The Fall/Winter 2014-15 Francis Montesinos collection ¨Silk On The Road¨ is not for the faint of heart. This original, creative line inspired by the Silk Road showed a large amount Middle Eastern and Asian influences.

The peacock feather theme and bold, bright colors were apparent throughout the entire collection. Although the menwear was sparse, what was shown was one of a kind. There isn´t much that BDMTOP has never seen before, as we make it a habit to see fashion shows around the world, but I can honestly say I saw some styles I have never seen before.

One of the looks I found extremely interesting was the extra baggy trousers. Of course in the 1990´s baggy pants were popular, but I have don´t think I have actually ever seen super baggy, yet tailored, trousers, especially in a non-denim fabric. Mad props for being original Mr. Montesinos!

Another unique look was the transparent, sporty body suit. It sounds like something a bit odd, but seeing it on the runway was very intriguing!  I really have never seen anything just like this either.

Although I am not sure how wearable most of the looks are (to his credit, he did show a few very wearable plaid sweaters and trousers), I really appreciate that Francis Montesinos pushed the envelope and created something new and different, which is actually a very difficult feat in the fashion industry today.

BDMOTP favorite: green velvet suit with a sheik-like tunic underneath

Posted by Lori Zaino and photos by Paloma Canseco.