What to buy in summer: The most anticipated fashion collaborations
Text: Julia Lee
CONTINUE TO TELL ABOUT HEROES AND EVENTS, that will make summer more enjoyable. In the next three months, it will be possible to buy things that we have been looking forward to - clothes and accessories - from new and long-lasting collaborations of brands, designers and celebrities. Our selection includes Gucci and the online retailer Net-A-Porter, Farrell Williams and adidas Originals, Sarah Battaglia and Salvatore Ferragamo.
KAWS x Uniqlo
Now Available
By the number of collaborations with films, artists and celebrities, the line Uniqlo UT, the creative director of which is Nigo, much loved by us, is ahead of everyone. Since the beginning of May, a new collection has been presented in the brand’s stores, designed with the well-known contemporary artist KAWS, whose name has been heard especially recently. Even if it doesn’t seem to mean anything to you, you’ve probably met more than once the elements of his corporate identity, such as the fictional character Companion.
The new line includes twenty wardrobe items - T-shirts, bags and slippers (the latter, unfortunately, is not for sale in Russia) - made using twenty-five different prints with the artist’s works. The brand assures that in this collection special attention was paid not only to the design of models, but also to the choice of fabrics, and even the quality of the paint used. In general, it is necessary to hurry, until modern art lovers disassembled everything.
adidas Originals x Farrell Williams
Now Available
A man of many talents, Farrell Williams released a full-fledged collection in collaboration with adidas Originals. And although this is not the first example of cooperation between a brand and a performer with an easily recognizable personal style, the collection has become no less welcome. Legend has it that in 2014, the brand gave Farrell a jacket with a picture that inspired the artist to the entire Pink Beach line. The idea, according to Williams, rests on the sensation in the moment of unity of man with music: "What if there was a place where everyone could instantly plunge into this state? This is the" Pink Beach "." A little pathos you want to forgive when looking at the collection itself - it is well done sports things with interesting prints and color schemes.
The line, which includes men's, women's, as well as children's clothing, is available in selected brand stores since May 12 and online. The cost of things does not differ from the cost of ordinary collections of the brand.
Gucci x net-a-porter
Now Available
For the famous retailer of Net-A-Porter, Alessandro Michele slightly altered the already familiar things from the main Gucci collection, adding a floral print and embroidery in Asian style. In the line there are favorite dresses, blouses with bows, shoes with massive heels and loafers, flared jeans, which has already become a cult bag and much more. In total, the collection has 18 items that immediately became Net-A-Porter bestsellers. A shawl will cost 265 pounds, and a silk skirt will cost 1013 pounds. The limited edition Dionysus iconic bag, unfortunately, is already sold out.
Sara Battaglia x Salvatore Ferragamo
Now Available
If a luxurious bag for you is a must, take a closer look at the bright result of the collaboration between Salvatore Ferragamo and bag designer Sarah Battaglia, the sister of the famous stylist Giovanna Battali. Embodying the Italian concept of "Lo splendore della Vita" ("The Splendor of Life"), Sarah created bags in several sizes, as well as accessories in four different styles: in addition to clutches, bags, bags and lady-like models, there are tassels tassels and belt and purse. What distinguishes this collection is of course the color and the materials selected. So, in addition to leather, the main material of the bags, are used twisted silk, fur, copper and varnish in the decoration of the evening options. Prices are appropriate - from 102 437 rubles. up to 243 196 rubles.
Rihanna x Manolo Blahnik
Now Available
Rihanna as a whole does not restrain herself in the field of consumer culture: under her name there are cosmetics, sportswear and shoes, stockings and socks. But this cooperation with the well-known shoe brand has become one of the loudest collaborations in recent times. The classic style of Manolo thanks to Rihanna acquired bold outlines. The collection is made mostly of denim and includes only shoes with heels. One model pays special attention - to the jackboots inspired by westerns, which is reflected in the decoration. This model was released in limited edition, since its creation is very expensive. Hence, the corresponding price - 263 620 rubles.
Vans x Summer Bummer
Now Available
DIY culture (that is, Do It Yourself) and the use or imitation of hand-held technicians returns - and it was picked up not only by uncompromisingly expensive brands (for example, in the spring-summer season Thakoon, Altuzarra and many others relied on tie-dye), but also sports stamps. In the summer, we expect the Vans collaboration with the Summer Bummer brand, which promotes green consumption. The line itself is inspired by DIY as well as surfer culture. In addition to the already well-known shoe models, two new ones appeared in it: Sandalia sandals for sport and Slide-On sandals. The clothing line consists of laconic things that fit into both the urban and beach lifestyle: light dresses, bags made of cotton and neoprene, as well as a variety of accessories.
Longchamp x jeremy scott
On sale from June 1
The collaboration between the odious American designer Jeremy Scott and Longchamp, which began in 2006, does not end - and we hope it will never end. In June, the result of another collaboration will appear in the boutiques of the brand. The name of the Long Distance Champ is directly related to the bright print that adorns the Le Pliage bag long familiar to fans of the brand: it depicts intertwining pink handsets inspired by the idea of spaceflight and surreal 80s graphics. Bright bags are already presented exclusively in the French Colette, and from June they will be available in all Longchamp boutiques.
Atea oceanie x man repeller
On sale from June 20
British minimalist brand Atea Oceanie and Leandra Medin, stylist and creator of the blog Man Repeller, created a capsule collection that will be exclusively represented on June 20 in the luxury boutique Boutique 1, known for its particularly careful selection. Details of the new collaboration have not yet been disclosed, but Leandra describes the collection as "a luxurious base that every girl needs." It’s hard not to buy such a description in the modern realities and with the course on “new comfort”. It can be assumed that it will include simple and concise things for every day. Prior to this, the girl has already collaborated with a variety of brands from Stuart Weitzman to Michael Kors.
NikeLab x RT: Training Redefined
On sale from July 1
The collaboration between NikeLab and Givenchy creative director Ricardo Tisci is perhaps one of the most anticipated. First of all, because for the designer this is the first experience in developing clothes for sports training.
The collaboration resulted in two collections with opposite visual aesthetics. This is expressed mainly in the colors: the first collection is exclusively black and white, and the second is in a bright palette and with various prints. The graphics use images of colors typical of the following cities: Beaverton, Oregon, USA (where Nike is headquartered), Taranto, Italy (Ricardo Silence's hometown) and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (where the main sporting event of this summer). Also in the collection will be used as significant for the creativity of Silence elements familiar to all by Givenchy: stars and skulls. Once again, to combine fashion and sport Nike will be from July 2016.
Rita Ora x adidas Originals
On sale from August 1
Having started cooperation with Rita Oura in 2014, adidas Originals continue to delight her fans. In August we are expected to continue the cooperation of the singer and the sports giant. While the details of the new lineup are not disclosed, but, looking at their past joint projects, it is almost possible to predict long T-shirts, bright prints, classic jackets and, of course, leggings of the most different colors. Ora is a bright girl. And even monochrome things in her performance can not go unnoticed - they either have to be perforated, or they will be decorated with an unusual print.
Photo: Atea / Facebook, Uniqlo, adidas Originals, Net-A-Porter, Salvatore Ferragamo, Manolo Blahnik, Vans, Longchamp, NikeLab