Vivienne Westwood shows at iconic Milanese bar in fashion week return

Back on Milan Fashion Week Men’s calendar, Vivienne Westwood chose to present its latest men’s collection at Bar Rivoli, a renowned Milanese hangout close to central Piazza San Babila.

The guests sat at Bar Rivoli’s coffee tables for breakfast, while viewing the looks designed by Andreas Kronthaler, husband of the late, great British designer. The collection’s mood was characterised by the provocative style typical of the label founded by Westwood, and featured contemporary dandyish looks boldly blending British elegance and Milanese style.

For example, the jacket-and-shorts suit worn over a pair of boots, and the pinstriped suit with oversize lapels, the trousers cinched with an elastic waistband and worn over a bare torso, the look completed by a maxi straw hat.

“Being stylish means a lot for a man,” said Kronthaler, adding that “it’s nothing to do with fashion, it’s all a matter of style.”