...and other fashion news you missed
In 2014, Helmut Lang paid homage to the reverse cowboy (figuratively speaking) by printing a t-shirt with the word “cowboy” emblazoned in back-to-front lettering. That stroke of irreverence (which now goes for hundreds of pounds on resell sites) also happened to be the starting point for the brand’s AW23 collection, which conjureed the spirit of the wild west in bell bottoms, greasy shearling jackets, and harnesses. Presented within a one-off exhibition curated by Antwaun Sargent, the Gagosian director invited a slew of artists to reinterpret the cultural symbolism of the cowboy. That loaded icon, synonymous with heroism, masculinity, and colonialism, is being reconsidered by Awol Erizku, Daniel Obasi, Justen Leroy, Turiya Adkins, Devin B Johnson, and Quay Quinn Wolf at the Hannah Traore Gallery in New York until February 23.
In other fashion news this week, Copenhagen Fashion Week came to a close, while Son Heung-Min was announced as the face of adidas’ new Sportswear imprint, and Phoebe Philo set a date for her big fashion comeback. Cardi B offered to save celebrities from their dire red-carpet looks, Quil Lemons released his first fashion collection, and Balenciaga outlined its partnership with the National Children Alliance. Elsewhere, Kendrick, Doja Cat, and Tems came out hot in British designers at the Grammys, while Shygirl and John Glacier fronted Burberry’s first campaign under Daniel Lee. For everything else you may have missed, click through the gallery below.
GIVENCHY’S GOT A NEW BOYFRIEND…
There was a Big Bang at Givenchy this week, as Matthew M Williams tapped up band member Taeyang to become the latest ambassador of the Parisian house. Expect to see him sat front row at the designer’s upcoming AW23 womenswear show, which lands on the PFW schedule later this month.
… WHILE JIMMY CHOO GOES PUBLIC WITH SAILOR MOON
Not all collabs are created equally! For every damp, dismal fashion squib comes a bonafide grail, and this week, that takes the form of a new partnership between Jimmy Choo and iconic anime girlie Sailor Moon. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the collection lands as part of a cute pop-up at London’s Selfridges on February 14.
LEVI’S CELEBRATES ITS 150TH
2023 marks 150 years since Levi’s classic jean, the 501, has been kitting out denim aficionados across the globe. The San Francisco-based label is obviously down to celebrate, with a series of events, launches, and activations planned throughout the year. First up is new campaign The Greatest Story Ever Worn, which traces tales of the signature style and the pioneers and changemakers that wore them. The first three films – Precious Cargo, Fair Exchange, and Legends Never Die – land in Jamaica and Georgia, before ending up with a man who insisted on being buried in his favourite pair.
Courtesy of Miu MiuLILA AVILES IS THE NEW MIU MIU WOMEN’S TALES DIRECTOR
Miu Miu continues its commitment to championing female filmmakers, announcing this week that the latest chapter of its Women’s Tales series has been brought to life by Mexican director Lila Aviles. Eye Two Times Mouth gets its debut next week on Miu Miu’s digital channels, as well as chin-strokey art house cinema hub Mubi, with the Italian house joining forces with Dazed for a series of celebratory panels and talks.
RIMOWA GETS THE PALACE TREATMENT
It’s time to crack open the piggy bank and shovel out all that pea the label told you to saveth, as Palace announces a brand new collab with chic travel brand Rimowa. With a graphic suitcase, a brushed metal skate deck, and a packet of stickers on the line-up, don’t wait if you want to get your hands on the All About Mobility collection.
ADIDAS TAKES JAMAICA TO PECKHAM
At a loss for something fun to do this weekend? adidas Originals has you covered, as it takes over Jumbi Peckham to celebrate the launch of Grace Wales Bonner’s Jamaican football kit. Going on all day Saturday, there will be art workshops, a nail bar, Jamaican food, football, and music performances, as well as talks on the significance of Jamaican culture in football.
A BETTER MISTAKE HAS BEEN TO BERLIN BEFORE
Someone call 999999999!!!! There’s been another collab!! This week, Milanese label A Better Mistake announced it would be linking up with the head-splitting techno duo otherwise known as 999999999. An oversized, screen-printed t-shirt will be the first in an ongoing exchange between the two parties, with additional artwork from running.files (another long-standing collaborator in the ABM world). Click here to see more.