New to Wild Life this week is the work of Daniel Andresen, a German knitwear designer with a penchant for tactility. Based in Antwerp, Daniel established his namesake label nearly two decades ago after working in the ateliers of Haider Ackermann and Hilde Frunt. In addition to his studio background, he is also a graduate of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts–a prestigious institution known for educating some of the most tenacious and thoughtful designers in the industry, such as Ann Demeulemeester and Dries Van Noten.
Daniel considers comfort the foundation of confidence and self-awareness—a tenet that informs his design process. While the construction of his work is precise, the silhouettes are relaxed and casual. Each piece is soft and texturally complex, handknit from plush, natural fibers such as cashmere, camel and yak. Signature to the handmade, each varies slightly in form and finish.
One of the most delightful things about working with Daniel Andresen has been the ability to really, truly customize our buy. While in the showroom, we touched and tried on all the different pieces before selecting the specific weights and colors of the yarns. We sought a largely neutral palette (with a pop of cherry red and sky blue) to emulate the natural tones of the Southwest… which was ultimately the perfect match for shooting in the desert with Sita!
