PARIS FASHION WEEK: JOHN GALLIANO COLLECTION FALL/WINTER 2008/2009 MENSWEAR RUNWAY REVIEW

For Fall/Winter 2008-09 designer John Galliano got medieval on our ass.

Never one for a quiet presentation the evil genius sent Princes, court jesters and bloody executioners gliding out on a runway representing ice.

Indeed the name of the collection was “Ice” a reference to the River Thames frost fairs that would take place when the river froze over during the 14th, 15th and 16th centuries. The phenomenon, which occurred when the climate was more severe, would bring forth masses of the community to celebrate.

This old English vibe was heavily referenced in the collection from jackets and robes to shoes and hats, even the hair styling. A bulky silhouette produced from layering contrasted with slim fitting jackets. Belted knits with fur trim and the overlapping of fabrics were prime standouts from the collection. Dark, gritty colors formed the palette used, save the bright red undies that made a cameo probably to please his licensees.

Knit v-neck tops and some blazers gave a hint of the commercially viable garments that will hit stores come next season.

John Galliano Fall/Winter 2008-09-1/19/07-1

MORE PICS AFTER THE JUMP.

John Galliano Fall/Winter 2008-09-1/19/07-3

Photo credit: men.style.com

This entry was posted on Saturday, January 19th, 2008 at 4:00 pm.
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13 Comments, Comment or Ping

hannah

this is the stupidest stuff i have ever seen. the emperor has no clothes, guys…..

ps. i am not ignorant of the fashion industry, this is not from some yayhoo.

Jan 23rd, 2008
NJ

I think its a great collection.Its not meant to be worn its simply showing off your imagination to a load of people with more money then sense lol

Jan 25th, 2008
A:A

it’s an amaing collection…!!!

Jan 29th, 2008
A:A

AMAZING

Jan 29th, 2008
shwiggle

Love it! Galliano is the best at making the fashion world take notice. There’s nothing sexier than a man with curls. no?

Feb 3rd, 2008
+2

hannah: you know nothing about fashion actually! u a not ignorant of the fashion industry? How far u know? T____________T

Feb 5th, 2008
Domainakadbeatz

Ohhhhhh damn sooo amaizing Collection
the first 3 pics my Favorits !! damnnnn

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hannah on January 23rd, 2008 10:26 am

hahah you are dumb

Jun 14th, 2008
juanno

much better than average male fashion designers, why great minds such as ghesquiere, mcqueen et al make some boring fashion shit for men yet they will remain on history for women design for excreting pure brilliance? Now galliano’s dior couture is flawless, and it’s homme line it’s fantastic, but look at her women line it’s kinda shitty, I guess a genius can’t be good in everything but 2 or 3 things at once.

Jun 21st, 2008
goldscorpio

with all do respect, GALLIANO is the one to watch! He’s take you to a new place in live, where you dream, believe and do it over and over again. Keep up the good work SIR GALLIANO! Your very inspirational to me. I’m so looking forward to that day where i’ll be able to purchase a pair of your signature undergarments. SO HOT AND SEXY!!!!!

Jul 19th, 2008
serge makiese

bless you

Jul 23rd, 2008
jagruti

amazing collection sumthing innovative…exclusive one.

Aug 14th, 2008