In the fall of 2003, Raf Simons was granted access to Peter Saville’s personal archive (marking the first time such a request was granted by Saville). The runway felt arid and sparse in comparison to its predecessor, “Consumed,” and was unmistakably sculpted by the stark, geometric imagery of Saville, who blended shapes from the German Bauhaus movement with distinctly modernist calligraphy. The silhouettes were once again borrowed from the working class youth, and the most famous pieces to come from the collaborations were the parkas and hoodies, printed with Saville’s visuals from his work with Joy Division, New Order, Bauhaus, and OMD.
This graphic comes from the artwork for New Order’s 1987 single “Touched by the Hand of God.” The song, which went on to top the independent dance charts, was predictably accompanied by Saville’s artwork.
Condition: Pre-owned
Color: Tan
Fabric: 100% Cotton
Measurements:
Pit to pit: 22.5"
Top to bottom: 23"
Shoulder to shoulder: 19"
Sleeve outseam: 24"
