At The Circus

February 06, 2019

Although there were no tightropes, no magicians and no lions, Vasilis Loizides took us to the circus for F/W ‘19.

Urging one to rethink modern day power dynamics, the show, both dramatic and weighty, played with the three-way relationship between the performers, the audience and the designer, begging the question: who really holds the power in today’s world? With a collection as strong and unafraid as Loizides’, we’re thinking the answer is him.

Comprised of fifteen looks, the show stuck to jewel-toned pieces and circus-themed prints in powerful and innovative silhouettes, exuding an overall exotic and maximalist vibe. Our favorite pieces included a pair of sparkly cowboy chaps, coin-fringed tops and a 3D elephant head velvet shirt-dress—with matching pants of course.

Text by Caroline Brown
Photos by Phoenix Johnson

Oh and the peacock feathered suit was killer. See it, and our other favorite looks from backstage at the presentation, below.

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Basketcase x New Balance

June 26, 2025

Basketcase is partnering once more with New Balance to collaborate on a brand new silhouette, the 204L, after coming together on the Minimus MT20 and 1906AD last year. New Balance is known for its minimalism in footwear, as well as being the perfect shoe for everyday. The 204L not only becomes part of this daily ritual, but keeps the contemporary uniform in mind.

During this Paris Fashion Week, we got an exclusive insight and look into their Friends and Family event in Paris' iconic Le Marais district. The Californian based brand presented the collaboration in a classroom inspired setting that explored adolescence, also filled with their latest collections and eye-catching displays of the shoe itself.

This low-profile sneaker features pony hair underlays, hidden beneath nubuck overlays to create a striking yet familiar aesthetic through tones of gray. Custom touches from the shoe to packaging bring Basketcase's signature vibe for this collab which of course is third times the charm.

Founder Zach Kinninger
Photography Boris Halas

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Acne Studios SS26 Menswear

June 26, 2025

Sportswear meets nostalgia, as if garments have been passed through generations in Acne Studios SS26 Menswear collection. A way of dressing that forgets perfection and seeks eclecticism in the most intuitive way. The sportwear element is present, but worn in unexpected ways, whilst aspects of the vintage wardrobe and it's sentiment are a focus, a distinct shift from last seasons search for perfection.

'We keep exploring and rebuilding the emblematic codes of the menswear wardrobe,' says Jonny Johansson, Acne Studios creative director. 'This time, it's with a geeky, quietly confident attitude that beats perfection by far. Our character is cool and unbothered - that's where his charisma comes from.'

With a 1970s influence throughout showcasing exaggerated collars and flowing silks, new cuts and shapes blend the past and present to create new iterations of classic Acne pieces.

Creative Director Jonny Johansson
Photography Teresa Ciocia
Stylist Leopolda Duchemin
Makeup Regina Törnwall-Montgomery
Hair Tom Wright
Casting dmcasting

At the heart of this collection is an impulse towards friction and play, asense of self-expression, and a free-spirit that has defined Acne Studios since the start. As heritage fabrics blend with something sportier, leathers and denims are approached with a new clarity, with fit and style as the focus. Of course we can't forget about the accessories, a classic Acne archetype that elevate every look and environment.

Preview the lookbook below.

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Sanderlak Unveils YEAR 01: Los Angeles

June 24, 2025

What an intriguing creative challenge it is to create clothes rooted in the essence of different places. Sanderlak is starting with Los Angeles for its first year, emulating the city’s sun-kissed sense of relaxation and light. After winning the CFDA’s Emerging Designer of the Year award in 2018 and receiving various nominations since, the Brunei-born designer Sander Lak is continuing his artistic journey with the debut of his namesake brand this Paris Men's Fashion Week.

Sanderlak is all about exploring the everyday sensory experience of different places, especially those that feel like home. This collection, marked by its gentled denims and soft cottons, is a vehicle for evoking the soul of Los Angeles. “With each location,” Lak tells us, “I want to get under its skin. Every decision is shaped by the specifics of where we are.”

Photography by Dominick Sheldon
Casting by Anita Bitton / The Establishment

In developing the collection, guidelines were established to challenge the artists through clever limitations. The constraints meant that they could only pull inspiration from one location at a time while working exclusively with local photographers, artists, and brands. The exercise goes even further as only hometown models were considered in the casting process and any vintage must be sourced from there as well. All of these factors lead to a collection that gets deep into the character of a place while showcasing the artists living within it as well.

Preview the lookbook below.