Alysa Liu Fronts Nike Studio Fleece Campaign & Rains Steps Into Footwear in This Week's Top Fashion News
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Summary
- Nigel Cabourn and Andersson Bell opened distinct new flagship boutiques in Japan.
- Christie’s is auctioning off The Devil Wears Prada 2 wardrobe; the V&A highlighted Burberry’s trench history.
- RAINS launched its first waterproof boots, while Olympian Alysa Liu fronted Nike’s latest fleece campaign.
What Alysa Liu Wears When She’s Not on the Ice
Nike
Fresh off securing a historic gold medal at the Milan Winter Olympics, figure skating champion Alysa Liu stepped out of the rink to front Nike‘s vibrant Studio Fleece campaign. Known for injecting Gen-Z energy and alt aesthetics into her sport, Liu showcased her off-duty style in a surrealist pastel salon setting. In an exclusive interview for Hypebeast, the 20-year-old athlete explained how growing up in Oakland, California, shaped her eclectic, deeply personal approach to fashion. Further, Liu shared that she prioritizes both “mobility” and “comfort,” highlighting her love for layering baggy sweatpants and oversized hoodies with sneakers. Read the full interview now at the link above, where Liu discusses and breaks down her off-duty wardrobe, recovery rituals, and life beyond the rink.
RAINS Steps Into Footwear With Debut Waterproof Boots Collection
Rains
RAINS officially stepped into the footwear arena and launched its first-ever waterproof boot collection. The Scandinavian brand expanded its global rainwear legacy by introducing two primary silhouettes: the Dry Boot and the Mirage. The functional models, which footwear architect Martin Sallières helped bring to life, ranged from classic Chelsea cuts to exaggerated clog styles. The collection boasted responsive cushioning and unique grid-patterned outsoles that drew inspiration from New York City’s block layout. Ultimately, the weather-ready footwear release translates the brand’s signature sculptural minimalism into all-day, all-climate wearability. As unpredictable weather becomes a greater consideration for consumers, rain-geared footwear may see an uptick in the coming seasons.
Christie’s New York to Auction Costumes From ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’
Christie’s
In a crossover between cinema and high fashion, Christie‘s and 20th Century Studios announced an exclusive online auction that featured the original wardrobe from The Devil Wears Prada 2. The charitable sale benefited the Committee to Protect Journalists and the CFDA, and it offered screen-worn luxury garments from the film’s star-studded cast. Coveted lots included Meryl Streep’s prototype Valentino Rockstud pumps, Anne Hathaway’s Gabriela Hearst dress, and a feathered Bad Binch TongTong gown that Lady Gaga wore. Ahead of the bidding, Christie’s hosted a free public exhibition at its New York gallery, which gave fans a firsthand look at the highly anticipated sequel’s impeccable styling.
Inside Nigel Cabourn’s New Omotesando Flagship and In-House Cafe
Nigel Cabourn
Nigel Cabourn has officially expanded its Japanese presence with the opening of its largest Kanto-area flagship in Tokyo’s upscale Omotesando district. The expansive space serves as a vibrant cultural hub dedicated to the designer’s love of traditional craftsmanship and archival design. Alongside housing the designer’s full range of outerwear and lifestyle labels, the location debuted the brand’s first-ever café. Formed in partnership with renowned Tokyo roaster Pappelburg, Nigel Cabourn COFFEE is offering special blends and flat whites for shoppers and pedestrians alike. To celebrate the grand opening, the boutique rewarded early patrons with an exclusive, vintage motel-inspired keychain featuring engraved, personalized messages from the late designer.
Andersson Bell Touches Down in Tokyo With a New Aoyama Flagship
Andersson Bell
Seoul-based fashion label Andersson Bell is cementing its global footprint by launching its inaugural Japanese flagship in Tokyo’s Aoyama neighborhood. Co-designed by architecture studio I IN, the three-story retail sanctuary occupied a 1993 brutalist building. The interior aesthetic encapsulates the brand’s ethos, “the beauty of contrast,” juxtaposing raw, industrial concrete walls against polished, colorful fixtures. It also doubles as a creative community space, and the store’s opening coincided with a Tokyo-shot FW26 campaign. To commemorate the milestone, the brand dropped exclusive accessories, which included a graphic unisex t-shirt and a narrative-driven leather heart keyring.
Burberry and V&A Announce ‘The Burberry Trench: Crafting an Icon’ Exhibition
London’s Victoria and Albert Museum and Burberry proudly announced a first-of-its-kind retrospective that honored the heritage of the British label’s trench coats. Titled The Burberry Trench: Crafting an Icon, the free exhibition celebrated the British luxury house’s 170th anniversary. Hosted in the prestigious Prince Consort Gallery, the curated display explored the garment’s evolution across three distinct sections: Invention, Craft, and Creativity. Attendees witnessed Thomas Burberry’s groundbreaking 1879 invention of waterproof gabardine, meticulously hand-finished structural details, and 19 modern runway reinterpretations from creative directors Christopher Bailey and Daniel Lee. The expansive showcase effectively laid the groundwork for the museum’s permanent Burberry Gallery.
