Hedi Slimane's inaugural menswear collection for the newly rebranded Saint Laurent channeled rock aesthetics through razor-sharp tailoring and an unapologetic commitment to slim silhouettes. High-waisted leather trousers with paper bag waists anchored looks paired with patterned shirts in polka dots and leopard print, while sequined leopard jackets provided flashes of glamour against a predominantly black and white palette. Crisp shirting featuring geometric prints appeared alongside classic denim and streamlined biker jackets, all executed with the whip-thin precision that had defined Slimane's revolutionary approach at Dior Homme.
The collection introduced an androgynous sensibility that transcended traditional gender boundaries, with pieces designed for wear across the spectrum and campaign imagery featuring female models styled in menswear. Slimane's sharp tailoring enabled seamless shifts between casual and formal contexts, rejecting rigid dress codes in favor of individual expression.
This debut established the framework for his Saint Laurent tenure, merging Los Angeles rock culture with French elegance to create versatile wardrobe components that functioned as standalone statements rather than prescribed ensembles, appealing to a generation seeking both luxury craftsmanship and contemporary cool.
