February 14, 2025 |
TEN CRAVES IS OUR ONLINE SERIES THAT ROUNDS UP ALL THE BEST PRODUCT LAUNCHES AND MUST-KNOW FASHION HAPPENINGS WEEK IN, WEEK OUT.
Smythson’s New Notebooks
Celebrate the written word with the exquisite new season of Smythson notebooks. Drenched in vibrant summer shades – apple green, bright aqua and cerulean blue – each notebook is a masterpiece of craftsmanship.
Here, Smythson’s charm motifs join the collection, alongside titled notebooks featuring uplifting quotes to spark imagination. Encased in sumptuous cross-grain leather or striking crocodile-embossed textures, these notebooks exude sophistication. Inside, pristine pages await your thoughts, ideas and inspirations – an invitation to turn the everyday into something extraordinary. A Smythson notebook is more than stationery; it’s an indulgence, a statement and a timeless luxury that transforms the simple act of writing into pure pleasure. Alexander Bean
The 2025 LOEWE Foundation Craft Prize
The Loewe Foundation Craft Prize, established in 2016, celebrates excellence, innovation and artistic merit in contemporary craft. The 2025 edition showcases 30 shortlisted artists from 18 countries, selected from over 4,600 submissions. Their works span ceramics, jewellery, textiles, woodwork, glass, metal, furniture, paper-craft and lacquer, reflecting both traditional techniques and groundbreaking innovation. The finalists’ creations will be exhibited at Madrid’s Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum from May 30 to June 29. Envisioned by Loewe creative director Jonathan Anderson, the prize honours the house’s craft heritage while shaping the future of the field. AB
Little Simz Set To Curate Southbank Centre’s Meltdown Festival
Southbank Centre has announced Little Simz as the curator of the 30th edition of its renowned contemporary music festival, Meltdown, taking place from June 12-22. Joining a prestigious list of past curators, Little Simz will craft a groundbreaking lineup as well as performing herself. That said, the festival will feature unique performances, two weekends of free participatory programming and collaborations with grassroots collectives, transforming the Southbank Centre into an inclusive cultural hub.
Recognised as one of the UK’s most visionary artists, Little Simz has achieved critical and commercial success with albums like Grey Area, S.I.M.B.I., and No Thank You. Her electrifying live performances cement her as a defining force in contemporary music. AB
AMIRI and Maison MIHARA YASUHIRO go skeletal
Amiri and Maison Mihara Yasuhiro join forces for a limited-edition sneaker, merging their signature styles into one bold, skelatal design. Fusing Mihara’s handcrafted original sole and Amiri’s iconic Bones shoe, this collaboration is where Hollywood edge meets Tokyo innovation. Inspired by Takeshi Kitano’s film Brother, the campaign captures rebellious spirit in cinematic black-and-white. Available in two sleek colourways – white with black detailing and black with white – this exclusive drop lands at select Amiri stores worldwide and Maison Mihara Yasuhiro boutiques in Japan. AB
Fendi Invites you to join the Club
As Fendi nears its 100-year milestone, the Crest collection for spring/summer 2025 rebrands the maison’s legacy with a modern preppy twist. At its heart: the Fendi Crest – an emblem that brings the house’s history to life, featuring Penquin stripes, the FF logo, Janus and the infamous Fendi squirrel – turned club mascot. Across madras-checked suiting to striped polos and braided cashmere knits, the Fendi Crest becomes a symbol of collegiate cool and effortless luxury. Accessories, too, get the Crest treatment – from ties to canvas shoppers. It’s an emblematic icon for a new Fendi era. Talia Panayi
Issey Miyake serves up Fashion Set in Stone
Homme Plissé Issey Miyake unveils its autumn/winter 2025-26 collection, Lithology: The Curious Stones – an ode to the raw, enigmatic beauty of stone formations. Drawing inspiration from the sharp precision of polished gemstones to the rugged, organic textures of natural minerals, the collection reimagines these geological wonders through sculptural tailoring and voluminous silhouettes. A palette rooted in the earth – ranging from deep monochromes to electrifying magentas – echoes the diverse hues found in nature’s strata. Each piece is a tactile exploration of form, colour and texture, transforming fashion into a sensory journey through the elements. TP
DIALOGUE 4 – ALAÏA BY SEKLAOUI
The maison’s fourth page-turner, Alaïa by Seklaoui is a raw, intimate deep dive into the world of Pieter Mulier’s Alaïa, captured through the unfiltered lens of Anthony Seklaoui. Published by Mörel, this limited-edition visual diary peels back the layers of craftsmanship, obsession and emotion that shape the maison’s collections, culminating in Mulier’s final spring/summer 2025 show at the Guggenheim. To mark the launch, Alaïa is hosting an exclusive book signing at its new Paris flagship, 15 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, on February 13 at 7:00pm. TP
Graff Diamonds Are A Bride’s Best Friend
As the season of love approaches, Graff Bridal unveils its diamond selection – an exceptional collection that truly outshines them all. With stunning Cabochon Emerald Rings that radiate lush green elegance, breathtaking Yellow Diamond Suites that capture the light from every angle and elegant wedding bands that symbolise eternal love, Graff continues to set the standard for unmatched refinement and timeless beauty. For those who believe that nuptials aren’t complete without the perfect symbol of commitment, this collection proves that if you like it, you should definitely put a ring on it. TP
Linder Sterling’s ‘Danger Came Smiling’ Exhibition
This spring, The Hayward Gallery is presenting the debut London retrospective of acclaimed British artist Linder Sterling. Running until May 5 and dubbed Danger Came Smiling, the exhibition showcases five decades of her provocative work, from pioneering photomontages rooted in 1970s Manchester punk to new, unreleased pieces. Linder’s art challenges sexual commodification and gender stereotypes with playful irreverence and feminist critique, using sharp humour and her signature medical-grade scalpel. This exhibition invites a fresh exploration of identity, transformation and the poetics of protest. TP
Along for the Ride – Michael Rider to make Celine Debut
It’s official. Michael Rider will make his highly anticipated debut as Celine’s new artistic director with a runway show in Paris on July 6 at 2:30pm local time. Slotted between Men’s Fashion Week (June 24-29) and Couture Week (July 7-11), the show signals Celine’s return to a traditional runway format after Hedi Slimane’s cinematic presentations. While the collection details remain under wraps, expect a mix of menswear and womenswear, reflecting the former creative director of Polo Ralph Lauren’s legacy and his recent return to the house where he once worked alongside Phoebe Philo. It’s a fresh chapter for Celine – watch this space. TP
Simone Rocha and Selfridges Get Pretty in Pink
Selfridges welcomes you to the signature world of Simone Rocha with an exclusive pop-up at The Atrium on 2. The immersive space, framed by pink hues and Perspex accents, showcases menswear, womenswear and accessories from the Irish designer’s SS25 collection. Expect tulle, tinsel, bows and the iconic carnation motif, plus, for the first time, denim – complete with intricate pearl beading in a soft ivory colourway, available exclusively at Selfridges. It’s the perfect blend of pretty and poof, with plenty of pearls to go with it. Catch it in-store and online through March 23. TP
Fendi’s Newest Family Member
For spring/summer 2025, Fendi re-edits the Mamma Baguette – ushering in a new era for the beloved bit of arm candy. Supremely soft and effortlessly versatile, it moves with ease shaping itself to every moment throughout a electrifying campaign.
Directed and shot by the Scandebergs duo, the campaign is fronted by British pop star Jade Thirlwall in a filmic ode to spontaneity and style. Whether perched on a cherry red chaise longe, bathed in a powder blue backstage glow or stepping into the spotlight, the Mamma Baguette is always by her side. Featuring the maison’s staple baby-blue leather, a tactile drawstring closure and the iconic FF buckle subtly inlaid with leather, it’s the ultimate companion. Mamma is more than a bag – it’s a member of the Fendi family. TP
Top image: photography courtesy of Fendi.
