Julian Klausner‘s debut runway collection for Dries Van Noten felt familiar – in a good way. It largely did feel like a Dries collection, maybe except for the tasseled jacket and evening dress near the show’s finale. The meaty, chunky knits, beautifully layered tailoring and omnipresent play with sumptuous textures made this line-up feel like an ode to the founder of the brand – and his very, very loyal clients who went through a spiritual crisis once the designer announced his departure. Klausner isn’t planning to erase the Dries Van Noten ethos, but prolong it. The broad-shouldered coat in transfixing cardinal purple or the stunning, fluid-like dress with a green velvet bow at the neck are the best proves for his great intentions.

ED’s SELECTION:

Dries Van Noten Paneled Metallic Crinkled-leather Sneakers

Dries Van Noten Checked Woven Maxi Dress

Dries Van Noten Double-breasted Snake-print Woven Blazer

Dries Van Noten Pleated Printed Matte-satin Midi Skirt

Dries Van Noten Gold-tone Multi-stone Cuff

Dries Van Noten Faux Shearling Shoulder Bag

Collage by Edward Kanarecki.
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