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Footwear| @KarhuOfficial Revisits @MoominOfficial For Latest Sneaker Pack

More then any other footwear powerhouse, Karhu has sunk their fashion teeth into the Moomin world like no one else. For their second release of 2022, Karhu teams with Moomin for a custom two-piece sneaker pack release.

Context for you, created by author and illustrator Tove Jansson in 1945, the Moomins are a family of carefree, adventurous trolls from the eponymous Finnish storybook series. Similar to previous releases, this cult-classic has teamed with Karhu on their Fusion 2.0 and Aria 95 silhouettes for this duo-pack.

For these two releases we capture Moomintroll gracing the upper of each sneaker, which takes direct influence from the story of Moominpappa at sea. The Fusion 2.0 arrives in color-waves of “India Ink/Chambray Blue” to mimic the Moomins’ journey at sea, while the Aria 95 is drenched in “Dawn Blue/Sleet” and utilizes a sturdy mesh and a reflective M-logo paying homage to the rocky island lighthouse where the family eventually lands. Both silhouettes adorn splashes of red which are inspired by Moomintroll’s scarf, while vibrant geometric patterns highlight the colors of Moominvalley.

The full collection is set to drop as a pack on February 4 and will be available from the brand’s online store.

Enjoy A Closer Look At The Karhu ‘Moomin at Sea’ Pack Below!

Fashion| @OiPolloi x @Lavenham Team Up For Custom Five-Piece Quilted Capsule

Manchester-based fashion-house Oi Polloi is unveiling the release of a five-piece quilted capsule alongside countryside designs-men Lavenham.

Inspired from his early years growing up in Manchester , Oi Polloi co-founder Steve Sanderson (who reminisces over late night parties, Italian lux sportswear, DIY aesthetics and outdoor pursuits) thoughtfully designed a five-piece capsule of quilted brilliance as they teamed up with the British label.

Doused in a color palette inspired by the OG Range Rover Mark 1 — “Tuscan Blue”, “Lincoln Green” and “Sahara Dust” — a trio of bomber jackets which come equipped with ribbed collar and cuffs, slash pockets and a drop hem, are accompanied by a duo of gilets, which arrive crafted with equal precision. Branding is kept subtle with a small tab at the hem and traditional markings on the inside of the collar, while dual-zip fastening completes the perfect transitional garment.

The short series by Oi Polloi x Lavenham is set to release on February 1 via Oi Polloi’s webstore, with the jackets retailing at £275 (approximately $370 USD) and the gilets £195 ($260 USD).

Enjoy a Few Looks At The Oi Polloi x Lavenham Collaboration Series Below!

Fashion| NIGO Celebrates A New Era for @KENZO w/ FW22 Collection

NIGO recently made his debut for KENZO with the French luxury powerhouse’s Fall/Winter 2022 collection. Holding the honor as the first Japanese designer to front the house since its originator Kenzo Takada, NIGO delivered a “real-to-wear” expression that blends KENZO’s heritage with modern muses.

This debut was hosted at the Galerie Vivienne in Paris, the location of Kenzo Takada’s first show (“Jungle Jap”) back in 1970. NIGO ushered in a new era for the label with this series. Cued to NIGO’s upcoming album, I Know NIGO, which features A$AP Rocky, Kid Cudi, Pharrell Williams, Pusha T, Teriyaki Boyz, Tyler, the Creator and Lil Uzi Vert, the FW22 continues Kenzo Takada’s blending of Japanese and wardrobe norms with NIGO’s unique streetwear legend lens. The newly appointed Artistic Director reimagined KENZO’s archive to unite and transcend both culture and conventional dress codes.

This Japanese-Western theme for outerwear offers pieces like the souvenir bomber jackets with a wool side sharing an embroidered map of France and silk side embellished with a map of Japan. Tapping into military influence continues with the shearling-lined nylon aviation jackets, varsity and “Ivy”-inspired graduation jackets adorned with Kenzo Takada’s original sketches. A soft collection of Harris Tweed coats, checked biker jackets, coverall jackets and other workwear, cement the influence that Takada provided to the fashion industry.

Adding another layer of personal touch, NIGO, currently learning the art of Aka-e pottery from the master potter Fujimura Shuji, showcased his new skillset with decorative adornments hand-painted by his teacher. NIGO refuses to leave out his love for animal graphics as they are viewed on many pieces in this series. The designer revived the feline stuffed-animal scarves of Kenzo Takada, along with oversized coquette’s, field caps, reversible souvenir jacket pouch bags and other carrying options emblazoned with the archive Pop Bouquet flower print and the Tamari Monogram, a new geo- pattern.

Maintaining NIGO’s philosophy toward clothing, KENZO will develop a considered wardrobe delivered through limited-edition monthly releases.

Enjoy More Views From The Runway Below!

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Fashion| NIGO Celebrates A New Era for @KENZO w/ FW22 Collection

Fashion| Taiwanese Designer GOOPiMADE Debuts Their Limited Series “DT01-SOFTBOX”

Taiwan-based fashion designer brand GOOPiMADE offers their global fanbase a mesh of style with functionality with their latest collection of activewear. In their first launch of 2022, GOOPiMADE presents a limited collection dubbed DT01-SOFTBOX, which a sub-series of the “Experimental Project.” series.

In their latest lookbook, GOOPi features Taiwanese singer Queen Wei and hairstylist Jimmy sporting relaxed-fit clothing in aesthetics hinting at Japanese anime. Subtle features adorn each article such as a new black label detailing, symbolic of the unorthodox designs and upgraded fabrics in the SOFTBOX line. The highlighted pieces include the D-9S “Divisor” Functional Pocket Shirt and the P-3S “Hyperbola” Utility Track Pants in the new “Loch Ness” blue colorway. Additionally, are pieces with distinct silhouettes including the F-5A “Compatible System” Field Jacket and the R-1K “Optimization” Bucket Hat.

Priced at $1,380 to $4,680 TWD (approximately $50 to $170 USD), the DTO1-SOFTBOX collection is currently sold out on GOOPiMADE’s official website.

Take a Closer Look At The Limited ‘DT01-SOFTBOX’ Collection by GOOPiMADE Below!

Footwear| A Mindful Capsule Series Titled “Shinrin Yoku” Is Showcased by @KarhuOfficial

Our favorite Finnish footwear label Karhu, debut their official first release of 2022. Thoughtfully, the design powerhouse decided to start the year off with a journey of relaxation and mindfulness for their first capsule release dubbed “Shinrin Yoku“

Known as forest bathing, Shinrin Yoku is the Japanese practice of spending time in nature for the purpose of meditation or healing. Centering around the need to separate from the chaotic world and meld closer to one’s self, Karhu presents a collection inspired by the environment while catering to our five senses.

Karhu sticks true to this theme by introducing two new colorways of its epochal Fusion 2.0 silhouette. “Asparagus/Celadon Green” and “Dark Olive/Cress Green” iterations resemble trees, leaves, resin, roots, bark, flowers, berries, and herbs, and each sneaker also houses a midsole partially constructed of cork, which can be harvested without cutting down trees.

This limited release is set to drop on January 21 and will be available via the Karhu webstore.

Take a Closer Look At Karhu’s “Shinrin Yoku” Capsule Below!

Fashion| @Patta_NL Taps In With Their Team for Inspiration for SS22 Collection

Unveiling their upcoming collection for Summer/Spring ’22, Amsterdam-based Patta offers a release that is inspired by the companies Team. The Patta team, reflect on ideas drawn from team members’ personal experiences, environments and culture.

The inspiration can be seen throughout the collection including in reworked camouflage prints, an all-over jewelry-inspired pattern and varsity jackets covered with Patta iconography. Other stand-outs include paisley printed items, “Lobi Libi” printed jerseys and pieces sporting the “Team Patta” dedication.

When the Patta Team was asked about their influences, they lead with:

“Building a forum where we can speak freely and hear with open hearts in order to step forward together is paramount in solidarity. Through creating safe spaces to collaborate, we have been able to share our ideas, customs, traditions, knowledge and history to break free from the dogma and create our own zeitgeist.

Passing on the values and beliefs from our families and hometowns. Seeing the world from a perspective that is not just your own. Behind each element, is a story waiting to be told about where we came from so we can know where we are going.”

The SS22 collection from Patta will begin releasing on January 21, and will be available from the brand’s web store.

Check Out A Closer Look At Patta SS22 Collection Below!

Footwear| @DiemmeFootwear Unites w/ Hiking Patrol On Limited-Edition Roccia Vet Sport

Renown Out-Door influential social page Hiking Patrol joins outerwear powerhouse Diemme for their latest rendition of the Roccia Vet Sport boot.

Top tier artisans at the Calzaturificio Diemme factory in Onè di Fonte, Veneto, Italy, have collaborated in time to pay homage to the Italian label’s 30th anniversary, as well as Hiking Patrol’s first journey into the footwear industry, and displays their passion for the outdoors and hiking. Carefully engineered to withstand the fluctuating conditions between urban and outdoor environments, Diemme and Hiking Patrol went about crafting a boot that bridged the gap.

The upper is adorned with a CORDURA fabric and a Sympatex lining that breathes dynamically, offering water vapour to escape without letting moisture in. Equipped with metal D-rings, a protective white rubber rand and an embossed leather tongue with the branding of both, the boot arrives in two colorways of “Orange/Burgundy/Sand” and “Petrol Blue/Purple”.

The Diemme x Hiking Patrol Roccia Vet Sport is available to buy now from the Diemme online store, retailing at approximately $445 USD.

Enjoy More Views Of The Diemme x Hiking Patrol Iteration Of The Roccia Vet Sport Below!

Footwear| ASICS Pays Homage To Their Archive w/ New GEL-LYTE III RE Release

ASICS is preparing their upcoming release of its new GEL-LYTE III RE silhouette, which is set to drop next week.

The stylish merger of the seasonally renown GEL-LYTE III and GEL-SIGHT training shoe, the GEL-LYTE III RE, is debuted in two colorways while featuring a split-tongue borrowed from the former, and rear mudguards synonymous with the latter. Adorned with a suede upper  and micro-perforated underlays, while embroidered ASICS stripes highlighting a retro theme.

The release offers either the “Glacier Grey/Piedmont Grey” or “Black/Carrier Grey”, the GEL-LYTE III RE and are set to drop on January 20 via the ASICS webstore, retailing at $145 USD.

Enjoy More Views Of The Upcoming Release Of The GEL-LYTE III RE By ASICS Below!

Fashion| Bottega Veneta Does A Fashionable Takeover Of The Great Wall Of China

The renown Italian fashion house, Bottega Veneta has a tendency to showcase their brand in epic-form no matter the event. Simple examples of their roll-out routine stem from their takeover of Berlin’s Berghain nightclub for a unique presentation, to the launch of its $2,100 USD roller skates. Long story short, Bottega puts in the best of effort when showcasing their brand.

This tradition continues with their latest collaboration efforts to support the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year by taking over a part of the Great Wall of China. From a far viewers will see the simple message of “Happy New Year” adorned on the Great Wall via a digital screen, displayed in shades of Bottega green and tangerine, a symbol of good luck in Mandarin. This effort is in support of the ongoing renovation and maintenance of the Great Wall of China’s eastern-most stronghold known as the “Shanhai Pass.” Donations will be collected to support this effort and the installation is set to go live this month.

Enjoy More Spectacular Views Of Bottega Veneta’s Chinese Lunar New Year’s Takeover Below!

Fashion| @BrownMillCo ‘Season 3’ Arrives w/ “The World Needs Unity” Theme & Designs

New Jersey based brand, Brown Mill Company offers up yet another timeless series of pieces perfectly fitted for the weather as well as social conversation. Dubbed ‘Season 3’, Brown Mill’s latest collection release adds to a year of development and growth the brand has experience over the year. From opening their official Head-quarters to continuing to tour the country debuting their hand-sewn designs, Brown Mill has made the best out of a pretty intense year. Staying on brand with their community dedicated mantra and mission, this new collection has a loud message it wants to get across which is “The World Needs Unity”.

In the words of Brown Mills owners (Justis, Kwaku and Taha):

Season 3 emphasizes the presence of home, kinship, and warmth that thrives from our community. The “The World Needs Unity” revival collection unveils the importance of rejecting divisive spaces that threaten the progression that unity ignites. We aspire to inspire collectiveness regardless of race, nationality, religion, socioeconomic status, and other factors that historically distribute our communities. The Bones T-Shirt emphasizes the notion that we all hold flesh and bones– which familiarizes us with each other. We are bigger than the boundaries and expectations placed on us. The Unite Or Perish T-Shirts originated from the famous quote, “United we stand, divided we fall.” The Women’s History Hoodies serve as reminders that women are the backbones of humanity. The Black History Hoodies signify the importance of unity in the black community as we push towards progression, prosperity, and enlightenment. We hope to set the tone — this collection aims to translate warmth and significance into fashion.

Details of the Season 3 include the brand’s most renown piece, ‘The World Needs Unity’ Tee, reimagined with new color ways. The theme, ‘The World Need Unity’, is also seen embroidered on carpenter jackets, chino pants, quarter sweaters and more. Adding to the collection is the brand’s latest design addition ‘Unite or Perish’ design which is featured exclusively on a long sleeve tee series. The Big ‘B’ Essential Logo is also adorned on a few weather savvy pieces like hoodies and sweat pants for comfortable choices for this coming winter.

The Season 3 Collection by Brown Mill Company Is Now Available At Their Main Website.

Enjoy A Full Look at Brown Mill Company’s Season 3 Collection Below!