When it comes to producing bold colour emanating from
culture and experience, Trine Lindegaard knows all about that! A few weeks ago,
I sat down for a quick chat with the Denmark native to talk about her men’s
fashion brand.
The Royal College of Art alumna produces a vibrantly artful
collection of garments, some of which are varied with patterns or textures of
solid hues, whilst others are uniquely embellished. Vogue.com has even tagged the
menswear designer as “ones to watch,” and for good reason.
Her intimate embrace with diverse traditions, particularly
from Ghana, was just the fuel she needed to explore and showcase her passion of
handwork used throughout her collections.
The initial design process is all about the fabrics, the
gathering of materials and concepts, and eventually transforming them into
wearable visuals. However, location does also play a huge role as the brainwave
of insight for releasing such meaningful work.
“I’m very much inspired by where I live in London, being so
close to the African market,” Lindegaard said.
Her Spring Summer 2014 collection was one that was generated from her collaborative work
with UK prisoners—their touching story and their own art is what also triggered
the theme and influence for the line, which was freedom.
“All of the textiles are quite inspired by the word,
‘freedom,’ but
what it means to them, and how the people that I worked with expressed it, and
of course the guys in prison haven’t got much freedom at all,” the designer
said.
“I think it’s important to help them maybe find another way
in … In a place like London, where you have such big differences and social
statuses, not everyone has the chance to go to university. That’s why this
subject is so important to me, where as in Denmark everything is a lot more
equal.The social system here, I guess
is very different to home. It wouldn’t be as important for me to do a project
like this in Denmark,” Lindegaard said.
Working together with local weavers during her journey in Ghana
was more than edifying. “I think my biggest lesson is to make things easier.
I’m always doing things that are too hard to manufacture. That’s my problem
right now. There are certain [design] elements that if they can’t do, then I have
to do it afterwards, which means it’s too time consuming. ” Lindegaard
confessed.
Well, the journey appears to have been worth it, resulting
in men’s garments with a lively vibe. The bracing influence is bold and deeply
embedded in the seams. Make way for playful menswear with colour intensity and an
almost cautiously animated twist. The attention to detail, the inventive
textile techniques, and unique adornments provide only a few reasons to be
inspired and intrigued by Lindegaard’s works.
So, who exactly is the man wearing these threads? It might
be anyone. Your neighbour, a friend, or the gent at your local fair trade café because
the men buying her garments cannot be summed up in one genre. They like it,
they buy it, and wear it proudly!
“I think it’s any type of guy at the moment. (The target
customer) is actually changing quite a bit,” Lindegaard said.
Take a look for
yourself! What do you think of Lindegaard’s menswear?
Photos: Courtesy of Trine Lindegaard, edited by Ladyofashion.
View more work from Lindegarrd at www.trinelindegaard.com.
These are lovely! Love the colors in the designs!
Love Nyt,
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Thank you.
Liebe Rena,
Hi, Ich verstehe, ja oft Männer nicht tragen wie helle Farben, aber diese ist kollektion so anders und vielleicht für einen jüngeren Mann, lol. 🙂 Danke für das Lesen. xxoo
Liebe Grüße,
Madison
I'm happy that you also liked the feature and collection Lilli. Thank you!
We are connected. I love colours too, so much! Thank you for reading.
Yes, the fabrics are all from ghana primarily. Thanks for your comment Madara. 🙂
Thanks Emmy. So glad that you were able to read the feature. xx/Madison
Hi Joanna, haha, yes, I understand Bold hues aren't for everyone, although these I do love myself. 🙂 Thanks!
🙂 Thanks Elle. Yes, the entire collection and her works are very interesting.
🙂 I thought so as well! Thank you for visitng.
Thank you!
Thanks Kizzy! I really appreciate you taking the time to read the interview. x
Thank you for reading and commenting Rowena. Glad that you liked it too!
🙂 Yes, that thought crossed my mind on a piece or two. xx/Madison
Vielen Dank Cla! LG, xx /Madison 🙂
Thanks Roz for your comment. I really enjoyed her designs as well.
Haha, yes, indeed. Thanks for reading Kim.
Thank you.
Liebe Rena,
Hi, Ich verstehe, ja oft Männer nicht tragen wie helle Farben, aber diese ist kollektion so anders und vielleicht für einen jüngeren Mann, lol. 🙂 Danke für das Lesen. xxoo
Liebe Grüße,
Madison
We are connected. I love colours too, so much! Thank you for reading.
Yes, the fabrics are all from ghana primarily. Thanks for your comment Madara. 🙂
Thanks Emmy. So glad that you were able to read the feature. xx/Madison
Hi Joanna, haha, yes, I understand Bold hues aren't for everyone, although these I do love myself. 🙂 Thanks!
🙂 Thanks Elle. Yes, the entire collection and her works are very interesting.
🙂 I thought so as well! Thank you for visitng.
Thank you!
Thanks Kizzy! I really appreciate you taking the time to read the interview. x
Thank you for reading and commenting Rowena. Glad that you liked it too!
🙂 Yes, that thought crossed my mind on a piece or two. xx/Madison
Vielen Dank Cla! LG, xx /Madison 🙂
Thanks Roz for your comment. I really enjoyed her designs as well.
Haha, yes, indeed. Thanks for reading Kim.
Very cool!!!
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LIebe Madison, mir gefallen die Looks, sie sind so schön bunt und modern. Ich glaube, meinem Mann würden sie nicht stehen, aber ich denke, sie würden gut an unserem Sohn aussehen. Nur würde unser Sohn wahrscheinlich nicht so bunte Farben tragen wollen 🙂 Schade, dass Männer hier bei uns meistens blau, weiß, grau und schwarz tragen …
Vielen Dank für die Vorstellung!
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
http://www.dressedwithsoul.blogspot.de
Thank you dear <3
This is so cute!! I like boys with style 😀
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Very cool!!!
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LIebe Madison, mir gefallen die Looks, sie sind so schön bunt und modern. Ich glaube, meinem Mann würden sie nicht stehen, aber ich denke, sie würden gut an unserem Sohn aussehen. Nur würde unser Sohn wahrscheinlich nicht so bunte Farben tragen wollen 🙂 Schade, dass Männer hier bei uns meistens blau, weiß, grau und schwarz tragen …
Vielen Dank für die Vorstellung!
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
http://www.dressedwithsoul.blogspot.de
Thanks for leaving such a darling comment on my blog!
She is so talented, love her colourful designs!
Have the best day ever,
-Kati
http://almoststylish.blogspot.de/
Thank you dear <3
This is so cute!! I like boys with style 😀
http://lola-finn.blogspot.de
Great feature! Loving the brights.
-Ashley
http://lestylorouge.com
I am completely charmed by these jazzy prints, fabulously eye-catching! Many Thanks for your kind comments on my last post.
i found this really interesting–i like learning new-to-me things, even if it's not my style (well, it's for men, but you get me!)
Thanks for leaving such a darling comment on my blog!
She is so talented, love her colourful designs!
Have the best day ever,
-Kati
http://almoststylish.blogspot.de/
I have to say that I am absolutely digging this collection – the colors are brilliant! 🙂
Great feature! Loving the brights.
-Ashley
http://lestylorouge.com
I am completely charmed by these jazzy prints, fabulously eye-catching! Many Thanks for your kind comments on my last post.
i found this really interesting–i like learning new-to-me things, even if it's not my style (well, it's for men, but you get me!)
it looks awesome http://differentcands.blogspot.kr/
Wow!!! So lovely..Fashion is going places.This actually kente,you know? Love it so much…
What a great introduction to and write up of of a clearly talented and socially aware designer. It's fascinating to learn more about Lindegaard's inspiration behind the collection. Her design ethos makes for vibrant (in every sense of the word) menswear
I have to say that I am absolutely digging this collection – the colors are brilliant! 🙂
it looks awesome http://differentcands.blogspot.kr/
Wow!!! So lovely..Fashion is going places.This actually kente,you know? Love it so much…
Ein gut geführtes Interview. Die Kollektion mag ich, so viele powervolle Farben.
What a great introduction to and write up of of a clearly talented and socially aware designer. It's fascinating to learn more about Lindegaard's inspiration behind the collection. Her design ethos makes for vibrant (in every sense of the word) menswear
Ein gut geführtes Interview. Die Kollektion mag ich, so viele powervolle Farben.
Interesting patterns. Though my bf wouldn't wear such clothes 😉
Best, Joanna from fashion4ever.pl
Absolutely beautiful! 🙂
Hayfa
http://londonloafers.blogspot.com
very cool
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Whoa, this print and texture are really in! Hey I can never say no to colours! To me, god created hues and we might as well enjoy it 🙂
Thanks for visiting my blog! I really appreciate it!
http://kiwifashionblog.blogspot.com
I love it all for myself, ahhahahha
Interesting patterns. Though my bf wouldn't wear such clothes 😉
Best, Joanna from fashion4ever.pl
Absolutely beautiful! 🙂
Hayfa
http://londonloafers.blogspot.com
What a gorgeously vibrant collection and I love the meaningfulness behind Trinne's design inspiration! Great profile Madison!
Rowena @ rolala loves
very cool
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She is really talented and I like the fact she is inspired by the freedom. The menswear collection is gorgeous, the vibrand and bold colors and patterns just express vitality and happiness. Well done with the interview dear. Happy Monday and have a lovely week ahead! xo
Loving the patterns…so fun!
Annie
The Other Side of Gray
Whoa, this print and texture are really in! Hey I can never say no to colours! To me, god created hues and we might as well enjoy it 🙂
Thanks for visiting my blog! I really appreciate it!
http://kiwifashionblog.blogspot.com
Very interesting and bold patterns!
Lu,
http://balgar-ka.tumblr.com
I love it all for myself, ahhahahha
I LOVE all the colors and freedom prints! That last one is definitely super!
Lovely colorful patterns.
Love it!
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I do love the patterns of her pieces, and I admire the fact that she was inspired by the word freedom and what it meant to the prisoners. Great feature, Madison:) Hope you're having a good Monday morning.
Fab interview doll, I enjoyed it xx
What a gorgeously vibrant collection and I love the meaningfulness behind Trinne's design inspiration! Great profile Madison!
Rowena @ rolala loves
Fab interview doll, I enjoyed it xx