“Pass go. Collect your Dollars.” For some people these words may make no sense at all, but for those enthusiasts of board games, this can only mean one thing: it’s Monopoly time!

This game, devised in 1935 by Charles Darrow, has inspired “au jour le jour” in the creation of the next A/W collection, which not only brings to our memories those endless evenings fighting for our properties but also some reminiscences of pop art in all its forms.

It is definitely the brand’s chic and fun spirit what creates a combination of  high-tech and tailored fabrics that scream out loud: don’t paint it black, go for prints. That’s the main reason why graphics become the main protagonists, including question marks, toy cars and light bulbs, recreating the classic board game’s icons. The result is a splash of color and patterns that builds up a style somewhere beyond sixties’ rockabilly.

Materials also play an important role in this game, including thread embroidered denim, Prince of Wales and quilted coats, Vichy prints and wool or cow-print fur creating a patchwork effect in jackets and coats.  This colorful range of graphics joins stylized figures and long vests in sand, black and pastel colors alongside with silk or poplin shirts emblazoned with ruffles.  Turtleneck sweaters have their own place under next season’s must-have denim with sheepskin jackets. And it must be said, the supercool and most adventurous will pair these with some glam glittered shoes.

So channel your inner player, gather around the board, roll the dice and be prepared to collect your outfit. Are you ready to play?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Post and photos by Paloma Canseco.