July 8, 2022 |
TEN CRAVES IS OUR ONLINE SERIES THAT ROUNDS UP ALL THE BEST PRODUCT LAUNCHES AND MUST-KNOW FASHION HAPPENINGS WEEK IN, WEEK OUT.
Marc Jacobs Lands In London
Summer is the best time for shopping. The weather is warm, you don’t have to strip off layers just to try something on, and you can strut down the street, branded bags in hand, without fear of rain, sleet or snow – talk about easy breezy. That’s why we’re so excited about the brand new Marc Jacobs store in London that opened last week. Situated at 110 Regent Street, just a stone’s throw from Ten Towers, it’s the bright pink neon signs and the custom-built monogram photo booth that make the 2666 sq ft store something special. An immersive experience in its essence, the launch also features a fleet of London’s black cabs and double-decker buses wrapped in Marc Jacobs monogram, so keep your eyes peeled if you’re heading to the city any time soon. What are you waiting for? It’s time for summer spending. Emily Phillips
Delfina Delettrez Fendi Presents The Ultimate Ice Cream Cone
Delfina Delettrez is mad for indulgence. Her debut ‘objet d’art’ launched earlier this week in Paris via a vivacious jade green chariot that rolled around outside the couture shows. So, if you were running from show to show under the blazing Parisian sun in desperate need of a glacial refreshment, the Delfina’s Shiso Swirl ice cream by Folderol available at the cart to promote the launch had you covered. Crafted from antibacterial sterling silver, the Cono 925 – as its aptly named – fits right in with the quirky and kitsch adornments that Delettrez is so known for – without being passé. The metallic cone is a novelty, utterly nostalgic and drawing us straight back to balmy beach evenings and carefree summer nights. When it comes to the Cono 925, we all scream for ice cream! EP
JW Anderson and the Tom of Finland foundation Celebrate Pride
JW Anderson has just announced its third partnership with the Tom of Finland Foundation following the banging success of the brand’s prior collabs with the institution. In case you’re not already in the know, Tom of Finland was a Finnish multimedia artist renowned for his hyper-masculine, homoerotic creations. Since the 1940s, his iconic post-war imagery depicting gay culture has contributed to promoting healthier, more tolerant attitudes toward sexuality. The Tom of Finland Foundation works to preserve this work and offer a safe space for all sexually-positive imagery of its kind. Built from ready-to-wear, underwear, accessories and a standout jockstrap, the artists’ ‘working drawings’ – a series of rough, unfinished pencil drawings – are plastered across the classical garms Jonathan Anderson has put on offer. Shop the collection online and at JW Anderson’s Soho flagship store. EP
Alexander McQueen Looks To The Stars For Menswear SS23
Looking for some elevated summer suiting? Alexander McQueen’s got you covered. For its SS23 menswear offering, the label brings the cosmos down to Earth. With a streamlined focus on structure, deconstructed and reconstructed again, the expertly tailored suits on display are anything but redundant, featuring cool cutouts, asymmetric accents and eclectic embellishments. With science in mind and the night sky at the tips of her fingers, Sarah Burton crafts dazzling, demure prints that ooze with a galactic glow and an aura of starlight. Explore the collection here. EP
Drink up with Havana Club 7 and Burna Boy
Parched for a drink? Havana Club 7 and Burna Boy have got just the fix. Coming together for a limited edition dark rum bottle, the Nigerian rapper has dressed its tinted glass bottle in traditional African motifs. Multi-coloured stripes run down the centre print, while visually textured tassels decorate the perimeter. Its design is inspired by Nigerian cultural headgear and is finalised with the rapper’s handwritten name. Shop now at your local UK supermarket. Andrea Sacal
BOTTER TAKE HOME THE 2022 ANDAM PRIZE
A massive congratulations are in order for Lisi Herebrugh and Rushemy Botter of Parisian label Botter, who took home the grand prize at this year’s ANDAM awards. The duo were awarded a cash prize of €300,000 (cha-ching) and mentoring from Chanel president Bruno Kavlovsky, Instagram’s Eva Chen and e-tailer Mytheresa. The likes of Robert Wun and Bluemarble also took home prizes on the night.
Go back in time with Moschino
In true Moschino fashion, Jeremy Scott has gathered up a cohort of iconic models to star in his AW22 womenswear campaign. Drawing inspiration from the 1968 film 2001: A Space Odyssey, Imaan Hammam, Iris Law, Mariacarla Boscono and more sit together, dressed in dramatic gowns, exaggerated headpieces and quirky decorations that depict the concept of time itself. AS
EXCLUSIVE CRAIG GREEN GOODIES ARRIVE AT DOVER STREET MARKET LONDON
Who doesn’t want a bit of exclusive Craig Green in their wardrobe? Arriving at Dover Street Market, a series of conceptual woollen looks from the designer’s comeback AW22 catwalk show are available to shop at the beloved London retailer now. Priced at £1590 each, the pieces are available in red, orange and green colourways. It’s like a luxe pick and mix!
