Dries Van Noten, the publicity-shy Belgian designer who founded his label in 1986 to become one of the world’s most successful independent creatives has carefully cultivated a path to happiness. At his Antwerp headquarters most of the staff cycle to work and the share their lunch breaks together, imbuing the team with an unrivalled camaraderie. Van Noten, an avid gardener, is a ruminative spirit who explores the luminous world between reality and dreams, present, past and future worlds.

His latest collection translates botanical visuals through an arts and crafts lens, looking at new forms of embellishment, fabric art and textile artists. His tapestry print bomber jackets and parrot print satin shorts and shirts are a favourite; both covetable for their stunning imagery and easy wearability.