Hedi Slimane has been the most talked-about designer over recent weeks, subsequent to the rampant rumors swirling that the designer is to leave his post as Celine creative director. Today, Slimane unveiled his Winter 2024 collection for Celine Menswear, his 22nd as the creative force behind the French fashion house. Titled “Symphonie Fantastique”, from the French composer Hector Berlioz’s 1830 symphony, Slimane transports us to the Mojave Desert located between Los Angeles and Las Vegas on Interstate 15 to present his latest lineup. Slimane’s army of models storm the deserted highway, donning the designer’s signature razor-sharp tailoring, each of the looks infused with a modish elegance and Americana spirit.
Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:
“Just reminds me of Pierpaolo Piccioli doing a full black show before leaving Valentino. Feels like a funeral procession. The clothes are really a non-event. Usually I can find one or two (or three) interesting pieces.” [GivenchyAddict]
“It’s like Hedi Slimane’s swan song. The funeral procession with all the black limousines. The road to nowhere in the middle of a desert. He’s been looking for freedom… go get it, Hedi!” [SimonePorteJackass]
“Setting the jukebox on fire… it’s a sign!” [NoInvite]
“It does look like a farewell…” [Lola701]
“A+, Palme d’Or, for cinematography and image, but I am fairly certain I have already 50% of that collection in my closets, from my Dior Homme era 20 years ago. I’m just hoping I can fit again…” [yslforever]
“Nice movie but where are the clothes?” [Ihhbl]
“Bye Hedi! Looking forward to seeing this exact same collection in approximately 1.5 years but with a different label!” [Frederic01]
Watch the Celine Menswear Winter 2024 collection and join the conversation, here.
