August 19, 2022 |
TEN CRAVES IS OUR ONLINE SERIES THAT ROUNDS UP ALL THE BEST PRODUCT LAUNCHES AND MUST-KNOW FASHION HAPPENINGS WEEK IN, WEEK OUT.
HARRODS UNVEILS “MEN’S GROOMING, FRAGRANCE AND SUNGLASSES” ROOM
Since 1834, Harrods has had its grip on the globe as the greatest department store retail could possibly offer with the fashion industry’s best, all in one place. It comes as no surprise then that Harrods has just unveiled its ultimate one-stop-shop-shopping experience for men, to take them from shower, to shave to setting spritz. Simply labelled the Men’s Sunglasses, Grooming and Fragrance division, the brand new retail space comes in addition to the ADAM Grooming Atelier service. Situated on the second floor, the atmospheric area encapsulates everything a man could ever need; from the metal trim checkerboard marble floors to the slickest of shades and access to the skincare routine of dreams. Designed by David Collins Studio, the space also features a plush private room for customers to test out sunnies and a Smart Shopper screen that offers digital try-ons. Brought to Harrods by Italian eyewear conglomerate Luxottica Group, the space features Europe’s largest male-directed David Clulow sunglass boutique with over 500 sunnies on display.
This next phase arrives in keeping with a variety of store-wide redevelopments traversing departments and expanding Harrods’ exclusive, luxury merchandising. Hence, a plethora of innovative labels making their way inside the store, including Retro Super Future, Dita, and Cazal in the eyewear department; Escentric Molecules, Humanity Cosmetics and Murdock in regards to grooming; Tom Ford and Creed in the fragrance corners and more. Emily Phillips
Paolo Roversi photographs Alexander McQueen’s latest campaign
September’s around the corner, meaning a new load of glossies are about to grace newsstands – including the next issues of 10 and 10 Men, we must add ;). With this, of course, brings a fresh slew of ad campaigns, and Alexander McQueen’s AW22 offering isn’t to be missed. Shot by the legendary Paolo Roversi, the hazy shots capture all the dark, twisted beauty which has come to define the brand entirely.
Photography courtesy of Alexander McQueen
NICHOLAS DALEY TURNS UP THE MUSIC FOR AW22
Rooted in the energy, aesthetic and attitude of hard Black rock, punk, funk, blues and West Coast psychedelia, Nicholas Daley’s AW22 collection, dubbed Dark Haze, has just launched online with an eclectic campaign to accompany it. Particularly fixated on the guitar, contemporary sonic references include Ho99o9, Sam Akpro, Mansur Brown, and Wu-Lu make up this season’s ephemeral, distorted soundscape and clothing collection.
Fit for the stage, Daley’s garms examine the power and flamboyance of costume, boasting an amalgamation of anti-establishment and anti-fashion references. Featuring the illustrative work of Gaurab Thakali and Ollie Dove, as well as the craftsmanship of london-based ateliers, Canadian footwear manufacturer Viberg, weather-proofing material specialists Halley Stevensons, Highland tartan weavers Lochcarron, and silks by Stephen Walters and Sons, Daley was also inspired by his own vinyls and music memorabilia. EP
Photography courtesy of Nicholas Daley
FRED PERRY GETS SOULFUL WITH RAF SIMONS
In celebration of the Northern England counter culture alongside the energy and freedom of our youth, the two trailblazing labels have joined forces for a sporty streetwear capsule: think polos, oversized sweats, denim twinsets, Harrington jackets, blazers, collector’s parkas and more. Built from a black base and enlivened by the pastel highlight patches sewn-on all over the garments, these specially invented fantasy embroideries evoke the vinyls of completely imaginary soul record labels, artists and songs. Explore the collection now and shop here. EP
Photography courtesy of Fred Perry
XOUXOU BAGS ARE BACK
Since 2016, Yara Jentzsch Dib, the director of Berlin-based brand, XouXou, has designed modular solutions for everyday life on the go, and has cultivated a place where fashion meets technology. What started as a small selection of cell phone accessories is now offering an expansive handbag range so you can take on your day-to-day, hands-free. Rendered in moss, burgundy, black and chalk, there are three just-out satchel styles – the Padded Tote bag, the Shoulder Bag and the Crossbody Bag.
With a do-it-all ideology, the hot-of-the-fire Padded Tote is a generously spacious, quilted carryall with six organisational compartments, and velcro fastenings. Revived from the XouXou archives, the Shoulder and Crossbody Bags come in a trio of fresh colourways with new and improved lanyard straps, additional inner storage and sturdier fastenings. All the bags are made from water-repellent Econyl® yarn – a recyclable regenerated nylon – in a bid to be ecologically conscious. Now available on the label’s ecommerce site, get ready to take on the day with ease and peace of mind with XouXou’s latest bombshell bags. Shop here. EP
Photography courtesy of XouXou
CONVERSE UNVEILS A TRIO OF NEW STYLES
You can’t ever go wrong with a pair of Converse, and the brand’s latest releases are no exception. A trio of new Chuck silhouettes – the Chuck 70 AT-CX, Run Star Legacy and Chuck Lugged 2.0 CC HI – put fit, form and function at the forefront. Utilising the brand’s CX technology, each of the new additions to the Converse fam are driven by comfort and movement. Shop here.
Photography courtesy of Converse
JIMMY CHOO ACADEMY ANNOUNCES INAUGURAL LFW SHOW WITH ITS PREMIER MA GRADUATE DESIGNERS
Jimmy Choo’s Mayfair-based JCA education centre has just revealed its plan to host an inaugural London Fashion Week catwalk on the evening of September 19 alongside its designer-in-residence and sustainability ambassador, Patrick McDowell. Cultivating creativity and championing professional working, the JCA show is set to open with the uncanny SS23 collection from Patrick McDowell – inspired by the “let them eat cake” orientation of Marie Antoinette and juxtaposed with his own Liverpudlian background – the MA students will follow in close procession. At the show you can expect to see Melissa Kate’s demi-couture Hollywood glam, Annabelle Barton’s Size-A for petite women, Maryam Orchid’s Caribbean-inspired luxury footwear, Angels Wear Nada’s upcycled denim by Noon Khouri, and Sophie Park’s plant-based shoes. Following the showcase, a commemorative party will commence interwoven between an exhibition of student work across three storeys of the JCA’s Grade I period building and historical site, at 20 Hanover square. EP
Photography courtesy of Jimmy Choo Academy
DIOR’S VIRAL TIKTOK, TRANSFER-PROOF LIPSTICK IS HERE
Dior Beauty has just revealed its star selection of cosmetics for the new season and taking the crown, no doubt, is its first transfer-proof bullet lipstick. For just £35, the 22 saturated hues of Rouge Dior Forever create the perfect pucker and all feature a soft, matte finish for the most marvellous of velvety kisses.
What’s really special about the brand new rouge is its extremely long, 16-hour wear that has already gained viral popularity amongst TikTok beauty-influencers and common content creators alike. As for the dressing, a couture-like case with an ultra-matte midnight blue finish gives the product Dior’s luxury touch. Shop here. EP
Photography courtesy of Dior
Eastpak and Undercover unite for a sophomore collaboration
For their second team-up, Eastpak and Jun Takahashi have envisioned a trio of distinct styles made from recycled materials. Available primary green, yellow and red, alongside black, grey and navy, the collection includes a double-pocketed backpack, as well as a holdall and a crossbody – each stamped with “Chaos / Balance”. Shop here.
Photography courtesy of Eastpak
MARNI MARKET BAGS MASTER SUMMER
From that Sunday morning farmers market you love, to sandy summer days spent on the beach, Marni’s brand new, limited-edition Market Bag collection is the end-of-season enhancer you need. For wherever the sun takes you, the eclectic collection of crochet bags boast high-quality craftsmanship to the max, and coming in an array of effervescent colours – including grass green, burgundy, rose petal pink, natural, tangerine, crimson and more – they’re sure to brighten up a bad day. Shop now. EP
Photography courtesy of Marni
JW ANDERSON GETS SLIMY
Sublimely slimy, JW Anderson has just dropped a casual capsule collection full to the brim with basic tees, button-ups and sweats. Plastered across the chest or printed on one side, the British brand name is a dripping fluorescent green polymer, like toxic-waste or sour candy. Unleash your inner child and play away. Shop online and in select stores. EP
Photography courtesy of JW Anderson
Top image courtesy of Harrods.
