[Fashion Preview] Umit Benan Fall/Winter 2014

Designer Umit Benan showcased his Fall/Winter 2014 collection for the first time during Paris Fashion Week. Doing something rather different, he created an old-school baseball field as he dedicated his latest collection to Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play in Major League Baseball. Using the occasion to attach a letter to varsity jackets, coats and more, a sporty spirit was reinforced throughout the collection. Relaxed silhouettes provided easy suiting that transitioned into quilted essentials sprinkled amongst more substantial pieces.
The beautiful pieces are even more intriguing because all of his models were African-American males. That's rare for some high-end fashion designers to do, but pushing the envelop is definitely the key to fashion.
Check out his collection below as is premiered on the runway.