Canali Fall Winter 2016 Runway Show

FALL WINTER 2016 “There is so much of the world that we don’t actually perceive and I wanted to explore this concept for the new season. As in architecture, every detail, both inside and out, was carefully calculated to craft the perfect balance between practicality and style.” (Andrea Pompilio) For FW16, Canali presents a collection that is an exercise in equilibrium, one in which contrasts take center stage. Luxurious and studied elements come together for a seemingly minimalist look while shapes, materials and colors are combined in unique and purposeful ways. Silhouettes tend to follow the body’s natural contours while sleeves, pant legs, collars and lapels slim down for a contemporary take on traditional tailoring. Voluminous coats conceal an unexpectedly lightweight air, thanks to an extremely soft wool and alpaca blend whose longhaired finish adds a layer of unique texture to a menswear classic. Wool features prominently throughout the rest of the collection in the form of heavy gabardines for suits, jackets, pants, coats and sportswear while an extremely compact and ultra-smooth cotton velvet makes appearances in select coats, aviator jackets and a tuxedo robe. Pony hair is also a noteworthy new addition in various colors, mixed with leather to create textural contrasts. The palette takes on a shadowy and industrial air, dominated by blacks, blues and grays and illuminated by bursts of vibrant shades like orange and burgundy in shirt collars and ultra-slim sc