Mercedes Benz x KidSuper

.new collection
CLASS OF CREATORS
*The Mercedes That Grew Up On Cartoons

written Monica de Luna

Someone gave Colm Dillane a car, which is already funny, but then he turned it into something with turbine wings, cartoon lungs, balloon veins, and a winch on the front like it’s planning a very glamorous rescue or pulling something heavy from the past. The CLA, but make it handmade. Superhero-coded.

F200 wheels, 300 SL mirrors, patched like it got into a fight with nostalgia and came out the other side grinning. It sat in the Louvre, obviously, at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, where objects already know they’re being watched, and now this car, full of references and jokes and ideas that maybe only Colm gets, but that’s the point, because why explain when you can install.

Mercedes Benz x KidSuper
Campaign

Mercedes Benz x KidSuper
Campaign

They call it “Class of Creators” but it feels more like a sandbox with corporate approval and very good lighting. Before this it was Ice Spice in Manhattan. Gustaf Westman in London. Next it’s Hot Wheels or Riot Games or both. Colm went full Colm, gave the car a childhood, let it speak in KidSuper. Then made clothes to match.

Mercedes Benz x KidSuper
Campaign

Mercedes Benz x KidSuper
Campaign

Mercedes Benz x KidSuper
Class of Creators
Art Piece Capsule Collection

There’s a trench coat that looks like it could fix your engine or steal your boyfriend. Trousers that mumble in mechanic. A t-shirt nodding politely to the world’s first automobile. Bags that look like they carry tools or secrets. Thirteen pieces, soft power, stitched from canvas, jersey, cotton, poplin, wool, vegan leather. The logo is vintage, but the feeling is future. Everything smells faintly of burnout and joy.

And the car? Still there, still grinning, still dressed like the first day of school when you try too hard but somehow pull it off.

KVRT STVFF Women

.new collection
Her Body. Their Rules.
KVRT STVFF Underwear.

written Sarah Arendts

First there were briefs. Then there were viral briefs. Then there were viral briefs on viral boys. Now there’s KVRT STVFF WOMEN — a proper new chapter, fully formed and stretching in every direction. A full-bodied rewrite stitched with intent, flesh, and very good lighting.

The brand that made swimwear feel like a controlled substance is no longer just for the male-coded torso. They’ve taken what already existed — Chad, Core, Mechanic, those infamous swim briefs that looked like they were designed by a Greek god with a design degree — and turned them, carefully but not cautiously, toward bodies that haven’t traditionally been at the centre of the KVRT STVFF lens. Until now. There are 100 new pieces. Underwear, swimwear, and that slinky category they’re calling bodywear — all made to mix, match, or ignore entirely. Sizes run from XS to XXL. Some cuts are unisex, some aren’t. It doesn’t really matter, because everything stretches.

KVRT STVFF
Espresso Core Bikini Shorts

KVRT STVFF
Macchiato KVRT Cheeky Bikini Bottom

Announcing nothing, explaining even less — just new shapes arriving like they’ve always belonged. The lines stay minimal, the energy moves forward, the proportions land exactly where they should. It’s KVRT STVFF, rerouted through hips, heat, and instinct. Like something a really hot science teacher would wear if science teachers taught physics in thongs.

It still starts in Barcelona, stitched and prototyped under the sharp eye of the KVRT STVFF STVDIO. The aesthetic remains tight, part techno nostalgia, part ‘90s sportswear fantasy, part softcore reconstruction. Not trying to be viral. Just inherently designed that way.

KVRT STVFF
Black Chad Cami Crop Top

KVRT STVFF
Ecru Mechanic Crop Top

KVRT STVFF
Black Chad Classic Boxer Brief

Sexiness speaks the same dialect, still cut in confidence, still built like it knows exactly what it’s doing. Now it lives in more bodies, stretches across more shapes, travels through more ways of standing in a room and taking up space. Underwear, system, uniform, suggestion — call it whatever fits. It shows up stitched to the point, ready before the question even lands. This isn’t a rebrand. This is the body, centre stage, lit from every angle. The frame just got bigger, thanks KVRT STVFF!

Levi’s x Nike Air Max 95

.collab
LEVI´S x NIKE
Air-Made, Denim-Raised

written Sarah Arendts

Let’s be honest. When Levi’s and Nike team up, it’s folklore. It’s the kind of crossover energy that could collapse a timeline. And now, in July 2025, they’ve done it again — not with subtlety, but with a full-volume denim sermon stitched onto the back of an Air Max 95.

You already know the bones: Nike’s “Big Bubble” Air Max silhouette turns thirty. Levi’s, still the blueprint of Americana cool, slides in with its selvedge swagger. The Levi’s x Nike drop lands in full formation. Three Air Max 95s. One in indigo. One in black. One pale and ecru like dust on a summer boot. Red Tabs stitched like a secret handshake. Sock liners dressed in dollar-bill drama. The kind of shoe you see in a dream and wake up wondering if it’s real. Each pair comes in Levi’s-red packaging with batwing tweaks and dollar-bill sock liners that wink at capitalism with one eye open.

Keon Coleman
Levi´s x Nike

Levi´s x Nike

“By integrating our signature denim into one of Nike’s most iconic silhouettes, we’ve created a seamless fusion of sport and lifestyle—honoring the past while pushing the boundaries of design.”

Leo Gamboa
VP of Collaborations at Levi’s

This is a full-body experience. The drop includes a Levi’s x Nike Trucker Jacket and a Baggy Jean so wide you could run a wind tunnel through it — both rinsed in that perfect mid-light wash and blessed with off-white chain-stitching and the holy co-brand: Swoosh meets Red Tab. The trucker keeps its Type II roots but flashes selvedge in all the right places. The jeans? Designed to puddle perfectly around your sneakers, like they were born for the sidewalk and maybe for the runway too.

The casting is sharp and culturally loaded: Larry June brings West Coast calm, Paige Bueckers adds court-queen heat, NFL breakout Keon Coleman looks like a god among denim mortals, and Daniel Buezo reminds you that fashion is still a design game. It’s a vibe cocktail with just enough teeth to matter.

Paige Bueckers
Levi´s x Nike

Levi´s x Nike

Levi´s x Nike

Leo Gamboa, VP of Collaborations at Levi’s, calls it a “seamless fusion of sport and lifestyle.” Translation: we’re past the era of drop-culture chaos and into thoughtful chaos — where design is religion, and Levi’s x Nike is your temple.

This is a muscle-flex for the now. A reminder that sportswear is not always just about performance or street cred. It’s about legacy. Also texture and tension. The way denim folds against a mesh upper. The fact that a sneaker can carry thirty years of cultural weight and still look like it came from the future.

So yes, the Levi’s x Nike collab drops July 10th via Levi.com, the app, and in select flagship stores. SNKRS gets it on the 11th. But really, it’s already happened. You saw it on that guy in line who looked like he knew something. You felt it in the stitching of your old trucker jacket. You heard it in the Air Max sole squeaking across a concrete floor somewhere in 1995.

And now, it’s back. Worn, reworked, and very much alive.

Wes Anderson x Montclanc *Part 2

.second campaign
Let’s Write Something Absurd
Montblanc & Wes Anderson Are at It Again

written Amanda Mortenson

There’s a mountain. There’s a library. There’s a train powered by a man on a bicycle. There’s Michael Cera in a fur hat. And yes—there’s a fountain pen.

Welcome to Let’s Write, the second chapter in the unexpected love story between Montblanc and Wes Anderson. Think less luxury campaign, more theatrical fever dream. In classic Anderson style, this short film lives somewhere between a snow globe and a fevered sketchbook—playful, precise, and just weird enough to feel like it escaped from a forgotten paperback.

Joey King
in new Montblanc campaign
Charlie Gray / (c) Montblanc

Montblanc campaign
Charlie Gray / (c) Montblanc

"Anderson’s style defies traditional luxury storytelling. This film is meant to captivate and leave a lasting impression. By creating a sense of wonder, we encourage people to engage with the brand in a completely different way."

Stephanie Radl
Global Director Brand Relations & Communications at Montblanc

Returning to the Montblanc Observatory High-Mountain Library (yes, that’s a thing), Anderson assembles a cast of familiar oddballs: Rupert Friend, Michael Cera, Waris Ahluwalia, and the up-and-coming Esther McGregor. This time, the trio finds itself stranded, or perhaps perfectly at home, inside a narrative where writing becomes metaphysical therapy. Anderson himself even appears, just to keep things charmingly self-indulgent.

The film is peppered with poetic detours, sideways glances, and snow-drenched monologues on creativity and escapism. And just when you think you’re watching a Wes Anderson short, you realize you’re also riding a surreal train—the Montblanc Voyage of Panorama—gliding through pyramids, canals, and subconscious metaphors. The point? To blur literal, metaphorical, and poetic travel until they’re all the same thing. Also: to sell you a very elegant writing bag.

Products—yes, they’re there—drift in and out like characters themselves. There’s the Meisterstück (forever the diva), a new Writing Traveller Bag, a portable desk, a gorgeously obscure Minerva pocket watch, and a curious creature called the Schreiberling—a fountain pen designed by Anderson himself, of course. They’re not so much advertised as absorbed into the madness. The props are the plot.

“Montblanc has such a rich archive of material and ideas—it’s almost too generous,” Anderson says (probably in velvet). CEO Giorgio Sarné calls the campaign “a new kind of emotion,” and he's not wrong. There’s something oddly moving about watching fictional mountaineers pause mid-expedition to reflect on inner landscapes... and then jot them down with a very expensive pen.

Also involved: the dream team of Jeremy Dawson, John Peet, Roman Coppola (co-director), Darius Khondji (cinematography), Milena Canonero (costume), and Adam Stockhausen (set design). It’s basically the visual equivalent of caviar on linen napkins in a log cabin shaped like a snowflake.

And just when it’s all about to go off the rails (in the best way), the film ends where it always does—with the soft-spoken rebellion of creativity. “Let’s Write,” it whispers. Not a slogan. A mission. A dare.

Montblanc is no longer just a pen brand. It's a stage. A metaphor. A plot device in a Wes Anderson film. And possibly the most stylish excuse you've ever had to buy a notebook.

Waris Ahluwalia
in new Montblanc campaign
Charlie Gray / (c) Montblanc

Montblanc campaign
Charlie Gray / (c) Montblanc

Catch Let’s Write started June 19, 2025, on montblanc.com and everywhere else with Wi-Fi and wonder.

credits for images
(c) Montblanc / seen by Wes Anderson

Valentino Fall 25 Campaign

*New Campaign
VALENTINO Fall 2025
Chez Valentino: A Still World

written Alban E. Smajli

A figure pauses inside a diner. Outside, a horse walks past. A bowl of ice cream melts slowly in a hand. Each moment unfolds without hurry. Each frame stays still, long enough for the viewer to feel it.

The Valentino Fall 25 ADV campaign opens with a fixed gaze. Directed by Glen Luchford and shaped by the vision of Alessandro Michele, the campaign introduces a new rhythm. The world is quiet, grounded in repetition and gesture. This rhythm carries through every element—from styling to set design, from casting to soundtrack.

The scenes exist as fragments of a larger fabric. A lavender heel rests on the edge of a step. A parrot perches beside embroidered fabric. Denim falls over worn tile. A varsity sweater with “CHEZ VALENTINO” stitched across the chest becomes part of the space around it. No hierarchy, no accent—only layers.

Jonathan Kaye’s styling anchors this language. Leopard prints, lace gloves, school socks, floral jacquards—each piece chosen to inhabit a mood. The silhouettes carry weight, softness, eccentricity, repetition. Hair by Paul Hanlon and makeup by Yadim Carranza follow the same path: clear, finished, quiet. Faces hold time. Eyes stay in place. Nothing interrupts.

The setting builds this continuity. An American-style diner, faded and sunlit, contains the action. A bar, a sidewalk, a bicycle. Elements repeat. Light falls evenly. Set designer Gideon Ponte constructs a container for gesture.

In his campaign note, Alessandro Michele writes of attention. His words shape the framework: “a policy of attention, an ethics for the gaze.” He draws focus toward gestures, toward morning light, toward a door that opens and closes. The camera remains fixed. The world continues moving inside it.

The talent list includes Amelia Gray, Sophie Thatcher, Kai Schreiber, Lorenzo Zurzolo, and others. Their presence offers texture. Their movement—slow, occasional, internal—forms the pulse of the campaign. Each person belongs to the scene. No character. No pose. Just observation.

Fabric plays its own role. A glittering Mary Jane steps onto concrete. Fringes catch wind. Mesh, velvet, satin, cotton—each fabric marks the body differently, holds the light differently. Each piece expands the world around it. Clothing becomes the pace.

Music by Juliette Armanet supports this tempo. Imaginer l’Amour plays softly, connecting one frame to the next. It opens space and adds tone without direction.

Repetition forms the spine of the campaign. A frame. A gesture. A return. This structure creates clarity. There is no build-up, no conclusion, but only movement held in place. Time stretches. The Valentino Fall 25 campaign offers an aesthetic grounded in the everyday. The material speaks directly. The vision lingers. There is no urgency, no volume, no interruption.

Michele draws from observation, not intervention. The everyday becomes the shape. The rhythm becomes the message. Stillness becomes the container. Each choice—from casting to color, from cut to frame—builds this language. The world appears complete. Within this frame, Valentino opens a new chapter. The campaign steps forward through attention, repetition, and the poetics of gesture. Clothing rests inside the world. Scenes unfold in silence. The result is a steady, crafted introduction, it´s an invitation to remain. Enjoy!

VALENTINO
THE POETICS OF EVERYDAY
FALL 2025 Campaign


photographer + director GLEN LUCHFORD
art director CHRISTOPHER SIMMONDS
stylist JONATHAN KAYE
set designer. GIDEON PONTE
hair PAUL HANLON
make up YADIM CARRANZA
manicure LAUREN MICHELLE PIRES
casting RACHEL CHANDLER

talents
KAI SCHREIBER
SCARLETT WHITE
AMELIA GRAY
SOPHIE THATCHER
MARIE SOPHIE WILSON
LORENZO ZURZOLO
YURI FUKUHARA
SANIQUE
YILAN HUA
AIMEE PATRICIA BYRNE
YAR AGUER
FRANKLIN SMITH
BUKWOP
LUUKAS NISKANEN
SUYONG JUNG
HANK AKERLUND


(c) VALENTINO
video music. Imaginer l’Amour — written + performed by Juliette Armanet
© ℗ 2021, Romance Musique — published by Universal Music Publishing & Armanet Songs

Fragrances *strangelove NYC afirewithin

strangelove NYC
*The New Fire

written Amanda Mortenson

At strangelove NYC, perfume is narrative, memory, alchemy. The brand carves its place in the olfactory avant-garde, crafting fragrances with raw emotion and elemental intensity.

Each of their scents is a portal, each composition a manifesto of rare ingredients and fearless artistry. afirewithin ignites a new chapter. “Each scent tells its own story,” Elizabeth Gaynes explains. “afirewithin is all about resilience, transformation, and inner strength.” Built around oud, the brand’s signature note, this composition tempers its deep intensity with vanilla’s warmth, cedarwood’s grounding presence, and a glowing trail of incense.

strangelove NYC
afirewithin

“Each scent tells its own story. afirewithin is all about resilience, transformation, and inner strength.”

Elizabeth Gaynes speaks with Amanda Mortenson
for LE MILE .Digital

“We all encounter moments that challenge us,” Gaynes says. “Just like a desert bloom thrives in the harshest conditions, this scent represents the beauty that emerges from struggle.” The opening notes of cypress and chamomile are a breath of clarity. At its core, oud anchors the fragrance in endurance. The base—vanilla, incense, and cedarwood—wraps the wearer in a hushed confidence.

The oud in afirewithin is sourced from sustainable farms in India, ensuring ethical harvesting of this rare and sacred material. “Oud brings a deep, grounding richness,” Gaynes notes, “symbolizing strength and self-reflection.”

The image of a desert bloom defines the soul of afirewithin. “You can feel this journey in the scent itself,” Gaynes reveals. Cypress and chamomile break like first light over cracked earth, oud pulses with quiet resilience, and vanilla settles with warmth.

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AMAN Essentials *Scent as Sanctuary

“afirewithin is more than a scent,” Gaynes concludes. “It carries strength, presence, and the essence of transformation.” At strangelove NYC, perfume embodies emotion and depth.

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McQueen SS25 Campaign

McQueen SS25
*The Banshee's Unrelenting Cry

written MONICA DE LUNA

Llansteffan Castle, weathered and elemental, carries the weight of centuries. The McQueen Spring/Summer 2025 campaign unfolds within its walls, where shadows and movement intertwine.

Directed and shot by Glen Luchford, the imagery captures an unsettling presence, raw and electric. Seán McGirr channels the banshee, an ancient force woven into Irish folklore. A figure neither seen nor ignored, she moves with intent, her voice uncontained.

McQueen SS25 Ad Campaign
seen by GLEN LUCHFORD
creative directed SEÁN McGIRR

“She embodies a sense of strident self-expression that resonates now,”

Seán McGirr

Fabric carries the weight of mythology. Tailoring shifts its structure, fabric unravels—cobweb lace, pleated chiffon, silk creponne, and shredded silk organza. Silvered grey and ivory set the tone, punctuated by bursts of yellow and orange. Accessories manifest as relics; jewelry holds the presence of something once whispered and now declared.

Movement defines the collection. Figures navigate castle corridors and windswept shores, their silhouettes precise, their presence unwavering. Meshach Henry directs each motion with a purpose that transcends choreography. Hair carries the air’s charge, makeup enhances the stark clarity of the vision—Gary Gill and Daniel Sallstrom sculpt forms that resist containment.

Sound shapes the atmosphere. The post-punk resonance of Heartworms’ Consistent Dedication cuts through the visual landscape, its synths and vocals channeling something instinctual. The score becomes an extension of the campaign’s pulse, threading itself through each frame.

McQueen SS25 moves with force. The banshee does not linger. She calls forward.

Porsche Design x Orlando Bloom

Orlando Bloom Joins Porsche Design
*The Art of Precision

written MONICA DE LUNA

A lineage of engineering distilled into the hum of an engine, the balance of a curve, the whisper of a second hand sweeping across a dial.

Orlando Bloom steps in as an ambassador, a presence that reflects precision, heritage, and an unapologetic pursuit of excellence. Porsche Design unveils its latest collaboration, embodying its core values in design and craftsmanship. Orlando Bloom becomes a part of this legacy. The campaign unfolds in a palette of obsidian black and sleek titanium, a nod to the Chronograph 1 – All Black Numbered Edition, an evolution of the 1972 design.

Porsche Design
Orlando Bloom, Brand Ambassador

Bloom, a Porsche devotee, moves with intention. "Porsche is a lifestyle," he reflects. "It’s innovation meeting performance, meeting legacy."

The Porsche Design P'8478, first released in 1978, features interchangeable lenses, featherweight titanium, and precision-cut curves. It adapts effortlessly to changing conditions.

"Style is personal," Bloom says. "Authenticity is everything." His choices reflect a commitment to timeless design. Accessories are essential elements of his wardrobe, particularly when they merge function and elegance. Watches and eyewear are more than complements; they shape the way one interacts with the world. The Chronograph 1 – All Black Numbered Edition is at the heart of this campaign. A timepiece that encapsulates decades of design mastery. Conceived in 1972 and modernized in 2022, it bridges generations of engineering. Its monochromatic aesthetic is a study in focus and precision. Handmade in Solothurn, Switzerland, it stands as a testament to Porsche’s seamless fusion of Swiss craftsmanship and automotive ingenuity.

Beyond timepieces, the collaboration highlights Porsche Design’s eyewear. The P'8478 model, a pioneer of modular lenses, remains an icon. Designed by F. A. Porsche, its quick-release mechanism and durable titanium frame provide adaptability and refinement. A vision crafted for the dynamic.

For Bloom, this partnership aligns with his appreciation for innovation and legacy. As a long-time Porsche enthusiast, his connection to the brand extends beyond admiration. It’s a shared understanding of how aesthetics, function, and history converge. Stefan Buescher, CEO of Porsche Lifestyle Group, affirms this synergy: "Orlando Bloom embodies our values of authenticity, style, and a passion for perfection. His global presence strengthens Porsche Design’s resonance with an audience that values excellence."

Porsche Design

Porsche Design

Porsche Design remains committed to timeless innovation, and Bloom steps into this world as an extension of that ethos. A fusion of design and purpose, movement and precision. The Chronograph 1 is worn because it functions with mastery. The sunglasses because they are an optical evolution. This is Porsche Design—where every detail serves a greater vision.

HOKA New Speed Loafer 2025

HOKA Speed Loafer
*A Study in Motion

written MONICA DE LUNA

A design distilled to its purest form, cut to the rhythm of those who move with intention.

HOKA shifts the landscape once again. The Speed Loafer emerges as a sharp statement in movement, fusing a forward-thinking silhouette with the unmistakable energy of the brand’s signature engineering.

HOKA
Speak Loafer

Footwear, in its truest essence, is architecture in motion. The Speed Loafer manifests this ideology through sculpted contours and an unwavering focus on function. Precision-stacked layers of EVA foam deliver a sensation that pulses between structure and fluidity. The silhouette, clean yet assertive, lands with the clarity of a blueprint drawn for kinetic expression.

The upper—a seamless convergence of form and breathability—eliminates excess. A single stroke of engineered materials, composed to contour. Slip-in ease translates to uninterrupted motion, making the transition between states effortless.

HOKA’s DNA hums beneath the surface. The Speed Loafer carves out space for movement, where stability does not compromise agility. The midsole, sculpted for response, amplifies each step with a balance that speaks to both precision and instinct. Every element, from the minimalistic structure to the considered weight distribution, channels a philosophy of forward propulsion.

This release reframes versatility through a sharper lens. Urban rhythm or off-grid escapism, the Speed Loafer adapts to the moment without hesitation. A visual language that aligns with an audience attuned to dynamic design, it defies expectations without the need for embellishment.

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HOKA’s latest drop extends an invitation—not just to wear, but to move. The Speed Loafer is now available through selected retailers and online, existing at the intersection of motion and intent.

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Paul Andrew Spring 2025

PAUL ANDREW
*Fusing Fashion with Radical Creativity

written SARAH ARENDTS

Titled without fanfare but pulsing with intent, the new Paul Andrew Spring 2025 campaign—a collaboration with an eclectic cohort of contemporary artists—unfolds as a declaration. The campaign lands like a manifesto for the avant-garde, a space where creativity reshapes the narrative of luxury fashion.

This is a campaign of tension and raw edges. Andrew’s collaborators embody modern disruption: Erica Ohmi’s glitch-ridden 3D textures flow into Rei Nadal’s surreal narratives. Sungi Mlengeya’s stark black-and-white portraits pull you into a quiet intensity that feels meditative. Jet Swan’s lens captures moments that resonate—charged and electric.

(c) Paul Andrew

(c) Paul Andrew

The energy is tangible. The collection speaks through footwear that transcends utility to become sculptural artifacts. Paul Andrew’s design carries an understated boldness. Translucent materials fold into shapes that feel as ephemeral as memory, while sharp cuts command attention with visceral impact. These pieces resonate without forcing clarity, allowing the viewer to linger in their intricacies.

Visual artist Jorden Steward’s work bursts with hyper-saturated tableaus of color, while Natasha Stagg’s fragmented storytelling adds depth to the mood. The campaign unfolds as a layered experience between physicality and abstraction.

Sound designer Frederic Sanchez creates sonic compositions that distort the visual narrative, scraping and humming like fractured memories. Luna Conte’s choreographed motion disrupts stillness, infusing movement with defiance.

Andrew’s campaign functions as an orbit of interconnected ideas and moments. The collaboration, with its fractured yet cohesive aesthetic, invites the audience to immerse in its density and discover its core.

Paul Andrew’s Spring 2025 campaign presents an unfiltered vision. The artists, visuals, and sound converge in a charged interplay that transcends interpretation. It is an experience that lingers, shifting something within—even if its shape remains elusive.

(c) Paul Andrew

(c) Paul Andrew

(c) Paul Andrew

campaign credits

creative director PAUL ANDREW

artists ERICA OHMI, JORDEN STEWARD, SIENNA MURDOCH, NATASHA STAGG, SUNGI MLENGEYA, JET SWAN, FREDERIC SANCHEZ, JASA MULLER, JACK LOVATT, @_UNFOLLOWING, REI NADAL, LUNA CONTE

VALENTINO Valentine’s Day 2025

Avant les Débuts with VALENTINO
*A Love Letter Rewritten

written MONICA DE LUNA

Maison Valentino’s Valentine’s Day 2025 is a riot of intimacy and rebellion. Under Alessandro Michele’s audacious creative direction, the ‘Avant les Débuts’ collection fractures traditional romance and pieces it back together into something electrifying.

Michele crafts accessories as conduits for emotion. Valentino Garavani’s signature Rockstud evolves into jagged, elongated forms—a tactile declaration of passion’s complexity. The collection hums with tension: metal edges collide with supple leather, each piece demanding touch while resisting easy understanding. These are objects that engage with desire in its purest form.

MAISON VALENTINO
Valentine´s Day Gifts 2025

The campaign imagery pulses with energy, refusing stasis. Sienna Murdoch’s kinetic work infuses an almost spectral quality—earrings captured mid-motion, belts twisting as if alive. Natasha Stagg’s layered prose threads through the visuals, creating a fragmented narrative that invites curiosity and disorientation.

Color in this collection agitates rather than soothes. Deep carmine flares against muted blush, with threads of gold drawing the viewer into unexpected depths. Michele uses these tones to evoke the sensory aftermath of unforgettable connection, each shade alive with intent.

Sound becomes another layer of storytelling. Frederic Sanchez’s auditory composition infects the campaign, with metallic whispers and creaking leather forming an intimate, voyeuristic atmosphere. These pieces don’t merely exist; they resonate, breathe, and linger.

‘Avant les Débuts’ transcends Valentine’s Day conventions, reimagining love as an experience of power and vulnerability. Alessandro Michele invites us to let go of sentimentality and embrace something sharper and more vital. Maison Valentino’s latest creation provokes, unsettles, and demands to be felt.

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GUCCI’s Cinematic Call to Emotion *Where Light Finds Us

GUCCI Spring 2025

GUCCI’s Cinematic Call to Emotion
* Where Light Finds Us

written AMANDA MORTENSON

GUCCI projects intensity and emotion. Spring 2025’s campaign, “Where Light Finds Us,” seen and directed by Xavier Dolan, pulses with raw tension and vulnerability. The actors Yara Shahidi and George MacKay anchor the scenes as glowing portraits of intimacy, caught in fleeting, luminous moments.

This isn’t a linear story. Instead, light takes on a transformative role, spilling through windows, cutting across walls, and touching brief, unspoken connections. Dolan’s lens captures moments of fleeting beauty, weaving shadows and light into a poetic visual experience.

GUCCI Spring 2025 Campaign
George MacKay

Gucci’s creative director, Sabato De Sarno, introduces a collection that moves fluidly between timelessness and modernity. Silhouettes include relaxed suiting and ethereal dresses that seem to float, creating a collection that refuses categorization. The iconic Bamboo 1947 bag reappears, embodying a sense of enduring elegance and thoughtful design. Every detail—from fabrics to stitching—is imbued with a quiet intensity, ready to resonate deeply.

Color choices feel deliberate, with soft blues and creams balanced by moments of vibrant citron and crimson. This intentional palette injects energy and emotional depth into the collection, offering a dynamic interplay of moods.

The campaign’s imagery thrives on ambiguity. Dolan’s still frames explore emotions through gestures and glances: hands brushing over fabric, light tracing a silhouette, or a gaze that holds untold stories. The camera lingers, urging viewers to delve deeper into its layers of meaning.

“Where Light Finds Us” challenges conventions and embraces an intimate, reflective tone. It invites the audience to sit with its layered beauty and absorb its quiet, human depth. Gucci’s Spring 2025 campaign transcends fashion, presenting a vision of raw emotion and light’s ability to reveal truth.

watch campaign film
GUCCI Spring 2025

campaign credits

GUCCI creative director SABATO DE SARNO
art director RICCARDO ZANOLA
seen + directed XAVIER DOLAN
models YARA SHAHIDI + GEORGE MACKAY
stylist FRANCESCA BURNS
hair JAWARA
makeup AARON DE MEY

GUCCI Spring 2025 Campaign
George MacKay

.selected *BEDU Atelier

.selected
Dining Table Triumph by BEDU Atelier
*The Art of the Everyday

written Monica de Luna

BEDU Atelier´s designs channel energy through their materials, rooted in craftsmanship and modern artistry.

The awarded tables are an invitation to gather. Its contours guide the eye, its surfaces invite touch, and its form brings presence into a space. Every edge and joint reflects a deliberate and poetic process.

BEDU Atelier

LE MILE Magazine names BEDU Atelier
The creator of the Dining Table of the Year 2024

BEDU Atelier’s designs are born from the intrinsic qualities of travertine. This ancient stone’s natural veins, textures, and tonal variations are celebrated rather than masked, allowing each table to tell a unique story. The selection process for materials is meticulous, ensuring every slab of travertine carries an identity of its own, imbued with history and nature’s artistry.

Every table is a result of an unyielding focus on material authenticity. The travertine’s raw beauty is complemented by precise craftsmanship, creating pieces that radiate understated luxury. This balance between the rugged and the refined defines BEDU Atelier’s design ethos, presenting their tables as statements of presence and permanence.

Each table emerges from a process that begins with collaboration. Designers and artisans work together to shape the travertine into forms that evoke simplicity and elegance. Hand-finishing techniques ensure the stone’s natural integrity is preserved, resulting in surfaces that invite touch and admiration.

The 2024 award-winning tables exemplifies this philosophy. Their structures harmonize bold geometric lines with smooth transitions, creating a centerpiece that commands attention without overwhelming its surroundings. Every detail—from the beveled edges to the seamless joins—is a testament to the brand’s pursuit of excellence.

— discover more www.beduatelier.com

BEDU Atelier

At its core, a dining table is a space for connection. BEDU Atelier’s design transcends mere function, offering a platform where stories unfold and relationships deepen. Their tables become focal points for these shared experiences, infusing everyday rituals with a sense of ceremony. The travertine’s natural warmth and grounding presence enhance the atmosphere, making every interaction feel significant.

By reimagining the role of materials and craftsmanship, BEDU Atelier offers a glimpse into the future of design. Their commitment to sustainability is evident in their sourcing practices, ensuring the travertine is responsibly obtained and processed. This eco-conscious approach aligns with modern sensibilities, placing environmental responsibility at the forefront of luxury design.

Our recognition underscores the cultural impact of BEDU Atelier’s work.

Their dining tables are markers of a lifestyle rooted in intentionality, beauty, and respect for the natural world.

On x FKA twigs

From Form to Function with On
* The Body Is Art Training Campaign

written AMANDA MORTENSON

On teams up with the visionary FKA twigs to unveil The Body Is Art, Part II, the centerpiece of its Spring/Summer 25 Training Collection, presenting training as an evocative, immersive act of self-expression and artistry.

Under the creative direction of FKA twigs and through Jordan Hemingway’s lens, the campaign pulses with energy inside a raw, industrial London warehouse. Movement emerges as a powerful form of expression, channeling creativity and identity.

On x FKA twigs
The Body Is Art, Part II

On x FKA twigs
The Body Is Art, Part II

With Paralympic athlete Léa Bayekula, IFBB Pro bodybuilder Michelle Mensah, and dancer Nana Yaa, the visuals honor strength and individuality. Each participant embodies the vision of movement as art—a dynamic exploration of purpose and form.

“I’m drawn to bodies shaped by purpose, by life,” twigs reflects. “In The Body Is Art, Part II, strength becomes art. It’s about redefining beauty through function and celebrating what the body can do.” Her words resonate across the collection, which blends technical precision with a minimalist aesthetic to redefine training apparel.

On’s SS25 Training Collection delivers performance-driven designs with a striking edge. The campaign’s highlighted looks — from the streamlined Studio Cut Out Crop and Train Tights Short to the dynamic Train 2-in-1 Crop paired with Train Shorts — are engineered for freedom and resilience. Twigs herself embodies this duality, wearing pieces that flow seamlessly from performance to expression. Completing the aesthetic are On’s signature sneakers, including the versatile Cloudnova X and high-performance Cloud X 4. The wider SS25 line reflects On’s commitment to innovation and inclusivity. From high-intensity staples like the Train-T and Train Shorts to the ultra-soft Studio line tailored for yoga and barre, the collection addresses diverse movement needs while maintaining a sleek, modern look. It’s sportswear that not only adapts to the body but elevates it, making every movement an act of creativity.

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On x FKA twigs Present The Body Is Art, Part II Spring/Summer 2025

campaign credits

creative direction FKA twigs
seen Jordan Hemingway
film Robert Richardson
set design Jabez Bartlett
movement direction Zoï Tatopoulos
styling Georgia Pendlebury
mair Louis Souvestre
make up Tilda Mace

On x FKA twigs
The Body Is Art, Part II

On x FKA twigs
The Body Is Art, Part II

On’s global momentum gains another layer with The Body Is Art, Part II, an expression of its philosophy: movement as a profound force of creativity. Partnering with FKA twigs, the brand shapes training into a multidimensional exploration, one that unites body and soul in dynamics.

Fragrances *AMAN Essentials

AMAN Essentials
*Scent as Sanctuary

written Sarah Arendts

AMAN Essentials creates fragrances that embody stillness, luxury, and elemental beauty.

Emerging from the soul of AMAN’s tranquil retreats, these scents translate silence and space into something tangible. Each bottle holds a distilled moment—deliberate, precise, and deeply immersive.

AMAN Essentials AYOM

AMAN Essentials ZUAC

AYOM exists in quiet power. Woods smolder at its heart, curling in whispers of tobacco and spiced earth. There’s a stillness to it, an inhale that pulls you into its depth. Oud, dense and resinous, moves like liquid shadow, while amber and vetiver soften into something intangible—a smoke that hangs in the air long after it’s gone.

ZUAC hums in clarity. Citrus edges cut through cool air, sharp and fleeting, before giving way to the hush of florals. Jasmine and orange blossom unfurl slowly, their softness drawn into sandalwood’s grounded warmth. It hangs close, a muted presence that clings to skin like memory.

The AMAN bottles are built like silent monoliths—deliberate, weighted, and carved with intention. Matte glass strips away distraction, drawing the hand to its cool surface, the eye to its quiet form. Nothing is loud here. Every detail, distilled to its core, feels essential, as though it has always existed.

AMAN Essentials shapes fragrance into place. These scents move like the air in still deserts, the hush of shadowed forests, the glow of far-off waters. They are less worn than inhabited—a personal encounter with silence and earth, captured in layers of essence.

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AMAN Essentials AYOM & ZUAC

AMAN Essentials ZUAC

Beyond AYOM and ZUAC, the AMAN Essentials collection unfolds in five more fragrances, each rooted in its own quiet power. VAYU channels the crisp air of open landscapes with fresh green notes and soft musks. HARU blooms in whispers of white flowers and fleeting citrus. SURU radiates warmth, a blend of woods and golden resins that settle into an endless hum. JIVA pulses with rich spices and smoky undertones, grounding you with every inhale. UMA feels like twilight—darkened by amber and softened by subtle vanillas, it carries the weight of stillness into night.

There is no clutter—only clarity. AMAN designs stillness you can breathe, sculpting atmospheres that linger unseen and unshaken.

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Fragrance Alchemy *Cereria Terenzi

Worlds in a Bottle
*Cereria Terenzi Fragrance Alchemy

written Alban E. Smajli

Cereria Terenzi creates fragrances that exist as their own dimensions, crafted by Paolo and Tiziana Terenzi with a vision that fuses intensity and artistry.

Each scent unfolds as a tactile experience, a narrative that imprints itself like a fleeting but unforgettable memory, saturating the senses with its bold presence. Tiziana Terenzi’s fragrances are cosmic artifacts, each one an invitation to traverse the vast unknown.

Crafted with obsessive detail, these bottles shimmer with golden intricacies and celestial engravings, like fragments of the universe captured in glass. The signature cap, a nod to astronomical precision, turns every piece into a treasure of sensory exploration. Tiziana Terenzi captures moments of raw intensity and emotion, distilling them into creations that speak without words. ANDROMEDA burns with a hypnotic warmth, while ABBRIVIO flows with shadowed mysteries. Tiziana Terenzi’s creations pulse with life, an unfiltered sensory experience that envelops and transforms with every encounter.

Tiziana Terenzi ABBRIVIO

V Canto unearths the hidden corners of human emotion, painting olfactory narratives steeped in love, desire, and betrayal. Inspired by the timeless verses of The Divine Comedy, this collection is poetry transformed into scent—an exploration of the soul’s journey through darkness and radiant light.

The bottles, swathed in lush velvet, hold secrets within their tactile embrace. CIANURO simmers with saffron and oud, an infusion that whispers desire. LUCE radiates with zesty citrus and floral notes, a luminous presence that lingers. V Canto sculpts fragrance into a medium that captures the intricate textures of emotion, crafting a sensory language uniquely its own.

Giardino Benessere crafts fragrances as vessels of nature’s power, designed to nurture the senses and elevate well-being. Rooted in the wisdom of botanicals and aromatherapy, these creations radiate a holistic approach to scent, merging ancient traditions with modern intention.
The bottles, stripped to their essence, speak of minimalism: translucent glass, earthy hues, and deliberate simplicity. HERÀ commands attention with its powerful blend of citrus and warm spices, creating an unforgettable presence, while NEROLI emanates a tranquil rhythm, evoking the serenity of a quiet garden. Giardino Benessere turns scent into ceremony, creating visceral landscapes that entwine with the core of human instinct.

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Giardino Benessere HERÀ

V CANTO CIANURO

Milan. Dubai. Cereria Terenzi’s boutiques exist as curated sanctuaries where scent converges with art and architecture. Every detail pulsates with intention, drawing visitors into a sensory realm that feels almost otherworldly. The lighting breathes atmosphere, the furniture exudes crafted energy, and the fragrances rest like artifacts of another time, radiating quiet intensity.

Cereria Terenzi channels pure artistry, crafting fragrances and candles that resonate as forces of nature and imagination. From the celestial visions of Tiziana Terenzi to the evocative storytelling of V Canto and the elemental rituals of Giardino Benessere, these brands define distinct realms of sensory exploration, unified by a dedication to excellence. This is fragrance elevated—art made manifest, a legacy that lingers in every molecule.

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.selected *WOUD

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The Stedge by WOUD
*Gravity Defied, Minimalist Marvel

written Amanda Mortenson

Stedge, brought to life by WOUD, clings to your wall with a delicate yet deliberate presence. A String. A Shelf. A suspended Moment.

Leonard Aldenhoff’s creation moves beyond functional furniture, unfolding as an exploration of material and space. Selected by LE MILE Magazine as Wall Shelf of the Year 2024, Stedge anchors itself as a hallmark of WOUD’s dedication to design excellence.

WOUD
Stedge Shelf by Leonard Aldenhoff

WOUD, a Danish design house with an instinct for minimalism, brings its philosophy to life in every detail of Stedge. The shelf is a manifestation of clarity, an embodiment of purpose. Thin steel cords hold slender oak shelves in place, creating a structure that evokes both strength and lightness. The interplay of wood and metal reveals a design that speaks to balance and precision.

The creation of Stedge traces back to Leonard Aldenhoff, a German designer known for his focus on technical mechanics and clean aesthetics. Originally conceived as a university project titled Stab Im Brett, Stedge emerged from an early exploration of storage concepts. The design found its identity within WOUD’s collection, where it took shape as a refined expression of Aldenhoff’s vision. The evolution from concept to finished product reflects a commitment to craft and innovation.

WOUD places emphasis on materiality and functionality, ensuring Stedge fulfills its role without excess. Its modular nature invites customization, offering the flexibility to expand or adapt its configuration. The oak shelves, available in finishes such as light oak and smoked oak, complement a range of interior styles. The result is a design that adapts while maintaining its distinct character.

Each element of Stedge is deliberate, from its intuitive installation to its focus on user experience. WOUD imbues the piece with a sense of permanence, designed to integrate seamlessly into its surroundings. The design creates a sense of focus, a visual rhythm that transforms the wall into a curated display of objects.

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LE MILE Magazine’s editorial team recognized Stedge for its essence, noting the way it resonates with contemporary spaces. Stedge shifts focus onto the essentials, offering a structure that allows the displayed items to breathe. It transforms spaces into environments, inviting quiet introspection through its presence.

WOUD’s approach elevates functionality into a dialogue between user and design. The Stedge represents its components, inviting new ways to engage with the everyday. The thin cords and refined materials unfold a narrative of meticulous design and aesthetic purpose. The product captures the brand’s philosophy, where clarity and form are celebrated.

As a part of WOUD’s collection, Stedge exemplifies their vision of timeless design. It transcends trends, existing as a pure statement. Crafted with care and precision, it finds harmony between technical ingenuity and aesthetic simplicity. WOUD’s dedication to thoughtful design ensures Stedge remains a lasting presence in the world of interiors.

.selected *Bottega Veneta x Flos

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Bottega Veneta x Flos
*600 Ways to Glow

written Monica de Luna

Rewind to 1966. Gino Sarfatti’s Model 600 lamp broke rules and boundaries, proving that lighting could flex, adapt, and surprise.

Now, Bottega Veneta, Italy’s high priest of leather luxe, has partnered with Flos to breathe new life into Sarfatti’s icon. The result? A lamp that fuses sculptural statement with timeless vision.

Gino Sarfatti, born in Venice in 1912, had a talent for twisting conventional ideas into something organic, fluid, and unapologetically modern. The Model 600 embodied this ethos with its soft, lead-shot leather base that reshaped the idea of rigidity in design. The same year saw Bottega Veneta experimenting with leather techniques that would define its legacy.

In the latest reinterpretation, Bottega Veneta transforms the Model 600 into a tactile masterpiece. Sarfatti’s smooth leather base now flaunts the unmistakable Intrecciato weave—a textured signature that defines Bottega’s craft. Another iteration, the Intreccio Foulard, amplifies the design’s visual dynamism while maintaining its core identity.

With advanced LED technology, the lamp balances the iconic bulb silhouette with contemporary functionality. The light flows seamlessly between direct and indirect, adapting to the angle of its reflector. Whether placed on a floor or table, it commands the space with a magnetic presence.

Color choices add personality to the design. Black and grey offer understated elegance, while red and emerald green (our most favorite) bring a sense of indulgence. Then there’s that green—the unmistakable Bottega Veneta hue that turns heads. Available in two sizes, the Model 600 redefines how a design piece integrates into modern living.

This collaboration shows how two icons—one in avant-garde lighting, the other in craftsmanship—combine to create something transcendent. It is a dialogue between decades, a modern heirloom with presence and vision.

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The new Model 600 embodies the spirit of innovation, bridging design history with forward-thinking creativity. The collaboration between Flos and Bottega Veneta illuminates space and the evolving story of Italian design.

HEIGS Fall/Winter 2024 *Campaign

HEIGS Fall/Winter 2024 Campaign
*A Manifesto in Craft

written Sarah Arendts

The Alpine air holds secrets, and HEIGS knows how to listen. Their Fall/Winter 2024 campaign, “CODE SWISS,” takes its cues from the Aletsch Arena, a raw expanse of ice and earth. It’s a grounding force for the brand’s aesthetic—clean, intentional, and rooted.

Founded in 2021 by Johanna van der Drift and Daan van Luijn, HEIGS operates at the intersection of design and craft. Each piece emerges from 153 steps of haute maroquinerie, performed by a single artisan in France. The process unfolds with an attention to detail that reveals itself in every curve of leather and every precisely stitched seam.

HEIGS FW24 Campaign
(c) shot by Yuma Greco

The collection’s defining features include interchangeable linings, crafted from materials like antique Toile de Jouy or upcycled ballet fabrics. The use of full-grain “Safari” calfskin ensures that the bags mature over time, taking on a tactile richness that invites interaction. This season’s silhouettes, from “En Suisse” to “Petit Suisse,” reflect a commitment to simplicity without losing depth. For the “CODE SWISS” campaign, HEIGS chose the Aletsch Arena as its setting—a site where nature’s power and precision coexist. The location mirrors the ethos behind the designs, offering a visual narrative that feels timeless yet forward-thinking.

2025 marks a significant evolution for the brand as HEIGS prepares to launch its first outerwear collection. These pieces are being designed with the same philosophy that informs their handbags: deliberate, versatile, and crafted to leave a lasting impression.

HEIGS’ work resonates because it prioritizes material integrity and process over fleeting trends. The designs speak a language of restraint, where every element has purpose and intention. With a focus on expanding their global presence, HEIGS creates collections that connect to specific places while maintaining universal appeal.

“CODE SWISS” captures HEIGS’ essence—precision honed in the Alps and a craft philosophy that’s anything but ordinary. Each piece pulses with intent, stripping design back to its raw, tactile core. Beyond function, there’s a pull, a resonance that feels permanent, grounding, like the whisper of the mountains it’s born from.

.selected *STOFF Nagel

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STOFF Nagel
*A Minimalist Icon

written Monica de Luna

There’s something timeless about the simplicity of form, a quiet elegance that speaks louder than any grand gesture. STOFF Nagel, the Danish design brand that reimagined an icon, understands this balance intimately. Its candle holders demand attention and they command it with effortless grace, reminiscent of an era when minimalism met the sculptural allure of modern design.

Born from the vision of Hans Nagel and the artistic prowess of Werner Stoff, the candle holder is a canvas for personal expression. Introduced in the 1960s, it reflects the architectural and artistic impulses of its time—stackable, modular, and entirely customizable.

STOFF Nagel
Best Candle Holder 2024
selected by LE MILE Magazine

The STOFF Nagel Candle Holder / Best in 2024

The candle holder’s DNA is steeped in history. Hans Nagel, a creative mind with a deep-rooted connection to his family’s craft, found inspiration in the most unexpected of places: a ski trip gone slightly awry. After a fall in the snow, Nagel’s fingers left three distinct holes. Those shapes—simple, geometric, and inherently human—would serve as the basis for the design he would later develop with Werner Stoff. The result? A candle holder that marries organic form with stark precision, a reflection of the mid-century fascination with space-age aesthetics and post-war design innovation.

The candle holders can be endlessly reconfigured—stacked into towering sculptures or spread across a dining table in a minimalist arrangement. It’s this flexibility that resonates with the creative individual, the one who sees beauty not in static perfection but in fluidity, in the ability to reshape the world around them.

The brand’s success is rooted in its refusal to compromise on craftsmanship. Each piece is carefully made, a nod to the original designs by Werner Stoff, whose eye for detail and love for rounded forms continue to influence the collection. Whether cast in chromed metal, brass, or the more recent bronzed finishes, each iteration feels like a rediscovery of something familiar yet fresh.

In the fast-paced world of design, where trends are as fleeting as the seasons, STOFF Nagel stands firm as a symbol of enduring elegance. It’s no wonder the editorial team of LE MILE Magazine selected STOFF Nagel as the Best Candle Holder of 2024. The brand offers an experience—a chance to sculpt light and shadow, to engage with history, and to participate in a narrative that spans decades.

“These pieces are sculptures in waiting, inviting their owners to play, to create, and to reshape their surroundings.”

Alban E. Smajli
Editor-in-Chief, LE MILE Magazine

The modular design, initially conceived as a utilitarian object, has transcended its function to become a piece of art in its own right. Design is loud, but STOFF Nagel moves differently. There’s a calmness in its form, a subtlety that draws you in and invites you to pause. It creates space for personal expression, offering a moment to explore creativity through minimalist beauty. Each piece holds a certain presence, allowing you to shape your surroundings in ways that feel uniquely your own.

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