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That internationalism was felt this year
through the fashion collections displayed.
Nigerian-born designer Taofeek Abijako dressed male models in
boxy fits and bright colors, saying he drew on the colonial
history of his country for inspiration.
"I took inspiration from African contemporary photographers like
Malick Sidibé, Seydou Keita ... and how they reacted to Western
influence," he said.
Although just in its fifth year, New York Fashion Week: Men's is
fast becoming an important stop on the fashion circuit.
"I love that New York Fashion Week: Men's is really gaining
momentum," said American designer David Hart, who showcased
light summerwear that invoked a feel of Cuba, which has recently
restored ties with the United States and seen a rise in tourism.
"I feel like there is a new energy, and big excitement, and it
really is a platform for the menswear designers here in New York
City," he said.
The event mostly dropped the traditional catwalk associated with
large fashion shows and designers instead had models stand in
large spaces to showcase the clothes.
Later in the week, the show will feature collection debuts by
Raf Simons and Boss, while Robert Geller launches a contemporary
line called "Gustav von Aschenbach" and Barbara Sanchez-Kane of
Sanchez-Kane shows for the first time in New York.
"New York Fashion Week: Men's" will run till Thursday.
(Reporting by Reuters Television; Writing by Kanupriya Kapoor;
Editing by Paul Tait)
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