Best of Both Worlds

Once again, Lucas Ossendrijver brought back his expertise on deconstruction for Lanvin’s spring/summer 2018 collection. Combining two naturally opposing elements, workwear and tailoring, this season saw Ossendrijver pairing a gray jumpsuit with a handsome navy coat. There was also a jumpsuit cut in half to create a jacket and trousers. This blend is also prevalent on a suit jacket, which is merged with an unlined cotton sleeve. While this is might seem too chaotic for some, Ossendrijver’s experimentation has definitely broadened the meaning of elegance. The maestro himself said in his collection: “You can always see poetry, even in chaos. I believe it’s my duty, after all, to find softness and elegance in everything. “Well said, indeed.