Gas prices are crazy, but Diesel is crazier

Maddie Shean & Joe Hanlon

Glen Martens didn’t just take over Diesel, he re-lit a renaissance. When you imagine the world of high fashion, the first thing that comes to mind is probably not your favorite pair of worn-in jeans. However, this Spring’s Glenn Martens debut Fall/Winter 22 Diesel show might make you think twice. The pairing of utilitarian fabrics with exaggerated silhouettes atypical to denim conventions has, in our opinion, secured Diesel a seat at the table amongst this season's hottest and most innovative ready-to-wear shows. From his billowing hand-shredded denim trench coat to the Diesel branded leather micro-mini skirts, Martens has taken some of the most universal and everyday fabrics and seamlessly integrated them into the world of high fashion. 

Martens does not sacrifice luxury silhouettes, but rather, transforms their materiality through unconventional choices of denim, cotton, and leather. He turns the familiar into the extraordinary without departing from Diesel’s casual roots. Loose-fitting low-rise jeans were no stranger to the runway. These staple pieces were given new life when paired with sheer mesh tops, bold graphic tees, and satin button-ups. The early 2000s are clearly referenced but not beaten to death. We love the casual but exciting nature of the show and could imagine wearing any of the outfits to fabulous events. However, Diesel is expensive: how can we integrate these forms and influences into our own fashion? We don’t have to reinvent the wheel. Basically, the rules are anything goes—give monochromatic, serve all denim vibes, and literally where whatever the fuck you want! You will look hot, like diesel on fire.