As Britain was waking up to political limbo following a snap election, the London Men’s calendar kicked off with political undertones. Tourne de Transmission’s creative director Graeme Gaughan, for one, looked to “the lack of transparency within policy, politics and media.”
The designer worked with interchangeable panels and layers as a way to express the fickleness of the political climate, which looked strong on a series of laid-back tailoring options. Cut-off sleeves on lightweight terry jackets were held together via industrial straps that could be adjusted as the mood fits. Extralarge zippers cut like crocodile teeth through a trench-cum-cape, representing the divisions Graeme said were raging through today’s society, which informed the lineup’s deconstructed flair.
The collection telegraphed fluidity and motion, walking the line between sartorial precision and athletic ease, which was perhaps best expressed in a volley of beige-and-white exits, including languid pants and asymmetric vests — sleek enough for the city, yet oozing a skater-cool vibe.
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Giorgio Armani Resort 2018: Contrasting forces emerged in Giorgio Armani’s resort collection, which spanned from eclectic, multicolor designs to essential, sophisticated attires.
Norma Kamali Resort 2018: Norma Kamali offered an extensive resort collection where she updated her signature pieces and expanded on her outerwear and swim.
Rachel Zoe Resort 2018: Rachel Zoe’s resort collection was guided by a cool, Sixties undertone with a modern, sculptural interpretation.
Lela Rose Resort 2018: The designer showed a charming resort collection of garden party-ready wares, which included pearls inset in sleeves and lace-up grosgrain details.
Altuzarra Resort 2018: Joseph Altuzarra referenced Patrick Bateman and the French countryside for a resort collection full of newness and some risks.