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Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Opened a New Store in Paris

Paco Rabanne has opened a new store in the shopping district on rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. The space aims to integrate contemporary digital experiences into a high-end retail interior. Spanning three floors, the store carries all of the Spanish designer’s most popular pieces including the latest in womenswear, men’s looks, accessories, fragrances, and, of course, the brand’s iconic metal mesh and “Sparkle” assemblages which are displayed throughout the location. The boutique features flexible design elements for easy rearranging and plush terracotta carpeting elevate the luxurious atmosphere. Events hosted in the store will continue to transform the space on an ongoing basis. The new store is the designer’s third in the city — in addition to the existing boutique at 12 rue Cambon, and the sets at Galeries Lafayette and Printemps, the outpost continues to increase its presence in Paris.

Thom Browne Went Co-Ed for Fall 2020

It’s hard to believe that this was Thom Browne‘s first co-ed fashion show. Ever since the American designer launched in 2006 and built a name with its old-school uniform tailoring, it never subscribed to traditional gender tropes — past seasons have seen men dancing in tutus and walking in floor-length gowns. But for Fall 2020, the label consolidated its menswear and womenswear lines into one of the first truly post-gender shows of the year.

 

The venue was a serene and snowy scene. As the show opened up with a string of single models wearing animal masks, the environmental commentary was made loud and clear. While other designers went a more apocalyptic and dystopian route (like Balenciaga), Browne confronted the audience with the uncomfortable reality that climate change could have on species that are least responsible. Later on, male and female models walked down in pairs wearing matching surrealist-prep looks. Long overcoats were the main theme, with the designer’s tailoring anchoring some of the more whimsical elements of the presentation which included mesh bunny ear masks and a series of leather bags in the shape of different animals from frogs to cows to elephants.

 

For the designer’s first combined men’s and women’s presentation, the gender statements were refreshingly subtle. While some other designers enjoy the spectacle of fashion’s gender revolution (Browne included), the show simply proved how easily men and women could wear the same look. Thom Browne removed the theatre element from the clothes themselves (the set design and Noah’s Ark choreography had that covered) and put function, nevermind gender, at the center. In the designer’s press release, it repeatedly begs the question “Which one is which?” in reference to whether the look was designed with a man or woman in mind, but what it’s really asking is “Does it even matter?”

 

 

Colette Mon Amour

“Colette Mon Amour” is an Ode to the Legendary Store

“Colette Mon Amour” and a temporary pop-up shop at Maison Kitsuné’s Tuileries location are yet another love letter to the legendary Parisian shop. But Colette was more than just another store — it was easily the mother of all cult retailers with a curated selection of items, collaborations, and a party here or there. After its closing in December 2018, the spirit of the Saint Honoré location (now the location for Saint Laurent Rive Droite) lives on.

 

Colette Mon Amour, a film by Hugues Lawson-Body, revisits the final months of the store in a heartfelt documentary. The film will be screened for five nights in Paris during fashion week. Additionally, a pop-up shop at Maison Kitsuné will bring back some Colette-inspired merch. Curated by Highsnobiety, the project was done in collaboration with Sarah Andelman, Colette’s founder and creative director. Ultimately, however, the initiative is a reminder Colette provided a certain atmosphere now missing from Paris — a kind of fashion community without pretense.

 

Some of the key items include an Off-White bag that reads “Colette Mon Amour,” a book of never-before-seen Colette images, and a customizable Rubik’s cube among other things. After all these years the story persists and always with a love that the legendary shopkeeper originally started her brand with.

 

The limited “Colette Mon Amour” pieces will also be available at HighSnobiety.com and at the Selfridges Corner Shop.

 

Colette Mon Amour

 

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Ermenegildo Zegna and Fear of God Are Joining Forces

The cultural pivot from streetwear to suiting is making a notable stride with Ermenegildo Zegna announcing a collaboration with the Los Angeles-based brand Fear of God. Designed over the last year, the collection is scheduled to make its global premiere during Paris Fashion Week next month.

 

A new take on tailoring is slated to take over menswear as we enter a new decade. Kim Jones and Virgil Abloh have expanded the parameters of what a suit can look like at Dior and Louis Vuitton, respectively, presenting a more romantic and delicate take on tailoring that almost seems like a direct contrast to both their streetwear backgrounds. An Italian designer as admired as Zegna partnering with Fear of God echos this sentiment, finding new ways to elevate conventional men’s pieces while making it accessible to a new demographic — a press release describes the collection, which includes full looks and accessories, as a “cross-pollination between Zegna renowned tailoring expertise and Fear of God’s unique take on modern luxury.”

 

The Zegna x Fear of God collection will be unveiled on March 2.

 

 

 

 

gap x telfar

Gap x Telfar Hosted Paris Fashion Week’s Hottest Party

Gap and Telfar celebrated their collaboration with a launch party at Gap’s multi-level Tronchet store in Paris during Men’s Fashion Week. The two American brands transformed the space into an after-hours club ahead of the upcoming capsule.

 

Both brands come from a background of marrying clothing with culture, music, and art. The shared philosophy resulted in a democratic and universal wardrobe available within an affordable price range. This partnership allows each label to explore new ways of expression and drive positive change that is so needed in the industry today.

 

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“It shouldn’t be a surprise that I’m obsessed with Gap — what I do is about the idea of ‘normal’ — and changing that — because that is when you change real life. Gap created the blueprint for my brand because the Gap person is literally everybody: every possible race, gender, rich, poor,” said Telfar founder Telfar Clemens in a statement. “I want to take that idea to the year 2020 — and to take my clothes outside of just fashion capitals and boutiques and actually make them available for everybody. Gap makes that possible.” With the collection to be released imminently, both brands are spearheading a new direction for the decade and contradicting the fashion bourgeoisie. Vive la revolution!

Jil Sander

Jil Sander Re-Opens Avenue Montaigne Flagship in Paris

Jil Sander is celebrating the re-opening of it’s iconic Avenue Montaigne, Triangle d’Or, flagship store in Paris. The re-vamped space has respected the historical building and its original façade only implementing subtle, little touchups.

 

Headed by British architect John Pawson, who also worked on the brand’s Tokyo store, the renovation is a site-specific Jil Sander-takeover. This means that the project takes into consideration the space, buildings, neighborhoods, cities, materials, crafts, and every meticulous detail. The Paris-store feels warm and grand at the same time– a staple of Haussmanian architecture.

Jil Sander
Jil Sander

The architect kept the gallery entrance with a rounded room that allows maximum sunlight to enter. Mirrors were placed opposite the windows to multiply the light. Cherry wood furniture and marble walls finish the space with an elegant touch. Past the front room, a hall follows into where one would venture upstairs. This is typical of an 8th-arrondissement apartment and so allowing for the hall to be a stage of exhibitions and potentially art and collaborations.  The newly opened store– it is both traditional Parisian, but also part of the new-Paris style.

 

The store is located at 56 Avenue Montaigne.  

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Y/Project Collab With UGG for Paris Runway Show

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For Fall 2018, Y/Project incorporated on of the one of the most recognizable and polarizing boots ever: the UGG. The original colors, sheepskin and fashion of the boot remains untouched with a slight Y/Project-style revamp. Additionally, the brand presented the same pieces on both men and women –thigh-high boots are stilled with skinny pants for men and a hoodie dress for the ladies. This collection speaks of duality within it’s own brand and the pieces themselves, and show how maybe, just maybe, UGGs belong on the runway.

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From Our View – Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2018

An exclusive front row invitation.

With so many runways on the roster, June’s fashion schedule can be just a tad bit daunting. That is why we put together this invite-only rundown of the very best from Paris Fashion Week. Let EH be your eyes so you can focus on those exclusive after-hours parties instead.

Hermès

Starring a minimal yet chic line of turtlenecks, track pants, zip up hoodies, and baseball jackets, Hermès unveils a range of elegant sports-inspired pieces for its Spring/Summer 2018 collection, incorporating a sophisticated mix of burgundy and brown.

Dior Homme

Dior Homme worked its magic on the classic black suit and white shirt for its Spring/Summer 2018 collection, marching a series of jackets, gilets, and minimal tailcoats down its carpet-grass runway.

Sankuanz

Drawing inspiration from American painter Cy Twombly, Sankuanz experimented with a variety of colors, prints, and fabrics in its Spring/Summer 2018 collection. Featuring an assortment of shirts, hoodies, and trench coats, the Chinese label also stole glances on the runway with its attention-grabbing accessories.

Cerruti 1881

With a soothing color palette, including sangria, cream, and ocean blue, Cerruti 1881’s collection was a feast for the eyes as it showcased a range of jackets, shirts, and knitwear with unique stripes and palm leaf prints.

AMI

Offering a modern, refreshing take on ‘50s classics, including bowling button-down shirts, jumpsuits, and loose trousers, French label AMI boldly played with color in its latest line, placing exquisite pieces against the violet/pink sand that filled its venue at Paris Fashion Week.

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