Gieves & Hawkes A/W 2016

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Two male models perched on plinths, wearing impeccable suits in grey shades and classic shoes
(Image credit: Mitchell Sams)

Mood board: At first sight, Gieves and Hawkes’ presentation made use of the heritage house’s usual tropes: models perched on plinths, impeccable suiting and classic shoes. But there was a youthful feel that moved the brand forward for A/W 2016, such as a black and orange brocade suit that exuded unprecedented warmth.

Sound bite: During the bustling presentation at No1 Savile Row, creative director Jason Basmajian explained: ‘We have 243 years of history, so we don’t change overnight. It’s about an evolution. This collection for me was about breaking it down more into the weekend, taking tailoring fabrics and putting them in more sporty models – just a little bit more relaxed. Whether you’re 25 or 65, our guys feel great in the clothes.’

Best in show: Among the distinctly traditional British elements, Basmajian injected international menswear touches such as sneakers with tailoring and chunky soles on dress shoes.

Two male models perched on plinths, wearing impeccable suits in darker shadesand classic shoes

(Image credit: Mitchell Sams)

Two male models perched on plinths, wearing impeccable suits in darker shades and classic shoes

(Image credit: Mitchell Sams)

Two male models perched on plinths, wearing impeccable suits in lighter shades and classic shoes

(Image credit: Mitchell Sam)

A Brown thick soled dress shoe

(Image credit: Mitchell Sam)

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Photography: Mitchell Sams

Siska Lyssens

Siska Lyssens has contributed to Wallpaper* since 2014, covering design in all its forms – from interiors to architecture and fashion. Now living in the U.S. after spending almost a decade in London, the Belgian journalist puts her creative branding cap on for various clients when not contributing to Wallpaper* or T Magazine.