RUNWAY: Gant Rugger FW14

Gant's Creative Director Christopher Bastin, not to be confused with collaborator Michael Bastian, offered an updated take on the Americana aesthetic that Gant Rugger has been known for. The company was originally from Connecticut is now owned by a Swedish company and it seems the locale of the new HQ is a big reason why this collection felt more in line with the London, Milan and Paris collections rather than what we've seen thus far during NYFW. Floral patterns made an appearance on a pair of blue pants while fall foliage was printed onto a slim cut puffer jacket. Meanwhile, a varsity inspired hoodie that was with cropped pants felt fresh, youthful and only slightly rebellious, which is exactly Gant Rugger's niche.