The Self-Made
Man; Gordon Richardson’s A/W 11-12 collection for Topman Design
Sending tweed,
tonic herring bone double breasted suits, silk scarves and fur lapels down the
catwalk to the vintage-rock beats of the Chapel Club and Zoo Kid, Gordon
Richardsons A/W 2011-2012 collection for Topman Design at LFW last month
revived the masculine glamour of the 1950’s self-made man; all reeking of
cockiness, audacity and self-assertion. Perfect for the young,
money-making men squeezing all they can from today’s economy.
In an interview
with GQ, the designer expressed that “The Topman design look for autumn/winter
would not look out of place leaving a smoky jazz club during the early hours of
the early fifties.” Indeed, his collection definitely boasts a carefree nature;
the tailoring isn’t too restricting, the furs are dandyish and theres a
bohemian, artistic, element at work in the silks. All typical of 1950’s
post-war fashion, when dress changed dramatically- class barriers collapsed and
the economy boomed so that anybody could become a somebody; tweeds and furs
were no longer the preserve of the aristocracy but were easily afforded by
aspiring men.
Definitely a
concept and style that perfectly represents all that Topman stands for-
affordable tailoring in rich materials for an ambitious male clientele that
gives heritage brands a run for their money. Any item from this
collection will definitely give you a cheeky spring in your step. Here are some
of my favorite looks:
My new camera has just arrived (can I get a woop
woop) so keep an eye out for my LOOKBOOK, which I will be creating soon!
