This week in fashion, France introduced a high-tech, shape-shifting mannequin, Kaia Gerber and Karl Lagerfeld declared a capsule set and VAMFF started its futuristic 2018 program. Locate these stories and more as we show this week’s leading global fashion news.
Kim Jones Departs Louis Vuitton
This week, the man responsible for the explosive Louis Vuitton x Supreme collaboration bid farewell to the luxury fashion house. By 2011 before this Thursday, Kim Jones reinvigorated Louis Vuitton throughout his role as menswear artistic manager. It was, therefore, fitting that his final series for the house, presented in the Palais-Royal at Paris, showcased the best of their best. Accordingly, despite the fact that the show focused on menswear, supermodels Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell made a surprise appearance. Following a stunning series, which presented the masterful fusion of classic, luxury tailoring with adventurous hiking apparel, Moss and Campbell strutted the runway at a final farewell to Jones. Commenting on the series, Moss concluded, “it was amazing — of course! However, it always is.”
Though his tenure at Louis Vuitton might have come to an end, fans of Kim Jones don’t fear, since the designer isn’t leaving the fashion world just yet. Although his next move hasn’t yet been declared, it’s theorized that we might be seeing him take the lead at Versace or Burberry in the not too distant future. Watch this space.
A super finale. @MrKimJones, Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss on the runway at his final show for #LouisVuitton. See the #LVMenFW18 Show now on Instagram Live and at louisvuitton.com.
Kaia Gerber Shows Upcoming Capsule Collection with Karl Lagerfeld
There was Tommy and Gigi. Now, there is Karl and Kaia. Together with the announcement of an upcoming capsule collection with style celebrity, Karl Lagerfeld, Kaia Gerber has secured her position as fashion’s one to watch. Like the world has recently found, Cindy Crawford’s look-a-like daughter is grown up. At sweet 16, Kaia has already walked her very first leading period of catwalks. Having appeared on runways like Prada, Saint Laurent, Versace and Chanel, the gorgeous brunette gets got the press buzzing in the possibility of a fresh supermodel generation.
After this achievement, Kaia and Karl Lagerfeld have declared a highly expected accessory and ready-to-wear capsule set. Set to launch internationally in September, the collection is expected to blend Karl’s Parisian chic aesthetic with Kaia’s West Coast cool fashion.
#KARLLAGERFELD is proud to announce it’s partnering with the most-wanted model @kaiagerber, to introduce the “KARL LAGERFELD x KAIA” capsule collection in Fall 2018. Stay tuned…
VAMFF Launches Futuristic 2018 App
The yearly Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival (VAMFF) is renowned as a showcase of style’s most innovative and forward-thinking talents. This season is no exception. The subject of the festival’s 22nd year investigates ‘Fashion, Future and Technology.’ In accordance with festival CEO, Graeme Lewsey, “the future is now and the fashion market is in an exciting state of revolution.” Therefore, from March 1st — 18th, Melbourne will play host to a larger than ever program of events.
Returning to the decadent Royal Exhibition Building, VAMFF’s 2018 introduction of 19 additional runways means more fashion than previously. Festival runway highlights include the always popular Gala Runway, on Monday, March 5th. As always, this event boasts the largest line-up of both International and Australian designers. Moreover, the brand new Exclusive Luxury Bridal Runway on Wednesday, March 7th is an adventure not to be overlooked.
By March 5th before March 10th, The Plaza will reunite once again to the Royal Exhibition Building. There, guests can sip on cocktails at one of the many exclusive bars or like a post-show feed at the festival newcomer, Mr Miyagi. As fashion sweeps the city of Melbourne, VAMFF’s Arts and Ideas Program will welcome speakers such as ‘Big Little Lies’ author, Liane Moriarty, Harper’s Bazaar’s Editor in Chief, Kellie Hush, in addition to many more talents to the point.
View VAMFF 2018’s entire app here and head over to their website to secure your tickets into these must-see events.
The 2018 Festival is just seven months away, and the complete schedule is live. Head into: vamff.com.au/designers to see the Complete list of artists that will be presenting their collections on the runway in #VAMFF
Shape Changing Robotic Mannequins are Coming
Every now and then the fashion universe presents us with an extra special moment. Often, this comes from the form of the phrase: “One size fits all”. This time, it arrives with the introduction of a high-tech, shape-shifting mannequin. Created by French company Euveka, this innovative robot mannequin looks and feels just like its predecessors. The sole difference? Below the surface, mechatronic, computer and material technologies enable this mannequin to morph into Just about Any shape or size
If you have ever made your clothes, then you understand this is kind of a big thing. Normally, designing a clothes line in a range of sizes requires a collection of mannequins. With Euveka, you simply need one. With the capability to morph before your eyes, this new technology has already led to Euveka partnering with luxury fashion houses such as Louis Vuitton and Chanel. The possibilities, however, don’t end with the world of fashion. Creators state this mannequin also benefits for medical, sporting, military and security businesses. In the end, if you are designing for a soldier, a pregnant woman, an athlete or the older, this futuristic mannequin is the only one you may need.
Polo Ralph Lauren Brings Back Iconic ‘Snow Beach’ Collection
In 1993, Polo Ralph Lauren published a iconic snowboarding-inspired collection. Now, in an icy blast from the past, ‘Snow Beach’ is back. On the 25th January, 25 years after its first unveiling, the newest is re-releasing a limited edition Snow Beach capsule set. Back in the 90’s, the original instalment became the greatest must-have collection, when Wu-Tang Clan’s Raekwon wore a Snow Beach jacket in his “Can It All Be So Simple” video. Ever since then, the original bits have been one of fashion’s most enviable vintage layouts. As Raekwon commented the jacket he picked “became one of those pieces.”
Having generated a brand-new age of streetwear from the 90’s, the newest Snow Beach collection appeals to fans of this 1993 edition as well as enthusiastic streetwear hunters. Offered in select stores and online, it is going to incorporate both the present and the past, by reinterpreting Ralph Lauren’s legendary colour blocking, bold decoration and sporty cosmetic. Additionally, on February 1st, a black and white edition of each slice will also be released.
It is official: Snow Beach is back January 25th in a limited-edition capsule featuring reissues and reinterpretations of select pieces from Ralph Lauren’s legendary Fall 1993 collection. Accessible at RalphLauren.com and choose shops. Learn more via bio link. #PoloLTD
