Fortune W.W.D.’s Autumn/Winter 21 Collection is Multi-Functional Clothing Done Right
Having to stick to a sole aesthetic is one of the contemporary concerns in fashion. There is no static or single ideal way to wear any of the 10 core pieces that Fortune W.W.D. is releasing for their Autumn/Winter 21 collection, otherwise known as Main Line 1. The garments are designed to remain unbonded to a singular theme or aesthetic, yet are anchored on the idea of having a core garment that is created to last. The collection is engrossed to focus on foundational and staple pieces which underwent a series of techniques for its production. The construction of the pieces is evident from patchwork construction to visible chain stitching motifs to highlight its stability through its thoughtful, conceptual design process and its subsequent execution.
With the full involvement of the makers in the design process and manufacturing of their pieces done in their own production facilities, Fortune believes that it is an evolution of the brand's signature design decisions, within various design iterations. It is with no doubt that the quality of the pieces in Main Line 1 is ensured to impress.
Caliber and authenticity abound in this collection. The Multi-Seam Khaki Suit is constructed with paneling and hem-lock stitching techniques across the look as a key aspect of its design ensembling durability. The setup oozes traditional workwear elements equipped to catch the heed of workwear enthusiasts.
The Wabash Series capsules pieces incorporate classic military design with a vision of practical design and are reinterpreted into a more modern and more abstract way of thinking, from the structure of the construction to the silhouette and the materials used. Made with fabrics from Japan Blue’s Textile division — COLLECT based in Okayama, Japan, the garments are crafted with the aim of acquiring more character and individuality over time with wear.
The Pleated Hawaiian Shop Coat is another eye candy featured in the collection, the piece screams nothing but Subarashī! The coat introduces a new silhouette in the form of a short coat with a number of pleats in asymmetric panels. The main material used for this piece is a heavyweight type of linen which allows easy layering and features Fortune’s signature hidden seam hand pockets.
The headwear pieces in the collection are something you shouldn’t miss, both are reversible hats that work as a small everyday bag suitable for hand carry items with snap closures and removable drawstrings.
One thing that Fortune stands by is to allow garments their garments to speak for itself especially when it comes to quality and construction. All the pieces in the collection redefine how a single piece of clothing can be developed. The ability to wear these pieces to suit your own style is not passed up, all pieces are unified and subversive of the design ethos of Fortune.
One of the pieces that really stood out for me was the W.W.D. Sailor Overshirt, the boxy cut paired with the chainstitching pattern, hidden phone pocket and the backflap which referenced the US Navy uniform was all my closet would ever need. It is definitely a piece everyone’s wardrobes would appreciate.
An early preview of the collection will be available at the @commonwealth pop-up in the Greenbelt 5 branch on November 12 – 14 (Fri-Sat) from 11:00 – 19:00 (GMT+8) before its official release on November 15. To sign up and to know more about the details of the preview, you may access their official website: https://fortunewwd.com/commonwealth-popup/