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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 Celine’s “Age of Indieness” collection, plus Emporio Armani’s new Soho flagship and campaign. Keep your eye on this space as we update with everything you need to know—and need to add to cart—this month.
Louis Vuitton Unveils Redesigned Tambour Watch
Louis Vuitton Unveils Redesigned Tambour Watch
Who: Louis Vuitton
What: Tambour watch redesign
Where: Online at louisvuitton.com and in Louis Vuitton stores worldwide
Why: Twenty-one years after its debut, the Tambour watch by Louis Vuitton has a new look. Heads up, it’s even slimmer and sleeker than before, while still maintaining the handiwork that makes it one of the world’s finest watches. The classic grey and deep blue faces offer options for all tastes.
Palm Heights Debuts Exclusive Collaboration With Christopher John Rogers
Palm Heights Debuts Exclusive Collaboration With Christopher John Rogers
Who: Palm Heights and Christopher John Rogers
What: Exclusive collaboration
Where: Exclusively at Dolores, Palm Heights in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
Why: You’ve likely seen the iconic Palm Heights on your feed (after all, it’s one of our most Instagrammable places of 2023), and things are only getting chicer at the cult-favorite oceanfront resort. The property just opened its on-site boutique, Dolores, an immaculate 3,000-square-foot space that introduces Caribbean designers like Theophilio and Diotima to hotel guests, plus American talent Christopher John Rogers. To celebrate the opening, Rogers and Palm Heights forged a partnership, starting with an exclusive sarong in his signature gradient dot print that complements the beach and the resort’s yellow umbrellas perfectly.
Celine Drops ‘Age of Indieness’ Collection and Runway Video
Who: Celine
What: “Age of Indieness” collection debut and runway video release
Where: Online at celine.com; runway video available to stream on YouTube
Why: Celine is bringing back aughts-era indie sleaze style with a French twist. Fortunately, the brand’s striking show at the legendary Wiltern venue in L.A. is now available to watch online, so you can reminisce on the epic runway and its accompanying soundtrack by The White Stripes’ Jack White. The collection’s first drop is available online now, including slinky sequined tops, knee-high riding boots, and this newspaper chain bag [pictured here] that’s perfect for evenings out at a concert. In the spirit of music, Celine also created a concert merch capsule available exclusively in stores across the country. All that’s left is those front-row concert seats you’ve been eyeing.
Bulgari Introduces Serpenti Forever Bags Designed by Artists
Who: Bulgari
What: Serpenti in Art bag collaborations
Where: Debuted during couture week in Paris
Why: Bulgari is celebrating 75 years of its iconic Serpenti motif, and the luxury house asked three international artists to give their spin on the Serpenti Forever bag. Sunwoo Kim, Zhou Li, and Sophie Kitching all gave their painterly take on the silhouette, paying tribute to the rich connection between nature and Bulgari. In particular, this bag designed by Kim brings the rich greens of the forest to life on the brand’s stunning leather.
Emporio Armani Debuts New Soho Flagship and Campaign
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.
Bloomingdale’s Unveils Barbie Pop-Up Shop and Exclusive Collaboration
Bloomingdale’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.
Willie Norris and Outlier Drop First Co-Branded Capsule
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.”
Celine 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.
Moncler 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.
Marc 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.
Coach 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.
Fashion 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
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.
Gentle 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.
Valextra 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.
Kevin LeBlanc is the Fashion Associate at ELLE Magazine. He covers fashion news, trends, and anything to do with Robyn Rihanna Fenty.
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