At Milan Fashion Week, Flower Mountain stepped into bold new territory, debuting not only its innovative footwear designs but also its very first apparel capsule collection for Fall/Winter 2025. Known for its deep-rooted connection to nature and forward-thinking aesthetics, the brand’s latest presentation marks a seamless fusion of technical craftsmanship, natural inspiration, and Japanese heritage.
The Debut Apparel Capsule: Authentic, Artistic, and Genderless
The FW25 capsule collection introduces around 25 pieces, ranging from garment-dyed cotton t-shirts to oversized unisex sweatshirts, that reflect Flower Mountain’s nature-first philosophy. Each garment is rendered in a sophisticated palette of earthy tones—think powder blue, sage green, and rich mud—evoking forest trails and mountain peaks.
Staying true to its storytelling roots, Flower Mountain breathes visual poetry into each piece, featuring iconic symbols like the dandelion and Mount Fuji reimagined through stylized prints and delicate embroidery. The result is a wearable ode to the brand’s founding spirit and the cross-cultural collaboration between its two Japanese and Italian designers.
Footwear Highlights: Elevating the Outdoors with Style
Complementing the apparel drop are refined evolutions of Flower Mountain’s signature footwear lines. The Yamano 3 returns in a limited-edition monochromatic nubuck version, emphasizing tonal sophistication and casual luxury. For those who demand more from their sneakers, the Yamano 3 Performance integrates a Vibram sole for enhanced traction and endurance—perfect for everyday wear that bridges the gap between outdoor exploration and urban adventure.
A standout of the FW25 collection is the new Yamabushi trail runner, inspired by the spiritual rigor and style of ancient Japanese mountain ascetics. Featuring a multi-texture rope upper and a lightweight EVA-rubber sole, the Yamabushi offers the ideal balance of durability, comfort, and grip—engineered for serious terrain, yet stylish enough for the city streets.
A Complete Vision of Nature-Infused Fashion
With this collection, Flower Mountain continues its evolution from cult footwear label to comprehensive lifestyle brand. FW25 reinforces the company’s dedication to eco-conscious design, performance-ready innovation, and a transcendent aesthetic rooted in cultural heritage and natural beauty.
By blending tradition with innovation, and function with flair, the brand delivers a genderless, versatile, and visually compelling collection for the fashion-forward explorer.
Credits of photos from the event: Fashionality.nyc
