Many guests and onlookers are betting on Berlin Fashion Week, and it's no wonder. Ahead of the 'Big Four' international events in New York, London, Milan and Paris, Berlin was a bustling haven for up-and-coming talent to truly shine. The four-day event, held from February 5th to 8th, featured a number of shows and events across the German capital. With the help of famous sponsors such as Don Julio and Uber, One message became clear. Berlin Fashion Week is definitely a fast-growing fashion venue. Finally, it is ready to bloom.
The Fall/Winter 2024 presentation was filled with fresh talent hungry to make their mark On the fashion week calendar. The city is home to Namilia, a label known for its wildly risqué designs, alongside William Huang, Richard Bale and Shayne Oliver's Anonymous (and not to mention the first drop of Kylie Jenner's Kai brand). We regularly host more established brands such as Brains. club. But it was also vibrant with many young creators paving the way for inclusivity and sustainability. Thanks to the support system available to the German Fashion Council, everyone was given a platform, and this season they supported a total of 18 designers (14 local and 4 from Ukraine). . V From veteran mainstays to newer brands, we've rounded up the best highlights from the Berlin Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2024 shows below.
william fan
William Huang is known for fusing European elements with Chinese roots, and his Fall/Winter 2024 line was no exception. Fan's ready-to-wear presentation was held at Berlin's Olympic Stadium and the collection was titled “Off Duty”, highlighting the concept of a suitcase-friendly wardrobe. The Berlin-based creator has reimagined the possibilities of leisurewear through easy-to-wear silhouettes for those who are always on the go. Faded neutrals, oversized silhouettes, and intentional layering were prevalent throughout as an effortlessly stylish solution, even for those who just want to go to the grocery store.
Marche
Mario Keine may be launching his own label Marke in 2021, but it's already one to watch. Keine's Fall/Winter 2024 collection “Allezeit bei mir” or “Always with me” is the final development of his three-part story of the previous season. Keine utilizes his latest line as a visual scrapbook inspired by his own quiet recollections of memories. Items sourced exclusively from deadstock fabrics have been transformed into a capsule of unisex workwear confections, including signature sophisticated outerwear and, for the first time, his 1950s-inspired classic tailoring. Almost every look was completed with ruffled finishes, high-rise beanies, and studded flats.
SF1OG
SF1OG took audiences back to their 1990s school days. Helmed by designers Rosa Dahl and Jacob Langemeyer, the Berlin-based brand embraces the nostalgic, rule-breaking spirit of the rebellious teenager, or what we might call the “teenage she-dirtbag.” . The presentation took place in the city's Ernst Reuter Gymnasium, with guests seated in school chairs and given folded paper hats as show notes. The models held accessories such as backpacks, leather satchels, and old issues of German teen magazines, with a blackboard, an apple, and a school desk in the background. bravo. The collection itself embodies school kids getting into trouble, through deconstructed uniforms that include plaid skirts over pants, loose ties, baggy silhouettes, and, upon closer inspection, a collaboration with Eastpac. , playing with a slightly dystopian approach.
Richert Beil
Probably one of the biggest shows with the biggest crowds was Richert Beyle. In recognition of the label's 10th anniversary, designers Jair Richert and Michelle Bayle have turned their Fall/Winter 2024 collection 'Nakulas' or 'Heritage' into a time capsule that reimagines the decade's signature pieces and patterns. . There were also cheeky and humorous nods to traditional German fashion traditions and grandma-inspired styles. Models took to the runway carrying flowers and cake in monochrome suits, sets and smocks. Some were part of 'treasure hunt' pieces, or designs partially or fully recycled from old horse tack, saddles, vintage shapewear and antiques. String. The ensemble was paired with sentimental accessories such as pearls, heirloom necklaces, and brooches.
Gerrit Jacob
Hamburg-born and Central Saint Martins graduate Gerrit Jacob has a storied resume, having worked in the womenswear studios of Balenciaga, Martin Rose and Gucci before launching her own eponymous brand in 2022. I have prepared a book. Berlin Fashion His scene relies heavily on neutrality and simplicity, but for Jacob, vibrancy is paramount. In his streetwear-heavy collection, every piece was airbrushed in bright neon. Silhouettes such as puffer coats, mini skirts, and sweatshirts became the canvas for Jacob's statement graffiti pieces.
Malaika rice
Malaika Rice has seamlessly mastered the art of basics and minimalism. The Pre-Fall 2024/25 collection 'Imagine' is littered with timeless staples, from slightly slouchy off-the-shoulder dresses to sophisticated outerwear, all with a confident ease and cool. It gives off a feminine feel. Designer Malaika Rice credits the '90s for inspiration, particularly Red Hot Chili Peppers' John Frusciante. “We combined his grunge style, positive California vibe, layering, and grandpa frugal style with very feminine silhouettes, dropped shoulders, and low-waisted pants,” she says. “When I say low-waisted jeans, I'm referring to Mariah and Carrie's low-waisted jeans that don't have a waistband.”
Namilia
After five years of showing in New York, Namilia returned to Berlin for two consecutive seasons. Her fall/winter 2024 show, “Pfoten weg!'' or “Paws off,'' led by her co-founders Emilia Pfoll and Nan Li, addresses discrimination against gay people in public spaces. The collection is based on the concept of protection, combining medieval armor and military silhouettes with her Y2K-inspired looks that you'd probably wear to a rave. Motocross-inspired leather sets, show-stopping little minis, and elaborate gowns all make bold political statements and sex-positive messages that are at the core of the brand's DNA. .
