"The Di Morabito Spring/Summer 2015 Men’s collection employs a monochrome colour scheme that recalls the aesthetic elegance of black and white marble and historical iconography from Roman antiquity medals, Roman emperors and classical architecture."
Ton Heukels stars in the the label's latest catalog that is captured by photographer Danbo Choi's lens. The top model poses in the label's modern streetwear staples that are an understated and elegant take on Roman historical motifs.
Styling for this advertorial is courtesy of Beatrice Papa who dresses the model in the label's relief print sweaters, statement tees and oversized shorts. The garments boast lion head imagery, architectural column graphics and ornate motifs that are synonymous with Rome and its rich history. Moreover, the collection also features matching varsity jacket and shorts ensembles that are adorned with antique coin prints.
Haute Historical Streetwear
The Di Morabito Spring/Summer 2015 Catalog References Roman Times
Trend Themes
1. Historical Motif Streetwear - Designing modern streetwear staples that incorporate historical motifs and iconography to offer a unique and upscale twist.
2. Monochrome Aesthetic Elegance - Developing clothing lines that employ monochrome color schemes to create aesthetically elegant and eye-catching apparel that draws inspiration from historical antiquity.
3. Relief Print Clothing - Creating statement clothing pieces with relief print such as sweaters, tees, and shorts to offer an elegant and visually appealing streetwear option for consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - Creating clothing lines that utilize historical motifs to create visually appealing and unique streetwear options for today's savvy consumers.
2. Graphic Design Industry - Designing intricate and detailed relief prints and graphics that can be printed onto clothing items to create elevated and visually appealing streetwear garments.
3. Photography Industry - Offering professional photography services to fashion brands looking to showcase their modern, historically-inspired streetwear lines in an elegant and compelling way.