ISSEY MIYAKE x New Balance *MT10O

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ISSEY MIYAKE x New Balance *MT10O
Crafting a New Vision for Athletic Footwear

written Monica de Luna

Striding into the future, ISSEY MIYAKE and New Balance disrupt the athletic wear scene with the MT10O, a bold redefinition of what running shoes can be.

Launching globally this June, this collaboration shatters conventions, blending ISSEY MIYAKE's radical design language with New Balance’s legacy in performance innovation.

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MT10O
Vibram technology

ISSEY MIYAKE x New Balance
MT10O in Black

Satoshi Kondo, the visionary behind ISSEY MIYAKE’s designs, reworks the New Balance MT10 from the ground up, infusing it with a philosophy of barefoot mobility and fluid physicality. The sneaker challenges the norms, designed for wearers who tread the edge of adventure and style.

The MT10O pairs high-tech functionality with high-fashion sensibility, featuring a sleek, breathable mesh intertwined with supple premium leather. Its streamlined laces and durable, abrasion-resistant touches amplify a minimalist aesthetic that doesn’t compromise on utility.

Underneath its stylish exterior, the MT10O is engineered for the trail yet refined for the cityscape. Its sole, crafted with Vibram technology for optimal grip, tackles diverse terrains with ease. The design’s minimal cushioning connects wearers closely to the ground, supported by a snug fit and a wide toe box that allows for natural foot dynamics.

Captured through the lens of Antoine Picard, the campaign for the MT10O transcends traditional footwear advertising, celebrating the shoe as a dynamic participant in the wearer’s lifestyle. Picard’s imagery, rich with movement and texture, encapsulates the fusion of performance and avant-garde aesthetics that the collaboration embodies.

ISSEY MIYAKE x New Balance
MT10O in Blue Green

ISSEY MIYAKE x New Balance
MT10O in White

The collaboration between ISSEY MIYAKE and New Balance is quite a declaration of how far fashion and function can travel together. The MT10O is made to move boldly, an emblem of what happens when two innovators collide to push the boundaries of design.

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(c) ISSEY MIYAKE x New Balance

Christian Louboutin BREIZCABA *The Artful Craft

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Christian Louboutin
The Artful Craft of BREIZCABA

written Amanda Mortenson

Each season, Christian Louboutin takes a bold leap into a design odyssey, honoring a region close to his aesthetic heart through his iconic tote collections. This year’s spotlight? Brittany.

The BREIZCABA is a felt declaration of Louboutin’s love for this French heritage-rich region—a place that tugs at his roots and fuels his creative fire.

The BREIZCABA encapsulates a narrative of history, personal connection, and cultural preservation. Christian Louboutin, renowned for his iconic red-soled shoes and a deep-rooted respect for craftsmanship, guides us through the rich mosaic of his familial ties to Brittany, a region that fuels his creative spirit.

Louboutin’s latest tote is a masterpiece of aesthetics, symbolizing a deep jump into the past while celebrating the traditional art forms of Breton culture. The bag is a vibrant tableau of decorative arts, featuring intricate embroidery and felt work that echo Breton costumes, all crafted from locally sourced materials. Each design element of the BREIZCABA tells a unique story through its colors, patterns, and the meticulous stitches that bind it.

What distinguishes the BREIZCABA is its authentic production process, deeply rooted in regional artisanship. The tote is meticulously crafted at the historic Le Minor workshop in Brittany, where artisans blend century-old techniques with Louboutin’s visionary design. This workshop is a guardian of Breton embroidery techniques, increasingly rare in today’s fast-paced fashion scene, ensuring each needlework detail adds to the tote’s allure and keeps a dying art alive.

Moreover, the BREIZCABA acts as a talisman, adorned with symbols of luck and spiritual motifs from Brittany. The Triskelion, an ancient Celtic symbol reinterpreted for the bag’s lining, represents life’s continuity and movement.

Christian Louboutin
BREIZCABA Bag

Christian Louboutin
BREIZCABA Bag

The initiative behind the BREIZCABA also reaches into the realms of philanthropy. A portion of the proceeds from sales supports the restoration of the Georges Delasalle gardens on the island of Batz, which were severely damaged by a recent storm. This philanthropic effort holds a special place in Louboutin’s heart and underscores his deep commitment to Brittany.

In today's world, where fast fashion often overshadows more thoughtful design, the BREIZCABA stands as a testament to the enduring value of crafted fashion. This tote embodies the idea that fashion is not merely about fleeting trends but about rich narratives, community, and connections to place. Christian Louboutin's latest offering is a piece of wearable art that weaves the essence of Brittany into a design fit for the contemporary landscape, bridging past and present in each thread.

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Artful Craft behind Christian Louboutin's Latest Tote BREIZCABA

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BREIZCABA Bag

Bloom Lenses *YUN x LE MILE

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YUN x LE MILE
Flower Dance Fusion

written Monica de Luna

LE MILE and YUN orchestrate a visual ballet with the ‘Flower Dance Collection’ for Spring/Summer 2024, a choreography that marries the ephemeral beauty of spring with bold, contemporary design.

These frames are the looking glasses into the soul of the season. Enter Lei, Wells, and Elvan – three silhouettes that dare to redefine the face of modernity with a whispered homage to the past. The Otto II joins this line-up as a crescendo, reimagining its predecessor with a new size and refined detailing, proving that true style is not about reinvention but reinterpretation.

Captured through the lens of LE MILE creatives, the Spring/Summer 2024 campaign is a tableau of texture and hue. Here, models are immersed in a narrative where flora and fashion are intertwined, reflecting the joy and jubilance of spring’s arrival.

The cast of faces is as diverse as the blossoms of spring, each model bringing a unique energy to the frame, showcasing YUN’s celebration of individuality. This is a collection that stands resolute against the homogeneity of trends, an ode to the unique beauty found in diversity.

An eyewear anthology that speaks to the renegades and the romantics alike.

YUN's commitment to sustainability weaves through the collection like a green thread. These pieces are crafted to be cherished beyond the fleeting moments of seasonal change – a counterpoint to the throwaway culture of fashion, promising longevity in style and substance.

The visual storytelling by LE MILE is audacious, every element a deliberate stroke on a canvas where fashion becomes an act of rebellion. The folds of fabric, the arresting gaze behind the lenses, the botanicals in grasp – each a piece of a narrative that champions the arrival of a new vision for the spring.

Through the ‘Flower Dance Collection’, YUN and LE MILE Magazine extend an invitation to view the world not as it is, but as what it could be – a place of boundless creativity and transformative beauty.

It's a defiant call to the bold, to those who wear their identity as an extension of their vision.

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YUN
FLOWER DANCE COLLECTION

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Louis Vuitton Voyager - Prefall 24

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Cultural Confluence with LOUIS VUITTON
Voyager Prefall 2024 Collection

written Sarah Arendts

In the neon-lit embrace of Shanghai, Louis Vuitton unfurled its Prefall 2024 collection, transforming the Long Museum—a behemoth of contemporary architecture—into a pulsating heart of fashion futurism.

Nicolas Ghesquière, the relentless innovator at LV's helm, marked a decade of his creative leadership with a collection that was less about clothes but more about cultural synthesis, delivered with a punchy verve characteristic of today's new romanticism.

The collection—a manifesto of maximalist expression—echoed the electric youth of China, defiant in its splashes of color and radical silhouettes. Ghesquière, known for his keen ability to splice DNA of different eras, presented a line that felt like a rebellious rendezvous between historical finesse and bold, contemporary audacity.

A collision of times and textures played out across the runway, where the past was not merely referenced but vivaciously reanimated. Classic Louis Vuitton motifs were reinterpreted with an almost irreverent glee, their storied elegance disrupted by strikingly modern interventions. Sun Yitian, the prodigious Chinese artist, lent her fantastical creatures to the mix, infusing the collection with a sense of whimsy and wonder that challenged the very notion of what luxury fashion should embody.

The catwalk was a kinetic field of tension—short hemlines clashed against long drapes in a choreographed dance of divergence. Here, Ghesquière’s genius lay in his ability to maintain harmony amid chaos, crafting pieces that felt both spontaneously crafted and intricately deliberate.

Amid the sartorial spectacle, the accessories stood as bold punctuation marks. The Petite Malle and the newly debuted Slim Trunk became portable relics of a brand perpetually in flux, yet unwavering in its commitment to craftsmanship. These pieces encapsulated the narrative thrust of the collection—heritage reworked into a new, dynamic lexicon of style.

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The Voyager show was a conversation through the threads and textures of time. Louis Vuitton's Prefall 2024 in Shanghai spun a new web of possibilities. Under Nicolas Ghesquière, fashion transcends, challenges, and captivates, morphing into a vivid force in our rapidly shifting world.

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NOMOS *Color Revolution

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NOMOS Glashütte Color Revolution
31 Shades of Time

written Amanda Mortenson

NOMOS Glashütte, synonymous with precision and modern aesthetics, has unveiled its classic Tangente model in an array of 31 different hues, marking a vibrant turn in its design philosophy.

The Tangente 38 Datum – 175 Years Watchmaking Glashütte collection revitalizes the iconic model, which has remained unchanged for over three decades, with vivid color compositions. Each limited edition timepiece, set at 175 units, adheres to the highest chronometer standards.

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NOMOS Glashütte launches 31 vibrant Tangente colors, each uniquely crafted for modern elegance.

Color embodies individuality, the future, and life's vibrancy. Boldly reimagining an iconic design carries risks, yet the Tangente 38 Datum retains its impeccable standards, now enhanced by a spectrum of hues inspired by a deep love for fine watchmaking. This series maintains the renowned quality of the brand and infuses the watch world with personality and joy.

Each piece in this collection carries a distinct name and story, ranging from Ariel's serene blues to Zirkus' bold reds, and from Haifischgrau's sleek grays to Schlossgrün's deep greens. This array ensures that there is a perfect match for every individual, offering a watch that is a timekeeper—and a personal expression.

Emphasizing the accessibility of mechanical watch joy, NOMOS Glashütte has priced these colorful, limited edition timepieces below the standard model.

At the core of each Tangente 38 Datum is the hand-wound DUW 4101 caliber, a testament to in-house engineering, regulated to chronometer standards and featuring the NOMOS Swing System. This caliber is renowned for its integrated date mechanism, which places the date window prominently on the dial, often highlighted with colors that resonate with the watch’s overall aesthetic.

NOMOS Glashütte
Splashes of Style: 31 New Tangente Colors

With this launch, NOMOS Glashütte celebrates 175 years of watchmaking excellence by presenting a watch for each day of the month—31 pieces that do more than measure time; they celebrate it. Each color and watch pays tribute to the legacy and craftsmanship of Glashütte, honoring its rich history while stepping boldly into a future of vibrant diversity.

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Scarosso x Brooks Brothers - Footwear

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Scarosso x Brooks Brothers
Unite for Exclusive Footwear Capsule Line

written Amanda Mortenson

When tradition marries innovation, the result is not only a product but a narrative woven with threads of heritage and threads of tomorrow!

This narrative is brought to life in the latest collaboration between Brooks Brothers, America’s oldest apparel brand, and Scarosso, the maverick Italian shoemaker renowned for its artisanal craftsmanship. Together, they present a capsule collection that redefines the boundaries of classic footwear.

Scarosso x Brooks Brothers
Edward Burgundy

Scarosso x Brooks Brothers
Harry Black

Their collaboration blends the relaxed elegance of Brooks Brothers’ preppy aesthetic with the meticulous attention to detail that Scarosso is celebrated for. The collection comprises four distinct styles, each designed to cater to the modern man who values a sartorial nod to classic influences while standing firmly in the present. From rubber-soled loafers that whisper of laid-back yacht days to sleek, polished derbies that command respect in the boardroom, each pair promises versatility and style.

The standout piece might just be the all-white sneaker, a nod to contemporary trends and a testament to timeless style. Adorned subtly with the Brooks Brothers logo, these sneakers serve as a canvas of modernity set against the backdrop of tradition. The collection also features burgundy penny loafers and dark navy tassel loafers, each piece telling its own story of elegance and ease.

This collection looks back at the rich histories both brands share and is also about moving forward. Each shoe is crafted in Italy, ensuring every stitch embodies the 'Made in Italy' promise of quality and sustainability. Scarosso’s commitment to local manufacturing processes and transparency blends perfectly with Brooks Brothers’ legacy of innovation and quality.

Scarosso x Brooks Brothers
Ugo White

Scarosso x Brooks Brothers
Leandro Navy Suede

Brooks Brothers has long been a staple in the wardrobes of those who veer towards understated luxury. On the other hand, Scarosso has carved a niche for itself with its direct-to-consumer model that disrupts traditional retail with a sharp focus on quality and affordability.

Priced between €250 and €310, the Brooks Brothers x Scarosso collection combines accessibility and luxury, available exclusively on their European e-commerce sites and select boutiques. This distribution strategy ensures the pieces reach aficionados of fine craftsmanship without compromising exclusivity.

The collection bridges the gap between casual and formal wear, underscoring fashion's ongoing evolution and the importance of heritage in modern design. It´s a tribute to the art of living one's legacy through exceptional footwear.

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Tyler, The Creator *Louis Vuitton

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Louis Vuitton Spring 2024 Men
Tyler, The Creator´s Visionary Twist

written Sarah Arendts

Louis Vuitton and Tyler, The Creator orchestrate a symphony of style, unveiling a Men’s Capsule Collection that blurs the lines between high fashion and high voltage creativity.
With Pharrell Williams' vision casting long shadows, Tyler, The Creator steps into the atelier, bringing with him a whirlwind of chromatic pastels, hand-drawn monograms, and a flair for the dramatic.

Pharrell Williams shares,

“Tyler and I, we’ve woven our dreams into designs for years. This chapter with Louis Vuitton? It’s us, unfettered and unleashed.”

Envisioned through the lens of Tyler, The Creator, the collection introduces the Craggy Monogram, a visual feast of liquefied luxury meeting whimsical design. Each piece serves as a canvas for Tyler’s imagination, where Airedale Terriers play among daisies, and creamy pastels paint a narrative of spring’s eternal rebirth.

Tyler, diving into his process, reveals,

“It’s about creating pieces that are me, through and through. That chessboard? It’s a piece of my heart, sketched and brought to life. This collaboration felt like a journey of discovery, with Pharrell and Louis Vuitton as my guides into the world of fashion alchemy.”

The collection itself is a parade of paradoxes: chocolate down jackets that whisper tales of vanilla windbreakers, denim ensembles that wink at preppy knitwear. It's here that Tyler's vision of a spring palette comes alive, weaving through a spectrum of designs that defy convention.

Footwear and accessories echo the collection's ethos, transforming traditional luxury with a twist of Tyler, The Creator’s unique essence.

As the Spring 2024 collection cascades into the world, it does so as a testament to the transformative power of collaboration. Tyler, The Creator and Louis Vuitton deliver not just garments, they deliver gateways to new dimensions of style, where each piece from the Capsule Collection is a conversation and each design a dialogue with the daring.

This collaboration between Tyler, The Creator and Louis Vuitton reshapes what we thought we knew about fashion narratives. It's a bold step into a season where creativity and craftsmanship collide, offering not just pieces to wear, but statements to live by. They're delivering a new lexicon of fashion, one where every item is a key to expressing personal style.

Spring 2024 is here, not to tell us how to dress, but to remind us of the power inherent in personal choice and creative expression.

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LOUIS VUITTON
SPRING CAPSULE COLLECTION 2024

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designed by TYLER, THE CREATOR
seen by LUIS PEREZ

Rokh x H&M - The Radical Remix

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Rokh x H&M
The Radical Remix

written Amanda Mortenson

Forget everything you thought you knew about fashion collaborations. The game has officially changed with the arrival of Rokh x H&M, a partnership that doesn't just push boundaries—it obliterates them. This isn't your run-of-the-mill team-up; it's a bold, defiant reimagining of what our wardrobes can signify, courtesy of Korean design prodigy Rok Hwang.

Ann-Sofie Johansson, H&M’s beacon of creativity, can barely contain her excitement. "Rok Hwang’s vision with Rokh has captivated the fashion world, earning acclaim for his audacious tailoring and redefinition of classic femininity," she enthuses. "This collaboration is a bridge between his distinctive craftsmanship and our broad audience, serving up high fashion with a twist."

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Rok Hwang + Ann-Sofie Johansson

This collection is a playground of innovation, where the mundane is made extraordinary. Picture a trench coat, but not as you know it: double-layered, daring, different. Or an oversized blazer, redefined with a metallic belt that demands attention. The menswear too refuses to conform, with pieces that subtly critique corporate attire while inviting personal expression.

Accessories, from a logo-emblazoned leather suitcase to mules with bolt heels, are anything but accessories in this collection—they're statement pieces, integral to the narrative of redefinition and personal expression.

It's a fusion of Rok Hwang's innovative spirit with H&M's global reach, offering a fresh perspective on timeless pieces.

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Winter 2024

The collection's impact goes beyond aesthetics. It's a commitment to sustainability, embracing chrome-free leather, organic cotton, and recycled metals, and it acknowledges the global stage with exclusive designs for Korean and Japanese markets, celebrating the diversity of fashion appetites.

Rok Hwang's journey—from Seoul to the world's fashion capitals, through the halls of Central Saint Martins under the legendary Louise Wilson, to a pivotal role at CELINE, and finally, the creation of Rokh—reads like a testament to the power of innovation and cross-cultural influence in fashion. His work challenges, delights, and redefines, earning a place in the finals of the LVMH Prize and capturing the imaginations of fashion aficionados worldwide.

Mark your calendars
On 18 April 2024, the fashion landscape will shift as this electrifying collection hits selected H&M stores and the digital realm of hm.com.

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TEXAS Collection, Rokh and H&M Collaboration
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CELINE Winter 2024 The Dawn of Beauté + a Winter of Triumph

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CELINE Winter 2024
The Dawn of Beauté and a Winter of Triomphe

written Alban E. Smajli

Shadows of the Arc de Triomphe and the timeless allure of Parisian streets serve as the backdrop as CELINE unveils its latest masterpiece – the Women Winter 24 Collection, christened “La Collection de L’Arc de Triomphe”.

This collection transcends the ordinary seasonal release; it's a revolution and a proclamation of beauty and heritage, masterfully led by the indomitable Hedi Slimane. This season signifies a groundbreaking moment for the house: the introduction of CELINE Beauté, the brand's inaugural dive into cosmetics, marking not just any debut. Conceptualized by Slimane in 2023, this line enriches CELINE’s sensory universe, building on the olfactory delights of the Haute Parfumerie introduced in 2019 to a visual array of luxurious beauty essentials.

Drenched in nostalgia yet fiercely modern, the "La Collection de L’Arc de Triomphe" film is an ode to the birth of CELINE Beauté. Models adorned with "La Peau Nue" Rose Naturel lipstick, a prelude to the "Rouge CELINE" collection, set to launch with an explosion of 15 shades in 2025. But the revolution begins this autumn with “Rouge Triomphe” satin lipstick – think of it as your first taste of rebellion.

Rewinding back to 1971, the tale begins with Celine Vipiana stranded at Place de l’Etoile, her gaze caught by the chain link around the Arc de Triomphe. Fast forward to 2018, and Slimane, with his Midas touch, revamps this motif into “Triomphe” – a symbol of victory that now threads through each collection like a golden seam.

The Winter 24 collection is a time capsule, whisking us back to the 60s, the CELINE golden era, now with Slimane at the helm navigating through the decades. It’s a blend of heritage and haute couture, where ready-to-wear meets artisanal craftsmanship.

CELINE satin lipstick
Rouge Triomphe

Celine Ad Campaign
Winter 2024

Celine Ad Campaign
Winter 2024

Set against Paris's historical Art Deco backdrops, from La Salle Pleyel’s symphonic echoes to Le Musée Bourdelle's sculptural sanctum and La Maison de la Chimie’s architectural synthesis, the collection is a tribute to the city’s artistic legacy. These venues, steeped in history, serve as the perfect canvas for CELINE’s modern artistry.

The soundscape of the collection, "La Folia", composed and performed by Mélanie Chedeville with a touch of magic from Rico the Wizard, is a nod to the symphony of creativity that defines CELINE. It’s a homage to Slimane’s mentor, Richard Avedon, blending the realms of photography, music, and fashion into a single, pulsating heartbeat.

DIRECTED BY HEDI SLIMANE

DESIGNED IN JULY 2023 / FILMED IN PARIS IN DECEMBER 2023



© HEDI SLIMANE PHOTOGRAPHY + FILM

With CELINE Beauté, Slimane is crafting a new lexicon of beauty, one that speaks in hues of revolution and whispers tales of a storied past.

CELINE transcends mere trendsetting to become a beacon of cultural revolution, redefining luxury with each stroke of lipstick and thread of fabric. This evolution heralds a CELINE reborn – a dazzling spectacle that sets the stage ablaze with its transformative glow.

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CELINE
A COLLECTION DE L'ARC DE TRIOMPHE

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NOMOS Glashütte *Club Campus Edition

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NOMOS Glashütte Club Campus
Timekeepers of Tomorrow

written Monica de Luna

The NOMOS Glashütte Club Campus is a vibrant testament to craftsmanship, inviting watch enthusiasts and newcomers alike into the meticulous world of fine mechanical timepieces. This entry-level model, known for its robustness and straightforward appeal, now dazzles in two dynamic hues: nonstop red and endless blue. A symbol of both courage and calm, the Club Campus is designed to commemorate life's significant milestones, making it an ideal gift for recent graduates and those marking major achievements.

NOMOS Glashütte's latest horological offering doesn't just tell time; it speaks volumes.

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NOMOS Glashütte
Club Campus 38 nonstop red + Club Campus endless blue

The allure of the Club Campus series lies in its bold color palette, coupled with the opportunity for personalization. Each watch's stainless steel back, deliberately left clear, beckons for engravings that add a touch of intimacy to this otherwise universal gift. Opting for a version with a sapphire crystal back further personalizes the experience, allowing for a small, yet meaningful, customized detail.

The series showcases two case sizes, 36 and 38.5 millimeters, ensuring a perfect fit for a diverse array of wrists. Its water resistance up to 10 atm is secured by a screw-down back, embodying the essence of a sporty, yet sophisticated, timepiece. The contemporary vegan velour strap and the playful mix of Roman and Arabic numerals on the dial make the Club Campus stand out. This design choice not only makes a statement but also highlights the watch's unique personality through finely accentuated details.

NOMOS Glashütte's dedication to subtle yet striking contrasts is evident in the color outlines of the hour markers and numerals: light blue against nonstop red and violet against endless blue. The minute numerals break the mold with light blue on nonstop red and mint green on endless blue, while the seconds hand in neon orange injects a lively burst of energy into the design.

At the heart of each Club Campus watch beats the Alpha caliber, a classic NOMOS movement renowned for its high precision. This hand-wound mechanism benefits from the DUW regulation system and embodies the rich heritage of Glashütte's watchmaking tradition with features like tempered blue screws, Glashütte sunburst, and ribbing polishes.

Enhancing Personalization
Sapphire Crystal Back Watches

The Club Campus series from NOMOS Glashütte is a harbinger of personal expression and fine craftsmanship. It invites wearers to make every moment a bold statement of their journey through life's milestones.

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New Balance x Miu Miu 2024 Alliance

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New Balance x Miu Miu 2024 Alliance
Revolutionizing Footwear

written Sarah Arendts

New Balance and Miu Miu unveil their latest collaboration for 2024, bringing a fresh perspective to the legendary New Balance 530 running shoe.

MIU MIU x New Balance
seen by Alessandro Furchino Capria

The campaign stars Peris Adolwi, Julie Hoomans, and Florine Wildeboer, encapsulating stolen moments against a minimalist backdrop that encourages the audience to imbue the imagery with their personal narratives. This intimate setting, characterized by its simplicity and domestic motifs, underscores the collection's essence: a blend of relaxation, playfulness, and a profound sense of personal identity.

Introduced in 1992, the New Balance 530 emerged as a performance powerhouse, its design resonating with sneaker aficionados for its minimalist aesthetic combined with luxurious materials. Miu Miu, staying true to its disruptive spirit, reimagines this silhouette through a lens of avant-garde deconstruction. The result is the 530 SL: a sneaker that maintains its iconic identity while introducing an ultra-flat, super-light sole that challenges conventional proportions and expectations.

The collaboration presents two distinct versions of the sneaker: one in distressed suede featuring a warm, natural color scheme, and another in a classic black and white palette, utilizing unprocessed suede and mesh. This choice offers a nod to the aesthetic of lived-in comfort and provides a canvas for personal expression through interchangeable laces in varied materials, including leather and sailing cord.

At its core, the New Balance x Miu Miu 2024 campaign is a declaration of individuality and a testament to the seamless fusion of comfort, character, and confidence. It reflects a deep understanding of the heritage and ethos of both brands, offering a footwear experience that is as much about making a personal statement as it is about honoring the legacy of two iconic names in the fashion and athletic industries.

MIU MIU x New Balance
seen by Alessandro Furchino Capria

The collection invites enthusiasts and fashion-forward individuals alike to redefine their style boundaries. It´s a token of the fearless spirit that drives both brands to continually redefine the landscape of fashion and functionality.

Photography Alessandro Furchino Capria
Styling Lotta Volkova
Cast Peris Adolwi, Juli Biko, Julie Hoomans, Florine Wildeboer

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(c) New Balance x MiuMiu
2024

A|X Armani Exchange Unveils Milano Edition Spring/Summer 2024

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A|X Armani Exchange
Milano Edition Spring/Summer 2024

written Sarah Arendts

In a vibrant homage to its roots, A|X Armani Exchange seamlessly blends the Milanese DNA with the pioneering minimalism of its founder, showcasing a collection that speaks volumes with its understated elegance and profound respect for the environment.

A|X Armani Exchange
Spring/Summer 2024 Milano Edition

The new Milano Edition emerges as a beacon of cross-gender fashion, blurring the lines of traditional gender boundaries with its universal appeal. It´s a collection that celebrates the essence of Milanese style - elegant and eternally modern. The pieces, ranging from trench coats to blazers, shirts, trousers, jackets, ot the quintessential five-pocket jeans, are a testament to the brand's commitment to versatility and functionality without sacrificing style.

Color plays a pivotal role in this collection, with a meticulously curated palette that echoes the architectural beauty and urban landscape of Milan. Shades of black, midnight blue, light blue, sand, and off-white serve as the foundation, offering a sophisticated yet approachable aesthetic that can seamlessly transition from day to night, casual to formal.

Sustainability is a guiding principle for A|X Armani Exchange that is woven into the very fabric of the Milano Edition. Each piece is a testament to the brand's ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship, crafted exclusively from organic or recycled cotton, recycled nylon, and viscose sourced from responsibly managed forests. This dedication to sustainable materials underscores the brand's respect for the planet and also elevates the collection, offering consumers fashion choices that are both stylish and responsible.

The Milano Edition's design ethos revolves around essential lines and enveloping volumes, a nod to the minimalist philosophy that has long been a hallmark of the brand.

A|X Armani Exchange
Spring/Summer 2024 Milano Edition

As Milan continues to be a beacon of fashion innovation, the A|X Armani Exchange Milano Edition stands as a testament to the city's influence, a collection that honors its heritage and also looks forward to the future of fashion with optimism and a deep-seated commitment to sustainability.

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Spring/Summer 2024 Milano Edition

Ferragamo Spring-Summer 2024

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Ferragamo SS 2024
Symphony of Elegance + Empowerment

written Monica de Luna

In the latest revelation from Ferragamo, the Spring-Summer 2024 campaign unfolds as a vivid narrative that celebrates the essence of femininity, merging the tactile sensuality of fashion with the profound narratives of individuality.

Spearheaded by the visionary Maximilian Davis, Ferragamo's newest chapter embarks on an intimate journey into the essence of the Ferragamo woman, vividly brought to life by the ethereal Natalia Vodianova and captured through the lens of Italian artist Vanina Sorrenti.

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SS24 Campaign

Sorrenti, known for her pioneering iconography, focuses on women in their most genuine states, reveling in the comfort of their authenticity. This campaign is no different, as it encapsulates women in environments where they resonate with tranquility and self-assurance. “My heritage, my background and my upbringing has always revolved around the influence and presence of women in my life,” Davis shares, reflecting on the profound impact of feminine influence in his creative journey.
He adds,

“Vanina’s work is about seeing women in their natural surroundings, where they feel most at ease. Her gaze, and their comfort, is very powerful – and I want to make sure that the women who I work with and the women who I dress feel that way, too.”

The collection itself is a testament to the seamless blend of cultural narratives, drawing parallels between the laid-back allure of the Caribbean and the refined simplicity of Italian style. The campaign's backdrop, featuring parquet floors and mid-century furnishings drenched in vibrant hues, sets the stage for this serene yet spirited dialogue.

Accessories in the collection act as vibrant interludes of azure blue — from the Hug bag's embrace to the Fiamma's optic white folds, leading to the spirited hues of a mule. The new cage heel, a nod to Ferragamo's storied archive, manifests Italian modernity with a twist, bridging the past and present with effortless grace. At the heart of this narrative is Natalia Vodianova, embodying Ferragamo's principles through her poised presence and the silent stories her agency in the images tells. Davis emphasizes the importance of empowering the wearer, stating,

“For me, it’s about making sure that the proportions, structure, and silhouettes of a piece are always constructed in a way that empowers their wearer. It should give you the sense of ease that comes naturally from wearing something that you believe works for you.”

(c) Ferragamo
SS24 Campaign

(c) Ferragamo
SS24 Campaign

(c) Ferragamo
SS24 Campaign

Ferragamo´s Spring-Summer 2024 campaign is a manifesto of empowerment and the enduring beauty of the feminine spirit. The brand invites us to witness fashion as a form of personal and collective storytelling, where every piece is a chapter and every silhouette a statement of individual strength and grace.

Calvin Klein Spring 2024 Campaign *Kendall Jenner

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Calvin Klein Spring 2024 Campaign
with Kendall Jenner

written Monica de Luna

Experience a seamless blend of sophistication and sensuality in Calvin Klein's Spring 2024 womenswear campaign, starring iconic Kendall Jenner.

Captured through the lens of Mert Alas, the campaign is a visual exploration of contemporary elegance and understated allure.

Embodying the essence of effortless chic, Kendall Jenner channels the brand's ethos of modern minimalism. The campaign showcases the Spring womenswear collection in all its refined glory, with Kendall as the epitome of contemporary grace.

(c) Calvin Klein
Directed and seen by Mert Alas
Styled by Emmanuelle Alt

At the forefront of the collection is the Relaxed Trench Coat, a quintessential piece designed to transcend seasons with its soft draping silhouette and fluid fabrication. Complemented by the Structured Stretch Blazer and matching Wide Leg Trousers, the collection offers polished separates that redefine power dressing with a subtle sensuality.

As a nod to functionality and style, the Line Leather Crossbody Bag emerges as an elegant day-to-night essential, crafted from luxurious leather for a touch of understated luxury.

The campaign marks a new chapter for the brand, with Kendall's captivating imagery set to grace Calvin Klein´s social channels and prominent out-of-home placements worldwide.

(c) Calvin Klein

(c) Calvin Klein

Looking ahead, Calvin Klein's Spring 2024 campaign promises to continue its exploration of cultural influence, spotlighting individuals who embody confidence and individuality. It's a celebration of the Calvin Klein lifestyle—a fusion of style and self-expression.

Valentino Garavani *Allknots Bag

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Valentino Garavani Allknots Bag
Unraveling Elegance

written Monica de Luna

Embodying the essence of meticulous craftsmanship, the Valentino Garavani Allknots bag emerges as a testament to the enduring allure of artisanal beauty.

Crafted entirely by hand, this masterpiece heralds a new chapter in the storied legacy of Maison Valentino, offering a tangible piece of Couture for the everyday.

The art of the knot, a simple yet profound gesture of tying material into itself, transcends its basic form to become a symbol of unity and eternity, meticulously elevated by the hands of skilled artisans. Each knot weaves together a narrative of individuality and artistry, culminating in a bag that's not just an accessory, but a work of art.

(c) VALENTINO
GARAVANI ALLKNOTS BAG

Valentino's homage to the handmade is deeply rooted in the tradition of Couture, seamlessly blending the precious with the practical. The Allknots bag, with its light hues and intricate crocheted rope strings, embodies modernity while respecting its rich heritage. Its design speaks to a broad audience, thanks to the universal language of Italian craftsmanship, making it a versatile addition to any wardrobe, ready to accompany its bearer through the seasons.

Available in two distinctive styles—the original tote and a newly introduced hobo variant—the Allknots bag offers versatility and elegance in equal measure. The tote, perfect for weekend escapades, now shines anew in a hand-crocheted version, its leather strings in natural tones weaving a story of understated elegance and historical depth. Inside, practicality is ensured with a removable leather drawstring pouch and a flat zip pouch for secure storage.

Elevating the collection, the latest hobo style, fresh from the runway, features a lock twist VLogo closure, transforming it from a striking top handle to a functional hobo bag. Its light ivory shade and complex woven leather texture blend simplicity with sophistication, making it a standout piece that complements any look.

(c) VALENTINO
GARAVANI ALLKNOTS BAG

(c) VALENTINO
GARAVANI ALLKNOTS BAG

(c) VALENTINO
GARAVANI ALLKNOTS BAG

The Valentino Garavani Allknots bag celebrates the beauty of handmade craftsmanship, a wearable piece of art that bridges the gap between Couture and daily life. Its appeal lies in its aesthetic beauty and in the story it tells of tradition, innovation, and the timeless elegance of Maison Valentino.

Woolrich Fall/Winter 2024

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Woolrich Fall/Winter 2024
Embracing Authentic American Tradition

written Sarah Arendts

Woolrich's upcoming Fall/Winter 2024 collection is a masterful ode to American tradition, seamlessly marrying the essence of outdoor functionality with the pulse of urban sophistication. The vision behind the collection is a testament to Woolrich's dedication to crafting transitional garments that elevate the modern wardrobe with refined aesthetics and innovative design.

The color palette for the men's collection introduces an electrifying twist with unexpected shades of red and lime yellow, bringing a vibrant energy to the forefront of outdoor attire. These hues accentuate the collection's technical prowess. The latter being a nod to sustainability with its recycled polyester composition. Key highlights include the Pertex Puffer Jacket and Vest, both epitomes of water-repellent and wind-resistant innovation, insulated with ethically sourced down.

A refreshing light blue marks the debut of the new Ramar Bomber jacket, a dynamic reinterpretation of the Evolution Arctic Parka. With a detachable logo hood, this piece infuses the collection with a youthful vigor. Meanwhile, the iconic orange of the original Arctic Parka is reimagined in heavyweight wool and cotton, manifesting in cozy sweaters, scarves, and the Moleskin Overshirt - a modern take on the Alaskan classic.

(c) Woolrich
F/W 2024

Versatility is woven throughout the collection with military green pieces like the Peached Cotton 3-in-1 Parka. Luxurious earth tones enhance the collection's elegance, as seen in the Luxe Wool Shirt by Vitale Barberis Canonico and the innovative Luxe Storm System Coat, boasting an eco-friendly water-resistant membrane.

A nod to craftsmanship and global influences, the F/W 2024 season introduces a complete look in Japanese denim, showcasing the impeccable Selvedge Chore jacket and trousers.

For women, Woolrich celebrates the timeless appeal of wool, ensuring both durability and versatility for the dynamic pace of contemporary life. The collection features the LP Coat with its elegant houndstooth pattern, the Quilted Wool Parka, and layering essentials like blazers and Buffalo Check shirts in neutral and neon tones. The Shearling Vest and Jacket add layers of warmth and style, complemented by capes, overshirts, and the Mohair Wool Check Turtleneck.

For the colder months, the women's collection dives into high-performance ski-inspired garments, like the Cocoon Parka with internal suspenders and the GTX Jacket, padded with responsibly sourced down.

The collection's versatility extends to the Woolrich Footwear Made in Italy range, developed in collaboration with Vibram to ensure lightweight soles with exceptional grip. These new silhouettes promise unmatched comfort and adaptability, perfect for the urban explorer and outdoor enthusiast alike.

(c) Woolrich
F/W 2024

(c) Woolrich
F/W 2024

(c) Woolrich
F/W 2024

Woolrich's Fall/Winter 2024 collection offers a sophisticated yet functional wardrobe that bridges the gap between outdoor traditions and contemporary style and it embraces the elements with Woolrich's unparalleled craftsmanship and aesthetic finesse.

Church's Deco Collection 2024

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Church´s Deco Collection
Classic Men's Footwear meets Art Deco Elegance

written Amanda Mortenson

Church's, the storied beacon of English shoemaking excellence, has just unveiled its Deco Collection, a splendid showcase of craftsmanship that marries the traditional with the transformative. This collection serves as a bridge between the storied past of footwear artisanship and the dynamic flair of contemporary design, presenting a lineup of eight iconic men's shoes that are as timeless as they are modern.

Church's Deco
Milford

This collection is a tribute to the art of traditional shoemaking, redefined through the lens of Art Deco elegance.

From the solemn elegance of the classic Oxford to the functional allure of the Chelsea boot, the Deco Collection traverses the wide spectrum of men's fashion with grace and versatility. The collection is rounded out with the impeccable craftsmanship of the Derby and the casual sophistication of the loafer, offering an array of choices for the discerning gentleman of today.

At the heart of the Deco Collection's uniqueness is its sophisticated finishing process. Each shoe undergoes a special two-phase dyeing technique that colors and then gently fades the leather by hand, imbuing it with an antique look that highlights its artisanal charm. This method celebrates the meticulous attention to detail that Church's is renowned for.

Drawing inspiration from the Art Deco movement, the Deco Collection's visual narrative is one of sleek architectural lines and decorative motifs that perfectly complement its classic shapes, deep burnt tones, and artistic finishes. This influence transforms each piece into a testament to the enduring appeal of Art Deco's aesthetic principles, seamlessly integrated with the timeless elegance of traditional English shoemaking.

The Deco Collection is a continuation of the brand's rich legacy that began in 1617 with Anthony Church, a master shoemaker in Northampton. This city, known for its high-quality footwear since the medieval era, serves as the backdrop to Church's enduring commitment to excellence.

Church's Deco
Amberley

Church's Deco
Kingsley

Church's Deco
Westbury

Through the Deco Collection, Church's invites us to partake in a journey that celebrates the beauty of traditional craftsmanship while looking forward to the future of fashion with anticipation and excitement.

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(c) Church´s 2024

VALENTINO Haute Couture *LE SALON

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VALENTINO LE SALON
Haute Couture for the Contemporary Epoch

written Alban E. Smajli

Pierpaolo Piccioli, Valentino's maestro of couture, has just turned the page on fashion's narrative, presenting a LE SALON collection that speaks of a luxurious past, whispered to a cutting-edge present.

This Spring/Summer 2024 line is a cultural reset — a sartorial symphony where every note is crafted by hand, every rhythm is tailored to perfection, and every harmony resonates with the pulse of NOW.

LE SALON revives the intimate couture showings of yore, those exclusive gatherings that were as much about the artistry as they were about the show. Piccioli takes us back to that era of whispered elegance, but with a modern dialect. Today's LE SALON is about reflecting the present, capturing the essence of what it means to dress with timelessness in an age that ticks by in tweets and likes.

The collection weaves a dialogue of contrasts that's as rich and complex as any modern-day narrative. Imagine pragmatic silhouettes clashing with flights of fantasy, the boldness of structure melting into the fluidity of drapes, and a color palette that runs from the hush of monochrome to the shout of technicolor.

The hand of the artisan is ever-present in LE SALON. Gold wraps the body in a liquid embrace, while fabrics are conjured into illusions that flirt with the senses — think organza that ripples like water and sequins cut to mimic the spontaneity of nature.

This is couture that tells the truth, pieces that stand as a testament to the tangible, the handcrafted, the real amidst the virtual mirage of our everyday.

Valentino's Place Vendôme salons, steeped in the mythology of fashion's gilded age, become the stage for this intimate revelation. Here, haute couture isn't just seen; it's felt. It's a tactile experience, a close encounter with the divine details that only the hand can create and only the heart can appreciate.

Valentino Haute Couture
LE SALON 2024

With LE SALON, the spectacle is no longer just about the drama of the runway. It's about the personal, the silent conversations between the wearer and the worn, the creator and the created. This collection is an experience, a moment of beauty witnessed, a ritual where every stitch, every hem, every embroidered bead is a testament to the soul of haute couture.

Piccioli's vision for Valentino is a dance of history and modernity, an invitation to pause in our ceaseless scrolling, to touch and to feel the weight of fabric, the cool kiss of gold, the whisper of silk.

It's a call to remember that amidst the ephemeral, the essence of human artistry endures.

Welcome to the salon, where the fashion's future is written with a needle and thread.

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(c) Valentino

Christian Dior *Haute Couture SS24

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DIOR Spring/Summer 24
A Haute Couture Odyssey in the Rodin Museum

written Alban E. Smajli

The Dior Spring-Summer 2024 Haute Couture show in the Rodin Museum gardens was a spectacle where art and fashion collided in a riot of creativity.

Orchestrated by artist Isabella Ducrot, the installation "Big Aura," with its twenty-three oversized dresses, redefined the space into a vivid tableau, resonating with haute couture's grandeur.

Christian DIOR
Haute Couture Show Finale
seen & courtesy Adrien Dirand

Maria Grazia Chiuri, the maven behind Dior's women's collections, ventured into the essence of haute couture for this collection, embracing Walter Benjamin's concept of 'aura'. Each piece, unique and bespoke, was a testament to haute couture's evolution and personalization.

At the core of this narrative was the iconic "La Cigale" dress by Christian Dior from 1952. Its sculptural form and moiré fabric symbolized the sacred craft of the Atelier, merging art and apparel. The collection showcased a spectrum of iridescent hues over moiré fabric, a tribute to Christian Dior's legacy.

Chiuri's designs echoed architectural elegance. She revisited and reinterpreted details from Dior's archives, creating contemporary silhouettes that celebrated the versatility of materials, blending innovation with timelessness.

The collection show was a visual poem: Black velvet dresses flowed elegantly, while an opulent feather cape adorned an embroidered double organza dress. The Millefiori motif on a yellow moiré dress and the sway of long threads with each step illustrated the dynamic, living art.

Isabella Ducrot's "Big Aura" elevated the show, with its colossal dresses symbolizing the aura Chiuri sought to capture. The installation's presence and scale brought to mind the regality of Ottoman sultans, using exaggerated dimensions as a metaphor for haute couture's grandeur and dignity.

Ducrot's use of checkered patterns, typically associated with the ordinary, brought a fresh perspective to high fashion. This pattern, often linked to manual labor, was reimagined, challenging traditional views of value and beauty in materials.

The Dior S/S24 collection, set against the backdrop of "Big Aura," is a masterful blend of art, history, and contemporary fashion.

It´s an embodiment of haute couture's transformative power, bridging past and future, ordinary and extraordinary. Chiuri's designs and Ducrot's art made the show a testament to haute couture's enduring allure and relevance in the modern world.

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(c) DIOR Haute Couture SS24

header group shot seen & courtesy Laura Sciacovelli

VALENTINO LE CIEL 20.24 *Modern Masculinity

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VALENTINO LE CIEL 20.24
New Masculine Ethos

written Sarah Arendts

For VALENTINO's new Fall/Winter 2024/25 collection, Pierpaolo Piccioli captures the essence of the sky at dusk, distilling it into a shade of light blue that challenges and reshapes the very mold of masculinity.

This collection dares to question and overturn the traditional tenets of men's fashion, heralding a new era where color becomes a loudspeaker for personal expression and the silhouette, a canvas for innovation.

LE CIEL 20.24 is a manifesto, challenging the gendered connotations of color and cutting through the fabric of societal norms with a tailored blade. The Maison's new narrative threads freedom of choice with the needle of contemporary tailoring, crafting pieces that speak in volumes and tones, as varied as the sky itself.

Piccioli's VALENTINO doesn't just clothe a man; it clothes the man. The collection embraces a fluidity of form, a softness of silhouette that defies the rigid confines of traditional menswear. It's a dialogue between the delicate and the bold, where oversized coats and structured layers meet the unexpected tenderness of pastel turtlenecks peeking through.

The art of layering is redefined, allowing for an exploration of texture and tone that invites curiosity and demands a second glance. The collection’s embroidery, inspired by Renaissance stucco and the Maison's own High Relief technique, is a statement, a reimagining of masculinity that's both intricate and bold.

Piccioli's palette is an odyssey in itself, a journey from ethereal whites and greys to a crescendo of audacious lilacs, greens, and reds. These hues explode, disrupting the grayscale of winter with the ferocity of a paint-streaked rebellion.

Valentino FW 24/25
LE CIEL 20.24 Men´s COLLECTION

The Maison's fabric choices are a textured narrative—cotton is elevated, suede and leather are woven into the everyday, and formalwear is infused with the casual comfort of sweatshirts and tracksuits.

It’s a high-low mix that blurs the lines between the industrial and the opulent.

Accessories are not afterthoughts; they are exclamation points. The Valentino Garavani accessories, with the new VLogo The Bold Edition and the VLogo Moon Bag, punctuate the collection. Footwear, too, from the GentleGlam to the hybrid Runboot, walks the fine line between emblematic Maison symbolism and the freshness of the street.

It´s a sartorial revolution, where the sky is not the limit, but the starting point.

Valentino´s LE CIEL 20.24 collection is a new dialect for the modern man. Piccioli rewrites the narrative of masculinity with a collection that dares to be soft, to be romantic, to be intuitive.

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(c) Valentino