The collection calls on Gaznevada's late 80s album, "Sick Soundtrack," and brings audiences back to a time of Martian music, prog disco, and Japanese cartoons. With hoodies painted in the Shogun Warrior slogan, "Gaznevada: Invincible Guardians of World's Freedom," the heroic nature of the collection is undeniable.
"Going Underground" will be previewed on May 25 at Spazio Maiocchi, joined by Gaznevada themsleves, and will available at Slam Jam the same day.
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.
