LOEWE's FW24 Pre-Collection Is All About Laid-Back Luxury
LOEWE's FW24 Pre-Collection Is All About Laid-Back Luxury
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Since its founding in 1989, Central Saint Martins in London has produced top fashion talents like Stella McCartney, Alexander McQueen, and John Galliano. Recently, 40 students presented their final collections at the university, showcasing their emerging design skills. The event featured graduates from various fashion disciplines competing for awards such as the Sarabande Award and the L’Oréal Professional Award.
Standout collections included Hamish Olrik-Small's bold menswear with preppy undertones, Jack Lambert's “SCUM”-embellished knitwear and Ferrari-inspired pieces, Lulu Yang's wearable arts-and-crafts womenswear, Yoonji Kim's Rei Kawakubo-inspired designs, and Taehun Kim's apocalyptic menswear with intergalactic elements. These collections highlighted the innovative spirit and creativity of Central Saint Martins' graduates.
Calvin Klein Will Return to the Runway With Veronica Leoni As Creative Director
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Calvin Klein is making a strong comeback by appointing Veronica Leoni as the new Creative Director of Collection, marking its return to the runway. Leoni, a 2023 LVMH Prize finalist and founder of QUIRA, has experience at Jil Sander, Céline, Moncler, and The Row. She aims to enhance Calvin Klein's bold self-expression with style and creativity.
Leoni will collaborate with Global Brand President Eva Serrano to design collections that reflect the modern aesthetic of Calvin Klein. The Collection, featuring menswear, womenswear, underwear, and accessories, will debut in Fall 2025. Serrano and PVH CEO Stefan Larsson express confidence in Leoni's ability to elevate the brand. This year, Calvin Klein has successfully engaged its younger audience with campaigns featuring Jeremy Allen White, BLACKPINK’s Jennie, and BTS’ Jungkook. Leoni’s impact on the brand is highly anticipated.
The Best Collections From Central Saint Martins' BA Graduate Show 2024
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Since its founding in 1989, Central Saint Martins in London has produced top fashion talents like Stella McCartney, Alexander McQueen, and John Galliano. Recently, 40 students presented their final collections at the university, showcasing their emerging design skills. The event featured graduates from various fashion disciplines competing for awards such as the Sarabande Award and the L’Oréal Professional Award.
Standout collections included Hamish Olrik-Small’s bold menswear with preppy undertones, Jack Lambert's “SCUM”-embellished knitwear and Ferrari-inspired pieces, Lulu Yang's wearable arts-and-crafts womenswear, Yoonji Kim’s Rei Kawakubo-inspired designs, and Taehun Kim’s apocalyptic menswear with intergalactic elements. These collections highlighted the innovative spirit and creativity of Central Saint Martins' graduates.
Balenciaga's Under Armour Collaboration Is Here
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Balenciaga announced a collaboration with Under Armour, set for Spring 2025, by posting an image of a “UA”-shaped earring on Instagram. The partnership was showcased on a rain-soaked runway in Shanghai, featuring co-branded belts, outerwear, tights, and track pants. Following the show, Balenciaga released a ready-to-wear collection with Under Armour, now available for purchase.
The collection includes a $1,450 USD zip-up hoodie, a $795 USD oversized T-shirt, $1,150 USD baggy fleece shorts, $1,290 USD sweatpants, and accessories like caps and socks. The initial six-piece range serves as a precursor to next year's full lineup. The collaboration’s success remains to be seen, with the first installment currently available on Balenciaga’s website.