Wales Bonner's SS23 "Horizon Blues" Campaign Captures the Emotions of Elegance

Spotlighting the British designer’s Pitti Immagine Uomo 102 runway collection from Summer 2022.

Fashion 
1.2K

Wales Bonner was Pitti Immagine Uomo 102‘s Guest Designer, and last summer’s showcase saw the British fashion designer hone her skills within the beauty of Florence’s Renaissance palace, the Palazzo Medici Riccardi. Now, the label showcases its SS23 campaign, shot by Malick Bodian in Milan.

Dubbed “Horizon Blues,” the collection captures the African diaspora and European heritage and how the two can meet, just as the show did. The presentation celebrated Black excellence with hand-stitched jute sacks designed by the Ghanian artist Ibrahim Mahama acting as a commentary on the history of migration, commodity and globalization, while a song by Pa Salieu set the tone for something that bridged influences of African and European cultures, sonically exploring the stories that were also told in the clothing.

Here, the looks are highlighted in an equally poignant way. A multicultural cast of models come together across nine images depicting pleasant days spent in the Milanese sunshine, their faces and eyes glaring down the lens in some cases and, at other times, the camera capturing their minds wandering.

A studded tuxedo jacket-esque cropped jacket appears in royal blue suede, sporting dressed-up snap closure on the softly-rounded lapelled collar and belt-like hem. The “Ascend” varsity jacket combines American collegiate references with traditional garment-making techniques, as the arms are covered in delicate holes evoking patterns from the designer’s heritage influences, and likewise, tie-dyed jeans are covered in a print also informed by traditions.

From light tailoring like the “Long River Shirt” that’s elongated and sports exaggerated tux-panel lapels to even T-shirts that feel embedded in culture with their tight-fitting shape and ringer-style neckline, Wales Bonner SS23 is utterly beautiful and even more so in this campaign.

Take a look at the Wales Bonner campaign above, and find a selection of SS23 garments online now.

In other news, Adam Jones’ latest lookbook combines four collections into one large-scale body of work.

Read Full Article

What to Read Next

Wales Bonner x adidas Originals SS24 Celebrates the Legacy of East African Runners
Fashion

Wales Bonner x adidas Originals SS24 Celebrates the Legacy of East African Runners

“The Rift Valley Runners” is a colorful reimagination of classic sportswear staples.

Wales Bonner SS25 Is a Soulful Tribute to the Artistry of Black British Textiles
Fashion

Wales Bonner SS25 Is a Soulful Tribute to the Artistry of Black British Textiles

Wales Bonner SS25 Paris Fashion Week Collection

Take a Look at the Wales Bonner x adidas SS24 Collection
Fashion

Take a Look at the Wales Bonner x adidas SS24 Collection

Out on May 20.


Take a First Look at the Wales Bonner x adidas Samba Millennium
Footwear

Take a First Look at the Wales Bonner x adidas Samba Millennium

The English designer offered her take on the classic sneaker, along with two pairs of the SL72.

Sneaker District and Hi-Tec Connect for New HTS74 Shadow RGS
Footwear 

Sneaker District and Hi-Tec Connect for New HTS74 Shadow RGS

Presenting “Pink/Brown” and “Orange/Green” colorways.

Stella McCartney Reports Losses of £32.7 Million
Fashion 

Stella McCartney Reports Losses of £32.7 Million

Equalling at approximately $40m USD.

Adam Jones' Latest Lookbook Combines Four Collections Into One Body of Work
Fashion 

Adam Jones' Latest Lookbook Combines Four Collections Into One Body of Work

“This shoot proves each collection can intertwine seamlessly.”

Prince Harry's Memoir 'Spare' Becomes Fastest-Selling Non-Fiction Book of All Time
Entertainment 

Prince Harry's Memoir 'Spare' Becomes Fastest-Selling Non-Fiction Book of All Time

Selling over 400,000 copies since its release on January 10, 2023.

UPDATE: Greece Rejects the British Museum’s Loan Offer for the Parthenon Marbles
Art 

UPDATE: Greece Rejects the British Museum’s Loan Offer for the Parthenon Marbles

Following a recent report made by the institution stating that the two sides had made “constructive” talks.


Arsenal FC Set to Present New Artwork on the Emirates Stadium
Art 

Arsenal FC Set to Present New Artwork on the Emirates Stadium

Working in collaboration with Reuben Dangoor, Jeremy Deller, and David Rudnick.

Chelsea FC Has Signed Joao Felix From Atletico Madrid
Sports 

Chelsea FC Has Signed Joao Felix From Atletico Madrid

The Portugal international will play at Stamford Bridge until the end of the current Premier League season.

Enigmatic British Producer Jai Paul to Make Live Debut at Coachella 2023
Music 

Enigmatic British Producer Jai Paul to Make Live Debut at Coachella 2023

Taking to the stage on April 16 and April 23.

Undercover and Dr. Martens Take a Trip to the Cinema in New 1461 Collaboration
Footwear 

Undercover and Dr. Martens Take a Trip to the Cinema in New 1461 Collaboration

Featuring Undercover’s checkered pattern and embossed slogan “WE MAKE NOISE NOT CLOTHES.”

The U.K.’s Fashion Moments to Watch Out For in 2023
Fashion 

The U.K.’s Fashion Moments to Watch Out For in 2023

From Martine Rose at Pitti Uomo to Daniel Lee’s Burberry debut, here’s what you can expect to go down this year.

More ▾