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National Geographic
You can trace the roots of Spring
s tribal message to Raf Simons
Flag Day of a Dior Couture show in July. Its wardrobe studies of the Americas, Europe, Asia, and (especially) Africa set the tone for the Milan and Paris collections. From Sarah Burton
s warrior-worthy wares at Alexander McQueen to Riccardo Tisci
s ethnic mash-up for Givenchy to the pagan princesses on the Valentino runway, designers were thinking globally this season, each one marching to the beat of his or her own drum.
Souped-up shirts or something wild? On the runways, it was a tale of extremes
Whether they transported us to a faraway bazaar or a Chelsea art gallery, this season s collections had an urgency born of connection with the wider world. Sexy takes on the classic dress shirt, daytime metallics, and glam sportswear also gained traction on and off the runways. Here, the season s most noteworthy trends.