FW23 embodies the next stage in the Phillip Lim‘s tribute to New York City, titled “Someday, Somehow, Somewhere”. While Pre-Fall 2023 laid the groundwork, representing the unrefined essence of the American dream, FW23 dives deeper, delving into its realization and contrasts.
Photographed by Jai Odell with styling by Melissa Levy, hair by Nero, and makeup by Rei Tajima
It’s an intricate dance of identity, shaped by diverse localities, leading to a dynamic wardrobe transformation. What was once perceived as daytime transforms into the mystique of the night, transitioning from a budding west side tale to the sophistication of the east side. It’s reminiscent of the classic Upper East Side tales, with a touch of unruly charm.
Photographed by Jai Odell with styling by Melissa Levy, hair by Nero, and makeup by Rei Tajima
As stories from New York often do, the narrative matures; FW23 celebrates the city after dark, a life bathed in twilight’s allure. It encapsulates the boundless potential of New York nights, endless choices, and countless self-discoveries – a land of boundless opportunity, raw passion, and the undying spirit of New York City, as articulated by Phillip Lim.
Photographed by Jai Odell with styling by Melissa Levy, hair by Nero, and makeup by Rei Tajima
In this collection, Lim effortlessly bridges the cultural chasm between the nostalgic charm of North American Chinatowns and contemporary urban fashion. The nuances of Chinatown’s elderly street style, rife with history and individuality, served as a tapestry upon which he crafted a modern narrative.
Photographed by Jai Odell with styling by Melissa Levy, hair by Nero, and makeup by Rei Tajima
Various unexpected combinations are spotlighted, including hoodies crafted from distressed denim, a youthful pinafore adorned with a leather upper section, and puffed jackets featuring classic peacoat collars. Lim’s talent for crafting stylish outerwear shines through, with pieces like a large chore jacket made from washed denim and a scaled-down leather biker jacket.
Photographed by Jai Odell with styling by Melissa Levy, hair by Nero, and makeup by Rei Tajima
This melding of old-world charm and new-age flair manifests in juxtapositions like the schoolboy blazers adorned with an emblem paying homage to the ever-awake city. It’s a harmonious marriage of time-honored tradition and avant-garde innovation, reflecting the pulse of a city with deep-rooted history yet always looking forward.
