Professor Andrew Groves, Professor of Fashion Design, was interviewed by WWD about the reappearance of capes and cloaks in men’s fashion.
In the article, Professor Groves said: “The reappearance of cloaks on the runway is a reaction to the unprecedented global events of the last 18 months and a need to reconnect to simpler garments…In their focus on materiality, fabric and drape, cloaks act as a comfort blanket, a means of hiding away when we are feeling vulnerable in such uncertain times.”
He told WWD that capes and cloaks appeal to men who embrace clothing “for its romantic possibilities” and as a way of expressing a sense of freedom. He said: “They transcend the whims of fashion and allow us to connect to more mystical, ancient times. The cloaks on the runway at the recent men’s wear shows demonstrate the diversity of approaches and meaning this seemingly simple garment can bring.”
Read the full article on the WWD website.
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