Abercrombie & Fitch rekindle their roots in their new spring and summer men’s line.
[slideshow]When Abercrombie & Fitch first launched in New York in 1892 it was known for selling elite sporting goods, they sold everything from guns and fishing rods, to safari and explorer outfits. Now under the creative direction of Aaron Levine, the brand is releasing a spring and summer collection inspired by its 124-year history. Various artists and photographers split time between New York and Africa to capture the juxtaposition between city and safari that can be seen in the collection throughout the season.
The collection will introduce new fabrics and silhouettes, such as linen and suede. As well as debut new techniques with styles including destroyed necklines with hand repair, garment-dye and garment-wash fabrics. The color schemes of the fabrics will include camel, indigo, faded green and oxblood hues.
The outerwear includes a lightweight nylon trench, a bonded waxed Mac with removable hood, an M65, and a cinnamon suede bomber made in partnership with Golden Bear in San Francisco. The collection also features cashmere sweatshirts, cable knit fisherman sweaters and knitted cardigans, while T-shirts are faded and worn.
The denim has been remodeled to offer a slimmer fit and comes in white, bleached, and frayed finishes with the branding removed from the pockets. Bottoms see the return of the refined Paratroop and cargo silhouettes in camouflage, dark green, and black.
Swimwear features all over prints of giraffes, flowers or pineapples in a mid-thigh, elasticated waist style. There is also a vintage board-short shape in a variety of muted contrasting tones.
