Berlin-based magazine and fashion label 032c unveiled its latest collection entitled 'What We Believe' for Spring/Summer 2018. The new capsule draws a strong inspiration from an experimental education institution dating back to 1933 named Black Mountain College. This new institution-influenced collection dials into the modern fashion zeitgeist with workwear essential pieces. The What We Believe range is comprised of pieces such as worker jackets, graphic t-shirts, turtleneck sweaters, long-sleeve shirts, caps, belts and towels.
Some of the standout items from the new 032c capsule include the hunting pants called 'Chevignon by 032c' with branded thigh pockets rounding it out, and the 'Believer sweater,' which boasts a workwear blue tone and also wears branding details on the chest.
Institution-Inspired Collections
032c Introduced a New 'What We Believe' Collection for SS18
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