Written by Lewis Cameron

Fri. 28. June.

“Classic elegance with modern masculinity.“

What do you get when you cross a Dutchman and a British woman? No, this is not a bad joke. The answer, is Baartmans & Siegel. A dynamic, luxury menswear label that believes in creating interactive, innovative garments, and is currently shaping the landscape of contemporary menswear under the guise of Wouter and Amber. And last week at London Collections: Men, the design duo couldn’t get more interactive and innovative, hosting a static presentation off the streets of central London in an intimate retail space as they presented their SS14 collection to press and photographers alike.

Tropical was the theme as exotic plants decorated the display space as the opulent detailing of the luxurious, Utilitarian fur lapels of their Autumn/Winter collection were left behind and replaced by modern silk garments with a definitive sports luxe vibe. Relaxed, casual and contemporary outfits were shown as a handful of male models sat, stood and stretched in a number of reversible outerwear designs including lightweight sports bomber jackets, pyjama style shirt and matching shorts and sleek parka jackets. 

“This season is based on South Pacific aviation, rooted in nostalgic, masculine silhouettes while using iconic colonial English/Asian heritage emblems. The double tear-drop of the paisley motif appears in irresistible abstract textiles, brushed iridescent silks and perforated suede bomber jackets. We have developed tribal-like military emblems-interspersedwith functionality- while still channeling romantic and complex characters from popular culture, such as Ralph Fiennes aka The English patient. SS14 also ignites futuristic masculinity with a familiar nod to menswear classics, celebrating and developing the Harrington, field jacket, lounge trench and Hawaiian shirt.”

Baartmans & Siegel in three words: Cool. Confident. Cutting-edge.
Main themes: Sports Luxe, comfortable, tranquil and opulence. Confident with an eye for detail.
Favourite piece: Silk short sleeved shirt and matching shorts.