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A mathematical guide to the key inspirations and references in designers' collections by Laura Bradley, illustrated by Tom Baxter

  • Viktor & Rolf A/W11

    Fashion Equations | Viktor & Rolf A/W11 Womenswear

    As well as their cited influence of medieval symbolism, Viktor & Rolf's autumn/winter 2011 collection brought to mind some unexpected references: the uakari, an endangered red-bald-headed monkey and the traditional Japanese art of origami.

  • Mulberry A/W11

    Fashion Equations | Mulberry A/W11 Womenswear

    Mulberry's references are usually deep rooted in British culture and autumn/winter 2011 was no exception with creative director Emma Hill citing Fantastic Mr Fox and jockeys as her inspirations. The house is also known for its love of...

  • Prada A/W11

    Fashion Equations | Prada A/W11 Womenswear

    For autumn/winter 2011, Miuccia Prada's collection brought to mind the wardrobe of noted American aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart, gorillas and the swinging sixities.

  • Louis Vuitton A/W11

    Fashion Equations | Louis Vuitton A/W11 Womenswear

    Louis Vuitton's autumn/winter 2011 press release opened with a dictionary definition of the word 'fetish': an object believed to have magical power, or, something to which one is irrationally devoted. The collection referenced The Night...

  • Givenchy A/W11

    Fashion Equations | Givenchy A/W11 Womenswear

    AnOther's inaugural fashion equation focuses on Riccardo Tisci's inspiration and references in his Givenchy collection, including 1950s pin-up Betty Page, bomber jackets and sleek black panther.