Since being founded in 1989, the illusive identity of Margiela has remained a mystery, until recently when a New York magazine revealed the head designer to be a gentleman named Matthieu Blazy. Although Margiela himself no longer works with the company he created, those with an eye for fashion have always been in awe of the potential identity behind the highly celebrated brand.
As speculation continues to buzz about the possible design team at Maison Martin Margiela, we take a look at a few of our faves from the most recent collection, all of which is readily available via Mr Porter.
#1. Exposed Seam Cotton Jersey Sweatshirt
If simplicity is your thing, then you’ll love this black sweat with exposed seams running down the front and back. Perfect for throwing on with a pair of dark distressed denim jeans, this sweatshirt is ideal for when the temperature drops.
#2. Mykita Round-Frame Metal Sunglasses
Handcrafted in Berlin, these lightweight sunglasses will help to simulate a mysterious ‘barely there’ look. The minimalist frame with tinted lenses are bound to work well with a slicked back barnet and an all-black ensemble.
#3. Panelled Leather and Suede Slip-on Sneakers
They say shoes say a lot about a man and in this case it’s true. Showcase your fashionista style with these pastel blue suede and dark blue leather contrasting slip-on kicks. With light padding for comfort, throw on with a pair of tailored trousers for those all nighters in London town. These sneakers are available in black and red, as well as a velvet version if you’re feeling brave!
Midnight is calling with this blue and white printed cotton shirt. Perfect for day to night wear, simply thrown on a black blazer to create a suave evening look. Tailored from lightweight cotton, this shirt will work perfectly through these summer nights.
You can’t go wrong with a slim-fit pair of jeans and when they’re designed by the dream team that is behind Margiela, imperfection isn’t even an option. The neutral grey tone ensures these jeans are super easy to wear but are best teamed with delicate options to heighten a soft silhouette.
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