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Moncler opens its largest global flagship on Fifth Avenue across two full floors of Gilles & Boissier-designed spaceThe store debuts a New York-exclusive LoveFrom collection capsule and the brand's first Moncler to Measure made-to-order atelierA new AI-powered digital platform extends the flagship's styling tools online through 5th Ave on the Go

Moncler has opened its largest global flagship on Fifth Avenue, a 23,680-square-foot, two-level space built through a two-decade design collaboration with French studio Gilles & Boissier. The store's architecture leans directly into the brand's mountain-meets-metropolis identity, translating that idea into scale, material choice, and structural detail rather than surface-level branding.

Ceilings rise more than eight meters from the moment of entry, creating a sense of verticality that echoes both Moncler's alpine heritage and the skyscrapers surrounding the store. Monumental columns punctuate the interior, while a freestanding "curiosity cabin" is built to house rotating seasonal installations. The exterior glass facade is clad in Saint Williams granite and integrated with LED strips, producing a kinetic lighting effect designed to hold its own against the visual intensity of nearby Times Square.

Inside, a signature checkerboard floor alternates between polished and raw textures, and that same stone material carries through the columns, arches, and walls to establish an earthy, consistent base beneath the more sculptural elements above it. Towering textured glass displays are built to resemble frozen waterfalls, while curated artworks and multimedia installations run throughout the space. A sculptural stonework centerpiece by Ugo Rondinone connects the two floors directly, anchoring the store's vertical layout with a mountainous physical presence, alongside additional works from Jean-Guillaume Mathiaut, Paul Bik, and Arno Declercq.

The ground floor houses the latest Men's, Women's, and Enfant designs from the Moncler Collection main line, along with Moncler Genius co-creations and the brand's newest footwear. The second floor is dedicated entirely to Moncler Grenoble, spanning high-performance skiwear, goggles, après-ski pieces, and lightweight hiking and trekking layers, alongside partner products including Moncler Grenoble's interpretations of Stöckli skis, POC helmets, and WHITESPACE x Moncler Grenoble snowboards developed with Shaun White.

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HOMME PLISSÉ ISSEY MIYAKE is set to launch its second "OPEN STUDIO" project at London’s Tate Modern on September 17, 2026.Inspired by Henri Matisse’s "The Snail," pleated garments emphasize rhythm, color, and movement.

HOMME PLISSÉ ISSEY MIYAKE has unveiled its second “OPEN STUDIO” edition at Tate Modern, presenting a capsule collection inspired by Henri Matisse’s iconic 1953 cut-out work "The Snail."

Building on the brand’s ongoing dialogue between art, design, and movement, the special activation brings Matisse’s dynamic geometric compositions to life through ISSEY MIYAKE's signature garment-pleating technology. Staged directly within Tate Modern, the installation highlights how structural design can bridge fine art and wearable form, creating a fluid, interactive space where visitors can witness the translation of abstract color blocks into three-dimensional, movement-focused garments.

The capsule collection translates Matisse’s vibrant cut-paper composition into pleated garments that emphasize rhythm, color and motion. More than just reproducing the artwork as embellishment, the design team drew from Matisse’s process of cutting and arranging forms, aligning naturally with the brand’s philosophy of transformation through pleating.

The capsule will be presented on September 16, 2026, inside Tate Modern’s The Tanks, the launch will include a site-specific dance performance that animates the garments within an architectural and performative setting. This approach underscores the brand’s long-standing connection between pleated clothing and performance, situating fashion within a broader cultural conversation.

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A.PRESSE opens a dedicated retail space with Gallery HBX built around a Space Age Retro Future conceptThe interior blends rosewood walls and brass fixtures with curated vintage furniture spanning the 1930s through the 1970sGallery HBX frames the space as a vision of the future as imagined by people in the 1960s and ‘70s

A.PRESSE has opened a dedicated retail space with Gallery HBX, built entirely around a concept the gallery calls Space Age Retro Future. Rather than centering on new apparel alone, the space treats its own interior design as an extension of A.PRESSE's identity, reworking mid-century futurism into a setting built specifically for the brand's clothing.

The interior is built from rosewood walls set beneath a wood louver ceiling, softened by wool carpets and melton curtains throughout the space. Garments are displayed on solid brass racks, a detail that ties the retail fixtures directly into the space's broader material palette rather than treating them as purely functional add-ons.

Alongside the clothing displays, the space is furnished with a curated set of vintage pieces spanning several decades: a 1972 Percival Lafer MP-61 sofa, a pair of Brazilian armchairs, and patinated brass "A-lamp" sconces by Louis Poulsen dating back to the 1930s. Percival Lafer built his reputation designing furniture in Brazil known for rounded, sculptural forms that leaned into the same organic-futurist language that shaped space-age design more broadly, while Louis Poulsen has spent nearly a century producing lighting recognized for its sculptural brass and metal fixtures. Placed together, the pieces root the space's futuristic concept in objects that actually came out of the eras it's referencing, rather than newly built replicas.

The concept is less a literal reference to outer space and more as "the future as imagined by people in the past," pointing to how 1960s and ‘70s audiences pictured what was ahead of them through rounded furniture, streamlined forms, and industrial materials. The gallery frames the space as an attempt to place A.PRESSE inside that same imagined future, reinterpreting those design cues through the brand's own contemporary clothing perspective rather than recreating the decades wholesale.

That approach positions the space as a reconstruction rather than a period piece, taking design language born out of a specific moment in the 1960s and 70s and filtering it through A.PRESSE's present-day point of view. Gallery HBX ties that idea to the project's core framing: looking at the future from the past, then bringing that vision back into the present through the brand.

The A.PRESSE Dedicated Space by Gallery HBX is open now.

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Starbucks Japan and BEAMS return with the CORE Collection, their latest fashion-meets-coffee collaborationThe lineup spans a black denim capsule, logo apparel, and a wide range of coffee-ready accessoriesA launch-day event brings baristas and BEAMS staff together to walk through the collection

Starbucks Japan and BEAMS are continuing their STARBUCKS STAND by BEAMS partnership with the CORE Collection, a lifestyle-driven lineup built around gender-neutral basics that move easily between a coffee shop and everyday wear. The collection folds apparel and accessories into one release, leaning on simple, foundational pieces rather than seasonal statement design.

The apparel side centers on a black denim capsule, a jacket, a coverall, and pants all cut from the same dark wash, positioned as the collection's most directional pieces. Around that anchor sits a run of logo-driven basics: ringer T-shirts in heather blue and heather beige, zip hoodies and sweatpants in oatmeal, green, and brown, crew sweatshirts in the same tri-color range, and a light blue Oxford shirt. BEAMS contributes its own exclusive chino pants in beige, brown, and olive, rounding out a wardrobe built for repeat wear rather than one-off statement pieces.

The goods side leans further into the collection's coffee-shop framing. Stainless steel TO GO bottles come in six colorways, while PVC pouches, shopper totes in two sizes, and canvas logo totes cover carrying needs across clear and patterned finishes. Smaller accessories round out the range: coffee cherry bandanas, DRINK-ID socks, 6-panel logo caps, a synthetic leather drawstring bag, a craft paper cooler bag, logo utility aprons, hand towels, and a jacquard throw blanket, alongside a Starbucks card case.

STARBUCKS STAND by BEAMS has built its identity around blending coffee culture with fashion retail, a pairing that leans on BEAMS' long-running role as one of Japan's most influential fashion and lifestyle curators. The CORE Collection continues that approach, treating Starbucks' own visual language, from its logo to its coffee-cherry motifs, as the basis for wardrobe staples rather than one-off merchandise. That framing carries into the collection's launch, with a live showcase on release day pairing baristas with BEAMS staff to walk through the collection's appeal in person.

The CORE Collection launches September 18, available via the Starbucks Japan official online store and select BEAMS locations in Yokohama, Shinjuku Tokyo, and Umeda Osaka.

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Chaos Fishing Club rolls out its Fall/Winter 2026 collection spanning apparel, headwear, and lifestyle goodsThe lineup includes a New Era collaboration hat alongside CFC's own market-inspired piecesWorkers from Tokyo's Tsukiji Market front the campaign, shot by photographer Hori Yuki

Chaos Fishing Club is grounding its Fall/Winter 2026 collection in the working rhythm of Tsukiji Market, building a lineup of cold-weather apparel and everyday gear around the district's fishmongers, cooks, and vendors. The Tokyo label continues to lean on its "Fishing > Everything" ethos, using the market as both backdrop and inspiration for a season built on warmth, utility, and unmistakably CFC humor.

The apparel side of the collection covers a wide range of cold-weather needs. A down-filled hooded jacket brings lightweight warmth, while a fleece anorak swaps in a sweatshirt-material hood for a softer, more casual finish. A coach jacket carries a kingfisher print across its lining, a design detail set opposite the shell's simpler exterior. Elsewhere, a nylon track suit is built to work as a matching set, carpenter pants come loaded with extra pockets and a D-ring, and a jacquard knit top with a logo motif rounds out the half-sleeve category. The lineup also folds in hoodies, sweatshirts, and T-shirts carrying both new and returning CFC graphics, a high-gauge knit balaclava, and headwear that includes a New Era collaboration hat alongside a 5-panel cap built on a classic silhouette. The collection is unisex, with select styles offered in kids sizing as well.

Outside of apparel, Chaos Fishing Club extends its market framing into lifestyle goods. A guitar strap is fitted with a concealed pocket, a large-format rug is woven with a tairyobata design, the celebratory "big catch" fishing flags traditionally flown by Japanese fishing boats, and a multi-use toolbox is built to move between fishing trips, skate sessions, and DIY work. Together, the pieces are positioned to hold up anywhere from a home to a stage to a dock to the street.

That range is anchored by the collection's campaign, shot inside Tsukiji Market with real vendors and workers from the market standing in as models rather than professional talent. It's a choice that fits squarely into CFC's identity: a label built at the intersection of skate culture, surreal graphics, and a distinctly Japanese sense of irony, one that treats fishing less as a hobby reference and more as a personal ethos. Tsukiji itself carries its own weight here, having spent decades as Tokyo's largest wholesale fish market before operations shifted to Toyosu in 2018, leaving the original site's outer market to carry on as a still-thriving food and retail district. Setting the campaign there ties the collection's fishing-first philosophy directly to a place that has long embodied it.

Chaos Fishing Club's Fall/Winter 2026 collection drops September 20.

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The Spring/Summer 2027 season officially kicked off the global fashion calendar with Tokyo Fashion Week setting a surprisingly moody, autumn-leaning tone through dark palettes and structured menswear styling. Running from August 31 to September 5, the streets of the Japanese capital favored deep earth tones and complex multi-layering over conventional bright spring aesthetics.

Dark, earthy colors dominated the pavement throughout the week, with attendees leaning into head-to-toe black, deep brown, khaki, olive green, and dark burgundy accents. Male styling across the city heavily favored a minimalist chic approach, executed through monochrome all-black fits, sharp tailoring, and understated technical outerwear.

Proportions played a critical role in each look, as showgoers experimented with oversized silhouettes, dropped shoulders, and deliberately unbalanced layering. Outfits integrated heavy structural denim, relaxed culottes, utilitarian shirts, and subtle Y2K references. By stacking deconstructed outerwear over fluid mid-layers and wide-leg trousers, Tokyo's street style crowd demonstrated how to build depth through tone, texture, and silhouette without relying on loud branding.

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With another week upon us, we have yet another installment of our product drops series.

This week’s lineup of drops kicks off with Supreme teaming up with Japanese label A.PRESSE for a sophisticated, vintage-tailored take on New York streetwear, while Palace Skateboards delivers its sixth Fall 2026 installment focused on structured outerwear and durable material choices. Levi’s Japan and Barbour join forces on a highly limited "Re-Loved" capsule that masterfully upcycles vintage 501 jeans with classic waxed cotton, just as Maison Margiela rolls out its FW26 collection full of destroyed tapestries, fused tailcoats and fresh Tabi footwear. Graphic artist VERDY brings his signature characters to a highly exclusive Tokyo-based capsule alongside Mercedes-Benz, and Saturdays NYC reunites with Dickies to elevate classic blue-collar staples into tailored, garment-dyed trousers. Jakarta’s Ageless Galaxy looks to the natural world for its utility-minded POD 022 capsule, blending soft essentials with structured outerwear. Closing out the week, heritage denim pioneer Lee partners with Nigel Cabourn's OX'ed Silver line for a meticulously engineered workwear collection celebrating the 101st anniversary of the iconic "101" series.

Check out this week’s 8 drops you don’t want to miss below.

A.Presse x Supreme Collaboration

Supreme has tapped Japanese label A.Presse for a sophisticated Fall 2026 collaboration that elevates New York streetwear with meticulous, vintage-inspired tailoring. The capsule highlights A.Presse’s mastery of fabric degradation and classic silhouettes, delivering a co-branded range of perfectly faded denim, tailored wool overcoats, and premium everyday shirting. Merging underground skate culture with high-end Japanese craftsmanship, the collection offers a mature take on seasonal staples heavily rooted in archival Americana. The Supreme x A.Presse Fall 2026 collection releases globally on September 10 via Supreme’s physical chapter locations and webstore, followed by an Asia drop on September 12.

Palace Fall 2026 Drop 6

Palace Skateboards delivers its sixth installment of the Fall 2026 season, pivoting its focus toward transitional weather layering and bold, irreverent graphics. The release is anchored by a selection of heavyweight knitwear and technical zip-up fleeces, designed to combat the approaching autumn chill with functional streetwear styling. Fans can also expect a fresh lineup of the brand's signature Tri-Ferg graphic tees, relaxed denim cuts, and weather-resistant headwear options equipped with subtle reflective detailing. Palace’s Fall 2026 Drop 6 officially launches in-store and online on September 11 for the UK, Europe, and the US, with a subsequent release in Japan, China, Korea and Australia on September 12.

Levi’s x Barbour Re-Loved Capsule

Levi’s Japan and British heritage brand Barbour have joined forces for a sustainable "Re-Loved" capsule that masterfully collides waxed cotton with vintage denim. The highly limited collection upcycles deadstock Levi's denim and pre-owned Barbour jackets, splicing them together into unique, one-of-a-kind patchwork outerwear pieces built upon the iconic Bedale jacket silhouette. Rooted in environmentally conscious design and rugged utility, the collection celebrates the natural aging processes and durability of both signature materials. The Levi’s x Barbour Re-Loved capsule is scheduled for a mid-September 2026 release exclusively at select Levi's Japan flagships and Barbour retail locations.

Maison Margiela FW26 Campaign

Maison Margiela has released its FW26 campaign, continuing the house’s legacy of deconstructed luxury and avant-garde tailoring. The seasonal wardrobe strips back traditional garment construction, exposing raw seams, basting stitches, and reversed linings across sharp woolen coats and oversized draped suiting. Complementing the distressed, tactile knitwear and subversive outerwear is a fresh rotation of the brand's iconic split-toe Tabi footwear, updated in rich autumnal leathers and textured suede. The Maison Margiela FW26 collection is rolling out throughout September at global Maison Margiela boutiques and via the brand's official online store.

VERDY and Mercedes-Benz’s Studio-Exclusive Tokyo Capsule

Japanese graphic artist VERDY has teamed up with Mercedes-Benz for a highly exclusive capsule collection celebrating the automotive giant's Studio space in Tokyo. The collaboration seamlessly integrates VERDY's signature characters, Vick and Visty, alongside his distinct typography, directly intertwining them with the iconic three-pointed Mercedes-Benz star. The lifestyle range spans collaborative racing jackets, premium heavyweight hoodies, and automotive-inspired accessories designed for both streetwear aficionados and car enthusiasts. The VERDY x Mercedes-Benz capsule drops exclusively at the Mercedes-Benz Studio Tokyo location on September 12, 2026.

Saturdays NYC x Dickies FW26 Capsule

Bridging surf-city aesthetics with durable workwear, Saturdays NYC and Dickies have launched a refined collaborative capsule for Fall/Winter 2026. The collection elevates classic blue-collar staples, highlighted by a tailored reimagining of the iconic 874 work pant featuring a slightly relaxed drape and premium twill construction. The range is completed by matching chore coats and versatile transitional layers, all unified by clean lines, muted seasonal tones, and understated co-branding that fits effortlessly into a modern urban wardrobe. The Saturdays NYC x Dickies FW26 capsule will be available to purchase on September 15 through Saturdays NYC stores and its official e-commerce platform.

Ageless Galaxy's POD 022 Capsule

Jakarta-based streetwear imprint Ageless Galaxy continues its outer space-inspired narrative with the launch of its new POD 022 collection. Dedicated to the spirit of exploration and mental endurance, the drop serves up a comprehensive range of graphic-heavy apparel and functional everyday gear designed for inner-city commuting. Standout pieces include utilitarian cargo pants, technical windbreakers, and premium cotton tees adorned with bold, galactic typography and astronautical motifs. The Ageless Galaxy POD 022 capsule officially launches on September 18, 2026, and is available to shop directly through the brand's global webstore.

Lee x Nigel Cabourn OX’ed Silver collection

Heritage denim pioneer Lee has partnered with vintage military expert Nigel Cabourn to deliver the "OX'ed Silver" collection, a masterclass in archival workwear reproduction. Drawing deep inspiration from mid-century military uniforms and mid-western labor gear, the capsule features heavy selvedge denim, oversized coveralls, and rugged chore jackets. The collection is defined by its meticulous attention to historical detail, highlighted by oxidized silver hardware and custom aging techniques that give the garments an authentic, decades-old patina. The Lee x Nigel Cabourn "OX'ed Silver" collection releases on September 17, 2026, at Nigel Cabourn flagships and select global Lee stockists.

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For its tenth anniversary, Fashion Asia Hong Kong turned its 10 Asian Designers To Watch platform into something it had never been before: a runway. The debut 10 Asian Designers To Watch Fashion Show and Award Presentation Ceremony unfolded on September 3 alongside the Hong Kong Fashion Fest Gala, with a concurrent exhibition running through September 13 at Peak Galleria, and MEOVV's Gawon stepping out as a special guest in looks by winning labels DISAYA and LEJE. Behind the show sat ten designers from the Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong, Thailand, South Korea and the Philippines, each building a distinct language out of craft, memory and hard commercial math. Hypebeast sat down with all ten to hear how they got here.

Editor's note: The conversations with Chén Sifān, WMWM, NULLUS and SEAN SUEN were translated from Mandarin; those with Tigerstrolling and KINYAN LAM from Cantonese. Maligaya, DISAYA and NOVEL spoke in English, and LEJE responded in writing. Translated quotes are marked as such.

 

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Chén Sifān (Sifan Chen), Chinese Mainland

Sifan Chen starts with himself, drawing on the books he reads and fragments gathered while traveling. He is wary of designing for an international system and prefers to watch the street. "Street style reflects the mood of the whole society," he says (translated from Mandarin), describing the passersby he studies around Shanghai. That instinct for the everyday carries into his standout exhibition piece, a hand-woven denim jacket whose fiber, he explains, is actually cashmere and linen, woven by hand on old machines in Guizhou so it trades denim's usual stiffness for something soft and breathable. His hardest problem is getting buyers and clients to accept a high price, which he answers by walking them through where each piece comes from. Ask him what he wants five years out and he waves off grand ambitions, offering instead a wish "to show a more diverse Asian culture, rather than the fantasy of Asia or the East seen under a Western system" (translated from Mandarin). The line he still returns to came from Fabio Piras, his MA course leader at Central Saint Martins: "I need to trust my simplicity" (translated from Mandarin), he recalls, advice that taught him not to fear a clean silhouette.

DISAYA (Disaya Sorakraikitikul), Thailand

Disaya Sorakraikitikul always begins with a craft technique, then hunts for a new way to use it across a silhouette or a pattern. Culture, for her, is not something to copy. Translating it into fashion is "less about directly reproducing traditional motif," she says, and more about the emotion and patience behind the making. She is unbothered by the trend cycle: "We see trends as a conversation rather than a direction," she offers, framing craftsmanship as a way to slow fashion down. Gender is something she dissolves in the cloth itself, setting embroidery and lace against structured tailoring so a piece lands "delicate yet powerful, sensual yet structure." Her guiding belief is that "fashion should not define who you are, but give you the freedom to explore who you can be." What she brought to Hong Kong were her crystal macramé jeans, a best seller she keeps developing, in which hand-knitted macramé is fixed piece by piece onto denim; she wanted them to "feel effortless, versatile, and relevant across different gender and occasions." On the business, she is candid: "One of the greatest challenge is finding the right balance between the artistic and the commercial." In five years she hopes to be seen "not simply as a Thai brand, but as a brand with a distinct perspective." Her mentor, she says, was Louise Wilson at Central Saint Martins, "my greatest intellectual mentor," who taught her how to think.

KINYAN LAM (Kinyan Lam), Hong Kong

For Kinyan Lam, the trend question misses the point; what he watches is his customer. "Finding our target audience is more important than what's currently trending," he says (translated from Cantonese), reasoning that if his customers are not a young market, there is no sense chasing youth-coded fashion and losing the people he already has. Three years in, he is upfront that money comes first. "The first thing a brand must consider is whether you can sustain the business, and whether you can sustain it depends on cash flow," he explains (translated from Cantonese), which is why he keeps his focus on daily wear and holds back the dreamier art pieces until the supply chain is steady. That daily-wear priority is also personal: "I really want our clothes to maintain a close distance with people," he says (translated from Cantonese), describing a piece that looks plain from afar but reveals its color and detail up close. Pressed on who shaped the label, he points to the industry figures who helped a dyeing operation become a brand, naming Tasha of LABELHOOD and Judy of Joyce, whose feedback, he notes, was "very important for a brand" (translated from Cantonese) in refining how his clothes fit and where they source.

LEJE (Yangmo Je and Juhyeong Kang), South Korea

The South Korea duo behind LEJE start from the name itself, taken from the French word for "self," and light up when the talk turns to research. "We are habitual collectors of intriguing elements," they say, describing archives they crack open for each collection, many drawers still unopened. Heritage, to them, is a method and not a costume: "To us, tradition is a starting point, not a final destination," they explain, pushing mother-of-pearl inlay or metalwork through modern silhouettes. Their exhibition centerpiece belongs to the MEIN (美人) series, meaning "a beautiful person," and its Daenggi Dress reinterprets a ribbon once worn in the braided hair of unmarried women, running roughly ten meters and hand-beaded strand by strand with reimagined Joseon royal motifs. On the perennial tug between art and income, they keep it simple: "Striking a harmony between artistic originality and commercial practicality is essential." They make no claim to remake the region, hoping only to be known five years on for articulating Korean heritage in their own voice.

Maligaya Clothing Co. (Roko Arceo), The Philippines

Roko Arceo works backwards from fabric. "One of our brand core values is sustainability. So we start by sourcing the materials first," he says of a collection made largely of one-offs. He handles gender through sizing as much as cut: "All of our shirts start from XS to XL, meaning all of the women from XS or 2XS can wear some of our men's pieces," he explains, adding that he has been putting lace on men too. His exhibition work came out of a collection he calls "Found Treasures," antique doilies naturally dyed and coaxed into corals and sea creatures. The hardest part of it all, he admits, is the principle he refuses to drop: "Having a sustainable-centered brand is one of the hardest things to do as a fashion designer." His ambition is specific: "I hope in five years, Maligaya will start a conversation as to how we can be fashionable and sustainable at the same time." And when the talk turns to mentors, he points sideways, to the associates he mentors and learns from in return: "Shout out to Athena, Ashanti, and Dale."

NOVEL (Prince Padilla), The Philippines

Prince Padilla lets the material lead. "We're led by material research first and foremost; it dictates a lot of what I do," he says, tracing the instinct to a fine art background that came before any fashion training. Unisex design is simply his default, coming as he does from menswear: a garment, he shrugs, is "usually, it is really just a garment." For the exhibition he left an intensely embroidered look unlined on purpose, so the raw stitches and beadwork inside stay on show. His fine art past taught him to value what he leaves out, too: "It's often more important for me to tell people what we didn't do, as opposed to what we did." The label started almost by accident during the pandemic, which is why he is relaxed about the future, comfortably saying "we're not sure" even as he works to bring more contemporary design to Manila's young scene.

NULLUS (Li Gao, Yue Ming and Benjamin Tao), Chinese Mainland

The Chinese Mainland menswear team treat pop culture as a loop, digging for the older, classic idea beneath a passing fad before deciding whether it fits. Their take on gender is structural, softening the aggression built into menswear by relaxing shoulders and easing waistlines. For the show they gave two seasons, Fall/Winter 2026 and Spring/Summer 2027, to a rethink of the pocket, guided by a line they deliver without hesitation: "Fabric is like the skin of the clothing, the silhouette is the skeleton, and the pockets are like containers" (translated from Mandarin), reasoning that men, less likely to carry a bag, need them more. They are the most openly ambitious of the cohort. "I hope we can truly represent Asia and step onto the world stage," they say (translated from Mandarin), noting how rarely Chinese menswear gets there. Their lodestar is Rei Kawakubo, who they remember "is not interested in fashion; she is only interested in clothes that have never existed before" (translated from Mandarin).

SEAN SUEN (Sean Suen), Chinese Mainland

Sean Suen imagines a person and designs for them, asking what they read and where they have been. This season became "Daydream," and he tells its origin plainly: "It originates from an early summer afternoon when I was listening to Debussy's music and had a daydream" (translated from Mandarin). On heritage he is sharp about the easy route, insisting that "cultural background isn't just about superficial symbols; it's something you grow up with" (translated from Mandarin), which is why he steers clear of overtly ethnic work and treats trends as something to mine rather than follow. Creativity and commerce, he figures, keep testing one another over time, with the market eventually showing which ideas were built to last. What he wants most is to escape the label: "I don't want the brand to be pigeonholed," he says (translated from Mandarin), hoping a viewer will one day know a garment is his on sight.

Tigerstrolling (Tiger Chung & Tiger Chung), Hong Kong

The two Tigers behind the Hong Kong label insist they never sat down to make a gender statement; they build what feels sharp and let belonging follow. On the exhibition floor that meant collapsing a ballet tutu into a track outfit for one deadpan total look, the kind of high-low collision they call the whole point of the brand. They bristle at the idea that creativity and commerce are at odds: "You can be highly creative, but that item needs to be user-friendly and wearable, and then it's fine," they say (translated from Cantonese). Five years from now, they want the word "Tiger" to stand for a feeling words cannot quite catch. The lesson that stuck landed in Paris this past March, after their first ready-to-wear show, when Susie Bubble pulled them aside: "Tiger, you have a lot of creativity, but you really need to think about making a few more pieces that people actually want to own," they recall her saying (translated from Cantonese), a single sentence that changed how they run the label.

WMWM (Xiaolin Song), Chinese Mainland

Ten years into her Shanghai womenswear label, Xiaolin Song mixes the local and the imported without fuss, pairing British Fair Isle motifs with Chinese hot-fix rhinestones and handwork. On trends, she gives the bluntest answer of anyone: "We have always been a brand with an androgynous vintage style, with a bit of playfulness, and our brand is already ten years old," she says (translated from Mandarin), noting the look has barely moved. She made her genderless case on the runway by casting men in her florals, because "I feel that males wearing our florals actually give off a different kind of androgynous feel" (translated from Mandarin). Her start was unusually smooth, her graduate collection picked up by Lane Crawford through a designer support program, though she says the real challenge since has been material and the lived comfort of a garment as her direct-to-consumer side has grown.

Ten labels, five markets and no single house style, yet the through-line is unmistakable: a generation more interested in how a thing is made, and why, than in whatever the feed is chasing this week. The 10 Asian Designers To Watch Exhibition runs through September 13 at Peak Galleria, where the denim, the doilies, the pockets, the macramé and the ten-meter ribbon can be seen up close, exactly the way their makers intended.

Sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, and organised by Hong Kong Design Centre (HKDC), FASHION ASIA HONG KONG (Fashion Asia) has brought together design talent and industry leaders from across Asia, fostering innovation and supporting the development of the fashion industry, strengthen Hong Kong’s position as an international fashion hub. Fashion Asia is also one of the flagship programmes of the Hong Kong Fashion Fest. 

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HYKE SS27 debuts its first full menswear line alongside its latest womenswear collection.The range comprises tailored silhouettes, military-inspired outerwear and sheer layering.Collaborations include Baracuta jackets, BRIEFING modular totes, and footwear with FOOT THE COACHER, BEAUTIFUL SHOES, and Marbot.

HYKE’s Spring/Summer 2027 runway collection continues Hideaki Yoshihara and Yukiko Ode’s exploration of modernized vintage uniforms and workwear, this time marking the debut of a fully developed menswear line alongside womenswear. Distinctly engineered rather than simply upsized from womenswear, both lines share cohesive silhouettes and thematic codes while maintaining distinct tailoring and fits.

The season strikes a balance between sharp, elegant tailoring, voluminous drapes, utilitarian outerwear and delicate sheer layers rendered in a refined palette of dark blue, navy, indigo, black and beige. Key outerwear pieces draw directly from mid-century military equipment, including PERTEX® M-65 field jackets, M-48 fishtail parkas, and spring flight blousons inspired by the USAF CWU-36/P, CWU-106/P, and L-2A silhouettes.

Slit-sleeve double-breasted blazers and lapelless jackets add a modern edge, styled alongside ankle-cropped wool-mohair trousers and wide-leg M-51 Arctic-inspired drawstring pants. Light layers feature layered US Navy utility shirts, gradient-striped Basque sweaters, sheer knits, and heavy Tilden sweaters paired with sheer pleated skirts. The collection is further elevated by a collaboration with British heritage brand Baracuta, which reimagines the iconic G9 jacket and British Army Desert Storm Coat in high-density "Baracuta Cloth" lined with a custom beige and black Fraser Tartan.

The collection also introduces a series of collaborations that expand HYKE’s design language. A partnership with Baracuta reworks the iconic G9 jacket with a custom beige-and-black Fraser Tartan lining, echoed across shirting and dresses. Accessories include modular tote bags created with BRIEFING, featuring detachable pouches inspired by US Army ALICE packs, and jewelry developed with END CUSTOM JEWELLERS, transforming metal plates and chains into earrings, rings, and necklaces. Footwear collaborations span elegant tassel loafer slides and versatile Ghurka sandals by FOOT THE COACHER and BEAUTIFUL SHOES, alongside sneakers with Marbot, inspired by French Navy training shoes. With fabrics ranging from SOLOTEX® and taslan to sheer wool and crochet knits, and a palette of navy, indigo, black, and beige, HYKE SS27 presents a cohesive yet richly layered vision of contemporary uniform dressing.

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Acne Studios opens a new store in NYC’s Meatpacking District opposite the Whitney Museum.Designed by Halleroed, featuring pink granite, Max Lamb seating, and an Acne Paper library.The new store is now open, stocking the brand's SS26 and FW26 collections.

Acne Studios has opened its latest retail space in New York City's Meatpacking District, situated at a key cultural intersection adjacent to the High Line and directly opposite the Whitney Museum of Contemporary Art.

Designed by creative director Jonny Johansson in collaboration with long-time Swedish architecture firm Halleroed, the store features an expansive glass façade that offers seamless transparency into the space. The interiors are arranged in a grid, softened by furnishings that evoke intimacy and domestic comfort. Designer Max Lamb contributed undulating leather sofas and armchairs, complemented by wooden stools and daybeds arranged in casual gathering spots. Rough, flamed granite surfaces recall the district’s industrial past, while soft pink carpets add warmth.

The store also features an Acne Paper library, visible from the street, offering curated art and fashion titles alongside the latest edition of Acne Paper. Now opened, the Meatpacking location joins Acne Studios’ Greene Street flagship and will carry the brand’s SS26 and FW26 collections, spanning ready-to-wear, footwear and accessories.

Acne Studios Meatpacking
82 Gansevoort Street, New York,
NY 10014, USA

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The Weeknd is launching a Japan-exclusive “After Hours Til Dawn” CD collection and a Tokyo pop-up store ahead of his tour's return to JapanArtist Yoshitaka Amano created the cover artwork for all four works in the collection, which arrives physically on September 11The pop-up takes over three floors of Universal Japan's Harajuku flagship with exclusive merchandise, collaborations and store-only apparel

The Weeknd is bringing the “After Hours Til Dawn” CD Collection and a dedicated Tokyo pop-up store to Japan, timing both to the tour's return. The Japan-exclusive collection pairs with a three-story retail takeover, giving fans a physical release and a space built around it in one coordinated drop.

The collection is the centerpiece, and its headline draw is the artwork. World-renowned artist Yoshitaka Amano created the cover art for all four works in the set, lending the release a distinct visual identity. The physical collection arrives September 11, following a digital release on August 28, and includes a new version of "Out of Time" featuring Tomoko Aran. Beyond the CDs, the campaign extends to vinyl, with exclusive tour editions of The Weeknd's entire album discography pressed with Japanese obi strips, the collectible paper bands that have long distinguished Japanese record releases.

Located at Universal Japan's flagship, the store spreads across three floors and runs September 11 through 21. Inside, the draw is exclusivity: the store stocks never-before-seen tour merchandise, exclusive collaborations, and apparel available nowhere else. Both the CD collection and the obi-strip vinyl will be on sale there as well as at traditional music retailers, positioning the pop-up as the flagship destination for the launch without locking the music behind its doors.

“After Hours Til Dawn” Tokyo Pop-Up
1-20-6 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku
Tokyo 150-0001
Japan

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Maison Margiela debuts its FW26 "ANONYMITY" campaign starring Rebecca Hall in a psychological thriller trailer.Highlights fused Edwardian tailcoats, destroyed tapestries and vacuum-formed leather chain jewelry.The collection drops globally today in stores, online and via HBX.

Maison Margiela has unveiled its Fall/Winter 2026 campaign titled "ANONYMITY," framed as a trailer for a fictional psychological thriller starring British actress Rebecca Hall. Exploring the house's foundational theme of masked identity, the cinematic narrative follows Hall coming face-to-face with a masked doppelgänger wearing identical looks paired with unique Artisanal masks created in the Paris atelier. Drawing inspiration from the atmosphere of the house's FW26 Shanghai show - where models navigated stacked shipping containers in flea-market-inspired attire - the campaign leans into Margiela’s long-standing cinematic language to challenge notions of self and character.

The accompanying collection introduces a complex study in material transformation, featuring Edwardian silhouettes, destroyed tapestries, second-skin jersey pairings, and fused garments with intentionally unrefined, excess fabric. Standout pieces include fluid shift dresses in furniture-style tapestry, Bianchetto white-painted cracked skirts, chopped-off tailcoats, and intentionally ill-fitted, nibbled knitwear. The footwear line updates the signature Tabi in floral tapestry prints alongside the second-skin Tabi Claw, while leather goods debut the new Link bag - inspired by archival round vintage coin purses - alongside vacuum-formed leather chain jewelry and ceramic-corner Box bags.

The Maison Margiela FW26 collection releases globally today
online, across flagship boutiques and authorized retailers such as HBX.

 

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UNIQLO and KAWS return with KAWS UNIVERSE, a new UT collection built around the message "We are better together"The lineup introduces new characters inspired by the Earth, Moon and Sun, appearing alongside KAWS's signature COMPANION across adult and kids' sizesThe collaboration includes plush charms for the first time, expanding the partnership beyond its established graphic apparel

UNIQLO and KAWS have launched KAWS UNIVERSE, a new UT collection that pushes the artist's long-running relationship with the retailer into fresh territory. Built on the message "We are better together," the collection pairs KAWS's instantly recognizable COMPANION with a set of newly created characters and, for the first time, folds plush charms into the mix.KAWS and UNIQLO have been collaborators for years, and the UT platform has been the vehicle for some of the most widely worn KAWS graphics in the world, translating a fine-art practice rooted in figures like COMPANION into accessible everyday apparel. KAWS UNIVERSE continues that lineage while adding to the cast. For this collection, the artist created new characters inspired by the universal motifs of the Earth, Moon and Sun, designed to read as familiar across borders, cultures and generations and to express feelings of hope, warmth and human connection.The execution stays true to the graphic-forward approach that has defined the collaboration. T-shirts and sweatshirts carry playful graphics featuring COMPANION and the new characters, while KAWS's distinctive "XX" motif appears through subtle detailing and embroidery rather than bold placement. The collection spans both adult and kids' sizes, keeping with UNIQLO's framing of the range as something for people of all ages.The most notable expansion is the introduction of plush charms, the first time charms have featured in a KAWS collaboration with UNIQLO. Designed to embody the "We are better together" concept, the charms let wearers carry a piece of the KAWS UNIVERSE with them, extending the collection past the tees and sweatshirts that have historically anchored these drops. Speaking on the launch, KAWS said: "I'm excited to launch my next collection with UNIQLO, featuring new characters inspired by universal symbols like the Earth, Moon, and Sun—things we all live under and share—celebrating what brings us together."The KAWS UNIVERSE collection launches September 14 at all UNIQLO stores and online.

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UNIQLO and KAWS return with KAWS UNIVERSE, a new UT collection built around the message "We are better together"The lineup introduces new characters inspired by the Earth, Moon and Sun, appearing alongside KAWS's signature COMPANION across adult and kids' sizesThe collaboration includes plush charms for the first time, expanding the partnership beyond its established graphic apparel

UNIQLO and KAWS have launched KAWS UNIVERSE, a new UT collection that pushes the artist's long-running relationship with the retailer into fresh territory. Built on the message "We are better together," the collection pairs KAWS's instantly recognizable COMPANION with a set of newly created characters and, for the first time, folds plush charms into the mix.

KAWS and UNIQLO have been collaborators for years, and the UT platform has been the vehicle for some of the most widely worn KAWS graphics in the world, translating a fine-art practice rooted in figures like COMPANION into accessible everyday apparel. KAWS UNIVERSE continues that lineage while adding to the cast. For this collection, the artist created new characters inspired by the universal motifs of the Earth, Moon and Sun, designed to read as familiar across borders, cultures and generations and to express feelings of hope, warmth and human connection.

The execution stays true to the graphic-forward approach that has defined the collaboration. T-shirts and sweatshirts carry playful graphics featuring COMPANION and the new characters, while KAWS's distinctive "XX" motif appears through subtle detailing and embroidery rather than bold placement. The collection spans both adult and kids' sizes, keeping with UNIQLO's framing of the range as something for people of all ages.

The most notable expansion is the introduction of plush charms, the first time charms have featured in a KAWS collaboration with UNIQLO. Designed to embody the "We are better together" concept, the charms let wearers carry a piece of the KAWS UNIVERSE with them, extending the collection past the tees and sweatshirts that have historically anchored these drops. Speaking on the launch, KAWS said: "I'm excited to launch my next collection with UNIQLO, featuring new characters inspired by universal symbols like the Earth, Moon, and Sun—things we all live under and share—celebrating what brings us together."

The KAWS UNIVERSE collection launches September 14 at all UNIQLO stores and online.

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Ageless Galaxy has unveiled POD 022, a collection that draws its ideas from small observations in the natural worldThe lineup swings between soft lightweight pieces and structured, utility-minded silhouettesFunctional pocket detailing and an upgraded fabric approach carry the collection's practical streak into its look

Ageless Galaxy has introduced POD 022, the Jakarta label's latest collection, built on the quiet lessons the brand finds in nature and the idea that growth starts with what a person chooses to notice and carry forward. Referencing the sunflower turning toward light, the hibiscus blooming across seasons and the ladybug's individuality, the collection frames those observations as a foundation shaped by curiosity, optimism, functionality and considered design.In practice, that concept resolves into a wardrobe that moves between two registers. On one side sit softer, lightweight pieces; on the other, more structured silhouettes with a clear utilitarian bent. The tension between the two is where the collection does its work, letting the same nature-led idea read as both relaxed and purpose-built depending on the garment.The outerwear leans hardest into function. Jackets take on a stronger utility-driven character through functional pocket details and a more considered construction, treating storage and build as design features rather than afterthoughts. The shorts approach the same functional language from a more playful angle, working in multiple pockets and unexpected pocket configurations that fold practicality into the visual identity of the piece.Ageless Galaxy points to an upgraded approach to fabric and material selection, concentrating on texture, weight and performance to give each piece a more distinctive tactile quality. The aim, per the brand, is to make every garment feel deliberate and suited to everyday wear, extending the collection's stated invitation to stay curious and keep turning toward the light.POD 022 releases online on September 9 at AGLXY.

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Ageless Galaxy has unveiled POD 022, a collection that draws its ideas from small observations in the natural worldThe lineup swings between soft lightweight pieces and structured, utility-minded silhouettesFunctional pocket detailing and an upgraded fabric approach carry the collection's practical streak into its look

Ageless Galaxy has introduced POD 022, the Jakarta label's latest collection, built on the quiet lessons the brand finds in nature and the idea that growth starts with what a person chooses to notice and carry forward. Referencing the sunflower turning toward light, the hibiscus blooming across seasons and the ladybug's individuality, the collection frames those observations as a foundation shaped by curiosity, optimism, functionality and considered design.

In practice, that concept resolves into a wardrobe that moves between two registers. On one side sit softer, lightweight pieces; on the other, more structured silhouettes with a clear utilitarian bent. The tension between the two is where the collection does its work, letting the same nature-led idea read as both relaxed and purpose-built depending on the garment.

The outerwear leans hardest into function. Jackets take on a stronger utility-driven character through functional pocket details and a more considered construction, treating storage and build as design features rather than afterthoughts. The shorts approach the same functional language from a more playful angle, working in multiple pockets and unexpected pocket configurations that fold practicality into the visual identity of the piece.

Ageless Galaxy points to an upgraded approach to fabric and material selection, concentrating on texture, weight and performance to give each piece a more distinctive tactile quality. The aim, per the brand, is to make every garment feel deliberate and suited to everyday wear, extending the collection's stated invitation to stay curious and keep turning toward the light.

POD 022 releases online on September 9 at AGLXY.

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Acne Studios celebrates its 30th anniversary by returning to its foundational material: denim.Photographer Nan Goldin shot the brand's creative community wearing current, archival, and re-edition denim pieces spanning three decades.The anniversary collection features re-editions like the 1996 straight-leg, the 2009 bootcut style, and a denim jacket, each in raw and worn washes, available now in stores and online.

To mark their 30th anniversary, Acne Studios returns to the brand’s foundational material — denim. ‘Denim is the perfect canvas. We’re rooted in it. It’s a material of today that also ages and becomes something else through its story. Denim personalises itself through wear — it becomes yours’, stated the co-founder and creative director of Acne Studios, Jonny Johansson. To celebrate, Acne Studios tapped legendary American photographer and activist Nan Goldin, turning the lens on Acne Studios’ multidisciplinary family of creatives, featuring musician Ellie Rowsell, model and photographer Guinevere Van Seenus, artist Jonathan Lyndon Chase, photographer Jordan Hemingway, actor and musician Juliette Lewis, artist Peter Schlesinger, actor and model Raya Martigny, actor Rila Fukushima, and artist Sandra Poulson. Goldin captures the Acne Studios family wearing a mix of current, archive, and re-editions of emblematic denim styles spanning the last 30 years, highlighting the brand’s founding spirit: one of free expression, creative experimentation, and proud individuality.The 30th-anniversary capsule collection of re-edition denim includes the 1996; the latest slim, low-rise cut, the 2009; a bootcut style, and a denim jacket, each coming in two washes; pristine raw denim, and pairs that appear to have lived through 30 years of wash and wear. The collection is now available in international stores and at acnestudios.com.

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Acne Studios celebrates its 30th anniversary by returning to its foundational material: denim.Photographer Nan Goldin shot the brand's creative community wearing current, archival, and re-edition denim pieces spanning three decades.The anniversary collection features re-editions like the 1996 straight-leg, the 2009 bootcut style, and a denim jacket, each in raw and worn washes, available now in stores and online.

To mark their 30th anniversary, Acne Studios returns to the brand’s foundational material — denim. ‘Denim is the perfect canvas. We’re rooted in it. It’s a material of today that also ages and becomes something else through its story. Denim personalises itself through wear — it becomes yours’, stated the co-founder and creative director of Acne Studios, Jonny Johansson. 

To celebrate, Acne Studios tapped legendary American photographer and activist Nan Goldin, turning the lens on Acne Studios’ multidisciplinary family of creatives, featuring musician Ellie Rowsell, model and photographer Guinevere Van Seenus, artist Jonathan Lyndon Chase, photographer Jordan Hemingway, actor and musician Juliette Lewis, artist Peter Schlesinger, actor and model Raya Martigny, actor Rila Fukushima, and artist Sandra Poulson. Goldin captures the Acne Studios family wearing a mix of current, archive, and re-editions of emblematic denim styles spanning the last 30 years, highlighting the brand’s founding spirit: one of free expression, creative experimentation, and proud individuality.

The 30th-anniversary capsule collection of re-edition denim includes the 1996; the latest slim, low-rise cut, the 2009; a bootcut style, and a denim jacket, each coming in two washes; pristine raw denim, and pairs that appear to have lived through 30 years of wash and wear. The collection is now available in international stores and at acnestudios.com.

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SummaryKris Van Assche is relaunching his namesake label by mid-September, over a decade after closing it in 2015.The new collection will feature roughly 40 men’s and women’s styles crafted from high-quality deadstock fabrics.Kris Van Assche is officially reviving his namesake label more than a decade after shuttering it in 2015. Revealed last week in an interview with WWD, the Belgian designer is making his long-awaited return, reintroducing his modern, tailored aesthetic with a conscious approach to production.In an Instagram post last week, Van Assche shared the news: “After KRISVANASSCHE, Dior and Berluti; after expanding my work into design objects for Serax, bronze sculptures with Downtown Gallery and collaborations with Anta and Fred Perry, it felt like the right moment for a profoundly personal expression of fashion again.”According to WWD, the forthcoming collection includes “roughly 40 styles,” including “jackets, shirts, trousers, skirts, dresses and knitwear,” across both Men’s and Women’s. Further, Van Assche shared that the “concentrated selection of pieces” would utilize high-quality deadstock fabrics and be produced in smaller quantities.The Belgian designer originally put his label on pause during his tenure as creative director of Dior Homme from 2007 to 2018. Following Dior, Van Assche succeeded Haider Ackermann at Berluti, where he served as creative director until 2021. Since then, the designer has expanded his breadth with a debut at Milan Design Week 2026, including a Serax collection and a collection of bronze sculptures.Kris Van Assche’s first collection after the relaunch is expected to arrive on the official Kris Van Assche web store by mid-to-late September. 

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• Kris Van Assche is relaunching his namesake label by mid-September, over a decade after closing it in 2015.

• The new collection will feature roughly 40 men’s and women’s styles crafted from high-quality deadstock fabrics.

Kris Van Assche is officially reviving his namesake label more than a decade after shuttering it in 2015. Revealed last week in an interview with WWD, the Belgian designer is making his long-awaited return, reintroducing his modern, tailored aesthetic with a conscious approach to production.

In an Instagram post last week, Van Assche shared the news: “After KRISVANASSCHE, Dior and Berluti; after expanding my work into design objects for Serax, bronze sculptures with Downtown Gallery and collaborations with Anta and Fred Perry, it felt like the right moment for a profoundly personal expression of fashion again.”

According to WWD, the forthcoming collection includes “roughly 40 styles,” including “jackets, shirts, trousers, skirts, dresses and knitwear,” across both Men’s and Women’s. Further, Van Assche shared that the “concentrated selection of pieces” would utilize high-quality deadstock fabrics and be produced in smaller quantities.

The Belgian designer originally put his label on pause during his tenure as creative director of Dior Homme from 2007 to 2018. Following Dior, Van Assche succeeded Haider Ackermann at Berluti, where he served as creative director until 2021. Since then, the designer has expanded his breadth with a debut at Milan Design Week 2026, including a Serax collection and a collection of bronze sculptures.

Kris Van Assche’s first collection after the relaunch is expected to arrive on the official Kris Van Assche web store by mid-to-late September.

 

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After offering a first glimpse at the LUAR x Lunazul Tequila capsule with a dynamic campaign shot between the streets of NYC and a field of agave, designer Raul Lopez exclusively took Hypebeast behind the design, talking through his approach to fusing their worlds and the partners’ shared dedication to craftsmanship.The highly-limited collection is tied together by the innovative use of agave leather, bringing Lunazul’s craftsmanship into the fold with LUAR’s sartorial, city aesthetic. During the creative process, the Brooklyn native stepped away from the hustle and bustle of NYC, visiting an authentic agave farm to get a hands-on understanding of the material from seed to sewing machine. “It gave me a lot of insight into what these agave plants can actually create, not just tequila, but other sustainable materials,” he said.After the trip, Lopez reflected on their shared philosophy: “Craftsmanship is a huge part of it, especially the small details people might not immediately notice. With Lunazul, people don't always see the meticulous work that goes into making the tequila itself. You don't necessarily see the intricate details of how these pieces are created at first glance; you have to really zoom in to appreciate them.”Speaking to the innovative textile, Lopez mused, “Taking an iconic plant like agave, turning it into vegan leather, and making it suitable for everyday wear is incredible to me.” Featured in a two-piece jacket-and-shorts set and a basketball-shaped handbag, the plant-based leather not only serves as a tangible link between the craftsmanship of tequila and textiles but also as a bold pop of color. Lunazul’s signature blue hue is a gentle reminder of the brand name’s etymology and the inspiration both labels draw from the moon. “The moon brings people together,” Lopez mused. “With Lunazul meaning 'blue moon’ [Spanish] and 'Luar' in Galician and Portuguese meaning ‘moonlight’, both play into each other. We both have a sense of community, ritual, gathering, and culture,” the designer added.“I wanted to create an everyday uniform,” he explained as he walked through the final design. “It couldn't get more New York! The hat, the jean jacket, the shorts, and the bag — it's heavily inspired by '90s hip-hop culture in the city.” Indeed, the silhouettes stay in tune with his hometown’s easy-but-elevated approach to everyday style, while leaning into a nocturnal mood with deep black denim and hints of blue.For this particular look, Lopez wanted to convey the atmosphere of the nighttime: “The all-black elements represent the dark, and the hits of blue represent how the moon stands out in the sky.” Emphasizing the importance of NYC nightlife to LUAR as a brand, he added, “I get all my juices and inspo from the night.” Similarly, Lunazul’s product is tied to nightlife in its own way, representing a staple of after-hours celebrations and intimate gatherings. Speaking to the tequila’s ubiquity, Lopez confidently said, “I drink tequila. It's my go-to.”In both its essence and its literal spelling, LUAR is an intentional reflection of who the designer is. In his view, cultivating LUAR shares certain parallels with Lunazul’s agave growing heritage: “You have to give it sun. You have to give it water. You have to give it life. And same with the brand.” Much like how an agave plant may require up to a decade of nourishment before harvest, Lopez has been dedicated to building the world of LUAR since 2011, and it's the collaborators’ commitment to the creative process that binds their distinct crafts.The LUAR x Lunazul Tequila capsule will have an official debut at LUAR’s SS27 runway show on September 14 during New York Fashion Week.

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After offering a first glimpse at the LUAR x Lunazul Tequila capsule with a dynamic campaign shot between the streets of NYC and a field of agave, designer Raul Lopez exclusively took Hypebeast behind the design, talking through his approach to fusing their worlds and the partners’ shared dedication to craftsmanship.

The highly-limited collection is tied together by the innovative use of agave leather, bringing Lunazul’s craftsmanship into the fold with LUAR’s sartorial, city aesthetic. During the creative process, the Brooklyn native stepped away from the hustle and bustle of NYC, visiting an authentic agave farm to get a hands-on understanding of the material from seed to sewing machine. “It gave me a lot of insight into what these agave plants can actually create, not just tequila, but other sustainable materials,” he said.

After the trip, Lopez reflected on their shared philosophy: “Craftsmanship is a huge part of it, especially the small details people might not immediately notice. With Lunazul, people don't always see the meticulous work that goes into making the tequila itself. You don't necessarily see the intricate details of how these pieces are created at first glance; you have to really zoom in to appreciate them.”

Speaking to the innovative textile, Lopez mused, “Taking an iconic plant like agave, turning it into vegan leather, and making it suitable for everyday wear is incredible to me.” Featured in a two-piece jacket-and-shorts set and a basketball-shaped handbag, the plant-based leather not only serves as a tangible link between the craftsmanship of tequila and textiles but also as a bold pop of color. Lunazul’s signature blue hue is a gentle reminder of the brand name’s etymology and the inspiration both labels draw from the moon. “The moon brings people together,” Lopez mused. “With Lunazul meaning 'blue moon’ [Spanish] and 'Luar' in Galician and Portuguese meaning ‘moonlight’, both play into each other. We both have a sense of community, ritual, gathering, and culture,” the designer added.

“I wanted to create an everyday uniform,” he explained as he walked through the final design. “It couldn't get more New York! The hat, the jean jacket, the shorts, and the bag — it's heavily inspired by '90s hip-hop culture in the city.” Indeed, the silhouettes stay in tune with his hometown’s easy-but-elevated approach to everyday style, while leaning into a nocturnal mood with deep black denim and hints of blue.

For this particular look, Lopez wanted to convey the atmosphere of the nighttime: “The all-black elements represent the dark, and the hits of blue represent how the moon stands out in the sky.” Emphasizing the importance of NYC nightlife to LUAR as a brand, he added, “I get all my juices and inspo from the night.” Similarly, Lunazul’s product is tied to nightlife in its own way, representing a staple of after-hours celebrations and intimate gatherings. Speaking to the tequila’s ubiquity, Lopez confidently said, “I drink tequila. It's my go-to.”

In both its essence and its literal spelling, LUAR is an intentional reflection of who the designer is. In his view, cultivating LUAR shares certain parallels with Lunazul’s agave growing heritage: “You have to give it sun. You have to give it water. You have to give it life. And same with the brand.” Much like how an agave plant may require up to a decade of nourishment before harvest, Lopez has been dedicated to building the world of LUAR since 2011, and it's the collaborators’ commitment to the creative process that binds their distinct crafts.

The LUAR x Lunazul Tequila capsule will have an official debut at LUAR’s SS27 runway show on September 14 during New York Fashion Week.

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Brand Information: Beautiful People is a Japanese fashion brand founded in 2007 by Hidenori Kumakiri. Driven by the brand philosophy of “Everything is beautiful”, each design embraces diversity and everyday beauty in the world. Merging traditional craftsmanship with innovative design, unique silhouettes and premium materials, the brand explores true beauty that celebrates individuality and defies convention.Price Range: $235.00 USD - $1,490.00 USDWhere to Buy: Available now on HBX

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• Brand Information: Beautiful People is a Japanese fashion brand founded in 2007 by Hidenori Kumakiri. Driven by the brand philosophy of “Everything is beautiful”, each design embraces diversity and everyday beauty in the world. Merging traditional craftsmanship with innovative design, unique silhouettes and premium materials, the brand explores true beauty that celebrates individuality and defies convention.
• Price Range: $235.00 USD - $1,490.00 USD
• Where to Buy: Available now on HBX

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Saturdays NYC and Dickies reunite to merge tough workwear utility with refined coastal streetwear aesthetics.Key silhouettes feature modified Double Knee Work Pants and clean, tailored slacks-style trousers.Releasing via Saturdays NYC flagships and webstore starting September 11.

Dickies and Saturdays NYC reunite for a FW26 capsule that continues their shared exploration of workwear and urban refinement. The new drop builds on the partnership’s SS26 release, which modernized Dickies’ rugged DNA with Saturdays NYC’s metropolitan aesthetic.This season, the focus is on two key styles: the 875 Slacks, featuring a clean, straight silhouette that leans into a refined, city-ready look, and the 873 Slim Fit Work Pants, which reinterpret Dickies’ classic workwear cut with a sleeker profile. Garment-dyed treatments, subtle pleating, and refined waistband constructions bring a soft, lived-in feel to Dickies’ structured TC twill fabrics. The Dickies x Saturdays NYC collection is scheduled to release via Saturdays NYC retail locations and online at saturdaysnyc.com.

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Saturdays NYC and Dickies reunite to merge tough workwear utility with refined coastal streetwear aesthetics.Key silhouettes feature modified Double Knee Work Pants and clean, tailored slacks-style trousers.Releasing via Saturdays NYC flagships and webstore starting September 11.

Dickies and Saturdays NYC reunite for a FW26 capsule that continues their shared exploration of workwear and urban refinement. The new drop builds on the partnership’s SS26 release, which modernized Dickies’ rugged DNA with Saturdays NYC’s metropolitan aesthetic.

This season, the focus is on two key styles: the 875 Slacks, featuring a clean, straight silhouette that leans into a refined, city-ready look, and the 873 Slim Fit Work Pants, which reinterpret Dickies’ classic workwear cut with a sleeker profile. Garment-dyed treatments, subtle pleating, and refined waistband constructions bring a soft, lived-in feel to Dickies’ structured TC twill fabrics. The Dickies x Saturdays NYC collection is scheduled to release via Saturdays NYC retail locations and online at saturdaysnyc.com.

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Persol partners with typewriter pioneer Olivetti on the limited-edition PO3416V optical frame.It features Lettera 22-inspired engravings, red temple tips, and custom metallic hardware.Available via Persol flagships and persol.com, priced at $562 USD.

Italian eyewear house Persol has joined forces with iconic typewriter manufacturer Olivetti to release the limited-edition PO3416V optical frame. Celebrating a shared heritage of Italian industrial design and tactile precision, the collaboration reimagines a classic oval silhouette through subtle, mechanical design cues. Crafted from premium handmade cotton acetate, the optical frame features a metal nose bridge detailed with intricate radial engravings that mirror the internal mechanics of Marcello Nizzoli’s historic 1950 Lettera 22 typewriter. Persol's signature Meflecto flexible stem system and iconic Arrow hinge are subtly customized, incorporating Olivetti's "O" insignia alongside metallic accents reminiscent of typewriter keys.The PO3416V model is offered in timeless Black, classic Havana and a special Brown Gradient (1259) colorway. Intricate brand details continue along the inner temple, which is stamped with the original Lettera 22 logo, while the temple tips feature a protective rubber sheath finished with a striking red accent inspired by the typewriter's ribbon. Complete with custom collector's packaging, the Persol x Olivetti PO3416V limited-edition eyeglasses are available now through Persol flagship boutiques and online, priced at $562 USD.

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Persol partners with typewriter pioneer Olivetti on the limited-edition PO3416V optical frame.It features Lettera 22-inspired engravings, red temple tips, and custom metallic hardware.Available via Persol flagships and persol.com, priced at $562 USD.

Italian eyewear house Persol has joined forces with iconic typewriter manufacturer Olivetti to release the limited-edition PO3416V optical frame. Celebrating a shared heritage of Italian industrial design and tactile precision, the collaboration reimagines a classic oval silhouette through subtle, mechanical design cues. Crafted from premium handmade cotton acetate, the optical frame features a metal nose bridge detailed with intricate radial engravings that mirror the internal mechanics of Marcello Nizzoli’s historic 1950 Lettera 22 typewriter. Persol's signature Meflecto flexible stem system and iconic Arrow hinge are subtly customized, incorporating Olivetti's "O" insignia alongside metallic accents reminiscent of typewriter keys.

The PO3416V model is offered in timeless Black, classic Havana and a special Brown Gradient (1259) colorway. Intricate brand details continue along the inner temple, which is stamped with the original Lettera 22 logo, while the temple tips feature a protective rubber sheath finished with a striking red accent inspired by the typewriter's ribbon. Complete with custom collector's packaging, the Persol x Olivetti PO3416V limited-edition eyeglasses are available now through Persol flagship boutiques and online, priced at $562 USD.

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