The highly acclaimed designer from the UK, Bianca Saunders, has partnered with Farah for an upcoming collaboration collection set to be released in early 2022. This exciting collaboration, titled Uptown Top Ranking, will showcase Saunders’ unique menswear vision while reimagining Farah’s extensive archive to create modern and contemporary designs.
Saunders, who graduated from the Royal College of Art and received the prestigious Andam Award, has established herself as one of the most promising young designers in the UK. By teaming up with Farah for this collaboration, the brand continues its dedication to supporting and promoting emerging British talent.
Expressing her enthusiasm about the collaboration, Saunders shared how working with Farah has allowed her to delve into the nuances of masculinity and her Caribbean heritage. She has taken inspiration from Farah’s archives to breathe new life into the brand’s signature cuts and silhouettes using her transformative techniques, an opportunity she considers a great honor.
The collection draws inspiration from Farah’s iconic 1970s FaraPress trousers, which were emblematic of the era, as well as the male subcultures of that time. Uptown Top Ranking, the name of the collection, is influenced by the 1978 track of the same name by Althea & Donna, which describes the way a Jamaican man would dress up as he ventured into the city to showcase his unique style.
Saunders’ inspiration for the collection is derived from various sources, including album covers and family photos of her uncles. It pays homage to the confident men in her life who took pride in their polished attire and the cultural connotations associated with it. This vision serves as the foundation for the collection.
Chris O’Brien, Farah’s Global Head of Design & Concept, is excited about the collaboration and highlights Saunders’ exploration of male identity through fashion and subculture. He also emphasizes the celebration of her Caribbean heritage and the influential music of that decade. The collaboration promises to be a captivating fusion of both brands’ values and aesthetics.
Fashion enthusiasts eagerly await the release of the Uptown Top Ranking collaboration between Bianca Saunders and Farah in early 2022. This collaboration not only showcases the support and nurturing of emerging talent in the British fashion industry but also underscores the significance of collaboration and the amalgamation of traditional and contemporary influences in creating innovative and captivating designs.
Useful links:
– Bianca Saunders Official Website
– Farah Official Website
