When Did We Forget About Black Minimalism II

1. Jil Sander Fall/Winter 2007
2. Daniel Turner Untitled 5150

Besides its soothing quality, black material appeals due to its manifold fetishistic dimensions. Black leather, black vinyl. The artist, the teacher and the architect. Altogether chased by their sexual instinct and intentions. Myself included.
/HORST

The Burberry Prada Scandal

Burberry Prorsum Fall/Winter 2011 vs. Prada Fall/Winter 2006 & 2007

Yes, I did like the coat-obsessed Burberry collection. And I thank Christopher Bailey for listening to Horst and incorporating plastic raincoats in the finale. But why does no one criticise the blatant reference to Prada Fall/Winter 2006 and 2007?
/HORST

See also The Farhi Sander Scandal

Sex In The Woods

1. Dries van Noten Fall/Winter 2007 & Comme des Garçons Fall/Winter 2010
2. Raf Simons Fall/Winter 2002 & Rag & Bone Fall/Winter 2010

I am still turned on by the idea of creating a forest worker. To make it easier attaining this look I have compiled a few hard-on looks from my vast fashion archive. Work it!
/HORST

Sans Substitute

Fendi Fall/Winter 2007 & Spring/Summer 2007

There has been one year in the history of Fendi that demands closer inspection. 2007 offered impeccable cut and attention to material. As a result I am truly melancholic regarding the fact that the menswear line as such doesn't exist anymore. Maybe I have to comfort myself with a logo bag.
/HORST

Thermal Conditioning

Dior Homme Fall/Winter 2007

I quite adore the layering of this collection. Heavy knit cuffs, waistcoats, loose tapered trousers, overlong sleeves. This is how I like to dress. This is who I want to be.
/HORST

Image credits Catwalking

Archive File

Raf Simons Fall/Winter 2007 and Spring/Summer 2008

The collection of Raf Simons pieces in the house of Horst slowly but continuously grows. This time I delight myself with rare pieces from Fall/Winter 2007 and Spring/Summer 2008. A black 3D structured space uniform knit and a light grey linen dress shirt.
/HORST

Image credits GQ.com, Catwalking

2007

Prada Fall/Winter 2007

Developing undeniable strength and inevitable impact during the second half of the decade, Prada re-invents fashion's relevance and becomes cultural heritage. An iconic pioneer of its time.
/HORST

Image credits Catwalking

Space Suit

Dolce & Gabbana Fall/Winter 2007

Another Dolce & Gabbana moment, je regrette. But I think I have to act out my fascination for the embodiment of Italian tackiness. Keep a stiff upper lip until it's over.
/HORST

Image credits Catwalking

Bestiality

John Galliano Fall/Winter 2007

The best Galliano menswear show ever. Post-apocalyptic monsters constituted of dirt, oil and cables. Creatures of raw sexuality. Evoking mud fight fantasies.
/HORST

Image credits Catwalking

Furious

Prada Fall/Winter 2007

How amazing was this collection. I am still holding my breath. Massive fur attraction. So wonderful and soft as cotton candy and chest hair. Excuse my weird connotations. But this is the eptiome of a winter collection.
/HORST

Image credits Catwalking

Integral

Sinha-Stanic Spring/Summer 2007


Sinha-Stanic Fall/Winter 2007


Sinha-Stanic Spring/Summer 2008


Sinha-Stanic Fall/Winter 2008

It's just very very good. A bit Jil Sander architecture, a bit Balenciaga futurism. Strong, severe shapes mixed with glittering, reflective details. Skillfully combining the strengths of contemporary womenswear design. Very sophisticated, chic and kitschy at the same time.
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