Alexandra Frida Catwalk Fashion Show Amsterdam SS16

On the last day of AFW Alexandra Frida, founded in Cuba, was one of the largest LAB shows this week. Designer Alexandra Vollebregt made sure to leave an impression with her ANNA collection. Having lived in Zaire and Nigeria colorful and cultural influences from these countries were visible throughout her collection. And having interned at Bas Kosters, who convinced Alexandra to graduate with a runway collection, might have something to do with the colorfulness and positivity of today’s show as well. During her study at AMFI Alexandra specialized in trend forecasting, textile and print design. Skills, which she showcased through her iconic bright mirrored feather prints, rich fabrics and soft shades. Lots of co-ords, cropped tops, maxi-dresses, knee high skirts, bombers, sneakers, colorful socks, 3D nail art and half buns gave the collecton it’s young and trendy touch. A collection filled with outspoken, original designs that will make anyone recognize a Alexandra Frida piece from a far distance. And any girl or woman who isn’t into full on printed outfits can match her printed pieces with all black tops or bottoms, preferably in leather, if it’s up to Alexandra. Either way no one can be underdressed wearing a piece from this ANNA collection.

 

Amsterdam Fashion Week SS16 Streetwear Day 3

What are they wearing during the Amsterdam Fashion Week? A Bas Kosters dress, this seasons Spijkers en Spijkers summer suit or an asymmetric Tony Cohen trench? We don’t judge, we’re not the fashion-police, we just enjoy (Dutch) fashion and your own personal style.

Zyanya Keizer Catwalk Fashion Show Amsterdam SS16

A runway floor covered with flower welcomed us at Zyanya Keizer’s couture show today. The backdrop for the presentation of her Haven collection, inspired by albinism in Africa. Gorgeous, light, handcrafted designs set the perfect mood for a feminine and fragile spectacle. Structured shapes, high collars and elegant cut outs created strong sophisticated looks. As silk, raffia and special bead techniques added delicacy. A rich collection both timeless and modern with couture pieces that will make heads turn anywhere they’re worn and simply deserve all the attention.

Round Up Paris Menswear SS2016

While Western Europe is taken by it’s first heat wave and wearing as little clothes as possible is all we want, next year’s menswear is on our minds. So what should men be wearing in the summer of 2016? We’ve made a recap of some of Paris Fashion Week’s highlights. Trends to anticipate, items to chase and style splurges to aspire. Here are eight menswear trends for spring/summer 2016.

The utility jacket
Junya Watanabe, Ann Demeulemeester, Balmain
As a man you’re gonna want one or more sleeveless jackets, with lots of pockets. A so called utility jacket, yet note that all of these pockets should stay empty. You don’t want humps and bumps in your perfectly ironed jacket. That’s not cool. There are men bags for keys, wallets and iPhones.

Shiny & Silky
Saint Laurent, Dries van Noten, Louis Vuitton
While men are getting in touch with their feminine side more and more shiny and silky becomes more mainstream. Just look at how the models at Dries van Noten and Louis Vuitton pulled off those extravagant, luxurious attires.

Camouflage
Dior, Saint Laurent, Valentino
Camouflage prints still are a thang. Not too blend in though; these items are meant to be noticed. Festival thrill or business vibe; the camouflage print isn’t too picky when it comes to dresscodes.

Super loose
Walter van Beirendonck, Dries van Noten, Raf Simons
Pants to give you legs for days are not just for the ladies. Next summer your man is gonna want a pair of his own too (wedge sandals excluded). Shirt tucked in and belted; that’s the way to go.

Souvenir jacket
Valentino, Louis Vuitton
This fashion piece may appear like a baseball jacket, but it’s in fact a whole different ball game. The souvenir jacket is shiny, printed, with a sporty touch and goes well with jeans and sneakers.

Heavy on the hardware
Haider Ackermann, Comme des Garcons, Lanvin
Zippers all over, big buckled belts, studs or spikes; going heavy on hardware is key. For all you cool kids out there: even if it’s 30 degrees outside; wear leather and heavy metal details.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Eighties revival
Lanvin, Dries van Noten, Paul Smith
It was about time for it; an eighties revival. We starting subtly though; with short jackets, loose pants and pops of color. More will follow next season, once we’re completely recovered from our seventies syndrome.

Dries van Noten Menswear Catwalk Fashion Show Paris SS2016

Dries van Noten honored Hollywood bombshell Marilyn Monroe, in his spring collection. There were black-and-white photo prints on suits, capes, shirts, sweaters, boxer shorts, you name it. And it will sure ignite a trend.  This collection echoed other Paris runwayshows in pointing to a more embellished path for men’s wear. Van Noten added sparkly embroideries and sequins to his roomy, vaguely Fifties clothes as Elvis Presley crooned “Love Me Tender”.  Besides Monroe’s lips, lobsters were a recurrent motif, winking to Salvador Dali and Elsa Schiaparelli, among “creative provocateurs” Van Noten cited as references.

The designer choose looser silhouettes, teaming his slouchy double-breasted jackets and boxy camp shirts with skater shorts.

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