Frederick Anderson: Resort 2025 Collection

Frederick Anderson was his usual affable, exuberant self during a morning visit to his Manhattan studio and boutique. However, despite his upbeat demeanor, he expressed that he wasn’t in a celebratory mood, attributing it to the current political landscape in the States. Despite this, Anderson emphasized the importance of moving on and living our lives, which influenced his latest resort 2025 collection.

The collection showcased Anderson’s signature style of lace, ruffles, and a predominantly black color palette. However, this time, he opted for a more understated approach without the elaborate embellishments seen in his previous collections.

One of the highlights of the collection was Anderson’s exploration of nontraditional textile pairings, as seen in a black and white boatneck gown with lace detailing and a white jersey bodice. Another standout piece was an empire silhouette dress featuring a black beaded V-neck and vine-embroidered tulle.

Despite being a relatively young brand, Anderson expressed that his eponymous label was gaining momentum. He mentioned his love for jumpsuits and hinted at a potential jumpsuit-focused collection in the future. In this season’s collection, he showcased a high-waist sequin pants paired with a lambskin open-back halter, as well as incorporating leather and vegan leather in various pieces.

With many of Anderson’s clients heading to Palm Beach for the winter, he noted a shift in attitude among them, moving away from traditional resort wear like Lilly Pulitzer. Instead, they may opt for Anderson’s oversized watercolor floral prints featured in dresses and high-waist trousers. Vibrant teal Bermuda shorts and a sheer gown adorned with faux pearl beads added a touch of glamour to the collection.

Despite the luxurious elements, Anderson maintained a sense of restraint in his designs, reflecting the current mood of the times. He emphasized the importance of dressing appropriately and tastefully, steering away from overly flashy styles. In his own words, “You really don’t want to be running around in hot pants and acting like the world is fabulous.”