Apparel Online Bangladesh Magazine Magazine March 2018 | Page 67

DIRECTIONS BY Haider Ackermann W orkwear inspired clothing is one of the key themes this season. Comfort-based clothing has seen a monumental rise in utilitarian details, especially amongst the outerwear category. This season offers a contemporary take on classic worker uniforms that translate themselves into slim line track and boiler suits inspired by the uniforms of Air-Sea Rescue teams and DLR operators. Expect to see utilitarian details such as harness belt straps, functional pockets, practical zippers and drawstring closures paired alongside performance fabrics like technical nylon. Junya Watanabe Marni Xander Zhou Oriental Affair Kenzo Cerruti Workwear Heroes Xander Zhou Dries Van Noten O riental influences creeped in on multiple collections across a range of garments varying from bombers, windcheater jackets, robes, to even Chinese collared shirts. Fabrics, such as silk, satin and other luxe materials ornamented with lush embroidery or exquisite prints, inspired by the Far East, highlighted Chinese artistry and techniques. What We Wear- www.apparelresources.com | MARCH 2018 | Apparel Online Bangladesh 67