Louis Vuitton

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Text Josh Peskowitz

An undercurrent of aristocratic sophistication ran through Milan and Paris, and why not? So many houses were returning to their roots, and those roots, in most cases, rest deep within the upper classes. At Dunhill, creative director Kim Jones married his penchant for all things young and street to the brand’s deep affection for well-bred thrill seekers. Beautifully constructed suits sported seams at the waist, and extra panels were tucked into hiking boots made of green crocodile. At YSL, cashmere glenn plaid suits were belted with sashes, and dropped crotch trousers were matched with waistcoats and the occasional fez for an imperial North African feel. Salvatore Ferragamo outfitted the traveler (think old-world horse-drawn carriage) with riding boots, toggle coats in black-watch plaid, huge scarves, and lots of layers. At Louis Vuitton, men’s design director Paul Helbers focused on “Bleisure,” the mix of business and leisure attire. This translated to leather-accented suiting layered with puffy vests or techno parka/overcoat hybrids. Hand tacked wooden-soled boots and sumptuous leather bags rounded out the collection.

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