Loewe’s Latest Collection Brings Forth Florals for Winter
Inspired by American Painter Albert York, Jonathan Anderson presents a collection rooted in florals and vibrant colors.
Something we don’t see too often in fall/winter collections are florals, and in terms of color palettes, designers usually opt for neutrals with a tinge of color nestled somewhere between the series of brown and tawny garments. Yet time and time again, Jonathan Anderson has proven to be an outlier in the fashion sphere, as this collection, inspired by the American Painter Albert York, was filled with lively hues. Loewe’s very first look for the Fall/Winter 2024 collection was a mock neck floral maxi dress. With its vibrant and spirited design, the opening look set the tone for the illustrious looks that were to ensue.
The opener was followed by similarly shaped dresses with a cutout in the middle, synched together by a large belt. Yet instead of the floral pattern, these dresses came in impressive shades of royal and turquoise blue, further adding to the rich color palette of the collection. The ensembles that followed were noticeably whimsical, marrying silhouettes from the 18th and 19th centuries with today's contemporary aesthetics. The long overcoats and pantaloon-style bottoms, paired with interesting abstract fluffy tops and today's trousers, make for looks that put a fun twist on otherwise antiquated cuts and shapes. York's paradisial garden-like aesthetic is explicitly annotated with the dress that has a dog printed on the front. York, in addition to painting still life, painted portraits of animals situated in rural settings. The look depicting the bird perched atop a tree and the vegetable-print dresses are also proof of York's influences.
York was known for painting quiet moments free from the rowdiness of society, with his landscapes remaining his claim to fame. With that in mind, it's no wonder Anderson took a page from York's book with this collection, as both of these creators see the extraordinary in the ordinary.