Everything We Know So Far About Manu Rios’ Fashion Label ‘CARRER’
Manu Rios has been a celebrity that has always been connected to the fashion industry in some way. If you have not seen him on various campaigns or purchased his capsules in collaborations with other brands, then you would probably know him on Youtube which is where his fame originated. Known as a singer on Youtube who adventured into acting on television like popular tv series ‘Elite’, he has basked in various different areas of performance, encapsulating the public in his grace and beauty online. Now, he has taken ownership into his own hands, co-founding a fashion label called CARRER with stylist and content creator Marc Forne.
“CARRER means street. And street means ready-to-wear.” details the biography of the official website located here. “We harness our inspiration from vintage and streetwear wardrobe basics, re-interpretation pieces that stood the test of time by remaining a staple of versatility. We aim to create genderless reworked classics with a timeless flair, driven by a nostalgic allure that will remain current for years to come.” With a focus on comfort and utilitarianism when it comes to the construction of the garments, both Manu Rios and Marc Forne are greatly motivated to create collections that are long-lasting and deeply inspired by their own motivations and references.
Their launching collection is inspired by their own wardrobes, an easier launch theme that sets a precedent of the foundational styling for the brand. Focusing on ‘daily basis’ clothing rather than red carpet or more avant-grade statements, both Manu Rios and Marc Forne put a capsule collection together to create their launch, detailing their clientele being a person “who is stylish but also wants to live in comfort.” This release featured Henley shirts, hats, bomber jackets and cargos, all in various neutral shades that cost between 45 to 250 euros.
Almost immediately you can see a focus on workwear. In the luxury market, there is a lack of utility when it comes to coats and trousers, and with the theme reminiscent of a working environment, creates a vocal point on usability as the unique selling point for the brand. With earth tones also being the main colourway for a-lot of the collection, this showcases a focus on work-appropriate attire, giving genderless neutrality a subtle approach rather than a screaming statement. An example of this is Barrau Jacket in Deep Taupe, which is a contemporary take on the classic Harrington Jacket. This garment has a central zip with a leather puller, as well as elasticated cuffs that change the silhouette of the jacket. With an internal pocket and external ones for utility and design, this piece is perfect for those who work outside or need an extra layer of clothing in colder climates. In the fashion industry at the moment, more neutral skin tones are being used as a colourway to keep brands more inclusive to people who want to wear garments closer to their complexion. This move towards merging together genderless and neutral tones is a sign of inclusivity and softness for the brand.
We are excited to see where this fashion label can go. It may be the future for Manu Rios, but we wonder if that means that fashion will be his main focus moving forward. Click the link here to see the full e-commerce site.