Stella McCartney‘s “All Together Now” collection is inspired by the iconic Beatles film Yellow Submarine. The psychedelic campaign film is a trippy journey with the band, as well as a message of unity and community in a modern bohemian manner. McCartney values the importance of the message in this particular political climate hoping to act as a catalyst of peaceful inspiration.
The collection features pop-art illustrations of The Beatles as bold patches on outerwear and knitwear. Special attention is brought to a full-length black coat covered in individual embroidered patches. The range is both eclectic and entirely on trend with pop-culture. All carry an array of kaleidoscope colors through a Beatles-inspired theme. And in true McCartney-humanitarian fashion, the entire collection is made from sustainable materials including organic cotton, regenerated cashmere, and recycled nylon.
As World Oceans Day approaches this Saturday, June 8th, we need to turn our attention to help protect and conserve the world’s oceans more than ever. The day itself was coined to bring awareness to the importance that the ocean plays in our lives and yet it is polluted with more than 8 million tons of plastic every year.
Oceans are the primary generators of the oxygen (70%) we breathe and, therefore, truly necessary for human survival. They also regulate world climates, though as we are polluting them more, they are over overheating and a situation like Tulum’s algae crisis is happening (and that’s without mentioning the whole global warming situation). And even though ocean water is salty, oceans actually clean the water we drink. They help feed us and provide a cornucopia of medicinal ingredients.
Keeping oceans clean should be one of our primary goals, yet in a 1999 study, it was discovered that only 0.5 percent of all resources spent by environmental nonprofit groups in the United States went to ocean advocacy. It was then that organization like Oceana rose to the mission to protect the world’s ocean. It is a compilation of a group of leading environmental organizations focused solely on achieving measurable change by encouraging scientific research and implementing deadlines and well-defined goals. The organization has protected more than 4.5 million square miles of the ocean up to date, but still has the rest of the planet to tackle and it is now that it needs our help.
It’s easy to get lost between choices before making a purchase, but environmentally responsible options are readily available — we’ve taken the chance to introduce you to seven brands that focus on ocean health.
Images: Courtesy of Stella McCartney
REN Skincare
The skincare brand has long been on a journey to achieve Zero Waste by 2021 and this year they’ve introduced new reclaimed plastic bottles for their Body Wash and Body Cream. The packaging contains 20% of reclaimed plastic waste from the oceans and the rest is still 80% recycled plastic truly creating a cycle that keeps plastic out of landfills.
One Ocean Beauty
The name says it all, and One Ocean Beauty was created out of the need for clean marine-based beauty products and in turn– ocean protection. Their formulas fuse highly powerful marine ingredients to create a luxury skincare brand. Topping off their dedication to clean beauty, the brand also works with Oceana and has committed to donating an annual $250,000 donation to the cause.
Everlane
The denim brand has been loyal to its radical transparency ethics since the very beginning working with proper factories and materials revealing their brand’s cost breakdown to all patrons. Their newest project ReNew repurposes over 3 million plastic bottles a year into warm puffers, pullovers, parkas, and other outwear options. The result is a scientific marvel and a sartorial victory.
Stella McCartney
As fashion is the world’s second most polluting industry, it’s in the hands of luxury brands to make an example. Stella McCartney continues to work towards a Zero Waste policy already sending recycled polyester instead of virgin polyester down the runway. By 2025 the brand will give up virgin polyester entirely and by 2020 they will no longer use virgin nylon either. Since 2012, all of the brand’s bags have been made from recycled water bottles after an ocean conservancy partnership with Parley for the Oceans.
Everest Isles
The men’s swimwear brand is made by the oceans for the oceans to be used and withstand the oceans. Each pair of trunks is made with 100% regenerated nylon fiber (some coming from fishnets) and blue-sign technology. This ensures that the pieces do not lose connection with their goal to help the oceans, but are also quality and durable for a longer time than most competitors.
EIR NYC
While protection our skin from UV rays, we are often hurting our oceans. Chemicals often present in sunscreens including oxybenzone octinoxate, octocrylene, homosalate, and octisalate are extremely harmful to all of the ocean’s habitats. EIR‘s Surf Mud sunscreen is 100% reef-safe and entirely biodegradable (as are all their products).
Save the Duck
The Italian outerwear brand not only saves animals but also their home. Their Spring/Summer ’19 collection called “Ocean Is My Home” takes inspiration from the ocean. For each item sold from the collection, the brand will donate a percentage of their profits to the Surfrider Foundation.
Summertime and the living’s easy — and the dressing just got easier too. Now that you can retire your winter coat for the next 4 months, we’ve rounded up some of the finest shirts to carry you through Memorial Day Weekend and beyond.
Maison Margiela Japanese Print Shirt
This pastel number with a Japanese inspired streamer-like print is the perfect alternative to any traditional floral shirt.
Actors Ethan Hawke and Joe Alwyn star in a special four cover issue for Winter 2018.
MOST WANTED: The most desired items you must have this season. Photographed by Yuki Saito.
MISBEHAVIOR: Strike the chord between order and chaos. Photographed by Jack Grayson and styled by Lisa Jarvis.
NEW ARRIVALS: The latest style collaborations and product launches.
TEXTURE FUSION: Develop a second skin this winter by combining disparate textures for protection against the elements. Photographed by A.P. Kim and styled by Terry Lu.
DON’T LOOK BACK: Chase the new by daring to veer off-course. Photographed by Christopher Ferguson and styled by Marc Anthony George.
ON A CLOUD: Tumid outerwear provides protection against the frigid. Photographed by Alex John Beck and styled by Paul Frederick.
TEAM PLAYER: Out professional soccer player Collin Martin checks into the Baccarat Hotel to find solace off the field. Photographed by David Urbanke and styled by Terry Lu.
SWEET DISPOSITION: Raúl Castillo reflects on his trailblazing career and reinterpreting masculinity. Photographed by Ryan Duffin and styled by Robert Quick.
GO YOUR OWN WAY: Photographed by Nicolas Valois and styled by Darryl Rodrigues.
WORLD ALONE: A tour through life’s intricate complexities. Photographed by Kapturing and styled by Juan Camilo Rodriguez.
IN SERVICE OF THE ART: Ethan Hawke pieces together the mechanisms of the universe. Photographed by Thomas Goldblum and styled by Darryl Rodrigues.
IN THE HEIGHTS: Uptown style cues for when the temperature drops. Photographed by Danilo Hess and styled by Seppe Tirabassi.
RIGHT ON TIME: Joe Alwyn is set to take the global stage. Photographed by Kevin Sinclair and styled by Terry Lu.
SHARP SPACES: Shanghai’s perpetual transformation inspires the latest EDITION Hotel.
After making waves with its sophisticated contemporary label, Stella McCartney dips into men’s swimwear. The full line—which includes everything from boxers to briefs to lavender rash guards—features varied color palettes, gorgeous tropical and animal prints, and lush patterns. McCartney’s ambitious new take on the swimsuit adds audacity and raucousness to the sunny beach life. With boxers in short, medium and long cuts, ethically-made beach bags, and cheeky button-downs, the collection boasts something for every summer occasion.
Stella McCartney, a designer known for radiant, elegant designs, finally expands her illustrious range into a debut menswear collection as unique and diverse as the brand itself. Released with a star-studded launch at the Abbey Road Studios–a venue very familiar to McCartney’s family–the collection continues the brand’s cruelty-free ethos, ensuring the items are environmentally-friendly and made with sustainability in mind. Drawing inspiration from subcultures across the eras and her legendary father Paul McCartney, the collection fuses quintessential British styles with vibrant contemporary graphics and designs, boasting checked coats, oversized knits, and bold patterns emblazoned on shirts, jackets, and casual-wear. Tongue-in-cheek slogans like “Members and Non-Members Only” and “Nice One” offer an insouciant edge, while dressier styles balance the collection, such as the royal blue button-up with a swallows print that was partially inspired by her father. Also influenced by the Beatles’ aesthetic is a denim Maharishi-style shirt and vintage bohemian floral patterns adorning jackets, shirts, and shorts. Where the slogan shirts nod to rave culture, the knits and casual-wear hint towards subtle Rastafarian culture–the football scarves, sportswear, and mackintosh raincoat pay homage to McCartney’s British roots.
The Stella McCartney menswear collection will be available in stores January 2017 and is available for preorder online now.
So we’ve got you covered, but what about Mom, the sister, your loved one, and the little rascals (furry included)? Don’t worry, gift guidance, like the holiday spirit, doesn’t just stop at your own stocking. Here’s some seasonal suggestions for the rest of the crew.
1. Boxy fur coat, FENDI
Image: Far Fetch.
FOR HER
What is a more lavish present than a fur jacket? How about a double dose. This two-toned emerald and gray mink coat completes any look with chicness and comfortable warmth.
Though ladies sure do love to play dress up, sometimes it can get expensive. Get this all-in-one, witty one-piece and give your girl a cute cover up with some extra imagination.
Because one #girlsnight selfie is never enough — we’re talking about the gram featuring friends Chelsea Handler, Gwyneth Paltrow, Naomi Watts, Gwen Stefani, Stella McCartney, and Sam Taylor-Wood, of course — boho-chictress and one-time Paris Hilton best friend, Nicole Richie decided to go in once more, this time re-upping the line-up. Getting a little “wild for the night,” Richie along with her prevailing purple-hair-don’t-care mane, linked up with another group of super-famous buddies including Hayden Panettiere, Zoë Kravitz, Riley Keough, Zooey Deschanel, and fashion it girl/bad girl/friend of bad gal Cara Delevingne.
Stella McCartney, a member of the original #girlsnight but not included in Nicole’s “wild for the night” moment, decided to stage a moment of her very own, recruiting, Reese Witherspoon, Kate Bosworth, Rihanna, and the photo-gluttonous Delevingne.
Delevingne, not one to be left out, than hopped over for a photo-op with Givenchy’s Riccardo Tisci (“SOMEONE CAN STEP ON YOUR SHOES. NO ONE CAN STEP ON YOUR MEMORIES. I’M HAVING A WONDERFUL TIME RIGHT NOW,” Tisci Tweeted), along with the creative director’s date for the evening, Ms. Naomi Campbell, plus more Kate Bosworth, and everyone’s favorite/a lot of people’s least favorite Kim Kardashian (who, herself, had quite the night on Instagram).
Then of course their was Bey (herself having a very active night on Instagram) who in a rare moment away from hubby Jay-Z, snapped the above photo with her sister Solange, Lupita Nyong’o, and the Supreme, herself, Sarah Paulson.
Images courtesy of Instagram and Paramount Pictures.
It was a big night for badgalriri as she broke into her many, many Christmas presents a few weeks shy of Santa’s arrival (in actuality, she might still be opening up to and through the 25th, so this could have been right on schedule). Rihanna, no stranger to Instagram, took this as a night to share her appreciation with the masses, and gave us a peak at the goods. Self-indulgent, sure, but she’s Rihanna, so we’re not complaining. From Prada to Miu Miu to a Versace handbag and custom McQueen creations–not to mention an unwrapping break to devour some toast–Rihanna won the night, easy:
“Christmas!! Thank you Miuccia and your wonderful team”
“Christmas… 1 Love OC”
“This is gonna be a long night….”
“Love you more…”
“Yes @charliebymz …you can most certainly get it!”
Celebrating was on the top of the agenda at the 10th annual Jeffrey Fashion Cares Fundraiser, that was hosted by the beautiful Emmy Rossum on the Intrepid battleship in NYC. Well, near the top, because fundraising and fashion were at the helm of the event that first came to Manhattan back in 2003 (Fact: Jeffrey Cares has raised over $4 million for LGBT and LGBT youth charities in the last 10 years). The night began with a silent auction featuring Broadway tickets to designs from the likes of Tom Ford, Hermès, Proenza Schouler, Marni and Stella McCartney, and then turned in to a fashion show featuring hand selected items from the Jeffrey Store in New York.The fundraiser honored Tony Award winning choreographer Jerry Mitchell who was presented with the Community LeadershipAward by CyndiLauper. Other faces who came out to raise money—Chrissy Teigen, Sean Avery, Kelly Bensimon, Miss Universe Olivia Culpo, Ireland Baldwin, Hannah Bronfman, Steve Kolb, Thakoon, Veronica Webb and Andrej Pejic. Photos post jump.
