DIOR HOMME S/S 15

Kris Van Assche found inspiration from Christian Dior himself, when looking into archives he discovered a letter that was penned by Dior, which read "Traditions have to be maintained," Dior wrote. "In troubled times like ours, we must maintain these traditions, which are our luxury and the flower of our civilization." Van Assche was so moved by his words, that the writings were printed onto clothes themselves. They were printed on jackets and trousers, often teamed together.

Van Assche wanted to use a relaxed method, he said it was new to him. The models walked casually with their hands in their pockets, whilst the clothes charmed the audience. The collection uses some beautiful colours, ranging from deep navy to bright bumble-bee yellow. After last seasons collection, using jeans and simple sneakers, Van Assche let that inspiration flow into this collection. The collection is very well rounded, focusing on sophisticated clothes, as well as more youthful, casual clothes.

GIVENCHY S/S 15

For Givenchy this season, Riccardo Tisci wanted to play around with formal clothes. There was a strong school-boy brute theme in this collection as the models wore skullcaps in their black blazers, white shirst, black trousers and black ties. The models wore black boots with white laces, adding to their mean appearance. No rottweilers, no sharks or stars this collection, but a print of gypsophila, otherwise known as baby's breath. Printed almost elegantly on sheer vests and tops (not pictured above) and on bomber jackets and trousers.

I think this collection is really clean compared to Tisci's past collections, I really enjoyed the first few looks. I like the rough school-boy image that he presented, they look very strong, masculine and powerful. But the school-boy influences, add a touch of youth and innocence, which juxtaposes the whole look. Sidenote, I'm just doing two more reviews for this season and that's it. I might do another outfit post soon, because that went down really well. Have a wonderful day and I'll post again in a few hours.

LOUIS VUITTON S/S 15

Kim Jones, lead designer for the menswear branch of Louis Vuitton studied at Central Saint Martins during his early years. He was taught by the late Louise Wilson, his professor at the time, who has sadly died. But, before her death, she told him to visit India and gain inspiration. Thus, he did and this collection was dedicated to her. Jones began this season with inspiration from the body guards in India and their militarist uniform, for example strong suede jumpsuits, or razor-sharp tailoring on jackets. Naturally, military tones were born into this collection, using khakis and oranges. 

A really clean collection from Kim Jones this season, this was definitely something I was expecting. Smart, sophisticated outfits, with a personal and meaningful under-layer. The classic Louis Vuitton suitcase made an appearance, only this time without the famous print. Coincidently, the maharajas of Jodhpur and Jaipur were big Vuitton customers in the twenties. I like it, there's clearly something for the consumers, as well as something personal to Kim himself.

VALENTINO S/S 15

Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli were inspired by a number of male muses this season, names from Spanish painter Picasso to French poet Cocteau. For Valentino this season, it was all about bringing couture to menswear. Couture in the forms of the materials used, style of which the clothes were cut, and patterns printed across jackets and tops. Couture is about uniqueness and individualism, clearly stated by the one-of-a-kind clothes in this collection. Note the intricate explosion of butterflies on suits and jackets, or the boyish charm of wool, used as finely as silk on look #3.

This is among my favourites from all the collections I've reviewed. I really like #2, 3 and 6, it's charming. The clothes are styled so effortlessly, yet maintain an element of grace and precision. This is what sets high-fashion from high-street, can you imagine these in River Island or Burton? There's certainly masculinity here, but a soft one and that is what makes this collection, beautiful.

FENDI S/S 15

Silvia Venturini wanted to present a simple collection this season, she showcased simple leather jackets, with smart chinos and sandals, some accessorised with weaved leather handbags and even adorned with headphones, which was collaborated with Beats by Dr. Dre. Of course, the headphones were covered with leather and teamed with smartly tailored clothes. All of the models wore sandals this season, even with suits, resulting in an interesting combination of style. It somewhat reminds me of the deconstruction of fashion, teaming two unlikely things together, creating a beautiful end result.

Silvia claimed she was inspired by Bob Marley and his simple style of dress. The way he wore his t-shirt with a pair of basic jeans and threw on a leather jacket, which is clearly exhibited in this collection. I like it, there's something beautiful in simple clothes, it's awfully clean. Even the way the models wore sandals with a leather jacket, or a suit. On paper, that sounds horrible, but here? It looks very stylish. Silvia clearly cleaned it up though, adding touches of luxury here and there, just as expected by the house of Fendi.