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PHILIPP PLEIN
Fall/Winter 2014/15 men’s collection
“Noir Cowboy”

Bewitched by the magnificent Native American queen,
celebrated Detroit rapper Angel Haze, special guest at the PHILIPP PLEIN men’s fw 1415 fashion show that took place Sunday night January 12 2014 at Milan’s Teatro Alcione.

Milano, 12 January 2014 – The Wild West. The frontier still waiting to be discovered and developed. Where rules are yet to be  written, and people are free to do as they please. A new adventure which PHILIPP PLEIN recreated right in the heart of Milan.

Teatro Alcione turned into a full-fledged prairie town. The Noir Cowboy envisioned by designer Philipp Plein bursts onto the stage,
creating a ruckus and flaunting his bravery.

The show begins with breathtaking feats, the backdrop to a burning love story where beauty unleashes jealousy and passion. Protagonist of this drama: the beautiful native/African American and rap star Angel Haze.

A dynamic cultural mix resulting in a piercing voice that opened the fashoin show dedicated to the fall/winter 2014/2015 men’s
collection.

Strong, virile and passionate, PHILIPP PLEIN’s cowboy lives intensely and fearlessly, taking all risks in his stride. Nothing frightens
him. He has done his very utmost to assert his identity and achieve success. He never forgets his origins, and looks back on the past to keep one step ahead of the future. He indulges his interests, including parties, women and fashion, and is always in search of new thrills.

Renowned American photographer Steven Klein masterfully strips down and captures the extreme profile of this contemporary man in his provocative video-invitation; a man now outfitted with scrupulous care for the catwalk.

The Noir Cowboy plays the starring role in a metropolitan Far West featuring extreme luxury. His color is black, both shiny and matte. His symbols are crossed six shooters and the time-honoured “Buffalo skull” seen in the patterns of Native American cotton/ cashmere blankets thrown over the shoulders, and on buttons and linings. He portrays a strong, hedonistic form of physicality, sculpted by impeccable elegance and bearing, yet toned down with western-style details and playful touches.

Numerous jackets are presented in exquisite materials including embellished leathers. A stunning ultra soft nappa blazer composed of panels hand assembled with thin nappa strips and minute threaded edging, a new take on the sartorial destructured look.

Crocodile is present throughout, including a unique version with soft nabuk finish. The effect is ultra-luxurious in the minklined biker jacket.

Snakeskin is brushed and painted by hand. Bas-relief crocodile-effect inserts appear on pony skin and nappa. A cracked effect bomber jacket is specially handcrafted to appear worn out after a life of long rides battered by the sun, dust and wind of the prairies.

An aged-effect is also seen in tea soaked jeans worn under classic chaps that hook onto a western cartridge belt handcrafted in crocodile with a snake buckle.

Long riding coats that virtually graze the ground make an appearance for showdowns at the OK Corral, with pronounced shoulders and arrow-shaped lapels. Also in wool knit with waistlines accented by leather inserts. To be worn over suits, that feature meticulous attention to detail this season. Snakeskin lapels are dazzling, edged in leather or encrusted with micro studs in CRYSTALLIZED TM-Swarovski Elements. Hazy visions appear like mirages of the Rocky Mountains on airbrushed knitwear. Folk accents blend with raised inserts for the luxurious cashmere and wool knitwear. There is no shortage of Texan inspiration, such as the double yokes, long cuffs and tall collars, also in ultra-soft leather. Metallic crossed six shooter pins adorn shirts in refined cotton jacquard or tartan flannel, complete with a classic bolo tie around the neck. Tartan prints are also used for pocket squares, bandanas and scarves. The accessories include a multitude of must-have boots, in particular a version in tumbled leather with crocodile patches , to combine with backpacks, rucksacks, bags and holdalls in all shapes and sizes.

Everything necessary for the adventures of the contemporary cowboy. Constantly at the ready to fight and defend love and honor against attacks from gunslingers, desperados and rival paramours intent on his undoing. The saga continues…PHILIPP PLEIN

The PHILIPP PLEIN label was founded in Munich in 1998, by the designer and owner of the same name. Today the brand includes clothing, accessory
and interior design lines which interpret a new contemporary and cosmopolitan lifestyle. Perfection in every detail, combined with a playful and
irreverent spirit, are the principle elements in this new luxury and new elegance, mainly made in Italy. The unusual and meticulous use of fine
materials, combined with original, sometimes subculture details, makes every piece truly unique. What counts most is to give life, imagination and
spirit to a product that remains eternally authentic. The headquarters of the Swiss Maison, are located in Amriswil, near Zurich. A company of
international significance, counting more than 100 employees worldwide, with showrooms in Milan, Hong Kong, and New York and more than 500
clients in 65 different countries. Stocked by the most prestigious boutiques and department stores, PHILIPP PLEIN has its own flagships in
Monte Carlo, Vienna, Moscow (3), Cannes, Saint-Tropez, Düsseldorf, Marbella, Baku, St. Petersburg, Milan, Seoul (2), Dubai , Macao, Berlin,
Amsterdam, Porto Cervo, Barcelona, Paris, Hangzhou, Kiev, Courchevel, Casablanca, and Miami.

Top models and celebrities such as Naomi Campbell, Lindsay Lohan and Ed Westwick, photographed by and with Terry Richardson, have been the
face of PHILIPP PLEIN campaigns. The Swiss fashion house also plays a leading role in the field of sport, providing official uniforms for the renowned
soccer teams AS ROMA and CAGLIARI CALCIO.