Louis Vuitton Catwalk Fashion Show Paris Menswear FW2018

British designer Kim Jones staged his final men’s show for the French luxury brand Louis Vuitton after seven years at the helm. He marked the event by inviting two friends, Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss, to take turns on the catwalk. The designer delivered his trademark mix of luxurious tailoring and upscale streetwear in a collection titled “Overview” — a reference to the aerial images of Kenya that formed the basis for most of the prints.

This was no safari, though. Jones homed in on otherworldly landscapes of lava, craters and stalagmites, which he used as the basis of his ashy palette of mineral tones and a variety of glazed and metallic effects, down to the titanium trunk strapped to one model’s back.

His band of explorers wore outfits including a glossy burgundy aviator jacket paired with glazed monogram denim pants, or a silver herringbone coat over a metallic silk flight suit.

Dries van Noten Catwalk Fashion Show Paris Menswear FW2018

Dries van Noten presented a curious, but well balanced mix of combinations, like Las Vegas-style Western garb, white broderie anglaise pants, military parkas, suits in traditional British checks, granny crochet cardigans and pajama stripes. There was also a hint of pimp and a hearty dose of punk, such as a look pairing a glittery zebra sweater with tartan pants.
Even the more daring elements were digested perfectly into the looks. Case in point: a minimalist navy tracksuit traced with lines of tan cowboy-shirt piping.

Van Noten continued to play with oversize proportions in the slouchy suits, boxy trenchcoats and the baggy pants.
The designer’s magic colorist instincts climaxed in an Instagenic run of anoraks in swirling colored marble-y prints recalling Venetian paper or spun paint, with models gathering in a painterly formation for the finale.
The open-border mixing of cultures worked best on a tropical print pajama shirt paired with a fantasy leopard print skinny pant and snakeskin shoes which, like the rest of the collection, was chic whilst telegraphing rebel instincts.

Haider Ackermann Catwalk Fashion Show Paris Menswear FW2018

Haider Ackermann’s collection felt less gritty rock than past collections, and showed a more merch-friendly, cleaner side. Fully intact was his sense of color and nomad instincts. On a range of layered military-ethnic silhouettes for a chic dandy, the designer juxtaposed Army green and khaki with the jewel tones of the silky rich fabrics.

Quilted green and gold underlayers flashed out from the big tailored coats and jackets, silks lined upturned lapels, and white silk-linen cherry blossom embroideries climbed across the clothes, mixing with stripes on one of the kimonos. Soft unconstructed velvet leisure suits underscored the cocooning mood.

Lemaire Catwalk Fashion Show Paris Menswear FW2018

There were hints of English suede heads of the Seventies in the larger flare pants and three-quarter lengths worn with boots. Juxtaposed with Moujik pants, caftans and Tibetan coats taken from Tolstoy’s descriptions of humble folks, it was a trademark of Lemaire’s season of zen-meets-workwear.

Amid the clinical crispness, bubblegum pink sweaters, muted overdyed paisleys or marbled swirls — the work of French endpaper artist Atelier La Folie — felt like a thunderclap on a clear day.

Lemaire and Sarah-Linh Tran have developed a glossary of classic Parisian understatedness in their work — think Yves Saint Laurent, the man and the ultrachic male Parisian. In their hands, an overcoat piled atop a jacket and several other elements do not add much bulk, making their layers more nuance than cold weather strategy. Yet the standouts were undoubtedly those silhouettes in which the volume play was marked: a sheepskin flight jacket, worn with elasticated paisley pants; oversize chimney collars and flowing pants, and a generously proportioned marbled hooded raincoat.

Milan Menswear Fashion Week: The 5 biggest Trends FW2018

From Diesel Black Gold’s native American inspired story to Dolce & Gabbana’s millennial filled show entitled King’s Angels. From Francesco Risso’s vibrant, colorful and contrast (in texture, in proportion) filled Marni collection to Miuccia Prada’s fall collection full of references from the Prada past (hello Nylon, hello banana print). And from preppy Versace looks to the bondage attires at Moschino. Milan Menswear Fashion Week was both exuberating and surprising. And just so you can wrap your head around all the new styles or even fully prep your wardrobe in time we’ve selected five of the biggest trends straight from the Milano catwalk. Looks to sport next winter or even try out right now, while winter’s still here.

(Clown inspired) colorful checks

Ties are back

Logomania is not going anywhere (just yet)

Crispy white trainers

Velvet affair

Fall/Winter Catwalk Trend 2017/2018: Pretty X-mas Sweaters

So it appears every Christmas party has an ‘Ugly Christmas Sweater dresscode’ these days. The ultimate excuse to go all out during your company’s X-mas drinks or that pre-X-mas dinner at your friends house. Decorated by lights, music and 3D red nose reindeer; it doesn’t get any more festive. Still, for those of you who still like to keep things classy, even when horrible dresscode apply, we’ve selected some extra sweaters. Warm, absolute Christmas proof, perhaps with a fun little twist here and there, oversized and sparkly, but always chic and sharp. So can you still be you and nobody has to argue whether your sweater is ugly enough or not. That’s just a matter of taste, right?! Have fun dressing up! Happy Holidays!

Fall/Winter Catwalk Trend 2017/2018: Holiday Beauty Looks

So you’ve got your outfit sorted, but how about everything else? The jewelry, the make-up, the hair? Au naturelle or bold beauty? For those in doubt we’ve selected some inspirational backstage beauty looks from the international FW2017 shows. So you can decide if you’re going with a statement eye (as seen at Alberta Ferretti – seriously, how could you not get lost in Gigi’s eyes?! – and Anna Sui) a bold lip (Dolce & Gabbana) or just a very natural, fresh but festive look (Altuzarra). Hair tied back or in a gorgeous little updo, chunky earrings and a little scarf to match. And you’re more than ready for any upcoming X-mas party, brunch or dinner. The holidays are coming and you’ll look stunning!

Fall/Winter Catwalk Trend 2017/2018: Winter is here

Winter wonderland! It has been snowing in Amsterdam, so we’ve taken out our winter gear. Steady boots, thick pants, the heaviest fur coats, chunky scarfs and fluffy headpieces to match. Inspired by the likes (and looks) of Marc Jacobs, Miu Miu, Emporio Armani and Dries van Noten we’re making sure that cold won’t hit us. So what coat is keeping you warm these days? Is it that cosy teddy, that extra long fur number or will rock a XL padded/puffer? Click through our gallery for some inspiration. Winter is here, better keep it hot!

Fall/Winter Streetstyle Trend 2017/2018: Destroyed Denim for Colder Days

Who says you can’t rock a good pair of destroyed denim when temperatures are dropping? ‘Cause you can! Just make sure to pair it up with something extra heavy and layered on top. The chunkiest turtle neck, the fluffiest coat, the thickest scarf and a bright colored beanie to top it off! Style tip: wear your denims extra loose with a pointy shoe for that careless attitude. Cross body bag to the mix, hair tucked in, hands in your pockets. This winter is going to be chilly but oh so cool.

Fall/Winter Streetstyle Trend 2017/2018: Business as usual

Looking business chic was never as diverse and interesting as it is now. As tweed, checks and grey suits are some of the most predominant trends out there picking out some flashy office attire was never this easy. So how will you be sitting behind your desk? Rocking a pair of hight waisted pleated pants perhaps? Or is a midi skirt with matching jacket more your ‘thing’? Are casual T-shirts (paired with the chicest skirt) allowed when meeting clients? Would a full on checked suit be appropriate for your conference call? Or is a perfectly cut tweed blazer enough to seal the deal? Which ever way you’re rocking the formal trend, with all the many style options we have this year, you’re Monday blues will be out of the window and your looks will be anything but business as usual.

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