For the chronically late, consider Acne Studios an upgrade to the alarm clock. Because really, it’s never time itself but the time it takes to get dressed, that leads to tardiness. So who better suited than the Scandinavians—with an attention toward aesthetics rivaling their aversion to inefficiency—to find a cure?
Inspired by a Jeff Wall image, Acne’s Resort ’15 collection offers crisp yet relaxed basics. The two subjects in the photograph were wearing "generic clothing, but so chic," recalled Jonny Johansson. And hence this idea of taking classics—the sweatshirt, the humble tank—and making it new.
He does a bang-up job. Take the Nantana Tencel Sleeveless Dress, with its draped neckline, or the Bree Tencel Sleeveless Dress. Both are made of slinky jersey, easily shifting from “Yay! I’m on holiday” to “Shit, it’s back to work.” Something like the Misty Knit Sweater, with its discreet side zipper, serves as a perfect second layer. Or, the Foin Double Coat with custom D-ring closure, slipped over a dress.
Of course, there's the ingenious delivery of surprise that Acne is known for. The Kleate Metallic Sandals: a criss-crossed, horizontal slide in iridescent silver or blue, are delicious with and without sparkle socks. Unexpected yet grounded in reality, it’s the kind of collection that makes you think, If only I had Acne, I’d never be late (or look schleppy) again.
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Inspired by a Jeff Wall image, Acne’s Resort ’15 collection offers crisp yet relaxed basics. The two subjects in the photograph were wearing "generic clothing, but so chic," recalled Jonny Johansson. And hence this idea of taking classics—the sweatshirt, the humble tank—and making it new.
He does a bang-up job. Take the Nantana Tencel Sleeveless Dress, with its draped neckline, or the Bree Tencel Sleeveless Dress. Both are made of slinky jersey, easily shifting from “Yay! I’m on holiday” to “Shit, it’s back to work.” Something like the Misty Knit Sweater, with its discreet side zipper, serves as a perfect second layer. Or, the Foin Double Coat with custom D-ring closure, slipped over a dress.
Of course, there's the ingenious delivery of surprise that Acne is known for. The Kleate Metallic Sandals: a criss-crossed, horizontal slide in iridescent silver or blue, are delicious with and without sparkle socks. Unexpected yet grounded in reality, it’s the kind of collection that makes you think, If only I had Acne, I’d never be late (or look schleppy) again.
Shop all Acne Studios for women's and men's
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