The BCN 080 FW Josep Abril catwalk was almost entirely comprised of menswear: fresh, straightforward looks. However, nothing is as it first appears, which is conveniently the title of the SS16 collection. Behind the effortless designs lies a little bit of fun, a modern detail, which takes this collection to the next level.

The collection, in general, was quite utilitarian as well as androgynous (we see one female model sporting almost the same look and style as the male models). Uniform and basic, the light beige, navy, grey and black suits, casual looks, even onesies reminiscent of a car mechanic (but in a good way) remind us of the London catwalks just a mere few weeks ago. Apparently the trend has spread. Spanish model Jon Kortajena, tan as ever, walked the runway alongside the french and stature Clement Chabernaud.

Of course, the detailing…we see interesting monochromes and colorblocks, as well as a baggy pant (also a style we saw along the Milan runways) as well as some criss-cross secret strap suspenders in a variety of looks. Josep Abril’s signature knits made a small appearance in the sweater form. The short suit is still trending for SS16 and shows no signs of stopping.

All in all, a solid collection any man would love to sport.

BDMOTP favorites: the onesies, of course.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Posted by Lori Zaino and photos by Paloma Canseco.