Sies Marjan Spring/Summer 2018

Like his previous work, this season's Sies Marjan showing was all about Lak's palette, which could perhaps be best described by the Japanese dango emoji. Monochromatic looks were shown in shades of sea green and marigold and turquoise and butter yellow and true pink (not the millennial stuff). The combinations were pretty incredible, like a floaty pink dress paired with a fluffy candy apple-colored coat.

In addition to all the gorgeous rainbow representation, Lak also washed his fabrics to make them crumple. The result was a purposefully wrinkled kind of pajama dressing that looked somehow polished and super comfy; my favorite may have been the finale look, jade silk separates worn by Sies Marjan campaign star Roberto Rossellini, son of Isabella. Even preppy sweaters were given thoughtful touches, with stitching that made the fabric fold over on itself. In short: it was so, so nice.

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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.