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Simone Porte Jacquemus doesn’t often stray far from his roots in the sunny south of France (apart from last season’s runway on the far-flung Hawaiian coastline). Returning to his homeland for AW22, the Le Papier collection was presented from the salt-rock mountains of Arles and included the La Casquette Rond baseball cap. Crafted from breathable cotton and stamped with a branded plaque on the front, its topstitched brim offers protection from the glaring French sun.
Essentially pared back and minimalist, self-taught French designer Simon Porte Jacquemus pairs tradition and modernity with playful irreverence. Classic references meet with unexpected proportions and distinctive details, in collections that are youthful, fresh, yet with a timeless elegance.