There is always depth in a Prada show. Clothes are utilized by Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons as instruments to illustrate intellectual concepts. When attendees walked into an office space with glass tiles that revealed a natural landscape, they knew they were in for a treat. So, they sat on their swivel chairs and prepared to be fed, cerebrally that is.

Continuing their exploration of workwear, the brand’s menswear Fall/Winter 2024 collection reflects the dissonance between office work and nature. Seeking to establish a dialogue, a slew of tailored jackets and trousers appeared, all paired with swim caps. If the neutral suits ranged from deep navy to smoky brown, the tight caps fluctuated between Prada’s rainbow colours — deep purple, bright red, disconcerting green.

Beyond the swimming headgear, accessories were a focal point of the collection. Oversized belts were intricately stylized, used both at the hip to hold low-rise trousers and over blazers, creating a silhouette reminiscent of the brand’s past menswear collection.

After a brief nautical dive, with double-breasted coats and bomber jackets with shiny gold buttons, the collection’s last section returned to office wear. In what is the perfect iteration of business casual, the show ended with matching denim trousers, shirts and ties.

Words by Pedro Vasconcelos

What do Silvia Venturini Fendi and Princess Anne have in common? That is, besides being influential women from royal families (the first proverbially monarchic, the second literally). Surprisingly, their fashion inclination. For Fendi’s latest menswear collection, the Italian designer took inspiration from the princess’ wardrobe, effortlessly encapsulating rural femininity.

Kilts in earthy neutrals offset waterproof wax jackets. Delicate knit cardigans juxtapose flat-front checked skorts. As usual, the accessories reign king from top to bottom. From wax hats that pointed us directly to the source of inspiration, through the oversized bags, all the way to Wellington boots on the feet.

Never one to dismiss heritage, Venturini Fendi cleverly rethinks the fabrics most associated with the Roman brand. For Fall/Winter 2024, leather is utilized in decadent wide-leg trousers. Suede is made to resemble pillowy corduroy that bounces as models zigzag around elongated brushed steel FF monograms.

Words by Pedro Vasconcelos

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