LONDON FASHION WEEK MEN’S : A/W 17 : DAY 3

The third instalment of British fashion for LFWM had a mix of shows and presentation rolling out in colour, texture and traditional dapper style.

Debonair flair and true gentlemanly attire in all its glory, had Chester Barrie fill the space at Smith & Wollensky. A showcase and presentation, where models moved around the space mingling with guests while sporting exquisite tailoring. Designer Christopher Modoo delivered luxe velvet smoking jackets, checked double-breasted evening wear and sartorial separates for the modern day dapper gent.

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Mod, minimalistic and monochromatic, covered the winter bases for label Chalayan which carried the concept of “containment and things coming away”. A show at the Mayfair boutique included cropped trousers and triangle patterns featured alongside droopy cape-like outerwear and loose threading textures.

Pics via British GQ

A knitted affair is the most appropriate description for this pretty cool collection. Embodying all that is winter with cozy chunky knitwear and crouched icons detailing cardigans and jumpers, “it kind of looks like iPhone apps,” Anderson said after his show.

Pops of colourful mixed in with the usual winter palette of navy, camel, grey and black wrapped the models, while the styling of the show proved mixed layering is key. In summary “I like this idea of something very knit-y — it makes you feel cozy,” said Anderson in describing his collection.

Pics via Vogue UK

For almost 150 years, the exclusive footwear brand known for quality hand made bespoke and ready-to-wear pieces, hosted a displayed presentation at Hollybush Gardens of shoes included suede croc boots, sneakers and classic double monk strap shoes. The luxe footwear line will set you back a pretty penny with sneakers going for $600 – $1,300 AUD and a smooth $3,000 AUD for boots; and that’s the ready-to-wear line. #shoegoals !!

Pics via Zimbio

A presentation of rust, plum and olive green hues added depth to the range for Joseph. Long sleeve lines in knitwear, large shirt collars, cropped trousers and baggy coats made for a 70s vibe, throwing back to “when the men had a bit of femininity in what they wore” said Creative director Louise Trotter. Staple colours of navy and black made for a well-rounded winter collection.

Pics via Indigital

The British label Kent & Curwen made a star appearance at LFWM with stylish soccer superstar David Beckham. The brand originally founded in 1926 by Eric Kent, has the recently appointed Creative Director of Daniel Kearns driving the brand’s designs who has worked for the likes of Louis Vuitton, Ermenegildo Zegna and Alexander McQueen.

Inspired by British heritage and with David Beckham as part owner of the brand, the collection included delicately embordered pocket detailing and sharp striped blazers with a vintage varsity/sports club vibe; “a handsome, contemporary twist on vintage clothing …”, said Kearns.

Pics by Kent & Curwen

The final day of reviews tomorrow include the return of fashion icon Vivienne Westwood to LFWM.

Stay dapper gents.
Robbie – Dapper lounge