The Autumn/Winter 2024 collection from Engineered Garments is a secret sneak through Daiki Suzuki’s personal wardrobe, showing his evolution as a designer and drawing on the deep influences that have shaped his journey. As the final part of a trilogy following the FW23 and SS24 collections, this season sees Daiki wrapping up his exploration of the styles that have defined his life, delivering a lineup that’s as reflective as it is forward-thinking.
Initially, Daiki was drawn to the ruggedness of heavy-duty Ivy League style, something which he’s covered in his previous couple of ranges. But for Autumn (ok, Fall)/Winter 2024, Daiki switches gears, diving into the world of 1980s Japanese designers—a period that left a lasting mark on his sartorial DNA.
Having immersed himself in American clothing and culture, his evolution saw him take in more native designs from Japan, with his focus on cutting-edge stuff from CDG for example. With function remaining a key part of his interests, Daiki was particularly into their take on traditional workwear and military uniforms, which had been elaborated on and used as a starting point for something more experimental.Around the same time, Daiki’s cultural tastes broadened, soaking up the vibes from films like Last Year at Marienbad and The Third Man, alongside a soundtrack of post-punk and new-wave tunes—all of which fed into his creative mindset.
The Fall/Winter 2024 collection is Daiki’s trip down memory lane, blending the styles and influences that shaped his youth with his current design philosophy. You’ll find all the classic Engineered Garments silhouettes you know and love, but reworked with a nod to 1980s Japanese fashion—think unconventional closures, daring proportions, and textiles that push the envelope, all while staying true to the brand’s core identity.
Take a closer look at this first drop of EG for this season here.
