LES COPAINS

Les Copains has always focused on experimenting with innovative knitwear techniques translated into a classic style. The company was founded in the ’50s by Mario Bandiera, and through the years a whirlwind of designers has collaborated with the house—Antonio Berardi, Albino D’Amato, Antonio Marras, and Alessandro Dell’Acqua, to name a few—trying to push the brand forward in the fashion arena. Results have been mixed. Graeme Black, who worked on the last collection, has left to concentrate on his own line. This season marked a turning point: Bandiera’s wife, Stefania, has been made artistic director, bringing control and direction of the creative team back within the family.
Stefania has been with the company for a long time as one of its principal designers, so she understands its DNA. Backstage at the show today, she exuded calm and a polite sense of confidence. She delivered a balanced, wearable collection, pared down and modern, with a play on knitwear textures and exotic patterns. The sporty inspiration (ubiquitous on the Milanese catwalks) was interpreted lightly, as in a billowy black organza parka worn over a white lasered leather top and fluid black track pants, or in heat-fused sweatshirts in knit and silk organza paired with delicate net skirts. A jumpsuit with deep green foliage motifs in intarsia jacquard looked elegant; an off-white minidress in soft laser-cut leather with an intricate geometric pattern had a sleek, polished edge. Overall, Stefania’s approach to the house’s heritage seemed graceful and pragmatic; the collection should do well at retail.

Loading Images...
No tags 0

Privacy Preference Center

Close your account?

Your account will be closed and all data will be permanently deleted and cannot be recovered. Are you sure?

Datenschutzinfo