LC: M AW15 round-up: day 2

With a fairly quiet Day 1 behind us, the second day of London Collections: Men ramped things up a gear. A number of menswear’s finest brands showcased their wares on what was an incredible day for all. Here are some of our highlights.

HARDY AMIES

Hardy Amies never fail to impress, yet their AW15 catwalk show really took things to another level. Undoubtedly the highlight of London Collections: Men so far, the backdrop of The Vinyl Factory made for a fitting venue for what is arguably the coolest Savile Row brand today. Being that they are among the Savile Row elite, Hardy Amies’ tailoring was on point. The cut of the suits were sublime, as were small yet significant details such as micro-check patterns and silk scarfs placed under shimmering dinner suits. We can’t forget the mountain-ready parkas, which added a rugged, functional edge to a truly memorable show.

LOU DALTON

Lou Dalton’s show was sign that fuller cuts are going to dominate in the near future. Clothes have been worn slim for quite some time now, but there’s something quite appealing about the way a looser cut drapes around the body, as was demonstrated here. Another interesting technique used was the layering of coats, which gives an extra element of texture and character to an ensemble. Expect to see more of this in the future.

COACH

Coach are renowned for their leather goods, yet having recently forayed into menswear, we couldn’t wait to check them out. Exceptional leather jackets were paired with their trademark bags and recently launched shoe collection, which easily rivals many players that have been in the game for decades.

JOHN LOBB

What more can we say about John Lobb? Each and every season they blow us away with the unrivalled quality of their shoes. The deep patina on the oxblood boots (above) was staggeringly beautiful as was the rather underused blue on the perfectly proportioned monk straps. They also unveiled their first trainers, finished in leather and suede – perfect for the gentleman on the move.