Paris fashion week Spring/Summer 2016 Review
Whether you spotted Courtney Love’s Uber being attacked by striking French taxi drivers, or heard stories of Nile Rodgers’ epic soundtrack for the Louis Vuitton show, Paris Fashion Week was in no way a disappointment for the headlines. But at the shows, a spectacular array of ideas, clothes and moods was presented, proving – even in the face ofa resurgent Milan and a high-flying London – that Paris remains the global capital of menswear.
So let’s kick off by looking at what is always one of the hottest tickets in town: Louis Vuitton. Under Kim Jones’ direction, the luxury house has not only regained considerable menswear relevance, but become something of a trendsetter.
For SS16, Jones mixed Japanese florals, luxury silk blousons and sharp geometrics derived from a Masai blanket that he had from childhood, while referencing existing trends (stripes, dusky pinks, florals, technical fabrics) without losing the sense of personality that makes him such a standout designer.
