With this limited series, it's been proven that Nigo only has pursuits to create a real wardrobe that will endure the look of the past, the time of the present, and the longevity of the future.
In homage to Kenzo Takada, we've seen consistent acknowledgment of nature being used in pieces like the former founder who would often draw on Japanese sensibility of flora and fauna as signifiers of symbols and feelings.
Limited-edition capsule available on May 6th 2022 in selected stores and KENZO.COM
The latest accessory and footwear drop from Pyer Moss is available for purchase here, along with a new drop from the beloved Couture Capsule Collection.
Fletcher has partnered with Fred Segal and debuted the SS22 collection in the stores pop-up space at their Sunset Boulevard location. The installation was unveiled on April 1 and will be up until April 30 where buyers can get their hands on an exclusive t-shirt available only at the Fred Segal store.
office got the opportunity to speak with Fletcher about the new collection, Fiorucci’s brand recognition, and what’s to come. Check out the interview below.
How are you doing today?
I am good, thank you, I have spent the day at the Fiorucci archive researching for the next collection so feeling pretty inspired.
This collection, from the clothes to the campaign photos, feels so different from collections in the past. What sparked this change?
We have been working on developing new categories over the last few years and now we are allowed out again I think there is a real desire for wanting to dress up again so this felt like the right season to really push the fashion styles for Fiorucci.
What differentiates this collection from collections in the past?
It has a lot of new styles, we have more knitwear, dresses, shirts, things that Fiorucci are not as well known for but the core of the collection is still there, things like our Angel Tee’s and washed denim jeans still underpin the whole thing and will always be a key part of the brand.
This feels like a new chapter for the Fiorucci brand, what is the inspiration behind this collection?
I wanted to take a trip through Fiorucci’s hedonistic past with a collection inspired by its 1970s beginnings, which can be seen in the archive palm prints and sexier silhouettes reflecting the party spirit of the brand, but all still routed in its connection to the earth.
Fiorucci is an iconic brand, what do you think has made it stay relevant for so many years?
I think the mix of New York, Italy and LA that Elio Fiorucci created with his stores in the 70’s is one of the things that made it so special and this melting pot has intrigued people ever since. It’s so unique because the influences are so broad and there’s this sort of anything goes attitude that feels just as important today as it was when the brand was founded.
How do you think the revamp will help further push the brand into the future?
I think it’s important for brands to be evolving and I want to push Fiorucci even further so that in 40 years time, just like I do now when I’m looking through the archive that hopefully, the next set of designers will look back and what we did in the 2020’s with the same fondness.
What is next for the brand?
Retail has always been a fundamental part of Fiorucci, everyone always talks about the original stores in New York and Milan so a focus on retail and opening more stores in on the horizon for us. We are really excited to be back in LA too with our Fred Segal pop-up and have plans for Paris and Milan later this year.
