This London Fashion Week, the titular British design house Margaret Howell presented its new Spring/Summer 2023 collection, continuing to show that the brand is all about fit and fabric.
This season elaborates the elegance of the house, expanding to combine casual everyday style with sophistication. While refined tailoring is still a focus of the collection, the pieces also lean towards less traditional silhouettes, emphasizing the comfort brought by sportswear that often underpins casual wear. The designer elevates one of her best-selling pants with a slim ski pants inspiration, while dark striped wool trousers are crafted with an elasticated waist and blouses are crafted from lightweight cotton material. With the help of a larger aesthetic, including that of the bomber jacket. Hooded parkas add comfort to this season’s athleisure-inspired looks.
Jersey vests are layered under knitwear, combining elegant notes of house style, and boxy knitwear and cropped jackets emphasize the layering. For menswear in particular, there is a greater focus on heavier fabrics. The trousers are cut wide and full length and are meant to be worn as a low-rise, undressed piece. Denim trousers use Japanese workwear techniques, while woolen vests and knitted sweaters continue the stripped-back look. A-line jackets in olive and navy add to the practicality of the pieces, creating a collection that focuses on elevated casual style for the individual.
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