Raf Simons' harness blazers provide a lesson in structured tailoring. While designers have taken in fabric at the waist and chest area to add definition to the body, Simons has shown off shape with a saddle-like design.
The Belgian fashion icon and creative director at Dior has altered the menswear and womenswear experience. Although an industrial design student, his apprenticeship with Martin Margiela and Jean-Paul Gaultier exposed him to the ways of couture.
Luxirare's founder suggests using the harness as an accessory piece. She hangs it over a graphic print tank top in place of solid black or white shirts, adding further dimension to the straps. The look is at the same time toned down with Adidas track pants.
Quirky Harness Jackets
The Raf Simons Blazers Are Structures
Trend Themes
1. Structured Tailoring - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways of creating structured garments that go beyond traditional tailoring techniques.
2. Harness Accessories - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design innovative harness accessories that can be used as statement pieces and add dimension to outfits.
3. Menswear and Womenswear Fusion - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop fashion designs that blur the lines between traditional menswear and womenswear, creating unique and gender-inclusive styles.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new and unconventional designs that challenge traditional notions of fashion.
2. Accessories - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate accessories by incorporating unexpected elements, such as harnesses, to create bold and eye-catching designs.
3. Apparel Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Rethink traditional manufacturing methods to accommodate the creation of structurally innovative garments and accessories.