Milan Fashion Week (Menswear) SS16 was a cacophony of textures, styles, lines and details. There were elements of romance, whimsy and edge. No singular idea wholly encapsulates the exits put on display by the wonderful houses in Milan. That equates to pure sartorial joy. There were some trends that were obvious, such as the influence of asian themes, and it was a theme seen from multiple houses. If it was a theme showcased by one or two houses it would have been deemed original and inspired, but the repetition of the theme grew stale as the shows progressed. However, there were looks that were put forth by the various houses that are worth the spotlight, and with that I present La Maison's picks for the best of Milan Fashion Week (Menswear) SS16....
Romance: From Gucci and their reverent take on 70's suave and Marc Jacobs' seersucker genius to Costume National and Dolce&Gabbana's historic take, romance was on full display. These looks effortlessly mix a rugged masculinity with a soft, almost feminine finish.
Suits and Tailoring: It would be impossible to miss the exquisite tailoring that was on display in Milan. There was not one house that did not put out a beautifully made suit. While each house had their own spin, they all came off as fresh and new, which is a feat given that several, including a fabulous Gucci number were obviously, very much inspired by the past.
Streetwear: Be it the muted leather confection that Dolce&Gabbana put forth or the pure 80's homage that came froth from Diesel Black Gold, streetwear had a valiant showing in Milan. Even Vivienne Westwood got into the game. The looks that were put forth in the streetwear category easily stood out, each being a strong entry by the designer. Streetwear is where the pure energy of masculinity emerges.
The Best of the Rest: The collection of looks above simply represents some additional looks that stand out for their originality or overall quality. The looks include everything from a shorts suit by Jil Sander , to the bold turn toward urban by Ferragamo. These looks help wrap up what was an outstanding showing in Milan, the left me waiting for more.