TOM FORD SPRING 2022 R-T-W

JOIN US AS WE REVIEW THE NEW TOM FORD 2022 SPRING COLLECTION

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Following several sophisticated collections TOM FORD, like others, appears to be attempting to ‘re-define the word’... to no avail. How about hiring some new designers to spark creativity? Not spontaneously recycling three-quarter pants after sprouting ludicrous ideas on the cutting room floor. During the show, the glitzy clothing stumbling down the catwalk distracted us from the reality of what we were watching. It was sadistically humorous to draw parallels from Ford's past and current works. Ford is known for the part he played in redefining Gucci and saving a bankrupt and deeply unfashionable brand. But here we are 26 years later, watching the worst of the 80’s and 2000’s displayed before our very eyes. It begs the question: Is TOM FORD becoming as irrelevant as the brand he saved so many years ago?

Did you look in Gigi Hadid’s eyes? Absolute embarrassment.

Decadent fabrics were the main feature this year, followed by silhouettes that showcased shoulder pads and harem pants - at best we could scrape a few statements pieces out of this show. Somewhere in the middle, a collection of pieces demonstrated Ford's signature tailoring. However, barely a handful of jackets displayed incredible embroidery and luxurious over-sized silhouettes. The next saving grace came in the form of accessories; chunky gold necklaces and bracelets accompanied retro sunglasses and hair clips. None of this could distract from the poor use of leather and blinding amount of gold. Even that gold maxi skirt (which looked good from a distance) screamed John Galliano and his work with Christian Dior, and that isn’t a compliment. Very little of the men's collection stuck out as “Ready-to-Wear”, apart from that iridescent men's suit which showcased a fabulous fabric in a terrible way.

"At what point will fashion houses realise they need to find new designers to keep their brands relevant?"

It is hard to predict what we can hope for next with Tom Ford or if hoping is even an option any more. After such a sophisticated and “city-esque” Fall collection, this Spring Ready-to-Wear runway sticks out like a sore thumb. It was a “Who’s Who” of trends that should never come back. With global pressures forcing brands to be more sustainable, this collection remained exclusively for 6 foot Glamazons and, as we are aware, that does not reflect the reality of our societies today. We must not let the anticipation of finally attending live shows cloud our judgement. Moving forward, I believe Mr. Ford should reflect on these sage words as he refines his next collection: If Dorit Kemsley would wear it, then do NOT make it.

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