Christian Wijnants worked a bold collection that shifted the focus from Sunday afternoons at the museum to an evening at the opera.

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The collection had more of an edge than last season.

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“At the end of the winter, you’re fed up with the darkness, you want to have lighter things, you want colors,” said the designer.

The designer tackled the challenge of draping with chunky knits.

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Building his men’s wardrobe, the knitwear specialist kept things original without getting too arty.

Christian Wijnants paired chunky, boiled-wool sweaters with lightweight pants in a futuristic-looking silver fabric.

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Despite challenges, a new wave of Belgian brands has been gaining momentum while established names adapt to a younger crowd.

“I liked the idea of escapism, travelling,” said Wijnants.

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The label’s nascent men’s wear line continues to grow handsomely, with loose and easy cuts.

The designer focused on tailoring, offering a clean lineup that toggled between his signature, modern prints and monochrome looks.