The first menswear collection from Kris Van Assche, a Belgian designer who spent six years under the tutelage of Dior s Hedi Slimane, was one of the most buzzed about debuts of the season. The line s superbly tailored, sporty designs—including three-piece suits with trim coats and low-cropped pants, thrown over white sneakers and topped off with fedora hats—exhibited just the right mix of street and chic. Undone ties, baggy trousers, and ill-fitting collars added to the laissez-faire feel of the gray-, black-, and white-toned collection, as did the series of overalls, padded leather jackets, and V-neck sweaters. The Royal Academy of Arts grad closed the show with a trio of older male models, underscoring the agelessness of these designs, while also announcing the arrival of a fresh new talent.
