The Autumn/Winter Duchamp designs at London Collections Men were classic and refined. The clothes were inspired by luxury lifestyles: The Jet Setting Rogue, The Artist, The Country Gent, The Alpinista and the Entertainer. It was easy to see this as many of the designs were in original “settings”-there were men dueling, playing chess, and poker. This way you could really see the clothes in action!

This collection celebrates 25 years for Duchamp. The fabrics were warm and wintery, like corduroy, wool and velvet.  Color pops of gold and blue helped the designs stand out. A plaid theme was definitely noted.

After speaking with Gianni Colarossi, almost by accident (I randomly complimented an unknown man on his blazer and he turned out to be the designer!), I began to really get a feel for the line…it helps to hear the designers speak passionately about the collection. He mentioned that the designs also have three separate vibes in mind-the “British” look, the “Italian” look and the “Scottish” look. That, combined with, the luxury lifestyles really helps to embody the collection.

BDMOTP Favorite:  blue velvet blazer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Posted by Lori Zaino, photos by Paloma Canseco.