Dear Shaded Viewers,
The 032c Fall Winter 2025 collection, titled “SUSPICIOUS MINDS,” took place at the Maison des Métallos on January 23, 2025. The show presented a blend of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary streetwear, challenging established norms and encouraging a questioning spirit.
This collection itself underscored the seductive power of the enigmatic, encouraging a critical examination of the status quo. Creative director Maria Koch infused the collection with intellectual rigor, embracing inherent uncertainties.
By fusing European folk elements with outlandish and occult references, 032c solidifies its reputation for crafting boundary-pushing designs. Classic silhouettes are reimagined with unexpected twists, drawing inspiration from both European traditionalism and dystopian landscapes. Traditional garments like men’s janker jackets and women’s Dirndl dresses are reinterpreted with exaggerated shapes, provocative details, and macabre embellishments.
Exploring how we can shed the old and embrace the new, 032c’s “SUSPICIOUS MINDS” recognises that accepting the unknown is an essential part of this journey. The collection questions everything while simultaneously celebrating the power of continuity.
Later,
Bethany
