Burç Akyol’s collections are always filled with genuine emotion and his latest offering for Fall/Winter 2024 was no exception. Titled “Made in Dreux”, the show is a reflection of the designer’s 90s upbringing in the town located about 80 km outside of Paris. Growing up in a place where fashion was not nearly as present as in the nearby metropolis, Akyol’s affection for finding beauty in everyday life was stronger than the instinct to fit in – leading him to move to the capital and successfully climb the steps of the fashion ladder. The collection became a love letter to this desire, expressed through his ingenious creativity. Classic garments are developed into statement pieces. The opening look – a black wool coat – is cropped and constructed with a dramatic elongated front panel. A shearling jacket is transformed into an asymmetric cape. A zip-up knit is given a long tail reminiscent of black tie tuxedos. Alongside the more avant-garde pieces, Akyol also shows that he’s the master of creating desirable daytime garments with a twist, with a deconstructed Oxford shirt and jeans with black panelling being particular standouts.

Words by Martin Onufrowicz

BURC AKYOL FW24

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