MANIFESTO
WALID ZAAZAA, 41, FOUNDER
The SS ’20 Mood
It is definitely a ’70s comeback, with narrower shoulders, a higher waist, and even boot-cut hems. The colours are an interesting mix of pastel orange with purples, brown, bronze and earthy tones. We’ll probably see logo-type streetwear being slowly replaced by authentic utility or sportswear brands (Patagonia, Carhartt, etc), and it will be across genders. I also hope we will move on from the collaboration trend and strive for better products and style, instead of pure hype.
Manifesto is at #02-17 Mandarin Gallery (tel: 6304-7948), open daily from 11am-9pm.
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Names to Watch
THINKING MU: This label from Barcelona is very serious about being eco-friendly. All its fabrics do not harm the environment, and it only uses natural dyeing processes and innovative recycled materials.
OUR LEGACY: The Stockholm-based brand’s collections are always surprising as the designers tend to disregard trends and invest in things like developing custom fabrics.
CARNE BOLLENTE: Established in 2014, this Parisian collective is led by friends Hijiri Endo, Theodore Famery and Agoston Palinko. I love how they explore sex positivity with their tongue-incheek designs.
KEY PIECES
1. POLO CARDIGAN, OUR LEGACY
This is my favourite piece from its
SS ’20 collection. It’s retro and stylish as the proportions are so interesting – it’s feminine and avant-garde at the same time.
2. PRINTED DRESS, APC
APC doesn’t come up with many prints but when it does, it does it well. This minidress is so versatile and requires no complicated styling. Pair with sandals for a day at the beach or ’70s-inspired heels for a night out with friends.
3. STRIPED DRESS, MAISON KITSUNE Pastel colours in bold stripes are really in this season, and this really nails it. 4. OVERSIZED TUXEDO, LEMAIRE I love the fabric’s wet effect and how the jacket is tucked in. It’s not easy to pull off, but what a strong silhouette!
5. TEE, MADS NORGAARD
I chose this for the same reason as the Kitsune dress – the soft retro colours, which are very in now.