Straight after Carolyn Massey we were treated to the J W Anderson catwalk show, the mood changed instantly as the models came on to pumping music. Although the collection was entitled 'The Saint and The Assassin' we named it the anarchist in love. As for us, the punk tartans and dog collars mixed with love hearts, roses and picnic blankets conjured up an image of a romantic punk.
Yoke and shoulder panels knitted with a long pile yarn.
Some really interesting knits. Chiffon tee over a chunky cable knit jumper.
A novel way of using a picnic blanket, tartan rugs were turned into jackets and bags.
Fabrics made to look like others. A modern take on a sheepskin coat, cut from cashmere.
Anderson used models that seem to fit perfectly with his concept. One guy had his septum pierced, adding to the punk vibe.
The 'piece de resistance' was the beautiful floral covered rucksack. There were also flowers stuck in the heavy, spiked boots. Accessories were key in the collection. As well as the boots, models wore leather collars and L.O.V.E. H.A.T.E. rings.
Some of the pieces had the word 'Mizpah' written on them. I've checked out the definition and it means, 'the emotional bond between people who are separated'. Perhaps in reference to the good v evil character you envisage from the collections title, 'The Saint and The Assassin'.
After seeing the show we left feeling wide awake and very positive for the rest of the menswear day.
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