Emporio Armani Celebrates New NYC Flagship With Retro Campaign
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We’re in the depths of summer, with temperatures reaching a fever pitch and the fashion is following suit. Another month of hot fashion news and collaborations is afoot, including Emporio Armani’s new Soho flagship and campaign, plus the dreamy, earth tone-tinged collab between Moncler and Salehe Bembury. Keep your eye on this space as we update with everything you need to know—and need to add to cart—this month.
Emporio Armani Debuts New Soho Flagship and Campaign
Who: Emporio Armani
What: Soho flagship store opening
Where: 134 Spring Street, Soho, NYC
Why: Emporio Armani is the laid-back cousin of Giorgio Armani, bringing timeless fashion to a youthful clientele that still values exquisite Italian craftsmanship. Its latest flagship is in the heart of New York City’s Soho, and will have an exclusive EA SOHO line available only in-store. To celebrate the opening and the release of the fall/winter 2023 collection, now available to purchase, Armani shot an ’80s-inspired campaign rife with many Armani-isms, celebrating the old and new in equally iconic doses.
Emporio Armani Debuts New Soho Flagship and Campaign
Courtesy of Emporio ArmaniBloomingdale’s Unveils Barbie Pop-Up Shop and Exclusive Collaboration
Who: Bloomingdale’s, Mattel Inc., and Warner Bros.
What: Pop-up shop and exclusive collaboration
Where: Online at bloomingdales.com
Why: It a Barbie world, and we’re just living in it—at least until Greta Gerwig’s highly anticipated Barbie movie hits theaters on July 21. Until then, head to Bloomingdale’s (or its website) to check out its Barbie Dreamhouse-inspired pop-up shop, complete with all the Barbiecore pieces you could ever need, including the retailer’s exclusive collaboration with Barbie and its private label, Aqua (not-so-coincidentally, the artist behind the song’s theme song). Life in plastic is fantastic, after all.
Bloomingdale’s Unveils Barbie Pop-Up Shop and Exclusive Collaboration
$118.00
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Willie Norris and Outlier Drop First Co-Branded Capsule
Who: Willie Norris
What: Willie Norris for Outlier Summer 2023 capsule
Where: Online at outlier.nyc starting July 18 at 1 P.M. EST
Why: Willie Norris’ keen eye for workwear and expert fabrications comes to life in her first-ever co-branded collection with Outlier, where she serves as design director. It’s a designers’ designer collection, with no stone left unturned: bespoke woven labels and pops of red stitching all appear on breezy, sharp, and of course, utterly wearable clothes that won’t weigh you down in the sweltering humidity. (Norris herself was designer and fit model, after all.) As she succinctly puts it: “This isn’t menswear, this isn’t womenswear. This is what Willie wears.”
Willie Norris and Outlier Drop First Co-Branded Capsule
$595.00
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Courtesy of OutlierCeline Drops Party-Ready Ava Triomphe Bag
Who: Celine
What: Ava Triomphe bag
Where: Online at celine.com and in Celine stores
Why: Summer calls for a handbag that’s hands-free, small enough to carry through the night, and big enough for just the essentials. Enter Celine’s new Ava Triomphe bag, the ideal crescent-shaped shoulder bag that oozes French cool and comes in a variety of fabrics and colors to suit your various moods. Just add a white tee and jeans and you’re good to go.
Celine Drops Party-Ready Ava Triomphe Bag
$2600.00
Hedi SlimaneMoncler and Salehe Bembury Debut Trail-Ready Collaboration
Who: Moncler and Salehe Bembury
What: Moncler ēquipements collaborative capsule
Where: Online at moncler.com and in stores starting July 14
Why: Moncler’s Genius line is a playground for guest designers to explore different areas of the brand’s vast archive and bring a fresh perspective, and its latest collaboration with designer Salehe Bembury—ēquipements—is no different. Bembury took cues from the muted bronzes, greens, and browns he’s seen on hikes and brought them to life on utilitarian Moncler vests, activewear, and trail shoes that are begging for a day in the sun, discovering uncharted territory.
Moncler and Salehe Bembury Debut Trail-Ready Collaboration
$795.00
moncler.com
Lauren KimMarc Jacobs Enlists Blumarine for Heaven Collaboration
Who: Marc Jacobs and Blumarine
What: Marc Jacobs by Blumarine capsule collection
Where: Online at marcjacobs.com, blumarine.com, in Heaven stores, and at Dover Street Market locations
Why: Fashion collabs are a dime a dozen these days, so how do you stand out from the pack? Enter Marc Jacobs’ cult Heaven line, which called upon Nicola Brognano of Blumarine to create an 11-piece wardrobe perfect for sweaty days and balmy nights. The easy, breezy, and skimpy outfits of the Y2K craze that Brognano has brought back during his tenure at Blumarine are a match made in, and for, Heaven. We’re placing bets that Olivia Rodrigo will wear a few pieces for her upcoming album press tour.
Marc Jacobs Enlists Blumarine for Heaven Collaboration
$95.00
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Petra CollinsCoach Launches Collaboration With Observed By Us
Who: Coach
What: Collaborative capsule with Observed by Us
Where: Online at coach.com
Why: The whimsical art of doodling translates beautifully to clothing, especially on this adorable collab between Coach and Observed by Us, a project between illustrator and designer Jessica Herschko and actor Kirsten Dunst. The joyfree, nature-filled pieces include crochet sweaters, fruity accessories, and this cream top handle bag that epitomizes summer fun.
Coach Launches Collaboration With Observed By Us
$295.00
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Matthew YoscaryFashion Trust Arabia Announces 2023 Advisory Board
Who: Fashion Trust Arabia
What: FTA Prize 2023 Advisory Board
Where: Awards ceremony to take place in Doha in late October
Why: Since its inception, Fashion Trust Arabia has provided a platform for MENA (Middle Eastern and North African) designers to gain access to a worldwide network of fashion experts, plus publicity and mentorship that ensures they will become successful businesses. This year’s advisory board was just announced, with returning members like ELLE’s Nina Garcia, Gaia Repossi, and new names like legendary stylist Carlyne Cerf de Dudzeele, interior designer Kelly Wearstler, and jewelry designer Ana Khouri. The awards this year will continue the Guest Country partnership, this year with Nigeria, and winners selected from the 24 finalists will receive cash awards, sponsorships with Matchesfashion and Harrods, plus key mentorships with industry legends. We can’t wait to see who comes out on top this year.
Cecilie Bahnsen and Asics Collaborate on Fashion Dad Sneakers
Who: Cecilie Bahnsen and Asics
What: Shoe collaboration
Where: Available on asics.com starting July 19
Why: Danish designer Cecilie Bahnsen is a master of balancing soft and hard, masculine and feminine, and this is most apparent in her cult collaboration with Asics. This go-around, the Asics GT-2160 style meets the world of CB with lace-embroidered detailing in a modern take on the Mary-Jane, providing ultimate ease of wear without sacrificing delicate detailing. The first run on Matchesfashion and Cecilie Bahnsen’s website sold out in 10 minutes, so don’t miss out on the re-stock.
Cecilie Bahnsen and Asics Collaborate on Fashion Dad Sneakers
$207.00
Takashi HommaGentle Monster Partners With D’Heygere on Sunnies Collab
Who: Gentle Monster and D’Heygere
What: Sunglasses collaboration
Where: Online at gentlemonster.com and dheygere.com
Why: Gentle Monster is the Korean sunglasses brand that has become the go-to for fashion collaborations, breaking boundaries and defying traditional collaboration standards for refreshing takes on sunnies. Its latest union with Paris-based jewelry brand D’Heygere is no different, with two different styles straddling the lines between eyewear and jewelry with ease, adding a bit of sparkle and swag to your face.
Gentle Monster Partners With D’Heygere on Sunnies Collab
€360.00
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Yis KidValextra Presents Casa Valextra in Kyoto
Who: Valextra
What: Casa Valextra: A Conversation on Craft
Where: In person at Casa Valextra on Hanami Street, Gyon, Kyoto and online at valextra.com
Why: Milanese leather goods house Valextra has opened Casa Valextra, an experiential space in a former Kyoto tea house, marrying the best of Italian design with the rich history of Japanese craft. The projects marks Valextra's foray into the lifestyle category and prompts a thought-provoking conversation between two cultures steeped in artisanry, juxtaposing furnishings by such icons as Gabriella Crespi and Gianfranco Frattini with traditional Japanese architecture as a backdrop for the new range. Products span the spectrum from quotidian essentials (desk pads and pencil cases) to the Costa travel case, engineered to hold a kimono and a special edition of the firm's Iside handbag. Don't miss the second floor speakeasy-inspired bar, a collaboration with the Ritz Carlton where Bar Basso's Maurizio Stochetti will take up residence later this year.
Smythson Launches Glow Capsule
Who: Smythson
What: Glow Capsule launch
Where: Online at smythson.com and in Smythson stores
Why: Just in time for your summer travels, famed British stationer and luxury leather goods house Smythson launches its Glow capsule of accessories. From passport holders and luggage tags to notebooks and the versatile multi-zip case (pictured; perfect for keeping multiple currencies and tickets sorted), these neon hued extras are easy to spot and sure to perk you up, even if your flight's delayed.
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