John Bartlett Gets Dirty With His New Collection

Standing on risers made of reclaimed wood, models in John Bartlett's fall collection presentation had their faces smeared with dirt. Some were barefoot, some were wearing rubber boots, and all appeared to be just off the farm. An organic, vegan-friendly farm, that is.

This fall marks the second anniversary of Bartlett's turn to veganism after the heavy use of animal furs in fashion made him re-think things. Using mostly up-cycled fabrics and materials, Bartlett has managed to keep the quality and classic masculinity his clothes are known for.

Shying away from the dark, somber hues that usually dominate men's fall fashion, Bartlett presented a collection inspired by Hudson Bay Blankets, using rich red, greens, and yellows. His tailored black watch plaid shirts and vests, in deeper shades of green and red than we saw last year, offered a more understated alternative to the hipster lumberjack aesthetic currently thriving in Brooklyn and beyond. Some traditional fall colors were still represented, however, with comfortable-looking henleys and union suits in chocolate brown and off white. Also back this fall was his plaid trench coat, a piece he says his one of his fall staples. See Marco Ovando's photos from the collection below.