Equipment Back in 1975, women’s fashion was on a roll, driven by a flourishing yet cautious ready-to-wear industry. Smocks, blouses and tunics were all the rage…a flurry of silhouettes that Christian Restoin would set out to revolutionize. Possessing a distinct taste level and discerning eye for style, Restoin introduced men’s shirts into women’s wardrobes with the launch of his brand Equipment - transformi...ng a men’s classic into an item of women’s clothing with glam appeal. Straightforward yet innovative, Equipment, characterized by its refined tailoring and timeless appeal, quickly became a recognized name amongst the fashion elite. Drawing his inspiration from American films of the 50s, from stars such as Katherine Hepburn and Lauren Bacall .
The new collection recalls the classic, minimalistic undertones of the Equipment brand, fusing unparalleled French sophistication with an air of effortlessly chic, laid-back, California style. Timeless and innovative, the collection features modern, androgynous silhouettes, discreet sexiness, luxe fabrics, unexpected details and feminine riffs on men’s shirting. The range of prints, fabrics and silhouettes negotiate the many facets of the Equipment woman: she is strong, chic, elegant, adventurous, sexy and is above all, classic.
