June 3, 2024 |
TEN CRAVES IS OUR ONLINE SERIES THAT ROUNDS UP ALL THE BEST PRODUCT LAUNCHES AND MUST-KNOW FASHION HAPPENINGS WEEK IN, WEEK OUT.
Vivienne Westwood and Mandarin Oriental Mayfair’s Fab Fan
Vivienne Westwood has just teamed up with the Mandarin Oriental to handcraft a one-of-a-kind fan as a tribute to the accommodation’s brand new Mayfair location on Hanover Square – just across from 44 Conduit Street, the Mayfair home of Vivienne Westwood! The design is a delightful dance between the history of the square and Westwood’s signature iconoclasm. “The fan features two figures in a theatrical encounter,” explains Alex, a senior designer at Vivienne Westwood. “They’re well-dressed and mysterious – perhaps friends, perhaps lovers.” This scene unfolds against a detailed illustration of the historic square, playfully flipped upside down in a touch of classic Westwood whimsy.
A masterpiece of British craftsmanship, the fan features hand-drawn illustrations, luxurious silk and wood from a fallen London Plane tree, creating a truly collectable piece. The best part? One of these incredible fans is being auctioned for War Child, a charity supporting children in conflict zones. Own a piece of fashion history while making a difference, and don’t miss your chance to bid on the limited-edition masterpiece! The auction ends June 28, 2024. Donna Choi
Bulgari’s Star-studded High Jewellery Campaign
Bulgari‘s new campaign, titled Eternally Reborn, is a stunning ode to personal transformation. Featuring Zendaya, Anne Hathaway and Liu Yifei against the backdrop of Rome’s iconic landmarks, Bulgari’s high jewellery collection gleams as the cast embark on a journey of self-discovery, talismans in tandem. Filmed amidst of the ‘Eternal City’, a place constantly reinvented by the brand, the campaign celebrates the power of renewal, igniting a desire within onlookers to share their own story of rebirth. Head to Bulgari’s Eternally Reborn Stories here to join the movement. DC
Giorgio Armani Ocean-Friendly Holiday Collection
Giorgio Armani‘s SS24 Mare collection is embarking on a luxurious world tour, bringing the summery mood of its products to iconic summer destinations. The journey starts in Trani, at the Nugnes boutique, and sails to Tokyo, Malibu and beyond, landing in Giorgio Armani boutiques around the world, and even touching down in Puerto Banús, Cannes, Sanya and Forte dei Marmi. Whether you’re poolside in St. Tropez or attending the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta in Porto Cervo, you can experience Mare’s signature elegance. A collection of clothing and accessories designed for your holibobs, it features light linens, airy cottons and sophisticated silhouettes in shades of blue and natural tones for an effortlessly chic look.
For the second year running, Armani is supporting the One Ocean Foundation – an organisation dedicated to protecting marine ecosystems – through Mare collection sales, with a particular focus on Posidonia oceanica, a plant known as the ‘lung’ of the Mediterranean Sea. So while you’re looking Giorgio Armani Mare-ified by the pool, you can rest easy knowing your outfit is helping preserve the oceans ecosystems. Shop the collection here. DC
The Fifth Loewe x On Link-Up
Loewe and Swiss apparel innovators On are once again redefining activewear with a complete wardrobe designed for both city streets and mountain peaks. Celebrating their fifth link-up, a new campaign filmed in California showcases world-class athletes in action, donning the collaborative range which, for the very first time, includes ready-to-wear. Think luxurious fabrics, statement outerwear and comfy performance bottoms – all designed for high performance ease of movement. There are technical tees, socks and caps to keep you covered from the elements too. Not to mention the iconic Cloudtilt shoe which has received a 2.0 upgrade for even more comfort with every step. This is fashion meets function; hit the gym or climb a mountain in unparalleled style. Shop the collection on loewe.com, on.com and mytheresa. DC
Our Legacy’s Crocheted Arm Candy
Our Legacy‘s latest collection is all about unique, sustainable accessories. Made up of 28 crocheted bags, handcrafted by Sarah Murkes in Stockholm, each one-of-a-kind creation is made from leftover fabrics from the production of the current spring 2024 collection, in a palette of dusty pinks, greys, blues, browns and creams. In addition to the main launch, five bags have been made exclusively for Dover Street Market Ginza. Snag yours online or at Our Legacy stores (Stockholm, London, Berlin) and Dover Street Market Ginza. DC
Versace’s Futuristic Footwear
Innovative and bold as always, Versace just dropped Versace Mercury, a unisex sneaker collection fit for the future. Inspired by the classical Roman god Mercury, the three-piece collection represents agility, adaptability and extraordinary style whilst adopting a sci-fi feel. Both don’t take it from us, take it from the collection notes which states that Versace Mercury is “not just a shoe; it’s a future artefact.”
Crafted from premium calf leather with a unified single sole, the design features include hand-woven lace, zig-zag roping, hand-painted interiors and a new Eva sole adorned with the house’s iconic Greca pattern. Involving 16 meters of crochet rope which takes three hours to weave as well as 86 meticulously crafted components, each shoe is fully ‘Made-in-Italy’ with 27 craftspeople tackling the job.
Available in sleek all-black and all-white colourways, as well as glittering special editions, Versace Mercury will be available for purchased in limited numbers from tomorrow (June 4) at versace.com and select boutiques, with wider releases to follow. You can further witness Versace’s attention to detail through Metaverse technology with this trainer collection coming to life via an augmented reality experience on Snapchat as well as a digital fashion collection for Bitmoji. Luca Parkes
Armand Basi by Per Gotesson
Imagined by Swedish-born, London-based designer Per Götesson, Armand Basi’s latest capsule collection honours the city of Barcelona and its people with a campaign that tells the story of a close-knit friend group exploring their Catalonian hometown. Sporting the unisex collection as they navigate their stomping grounds, the overarching themes of the Spanish brand’s new capsule become apparent, with Götesson collating tradition with forward-thinking design, clean lines and easy-going, elegant silhouettes inspired by the relaxed lifestyle that Catalonians are renowned for.
Also pulling inspiration from Barcelona’s distinct grid system, the city’s distinct architectural language is reflected in the shapes and graphics of the pieces which include tailored jackets with loose cuts and strong lines, vest tops, classic shirting and knitwear with relaxed fits. Shop the Armand Basi by Per Götesson collection online here. LP
Adidas Originals x NTS Radio
Celebrating the intersections between football and music, Adidas Originals and London-based global radio platform NTS have joined forces to release a limited-edition capsule collection inspired by archival football kits. Representing football’s vibrant underground culture through NTS’ music-focused perspective, the release includes custom jerseys (with a standout being the Custom London Jersey in two shades of pink with NTS and Adidas logos at the centre), shorts and jackets, as well as the iconic Samba Millenium in two fresh colourways (light blue and black) designed for five key cities – Marseille, Berlin, Barcelona, New York and London. Also inspired by inspired Adidas’ iconic TeamGeist era, the accompanying campaign stars NTS friends Bianca Scout, DJ Bempah, Annabelle Moedlinger, Coumba Samba who tap into new roles as they take part in a training drill coached by DJ EZ.
The celebrate the link-up, Adidas Originals and NTS are set to host a serious of pop-ups soundtracked by NTS DJs and friends across those same five cities, where the adidas x NTS jerseys and other items from the collection will be available to the community for free. Details on the events will be released exclusively on NTS’ Instagram and the Adidas Confirmed app. To shop the collab, visit the Adidas Confirmed app, Adidas’ stores, the NTS.shop or key retail partners. Discover the collection here. LP
Burberry’s Rocking Horse Bag Campaign
Burberry pays homage to its long-established ties to the equestrian world in its latest campaign. Celebrating its curvaceous new handbag, the Rocking Horse Bag, brand ambassador’s Bright, Jun Ji-Hyun and Tang Wei are pictured alongside actress Asami Mizukawa and models Lily Donaldson and Nora Attal, with the calf leather accessory in tandem. A nod to the classic childhood plaything, the bag features reign-inspired straps, a circular fastening that pivots in place to form the shape of a lowercase ‘b’, a new house motif, and Burberry’s Equestrian Knight Design embossed on the back of the bag. Coming in both medium and mini sizes, it’s the perfect sidepiece for all occasions. Shop here. LP
Dr Motox’s Pride Month Tweakments
Take ‘pride’ in your aesthetics this June with Dr Motox (real name Dr Mo Hamed) – pun intended. An accomplished aesthetician to the stars, the doctor has Drag Race personalities Gigi Goode and Bimini Bon Boulash on his books. Head practitioner of his namesake clinic, Dr Motox specialises in injectable treatments for people of all gender identities, aiming to build up and instil confidence in his clientele whether thats through a subtle tweakment or a dramatic look for a drag queen. Offering everything from Botox to filler, Profhilo skin treatments and liquid face lifts you can find Dr Motox at 33 Duke Street just behind Selfridges in the heart of Mayfair, as well as Clapham Common and Chislehurst. Book your Pride Month tweakment here. LP
Selfridges’ Big City Beauty
Grab your bright yellow Selfridges bags and sprint to the retailer’s long-awaited, newly revised beauty hall, which has just undergone a 12-month renovation. To mark the reopening of the store, Selfridges has released a captivating beauty campaign aptly titled Big City Beauty. Shot by photographer and filmmaker Sam Youkilis, it’s a testament to the iconic hall and mirrors how customer’s can include beauty products in their daily rituals through a series of social-first clips. Showcasing the most notable, current or renowned beauty creatives with 37 brands creating a new counter, the renewed Beauty Hall offers customers a wider variety of choices and a better experience that ever before.
Selfridges was the first department store to house beauty on its ground floor and, of course, most of the most notable department stores have replicated this in the years since. You may be asking yourself, why the store has been under such a lengthy restoration? The answer is, to restore the iconic store’s 1909 Beaux Arts façade, such as its classical columns which have been brought up to scale. These enhancements that have been made to the Beauty Hall will welcome years of beauty innovation to come and reinstate Selfridges as the Beauty destination for everyone. You can find more about the reopening on the Selfridges website. LP
Chloe’s Parisian Fall 2024 Campaign
Backdropped by iconic Parisian landmarks, Sam Rock photographs Chloé‘s latest campaign celebrating the fall 2024 collection. Arriving alongside a film by Frank Lebon, the advertorial marks the start of a new beginning for the brand. Featuring the debut pre-collection by creative director Chemena Kamali, it captures the essence of the Chloé woman – someone who is free-spirited yet grounded in reality – as a diverse cast of models, including Jessica Miller (who also starred in Kamali’s debut campaign), Liya Kebede and Suvi Koponen, dance through the city of light. The pre-collection is available now in stores and online. Shop here. DC
HTown Invites Guess USA To London
Guess USA is bringing its Western Americana style to London courtesy of indie retailer Htown. Kicking off its Euro-excursion with a month-long pop-up at 150 Shoreditch High Street, expect to discover a specially curated selection of Nicolai Marciano’s SS24 collection pieces alongside a vivid billboard campaign lensed by Eli Russell Linnetz that takes its inspiration from the 1984 American cult film Splash. The pop-up is open to the public until June 16. You won’t want to miss it. Emily Phillips
Adam Jones and Colours of Arley Unveil ‘DFUN’ Collab
A collision of Northern powers, Welsh designer Adam Jones and London-based bespoke fabric makers Colours of Arley – which manufactures all of its fabrics in Cheshire – have joined forces to release a limited-edition ready-to-‘work’ collection. Dubbed DFUN (Down From Up North), which describes a person who was born in the North of the UK and now lives in London, the five-piece offering draws inspiration from both Jones’ stomping grounds, Wrexham, and the butcher’s stripe, a pattern deeply ingrained in the heritage of butchers, barbers, fishmongers and fruit and vegetable vendors. Arriving in the shape of striped Studio Bags and relaxed, made-to-order suits with matching aprons, Jones injected Northern stories into each differently coloured item; for instance, ‘the popular bacon crisp served in off licences’, ‘the classic British dish, gammon and peas’ or ‘the proud colours of Wrexham Lager & Football club’. Now available to buy online, the release marks the inaugural link-up in Colours of Arley’s new collaborative series, The Devil’s Cloth, which aims to explore the rich and storied history of stripes – CoA’s forte. Shop here. EP
Top image: photography courtesy of Armand Basi by Per Götesson.
