Classically Bohemian: Burberry Prorsum Menswear AW15 collection
updated the 6 October 2015 à 23:34
The British luxury brand presented its definition of what it means to be a bohemian traveling in today’s times.
Watching the livestream in full screen, in the dark with the curtains drawn was more than enough to allow my mind to effortlessly drift away to inside the Burberry Prorsum tent in Kensington Gardens, London. As soon as the elegant vocals from British singer-songwriter, Clare Maguire filled the room, my illusory trip was complete – for there I was seated with a front row view to the runway.
Bespectacled models began their descend, decked out in paisley and floral printed shirts inspired by Durham quilts, mirrored pants and jackets, reminiscent of traditional Indian embroidery, which were topped off with brilliantly draped fringed shawls or sturdy long coats. The bookish and semi-rustic charm was contrasted with bold leopard and camouflage prints that perfectly rounded up these bohemian travelers – wanderers with a myriad of creative interests.
Awash with dark, sombre tones of green, ochre, camel, purple and charcoal, the looks were only at times given a subtle injection of vibrancy by way of red and turquoise hues. To store all the knick knacks while on artistic journeys, the Burberry Carryall proved to be the all important accessory, appearing in animal print shearling, nubuck, grainy leather, fringed suede and camouflage print to suit a range of tastes.
The collection reached a crescendo as Claire played ‘House of the Rising Sun’ while models trudged under a glitter storm as the classic show came to a sublime end with specks of silver confetti scintillating under the lights – unreal.
If you can’t wait to grab a piece of the show, relish in the fact that selected scarves, outerwear and bags from the collection are available to purchase and personalise as part of the Burberry Runway Made to Order service on Burberry.com for two weeks following the show. Each piece, crafted exclusively, will be available for delivery months ahead of their availability in store.
The Burberry Fringe Scarf can be monogrammed with up to three initials, while outerwear and The Burberry Carryall Bag can be personalised with a bespoke nameplate.
So men, it’s about time to take cues from Burberry for no matter what the season, they always seem to present the most classic of sartorial sensibilities fit for the modern times.
Tarandip Kaur
