Backstage at Astrid Andersen Fall/Winter 2017 in Copenhagen + Q&A

Congratulations with your first full women’s show - will this be an ongoing thing for every season?

I truly hope so!! We want to show continuity for sure by doing a woman’s again next season. In the long run, it will depend on demand.

You’ve established yourself on the London scene with your menswear. So why did you choose to come home to Copenhagen with the women’s show?

I feel it was relevant for my brand to reflect how it's always been positioned in between these two capitals, how that's influenced the aesthetic, and I want that to translate in our presentations.

How would you describe the Astrid Andersen woman in your own words?

She is cool. Like, really cool to be honest, lol. She is confident and in control, she takes no bullshit, and she doesn't define herself through outdated power tools such as the suit or pencil skirt.

Do you have politics in mind, in terms of equality and diversity, when you design?

I feel it's sad that a strong woman is even a political issue, don't you? Thank god I have faith in my generation and its gender fluidity. I have been dressing men to feel powerful and confident, so I want exactly the same for women. If that's a political stance, then that fact is the relevant issue to raise.

What are your thoughts on the current state of fashion? Streetwear seems to be everywhere right now.

It's too basic for my taste. And it's a shame that people now get to refer to that as streetwear-inspired fashion, because a lot of super talented people have been trying to push this generational influence into fashion. They want to claim respect [for it] not as a trend, but as an aesthetic. I hope these will be the ones remembered, and not easy, logo-tastic, ironic attempts [at legitimizing streetwear].

What’s next in the near future for you?

We have to figure out how to approach women's sales season in Paris, as this is all new for me. And then next up is SS18!

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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.

reward if found is available at LN-CC, 10 Corso Como, Gr8, Opener, and more selected retailers globally.

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Dr. Martens x MM6 Maison Margiela reveal their first capsule collection

November 12, 2024

Dr. Martens and MM6 Maison Margiela have teamed up for the first time to launch a Fall/Winter capsule collection that reinvents classic footwear with a fresh twist. The collection combines four iconic Dr. Martens styles—the 1460 and 1490 boots, the 1461 shoe, and the Penton loafer—into three unique hybrid designs, each with MM6’s special touch.

Revealed at MM6 Maison Margiela’s AW24 show, these designs mix familiar Dr. Martens silhouettes in surprising ways, adding bold new details. Each piece has Dr. Martens’ signature yellow stitching and AirWair heel loop, along with MM6’s unique numbered imprint.

The Dr. Martens x MM6 Maison Margiela collection launches November 19 on both brands’ websites, in select MM6 stores, and at limited retailers.