Some of the best fashion at the recent men’s wear shows in Europe took traditional forms. Ralph Lauren, at its first men’s-wear-only show in decades, showcased exquisite versions of the three-piece suit (worn by both models and celebrity guests). Trench coats were also in abundance on and off runways. Some looked classic, while others — like those layered beneath capelet-like anoraks at Prada — didn’t resemble conventional trenches much at all. The same could be said for certain double breasted jackets at Dior, which had cropped waists and long sleeves that swallowed hands.
Playing with proportions was not unique to designers — many jackets on the street were shrunken, while some scarves were so expansive they looked more like blankets. And a few weren’t scarves, but sweaters tied around the neck, one of many parts of the body where they were worn more like an accessory. (Other sweaters were tied around waists and shoulders.) Another styling trend: wearing an insulated vest over a winter coat.
Vibrantly colored clothing distinguished the collections from labels like Auralee and Dries Van Noten, as well as ensembles seen outside shows. Some were worn by other street-style photographers, earning them comments along the lines of: “You shouldn’t be taking my picture. I should be taking yours!”
Coats With Belts and Bows
Big Scarves for Bundling Up
Accent Scarves for Dressing Up
Sweaters Worn Like Accessories
Shrunken Jackets With Cropped Waists
Sleek Jackets in Supple Leathers
Attire That Underscored a Love of Black
Outfits Lit Up by Saturated Colors
Smiles That Caught the Light
Photographers That Commanded Attention
Eye-Catching Toggle Coats
Suiting Tailored Superbly
Shoes With Height and Heft
Simbarashe Cha is a Times photographer and visual columnist documenting style and fashion around the world.
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