June 18, 2024 |
TEN CRAVES IS OUR ONLINE SERIES THAT ROUNDS UP ALL THE BEST PRODUCT LAUNCHES AND MUST-KNOW FASHION HAPPENINGS WEEK IN, WEEK OUT.
Louis Vuitton Wants You By The Pool This Summer
Got the travel bug this summer? You will after seeing Louis Vuitton’s new By The Pool collection. With its vibrant colours and soft silhouettes, Louis Vuitton is encouraging all its patrons to book that flight to the exotic getaway of their choice, or maybe just a day off to lounge by the pool. The natural materials and rich fabrics are Louis Vuitton staples, and enough to make anyone want to trade in your loafers for a pair of LV flip flops. Explore the collection here. Zein Karam
ECKHAUS LATTA AND SSENSE RELEASE THE SUNGLASSES OF SUMMER
Eckhaus Latta is back with a second round of sunglasses in collaboration with Ssense. Doing what the dynamic duo do best, the release is accompanied by a sensual campaign shot by Rob Kulisek that’s certain to leave you with beads of sweat on your brow thanks to the “ohs” of pleasure plastered on the models faces. Available in two too-cool-for-school styles – the Bug and the Club – the collection is available for purchase exclusively on Ssense and Eckhaus Latta’s websites as well as within Eckhaus Latta stores. Shop here. ZK
Christian Louboutin Taps The ELBAS For Charity Project
Christian Louboutin has once again partnered with Idris and Sabrina Elba to release a capsule collection aiming to raise awareness around racial intolerance and promote social change. The third collection for their Walk a Mile In My Shoes initiative, the link up is intended to open up important conversations around the racial issues catapulted into the lime light following the murder of George Floyd in 2020. Having raised nearly $2m over the course of two years, this year, in order to make the project more sustainable, the proceeds will go toward six different charities around the world. Have a look at the collection here. ZK
BURBERRY IS EMBRACING FOOTBALL
What brings Britain together more than football? Not much. So to kick off the summer season, Burberry has partnered with professional players to celebrate the footy and its enduring place in the heart of British culture. Starting with Phil Foden and Eberechi Eze discussing what the beautiful game means to them, a series of portraits and short videos will be released throughout the Euros season. Discover the series on Burberry’s instagram. ZK
LOEWE WASABI? YES PLEASE
When you like having a scent for every occasion, Loewe’s home collection has your back. Just in time for a spicy summer, the Spanish brand has released a new high-intensity, Wasabi scented candle. Derived from the Eutrema Japonica plant, which is the same plant that gives us wasabi, the candle reveals notes of basmati rice and lemongrass as it burns. The perfect pairing for your next sushi night! Grab one here. ZK
JW ANDERSON IS THROWING SHADE
After years of stellar delivery in the ready-to-wear category, JW Anderson has finally given the people what they want: sunglasses. The debut collection features an array of unisex styles that feature the dynamic contemporary design language we have come to expect from the brand. Crafted in Muzzuchelli Acetate from Italy, each pair is effortlessly cool. Ranging from more simplistic designs to the bright, bold and daring, there really is something for everyone. Shop J-dubs’ sunnies here. ZK
ZARA X TWOJEYS GET DESERT READY
Hedonistic, progressive and fearless: TwoJeys have released a collection with Zara making Iris Law and Evan Mock the new faces of the brand. The campaign features the model and skater in the Las Vegas desert making sweat and dirt look really good. The duo behind TwoJeys, Joan and Biel, designed jewellery that is accented by the distinctly modern, yet emblematically eternal design language channelled by the founders. The garments are a nod to motorcycle clubs and cowboys of the wild west. Have a look at the collection here. ZK
CONVERSE’S Shoe For all sports
In the battle for the title of best trainer, Converse has entered the ring. With the introduction of their new design, the Run Star Trainer, the footwear label’s historic all-star athlete DNA evolves, as it’s reimagined to cater to a new generation. An all-purpose shoe for all sports, cop your new kicks here. ZK
ISSEY MIYAKE MEN LANDS IN LONDON
Issey Miyake, the gift that keeps on giving, has officially graced London with its new brand IM Men. Conscious of maintaining the ethos of “a piece of cloth” while continuously pushing boundaries the brother brand’s pieces integrate technology with design through experimental processes. Have a look at IM Men here. ZK
CARTIER’S LIMITED EDITION SCENTS
Luxury and opulence, the two words that come to mind when Cartier is mentioned. They’re also two words that perfectly describe Cartier’s new fragrance line. Each perfume is unique and fresh and is packaged in a delicate Cartier bottle embellished with gold. Perfumer Mathilde Laurent has also developed Les Bases à Parfumer Cartier – perfume bases to create that long lasting, subtle yet demanding scent wherein the oils included ensure a neutrality whilst delivering moisturising properties. The new line features three perfumes, two of which are limited-edition, alongside the aforementioned oil and cream perfume bases. Shop here. ZK
DOLCE&GABBANA Links Up With HAVAIANAS
Dolce and Gabbana has just released the chicest footwear of the summer season by linking up with Havaianas for a range of D&G coded flip-flops. Combining both brands’ signature looks, the sandals are perfect for any maximalist planning their beach holibobs. The link up lands with four central designs; the wild and classic Leopard and Zebra prints, and the intense and multicoloured Blu Mediterraneo and Carretto Siciliano which are inspired by the Italian coastline. Now available at Dolce & Gabbana and Havaianas’ online as well as any Havaianas flagship or pop-up store, you can shop the drop here. ZK
MARC JACOBS Pays homage to STEPHEN SPROUSE with limited-edition tote bag
Marc Jacobs has unveiled a limited-edition tote bag to celebrate the 40th anniversary of his namesake brand. To inspire the design, the designer revisited his groundbreaking collaboration with the legendary American designer and artist Stephen Sprouse, which stemmed from when a young Marc Jacobs first discovered Sprouse’s graffiti prints in 1984. The pair famously came together during Jacobs’ tenure as creative director of Louis Vuitton to deliver a Sprouse-coded spring/summer 2001 collection for the house.
While Jacobs’ time at Louis Vuitton has ended and Sprouse tragically passed away in 2004, their impact lives on. This summer’s limited-edition tote bag, created in tandem with the estate of the late-artist, is a testament to their enduring partnership, and featuring a playful quote from Sprouse’s archive – “Grant me the serenity to chill” –, it’s a must-have for any fashion fan. The campaign, starring iconic supermodel Christy Turlington alongside Lil Uzi Vert, is shot by Nick Newbold and styled by Alastair McKimm, offering a perfect blend of nostalgia and fresh perspective. Shop here. Donna Choi
DI PETSA’s WET BRIDES ACT 2 – EROS IN PAIN
Di Petsa’s latest collection Wet Brides Act 2, utterly breaks tradition. Debuting at London Fashion Week, it’s a story of love’s complexities explored through a narrative photo project and film. It blurs the lines between desire, vulnerability, bittersweetness, “Tears of joy” and heartbreak.
This collection goes beyond the typical bridal gown. Flowing white dresses with a modern twist: ruched drapery, sensual cutouts and delicate gold chains adorned with crystals. It also introduces Di Petsa’s first foray into menswear with a wet-look two-piece that challenges notions of traditional masculinity whilst venturing into gender-fluid swimwear, offering a range of options for all.
It’s a chance to embrace the beauty and complexity of love in all its forms. So, drench yourself in love’s drama with Di Petsa’s new collection! Shop here. DC
Top image: photography by Ethan James Green for Louis Vuitton.
