Topman Le Marais
Topman has released a new online exclusive collection, entitled ‘Le Marais’. Inspired by the eponymous district of Paris, Le Marais blends classic Parisian chic with modern, trend-led fashion. The classic Parisian style that grounds the collection is captured through a selection of strong, elegant pieces. Shirts, trousers and pullovers are used to form timeless, simple looks that allow the quality of the items to shine through. A largely monochrome palette ensures that pieces cohere easily and emphasises the versatile nature of the collection. Shunning the current industry preference for loud colour-blocking and prints, hints of muted burgundy and green flesh out a range of largely neutral garments, adding a touch of colour whilst preserving the sense of luxury that is evident throughout. However, Topman is never afraid to innovate and experiment with classic pieces: they take the traditional roll neck silhouette and recreate it in t-shirt form, resulting in a summer-appropriate piece that is perfect for warm weather. The Breton stripe t-shirt is similarly subverted, with many items sporting a striped section alongside a solid block-colour or contrasting pattern. This innovative and contemporary approach prevents the overtly French feel of the collection from descending into fancy dress territory and simultaneously brings the look