TO CREATE, an artist needs a muse. And for Kim Jones, he chose renowned British stylist Ray Petri’s Buffalo styling to be the inspiration for his latest Dior Men spring collection.
Pioneered during the 1980s, Buffalo became a counterculture style that revolutionised streetwear fashion. It also quickly became a popular trend among rebellious and expressive youths in the UK. The term Buffalo was created by Petri himself, in reference to Bob Marley’s song titled Buffalo Soldier.
It appropriates both high and low culture, while also infusing an amalgamation of styles from various cultures across America and the UK.
Because Buffalo blended a variation of elements, it formulated a new kind of fashion that was fresh, unique and personal compared to the conventional styles back in the day.
It also became a notion of self-expression, and it changed the way people dressed. Even four decades after its inception, the spirit of Buffalo still has its influences in modern street style.
Like Buffalo, Kim Jones has pushed and set new boundaries in modern fashion in his own way. In the last five years as artistic director for Dior Men, Jones explored many horizons with the brand and solidified Dior’s global influence in luxury fashion.
This story is from the November 2023 edition of Augustman Malaysia.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the November 2023 edition of Augustman Malaysia.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
FACING THE PROBLEM, APPLYING THE SOLUTION
British skincare brand Facetheory has landed in Sephora Malaysia.
A STEP CLOSER TO PARIS
Bistro Léa is Kuala Lumpur's latest destination for wholesome, classic French fare
The Rearing Horse meets the Celestial Dragon
Porsche Malaysia unveils the Taycan S-Turbo Celestial Jade, a one-off model part of the legendary Sonderwunsch programme
The Story Of Luxury
KOK LAI CHING, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF SOUTHEAST ASIA & PACIFIC AT EDRINGTON, PURVEYOR OF SOME OF THE WORLD'S FINEST SPIRITS, AFFIRMS THE IMPORTANCE OF STORYTELLING TO THE PREMIUM OFFERINGS SHE OVERSEES.
The Future Will Be Pixelated, Probably
What are the implications on one's lived experience as online life is rife with meaning and possibilities?
Perfectly timed slam dunk
Seiko introduces two limited-edition timepieces, to celebrate the rising passion for basketball in Southeast Asia with a blend of bold style, technical precision, and a nod to the brand's enduring heritage.
SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW
Way up high, Felix Pantone and Zenith are coming together again for yet another stunning horological collaboration.
SANTOS DE CARTIER: A NEW ERA
ORIGINALLY A WAY OF INTERTWINING THE CARTIER BRAND WITH THE DARING SPIRIT OF AVIATION, IT NOW STANDS AS AN ICON OF LUXURY AND ELEGANCE.
A LEGACY IN TIME
This year's P-Day, a global gathering of Panerai enthusiasts, was organised in Kuala Lumpur for the first time. Augustman took the opportunity to speak with Panerai CEO Jean-Marc Pontroué and Paneristi co-founder Paddy Conway to find out more about this annual assembly.
REACHING FOR THE STARS
A tribute to the past, with a modern twist-Omega reimagines the iconic, space-travelling Speedmaster CK 2998 for the contemporary collector.
