I don’t think it’s possible to create a more enviable men’s line than what Bottega Veneta has offered us this season. All subtlety and attention to detail, the iconic Italian house manages to capture the essence of masculine elegance with a touch of originality and beauty that make it one of this season’s favorite collections.
The show opens with Clément Chabernaud and business-oriented looks: suits, ties and woven leather shoes are part of the Bottega Veneta man’s uniform. Grey, black, beige: simplicity and modesty are the watchwords for this Spring/Summer 2014 collection. In fact, the garments are constructed in such a way as to deconstruct the creation process, with markings similar to those on the patterns.
The brand explores the possibilities offered by neoprene on numerous jackets. A dose of sportswear is added to the collection, hence the number of teddys seen throughout the show. Prints and patterns are varied (tartan, checks, abstract designs…) and the color palette diversifies throughout the show. Sweaters and mock-neck pullovers are also included in the wardrobe.
The classicism of the Bottega Veneta show was embodied by:
Clément Chabernaud, Ian Sharp, Charlie France, Arthur Gosse, Alex Dunstan, Janis Ancens, Nemanja Maksic, Alex Cunha, Matthew Bell, Victor Nylander, Jakob Hybholt, Robert Laby, Anthon Wellsjo, Luuk Van Os, Adrien Sahores, Nicolas Ripoll, Tarik Lakehal, Matt Woodhouse, Jarrod Scott.
Photographs courtesy of the house of Bottega Veneta/FashionGPS
Mary Yasmine Arrouche
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