On February 19th, TOGA presented its Fall/Winter 2017-18 collection in London. The show venue was the Guild Hall, a historic building over 600 years old. Surrounded by modern buildings, it exudes a majestic atmosphere, as if it had been preserved in its original medieval form. The collection notes mentioned "Hole, Classic Ornamentation, Skin," but I couldn't imagine what that meant. The first look featured a masculine suit. Both the top and bottoms were made of shiny materials, and the bottoms were cropped with flared hems. Perhaps thanks to the pale blue color, it felt like a gentle, rock-inspired piece without being aggressive. The clever design—the jacket fastened with a strap attached to the inside rather than a buttonhole—caught my eye and captivated me from the first look. The suit's feminine look was instantly transformed by a selection of large and small brooches, each with a vintage feel, as if inherited from a grandmother. This ornamentation, known as "Classic Ornamentation," appeared in many looks, adding a touch of elegance to the entire collection.

In the next look, a dress featured a rounded cut on one side, revealing a glimpse of skin and a brooch attached to the pants. From midway through the collection, the rounded cut became increasingly bold, exposing waists and legs. However, rather than emphasizing sexiness, it seemed as if the skin was part of the outfit, enjoying it. The contrast between colors, materials, and ornaments and the bare flesh created a sense of completeness, as if the skin itself were part of the look. In contrast, there were looks that completely covered the skin, such as a PVC-like dress paired with thigh-high boots, and a wool coat and gloves with fur trim on one sleeve.

The asymmetry, mixed materials, and contrasting gloves all contributed to TOGA's witty, innovative, and fresh designs. By the finale, the three keywords were in harmony, creating a stunning collection that made perfect sense.