Frederick Anderson Pre-Fall 2022 – WWD

“It’s only been four years, and as I focus more, it just blooms,” says designer Frederick Anderson of the brand’s journey with the pre-fall time, whose focus and information The message stems directly from his own exploration of American identity.

“I’m thinking about what the ‘My America’ collection looks like. I initially thought in my heritage that I was black and black American. Also guess what? We did research this summer and I’m not an American Indian. I am Irish and Nigerian; I call myself a true black Irishman. It’s the real American immigrant story, so I call it ‘100% American… An immigrant story’. It’s about the idea that nothing we’re talking about is actually true, there are many layers. “

The designer started the collection in red and blue with geometric, restructured lines, as well as a deliberate lack of stars, “because we haven’t gotten there yet,” he said. note. A blend of soft structured silhouettes with sensual, sophisticated flair (from voluptuous dresses and patterned crochet pieces to graphic lace garments that absolutely show ideas of structure seen through the illusion of the body) filled the tight collection, while delicate laces and tassels, as well as tartan tweed.

“Where I came out of COVID-19 is wanting to do things that make me feel good and hopefully this is conveyed through my clothing and my message. It’s airy, modern, fresh and youthful. ”