Misanthrope (Collection)
Misanthrope is the Autumn/Winter 2017 collection made by South Korean brand SONGZIO. Zio Song spearheaded the collection.
The collection is centred around an anonymous introverted character named 'M'. [1]
The resulting collection juxtaposes delicate art prints with dark all-consuming armour. Wafting shirts and loosely structured suit trousers are countered by formal tailored black coats, and dense knitwear falls from the shoulders and encases the body. Song presents the nature of M’s impulses and emotions by pairing earth toned bomber jackets with mustang patchwork, and camel jackets with metallic orange sweatshirts.
Concept
Background
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Inspiration
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Themes
The collection revolves around an anonymous introverted character named 'M'.
The collection follows this fantastical figure as he détournes across an unknown urban sprawl on an overcast, chilly morning. Described as “a person who has his own individual personality that he doesn’t want to share,” the collection acts as a lens into M’s moody psyche. “Our designs are really dark in order to express M’s personality characteristics and what he thinks” explains Song. [1]
Techniques
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Runway Show
Production
Misanthrope was shown during London Fashion Week in 2017.
Models
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Styling
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Presentation
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Reception
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Legacy
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References
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External Links
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