Y/Project Spring Summer 2016 in Paris served up awkward, oversized silhouettes with layered confidence. Long coats, slouchy trousers, and stacked shirts created a runway that felt deliberately unbalanced yet full of personality.
It was playful volume done with precision.
Oversized Layers
The collection leaned into extreme proportions. Jackets extended past the wrists, trousers pooled at the ankles, and multiple tops were layered to create depth. Each look had a sculptural quality, yet moved naturally on the body.
Colors were mostly muted, letting the shapes speak. Subtle tonal contrasts added dimension without disrupting the coherence of the ensemble.
Awkward Elegance
The “awkward” aspect was intentional. Cropped tops over long tunics. Slouchy jackets paired with structured pieces. The tension between imbalance and precision gave the collection a distinctive charm.
Accessories were minimal, allowing the dramatic layering and elongated silhouettes to remain the focal point. The looks were avant-garde yet wearable, a testament to Y/Project’s knack for intelligent experimentation.
Why It Worked
Y/Project S/S 2016 succeeded because it celebrated proportion, tension, and layering as design tools. Oversized silhouettes became a narrative device, blending unconventional style with functional elegance.
The overall mood was clear. Bold, voluminous, and unapologetically inventive.
Credits
Brand: Y/Project
Season: Menswear Spring Summer 2016
Location: Paris Fashion Week
Category: Runway Collection
See the Y Project Menswear S/S 2016 collection below:
