

REDEFINING ELEGANCE THROUGH RESILIENCE ON THE THIRD DAY OF 080 BARCELONA FASHION
Following the tariff hike imposed by Trump in the US last night, 080 Barcelona Fashion is here to propose a world of fashion where culture can be shared by a multitude of countries without economic constraints. With an international crowd, the catwalk tries to encapsulate the dynamic vibe that is making Barcelona a hub for creative self-expression and contemporary fashion. Lots of new propositions over 7 that use resilience as a powerful tool for creation, that use creativity as a way to escape the recession that we are going through.
Last year, AAA Studio decided to take a risk and explore the world of knit fabrics and casual pieces, taking a leap of faith into a different approach to fashion than they did before. The new world that Arnau Climent is presenting is one where unique volumes and details are infused in every garment. BURdeNOUT is a representation of what adulthood means to GenZ, a feeling of contradiction in which our life feels overwhelming compared to our childhood. A collection where long and cozy pieces predominate with a focus on accessories to expand the brand. Multi-wearable and adjustable pieces flood the runway to fight against the current status of exhaustion we are facing.

Alvar Merino stands out for their exploration of identity through fashion, where detail and precision conform to the multidisciplinary world of the founder, David Merino. We already saw him in this catwalk last season, but this time he is taking us INTO THE UNKNOWN. A collection that revolves around the emotions that arise when facing a new challenge, from euphoria to concern. He wanted us to feel the transition from the color department and his challenging take on traditional dress codes. A statement of intent, embracing uncertainty as a tool to balance functionality to style.

Maturity and solidity has always been the main approach of Carlos Doblas work that could be seen through his work at DOBLAS. For this season, he is trying to blur the line between what is considered feminine and masculine. RE-DEBUT is a proposal inspired by Pierrot & Columbine, folklore and elements of 1950s baseball. Models appeared on the runway with highly structured outerwear and delicate dresses. Neutral tones flooded the catwalk to express timeless and fabrics were a mix of tradition and modernity. 35 looks that were styled with jewellery from MONIES, providing power and expressiveness to minimal outfits.

The sensitivity that Juan Vidal shows while studying feminine strength and his exploration of seduction has defined his path in the industry. ME QUIERE, NO ME QUIERE is an ode to vulnerability and working with our insecurities, a new way of translating the act of plucking petals out of a daisy in fashion pieces. Across 32 looks, harmony is found through contrasts, reflections and lightness. He loves me, he loves me not; a game that evokes certain seduction that can be seen in the details that positively enhance the wearer.

The eleventh presentation of Eñaut serves as a reflection on social beauty standards and personal perception. The increase of images we consume daily has affected the way we see our bodies, emotionally and physically. Imposed molds are trying to be revoked through 20 looks that resemble the silhouettes of the previous collection. The goal is not to replace but to expand and create harmony between past and future. In ECDISIS, proportions are defined, cuts become bolder, and textures invite new sensations. Resulting in a cohesive and visionary proposal that sparks the desire to explore newness.

Maria Escoté has been away from the limelight for a few seasons, focusing on updating sales, production and the company’s infrastructure over all. She has been always killing it through her bold designs and collaborations, with the new collection she is reassuring her place in an overwhelmed industry. In collaboration with Superman, this collection surprised the public by its outstanding styling and the incredible denim experimentation provided by Jeanologia. Playing with 3D volumes and a mature approach to graphics make this collection one to remember from this 080 edition.

Almost ten years after the foundation of DOMINNICO, the brand has the power to revitalise themselves season after season through genderless ready-to-wear. This time they built silhouettes out of western aesthetics, late night feeling in Las Vegas and the road-trip motel culture. LUCKY is a representation of the decadent glamour of nightlife with garments made of stock leftovers, denim and recycled fur. Across 23 looks, we can see ornamental symbols of superstition and good luck all over the accessories and a vibrant color palette. An army of trannies and underrepresented bodies are led by Mia Khalifa, one of the most controversial figures of the 2010s.
Words: @alraco43