Industry Update: Dispatches From The Fashion World
What you need to know about fashion, now.
From collaborations to new designers at major brands, here's the fashion industry news you need to know now.
Alexander McQueen Previews Its New Vision
Ahead of its show at Paris Fashion Week in a few weeks time, Alexander McQueen has teased its rephrased vision under its new creative director, Seán McGirr. A statement from the house read that it is 'embracing Alexander McQueen’s past to inform the present and future.'
This initial campaign photographed by Tommy Malekoff features models Debra Shaw and Frankie Rayder, both of whom have a long legacy of working with McQueen and its late founder, Lee McQueen.
The pair are photographed moving through a forest wearing chrome skull masks that reference the brand's long-time archetypal motif, playing with concealment and reveal of strength and identity. Clothing wise they wear tartan, tailoring and embellished pieces that call upon its founder's original aesthetic.
It added: 'The original McQueen logo, conceived by Lee McQueen over thirty years ago, is redrawn for a new era.'
Alexander McQueen Previews Its New Vision
Debra Shaw and Frankie Rayder photographed by Tommy Malekoff.
Alexander McQueen Previews Its New Vision
Frankie Rayder photographed by Tommy Malekoff.
Alexander McQueen Previews Its New Vision
Debra Shaw photographed by Tommy Malekoff.
Alexander McQueen Previews Its New Vision
Frankie Rayder photographed by Tommy Malekoff.
Burberry Takes Over Harrods
Gone is Harrods' signature green awning as Burberry has painted the landmark department store temporarily with a Knight Blue (its new signature hue under Daniel Lee's direction) makeover to coincide with the shop's 175th year on Brompton Road. Impressive from the outside, but it's well worth a journey indoors to discover a plethora of exclusive products including those found at the newly installed Burberry Camping Corner, like bottle openers, hot water bottles and even bespoke maps. From 1 to 29 February.
H&M Unveils Move Collection With RAYE
If a lack of (affordable) high performance and sleek workout gear is holding you back from your 2024 fitness journey, then you have no more excuses. H&M Move has teamed up with star of the moment RAYE to create exactly that. Including moisture-wicking, seamless leggings, medium support sports bras and water-repellent ski suits.
Ralph Lauren Artist in Residence: Naiomi Glasses
Ralph Lauren takes its role as an emblem of American design seriously, that's why last year they announced an Artist in Residence program to welcome artisans to work with the iconic fashion house's creative team (including Mr Lauren himself).
Naiomi Glasses, a seventh-generation Diné (Navajo) textile artist and designer, has been announced as the inaugural artist, and has worked over the year to create three seasonal, limited-edition product launches over 2024.
Celebrating Navajo designs and traditions, the first 32-piece drop is available from today, featuring embroidered denim, perfect Henley shirts and beautifully woven jumpers.
Roksanda Lights Up Amsterdam With A Fuchsia Pink Christmas Tree
Known for her colour blocking and innovative use of fabrics, it comes as no surprise that the Pulitzer Hotel in Amsterdam decided to collaborate with British based designer Roksanda to create their 2023 Christmas tree. The tree, which was unveiled at the hotel in the city's Nine Streets district on Thursday November 23, was revealed by Roksanda Ilinčić (plus her 'mini me' daughter, who was dressed in a matching coral outfit) and, as expected, was a celebration of colour. Lots and lots of colour. Bright pink bows, handmade from layers of tulle, covered every branch. Once lit, the tree becomes luminous in the hotel's garden courtyard - the perfect addition to Pulitzer's already playful interiors. As if Christmas wasn't joyful enough, you can't help but smile at the Pulitzer X Roksanda tree.
Make Your Favourite Fashionista's Christmas
Just when you thought you'd have to resolve to giving your most stylish friend another voucher for Christmas comes a sparkling new jewellery collection that's sure to delight. Launched today, Charles Jeffrey's Crazy Daizy collection has rings, earrings, necklaces and hairclips that bring together a kaleidoscope of gems with cheeky, characterful faces. Starting from £58, the whole collection is a great gifting option.
Marc Jacobs Brightens Covent Garden's Piazza
Covent Garden's famous Christmas decorations have got some fresh competition this year as Marc Jacobs has landed in town with a shining, metallic space-ship of a pop-up. Consider that Jacobs himself once declared shiny his favourite colour and it all makes sense.
Unmissable in the heart of the Piazza, it will host the brand's resort collection that happens to be full to the brim with covetable gifts that you'll recognise from its latest campaign starring Kim Kardashian. One Crystal Canvas Mini Tote for them, One Crystal Canvas Mini Tote for me is our plan for purchasing. Open until 3 December.
Theory’s New Campaign Colours A Polished Yet Bold Entry Into Autumnal Style
Earth tones imbue the latest Theory campaign. Inspired by the subtle colours flirting around this autumn – and featuring carmen red, the shade of the season – the ready-to-wear is refined but with an arty edge. Spearhead by the creative director Francesco Fucci, the Shades of Fall campaign features models wearing everything from suede mocha-brown jackets sans collar to an entirely fiery tailored outfit with metallic pumps and a cashmere-wool ivory shift dress. Think of it as the ideal office staple and a sundown go-to all at once.
A helping hand comes from esteemed New York-based artists who provide a thought-provoking element to the campaign which was intentionally launched during Frieze London this month. Interdisciplinary artist Wanda Koop calls the crimson shade saturated throughout the collection is the ‘most powerful and passionate’ colour while painter and ceramicist Julia Chiang’s musings on the espresso shade place it as an ode to life: ‘Brown is what we’re made of, the things that protect us, the things that we love, it’s so many feelings and so alive’.
Pink Pantheress And Model Kiko Mizuhara Usher In ECCO's New Era
When it comes to dream teams, it might not get much better than Gen Z poster child and musician Pink Pantheress and model Kiko Mizuhara. The duo are onhand to welcome ECCO's new chapter with lauded designer Natacha Ramsay-Levi, and celebrate their 60th anniversary in the process, appearing in the latest campaign.
The former Chloe creative designer initially connected with the family-run footwear brand via their rolling designer-collaboration programme At.Kollektive. The relationship has now evolved into Ramsay-Levi creating a standalone line of fifteen styles. Sure to make an impact are the pink and carmine-red ballet/trainer hybrids and vibrant heeled pumps existing in stark white, black and a pink hue that Barbie fans everywhere will fawn over. The evidence? Mia Regan has already taken to her Instagram to show off her pair.
Christian Louboutin Brings An Immersive Dance Performance To Paris Fashion Week
Putting on a show isn’t something Christian Louboutin does by halves – and this Paris Fashion Week was no different. To usher in their SS24 collection, the iconic brand staged a performance in the renowned Grand Amphitheatre of La Sorbonne in the city, joining forces with Moroccan artist Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui – Beyoncé and Lady Gaga are a few of his famous collaborators – and sixteen dance performers.
Inspired by the relationship between humans and technology, an avatar of lead dancer Viktoria Modesta, a performing artist, musician, and creative director, wearing Louboutin’s trademark spikes as a prosthetic encrusted with crystals appeared on multiple LED screens. Another highlight included the dancers banding together to perform a beautiful sequence soundtracked by an Arabic love poem, clad in black bodysuits, trousers and those classic red-sole boots festooned in rhinestones.
‘Dance is universal. In any culture, dance has its own special resonance,’ said Christian Louboutin of the stellar show. ‘Sidi Larbi did this amazing mix of styles and culture. That is something I also cherish in my work.’
Chandon Garden Spritz Launches Its First Pop-Up Bar At Selfridges
Summer might be (almost) over, but for those not willing to accept that sad reality, we come bearing exciting news for you. Chandon Garden Spritz — the summer aperitif to end all summer aperitifs — has unveiled its debut pop-up bar in the heart of Selfridges, and it’s the perfect dose of summer to round off this year’s sunny season. The drink in question, in case you’re unfamiliar, is a refreshing blend of Chandon sparkling wine and orange bitter liqueur, which comes served with a sprig of rosemary and garnished with an orange slice. Bottoms up.
From August 29 to September 10, 2023.
Louis Vuitton Launches New Icon Bag Called The LV GO-14
If you're on the hunt for a decidedly new but totally classic designer bag then look no further than Louis Vuitton's latest offering - the LV GO-14. Designed by Nicolas Ghesquière for the fashion house's SS15 collection, the LV GO-14 has been reinterpreted ready for the swinging twenties. Featuring its iconic Malletage lines, bold LV lettering and coming in three sizes and multiple hues, you'll need to head to a Louis Vuitton store to get your hands on one.
Dior Pop-Up Stores At Harrods
In honour of the friendship forged with Harrods over nearly seventy years, Dior is launching a series of pop-up boutiques in the department store, which will feature Maria Grazia Chiuri’s autumn-winter 2023-2024 Dior ready-to-wear collection.
The first recreates the warm cocoon of a library dressed in the Plan de Paris motif and inspired by a scarf designed by Monsieur Dior in the 1950s. The second, a gift shop, invites visitors to find the perfect present to delight their loved ones. And the final one you'll find a series of irresistible leather goods in a cabinet of curiosities.
From August 4 to 27, 2023.
Swarovski X Disney
What happens if one of the largest crystal houses joins forces with Disney to celebrate its 100th anniversary? Well, you get the opportunity to win a glass slipper even Cinderella wouldn't dare part with. To mark the momentous anniversary, Disney is hosting a charitable auction – starting this month – with the Make-A-Wish foundation and has invited esteemed talent running the gamut of fashion, film, art and music to contribute 100 Disney-inspired pieces, which will be auctioned off every week. Swarovski's global creative director, Giovanna Engelbert, is offering a reimagined slipper akin to the iconic crystalline pump seen in the 2015 Disney remake of Cinderella starring Lily James. If you miss out on the pellucid slipper, keep your eyes peeled for homeware and lifestyle pieces dropping later in the year as part of the Swarovski X Disney partnership, too.
Leandra Medine X Soeur
Dubbed by French brand Soeur as 'the most french of all American influencers', Leandra Medine (founder of shuttered site ManRepeller and now Cafe Leandra) has worked with the brand on a summer capsule. Made up of buttery yellow shirting and pistachio silks, the eight-piece collection will help you look chic during the hot months all the way from Paris to the streets of Manhattan.
Beyoncé's Renaissance Flagship
For those who missed out on coveted tour tickets, don't worry, Beyoncé is opening up her on-stage Renaissance experience to all with a retail space and exhibition. Unveiled this morning (May 30), FLANNELS X hosts the IRL (on Oxford Street) and online 'Renaissance Flagship'.
For those looking to take home a slice of Renaissance magic, epic tour merchandise is available (our favourite being the 'Cuff It' tee), and for those in a more contemplative mood, head downstairs to see Beyoncé and Olivier Rousteing's co-designed Balmain collection until everything is whisked away come June 5.
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