It is said that in times of crisis, creativity thrives. Now, during an unprecedented pandemic, no other designer has demonstrated that creativity as clearly and as compellingly as Jonathan Anderson. In July, while other designers fretted about how to replicate the urgency and energy of an IRL fashion show with a URL presentation, Anderson chose to go in the opposite direction—old-fashioned instead of newfangled. His solution ultimately felt the most thoughtful, exciting and rife with potential.
To show his spring/summer 2021 Loewe menswear collection, Anderson put together a box containing a flip book of the looks as well as cutouts that could be assembled into 3D forms, along with fabric swatches, a pop-up book of what would have been the show set, a mini record player to play what would have been its soundtrack, and a paper pattern that could be constructed into a true-to-scale replica of Look 23.
It was a brilliant concept that could only have been conceived in this difficult time—instead of being restricted by the limitations of the moment, Anderson found a way to do something truly new. “I just feel like we’re now in a moment where fashion needs to change. It needs to be about exploration and I feel no matter what happens, we, as humans, need tactility; we want tactility. I think it’s important for me to get the viewer involved,” says Anderson of his decision.
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FASHION IS POWER
American author, filmmaker, psychologist and educator Roberta Degnore who teaches a world-first course called "The Psychology of Gender, Perception, and Self-Expression in Fashion" at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology argues that fashion is anything but frivolous.
The Italian Who Does It Better
After fifty years in fashion, Giorgio Armani—the man and the brand is still a force to be reckoned with.
Most Stylish Women 2024
Stylishness isn’t just about being fashionable. Instead, it’s a blend of self-assurance, passion and stories that makes the idea of style so multifaceted and rich. From a mother and daughter duo who approach dressing up with equal exuberance, to an entrepreneur championing the varied tales of batik to a singer-songwriter showing her chic chops with a walking stick, meet the 10 women who inspire us with their singular takes on personal style.
CITY ON HIGH
One city, 10 collaborators, 10 collections-Moncler lit up Shanghai with its City Of Genius showcase.
PRETTY NOVEL 172
Franck Muller presents its smallest skeleton movement to date in beautiful miniaturised novelties from the Round collection.
THE JOIE
Chopard's newest global brand ambassador Bella Hadid details her appreciation for the Maison and what she loves about its jewellery.
SOUL SEARCHING
In Rajasthan, India, a first-time visitor explores two stunningly singular Aman properties and experiences the raw and powerful beauty of the northwestern state.
INTO THE BLUE
With the Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative, the watchmaker is on a mission to safeguard our most precious resources, including the Nusa Penida Marine Protected Area in Indonesia.
LIFE IN TRANSIT
Entrepreneur and creative multi-hyphenate Sherry Ang shares how her transitional home blends elegant simplicity with the vibrant chaos of family life.
YES,CHEFS!
BAZAAR talks to three of the hottest names in Singapore's culinary scene to get the hot, hard truths of the trade.
