Streetwear label Alyx — founded by designer Matthew Williams, whose resume boasts work with Alexander McQueen and Kanye West — has constructed a pop-up shop in Toronto. The new temporary space spans 1,695 square feet and carries the brand’s latest line, as well as exclusive products and will stock items from collaborations with Nike and Dior (Williams worked with Kim Jones on a line of saddlebags). The intimate space echos the brand’s signature industrial style, with bare walls and metallic accents decorating the interior.
1017 ALYX 9SM will be open at 26 Bellair Street until June. Check out some pictures of the shop below.
Dior and Louis Vuitton star on 3 special covers for Spring 2019. Dior covers shot by Hunter & Gatti and styled by Steven Doan. Louis Vuitton cover shot by Byron Mollinedo and styled by Nicholas Galleti.
MISBHV: The design duo tells us how they weave their Polish heritage into their work.
Kim Jones, the current artistic director of Dior Men after a stint at Louis Vuitton, has reimagined the iconic Dior Saddle Bag for the men’s 2019 Summer collection. The bag first appeared at the women’s 2000 ready-to-wear show, quickly becoming a staple of the French house with its iconic saddle shape and nod to the world of equestrianism. Made in Florence, the newest leather bag is emblazoned with a jacquard strap (adorned with a “Christian Dior” signature inscription), as well as an industrial-style metal “CD” buckle – for which designer Matthew Williams (the man behind Alyx) was commissioned by Jones.
The Dior Saddle Bag is now available online. Watch the video below to find out more.
As the attention moves to Paris for the latest men’s fashion week, we highlight the best street style from Milan. While streetwear maintains its presence among industry insiders, classic tailoring (particularly double-breasted suits, thanks Kim Jones for Dior) was another theme, potentially indicating a paradigm shift from the more athletic fits that have dominated the mainstream to a more traditional and formal look. Watch this space.
Lost in Time is the ultimate decor statement piece mixing a bit of modern art as well as 999 100-year-old watch parts collected from all over the world cast by hand inside.
Dior has launched its Summer ’19 collection with a pop-up shop in Maxfield. The temporary store features the label’s latest capsule and features exclusive installations by American artist KAWS (whose reimagined Dior logo and bee were featured in the SS19 campaign).
The pop up runs through December 26th, prominently featuring an 8-ft tall structure of a bee. Inside, the interior of the space is dominated by black scaffolding inspired by the Summer 2019 runway set design. And to top it all off, the store also features a limited edition Oblique BMX bike.
The store has an assortment of Dior x KAWS ready-to-wear apparel and accessories on sale, as well as unique denim pieces, designed using a special craft of Japanese Boro (for that little spice of “couture”). But perhaps some of the most notable items featured are the various accessories from the Dior Oblique line, such as the iconic Saddle Bag, across bags and sneakers, reinterpreted for men by Kim Jones. Check out some images (shot by Paul Vu) below.
The Dior pop-up is open now at 8825 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90069.
As the fashion industry continues to evolve from antiquated models, this year saw a significant number of high profile designer switch-ups. Several influential veterans of the industry stepped down from their positions in order to clear the path for the next generation of talent and to help propel these legacy labels into the future. Here are a few of some of the biggest changes we observed.
Virgil Abloh joined Louis Vuitton as Kim Jones moved to Dior
In June, designer Virgil Abloh debuted his vision as the artistic director of Louis Vuitton Men’s Fashion Week in Paris. Originally from Rockford, Illinois, Abloh is a renowned multidisciplinary expert across mediums, who introduced the world to a Wizard-of-Oz-themed LV collection that featured the yellow brick road, huge prints of Judy Garland, and many, many poppies. His personal brand, Off-White c/o Virgil Abloh™ was started in 2012 and still operates from Milan.
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Kim Jones joins Dior as Kris Van Ashe departs to Berluti Only three days after Kim Jones’ friend and mentor Abloh took the runway by storm with his Louis Vuitton men’s collection, Jones presented his first capsule collection after having taken over as artistic director of Dior. He official replaced Kris Van Assche in March, who held the role for eleven years. Led stoically by the KAWS plush teddy bear that took over Instagram just a few months prior, the English designer’s Dior SS19 collection introduced a new take on the mascot with pastel colors, whilst also featuring Prince Nikolai of Denmark as one of the models.
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Kris Van Assche joins Berluti to replace Haider Ackermann
In April of this year, Kris Van Assche took over Haider Ackermann‘s role as the artistic director of Berluti, after Ackermann announced the end of his three-season reign just a week prior. Van Assche has yet to present his first collection for Berluti, which will take place in January 2019, when he will present his new take on the French fashion house as head of shoes, leather goods, ready-to-wear and accessories collections.
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Clare Waight Keller joins Givenchy as Riccardo Tisci departs to Burberry
As the rotation of the luxury artistic directors continued, Riccardo Tisci vacating the Givenchy throne meant that it was time for British stylist and fashion designer Clare Waight Keller to take the reigns. After working at Chloé for seven years as artistic director, Keller was appointed the artistic director of Givenchy. In May 2018, Keller revealed one of her first designs for the label, a wedding gown and veil for the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle for her wedding to Prince Harry.
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Riccardo Tisci replaces Christopher Bailey at Burberry
Since Riccardo Tisci was appointed to replace Christopher Bailey as the chief creative officer at the English fashion house, Burberry is now officially run by two Italians (Marco Gobbetti took over as chief executive in October 2017). After having stepped down as creative director of Givenchy in 2017, Tisci debuted his new post with the Spring 2019 Burberry collection, which contained several classic Tisci-isms, including sleek tailored outerwear and peppered with Gothic imagery.
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Natacha Ramsay-Levi joins Chloé as Clare Waight Keller joins Givenchy
And since Clare Waight Keller’s position was vacated at Chloé, French fashion designer Natacha Ramsay-Levi took the baton in 2017 and made her solo debut with the Spring 2018 collection during Paris Fashion Week. Her debut Chloé line featured the pairing of pastel colors with hearty leather, floral dresses with combat boots, and other juxtapositions of femininity and the reification of fusion.
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Hedi Slimane replaces Phoebe Philo at Celine
Though Phoebe Philo designed for Céline (now Celine) for ten years, she graciously stepped down from her tenure as creative director, and Hedi Slimane was announced as her successor. After controversially changing the logo, Slimane introduced the world to his new take on the brand at Paris Fashion Week collection in September, which featured a very 80s-oriented take on new wave and rocker chic. Since Slimane is perhaps most renowned for his work at Yves Saint Laurent, many were disappointed to observe the precipice of Slimane’s government be headed by an all-too-familiar YSL-Slimane style. But there is still time for a turnaround.
This year has seen a number of high-profile menswear changes — Virgil Abloh took over Louis Vuitton‘s menswear, Ricardo Tisci moved to Burberry, Hedi Slimane took the accent away from Celine and added a men’s show, and Kim Jones was announced as the new creative director for Dior. After a successful 7-year run at Louis Vuitton, his eye for merging street trends into high-end designs seemed a perfect fit for the French label. After a highly anticipated first show for Spring/Summer 2019 — romantic suits in soft colors and lace shirts conveyed a sense of new beginnings — the label made history by announcing it would host a Pre-Fall men’s collection (the first major designer to do so) in Tokyo.
The decision to present this inaugural collection in Japan is based on the label’s history with the country. Christian Dior was frequently inspired by traditional Japanese attire and incorporated various elements (wide sashes and soft, draped fits) into his own pieces. Jones, whose childhood was fairly nomadic, was able to echo this sentiment, integrating Japanese style cues — the final three looks of the show featured kimono-inspired jackets in leather and satin — without veering into appropriation.
The label’s signature tailoring was in full force and enhanced by futuristic sensibilities — full looks in reflective fabrics and holographic accessories indicated a playfully literal yet optimistic look towards the historic label’s future. This was further emphasized with a large sculpture of a cyborg that stood in the center of the venue. Additional streetwear cues — baseball caps, holster-like chest bags (the new fanny pack?), and outerwear — were effortlessly included, again demonstrating Jones’ ability to merge his vision with consideration for current trends and selflessly assimilate them into a label’s own history. Hedi should take note.
Dior, La Mer, Balmain, oh my! Why not gift someone (or yourself) a gift a month ahead of the Holidays instead to give them 24 days of petit surprises. Advent Calendars are back from your childhood with a mini-makeover, a luxury touch of beauty products, perfume, and only the best chocolate this season.
DIOR
Oh to be in Paris for the holidays, precisely 30 Avenue Montaigne.. at the Hose of Dior, of course. Every year the flagship store host some of the city’s most impressive light decorations and this year Dior also transfers the magical facade onto its annual advent calendar. Find your own cadeux behind the 24 windows of Dior.
What better way to try on all the scents from your favorite cologne brand than an advents calendar. The discovery scent from Atelier Cologne is the perfect way to headstart your festive mood starting on December 1st.
Delivered directly from Boulevard Saint-Germain, Dyptique’s compilation of magical treasure boxes includes everyone’s favorite mini-versions of the brand’s iconic candles, fragrances, and body care products. Pst… there’s a 25th surprise too in there.
If it’s good enough for the Queen herself, it’s good for us. The Royal Warrant holder’s advent calendar this year includes a collection of body care (some even rum-soaked,) candles and even Christmas tree decorations.
Opulent Infusions Advent Calendar, Molton Brown, $250
NUXE
Every Frenchman swears by Nuxe’s Huile Prodigeuse and just for that, the brand’s entire holiday gift-set is a minefield of French beauty secrets. Plus there’s tea inside too.
You’re guaranteed 12 days of flawless skin and radiance with the luxury skincare brand’s seasonal offerings. Each of the treatments is infused with cell-renewing Miracle Borth and the brand’s secret ingredient of flow-boosting luminosity.
From the God of Chocolate himself all the way in Brussels, we’d forgo any gift for a set of Marcolini’s chocolate. Indulge your sweet-tooth before the holidays even start.
Travel into this holiday season with a mini-case of Kiehl’s skincare featuring cleansers, face masks, serums, moisturizers, and more. Remember, no matter what the holidays bring your skin will still look its best.
Another year and yet you’re still not celebrating in Provence. Instead, L’Occitaine brings you a box of whims designed by the imagination and designs of Castelbajac. Your Advent Calendar is now also a work of art, literally.
Satisfy your chocolate craving with the Maison du Chocolate world of delicacies wrapped in a Holiday Dreamland Box ornate with magical animals and snow activities.
Balmain Beauty is the couture of skincare products. Spoil yourself with the brand’s best-selling hair care products. Pst…a great travel sized option before you head out for the holidays.
One of a kind collectible calendar, the Jo Malone edition is surely the most coveted. Wrapped in a sparkly bow, the box holds everything you will need for your glamorous holiday season.
With only 500 pieces available worldwide, the Italian beauty brand evokes 25 days of seasons greetings from the fragrant island of Capri. The compilation features both mini-sized and full-sized pieces from Carthusia’s longstanding collection.
Plunge into your holiday glow with Kaufmann’s seasons best and maybe then you’ll book a trip to her Austrian retreat house as well. With the brand’s dedication to nature, quality, and sustainability, your skin will not only look great but also isn’t hurting the environment.
