As part of New York Fashion Week Men’s, Palomo Spain presented “1916”, its Autumn/Winter runway show. It was inspired by Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes and the rural Spain of the 20th century. The Ballets Russes was a French ballet company founded by Sergio Diaghilev. The company toured Europe and produced many dancers and choreographers from 1909 to 1929. In 1916, the dance troupe sought refuge from WW1 in Spain, at the count of Miranda.
Creative director Alejandro Gomez Palomo’s designs traditionally blur the lines between what is considered masculine or feminine. This collection was no exception. Similar to the traveling dance troop, Palomo Spain is a bit of a traveler as well. The collections have been shown in Madrid, Moscow, Paris and New York, where Palomo returned this season.
The basis of the collection lies in classical, masculine tailoring with its traditional codes, combined with softer touches. Colors starts out in striking grays then graduate toward scarlet reds, navy blues and emerald greens. While Palomo Spain designs may be a bit avant garde for the streets of Washington, DC, one can appreciate the fine fabrics and the bold statements this collection makes.
