Oteyza Transforms the Fashion Landscape with its Distinctive Perspective on Nature
The Spanish luxury brand Oteyza, co-founded by the dynamic duo Paul García de Oteyza and Caterina Pañeda, made a striking return to the Paris Fashion Week scene this season. Despite the challenges posed by the ongoing health crisis, Oteyza managed to captivate the audience with a mesmerizing digital presentation entitled “Arcadia” on February 19th, showcasing their latest Fall/Winter 2021-22 collection.
In a departure from the traditional runway format, Oteyza opted to immerse viewers in the rugged beauty of the great outdoors for their virtual showcase. With just two models donning the exquisite creations, the brand drew inspiration from nature to infuse their collection with a sense of authenticity and connection to their Spanish heritage. Utilizing premium materials such as Spanish merino wool and organic cotton, Oteyza’s designs seamlessly blended traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics.
The Arcadia collection reimagines classic menswear with a bold color palette featuring rich tones of mustard, deep blue, earthy browns, forest greens, and the quintessential Spanish black. The meticulously crafted silhouettes showcase the brand’s signature Spanish tailoring techniques, incorporating balanced asymmetries and unexpected design details like skirts and flowing capes.
While Oteyza has been a fixture at menswear events like Pitti Uomo in Florence, this season marked a significant evolution in their aesthetic as they embraced a more fluid approach to gender and style. The inclusion of Spanish model Laura Ponte in tailored suits and traditional Cordovan hats alongside male model Enrique Fariñas blurred the boundaries between masculine and feminine, adding a touch of androgyny to the collection’s narrative.
Founded in 2012, Oteyza has carved a niche for itself in the Spanish fashion landscape, earning prestigious accolades like the Premio Nacional de Moda al Emprendimiento in recognition of its innovative designs. The brand’s Madrid flagship atelier on Calle Conde de Xiquena serves as a creative hub where tradition meets modernity, attracting fashion aficionados from around the world.
By redefining the concept of masculinity through their unique lens of nature and heritage, Oteyza continues to push boundaries and inspire sartorial enthusiasts to embrace a more inclusive and sustainable approach to fashion.
Discover more about Oteyza and their exquisite collections on their official website and Instagram.
