DRKSHDW by Rick Owens
Rick Owens, a designer who has made a name for himself in the fierce industry while remaining true to his vision and never bending to society’s conventions and trends. An inventor of recognizable one-of-a-kind dark language and his own avant-garde aesthetic, Rick Owens is known for his experimental and haute couture designs, while his brainchild ‘DRKSHDW’ is known for its relaxed, streetwear-inspired, everyday garments. Designed by the same team and made in the same Italian factory, the diffusion line that begins as a denim capsule offshoot to the main collection in 2005 takes a place at the foreground of streetstyle scene. The designs often lack logos or monograms but are recognizable for their distinctive signature details such as elongated shapes, asymmetrical cuts, and a color palette that is predominantly pale and monochromatic. Collections frequently includes faded detailing, larger proportions, and a focus on the high-quality materials, such as Italian cotton and Japanese denim.
