and I'm still obsessed with the burgundy pillow bag... How I want one. Great video as always, so good to have someone talking a little bit of in depth about fashion please never stop
Thank you for explaining the context! The collection looks very wearable. Like, even more wearable than many "quiet" brands like Jil Sander. Daniel Lee bottega has had a bit of an aggressive look to it, it was really in your face, which was definitely winning some over, but also could be too loud (big buckles, colourful bags). This collection has a very different feel, to me. It feels like something a high street brand would want to be - just beautiful wearable clothes that people can look beautiful in.
I feel like this is the type of simplicity and ideas around construction Cristobal Balenciga would've loved at his brand currently. I loved the sense of movement from the leather fringe a-line dresses, and even the woven mini skirts. It's also inspired, with the Boccini references. There is a sense of modern feminity, that is recognizable. When you mentioned Blazy has worked with Phoebe Philio I understood the origin immediately. It's approachable, yet interesting, I can see many people wanting these pieces in their closet. And I don't think the "safeness" is bad. You can take a lot of these out of context of the brand and people with different aesthetics could integrate them into their own style. I love the way he's innovating around the house heritage with leather. He's pushing forward signatures, while creating buzz, with the leather denim pants. Which hopefully satisfies executives. The woven boots?!? Ugh, so exciting ! I will privy this by saying I've never been a BV fan before, so maybe some of these themes showed up in the past, but from a fresh eye POV, I'm interested. I wanna pay more attention for the future and watch him grow within the brand.
His second collection at Bottega Veneta was also really interesting, definitely check it out if you haven’t. Blazy has a very interesting sensibility that has been built by all the places he’s worked at. The Phoebe Philo feminine simplicity with garments that can be built into a cohesive wardrobe and unique shapes mixed with Balenciaga construction cues are quite clear in the way he creates silhouettes.
Super beautiful collection, had no idea about his history but it definitely shows through his work and it makes sense. obsessed with the pillow bags !! cant wait to see what he does next, i loved the SS23 collection as well (i liked it a little more than this one Lol)
God i didnt expect the Boccioni reference but it’s definitely one of my fave sculpture since I love me some Rick Owens and most of his pieces have that sculptural sensibility. This video is so good Ayo!❤ I really dont care abt Bottega lately but needed to hear your expert thoughts on this one.
I was a bit disappointed upon my first viewing of the show, but I have grown quite fond of it now. I also treated myself with the C-shaped Caban coat and I don't regret it a single bit, the shape is quite unique and excentric and the fabrication is really amazing too. Goes without saying the prices are still blown out of proportion, but at least I am still getting something outstanding for my money, when compared to RTW from a lot of other high end brands. If I were to spend money on any luxury brand nowadays, it would surely be Bottega Veneta.
Luckily a lot of Bottega’s stuff is actually really good quality so I’m sure you’ll have a blast with the coat (the same can’t be said for many other quote on quote luxury brands) that being said, some Bottega prices are so outrageous the mark up must be like 1000%
So interesting that you mentioned the C-shaped Caban coat specifically. That is the one piece I tried at DSM that really turned me off of the new new bottega. There were unfortunately no "life" to the piece..by that I mean that when I tried it on, it was quite restrictive and clunky, and that there was a complete disconnect between shape, movement, and the wearer. I felt that I was wearing a ninja turtle hard shell, and not in a fun way. In contrast, if you find a jil sander by jil sander piece from bygone days, there were interesting 3D shapes to the clothes, yet there were beautiful movement and life to the shape when it was worn, because the designer truly considered the material, the pattern cutting, together with the concept.
That’s very interesting Oliver B. I wonder if you could say more about the fabric? Was there an artificial content too high perhaps, that made the fabric stiff? Love Jil Sander. Another label that perfectly encapsulates “chic but not basic” to quote Fashion Roadman.
@@Oliverbae1 I do see why one could feel like that, but I actually find the "turtleshell"-like aspect really nice 😄I don't think it is due to a lack of competence or expertise on the tailoring side, I reckon it's just very hard to do this concept without restricting the movement in any way, shape or form. It's always a compromise. It's funny you brought up Jil Sander though, because that's my all-time favorite brand!
i feel as if the reference of Boccioni's 'Unique Forms of Continuity in Space' was a bold decision for his debut and could foreshadow his desire to continue to abandon tradition and create his own legacy at Bottega Veneta
Too funny “who cares about the accessories” lol!!! Throw those hot take gauntlets down!😂 Personally I love certain accessories (mainly bags, shoes, earrings) bc they can make all my old clothes look new, or certainly FEEL new to me. Especially if one is going to go for “chic but not basic”, there’s got to be some good props to make that stuff look spicy. Especially for outfit repeaters, especially with a goal to “buy less buy better quality”. Too many handbags being produced is a massive problem too though! So it’s all a balance… as with everything in life.
For me it just gets to the point of - how many bags can one person own, how many bracelets, earrings, rings, shoes before it becomes excessive. I’m at a point where I have so many clothes it doesn’t even make sense to buy anything anymore unless I really love something haha
@@FashionRoadman I totally agree with you there!! Being picky af helps A LOT. Also the commitment to independent designers, and to secondhand/designer resale. Sometimes limiting ones choices is a good tactic to prevent overconsumption and really hone ones style!
I think it's a fine line between subversive and gimmicky, and I can't quite decide where the opening look of leather white top and leather "jeans" falls yet - yes, the craftsmanship is there to achieve this feat, but is it just a gimmick? I know that the press ate it up..but to me, It honestly felt like a sad imitation of the beauty of denim, and I can't imagine the environmental damages it takes to manufacture a leather piece to into "denim". It felt very emperor's new clothes in terms of price point, concept, and the final product...but maybe there lies the brilliance. my other concern is the emergence of a new boys' club in fashion. By that i mean that raf simon's inner circles seems to be taking over the top jobs in fashion world - raf simon, matthew blazy, pieter mulier, etc. I'm sure they all work hard and are talented, but I also wonder if it leads to lack of innovation and diversity of ideas - case in point: see all the same tank top looks at prada this season, and also the tank top-inspired dresses at alaia for ss23. It makes me feel that varied design ideas are no longer emerging organically from a wide range of voices, but through a socially connected exclusive club.
I agree about the “denim” leather jeans and tank top. I hated that look. Boring af, and wouldn’t have generated any excitement if it weren’t for the leather. Certainly the look showed off BV’s remarkable mastery of leather, and it is a leather house… but the excitement of that outfit in particular wanes very quickly. Bc it is after all jeans and a tank top. Maybe just a little too basic too feel chic. Expensive for sure!! But maybe not chic, and yeah maybe getting in towards gimmicky. Especially if you consider it on light of “stealth wealth”, its almost a parody. That said, I loved the collection over all! I loved the movement and the c-shaped coat as though walking against the wind . Very poetic, and a great first statement by MB.
I genuinely think the leather denim and tank top was just for a bit of press. A lot of designers these days are inserting little nuggets into every collection with the main goal of giving the show a bit of publicity. I found it a little gimmicky, can’t remember if I specifically mentioned that in the video but I remember laughing about it in the video. They were also made by printing on leather multiple times so I’m not too sure about the sustainability of it as well. Looking past that I did enjoy the rest of the collection and the mix of influences from all of the past houses Matthieu Blazy has worked at, I think he’s a really good designer but was one of those names that would’ve gone unnoticed if not for him getting this role. I can’t imagine how many of his ideas have been claimed by the creative directors of brands he’s worked at.
@@FashionRoadman I totally agree with you there, about MB. And I loved the rest of the show too. Great perspective on the gimmicky for press coverage. That outlook balances my reaction to it. I’ll keep that in mind fs.
Fashion “Roadman” come on!!! Really? Why would you want to associate yourself with drug dealers and criminals? It’s the catchy smart name you think it is. Please think *long term*. Too many black content creators have stunted their very probable blow up, because they used vulgar language or video titles/ channel NAMES. Good luck. 👍🏾
and I'm still obsessed with the burgundy pillow bag... How I want one. Great video as always, so good to have someone talking a little bit of in depth about fashion please never stop
Thank you for explaining the context! The collection looks very wearable. Like, even more wearable than many "quiet" brands like Jil Sander. Daniel Lee bottega has had a bit of an aggressive look to it, it was really in your face, which was definitely winning some over, but also could be too loud (big buckles, colourful bags). This collection has a very different feel, to me. It feels like something a high street brand would want to be - just beautiful wearable clothes that people can look beautiful in.
Great vid , can you please make a video how house of valentino became profitable again in modern history of the brand .
I’m here after the Chanel announcement. TY for the information
I feel like this is the type of simplicity and ideas around construction Cristobal Balenciga would've loved at his brand currently. I loved the sense of movement from the leather fringe a-line dresses, and even the woven mini skirts. It's also inspired, with the Boccini references. There is a sense of modern feminity, that is recognizable. When you mentioned Blazy has worked with Phoebe Philio I understood the origin immediately. It's approachable, yet interesting, I can see many people wanting these pieces in their closet. And I don't think the "safeness" is bad. You can take a lot of these out of context of the brand and people with different aesthetics could integrate them into their own style. I love the way he's innovating around the house heritage with leather. He's pushing forward signatures, while creating buzz, with the leather denim pants. Which hopefully satisfies executives. The woven boots?!? Ugh, so exciting !
I will privy this by saying I've never been a BV fan before, so maybe some of these themes showed up in the past, but from a fresh eye POV, I'm interested. I wanna pay more attention for the future and watch him grow within the brand.
His second collection at Bottega Veneta was also really interesting, definitely check it out if you haven’t. Blazy has a very interesting sensibility that has been built by all the places he’s worked at. The Phoebe Philo feminine simplicity with garments that can be built into a cohesive wardrobe and unique shapes mixed with Balenciaga construction cues are quite clear in the way he creates silhouettes.
Super beautiful collection, had no idea about his history but it definitely shows through his work and it makes sense. obsessed with the pillow bags !! cant wait to see what he does next, i loved the SS23 collection as well (i liked it a little more than this one Lol)
I also preferred his second collection, even down to things like the set
Favorite runway from Milan 🔥 excited to see more from Blazy
I love this! Super elegant and wearable
God i didnt expect the Boccioni reference but it’s definitely one of my fave sculpture since I love me some Rick Owens and most of his pieces have that sculptural sensibility. This video is so good Ayo!❤ I really dont care abt Bottega lately but needed to hear your expert thoughts on this one.
I was a bit disappointed upon my first viewing of the show, but I have grown quite fond of it now. I also treated myself with the C-shaped Caban coat and I don't regret it a single bit, the shape is quite unique and excentric and the fabrication is really amazing too. Goes without saying the prices are still blown out of proportion, but at least I am still getting something outstanding for my money, when compared to RTW from a lot of other high end brands. If I were to spend money on any luxury brand nowadays, it would surely be Bottega Veneta.
Luckily a lot of Bottega’s stuff is actually really good quality so I’m sure you’ll have a blast with the coat (the same can’t be said for many other quote on quote luxury brands) that being said, some Bottega prices are so outrageous the mark up must be like 1000%
So interesting that you mentioned the C-shaped Caban coat specifically. That is the one piece I tried at DSM that really turned me off of the new new bottega. There were unfortunately no "life" to the piece..by that I mean that when I tried it on, it was quite restrictive and clunky, and that there was a complete disconnect between shape, movement, and the wearer. I felt that I was wearing a ninja turtle hard shell, and not in a fun way. In contrast, if you find a jil sander by jil sander piece from bygone days, there were interesting 3D shapes to the clothes, yet there were beautiful movement and life to the shape when it was worn, because the designer truly considered the material, the pattern cutting, together with the concept.
That’s very interesting Oliver B. I wonder if you could say more about the fabric? Was there an artificial content too high perhaps, that made the fabric stiff?
Love Jil Sander. Another label that perfectly encapsulates “chic but not basic” to quote Fashion Roadman.
@@Oliverbae1 I do see why one could feel like that, but I actually find the "turtleshell"-like aspect really nice 😄I don't think it is due to a lack of competence or expertise on the tailoring side, I reckon it's just very hard to do this concept without restricting the movement in any way, shape or form. It's always a compromise. It's funny you brought up Jil Sander though, because that's my all-time favorite brand!
i feel as if the reference of Boccioni's 'Unique Forms of Continuity in Space' was a bold decision for his debut and could foreshadow his desire to continue to abandon tradition and create his own legacy at Bottega Veneta
Blazy's reign was overdue. So happy for him.
Great content. Will you be making any more magazines in print?
Planning to on a few months
Nah bros resume is insane 😭
Crazy right!
Too funny “who cares about the accessories” lol!!! Throw those hot take gauntlets down!😂
Personally I love certain accessories (mainly bags, shoes, earrings) bc they can make all my old clothes look new, or certainly FEEL new to me. Especially if one is going to go for “chic but not basic”, there’s got to be some good props to make that stuff look spicy. Especially for outfit repeaters, especially with a goal to “buy less buy better quality”. Too many handbags being produced is a massive problem too though! So it’s all a balance… as with everything in life.
For me it just gets to the point of - how many bags can one person own, how many bracelets, earrings, rings, shoes before it becomes excessive. I’m at a point where I have so many clothes it doesn’t even make sense to buy anything anymore unless I really love something haha
@@FashionRoadman I totally agree with you there!! Being picky af helps A LOT. Also the commitment to independent designers, and to secondhand/designer resale. Sometimes limiting ones choices is a good tactic to prevent overconsumption and really hone ones style!
Can you do a video on networking in the fashion industry plzz❤
1:20 talk about a Resumè😭😮💨🤧
Matts resume is veryyyy extensive and his raf connection made me a fan .. maybe because I’m a raf stan but whatever
It’s super extensive, the man has put in his 10000 hours
I think it's a fine line between subversive and gimmicky, and I can't quite decide where the opening look of leather white top and leather "jeans" falls yet - yes, the craftsmanship is there to achieve this feat, but is it just a gimmick? I know that the press ate it up..but to me, It honestly felt like a sad imitation of the beauty of denim, and I can't imagine the environmental damages it takes to manufacture a leather piece to into "denim". It felt very emperor's new clothes in terms of price point, concept, and the final product...but maybe there lies the brilliance.
my other concern is the emergence of a new boys' club in fashion. By that i mean that raf simon's inner circles seems to be taking over the top jobs in fashion world - raf simon, matthew blazy, pieter mulier, etc. I'm sure they all work hard and are talented, but I also wonder if it leads to lack of innovation and diversity of ideas - case in point: see all the same tank top looks at prada this season, and also the tank top-inspired dresses at alaia for ss23. It makes me feel that varied design ideas are no longer emerging organically from a wide range of voices, but through a socially connected exclusive club.
I agree about the “denim” leather jeans and tank top. I hated that look. Boring af, and wouldn’t have generated any excitement if it weren’t for the leather. Certainly the look showed off BV’s remarkable mastery of leather, and it is a leather house… but the excitement of that outfit in particular wanes very quickly. Bc it is after all jeans and a tank top. Maybe just a little too basic too feel chic. Expensive for sure!! But maybe not chic, and yeah maybe getting in towards gimmicky. Especially if you consider it on light of “stealth wealth”, its almost a parody.
That said, I loved the collection over all! I loved the movement and the c-shaped coat as though walking against the wind . Very poetic, and a great first statement by MB.
I genuinely think the leather denim and tank top was just for a bit of press. A lot of designers these days are inserting little nuggets into every collection with the main goal of giving the show a bit of publicity. I found it a little gimmicky, can’t remember if I specifically mentioned that in the video but I remember laughing about it in the video. They were also made by printing on leather multiple times so I’m not too sure about the sustainability of it as well.
Looking past that I did enjoy the rest of the collection and the mix of influences from all of the past houses Matthieu Blazy has worked at, I think he’s a really good designer but was one of those names that would’ve gone unnoticed if not for him getting this role. I can’t imagine how many of his ideas have been claimed by the creative directors of brands he’s worked at.
@@FashionRoadman I totally agree with you there, about MB. And I loved the rest of the show too. Great perspective on the gimmicky for press coverage. That outlook balances my reaction to it. I’ll keep that in mind fs.
Fashion “Roadman” come on!!! Really? Why would you want to associate yourself with drug dealers and criminals? It’s the catchy smart name you think it is. Please think *long term*. Too many black content creators have stunted their very probable blow up, because they used vulgar language or video titles/ channel NAMES. Good luck. 👍🏾
I’ve been trying to reach out to you on Instagram
We talked and You liked my filming style
Don’t know why I’m blocked i think its a mistake !!