I know this comment is a joke, but dont procrastinate, I started procrastinating two years ago because I had no goal in my life and now its slowly fucking up my life because its very hard to stop procrastinating. And with procrastination comes a lot of self hate and regret so yeah, dont do it.
I like the mindset you have about your own career as a journalist. When you touched on journalists just making sweeping statements without backing them up. I feel like media does this ALL the time, not only in fashion and people are becoming less critical and more cynical. But anyway, I appreciate your viewpoint at the end stating how your appreciation for the designer will not prevent you from being critical. Very important!
For me, Clare Waight Keller was the perfect fit for what Givenchy was. The Givenchy that set the definition for what haute couture is, and a Givenchy that catered to the true luxury consumer. MMW is the perfect fit for what Givenchy wants to be - a billion dollar brand that caters to what the mass market wants or responds to.
As a designer, Claire from a creativity and skill standpoint is quite evidently better than MMW but at the end of the day all LVMH cares about is the bottom line which is money. We should no longer expect old brands to be super creative after the great minds that made those brands what they are have left / passed away - just look at Chanel for example, it’s been a mess since Karl. We have to look to new young brands for the creativity. This is why Martin Margiela & Ann Demeulemeester quit fashion when their brands started getting bigger. They know the inevitable loss in creativity when too much corporate structure is put into a brand.
@@FashionRoadmanexactly! The Givenchy of Audrey Hepburn and Jackie Onassis isn’t there anymore because it doesn’t fit with the global conglomerate set up. The numbers simply aren’t there. Look at IVH, Bouchra Jarrar, Olivier Theyskens. Their work would always remain niche (that is to say, confined to the couture consumer) no matter how sublime their output is. However, MMW is a great product designer and I think this is exactly what Givenchy needs to appeal to the mass market. The recognizable belt, the statement shoe, the padlocks - it’s really what’s perfect in reaching the mass luxury consumer through visually driven social media. I really do think LVMH made the right strategic choice in order to make Givenchy the next billion dollar brand in its stable!
i was able to meet MMW at an event before the pandemic happened. He was explaining the environmental aspects of his business so well. it really opened my eyes to what kind of ethos he has when it comes to ALYX and his nike collaborations. However, with his givenchy collection im not too keen on the storytelling which is strange since im such a fan of his singular projects and releases.
I got a bit caught up in the hate train when the collection first dropped, but I think it’s actually quite good. For a first collection it’s brimming full of ideas that I’d be happy to see explored further in the future, it all just needs some editing and refinement. Also, I think the trend among fashion fans is to move away from gratuitous edginess and are instead looking for clothes that are cool, but first and foremost beautiful. I hope Matthew realises this.
hands down one of my favourite collections this year. there were a few misses, but I'd personally wear almost anything from it. I'd say this was a really good debut collection from MW.
I defo feel like Matthew was trying way too hard for this collection and lost his personal sense of direction a bit. Really interested to see more of his Givenchy in the future
The collection was definitely all over the place. I know it’s on going to get better though as he has more time to study the archives and get a good sense of who the Givenchy customer has been historically and in the present day.
I'm about to get my hand on one of his Alyx Jacket(still searching), they're just so practical and fictional! He's far apart from just a streetwear designer in my opinion.
Regarding the blockchain technology for tracing the supply chain, there is one German company already doing that, it is called Retraced. Also I think the collection is a bit all over the place, I don't know what to focus in a way that is too many styles, and too many items. But the denim looks so cool! Wouldn't mind to have one pair myself. LOL....
I thought the collection was very chic, my friend actually brought up the theme of “Chic Demons” after looking at it with that theme it makes sense, especially for the three toe sandals. I enjoy the edge he’s injected back into Givenchy, I was missing that with Claire. For me overall he was one of the best of the season. Can’t wait to see him grow at Givenchy!
Hahaha there was no mention as to whether it was real croc or fake croc so I won’t shit on it yet haha 🤣. Would’ve expected the lucky journalists who were able to see the clothes in person to write about it.
Honestly I feel he could have just said fuck off to clothes and just did a shoe and bag story, the clothes being more minimal. I think he does very good accessories and that will take him far. Even utilizing hardware more in the clothes themselves would be alot more interesting. This round just looked like a zara catalog to me honestly. what I liked about Claire is how she can highlight details very well even if the clothes did not match the Givenchy customer.
The shoe designer at Givenchy is the same as Margiela. He is a freelance designer, you can find him on Instagram his tag is @hodelwood Good video, I’ m totaly agree with you! But Im still thinking that the all collection look like too much Alyx with a tribute to McQueen.. we dont see the Givenchy dna... wichi is very difficult I think cause I dont know what could be this recognizable Givenchy touch! Abloh’s LV is recognizable, Demna’s work too with Balenciaga, but Givenchy I dont see it clearly.. ! Kind of minimalistic sporty chic ??
Oh yes I’m definitely aware, just mentioned the people most people would know as a brief overview. A whole breakdown on been trill is enough for a separate video.
Pretty solid and dare I may say predictable debut from Matthew. Not too experimental with his fabric choices but the aesthetics showcased were pretty faithful to the Givenchy brand. P.S. the new intro slaps 👏
That has nothing to do with the actual clothing in the collection. The goal is to not make the videos overly long. I’ve touched on that in livestreams. If you look at my past show reviews I talk about the clothing and the references in the clothes as opposed to the marketing strategies employed in promoting the clothes unless it’s an entirely separate video.
@@FashionRoadman agreed it’s irrelevant to the actual collection itself, was just curious as I didn’t see any of your livestreams recently so I didn’t get to know your opinion on it 🙂
The tri toe heels are also a reference to McQueen’s work at Givenchy
Oh snap another video to procrastinate doing my assignments
I know this comment is a joke, but dont procrastinate, I started procrastinating two years ago because I had no goal in my life and now its slowly fucking up my life because its very hard to stop procrastinating. And with procrastination comes a lot of self hate and regret so yeah, dont do it.
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I like the mindset you have about your own career as a journalist. When you touched on journalists just making sweeping statements without backing them up. I feel like media does this ALL the time, not only in fashion and people are becoming less critical and more cynical. But anyway, I appreciate your viewpoint at the end stating how your appreciation for the designer will not prevent you from being critical. Very important!
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For me, Clare Waight Keller was the perfect fit for what Givenchy was. The Givenchy that set the definition for what haute couture is, and a Givenchy that catered to the true luxury consumer. MMW is the perfect fit for what Givenchy wants to be - a billion dollar brand that caters to what the mass market wants or responds to.
As a designer, Claire from a creativity and skill standpoint is quite evidently better than MMW but at the end of the day all LVMH cares about is the bottom line which is money. We should no longer expect old brands to be super creative after the great minds that made those brands what they are have left / passed away - just look at Chanel for example, it’s been a mess since Karl. We have to look to new young brands for the creativity. This is why Martin Margiela & Ann Demeulemeester quit fashion when their brands started getting bigger. They know the inevitable loss in creativity when too much corporate structure is put into a brand.
@@FashionRoadmanexactly! The Givenchy of Audrey Hepburn and Jackie Onassis isn’t there anymore because it doesn’t fit with the global conglomerate set up. The numbers simply aren’t there. Look at IVH, Bouchra Jarrar, Olivier Theyskens. Their work would always remain niche (that is to say, confined to the couture consumer) no matter how sublime their output is. However, MMW is a great product designer and I think this is exactly what Givenchy needs to appeal to the mass market. The recognizable belt, the statement shoe, the padlocks - it’s really what’s perfect in reaching the mass luxury consumer through visually driven social media. I really do think LVMH made the right strategic choice in order to make Givenchy the next billion dollar brand in its stable!
@@FashionRoadman Very true. However you have cases like Comme De Garçon that has mastered the art between creativity and business.
@@meezanlmt that’s more of an exception to the rule that isn’t a good representation of what happens generally. However it’s still a very valid point.
@@FashionRoadman very true. With the likes of Rick Owens and few others there seems to be a formular for such a business.
i was able to meet MMW at an event before the pandemic happened. He was explaining the environmental aspects of his business so well. it really opened my eyes to what kind of ethos he has when it comes to ALYX and his nike collaborations. However, with his givenchy collection im not too keen on the storytelling which is strange since im such a fan of his singular projects and releases.
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I got a bit caught up in the hate train when the collection first dropped, but I think it’s actually quite good. For a first collection it’s brimming full of ideas that I’d be happy to see explored further in the future, it all just needs some editing and refinement. Also, I think the trend among fashion fans is to move away from gratuitous edginess and are instead looking for clothes that are cool, but first and foremost beautiful. I hope Matthew realises this.
hands down one of my favourite collections this year. there were a few misses, but I'd personally wear almost anything from it. I'd say this was a really good debut collection from MW.
I dig the new intro. nice touch wit the pearls
I defo feel like Matthew was trying way too hard for this collection and lost his personal sense of direction a bit. Really interested to see more of his Givenchy in the future
The collection was definitely all over the place. I know it’s on going to get better though as he has more time to study the archives and get a good sense of who the Givenchy customer has been historically and in the present day.
Been waiting for this one!
I'm about to get my hand on one of his Alyx Jacket(still searching), they're just so practical and fictional! He's far apart from just a streetwear designer in my opinion.
so excited for this one!
i love your channel
I'm glad he is promoting his tote bag in an efficient way👏👏👏
that's the first thing I noticed! yay the tote bag!!
I haven’t seen all the collection yet, but I really liked the fit on the shoulders of many of the clothing pieces I have seen!
I’m just gonna keep saying Samuel Ross for Helmut Lang. What do you guys think about that thought?
This is interesting, never thought of this. SRD will definitely breathe life into the brand that’s for sure.
i could see that
Regarding the blockchain technology for tracing the supply chain, there is one German company already doing that, it is called Retraced. Also I think the collection is a bit all over the place, I don't know what to focus in a way that is too many styles, and too many items. But the denim looks so cool! Wouldn't mind to have one pair myself. LOL....
I thought the collection was very chic, my friend actually brought up the theme of “Chic Demons” after looking at it with that theme it makes sense, especially for the three toe sandals. I enjoy the edge he’s injected back into Givenchy, I was missing that with Claire. For me overall he was one of the best of the season. Can’t wait to see him grow at Givenchy!
Facts, checkout our channel we just made a video on Matthew at Givenchy
Where is your necklace from? It’s really nice
Btw great video as always
Really insightful video man! Enjoyed listening to this and hearing your takes!
Matthew: ✨sustainability✨
Also Matthew: but can we add more croc tho 🥺👉🏻👈🏻
Hahaha there was no mention as to whether it was real croc or fake croc so I won’t shit on it yet haha 🤣. Would’ve expected the lucky journalists who were able to see the clothes in person to write about it.
Another amazing video
did you hear about Jebidiyah Ryder, who has been doing the hats for at least 1 year before the Givenchy collection?
Sick video, great info
Honestly I feel he could have just said fuck off to clothes and just did a shoe and bag story, the clothes being more minimal. I think he does very good accessories and that will take him far. Even utilizing hardware more in the clothes themselves would be alot more interesting. This round just looked like a zara catalog to me honestly. what I liked about Claire is how she can highlight details very well even if the clothes did not match the Givenchy customer.
Still sad about Clare Waight Keller's departure from Givenchy
Great one! Love the intro as welll~~
The shoe designer at Givenchy is the same as Margiela. He is a freelance designer, you can find him on Instagram his tag is @hodelwood
Good video, I’ m totaly agree with you! But Im still thinking that the all collection look like too much Alyx with a tribute to McQueen.. we dont see the Givenchy dna... wichi is very difficult I think cause I dont know what could be this recognizable Givenchy touch! Abloh’s LV is recognizable, Demna’s work too with Balenciaga, but Givenchy I dont see it clearly.. ! Kind of minimalistic sporty chic ??
Hey, good video but i can hear a lot of Reverb so maybe use some sound dampening foam :)
Like the team-up with Lancey Foux and Carti for the editorials ⛓
That biker shorts fit almost gave me Paris Hilton vibes if she was dressed by Matthew
It was smart of him to keep the range in this one pretty limited. He stuck with his tailoring because it’s what he does best, smart man 👌🏾
where did u get those pearls? 😁
Been trill had other members too. Justin Saunders of jjjjound for example. Thought u might want to know
Oh yes I’m definitely aware, just mentioned the people most people would know as a brief overview. A whole breakdown on been trill is enough for a separate video.
Ill put money on your bet for the padlock belts and accessories
Great video 🙌🏻
Pretty solid and dare I may say predictable debut from Matthew. Not too experimental with his fabric choices but the aesthetics showcased were pretty faithful to the Givenchy brand.
P.S. the new intro slaps 👏
OMG! Is that a PEARL necklace? Man, you're the coolest!!!
anyone know the name of the alyx loafers?
yes new intro
love those beads bro
what are your thoughts on the recent alyx x nike air force release ?
No bucket hat available? I am destroyed...a tote bag is quite handy, I must say.
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@@FashionRoadman I will buy it and wear it and IG it and hashtag that puppy!
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Please invest on a better mic, really loved the content but I wanted to hear this while painting. Love from Chicago!
i thrifted some Givenchy they look high quality but i wanna know if there real so grail them lol
Can you maybe do a video with iamfash 🥺👉👈
the tri toe also references somewhat of a cheep toe does it not ?
For McQueen’s work at Givenchy, yes - for MMW, no.
@@FashionRoadman yeah exactly it looks like a goats toes that is referencing McQueen with his use of the horns
McQueen also had tri toe heels in past work so it was more McQueen referencing by MMW
@@FashionRoadman ow ok thanks ayo❤️
@@anthonyabdo8487 yeah, there are loads of details I leave out the video so it doesn’t drag on for too long
I wrote what I think on Twitter
Given-she. I found this hilarous
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Interesante
Why didn’t you touch upon what Mathew done in terms of him getting tons of influencers to essentially promote the brand ?
That has nothing to do with the actual clothing in the collection. The goal is to not make the videos overly long. I’ve touched on that in livestreams. If you look at my past show reviews I talk about the clothing and the references in the clothes as opposed to the marketing strategies employed in promoting the clothes unless it’s an entirely separate video.
@@FashionRoadman agreed it’s irrelevant to the actual collection itself, was just curious as I didn’t see any of your livestreams recently so I didn’t get to know your opinion on it 🙂
Whats your ig?
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This collection was not couture. Just clothes. Sad.
Abloh's clothes are crap. I'm tired of the freaking athleissure trend.