Once upon a time, John Galliano was as much a spectacle on the catwalks as his theatrical creations. Things have changed since he joined Maison Martin Margiela in 2015, but his genius at creating garments continues to provoke introspection, discussion and a second or even third look. But like all things in fashion, it is through unexpected and out-of-the-box propositions that style history is born. Some thought it was sheer brilliance (pun intended) while others wondered about the underlying message behind this season’s collection. An email from Maison Martin Margiela this morning explained: Infused with references to communication to the online age, motifs appear through layering of fabrics while volumes and shades cast the house’s iconic codes through a digital filter.

Source: Forbes January 28, 2017 04:31 UTC