Ozwald Boetang SS 2013 Mens Collection for NY Fashion Week
When a man needs a well- tailored suit without going to an actual tailor, most often they seek Armani, Calvin Klein, Zegna or maybe oven Ralph Lauren Purple Label but there comes a time and place when one must seek exclusivity which is why there is no surprise why Hollywood A-listers such as Will Smith and Jamie Fox check for Ozwald Boeteng. The Ghanain designer is one of few to have made his mark in fashion and sits right on Saville Row in London amongst fashion’s elite. Boeteng is no newbie to the fashion industry, Infact, LVMH President Bernard Arnault appointed Boateng Creative Director of Menswear at French Fashion house Givenchy where he presented his first collection in Paris back in 2004 at Hotel de Ville. He then went on to design fist class kits for Virgin Airways and design costumes for major motion pictures including Hannibal, Sex in the City, Miami Vice and Rush Hour 3, to name a few. His Spring 2013 menswear collection made its debut in the United States as part of true Arise Magazine fashion collective. The best was saved for last indeed with a spectacular introduction, a behind the scenes look at House of Beoteng. The collection consisted of well-constructed suits and safari inspired pieces well done with Kente cloth and pastel linen. Bold statement colors including emerald green, blues, summery yellows and red were also used on classic looks finished off with Ankara bib details and Ankara blazers.
