OAMC Fall/Winter 2017

A powerful feeling that develops in adolescence, is manifested throughout life, and informs the decisions that are made both socially and professionally.

More interesting, however, is the examination of the code of conduct that is required once acceptance is gained. Are we comforted by this or are we confined?

The code of silence, Omertà, or even the unspoken understanding that what happens here, stays here.

The power of this code can radically distort behavior and even twist morals. Is it more important to maintain a code of honor, or to do what’s right?

For the inaugural OAMC show, an exploration of night codes that inform menswear.

A symbol of this, used throughout this collection is the safety pin. This should be self-explantory.

As Aleister Crowley put it, ‘Do What Thou Wilt’ has never been more pertinent than in these particular times.

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Invisible Walls

KATERINA wears: BRA + SKIRT by MISS CLAIRE SULLIVAN, JEWELRY by CHRIS HABANA, SHOES STYLIST'S OWN

KATERINA WEARS HOODIE + LEGGINGS by CLAIRE WISEMAN STUDIO, JEWELRY by CHRIS HABANA, SHOES by RICK OWENS

KATERINA WEARS BRA + JEWELRY by CHRIS HABANA

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K.NGSLEY Dares Fans to Dream in Third Collection

When the lights went down and guests cleared off of the catwalk, the production of “Do You Understand?” began in earnest. An expansion into womenswear, skin-clinging fabrics and light, sinewy dresses complexified the story of the brand as they worked their way down the runway, alongside highlights like a strappy, flowing black skirt and olive green cut-out tops.

The designer’s commitment to best-in-class subversions of menswear classics continued, with a deliciously slitted rugby polo and artfully cut button-downs. Workwear jackets were tailored to a shoulder’s width of perfection in versatile shades of that same olive green, cream, and deep blue.

The collection marked a compelling evolution in the story of a brand that has made a name for itself in personality, sensual campaigns, and representation of queer, BIPOC bodies. As show notes explained, this season’s offering “was designed to say less; you either get it, or you don’t.” The designer continued: “Fuck the clothes, it’s the tenacity of why they exist in the first place.”

Nike lent its name to the collection as well, providing support in a satisfying matchup of industry stalwart versus exciting upstart.

“This show is dedicated to everyone who made this happen. From the bottom of my heart, Thank you. It means so much, because I leave it all in the clothes,” Gbadegesin said.

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Marc Kalman's Still Kelly

For Kalman, Still Kelly represents more than just his take on streetwear — it’s a platform to showcase his close-knit community of friends and collaborators. The brand’s first lookbook, photographed by Winter Vandenbrink and styled by Pau Avia, reflects Kalman's commitment to thoughtful, enduring design over gimmicks. Preview the lookbook below.