F/W 2013/2014 // BARBARA I GONGINI / "COLLECTION 18" / PRESS RELEASE

COLLECTION 18 characteristics /
The collection stems from the square and its multi-faceted universe. It is targeted to be included in a functional clothing tradition with a path breaking new approach. 

The collection features timeless silhouettes that build on the ‘wardrobe concept’. It contains basic clothing in the traditional sense and more distinctive design aspects for the continuous innovation.  The collection opens the possibility to great variety in expression and functionality. It encourages the user to interact and close the form by personalization. 

BARBARA I GONGINI / MAIN LINE
A Nordic avant-garde high-end collection brought to the extreme. The line
 takes its starting point in the Nordic preferences, where the aspects
of form challenges and directs the focus towards a path breaking
direction.The
 collection covers classic silhouettes featured in exquisite fabrics
with expressive design message and a wide range of combination
possibilities. The collection is visionary with an experimental approach and explicit design DNA.

BLACK-LINE /

A basic collection with a defined design signature based on Barbara I Gongini’s DNA.The
 collection has a Nordic subtle design language with elements that
challenges multi functionality and aesthetics in one and the same - Its
aim, to target the synergy between the compositional and the functional
principles. The collection is aimed to the feminine and at the same time androgyn woman.

BARBARA I GONGINI / MAN
A basic collection with a strong design signature emanating from the Barbara I Gongini’s distinctive DNA.MAN has a subtle Scandinavian design heritage with design elements that challenge multi functionality and aesthetics in one and the same.  Its aim to achieve synergy between the compositional and functional principles.