5 September 2025 |
Prada fine jewelry gets colorful, DKNY taps Hailey Bieber, and more.
Call this the calm before the storm as New York Fashion Week kicks into high gear next Wednesday. Some shows to keep an eye on? Calvin Klein, where Veronica Leoni will be presenting her second collection and Diotima, which marks Rachel Scott’s first formal runway show. And of course, Ralph Lauren will start things off in grand fashion. Before that however, a few tidbits to catch up on. Prada expands their fine jewelry line with the addition of colorful gemstones while DKNY has dubbed Hailey Bieber as their latest cool girl. Burberry takes us on a cozy fall outing to the English countryside and COS gives us a sneak preview of their see-now buy-now show which walks next Sunday. And in honor of NYFW, Nike launched a campaign with some of downtown New York’s most exciting young creatives.
Read on to learn more and catch up on what else you might have missed.
Prada Fine Jewelry Gets Colorful
After launching their fine jewelry line with an array of gold designs, Prada has expanded their line with Prada Fine Jewelry Couleur Vivante, a series of colorful creations. And given the brand’s affinity for rich, saturated tones, it comes as no surprise that the gemstones chosen for this new addition are equally as vibrant. Using amethyst, aquamarine, madeira citrine, pink morganite, and oro-verde peridot, they are the perfect complement to the palette of hues favored by the likes of Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons for the ready-to-wear collection. To showcase the line, friends of the brand Maya Hawke, Kim Tae-Ri, and Amanda Gorman model the rings, necklaces, earrings, and bracelets. The monochrome portraits are meant to be dreamlike, with each woman’s face framed as if it were a jewel in a setting. Interested in getting something? Each piece is recorded on the Aura Consortium blockchain, so customers are assured of its authenticity. They’ll also be able to access images that trace each stone from rough to polish, plus a grading certificate is also included
Birds of Feather Flock to Tiffany & Co.
First debuting in 1965, Jean Schlumberger’s Bird on a Rock has become a Tiffany & Co. icon. Now, In honor of the motif’s 60th anniversary the brand is celebrating with a reimagining of the design, both in fine and high jewelry form as designed by Chief Artistic Officer Nathalie Verdeille. For the former you’ll find both figural and abstract shapes from literal birds to wings that capture the essence of flight. As for high jewelry, the brand utilizes turquoise and tanzanites for the fantastical collections. To celebrate, a campaign shot by photographer Carlijn Jacobs and starring model Abby Champion and Chinese actress Zhang Ziyi. Set in a dreamlike world filled with clouds and open skies, the images also include pieces from the Sixteen Stone collection. Alongside the photos are also a series of three films that explored the heritage and evolution of BIrd on a Rock with the first exploring the brand’s history with the creatures. The second recreates the moment that Schlumberger first encountered a rare bird, thus inspiring decades of handiwork to come. And the third traces the rise of Bird on a Rock from brooch to cultural icon. See the videos here.
Hailey Bieber is a DKNY Girl
What does a billion dollar businesswoman like Hailey Bieber do when not working on her brand? Model for DKNY’s fall 2025 campaign. Photographed by Mikael Jansson in an industrial New York setting, the campaign channels the city’s energy through Hailey’s blend of sleek edge and street style. From reimagined classics in the DKNY 1989 capsule to sculptural tailoring and oversized outerwear, each look reflects a mix of past and present. With signature accessories like the Hadlee Bag and a special Yankees x DKNY cap, it’s NYC cool reimagined for a new generation.
Burberry Escapes to the Countryside
For Burberry’s fall 2025 show, Chief Creative Officer Daniel Lee looked to lush fabrics and grand interiors to inform the textures and colors of his collection. Lee returns again to these influences for the brand’s accompanying ad campaign. Set in the drawing rooms and grounds of Wolterton Hall, a spectacular country house designed by English architect Thomas Ripley, the grand interiors serve as the ideal backdrop for classic British style. With a cast that includes Rupert Everett, model and artist Jeny Howorth, and Luther Ford (aka The Crown’s Prince Harry), the stars pose alongside models Lina Zhang, Assa Baradji, Tristan Watkins, Leon Keenan and Iris Lasnet. As for the clothes? As always, plenty of practical raincoats and quilted jackets. One outerwear highlight to note? The new Ellingham car coat, now with extra volume. As always, you’ll also find cozy knits, silky pajamas, and plenty of the brand’s iconic check scarves in the mix as well. Consider this fall coziness at its finest.
Donna Karan’s Supermodel-Filled Fall Campaign
Continuing with their 40th anniversary celebration, Donna Karan New York released their fall 2025 campaign. Called ‘Women to Woman’ it stars Claudia Schiffer, Irina Shayk, Imaan Hammam, Liya Kebede, and Mariacarla Boscono. Shot by Mikael Jansson, the campaign captures the strong connection between women that has defined the brand since their first collection in 1985. Reinterpreting archival silhouettes, the collection blends elegance with modernity. From sculptural accessories to sleek eveningwear, the milestone campaign honors the many faces that have come to define Donna Karan.
COS Fall 2025 is All About Tones and Textures
Technically COS won’t show their see now, buy now fall 2025 collection until Sunday, September 13th. But we’re getting a sneak peek of what they have in mind with the release of their Autumn Winter 2025 campaign. Shot by Carlijn Jacobs in an intimate London studio, Angelina Kendall, Colin Otto, Awar Odhiang, Sora Choi, Badhiel Nyang, and Long Li all feature in the portraits. With a palette of deep inky colours, contrasting textures, and sculpted silhouettes, the season explores both structure and fluidity across womenswear and menswear.
Hublot Names Patrick Mahomes as Their Newest Ambassador
Pro-athletes and fancy watches go hand-in-hand which is why the likes of Usain Bolt, Novak Djokovic, and Kylian Mbappé being Hublot ambassadors comes as no surprise. The latest to join the roster? Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. The three-time Super Bowl winner said of the appointment, “Partnering with Hublot is an honor—it’s a brand that understands the value of timeliness, precision, and also performance. I’m proud to be a part of a legacy that was built on mastering time with style.” Expect to see him wearing the brand’s timepieces throughout the season and beyond. “I have no doubt we’re up to great things next to Patrick and I can’t wait that together we will inspire billions around the world” added Julien Tornare, CEO.
Sydney Sweeney is Back With Jimmy Choo
After driving off into the California desert, Sydney Sweeney is back with Jimmy Choo as the face of their fall 2025 campaign. This time, she’s on another journey, albeit one that blends fantasy and reality as the images explore shoes and accessories through a series of vignettes. Each scene evolves with the energy of the collection’s standout pieces, from the Scarlett pump to the Bar hobo bag, and under Sandra Choi’s creative direction, the campaign celebrates feminine individuality in style.
Nike Taps Downtown’s Creative Scene
With New York Fashion Week on the horizon, Nike is celebrating the creative scene with a series of images highlighting both their fall/holiday collection as well as downtown names to know. Shot by photographer Ricky Alvarez and styled by Marika-Ella Ames, you’ll find Nike styles like the Indy bra, Strike+ soccer jacket, and Air Superfly sneakers mixed with pieces from select NYC designers like Zankov, Diotima, LII, and more. Among the cast are Jesa Chiro, who works at the vintage shop Procell as well as founding her own label Coco Cultr and Jess Canje, an art director based in the East Village. Also in the mix is Taofeek Abijako, the brains behind the label Head of State and Yang Gruben, who works at Café Forgot as well as pursuing other ventures. Creative and cool, these photos will make you want to…well, just do it.
An Iconic Los Angeles Roller Rink Expands Into Fashion
If you were in Los Angeles between the years of 1979 to 1981 chances are you’d spend a night (or more!) at Flippers Roller Boogie Palace. Dubbed “Studio 54 on wheels” and founded by Ian “Flipper” Ross, it attracted the likes of Prince, Cher, Elton John, and Michael Jackson to name a few. The legendary hotspot is back — albeit with a 21st century twist. Liberty Ross, the model and actress as well as daughter of the founder, brought that party energy to London with a two floor space that leans more hiphop than the disco. And to accompany the new venue, what else but a fashion brand? Launching exclusively at Dover Street Market as well as online, the line of bomber jackets, skirts, tees, and more will change seasonally. Shop it here.
