Antonio Vattev’s eponymous label AV Vattev debuted its Fall/Winter 2023 collection this past week, showcasing the designer’s fascination with renowned creatives who have inspired him over the years.
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NYFW FW23 Roundup
While NYFW has drawn to a close, fashion is an omnipresent characteristic of the city that never sleeps. This season, NYFW additionally saw debuts from Melke, Puppets & Puppets, and more, in addition to seasoned players like Brandon Maxwell, Rodarte, and Area.
On The Decks: Palladium
Palladium grew up between the cows of Normandy, France, and is now a Montreal-based DJ making a name for himself in the techno scene.
Pharrell Named Louis Vuitton Menswear Creative Director
This morning, Louis Vuitton announced that Pharrell Williams will be the brand’s next creative director for its menswear division.
The appointment fills a vacancy left by Virgil Abloh’s unexpected death in 2021, which had left a huge void for months.
Burberry’s Rebrand and the Death of Blanding
With an air of mystery and intrigue, the visionary behind Burberry’s rebrand, Daniel Lee, unveiled his first campaign as Chief Creative Officer; a triumphant tribute to the timeless elegance and quintessential Britishness that defines the legendary luxury brand.
Core Core: Digital & Cultural Malaise on TikTok
A meme from 2011 starts playing, then a clip of an actor crying in a car. A single tear trickles from an anime eye.
Haute Couture Week S/S 2023
Europe’s most storied fashion houses, including Chanel, Dior, and Valentino, showcased their latest collections during haute couture week S/S 2023 in Paris.
The Holy Releases New Single “Other Side”
The Holy is back with his latest drop on KOOKOO AFTER DARK. “Other Side” – released on January 20th brings back elements from the early 2000’s rave scene; pulsing basslines, mysterious vocal melodies, and razor-sharp drums.
On The Decks: Phorie
Phorie is an experimental electronic musician and digital artist. Her current, more aggressive sound surrounds the unnatural, dystopian world she has built from prior sonic and visual inspirations in her life.
FIGHT CLUB
FIGHT CLUB showcases a dynamic collaboration from Canadian talents Kelly Ann Panagakos, Alexis Monet, Raphaël Gagnon, and Sebastian Kent. Drawing inspiration from David Fincher’s iconic 1999 film Fight Club, the editorial delves into the complexities of masculinity, rebellion, and the search for identity in contemporary culture.