RUNWAY: Thom Browne SS14
American designer
Thom Browne is infamous for his off-kilter collections. Going into one of his shows is like opening Pandora's Box, one never knows what will emerge. For Spring/Summer 2014 it was all about gender bending marching bands players. Subversive takes on toy soldier uniforms, marching band hats and uniforms and some nautical references rounded out the out-there collection. There were also a large number of structured frock coats that might harken back to the Thom Browne dress and coat
Michelle Obama wore during her husband's inauguration back in January 2013. There were very interesting pieces but one starts to question "Who is the Thom Browne man?" From punk-y football players to androgynous band geeks, how many eccentric personalities can one person have?