. The show opened with Ye dressed in a multi-pocketed security guard jacket. Demna Gvasalia, the creative director for the brand, described the set as a ‘metaphor for digging for truth’.
Maria Grazia Chiuri on the runway of her Christian Dior Show with Dutch choreographers Imre and Marne van Opstal and their troupe who performed during the event. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
Inspired by Catherine de Medici, who is recognized for bringing high heels, corsets, and Burano lace to the French court, Maria Grazia Chiuri riffed on the wide-skirt silhouette from that era for Dior’s Spring 2023. At the center of the runway was a grotto set by French artist Eva Jospin and a performance by dancers and choreographers Marne and Imre Van Opstal and their troupe.
Cher closes Balmain Spring 2023 Runway Show in a custom jumpsuit with designer Olivier Rousteing. (Photo Credit: WWD)
Cher made a cameo appearance at Balmain’s festival at Stade Jean-Bouin. She is the new face of Balmain’s handbag campaign, and the star joined creative director Olivier Rousteing for his bow.
The French artist Philippe Parreno began planning the Louis Vuitton set in June and construction began in August. (Photo Credit: Louis Vuitton)
A huge ‘monster flower’ installation designed by artist Philippe Parreno pulsated at the heart of the Louis Vuitton show, complete with lightbulb chandeliers whizzing about over ahead.
Victoria Beckham poses with family members Cruz, Harper, husband David, Romeo, Brooklyn and Brooklyn’s wife, Nicola Peltz, at her runway show. (Photo Credit: WireImage)
Victoria Beckham’s Paris runway debut brought a sexier edge to the brand, set against the backdrop of the cloisters of Val-de-Grâce. The Beckham family were all in attendance to cheer her on.
The first Issey Miyake show since the founder’s death in August, opened with a portrait of the late designer on big screens displaying one of his quotes, ‘I believe there is hope in design. Design evokes surprise and joy in people.’
Zendaya made a stunning appearance at the Valentino Spring 2023 Show in a sheer crystal embellished bodysuit from the brand. (Photo Credit: Elle)
Zendaya made a stunning appearance at the Valentino’s show during Paris Fashion Week and took a front seat to the runway. The actress wore a sheer bodysuit covered in tiny crystals covering a pair of black short-shorts, all from Valentino’s Spring 2022 collection.
Blackpink’s Rosé attended Saint Laurent in a black minidress. (Photo Credit: WWD)
K-Pop sensation Blackpink took over Paris Fashion Week as bandmembers made various appearances. Rosé attended Saint Laurent in a black minidress, Jisoo paired a black mini with fishnets at Dior and Jennie Kim looked absolutely delightful in a colorful, knit look at Chanel.
Kylie Jenner and Khloé Kardashian heading to Baleciaga’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Kylie Jenner also made a splash at Paris Fashion Week as the reality star popped up in multiple front rows and events. She definitely went out of her comfort zone as she wore bold fashion looks.
Bella Hadid Closing Show at Coperni’s Spring 2023 Collection. Video Courtesy of YouTube The Front Row
In a runway moment that evoked the iconic Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 1999 show, in which Shalom Harlow’s white dress was live-painted on the runway by two robots as she stood on a rotating platform, Coperni designers Sébastien Meyer and Arnaud Vaillant sprayed a dress onto Bella Hadid before the audience’s eyes. It was a moment very clearly engineered to go viral, but in that respect, it was a massive success: The brand gained hundreds of thousands of Instagram followers in the days after the show, and a post depicting the moment garnered over 2 million likes in just 48 hours, according to Nylon Magazine.
Doja Cat took Paris Fashion Week by storm. (Photo Credit: Vogue)
Doja Cat was a front row fixture all month long, sometimes putting the collections on the runways to shame. The entertainer is definitely having fun with fashion.
Off-White’s tribute to founder Virgil Abloh during Paris Fashion Week. (Photo Credit: Off-White)
Spring 2023 marked Ib Kamara’s first, as the art and image director at Off-White in the wake of founder Virgil Abloh’s passing, and the show — complete with a live musical performance and a dancers — was a lovely celebration of the Abloh’s life, work, and legacy.
Thom Browne’s Spring 2023 Runway Cadillac. (Photo Credit: HighSnobSociety)
It doesn’t matter where Thom Browne shows, his runway extravaganzas are nothing short of magic. This season, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez shut down the runway by climbing into a pink Cadillac as Aretha Franklin song of the same name blasted from the speakers.
BIZZAREST MOMENT OF PARIS FASHION WEEK
Candace Owens and Kanye West at his Yeezy Season 9 sow in their controversial shirts. (Photo Credit: Candace Owens/ Twitter)
Kanye West — who legally changed his name to Ye — sparked controversy in his black long-sleeve tee with its statement, “White Lives Matter” which is considered a “hate slogan” by the Anti-Defamation League, during his Yeezy Season 9 event at Paris Fashion Week on Monday, October 10th. His look was on full display as the designer gave a speech during the opening of the presentation. It was also featured in an image uploaded to Twitter by conservative commentator Candace Owens — who wore the same shirt in white to the show.
The fashion industry has collectively deemed Ye’s YZY show as dangerous and irresponsible, and they have also rallied around Vogue fashion editor Gabriella Karefa-Johnson after the artist bullied her in response to her critique on the show.
PARIS FASHION WEEK TRENDS
Aside from Ye’s disastrous show, there was plenty of great fashion in Paris and here are a few breakout trends:
HIP PARADE
Everything old is new again, even the pannier – an under-structure used in eighteenth-century fashion that created a shape wide at the sides and flat at the front and back – designers ranging from Dior to Loewe all created modernized versions of the hip-accentuating silhouette.
A look from Christian Dior’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Rochas’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Balmain’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Loewe’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Comme des Garçons’ Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Lanvin’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
HOOD NEWS
Hooded evening-looks were all over the runways in Milan, and in Paris the trend is going strong. But in France, the capuche (French for hood) looks more like a cowl or an already-attached headscarf than what you’d see on a sweatshirt. These hooded ensembles can be found on anything from a cropped top to a slinky gown.
A look from Saint Laurent’s Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Off-White’s Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Mônot’s Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Comme des Garçons’ Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Schiaparelli’s Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
BRIEF ENCOUNTER
This spring the French Runways were filled with the tiniest of shorts, so go ahead and show off your legs.
A look from Miu Miu’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Loewe’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Chanel’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Alessandra Rich’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Rick Owens’ Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Nina Ricci’s Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
LEATHER ALERT
Bra tops have been going strong and for Spring 2023, the French Runways were filled with leather variations of the controversial top.
A look from Givenchy’s Spring 2023 show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Monot’s Spring 2023 show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Saint Sernin’s Spring 2023 show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Koche’s Spring 2023 show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Vaquera’s Spring 2023 show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
CATSUITS
Designers are favoring the one-and-done style of the catsuit this Spring season. From Sheer and sparkling numbers to printed versions, one things for sure, none of these looks are a bore.
A look from Balmain’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Valentino’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Andreas Kronthaler for Vivienne Westwood’s Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Schiaparelli’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Stella McCartney’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Victoria Beckham’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
HELLO MOTO
The moto-bike trend trickled up from the streets to the Paris Runways. For spring 2023, there were plenty of moto jackets that ranged from graphic motifs to minimalistic leather versions.
A look from Chloé’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Off-White’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Isabel Marant’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Junya Watanabe’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Ottolinger’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
THE LAST DAYS OF DISCO
It was a disco inferno on the Paris runways as designers presented sparkling dresses that are perfect for dancing the night away.
A look from Chanel’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Givenchy’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Miu Miu’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Rick Owens’ Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Valentino’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Sacai’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
THE CANADIAN TUXEDO
The Y2K trend is still going strong as designers are inspired by Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake matching denim looks from the 2001 American Music Awards. An update to the Canadian Tuxedo definitely made its mark on the Paris runways this season.
A look from Chloé’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Miu Miu’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Givenchy’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Courrèges’ Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Balenciaga’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from AZ Factory’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
SIDE HUSTLE
Another popular Y2K trend is back for Spring 2023, the asymmetrical hemline. In Paris, designers opted to shift mullet hems from to side-to-side for a modern version of the handkerchief dresses.
A look from Thom Browne’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Stella McCartney’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Issey Miyake’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Rick Owens’ Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dries Van Noten’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Sacai’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
HIPS DON’T LIE
And the Y2K continues with low-rise bottoms. Designers in Paris presented low-rise everything: skirts, jeans, trousers, cargo pants and shorts. This trend is here to stay.
A look from Stella McCartney’s Spring 2023 show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Thom Browne’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Off-White’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Isabel Marant’s Spring 2023 show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Givenchy’s Spring 2023 show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
A look from Miu Miu’s Spring 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Imaxtree)
So tell us, after New York, London, Milan, and Paris Fashion Weeks, which city do you think has the strongest trends?
Looks from Louis Vuitton’s Spring 2023 Runway Show. (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
One thing was for sure during Men’s Fashion Week 2023 – Color is KING. The shows were back on and better then ever! In response to a lighting up of Covid restrictions, designers reacted in a splash of color in their collections.
The spring 2023 season was full of groundbreaking moments, from a celebration of Ann Demeulemeester at Pitti Uomo in Florence, to JW Anderson’s much-anticipated debut at Milan Fashion Week.
A look from JW Anderson’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
LONDON
The Menswear Spring 2023 season began in London and ran from June 11-13th. The three-day event was a combination of both physical and digital events happening throughout the city. London is famous for showcasing new designers and this season they didn’t disappoint. Most of the designers are part of the BFC’s Newgen funding program and included Labrum London, Robyn Lynch, Marie Lueder, Ahluwalia and Martine Rose.
FLORENCE
A look from Brunello Cucinelli’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
The fashion crowd then jetted off to Florence for Pitti Uomo, which ran from June 14-17th. The historic fashion fair returned to all its glory after having to scale down the past few seasons due to the global pandemic. The venue was filled to capacity with brands ranging from Brunello Cucinelli to Herno.
A video of Prada’s Spring 2023 Menswear Show. (Video Courtesy of YouTube)
MILAN
Milan Fashion Week for Menswear ran from June 17 – 21st with a pre-pandemic worthy schedule showcasing the best Italian brands. This season, both Versace and Moschino showed their menswear collections for the first time in several years. Many of the luxury houses presented as well, such as Prada, Fendi, Giorgio Armani, and Dolce & Gabbana, to name a few.
But the real highlight of Milan’s Fashion Week was Jonathan Anderson bringing his eponymous London-based brand JW Anderson to the city for one season only – delayed from January due to Covid, and he provided ‘a real party’ for attendees, the first in a series of shows planned to take the brand global.
A look from Comme des Garçons Homme Plus’ Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
PARIS
There was no holding back Paris Fashion Week and their menswear shows ran from June 21-26th with a jam packed schedule. The city’s historical landmarks provided the backdrop for brands from Dior to Louis Vuitton, as well as fashion favorites such as Rick Owens, Givenchy, Loewe, Comme des Garçons, and Junya Watanabe. After much anticipation, Marine Serre made her menswear debut, with Lourdes Leon (Madonna’s daughter), closing the show.
A look from Marine Serre’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
MEANWHILE…
While June was a whirlwind of shows and events for the menswear industry in Europe, but back on the other side of the pond, Marc Jacobs was wreaking havoc as he presented his Fall 2022 women’s show on June 27th at The New York Public Library. Amidst all the chaos in the world today – war, COVID, political unrest, the rolling back of women’s rights in the U.S. – Marc Jacob’s collection said it all – we are simply – OVER THE TOP!
Looks from Marc Jacobs’ Fall 2022 Runway Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
Here are some of the hottest menswear trends for Spring 2023:
GO FOR BAROQUE
Rich patterns, luxurious fabrics and intricate needlework are worthy of any member of the French royal court in its heyday, but for spring 2021, the 17th century lavish style gets a 21-century update.
A look from Versace’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Celine’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Antonio Marras’ Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Marine Serre’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A FORMAL AFFAIR
Forget the office. The classic black suit gets a modern makeover with a cool rock-star edge.
A look from Givenchy’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Celine’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Rick Owens’ Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Prada’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
JEAN SPIRIT
Head to toe denim was all over the spring 2023 runways as designers offered a modern take on the classic Canadian tuxedo look.
A look from Prada’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Givenchy’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Fendi’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Craig Green’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dsquared2’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
BRIEF ENCOUNTERS
Bottoms up! All matter of shorts rocked the runways this spring 2023 season. From Prada’s leather version to Thom Browne’s short suits, one things for sure, its time to hit the stair master.
A look from Thom Browne’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Rick Owens’ Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Prada’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Hermès’ Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Fendi’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Etro’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dior Men’s Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Celine’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
IN FULL BLOOM
Florals for spring, groundbreaking….. Delicate print florals were found all over the men’s spring collections. From Louis Vuitton’s elegant dress and blazer version to Etro’s sporty jacket and shorts, these blossoming motifs will make you smile.
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Etro’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Loewe’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dsquared2’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Antonio Marras’ Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dries Van Noten’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
THINK PINK
With all the excitement over the Barbie movie which will feature Ryan Gosling playing Ken, it’s no wonder the color pink was all over the spring 2023 menswear collections. From Dior’s dusty pink suit to Rick Owens’ vibrant blazer, these soft shades are all the rage.
A look from Marine Serre’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Rick Owens’ Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dior Men’s Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Versace’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Zegna’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Craig Green’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
LOGO MANIA
The nineties aesthetic is going strong, as designers are reinterpreting their favorite trends from the decade. One of the biggest trends, logo mania. Designers branded their logos on everything from jackets and pants to hats and bags.
A look from Fendi’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Givenchy’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Kenzo’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Versace’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
ABOUT FACE
Covid-19 had us all in a number of lockdowns, but now, we are beginning to emerge back into the world and putting our best face forward, literally, designers were inspired by statues, paintings, and portraits of interesting faces. These looks are conversation pieces and will have you standing out in any crowd.
A look from Dior Men’s Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from JW Anderson’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from KidSuper’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Moschino’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Yohji Yamamoto’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Versace’s Spring 2023 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
So tell us, what is your favorite trend from the Men’s Spring 2023 shows?
Looks from Christopher John Rogers Resort 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Resort shows are back and stronger than ever as designers are presenting their collections again to pre-pandemic levels. The lucrative season, also known as cruise collections, is a pre-season line-up of ready-to-wear clothing created by a fashion house or fashion brand in addition to their spring and fall collections.
Resort collections were originally created for wealthy customers, aka the jetsetters, as they traveled to warm-weather destinations during the winter months. Traditionally, resort collections offered light spring or summer clothing during the winter months. Today, resort is targeted towards customers who have completed their fall wardrobes and are now looking forward to replenishing their vacation looks. In the United States, resort collections arrive in stores in November and are available for purchase until August, so typically resort collections will sit side by side with the brand’s spring collection, making resort the longest selling season and the most profitable.
Looks from Chanel’s Resort 2023 Show in Monte Carlo. (Photo Credit: V Magazine)
In the past, resort collections only offered beach-inspired vacation looks – such as swimsuits, caftans, walking shorts, and little sundresses in breezy fabrics. But today the season offers so much more. For many brands, restricting the resort season to summer staples only does not make financial sense. Today, the season is packed with transitional and seasonless looks to cater to customers around the world. The season gives brands the opportunity to satisfy global customers who travel all the time, as well as the demands of climate change, where in many parts of the winter, there is little to no winter.
Also, designers cannot ignore their global clients, and their biggest spends are in the ever-important Asian and Arab markets. Those consumers need clothes for different temperatures and at different times from the western markets.
A look from Derek Lam 10 Crosby’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
Designers at all levels of the market create resort collections, from high fashion houses like Chanel, Dior, and Gucci to contemporary designers like Tory Burch, Derek Lam 10 Crosby, and Gianni. Originally resort collections were created for womenswear, but today, many brands are offering resort for menswear, such as Gucci and Burberry.
Looks from Gucci’s Resort 2023 Show. (Photo Credit: Elle)
The majority of brands presented their resort collections on a smaller scale, with intimate appointments and lookbooks, but there are a few that presented a massive show in exotic locations. For the resort 2023 season, Chanel held its show on the shores of the Monte Carlo Beach Hotel, while Louis Vuitton flew the fashion set all the way to San Diego for a sun-soaked extravaganza against the backdrop of the brutalist architectural masterpiece that is the Salk Institute. Balenciaga’s show was held at The New York Stock Exchange. Meanwhile, Gucci’s Alessandro Michele timed his ‘Cosmogonie’ show to perfectly line up with a lunar eclipse., thus creating one of the most magical moments of the season. The astronomy-themed show was held in a 13th century, octagonal Castel del Monte in Italy’s Puglia region with a slew of celebrities were in attendance such as Gucci muse Dakota Johnson, Elle Fanning, and Lana del Rey, to name a few.
So, while the resort season is still going strong, here are some of the biggest trends so far:
IN-VEST
This isn’t your grandpa’s sweater-vest. Designers are toughening up their resort collections with cool leather vests this season. From Chanel’s motor cross-inspired version to Louis Vuitton’s futuristic style, these sleeveless toppers will instantly give you street-style cred.
A look from Chanel’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Chloé’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Gucci’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from MM6 Maison Margiela’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
WELL SUITED
Now that we are all heading back to the office, it’s time to re-fresh our suit options as designers are offering summer short suits that are bold and playful. From Chanel’s classic tweed version to Erdem’s embroidered look, these short-suits will keep you cool and looking chic.
A look from Erdem’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Chanel’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Etro’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Frederick Anderson’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Lafayette 148’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Zimmermann’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
SHIRT-CIRCUIT
It’s business as usual as the classic white shirt gets a makeover. From the exaggerated pointy collars at Gucci and The Row, to the ruffles at Prabal Gurung, these shirts are anything but basic.
A look from Prabal Gurung’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Gucci’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Adeam’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Tory Burch’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from The Row’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Proenza Schouler’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
TAKE A BOW
After all the casual work from home looks we’ve worn for the past few year due to the pandemic, it’s exciting to see a return to workwear, and for resort, the pussycat blouse was all over the runway.
Looks from Balenciaga’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Chanel’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from The Row’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Naeem Khan’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
PRIMA GALLERINA
Designers are often inspired by art, but for resort, designers looked to the gallerina for inspiration. These anything but basic black looks will stand out in any gallery space making you the chicest person in the room.
A look from Chloé’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
Looks from Erdem’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Givenchy’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Prabal Gurung’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Proenza Schouler’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
TIME TO SHINE
Silver and gold, can anyone measure their worth, well for resort, designers are playing with the metallic hues for day and the results are intergalactic!
A look from Paco Rabanne’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Stella McCartney’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Diesel’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Chanel’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dsquared2’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
MATCH-SET
Belly-baring tops are still going strong, but for resort, designers have turned the crop top into a matching two-piece looks that is playfully charming.
A look Moschino’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Zimmermann’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Preen by Thornton Bregazzi’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Paco Rabanne’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from MSGM’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Etro’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
MELLOW YELLOW
Yellow is the color of happiness, and optimism, of enlightenment and creativity, sunshine and spring, so its only fitting that the hue was found all over the resort runways as we all look forward to post-pandemic life.
A look from Stella McCartney’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Roberto Cavalli’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Proenza Schouler’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Christopher John Rogers’ Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Lafayette 148’s Resort 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
So tell us, what is your favorite resort trend so far?
It was 1969, in room #1742 of Montreal’s Queen Elizabeth Hotel, that John Lennon wrote “Give Peace a Chance“. The anti-war song, originally meant to be a “revolutionary” song for workers, has once again become the battlecry for our times. When on March 9th, a Ukrainian maternity and children’s hospital in Mariupol, southern Ukraine, was bombed we were all shocked to our core. Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky said the bombing was “proof of a genocide.” No one could disagree. As the world watches, in horror, the atrocities being inflicted by Putin on innocent civilians in Ukraine, the fashion industry is stepping up, not only by banding together in solidarity, but doing much more. Read on.
An injured pregnant woman leaves the damaged hospital with her belongings. (Photo Credit: AP)
President Zelenskyy and his people are fighting back, a true David & Goliath story come to life. Most of the world is rooting for Ukraine to win, but in war, no one ever truly wins as the death toll is growing daily. As of this writing, over two million people have fled Ukraine and families are being ripped apart as women, children, and the elderly are leaving their loved ones, homes, and all their possessions behind to find refugee throughout Europe and the U.S. Men and many women are staying behind to fight for their land, many untrained, as civilians are given guns and quickly trained to aim and shoot to protect themselves.
For now, the West is aiding Ukraine with weapons, money, and medical necessities. As of March 9th, the U.S. House of Representatives voted with a wide bipartisan majority to pass a ban on importing Russian oil, natural gas and coal into the United States. A move that can further cripple the Russian economy. The bill will also take steps to revisit Russia’s role in the World Trade Organization and reauthorize the Magnitsky Act to strengthen sanctions on Russia for human rights violations.
Protests against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine are being held throughout Europe and the United States. (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Fashion Industry Responds
When Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24, 2022 in the middle of Milan Fashion Week, many designers and brands immediately began donating to various charities, as well as temporarily closing their stores throughout Russia.
Protest pictures during Milan Fall 2022 Fashion Week. (Photo Credit: Acielle Tanbetova)
Designers from Giorgio Armani to Balenciaga’s Demna Gvasalia (who was a child refugee himself as he fled his homeland of Georgia in 1993 at the age of twelve) have been speaking up against the conflict; and numerous international brands and luxury fashion groups, from LVMH and Kering to Prada, Hermès and H&M, announced they were temporarily stopping their commercial activities and shuttering their stores in Russia as a sign of protest against the war on Ukraine.
A man walks past a closed H&M store in a St. Petersburg, Russia, shopping center. (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
“We are currently living through a war in the heart of Europe. We strongly condemn it and we are close to the population involved in this tremendous situation,” said Italy’s Camera della Moda in a statement to WWD on the fashion retail situation in Russia. They went on to say that “the temporary closure of the retail stores in Russia is not contemplated by the regulations on sanctions currently in force in Europe, it is a voluntary decision that has been made by many national and international brands that have a direct retail distribution organization. However, we recall that many brands sell their collections in Russia through distributors or dealers and therefore cannot, including from a contractual point of view, close the sales areas in the season, as they already delivered the spring/summer collection in the past few months.”
The statement underscored that the Camera’s “commitment today is aimed at being close to all those who are suffering and this is why we have joined the UNHCR at its side in fund-raising to support the refugees with concrete aid for the people and families forced to flee within the national boundaries or to neighboring countries.”
Protests in Milan against the Russian attack on Ukraine. (Photo Credit: WWD)
Global and wide-ranging sanctions on Russia are bound to drastically impact those brands and businesses with a retail footprint in in the country, but in the humanitarian aspect of the crisis it is vital to take a stand. To that end, the fashion industry has united and is stepping up its efforts during this time of crisis.
Here’s a roundup of the initiatives taken by the fashion industry thus far:
LVMH
LVMH, the world’s largest luxury conglomerate (owning brands such as Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, Fendi, Givenchy, Marc Jacobs, and Stella McCartney to name a few) donated €5 million ($5.4 million USD) to support the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) “to help the direct and indirect victims of this conflict.”
In addition, the company stands in solidarity with Ukraine and closed 124 of its stores in Russia. LVMH will still continue to pay its 3,500 employees in Russia.
LOUIS VUITTON
The French luxury powerhouse Louis Vuitton, made an immediate donation of €1 million ($1.09 million USD) to UNICEF, to provide aid for Ukrainian children and families.
“As millions of children and their families are facing immediate danger, the Maison, through the Louis Vuitton for UNICEF partnership, pledges to support UNICEF’s emergency response on the ground, responding swiftly to any emergencies by providing children and families in Ukraine with humanitarian aid including access to clean water, healthcare and education supplies, child protection services and psychosocial care,” the brand shared in a statement.
KERING
Kering, owner of Gucci and Saint Laurent among other brands, said on Instagram that it was making a “significant donation to the UNHCR, the United Nations Refugees Agency,” though it did not specify the amount.
GUCCI
Gucci enacted its global charity campaign Chime for Change and donated $500,000 to the UNHCR.
BALENCIAGA
The French label Balenciaga donated an undisclosed amount to the World Food Program (WFP), which launched an emergency operation to provide food assistance for people fleeing Ukraine and in neighboring countries.
CHANEL
The iconic French fashion house closed its stores in Russia and halted all e-commerce in the country. The brand also donated €2 million (about $2.18 million) to two relief organizations, CARE and UNHCR-UN Refugee Agency, which is “recognized for refugee support at the borders and for the specific care of families and children.”
In an Instagram post, the fashion house also announced that “Foundation Chanel will be working closely with its local partners to provide future critical support over the medium and long term to women and children impacted by this evolving situation.”
GIORGIO ARMANI
After showing its latest collection in Milan in silence, out of respect for the war in Ukraine, the Armani Group announced a donation of €500,000 (about $543,000) to UNHCR “for the assistance and protection of those who have been forced to flee the war in Ukraine.”
The company is also donating clothing essentials to refugees through the Italian nonprofit organization Comunità di Sant’Egidio, which already has a presence on the borders of Ukraine.
FASHION MODELS
Argentine model Mica Argañaraz, a regular presence on almost every major runway, posted on her Instagram story, “I have to say it feels very weird walking fashion shows knowing there’s a war happening in the same continent.” She noted that she would “be donating part of my earnings of this fashion week to help Ukrainian organizations” and called on fellow models to do the same. Supermodel sisters Gigi and Bella Hadid, Kaia Gerber, Vittoria Ceretti, Kiki Willems, Francesca Summers, and Aylah Peterson have also joined the movement and will donate part of their earnings to Ukraine.
L’OREAL PARIS
The cosmetic giant L’Oréal Paris, has teamed up with a number of local and international nonprofits (including UNHCR, Red Cross and UNICEF) to support the growing number of refugees, and people on the ground in Ukraine with a donation of €1 million ($1.09 million) through its L’Oréal Fund for Women.
“We have already made a donation of one million euros and have started to deliver hygiene products to NGOs in Poland, the Czech Republic, Romania and in Ukraine itself,” a statement reads on the company’s corporate website. “We will donate 300,000 products over the coming weeks.”
The beauty brand continues: “We strongly condemn the invasion and war in Ukraine, which is causing so much suffering to the Ukrainian people. Our thoughts go out to our 326 Ukrainian employees, their families and the people of Ukraine whose lives have been changed so dramatically in the last eight days. Although some have managed to cross the border, the majority of our employees remain in the country in increasingly harsh circumstances. We are concerned about them and fear for their safety.”
HERMES
Hèrmes announced that it would “temporarily close our stores in Russia and pause all our commercial activities,” where they have three stores and 60 employees.
BURBERRY
Burberry has shut down its three stores in Russia. The British luxury house brand also donated an undisclosed amount to the British Red Cross Ukraine Crisis Appeal. It also said it would match any employee donations to charities supporting humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.
VALENTINO
Italian luxury house Valentino donated €500,000 (about $543,000) to the UNHCR to provide immediate help to the Ukrainian refugees.
RALPH LAUREN
Given the urgency of the situation, the Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation has made an immediate donation to @CARE.org, an organization working with partners to provide critical support and aid to Ukrainian families and is double-matching employee donations to CARE. In addition, it is partnering with its network of international charities to donate essential clothing that will be distributed throughout Ukraine as well as in bordering countries to reach refugees. The company has paused operations in Russia.
TORY BURCH
Tory Burch is supporting World Central Kitchen, which is on the ground in Poland feeding hundreds of thousands of Ukrainian refugees. The company has made a donation and pledged to match any employee donations throughout the month of March.
COACH
Coach’s parent company’s Tapestry Foundation has donated to the United Nations Refugee Agency to provide safety and shelter to those who have been displaced.
MINIMALIST
Tamara Davydova is the fashion designer behind the brand MINIMALIST and was born, raised, and married in Kyiv, Ukraine. She founded the circular fashion brand MINIMALIST last year and is devastated by what’s currently happening in her homeland and affecting friends and family. She’s pledging 30% of the proceeds from sales of her collection to the Red Cross and UNICEF in Ukraine plus offering 10% off to customers using the code TOGETHER at checkout. The collection is available at minimalist.nyc.
ADIDAS
Athletic brand Adidas has suspended its long-term partnership with the Russian Football Union (RFU), the German sportswear company also announced it would be is donating €100,000 (about $108,700) as well as footwear and apparel to organizations helping children and refugees.
H&M
The fast-fashion retailer H&M has currently paused all sales in Russia and closed its 170 stores located throughout the country.
ASOS
Fast-fashion company ASOS said on Twitter that it would no longer be doing any retail out of Russia.
“We’ve been watching the shocking events in Ukraine in horror and disbelief. We’ve concluded it’s neither practical nor right to continue to trade in Russia & today have suspended sales there,” the brand wrote. “We’re supporting the humanitarian effort and our thoughts are with the people of Ukraine.”
MANGO
Mango has halted sales in Russia and donated €100,000 (about $108,700) to the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
GANNI
Ganni, the Danish contemporary ready-to-wear fashion brand, donated 100.000 DKK (approx. $14,700) to the Danish Refugee Council, a nonprofit currently on the ground helping the crisis in Ukraine.
As governments around the world grapple with how to stop Putin’s war and the needless suffering, we will continue to keep an eye on how the fashion industry, and hopefully soon the music industry, is doing its part. At UoF we are donating to Ukrainian children through UNICEF USA.
Here’s a list of the organizations that the fashion industry is donating to:
International Committee of the Red Cross
United Nations Refugees Agency
Direct Relief
Mercy Corps
International Medical Corps
Save the Children
Unicef USA
So tell us, how are you helping to support Ukraine in these troubling times?
Looks from Dries Van Noten’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
Two years later and our lives are still topsy-turvy as we all try to navigate through the Covid-19 pandemic. New Year’s Eve festivities were put on hold as the Omicron variant spread so quickly throughout the world. The new variant also had a major impact on menswear fashion week for the fall 2022 season, from Pitti Uomo in Florence to Paris.
Pitti Uomo/Florence
Pitti Uomo kicked off the fall 2022 menswear season January 11th through the 13th. The menswear extravaganza took place in Florence, Italy, which this season’s theme was centered around ‘Reflections’. Unfortunately, due to the rise in Omicron-positive cases, many brands cancelled their presentations, including Brunello Cucinelli and guest brand Ann Demeulemeester. However, Italian luxury brand Kiton, known for hand-made Neapolitan tailored suits, presented their casual line KTN for the first time at Pitti Uomo. Also, high-end sportswear line Paul & Shark presented and re-enforced their commitment to sustainability.
Milan
The fashion set comprised of buyers, editors, and influencers then hopped from Florence to the Milan for that city’s fashion week, which ran from January 15th to the 17th. Once again, due to Omnicron, a number of designers and brands cancelled their physical presentations and events, including Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani, Gucci and MSGM. JW Anderson, who was scheduled to present its first menswear show in Italy, also cancelled. But the city still had plenty of excitement with labels such as Fendi, Prada, Ermenegildo Zegna and Dolce & Gabbana, throwing caution to the wind, opted for live runway shows.
Jeff Goldblum in a look from Prada’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit; Vogue Runway)
Although Milan Fashion Week was short, it was still inspiring and impactful. Some of the highlights included Prada’s runway which was packed with some of Hollywood’s legendary stars, including Twin Peaks’ Kyle MacLachlan, Jurassic Park’s Jeff Goldblum, Moonlight’s Ashton Sanders and Sex Education’s Otis Butterfield. While Prada focused on the dapper gentleman, Dolce & Gabbana appealed to Gen-Z fans, with a lively performance from Machine Gun Kelly, dressed fittingly in a sequin suit from the label.
At Fendi, Silvia Fenturini Fendi was fascinated by notions of classicism. The Roman house presented a ‘treasure trove of future heirlooms’ that riffed on the elegance and sophistication of old-world silhouettes. The label is also dabbling on gender-bending looks as the luxury house featured boundary-defying feminine silhouettes to its fall 2022 show. Love the idea of sharing your wardrobe with your boyfriend/husband? This is the brand for you!
A look from Fendi’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
Paris
France eased their Covid restrictions just days before Paris Fashion Week’s Menswear shows, which ran from January 18th to the 23rd. Only a handful of designers (approximately 17) staged live runway presentation – including Rick Owens, Dior Homme, and Loewe. The remaining brands were a mix of digital streams and physical presentations.
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
The highlight of the week? Thursday Jan. 20th, when Louis Vuitton presented the late Virgil Abloh’s final collection for the house; Virgil Abloh passed away on November 28, 2021, at the age of 41, after a private two-year battle with cardiac angiosarcoma, a rare cancer. There wasn’t a dry eye in the house. It was the best tribute EVER.
Louis Vuitton’s Fall 2022 Menswear Show. Courtesy of FF Channel on YouTube.
A portrait of Nigo, the newly appointed artistic director of Maison Kenzo. (Photo Credit: Kenzo)
Menswear buyers, press, and influencers were over-the-moon about streetwear visionary Nigo’s first collection as artistic director for the Japanese label Kenzo. It was a star-studded event that had more Instagram followers than you could imagine.
Meanwhile, at Dior Men, Creative Director Kim Jones paid tribute to the founder of the house in celebration of Christian Dior’s 75th anniversary.
Dior’s Fall 2022 Menswear Show. Courtesy of Dior Channel on YouTube.
Here’s a round-up of some of the biggest trends in Menswear for Fall 2022:
FLOWER POWER
It’s a garden party delight as designers opted for pretty floral motifs for fall 2022. From Louis Vuitton’s tapestry-inspired coat and pants to Erdem’s slim-cut pantsuit. These delicate prints add joie de vivre to the cold winter ahead.
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Erdems’ Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Prada’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Etro’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Acne Studios’ Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dior Men’s Fall 2022 Menswear Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
GENDER NEUTRAL
Designers continue to break thru the confines of gender norms this season as they offer plenty of skirts and dresses that can be worn no matter your gender.
A look from Dolce & Gabbana’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Comme des Garçons Homme Plus’ Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from JW Anderson’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Rick Owns’ Fall 2022 Menswear Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Moschino’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
LEATHER REPORT & THE BOLD SHOULDER
Chic leather coats were all over the fall 2022 runways as they ran the gamut from a Matrix-esque version at Dolce & Gabbana to a belted, Seventies-inspired style at Prada. And the focus was on the big and bold shoulder.
A look from Prada’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dior Men’s Fall 2022 Menswear Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dolce & Gabbana’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Rhude’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Y Project’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
IN LIVING COLOR
Bright neon hues ruled the runways as the oversaturated tones made there way on everything from cozy knits to terrific outerwear.
A look from Vetements’ Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Prada’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Moschino’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from JW Anderson’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Hermès’ Fall 2022 Menswear Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
SUPER SIZE ME
Baggy looks are still going strong in the menswear market, and for fall 2022, designers are opting for oversized looks that still maintain remarkable tailoring guaranteeing that proportions are still sharp and clean.
A look from Zegna’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Vetements’ Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Bianca Saunders’ Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Yohji Yamamoto’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Fendi’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Jil Sander’s Fall 2022 Menswear Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
GET SHORTY
Often a summertime staple, shorts made a splash on the runways this fall 2022 season. From MSMG’s sporty quilted version to Fendi’s dapper suit look, one things for sure, next winter men will be showcasing their legs more than ever.
A look from Fendi’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Comme des Garçons Homme Plus’ Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from MSGM’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Isabel Marant’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Etro’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Loewe’s Fall 2022 Menswear Show. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
WELL SUITED
We may all be heading back to the office soon, but rather than your typical menswear suit, designers are opting for tailored looks in a range of bold and happy colors.
A look from Etro’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Bianca Saunders’ Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
A look from Dolce & Gabbana’s Fall 2022 Menswear Collection. (Photo Credit: Vogue Runway)
LOSS OF A FASHION TRAILBLAZER
But the biggest fashion news that came out between the Milan and Paris shows was the passing of André Leon Talley on January 18, 2022. The larger-than-life former Vogue editor, who was only 73, passed away of a heart attack. Talley was a legend in the fashion world and broke down barriers for homosexual black men in the industry. Talley was a gentleman of grand pronouncements, over-the-top capes, and friends in design studios from New York to Paris—Marc Jacobs, Tom Ford, Diane von Furstenberg, Karl Lagerfeld, and many more. When the news of his death broke, many of his friends in fashion and beyond took to social media to express their grief, and a theme emerged. The “pharaoh of fabulosity,” as a Vogue staffer once dubbed Talley, was also the industry’s biggest champion and booster, the first editor backstage, quick with encouraging advice or a course correction. His enthusiasm was prodigious.
André Leon Talley at home in White Plains, N.Y., in 2017. (Photo Credit: Ike Edeani for The New York Times)
It was no secret within the fashion industry that Anna Wintour and André Leon Talley had a falling out. In his book, The Chiffon Trenches: A Memoir, Tally wrote of Wintour, “She is not capable of simple human kindness. I would love for her to say something human and sincere.” When she replaced Talley with YouTube personality Lisa Zoshy as host at the 2018 Met Gala, he remarked “it felt like I was thrown under the bus. It hurt”. And yet in an industry where you can be ‘cast-out’ as quickly as you are ‘cast-in’, Wintour recently wrote:
The loss of André is felt by so many of us today: the designers he enthusiastically cheered on every season, and who loved him for it; the generations he inspired to work in the industry, seeing a figure who broke boundaries while never forgetting where he started from; those who knew fashion, and Vogue, simply because of him; and, not forgetting, the multitude of colleagues over the years who were consistently buoyed by every new discovery of André’s, which he would discuss loudly, and volubly—no one could make people more excited about the most seemingly insignificant fashion details than him. Even his stream of colorful faxes and emails were a highly anticipated event, something we all looked forward to.
“Yet it’s the loss of André as my colleague and friend that I think of now; it’s immeasurable. He was magnificent and erudite and wickedly funny—mercurial, too. Like many decades-long relationships, there were complicated moments, but all I want to remember today, all I care about, is the brilliant and compassionate man who was a generous and loving friend to me and to my family for many, many years, and who we will all miss so much.”
With news of the passing of yet another fashion icon, Thierry Mugler, tell us, who influences you the most as an aspiring fashion designer?
A look from Walter Van Beirendonck’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Walter Van Beirendonck)
After a very tough year and a half, life is starting to get back to normal as more and more countries are distributing the various vaccines which have been proven to work. And so, the Euro Cup Championships had soccer enthusiasts in their stadiums (Italy one after a very tough game against England), Wimbledon had tennis fanatics in the stands, singers are performing live in stadiums packed with fans, Broadway shows are back on, and everything is starting to open-up at full capacity.
This is extremely exciting news for fashion insiders, as more and more shows can go live for the spring season. Milan and Paris just wrapped up the Men’s Spring 2022 collections, and there were plenty of in-real-life runway shows and presentations and let us not forget that with IRL shows comes great street style opportunities.
Riccardo Tisci finds himself at Burberry. (Photo Credit: Burberry)
The spring 2022 men’s collections were optimistic and joyful, the designers behind the labels demonstrated a renewed creative energy that was exciting to see. In Milan, designers approached the season with unrestrained enthusiasm fueled by dreams of happier days ahead. They struck the perfect balance between nostalgic and cutting edge. Designers in Paris also embraced a playful side in their collections, as they welcomed summer 2022 with lighthearted and cheeky collections. These joyful collections are the perfect way to re-enter the world post covid and bring some delight back into our lives.
BIGGEST TRENDS OUT OF MILAN
HOW TO WEAR A CARDIGAN
“It’s a wonderful day in the neighborhood” and so Mr. Rogers sang in his beloved cardigan sweater. And the popular knit style is still going strong. For Spring 2022, the cardigan gains traction as they could be found all over the Milan runways, from Moschino’s varsity style to Missoni’s signature zig-zag motif. The cardigan is the perfect layering piece for all year round.
A look from Moschino’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Moschino)
A look from Jil Sander’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Jil Sander)
A look from Missoni’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Missoni)
A look from Brunello Cucinelli’s Spring 2022 collection. (Photo Credit: Bruno Cucinelli)
A look from MSGM’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: MSGM)
TAILOR MADE
After a year and a half of working from home, the suit is making a major comeback this season. But forget the traditional business suit, for spring designers are offering the tailored classic in an array of bold colors to brighten your day.
A look from Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Dolce & Gabbana)
A look from Etro’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo: Credit Etro)
A look from Fendi’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Fendi)
A look from Jil Sander’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Jil Sander)
A look from Moschino’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Moschino)
SHORT STORIES
Short shorts are not only for women, for spring designers offered heaps of micro shorts to show of those tone legs. There’s no limit to how short you can go.
A look from Prada’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Prada)
A look from Fendi’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Fendi)
A look from Ermenegildo Zegna’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Ermenegildo Zegna)
A look from MSGM’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: MSGM)
BLUE JEAN BABY
Double up on your denim, as the Canadian tuxedo trend has hit the pinnacle of fashion.
A look from Brioni’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Brioni)
A look from Diesel’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Diesel)
A look from Fendi’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Fendi)
A look from Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Dolce & Gabbana)
A look from Tod’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Tod’s)
MAXIMIST REVIVAL
The Milan runways were filled with humor. Designers had fun mixing and matching prints and patterns in an array of colors. The outcome, delightfully fun collection that will be sure to lift our spirits post-pandemic.
A look from Etro’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Etro)
A look from Giorgio Armani’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Giorgio Armani)
A look from MSGM’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: MSGM)
look from Missoni’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Missoni)
A look from Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Dolce & Gabbana.)
BIGGEST TRENDS OUT OF PARIS
SKIRTING THE ISSUE
Parisian designers are pushing the boundaries of gender norms by showing an abundance of men in skirts on the runway. These gender bending looks ranged from Kurt Cobain-inspired grunge vibes at Dries Van Noten to cool goth boy vibes at Yohji Yamamoto.
A look from Dries Van Noten’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Dries Van Noten)
A look from Yohji Yamamoto’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Yohji Yamamoto)
A look from Junya Watanabe’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Junya Watanabe)
A look from Comme des Garcons Homme Plus’ Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Comme des Garcons Homme Plus)
A look from Loewe’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Loewe)
RAIN ON ME
Rain, rain, go away…. Designers are fighting away the spring shower blues with these terrific raincoats. These practical outerwear looks are cool yet classic.
A look from Dries Van Noten’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Dries Van Noten)
A look from Dior Men’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Dior Men)
A look from Hermès’ Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Hermès)
A look from Undercover’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Undercover)
HOLY FASHION
Cut-it-out. Sexy, skin baring looks are a big trend in woman’s wear and now the creative cut-out pieces have hit the men’s runways in Paris.
A look from Burberry’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Burberry)
A look from Rick Owens’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Rick Owens)
A look from Y Project’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Y Project)
A look from Courreges’ Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Courreges)
A look from Loewe’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Loewe)
IN-VEST
The vest is making a major comeback for spring 2022 and they are anything but traditional, from Rick Owens’ galactic version to Isabel Marant’s bohemian floral motif, these trendy vests are a great way to add a dramatic flair to any look.
A look from Isabel Marant’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Isabel Marant)
A look from Acne Studio’s Spring 2022 Collection. (hoto Credit: Acne Studio)
A look from Rick Owens’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Rick Owens)
A look from Junya Watanabe’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Junya Watanabe)
A look from Courreges’ Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Courreges)
PRINTS CHARMING
Joie de vie filled the runways in Paris as designers opted for bold, head-to-toe printed ensembles. From Louis Vuitton’s landscape motif suit to JW Anderson’s quirky strawberry leisure-look, these show-stopping outfits are the perfect way to re-enter the world post-pandemic.
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Louis Vuitton)
A look from Comme des Garcons Homme Plus’ Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Comme des Garcons Homme Plus)
A look from Lanvin’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Lanvin)
A look from JW Anderson’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: JW Anderson)
A look from Yohji Yamamoto’s Spring 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Yohji Yamamoto)
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Looks from Versace’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Versace)
As we celebrate Father’s Day and our newest U.S. federal holiday, Juneteenth (marking the end of slavery), and as the number of COVID cases continue to drop as vaccination numbers rise, we have a lot to look forward to post-pandemic.
After a year and a half of pandemic fashion, sales are soaring as people are starting to dress up again. What are they gravitating to? The answer? Happy, colorful fashion. And judging by Resort 2022, the message is loud and clear.
Dior’s Cruise Show (Courtesy of YouTube).
Designers’ all got the memo and Resort 2022 collections were simply great. Just released images of the collections presented to buyers and the press included some fully staged spectacles in exotic locations that resulted in a desire to travel once again. Maria Grazia Chiuri presented her Dior Cruise collection in the birthplace of sports, the Panathenaic Stadium, where Ancient Greeks showed off their athletic capabilities circa 330 BC. Meanwhile, Virginie Viard took her graphic Chanel cruise collection to Provence, a beautiful region in the south of France, considered one of the area’s loveliest villages and the inspiration behind a few of Vincent van Gogh’s landscape masterpieces. Speaking of Van Gogh, have you reserved your tickets yet for the Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit touring the country?
Chanel’s Cruise Show. Courtesy of YouTube.
WHAT IS A RESORT COLLECTION?
For those unfamiliar with resort collection or cruise collection, and sometimes referred to as holiday or travel collection (collection croisière, in French), is an inter-season or pre-season line of ready-to-wear clothing produced by a fashion house or fashion brand in addition to the recurrent twice-yearly seasonal collections – spring/summer and autumn (or fall)/winter – heralded at the fashion shows in New York, London, Paris and Milan.
Cruise collections were initially created for affluent customers or “more seasoned jet-setters” going on cruises or vacationing in the warm Mediterranean during the winter months,. Cruise collections are synonymous with light and airy summer clothing and shipped to stores in the middle of the cold winter months. While the idea of cruise wear sounds old fashion and elitist, today’s fashion savvy customers view the season as a chance to spruce up their winter wardrobes as they head into Spring.
A look from No. 21’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: No. 21)
Resort collections typically hit the stores in November, perfect timing for Holiday shopping; the season is an extra opportunity for brands to rack up some extra sales. Resort has become an incredibly important season for vendors, beyond the promise of clothes with mainstream appeal, Resort remains on sales floors longest without ever going on sale, approximately 6 months before hitting the sales rack, which makes it the most profitable season for most brands.
A look from Brandon Maxwell’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Brandon Maxwell)
While the season is still in full swing, here are a few key trends of the season so far:
OUT OF CONTROL LOGOMANIA
Designer logos are everywhere this resort season from Gucci’s double G splattered all over suits, outerwear, and accessories, to a more subtle Versace Greek Key logo on dresses, tops and headscarves; one thing is for sure, you will definitely be noticed in these bold looks.
A look from Gucci’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Gucci)
A look from Versace’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Versace)
A look from Chanel’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Chanel)
A look from Balmain’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Balmain)
A look from Christian Dior’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Christian Dior)
MARCHING ORDERS
Legions of camouflage, utility pockets, and olive drab marched their way into the resort season, but this time with a chic and refined twist.
A look from Louis Vuitton’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Louis Vuitton)
A look from Balmain’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Balmain)
A look from Norma Kamali’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Norma Kamali)
A look from Proenza Schouler’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Proenza Schouler)
A look from Tod’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Tod’s)
YARN IT ALL
Miles beyond your basic knit sweater, Resort 2022 offers wonderfully tactile knit dresses that are as bold and beautiful as they are comfortable and effortless.
A look from Chloe’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Chloe)
A look from Christopher John Rogers’ Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Christopher John Rogers)
A look from Gabriela Hearst’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Gabriela Hearst)
A look from Missoni’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Missoni)
WHITE NOISE
Designers wiped the slate clean with an all-white palette that offered plenty of visual intrigue in alluring textures such as lace, eyelet, and crochet details.
A look from Alberta Ferretti’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Alberta Ferretti)
A look from Zimmermann’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Zimmermann)
A look from Carolina Herrera’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Carolina Herrera)
A look from Ulla Johnson’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Ulla Johnson)
SPORTS CENTER
Take to the sporty life with chic riffs on everything from bike shorts to track jackets.
A look from Christian Dior’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Christian Dior)
A look from Hillier Bartley’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Hillier Bartley)
A look from MM6 Maison Margiela’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: MM6 Maison Margiela)
A look from MSGM’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: MSGM)
A look from Staud’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Staud)
POINT OF HUE
Designers softened their collections with pretty pastels that were a celebration of color, making the season a wonderful rhapsody in hue.
A look from Antonio Marras’ Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Antonio Marras)
A look from Emilio Pucci’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Emilio Pucci)
A look from Tory Burch’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Tory Burch)
A look from Preen by Thorton Bregazzi’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Preen By Thornton Bregazzi)
Looks from Oscar de la Renta’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Oscar de la Renta)
WELL SUITED
As the pandemic restrictions are lifted and a return to the office is in the near future, designers are offering plenty of pantsuits that are oh so chic yet effortlessly fabulous.
A look from Gucci’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit Gucci)
A look from Nehera’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Nehera)
A look from Khaite’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Khaite)
A look from St. John’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: St. John)
A look from Maria McManus’ Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Maria McManus)
MIX-N-MATCH
More is more. For resort 2022 designers are having fun mixing an array of prints and patterns, creating a visual feast for the eyes.
A look from Thom Browne’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Thom Browne)
A look from Sandy Liang’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Sandy Liang)
A look from Anna Sui’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Anna Sui)
A look from Philosopy di Lorenzo Serafini’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini)
A look from Carolina Herrera’s Resort 2022 Collection. (Photo Credit: Carolina Herrera)
So tell us, what was your favorite trend for the Resort 2022 season?