Studs Galore at Marc by Marc Jacobs
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ne glance at the slogan patches, checkered print and studs a plenty, it’s plain as day- the Marc by Marc Jacobs Fall 2015 Ready-to-Wear collection was all about sticking it to the man.
As models walked the runway to Public Enemy’s “Fight the Power”, the message of anti-establishment rang out loud and clear. With Luella Bartley and Katie Hillier at the helm, hit designers with a penchant for protest and a striking, youthful aesthetic, this collection featured a mashup of 70’s flower power, a hint of Victorian sensibility in combination with anachronistic, in-your-face, punk styling.
“It’s about this character that we’re trying to do, this very young, vibrant, vital girl. It’s a very youth-oriented brand, so the one thing that has to permeate through everything is that positivity of youth and feeling like you can change the world,” Luella stated.
Using a simple palette of royal blue, olive green, red and black, the “Suffragette” models showcased a variety of looks including layered skirts with paisley patterning or peekaboo black lace. In stark contrast to the Victorian era prints, models wore utilitarian accessories, such as fitted utility belts and pyramid stud military boots.
The punk influence continually resurfaces in patches reading “Solidarity”, “Unity” or “Our Future” emblazoned with peace signs and through the ubiquitous studded berets, a surefire trend for A/W ‘15. Armored leggings with belt-buckle straps down the side show definite commercial appeal, along with the studded pointed flats (say adieu to those creepers from last season!).
Rising model Kendall Jenner fell right in line, looking fresh in a fitted blazer and a pocketed maxi skirt. Outerwear trends included long woolen trenchcoats, split ponchos and cropped military jackets. Mixed textures were abound, like in the lace-up grommet dress with splashes of tartan and a frilly peter pan collar.
Finding inspiration from DIY culture and rebellious punk accessories, Katie encourages girls, “Buy a beret. Make some badges. Get some old jeans and put the patches on them. You can buy the clothes and there are ideas on how to create your own as well.”
Written by Jade Nicolette
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