Astrid Andersen A/W '19

January 08, 2019

In recognition of the increasingly blurred lines between the catwalk and the sidewalk in the fashion world of late, designer Astrid Andersen served up a striking collection that brilliantly fused classical tailoring with a quirky streetwear sensibility for A/W ‘19.

As the line centered around an exploration of the oh-so-fresh pinstripe suit, the strongest visual references could be aesthetically traced to the American ‘20s, the time period in which that distinctive suit style was born. For her collection, the Danish designer masterfully positioned classic male silhouettes within a modern vernacular, elevating casual closet staples through the swank and refinement of the past—see: pinstripes reworked into karate-style suits, tracksuits and puffers sealed with reflective tape.

Text by Kennedy Fairfax

The boldness of the palette was another great take away—a sensuous blend of deep red, blue, and orange, among others, made their way down the catwalk on quilted jackets, hoodies and kimonos. Andersen also experimented with knitwear and some hand-painted details, but kept her focus on the brand’s now-signature combo of lace and fur.

As a whole, the collection was another step in defining Astrid’s bold vision for menswear—rooted in the past, but made for the future.

View some of the highlights, below.

Photos courtesy of the brand.

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Escaping the Glass Cage

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For years, she stood still, watching life rush past her, a quiet observer behind the glass. Now, the glass is broken, and she steps out into the unknown. She walks through the city, caught between two worlds—part of it, yet apart from it.

Her journey is quiet but bold, searching for something she’s never understood, something just out of reach. On church steps and under glowing city lights, she questions everything: the rules, the past, and where she truly belongs. Each step feels both freeing and uncertain.

A curious soul in a borrowed life, she keeps moving forward, leaving behind only whispers of her escape, like a fleeting shadow in the night.

Photography by Robbie Augspurger
Talent Jennae Quisenberry
Styling by Emily Drake
Hair by Jerome Cultrera
Makeup by Charlotte Willer
Production by Robbie Augspurger
Photo Assisting by Ross Morrell
Text by Enzo Holdt

JENNAE wears COAT by MARNI.

LEFT: JENNAE wears TOP, SKIRT, BAG and SHOES by N21 BY ALESSANDRO DELL’ACQUA

RIGHT: JENNAE wears COAT, MINI SKIRT by DAVID KOMA, SHOES are STYLIST’S OWN.

LEFT: JENNAE wears TOP, SKIRT, BAG and SHOES by N21 BY ALESSANDRO DELL’ACQUA

RIGHT: JENNAE wears COAT, MINI SKIRT by DAVID KOMA, SHOES are STYLIST’S OWN.

LEFT: JENNAE wears JACKET, SHOES by MCQUEEN BY SEÁN MCGIRR.

RIGHT: JENNAE wears GOWN, SHOES by EMMA JOAN FOLEY.

LEFT: JENNAE wears JACKET, SKIRT by YOHJI YAMAMOTO, SHOES are STYLIST’S OWN.

RIGHT: JENNAE wears DRESS by GENNY, SHOES by CASADEI.

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Total Recall

Born in the Moroccan town of Tétouan and educated in Paris, Khattabi’s upbringing required him to make sense of how the different influences surrounding him could align. In turn, his designs explore the embedded codes and history of his bicultural background. Total Recall addresses this phenomon by including garments meant to reflect adaptation and transformation. Skirts made of tire covers and motorcyle tarpaulins refashioned into dresses are scattered across the collection, conveying notions of displacement. Blending these elements adds an industrial touch to the pieces while still keeping a sense of movement.

From sweatpants infused with polka dots to nostaglic slogans and banner display, the ensembles symbolize hidden identities and memories. Giving us a glimpse into his own memories, Khattabi's work evokes affection for the past. It's a nod to the interconnectedness of culture and how we interact with its complexitites creatively. View the collection below.