Marni for H&M Collaboration for Spring 2012

Less than a month after its widely successful collaboration with Versace, H&M has announced that it’s next designer team up is with Marni. The Italian label founded and designed by Consuelo Castiglioni is popular among cool fashion girls who like clothes that pop and have that touch of quirk—luxe boho, offbeat and a nod to arts and crafts. True to Marni’s colorful aesthetic and collage-like use of prints, Marni for H&M is reported to have the same color blocking and print-on-print vibe. There will be a women’s and men’s collection plus accessories like those chunky necklaces with a homespun feel and the trademark conical hats. Judging from the early images, the looks with their relaxed silhouettes and the use of the signature Marni polka-dot print are sure to draw huge crowds.

“I wanted to create a true Marni wardrobe by revisiting all our favorite pieces in signature fabrics and prints. As always, I love juxtaposing prints and colors, mixing modern tribal with Bauhaus graphic adding sporty utilitarian elements,” said the designer.

The Marni for H&M collection will be in stores worldwide on March 8, 2012. Until that day comes, check the video below to get a peek at what’s coming from the collaboration.

 source:forbes.com

 

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Another Look from Versace for H&M Lookbook

Another look from Versace for H&M lookbook. That lather jacket looks phenomenal!!!

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Versace for H&M Menswear Campaign/Lookbook Preview

River Viiperi in Versace for H&M. I'm not sure if is campaign or lookbook!

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David Beckham Bodywear Line For H&M

David Beckham will together with H&M make his Bodywear range for men available to millions of fans globally through a long-term partnership. 

The long-term alliance will allow David Beckham to produce and exclusively sell his eagerly awaited new DAVID BECKHAM bodywear line in around1800 H&M stores in around 40 countries worldwide. It marks the beginning of a significant relationship between H&M and David Beckham, with new Bodywear products being launched seasonally. The initial range will be launched to coincide with Valentine’s Day 2012 from February 2nd.

“Over the past year, I’ve been developing my Bodywear range with my team and I’m extremely positive about what we have designed and produced,” says David Beckham. “The final piece in the jigsaw was a retail partner who has the vision and capability to distribute these products globally. In H&M we have found the perfect partner to collaborate with going forward, I’m excited and looking forward to showcasing the range to H&M customers from February.” 

 “This partnership with H&M is an important step in the evolution of David’s journey from sporting hero to entrepreneur and icon”, says Simon Fuller, David Beckham’s long time business partner. “H&M’s enthusiasm and support for this venture, combined with their scale and reach, will continue to enhance the power of David’s image around the world.” 

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Versace For H&M

Donatella Versace

VERSACE will design for H&M this year, becoming the latest high fashion label to work with the Swedish high street brand.

"I am thrilled to be collaborating with H&M and to have the opportunity of reaching its wide audience," Donatella Versace said this morning. "The collection will be quintessential Versace, perfect for H&M and Versace fans everywhere."

The announcement marks a turnaround for Versace, who in 2008 claimed that a high street diffusion line simply wasn't the Versace way. "I respect everyone who does it. But the reason I didn't do it is because I work very hard to put the Versace line in the luxury section. I think to put the Versace line in H&M would confuse the brand," she told New York Magazine. However, rather than 'diffusion', this line is being sold as an 'Iconic Collection' for which Donatella will raid the archives of the Italian fashion house that was founded by her brother Gianni in 1978.

No doubt hoping to have the same affect on shoppers as Alber Elbaz last year, when his Lanvin for H&M collection sold out in a matter of minutes (with many items subsequently selling for even greater prices on eBay), Donatella will launch H&M menswear, womenswear and homeware which will go on sale on November 17 - shortly followed by a pre-spring collection that will be available online from January 19.
"Versace is one of the most important brands of recent times and their collection for H&M will be glamorous and flamboyant - everything Versace stands for," said Margareta van den Bosch, creative advisor at H&M - who has masterminded collaborations with Karl Lagerfeld, Stella McCartney, Comme des Garcons and Jimmy Choo in the past. "Donatella Versace is sharing with us iconic designs from the archives. This is such a celebratory collaboration and is perfect for the party season."

Expect studded leather and colourful prints for the girls; sharp tailoring and plenty of bling for the boys - and substantial queues down Regent Street in November.

 source:vogue.co.uk

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Dsquared2 unveils latest Life Ball Mini

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The brothers behind Canadian fashion label Dsquared2 have unveiled a fashion project of a rather different kind, dressing up a Mini Cooper S in aid of charity.

Dean and Dan Caten, familiar fixtures on the global fashion circuit, unveiled the exclusive Life Ball Mini 2011 in Vienna, the latest in a series of designers to have added their touch to the iconic car.

The twins’ model has been “armed for adventures of all kinds,” with a large front guard, rally-style headlamps and a spare tire mounted to the tailgate.

The chassis has been raised further from the ground, and new all-terrain tires with a deep tread have been added, while the interior has been revamped with aluminium sheeting for floormats and a mounted compass.
The trademark Dsquared2 maple leaf is also prominently visible on the head rests and side doors.



The overhaul of a Mini is conducted annually by a different designer for the occasion of the Life Ball, Europe’s largest AIDS charity event, held May 21.
In previous years, Agent Provocateur, Donatella Versace, Diesel, Missoni and Gianfranco Ferré have all added their unique style.



More than half a million euros has been generated by the models over the past 11 years, according to Mini.
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Hermès Custom Vans Slip-Ons

 

What’s a guy to do when his favorite sneaker company won’t collaborate with his favorite fashion house??? Well, Robert Verdi took the collaboration into his own hands by kindly requesting that Vans make him a few pairs of custom kicks out of his vintage Hermès scarf collection for his personal use. We have to admit, the end result was brilliant! This marriage between upscale prints and rubber street soles make the collaboration seem like a typical case of the old saying, ‘opposites attract.’ On the contrary, the union of Hermès and Vans make more sense than what meets the eye, by the use of the two distinctive materials that represent each company. Since 1937 Hermès has been designing their classic silk scarves, which elevated the company to an iconic status. Equally so, it was 1966 when Paul Van Doren sold his first pair of Vans on the streets of Anaheim California, with the same rubber sole we see today. The rubber of the shoes, and the silk of the scarves, are the two materials in which society identifies these brands to be. Though Hermes and Vans are from opposite worlds, they both found their identity, and stayed true to it!

 

Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci x Converse Addict All Stars

Givenchy’s creative director Riccardo Tisci lends his unique styling to the next release in the Converse Addict range. A black gloss leopard print has been added to an all black canvas which sits on top of a polyurethane Poron cushioned sole with a Vibram outsole. Add to that an Outlast lining and detailing such as rubber spikes down the back of the heel, you have a rather unique looking shoe. The jury is still out as to whether the use of these extra materials or the added build quality balances out the high price, but either way these shoes would certainly turn some heads.

Converse by John Varvatos Painted Flag & Studded Chuck Taylor All Star

Continuing the successful collaboration between John Varvatos and Converse, come two revamped pairs of Chuck Taylor All Stars. The classic Painted Flag Chuck Tayloris reinvented in monotone colours with studs. Meanwhile, the studded Chuck is embellished with pyramid studs around the ankle for a little flash.

Pringle Of Scotland x Ryan McGinley Cashmere Sweaters

Clothing designer Ryan McGinley and Pringle of Scotland present their 2010 Fall knitwear collaboration — a black and white premium cashmere twinset of a cardigan and crewneck sweater. Simply designed and presumably nice fitting. The animal print actually ends up giving it the aura of something incredibly indie, but I don’t think indie kids can afford its $1,224 luxury pricetag.

Lanvin for H&M Fall Winter 2010 Menswear

Finally, images of the much awaited Lanvin and H&M collection due for launch on 23 November are surfacing around the web. To the delight of all male Lanvin fans, menswear was included in this capsule collection and thru the lookbook, Lanvin's aesthetics was not at all compromised despite the lower price tag attached to the H&M collaboration pieces.


Extracts of GQ's interview with Lucas Ossendrijver

"We didn't want it to be like a second line, a Lanvin-B. We didn't want to go in their direction; we didn't want to "do H&M". We thought actually that they would have to go high-end, instead of [us] going lower. We thought about the collection and what it should be. We actually thought the way when we started the menswear five years ago: really not to think of it as a fashion collection but more of a wardrobe. For every time of the day, for every occasion, there's a garment. We wanted to apply the same idea to H&M. It's really about wardrobe essentials for every time of the day. So there's a raincoat, there's a suit, there's some shirts, there's knitwear, accessories, shoes, ties, bowties. There's a single-breasted, a double-breasted, a tuxedo, a shawl collar. Everything is there. [chuckles] It's complete. It's really thought of as a wardrobe that can be mixed together."

"We developed fabrics for them. I was really surprised actually that we had the possibility to do that because I was expecting a little bit more difficulty in adapting to their system. Are there laser-cut seams? There are actually! But I think it's only on the womenswear."

Lacoste x Earnest Sewn 2011 Spring/Summer Collection Preview

The relationship of sports brand meets denim welcomes a new partnership set for next season. French tennis and sports brand Lacoste teams up with Los Angeles-based Earnest Sewn on an upcoming range of denim. The collaborative effort will see current Earnest Sewn styles re-appropriated with Lacoste detailing and branding. While Lacoste currently has a line of denim, the new offerings will present itself as a more premium range with prices starting at $185 USD for men.
An initial launch is set for March of 2011.

Ransom by adidas Originals Creek Boots

Following several previews, footwear from the Ransom by adidas Originals collection for Fall/Winter 2010 has begun hitting retailers throughout the globe. One of the highlighted models for the season is the Creek, a clean and classic work boot done up in a nice wool colorway. Iron and chalk hues take center stage for this particular release, now available via Concepts for those interested in purchasing.

Gianfranco Ferré designs new bottles for Coca Cola

Gianfranco Ferré is the next brand to join the racing stable of designers who collaborated with Coca Cola and created special bottles for Diet Coke.
Tommaso Aquilano and Roberto Rimondi, Creative Directors of Gianfranco Ferré, drew inspiration from four of the house’s signatures.
A rich croc texture, an Obi belt, a white silk shirt, and the brand’s identifying symbol: the Signature Pin – all of which celebrate the famous Contour bottle.

Jil Sander x UNIQLO +J 2010 Fall/Winter Collection

The ongoing Jil Sander and Uniqlo partnership prepares itself for a 2010 fall/winter launch later this week. The line simply titled +J is a further extension of Jil Sander’s well-thought-out sense of minimalism. Of course with Uniqlo on board, the price points are more attractive to the masses. Some highlight pieces include the Premium Down Quilted Jacket and the Wool Flannel Slim Fit Tuxedo Jacket. The collection will be available at select Uniqlo stores as of October 7th, 2010.

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NEIGHBORHOOD × Lewis Leathers

Established all the way back in 1892, Lewis Leathers specialises in English-made leather jackets, tailored specifically for the motorcycle crowd. Also sharing a penchant for motorcycles, it’s not surprising that Japanese label NEIGHBORHOOD have chosen Lewis Leathers as a partner for this collaborative capsule collection, to be known as the first instalment of the aptly named Riders Collection. The ROADMASTER jacket uses a black, water-repellent, waxed cotton with a plaid lining for general use. Fitting tighter and designed more for the rider than the walker is the DOMINATOR. Already a popular model amongst Lewis fans, the jacket has been created from a high quality cowhide leather and comes in both a waxy black and similarly toned blue colorway.

OFFSPRING x Converse “Clean Crafted” Collection

OFFSPRING and Converse team-up on an exclusive collection of Chuck Taylor All Stars dubbed the “Clean Crafted” pack. Premium leather is at the heart of the two-style capsule as it features muted tones over three different styles, two low-tops and a high-top. Each style also includes a robust set of leather laces with a OFFSPRING logo inside the tongue. Limited to 150 pairs each, they are available through OFFSPRING.

Yves Behar for Issey Miyake Vue Watch – A Closer Look

The Vue by Yves Behar for Issey Miyake watch combines the longtime innovation of the Japanese designer with the industrialism of Behar. Sleek and minimal, the watch features a round frame, solid band with a vanishing dial. To add uniqueness to this collaboration, the watch only features one numeral at a time and fades out as time passes. The duo didn’t stop there, as the watches box is made out of what appears to be sticky notes on top of each other. Available in 5 variations, ranging from a metal or leather band to a white, black or brown colorway. Further information is available here.

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BEAMS x BUZZ RICKSON 2010-11 Fall/Winter “Modern Aviator” Collection

BEAMS and TOYO ENTERPRISE’s BUZZ RICKSON label link up to create a new capsule for the 2010-11 fall/winter season titled, “Modern Aviator”. Based on BUZZ RICKSON’s stellar reproductions, the aviation inspired range re-creates a number of staple outerwear pieces from both pre and post World War II eras. Included is the “Souvenir Jacket”, the L-2 U.S. worn by the Air Force, the B-10 worn by the U.S. Army Air Force, the B-15C (MOD.) worn by the U.S. Air Force and finally, the U.S. Navy G1 jacket. The collection will be unveiled via a special event in Tokyo on October 1st, 2010 at BEAMS Shibuya.
The event will conclude on October 11th and then move to Osaka for a showing at BEAMS Shinsaibashi.

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