December 13, 2024 |
TEN CRAVES IS OUR ONLINE SERIES THAT ROUNDS UP ALL THE BEST PRODUCT LAUNCHES AND MUST-KNOW FASHION HAPPENINGS WEEK IN, WEEK OUT.
Takasi Murakami reimagines traditional Japanese art in new exhibition
Housed in its Grosvenor Hill gallery, London’s Gagosian unveils a new exhibition presented by Takashi Murakami dubbed Japanese Art History a la Takashi Murakami. The Tokyo born and raised polymath – who triumphs on his playful anime-inspired cartoons – offers his own ‘Murakamized’ interpretations of traditional Japanese paintings as a means to comment on the Westernisation of Japan’s ancient legacy. Weaving his way through an array of iconic Japanese landmarks: the mythical gardens of Kyoto, Daigoji Temple’s cherry blossom and more, Murakami’s signature ‘Mr. DOB’ character and other familiar flower faces dot themselves around the reimagined paintings. The exhibition will be on view between December 10, 2024 and March 8, 2025, with limited-edition catalogues documenting the artist’s 2022 exhibition from the Gagosian New York also up for grabs. Freya Goodchild-Bridge
Rakuchū-Rakugai-zu Byōbu: Iwasa Matabei RIP, 2023–24 © 2023-2024 Takashi Murakami/Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved Photo: Kei Okano, courtesy of Gagosian
Alighieri teams up with British Pregnancy Advisory Service
Modern heirloom and jewellery visionary, Alighieri, is siding with women in an all new charity collaboration. With its poetic pieces ranging from ancient ritual to celestially inspired, the London jewellery brand is doing far more for its buyers than building their collection of shining accessories this Christmas. Throughout December, 10 per cent of all online sales will be donated to the British Pregnancy Advisory Service, known as the UK’s current largest abortion provider, delivering 100,000 abortions yearly.
Founder Rosh Mahtani OBE crafted her brand as a place of light amongst darkness, and following her own experience of abortion, felt obliged to help others in a similar position. “As women’s rights across the world continue to be under threat, it feels all the more crucial to raise awareness and proceeds for charities that support and campaign for women’s health – whilst they still remain perilously underfunded. This Christmas, two years later, it felt really important to me that when buying an Alighieri gift, a piece of that would go towards supporting women,” said Mahtani.
Play your part. Shop here Izabelle Pullin
Issey Miyake’s accessories line debuts in London
First launched in 2018, Good Goods Issey Miyake is officially landing in the big smoke, having made its debut in London on December 2.
Miyake’s accessories line, Good Goods initially made waves in Japan with a mission statement centred around complementing the needs of the wearer and works in tandem with the goings-on of day-to-day life using traditionally handcrafted techniques like twisting, knitting and weaving. Here, four different iterations of bags see themselves intertwine with traditional Japanese techniques: the Fuwa Fuwa bag, for example, is crafted entirely from a single rectangular piece of fabric, inspired by Japanese noragi work jackets. In variations of turquoises, charcoal greys, coral pinks and olive greens, Good Goods Issey Miyake makes the perfect partner for life’s everyday activities.
To mark the arrival of Good Goods Issey Miyake in London, a special installation titled Kufu is currently on view at the Issey Miyake on 33 Brook. Go get your bag! FGB
FENDI is yelling ‘Timber’ with new ‘Aenigma’ collection by Lewis Kemmenoe
Much like the name of the collection, Fendi’s newest collaboration with British furniture designer, Lewis Kemmenoe is a riddle, or rather a puzzle to piece together. Having opened the showcase of collectible treasures at Design Miami / 2024, the Aenigma line fuses the designer’s bold, avant-garde vision with Fendi’s craftsmanship, transforming timber, stone and polished metal into striking art pieces. The range features three chairs, a wall panel, vases, lamps, a table, a cabinet and perhaps most exciting of all, a reworked Fendi Peekaboo bag – each a testament to this collaborative craftsmanship. Organic components like wood, bark, alabaster and stone merge seamlessly with aluminium and brass, while patchworked timber panelling evokes the intricate outlines of garment patterns. IP
All aboard for Louis Vuitton’s naval inspired pre-fall collection
Bon voyage, Louis Vuitton fans! The French fashion house is presenting its autumn/winter 2025 men’s pre-collection by Pharrell Williams, setting sail to the golden age of Transatlantic travel that bound Paris and Miami together back in the 19th century. Harking back to the days of dandyism, Williams instils his contemporary stamp onto the pre-fall men’s collection by dividing it into two parts: the sea and the sand. The results are splendid. Double-breasted blazers bathe in naval colour palettes or boating patterns that mimic the Monogram Regatta print. A series of re-imagined dandy suits pair themselves with sailor-style berets, silk bandanas and paisley stoles. Elsewhere, decorated by hotel key charms, leather trunk-like accessories feature the Heritage Monogram motifs with metal accents. Steering Louis Vuitton’s ship, Williams anchors together a carefully created collection, filled with expert tailoring, luxury loungewear and naval-nuances. FGB
Make the ‘Time and Space’ for the all the new Bianca Saunders concept pop-up
Alongside the River Thames in Deptford, lies the Bianca Saunders x Time and Space’s new pop-up – a private, appointment-only studio and showroom looking to reshape how we engage with exhibitions. In line with Time and Space’s vision for reimagining experiences, this collaboration, supported by Found Pop and Las Olas, unveils a dynamic creative space that fuses furniture, art and fashion. It showcases the AW24 Bianca Saunders collection, curated archive treasures and incredible objects and furniture pieces inspired by the bold styles of the ’60s and ’70s. In line with the Renditions Talk series, the event will be hosting speakers including Saunders herself, as well as Shanti Bell, architect Jayden Ali and other, the space offers an element of interactivity to accompany your curated fashion or furniture shops. The Pop-Up will be open until December 22, seven days a week between 11am and 7pm. IP
Photography by Anna Stokland. Taken from Issue 52 of 10 Men – COMMUNITY, BELONGING, UPLIFTING.
Le Monde Béryl and Diemme Join Forces
London’s beloved shoe brand, Le Monde Beryl – renowned for its iconic ballet flats and Mary Janes – is stepping into a new territory in its new collaboration with Diemme, unveiling the all-new Dolomite Boot. Available in black and brown suede, the Dolomite boasts a 100 per cent natural lamb shearling lining and a rugged rubber sole. Handcrafted in Diemmes’ family-run factory in Onè di Fonte, Veneto, Italy, each pair is limited-edition, allowing for a release that is as functional as it is fashionable. Out now, the Dolomite Boot is a true statement of quality and Italian flair. Shop here. IP
Puma partner with Feben to make room for charity, Sistah Space
While life drawing might sound like an intimidatingly bare-bones affair, Feben and Puma are here to ease your nerves and enhance community connections with a stylistic twist. In support of and in collaboration with the women-centred charity Sistah Space – which works to fight against domestic and sexual abuse within Afro-Carribean communities – the trio hosted a unique workshop consisting of life drawing events and fine cuisine.
In a world where “community” often feels more digital than tangible, Feben and Puma brought it back to the streets with this creative event hosted at Dalston’s St Baranabas. The all-day workshop with Sistah Space, offered an experience where art and fashion collided to nurture values of connection. Alongside immersive life drawing, attendees enjoyed authentic Ethiopian dishes from Gwada Kitchen, paired with traditional coffee. Help contribute to Sistah Space’s mission here. IP
Photography by Liz Johnson Artur
Babylon LA opens its flagship store in Tokyo
Skateboard lovers, punk-rock heads and fashion buffs gather round; Babylon LA is decking out a brand new flagship store in Tokyo. The streetwear brand – which was founded in 2015 by Lee Spielman and Garrett Stevenson, with an aim to showcase its DIY design ethos – took a liking to the streets of Harajuku when the co-founders played with their band, Trash Talk, in the city 16 years ago. Since then, the brand hosted its first ever pop-up store in Tokyo back in 2016, and now Babylon is permanently setting up shop. To celebrate the opening, which kicks off today, the City of Angels-founded label will be hosting a party with an exclusive performance from American rapper Earl Sweatshirt. FGB
Rosewood Miyakojima to Open in Japan’s Ryukyu Islands
Overlooking the extensive blue waters of Japan’s Ryukyu Islands comes the new Rosewood Miyakojima hotel, set to open in March 2025. Situated on a remote island paradise in Okinawa and overlooking Oura Bay, in amongst the vast fields of sugarcane that sprout just north of the island, the upcoming resort boasts 55 guest accommodations, four restaurants and bars, an infinity pool, an Asaya Spa and marks the first Japanese property to be transformed by the hotel group. With Dutch studio Piet Boon spearheading the architecture of the project, the hotel has been developed with the original inhabitants if the land – one of the longest living societies on earth – and the environment in mind. This means that the hotel blends indigenous Okinawan materials such as Ryukyu limestone with the Japanese spirit of wabi-sabi. Book your stay here. Jules Cutajar
Valentino Lands At The Selfridges Corner Shop
The Corner Shop at Selfridges has a new feature: the Valentino Avant Les Débuts spring 2025 collection by Alessandro Michele. Undergoing a vast transformation to elicit and represent the feeling of a backstage environment, the newly adorned space features clean architectural lines which are soothed by the light fluidity of the clothes up for grabs, producing an exchange of structure without compromising on delicacies. Included in the setup are mirrors, to evoke the feeling of nightclubs and allowing the collection’s vibrant nature to shine through to customers. JC
Photography by Lewis Ronald
Alaia invites London to new café and bookstore
Alaïa is officially the latest label to hop on the designer café wave, opening its all new book shop and café within the flagship store on New Bond Street. The fashion house is going all out, and in line with its moral mission of cultural exchange and conviviality, we can see why. In collaboration with cultural curation connoisseurs Claire de Rouen, the new shopping experience depicts Alaïa’s deep commitment to the arts, fashion and photography.
To those wanting to swap the grey London weather for a summer Californian breeze, in blows Violet Cakes, who’ll be hosting guests in the freshly opened cafe. Following the success of the first café in Paris, the New Bond Street café marks the second chapter in Alaïa’s barista explorations. So, grab your chicest reading glasses and make your way down to the all new Alaïa café. IP
Dolce & Gabbana is turning up the intensity
Our favourite Italian duo are getting hot and heavy with an all new twist on the Devotion eau de parfum: enter Devotion Intense. Faced by none other than pop icon, Katy Perry, the house is trading its former notes of citrus sunshines, for a rich hazelnut and a Madagascan vanilla blend with this new fragrance instalment. Dolce & Gabbana Devotion Intense gleams in a deep amber glass bottle, crowned with the signature gold Sacred Heart and matching cap, all wrapped in elegant warm ivory packaging.
Get lost in the world of D&G fragrance and give yourself over to passion. Grab your own bottle of Devotion Intense here. IP
Taschen to publish National Galleries Collection tome
It’s rather often that we can’t help but find ourselves strapped for time when we’re touring our favourite art galleries. But lucky for us, Taschen is letting art lovers in on their cheat sheet. Coming this January, featuring over 200 masterpieces from the National Galleries collection, the publisher’s new volume marks the museum’s bicentenary with a lavish tribute to Western European painting.
Peering through the lens of renowned photographers ranging from Mary Mcartney, David Dawson and Massimo Listri, to the voices of luminaries like David Hockney, Ai Weiwei, Kim Jones and Rachel Whiteread, readers are taken behind the scenes to explore the gallery’s treasures and hidden corners. The volume allows for readers to sneak behind the scenes of their most beloved works.
For collectors, two exclusive Artist Editions – featuring bespoke covers, a clamshell box, and signed prints by Flora Yukhnovich or Chris Ofili – elevate this book to a must-have status. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or cultural connoisseur, this new release is sure to catch your eye. IP
The JW Anderson ‘Queer’ capsule collection
To celebrate the release of Queer, the Luca Guadagnino film adaptation of William S.Burroughs’ novel starring Daniel Craig and Drew Starkey, JW Anderson has released a casual collection of Queer-inspired clothes. Including film poster plastered T-shirts, hoodies with bead-embellished drawstrings, title credit sweatshirts and pullovers printed with stills from the film. For accessories, there’s an off-white tote bag that features the flat-lay image from the film and two graphic baseball caps. The capsule is available to purchase from JW Anderson Soho in London, JW Anderson in Milan and at online here. Emily Phillips
Guess Erects A Catwalk in the ski for its winter ski capsule
Guess is skiing across the sky this season with its Winter Ski Capsule collection. Yes – you read that right. Presenting the new, cosy collection atop a sky bridge – the Peak Walk – between two glaciers in Switzerland, namely the recently relaunched Glacier 3000, at a height of 3000 metres. This is the first time a brand has ever hosted a runway in such a high altitude location.
The collection, made up of high-glam, high-performance skiwear, accessories and a selection of faux fur pieces and outerwear, its a great, all-encompassing offering for the snowy season. What’s more, Guess partnered with Glacier 3000 for the event, with a range of striking branded outdoor furniture and exclusive photo opportunities available for visitors. EP
Top Image: photography courtesy of Alaia.
