Derek Lam has put together on hell of a collection that is entirely reflective of Americana, midwest folk mixed with constructivist modernism and is so beautiful that it has convinced me to embrace the "jean on jean" phenomenon (or as Super Trooper fans like to recall, the "Canadian Tuxedo").
This collection is both modern and minimalist, but is surprisingly retro, but not in the same way as other collections this spring. It really marries the 70's aesthetic and modernism extremely well and actually comes across and soft, feminine and folky. Like a 70's folk ballad, it is floaty at the surface but has a deeper, more pensive intent.
Jean on Jean
Now, jean-on-jean. Hipsters everywhere have been taking jean on jean to a new level but I think it is a look that can fail miserably. Take care when picking the washes when putting them together and beware of trying to match washes. Try going really light in the wash up top and dark on bottom and vice versa. The idea is to look effortless, a bit tough and feminine at the same time. Opt for loose, cropped shapes on top and tight jeans.
