One of the major highlights of Berlin Fashion Week was the show of William Fan, who has been one a favorite among Berlin designers since his debut. In the Hamburger Bahnhof, a museum for contemporary art, he presented his new collection for fall, which he called Host. The ceremony of inviting people over was mainly visualized by a long dining table, which was indeed a perfect setting to celebrate the spirit of coming together in a private atmosphere. At the end of the show, all the models sat down; they chatted with each other and behaved like a very close circle of friends, unimpressed by the show guests, who took a closer look at the clothes they were wearing after Fan’s bow.
Layering was an important constant in his collection, as were rich fabrics (like brocade or faux fur) combined with playful fringe and beads sewn into hems. The nearly genderless silhouettes underscored Fan’s knack for balancing work-wear and evening-wear without overloading any looks. Leather belts accentuated waists over short sweaters, colorful sweater vests, and shimmering jackets, while other outfits showcased fine fabrics in full movement.
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