PARIS FASHION WEEK: JOHN GALLIANO COLLECTION FALL/WINTER 2008/2009 MENSWEAR RUNWAY REVIEW
Published January 24, 2008 by admin
For Fall/Winter 2008-09 designer John Galliano got medieval on our ass.
Never one for a quiet presentation the evil genius sent Princes, court jesters and bloody executioners gliding out on a runway representing ice.
Indeed the name of the collection was “Ice” a reference to the River Thames frost fairs that would take place when the river froze over during the 14th, 15th and 16th centuries. The phenomenon, which occurred when the climate was more severe, would bring forth masses of the community to celebrate.
This old English vibe was heavily referenced in the collection from jackets and robes to shoes and hats, even the hair styling. A bulky silhouette produced from layering contrasted with slim fitting jackets. Belted knits with fur trim and the overlapping of fabrics were prime standouts from the collection. Dark, gritty colors formed the palette used, save the bright red undies that made a cameo probably to please his licensees.
Knit v-neck tops and some blazers gave a hint of the commercially viable garments that will hit stores come next season.
MORE PICS AFTER THE JUMP.
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