Swarosvki Launches Collection II
Swarovski’s second collection has been launched under the creative direction Giovanna Engelbert. It features bold jewelry designs for both men and women. The collection pays tribute to Swarovski’s Bohemian roots, explores crystal and draws inspiration from the bright candy shop jewels of today. Lourdes Leon and Adwoa Aboah are the key models for this eye-catching treasure trove.
The Swarovski Collection II is available at Swarovski stores and Swarovski.com.
G-Star Raw’s New Face is Snoop Dogg
G-Star Raw, a Dutch label, has announced that they will be teaming up with Snoop Dogg to create a new version of his song “Say It Witcha Booty” as part of its Hardcore Denim Collection. The campaign pays homage to Snoop Dogg’s cheeky humor and celebrates denim butts all over the world. It also features islands, shrubbery, hot-air balloons, and yes, dogs. There are many options for clothing, including bucket hats and cargo pants, jackets, bandanas, jackets and more.
The Hardcore Denim Collection can be purchased at gstar.com
Ann Demeulemeester’s Antwerp Flagship reopens after renovations
Ann Demeulemeester, a beloved Belgian designer, is once again collaborating with her eponymous label. However she will not be designing clothes. According to the Business of Fashion she will collaborate with the label on special projects, including a new perfume. Claudio Antonioli, an Italian executive, recently purchased the company. The company also reopened the iconic Antwerp flagship shop after a major renovation that was overseen and managed by Patrick Robyn, Demeulemeester.
The store is now open at Leopold de Waelplaats, Antwerp (Belgium).
Etro Launches the Colorful EARTHBEAT Sneaker with Patchwork
EARTHBEAT is a bright and chunky sneaker by Etro. It reflects the brand’s trademark use of patchwork motifs and rich textiles. The unisex shoe was presented at Etro’s Men’s FW21 runway event earlier this year. It features a mix suede, paisley and jacquard fabrics, along with details such as fringe, turquoise studs, zigzag embroidery and neon laces.
Available at Etro shops and Etro.com
Bucherer unveils 1888 TimeMachine in NYC
The fine jewelry and accessories industry was left wondering what the future would bring after Bucherer, a European watchmaker, announced its acquisition of Tourneau, a US-based brand. The brands have teamed up in New York to create a luxury experience. The Bucherer 1888 store is located in the old Tourneau Time Machine location on 57th Street. The new store will sell the Bucherer Fine Jewellery and Bucherer Blue collections, which were never released before in the United States.
The new Bucherer boutique is located at 12 East 57th St. New York, NY 10022
Brunello Cucinelli wins the Men of the Year Award at British GQ
Brunello Cucinelli was named the Designer of The Year at British GQ’s MOTY Awards, held in London this week at Tate Modern. Several notable names attended as his guests and they were all decked out in the Italian designer’s elegant wares on the red carpet including Bridgerton actor Jonathan Bailey and Fleabag’s Hugh Skinner.
Arca’s Bottega Veneta campaign lands on the Rooftop of LAX Airport
Airport rooftops are the new campaign placement of choice. A Bottega Veneta campaign featuring Arca (and Roberto Bolle) will be visible from Los Angeles’s airport windows. These images are located atop LAX’s roof and are part of the Wardrobe 02 campaign, which was launched earlier in summer. It will continue through October 1.
Converse Sneaker Gets a New Twist from Rick Owens
With his latest Converse collaboration, the LA designer continues to celebrate grime and edge. The TURBOWPN is Owens’ reimagining for Converse Weapon. It features a high-heeled platform and a leather-wrapped, wide-laced body that proves to be extremely versatile.
The Converse x DRKSHDW TURBOWPN is available now on Converse.com, RickOwens.eu, as well as Rick Owens shops and select retailers.
Bevza Creates NFT InitiativeTo Celebrate Ukrainian Artists
Svitlana Begva, the founder of the self-titled womenswear brand, is helping to uplift Ukrainian artists through her fashion platform. Contemporary Ukranian artist Masha Reva was selected to collaborate with the label on a piece of digital art. This is the first in a new charity-focused NFT series. The launch will coincide with Bevza’s Spring/Summer 2022 runway. Fans of the label have an opportunity to support emerging female talent in a nontraditional way by purchasing Reva’s “Woman and a Sea” digital painting.
Masha Reva’s NFT collaborative can be purchased here right after the Bevza Spring/Summer 2020 runway.
Hoorsenbuhs drops Fine Jewelry and Streetwear Edit
Los Angeles-based luxury jewelry and lifestyle brand, LA Luxury Jewelry, has released two new collections, infinite and Program II, which are both designed to be edgy yet luxurious. The first collection includes premium-cut rubies set in rose, yellow, and white gold tennis bracelets and chains. The label’s Program II collection of monochrome button downs, windbreakers and timeless twillys is a great way to pair your jewels. Hoorsenbuhs’ ready to wear is successful despite its jewelry focus. It creates classic wardrobe staples that can be paired with any diamond-encrusted item.
You can shop the infinite collection at Bergdorf Goodman while Hoorsenbuhs’ website hosts the Program II capsule.
