Creative Director Matthew M. Williams brings a contemporary approach to classic dress codes and subcultural tropes.

For the Spring/Summer 2023 Menswear collection, Creative Director Matthew M. Williams embraced uniforms from the past to create menswear that will stand the test of time. Williams infused societal dress codes and subcultural tropes with the refined elegance of Givenchy, unveiling a free and fluid way of dress.

Moreover, the creative director took inspiration from the men within his life for a breath-taking collection that revolutionizes menswear while honouring Givenchy signatures.

In the yard at École Militaire, Givenchy’s creations mimic DIY alterations to student uniforms—the pants have neat slits at the knees to reveal the monogrammed lining.

The collection featured relaxed silhouettes featuring simple workwear, slouchy blazers and moto-inspired outerwear.

While this runway featured a purely neutral and monochromatic palette, there are occasional pops of colour and bold prints of mint green and camouflage.

Each outfit was complete with cutting-edge Givenchy accessories and jewellery. The new 3D-printed G-Cut eyewear sunglasses added a futuristic essence to each ensemble, while necklaces and bracelets leaned into the present with a new Givenchy motif. An array of shoes and bags pulled together the collection, juxtaposing classic Givenchy pieces with Williams’ modern vision.

Unveiling the collection, Williams said:

“Menswear was, quite naturally, the way I discovered fashion. In my practice at Givenchy, my men’s collections came from an instinctive starting point. This show is a reflection of myself and the men who surround me, from my close friends to the artists who inspired my work. It’s a dialogue with the time and culture that shape the way men dress today and tomorrow: the way new generations embrace and evolve the archetypes and dress codes of the past through their own progressive outlook. It’s a thrilling evolution and the reason I have chosen this moment to stage a stand-alone men’s show for Givenchy.”

The house was also not shy away from unconventional fabrics, converting digitally printed waterproof fabric and 4G-logo Japanese denim jacquard into an array of blousons, tactical vests, and cargo pants. Fresh tailoring silhouettes were introduced for blazers and coats with matching trousers and complementing with logo-adorned lining for eye-catching ensembles.

Some camouflage items were made of white camouflage paint covered with ripstop nylon. When worn, the underlying white camouflage became visible.

Another highlight of the collection was the shoes, including the recently teased TK MX sneakers.

Comprising a mesh and synthetic leather upper, the style came in a range of colourways, from subtle black or white to bold designs in silver and yellow, silver and green, and black and yellow. The collection also updated the TK-360 silhouette with the new TK-360-MID – featuring higher construction and a monochromatic colourway.