PHILIP MICHAEL JACOBSON

Focussing on quality and cut of cloth, silhouette and proportion, colour and unique detail, Philip Michael Jacobson designs for his own contemporaries, a new generation of men.
PMJ’s time spent working for Christopher Shannon is evident in the relaxed, comfortable fit of garments and awareness for the potential of accessories and styling to create personal identity.

This Autumn/Winter 2013 collection, ‘Justice Void in Paradise’, sees an exciting use of unusual Toad leathers influenced by parallel themes of Raqib Shaw's exhibition 'Paradise Lost' and the mythology in legends of Ned Kelly and Dan 'Mad Dog' Morgan. The Toad leathers are used for detailing throughout as well as Toad lanyards.

With personal homage to his roots, PMJ’s colour schemes, cuts, detailing and mood are informed by the Ned Kelly Series created by fellow hybrid countryman, artist Sir Sidney Nolan, depicting the environment and pivotal events in the life of Australian outlaw, and national hero Ned Kelly.