This season's collection draws inspiration from designer Khalid Al Qasimi’s background in the Middle East, probing into the rural wilderness of a cross-cultural desert trek through time. The collection calls to an era past, returning to the beautiful tradition and mystical essence of the nomadic heritage from the ancient Middle East. It exudes the signature tailoring of which Qasimi is famed for. Minimal lapels, sleeveless suiting, oversized shirting and unlined linen jackets are mixed with a rugged twist of oversized hooded tops all of which are underlined with a hint of the military. Everything with zips aplenty. Leather makes an appearance in the form of sleeveless jackets, waistcoats are accentuated with sailor hoods whilst a leather and jersey all-in-one adds an intriguing twist. Impressive flowing trenches top the collection off, in fine delicate cotton and transparent technical fabrics. Unveiling the use of geometrical prints for the first time, Qasimi juxtaposes this with jersey and light woven knits to transport the collection to a new dimension. Hues of black are muted by soft earth browns and pale grays, giving this military sophistication of softer edge.
