26 July 2024 |
Chanel, Dior, and Miu Miu all dropped ads.
All eyes might be on the Olympics for the next two weeks but while that dominates the news cycle, in the fashion world, there’s plenty of going ons too. First up comes Dolce & Gabbana’s announcement of their latest collaborator, Susan Fang, who will be showing during Milan fashion week. Also happening this week: a slew of fall ads from the likes of Miu Miu starring Cara Delevingne, Chanel starring Camilla Morone, and Dior while Fendi releases…a lollipop holder? Yes, you read that correctly.
Read on to learn more and catch up on what else you might have missed.
Susan Fang Is The Latest Addition To The Supported By Dolce & Gabbana Project
Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana’s mission to nurture and support creative talents continues with Susan Fang being announced as the latest addition to the brand’s Supported by Dolce&Gabbana project, in collaboration with Katie Grand. An emerging Chinese fashion designer, dedicated to applauding the beauty and purity of nature, Fang is set to present her D&G-ified collection at Milan Fashion Week in September.
A Fashion Podcast Filled With Notable Names
Go back to the 90s courtesy of Paul Cavaco. The fashion industry stalwart who served as fashion director at Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar, as well as creative director at Allure, is releasing a podcast and docuseries. Called Under the Cover, his daughter and Knockout Beauty founder, Cayli Cavaco Reck serves as co-host. The first episode features Cindy Crawford, with other slated guests including Christy Turlington, Marc Jacobs, and more. From designers to models to hairdressers to makeup artists, Under the Cover offers a deep dive into the behind-the-scenes moments courtesy. Episodes will be released bi-weekly.
Chanel’s Retro Fall Campaign
Camilla Morone stars in Chanel’s fall/winer pre-collection 2024 campaign as shot by Karim Sadi. The black-and-white photographs give off a 1940s vibe, with Morone discussing how she idolizes women of that era like Rita Hayworth. Taking place in a restaurant in Paris, the collection plays between masculine and feminine courtesy of the nipped in waists worn in contrast with heavier fabrics like the brand’s signature tweeds. The pieces are in stores now.
Pamela Love Goes Green
After buying back her brand, Pamela Love is already changing things up. The first launch? Working with Muzo Emerald Colombia, a mine that’s known for their rich and vibrant stones while also utilizing modern technology to ensure safety and traceability, the pieces reflect Love’s commitment to sustainability. The line consists of eight pieces, all made with 18k recycled gold with pieces ranging from pearl drop earrings to cocktail rings to an elegant pendant. Shop it here.
Diesel Names a New Ambassador
After the prior announcement of Italian singer and songwriter Damiano David as Global Male Ambassador, Diesel are once again highlighting their continuous relationship with the music world. The newest face? K-Pop star Hoshi of Seventeen. That shouldn’t come as a surprise to fans as the idol has made appearances at their recent runway show back in February as well as the brand’s Shibuya’s store opening in May. It’s perfectly timed as the brand just opened their third location in Seoul, Diesel Dosan, with Hoshi making an appearance to the delight of his fans. “I am happy to be part of Diesel’s family as a brand ambassador, as this will enable me to show various aspects of myself with Diesel to the world,” he says via press release.
Fendi’s Candy Delight
A Fendi lollipop holder might not have been on your bingo card for 2024, but it’s a welcome innovation nonetheless. The brainchild of a collaboration between the Italian house and Spanish lollipop brand Chupa Chups, the appetizing accessory debuted at Fendi’s AW24 runway. A joyful blend of craftsmanship and fun, the piece has been realized by the house’s leather artisans and embodies the playful design language developed by Fendi’s artistic director of accessories and menswear, Silvia Venturini Fendi. Equipped with an adjustable leather strap and available in an array of colourways from deep plum and aquamarine to teal, the whimsically sweet design dons the brand’s signature FF motif blended with the Chupa Chups logo. Released on July 18, pop your lollipop holder cherry by purchasing the piece from Fendi boutiques worldwide and its online platform, here.
Miu Miu’s Fall Ads Question Our Relationship to Clothing
There’s nothing Miu Miu loves more than a cerebral woman. So it’s fitting that their fall campaign is themed around exactly that. Inspired by people’s lives and the clothes they wear from childhood onwards, it asks how does clothing affect the people who wear it and vice versa? Shot by Zoë Ghertner and featuring the likes of Ethel Cain, Charlotte Cardin, Cara Delevingne, Minnie, Little Simz and Caitlin Soetendal, the portraits are deceptively simple. Shot against a white backdrop and whirlpool carpet plus a set of curated chairs, the women wear the season’s best pieces from a glossy shearling coat to tailoring to fleece to pajamas. Also worth noting are the shoes with the masculine designs as well as the New Balance x Miu Miu sneakers destined to be surefire hits. Handbag fans will be happy to note two archival styles, the Aventure and Joie, making a reappearance.
Dior Heads Back to the Sixties
Speaking of fall ads, Dior also has released their campaign images. As seen on the runway, the collection was inspired by 1967, the year Miss Dior, as designed by Marc Bohan and Philippe Guibourgé debuted. To showcase the pieces, photographer Sarah Jones explores the idea of metamorphosis — the idea that the past still feels relevant today. With groupings of models set among lush interiors, it’s an ode to the effervescence of the sixties. Key highlights include the leopard print motif, as seen on mini skirts and jackets, as well as a trench that features the Miss Dior logo. As for accessories? The Lady Dior and Dior Groove both get refreshes.
Round Two of Burberry’s Classics Have Dropped
It’s far too early to think about proper fall shopping but if you’re looking for something new that can be worn now and later in the year, Burberry Classics’ latest drop of wardrobe foundations might be for you. Naturally, the brand’s signature check pattern features heavily as do trenches. Also in the mix? Plenty of toppers ranging from car coats to their Harrington style, all made from cotton gabardine, wool, and cashmere. For those who prefer options that offer functionality for the outdoors you’ll also find nylon parkas, capes, and reversible down-filled puffers. Should the thought of wearing outerwear make you sweaty, there are also more lightweight fare like polo shirts, tees, and silk shorts as well as accessories like the Peg bag and Terrace sneakers. Check out a selection of these pieces in the campaign, shot in London by Davit Giorgadze and featuring Lennon Gallagher and Kai-Isaiah Jamal, and shop the entire line here.
Now You Can Dress Like an Olympian
Rock climbing technically debuted at the Tokyo Olympics but Paris marks the first moment when we’ll be able to see it with a cheering crowd. And who else but the North Face to outfit the teams from the U.S., Japan, South Korea, and Austria? Made with the feedback of athletes and inspired by the iconic mountains in each region, you’ll see Mount Denali on the American kit, Mount Gross Glockner for the Austrian design, Mount Fuji for the Japanese, and the Hallasan Volcano depicted on the South Korean styles. Should the Opening Ceremonies or watching the competition get you inspired to take up the sport yourself, you can buy the U.S. uniforms ranging from shorts, t-shirts, to tank tops, online.
