MAKE YOUR MOVE
Along with the construction of strong shoulders comes boxy cuts. Autumn/winter 2020 refreshes men’s silhouettes with statement-making graphic versions cropped to the waist or higher, but there are subtler spins that make it effortless to tap on this trend.
Is this the emergence of a new trending pattern? Consider the chevron as this season’s edgy twist to stripes and checks. Rooted in the military and heraldry insignia, the V-shaped bands have been reimagined in many ways from elongated to deconstructed iterations.
This season takes drama to the next level with haute couture flair.
The tributes to artisanal savoir faire turn coats and capes into magnificent regalia – Dior Men’s finale raglan coat evokes falling feathers with silver sequin embroidery that required more than 900 hours’ work, inspired by a 1969 Marc Bohan piece from the house’s couture archive – while lighter numbers such as shirts or day suits are endowed with refined opulence.
Designers get in touch with their feminine side, creating an intriguing tension this season. While Loewe gets pretty extreme by teaming a prom dress over a tuxedo, other romantic interpretations opt for delicate fabrics, beautiful ornamentation or the three Fs – frills, florals or flare silhouettes.
A distinct ’70s fever permeates the runways as designers channel the inimitable Mick Jagger. Finish with finesse by slipping on a retro-glam gold chain necklace or draping a rakish silk scarf. Don’t forget those cool brown-tinted shades or a bohemian hat – Gucci gets quirky with a Granny-style topper.