It’s that time of the week again where we round up all the music, fashion, sneaker, and cultural news from the past few days, in case you missed it. This week, we’ve got new drops from Dsquared2 and Cotte D’Armes, a linkup between Charlie Constantinou x 66 North, a new Holiday campaign from Prada, and even a book by MUA Marcelo Gutierrez. Keep reading for all the good sh*t you need to know this week.
Dsquared2 delivers icons for FW24
Dsquared2’s new FW24 collection, titled “Icon New Generation”, is bringing a different vibe to the brand, accentuated by a brand new sloped logo. Characterised by a modern visual code, the Icon New Generation collection featured teddy fabric sweatshirts, soft cream-coloured loungewear, and curved washed blue denim jeans. It’s relaxed, wearable, and elevated.
66 North and Charlie Constantinou go north
London-based NEWGEN designer Charlie Constantinou is linking up with Icelandic outerwear brand 66 North for the second time, and the campaign images are cold af. This second drop celebrates 66 North’s 100-year-old heritage, delving into its rich archives, and combining it with Charlie’s technical craftsmanship for the best extreme weather drip that uses old 66 North deadstock fabric and sustainably made yarn. The collection will be available on October 23rd.
Natacha Ramsay-Levi delved into ECCO’s archives
Natacha Ramsay-Levi has linked up with ECCO once again as creative partner of its AW24 collection, a celebration of the brand’s archives. Blending Ramsay-Levi’s French roots with ECCO’s Danish heritage, the collaboration sees Parisian sensibility meet ECCO’s icons: The Offroad, The Metropole, The Grainer and The Sculpted. Hit this link to find the drop.
Prada invited Maya Hawke, Louis Partridge, KARINA, and more to dinner
Who would you invite to your dream dinner party? Well, Prada’s invited Kelvin Harrison Jr., Maya Hawke, KARINA, and Louis Partridge to theirs. Linking up for the House’s Holiday campaign, the roster of talent have been photographed by Willy Vanderperre sitting around a clean white table covered in elevated porcelain homeware. At the Prada Holiday tea party, everyone who’s anyone is invited.
Spotify, Acne Studios and WILLOW team up
WILLOW is linking up with Spotify and Acne Studios for a special performance in London. WILLOW will be the first artist to headline the first-ever Acne Studios x Spotify event this November, for her first European performance here in London. More details coming soon.
MUA to the stars, Marcelo Gutierrez, drops a book
Makeup artist Marcelo Gutierrez has just released his debut book, Nothing Precious. Exploring his creative journey as an MUA over the past decade in NYC, the book touches on Gutierrez’ best career moments, as well as the collaborators and muses who shaped his career, including a roster of celebrities, including Troye Sivan, Lily-Rose Depp, Bella Hadid, Paloma Elsesser, Rosalía, and Madonna. Find the book here.
Ksubi goes crazy with new collection
Streetwear brand Ksubi is launching its new winter collection, “Democrazy”, featuring reversible puffers, a leather jacket with a studded eagle on it, as well as knits, tees, hoodies in boxy fits and new denim styles. The release drops on Sunday at ksubi.com.
Clarks Originals joins forces with BSTN
OG heritage brand Clarks is collabing with streetwear store BSTN for an exclusive Wallabee launch. The linkup pays homage to the classic silhouette and its strong impact on Caribbean style. If you’re in London we recommend heading to the BSTN store in Brixton, as you can cop a pair with a special, custom metal plate that can be exchanged for a plate of a signature dish at Fish, WIngs & Tings restaurant on Brixton Road. The Wallabee releases tomorrow at BSTN stores and bstn.com.
London label NAMED COLLECTIVE’s got a new drop
London-based, y2k-inspired girlypop streetwear label NAMED COLLECTIVE is releasing their new 11-piece collection, “PREY”, on Monday and they’ve just dropped the campaign images. Expect cute graphics, forest camo prints, bows and fur-lined hoods. Go support a small brand at namedcollective.com.
Phoebe Philo teases new collection
Stealth wealth GOAT Phoebe Philo has just dropped a sneak peek to her new collection, dubbed “Collection B”, which is set to release early 2025. The former CELINE designer is known for her minimal, quiet luxury aesthetic, having a cult following who are dropping big £ for her pieces. This collection, however, will be featuring a logo tee (made with heavy Japanese cotton, obvi). Phoebe superfans must be salivating as we speak.
Alpha Industries launches in the UK with new collab
You know that Alpha Industries is one of the OG brands for bomber jackets – label’s been dripping out the US military with its M65 flight jacket for over a century. And it’s just officially expanded to the UK, with a new collab with London label Life Is Unfair and Hackney Road shop WASTE! The collection features custom jackets with designs by London-based artist Connor Stewart-Piper airbrushed on the pieces.
Marc Jacobs links up with Denim Tears
As part of a wider celebration of its 40th anniversary, Marc Jacobs has linked up with Tremaine Emory’s Denim Tears for a new take on the now-cult Tote Bag. The Tote comes in a black leather with white flowers and instead of its usual “The Tote Bag” logo, it’s got “The Tears Bag”. Bedazzled hoodies also available. Launches today at marcjacobs.com.
Cotte D’Armes SS25 said “take me to church”
Cotte D’Armes SS25 look book is an intriguing blend of the traditional apparel worn by women in the Church and elevated contemporary athleisure. This unquiet combination translates into a collection of elegant looks that blend modern deconstructive silhouettes with the impeccable styles of the outfits people wear to church. The end result is a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity.
Cover image 66 North/Charlie Constantinou©
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