— September 30, 2010 —
In Menswear Confidential, top designers share the visual references and making-of stories behind their latest collections
Damir Doma sketchbook Damir Doma: “The collection was all about finding the new spirituality. Orange/yellow have a similar meaning as white in our culture. The whole collection was built around the waist, which is the core of each construction this season. I wanted to create a really feminine silhouette. A strong woman!”
The rich orange hues from the robes of Buddhist monks have provided Damir Doma with inspiration for S/S11. Monks traditionally try to achieve a spiritually enriching life through simple means; they shave their heads to signify the renunciation of worldly things and wear a simplified “uniform” showing their lack of need for complex ideologies and possessions in society. The colour is of extreme importance – it reflects the colour of the sun, radiating happiness and optimism, components found in Damir Doma’s new collection.
Text by Hollie Lacayo
Hollie Lacayo is assistant to AnOther fashion director, Cathy Edwards
