An exploration of the fluidity of gender and niche male subcultures whet Dries Van Noten sartorial appetite for the Spring 2023 menswear season. It was a patchwork of clashing ideas that somehow combined with audacious pairings of pinstriped tailoring with flesh pink cummerbunds and extended corset-like trappings that created flowy, engaging silhouettes. Yes, the expert suiting was there along with youth-driven cargo pants, striped bomber jackets and biker elements bringing a sporty piece to the puzzle. Western and nautical details popped up gratifyingly with supple silk shirts, snakeskin cowboy boots, and hodgepodge beach looks that command attention. A Piergiorgio Del Moro led casting included Henry Kitcher, Xu Meen, Malick Bodian, Takfarines Bengana, Moustapha Sy, Mamuor Majeng with rookie opener Antoine Brabant and closer Alvar af Schultén.
