Philipp Plein chose American basketball as the theme for his latest fashion extravaganza. The designer re-created an indoor arena complete with Harlem Globetrotters, mascots, cheerleaders and rapper Busta Rhymes. Before each model arrived on the catwalk, he was projected on a maxi screen to mimic the arrival of NBA players.
In keeping with the theme, the collection was focused on luxurious sportswear staples such as shorts pants, bomber jackets, hoodies and oversize knits, crafted from upscale materials such as leather and snakeskin, and embellished with colorful crystal embroideries. These also added some sparkle to distressed denim, while patches were stitched on jackets. The contemporary, street-wise feel of the collection was enhanced by the accessories, including leather backpacks and LED light-up sneakers.