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Vans Latinx Heritage Month: "So Much More"

October 01, 2021

To honor Latinx Heritage Month, Vans took the initiative of recognizing four Latinx visual artists and allowed them to create compelling visual posters of what being Latinx means to them. In their “So Much More” initiative, Vans fostered as the gateway and put the power in the hands of these artists. While oftentimes the identity of Latinos can be one dimensional and viewed from an outsider’s perspective, Vans allowed for Latinos to fully express themselves of what it means to be Latino and through a visual lens of their own.

While exploring cultural themes that are undoubtedly important to the Latino community such as food, symbols, and their overall traditions, the aforementioned visuals are truly compelling all the while remaining true to their identities and backgrounds. While honoring a vastly underrepresented community, and as opposed to creating visuals through their own lens, Vans places all of the power into the hands of these people and gives complete creative freedom for them to amplify their own voices.

Text by: Cassie Jekanoski
Image courtesy of Vans

The featured artists include Marisa Fulper, Camilo Medina, Tatee Garcia, and Daniel Gibson who range from painters, artists, and musicians. Latinx Heritage Month is a month of reflection, celebration, and honor as we recognize the sacrifices, hardships, along with the vast success that the Latinx community has overcome and celebrates. Although known for their sneakers, and apparel, Vans does their part in amplifying the voices of the Latinx community and gives them the platform that they’re deserving of.

The posters from these visual artists are available in Vans stores throughout the US, along with the launching of their very own programming where Latinx artists are continuously featured.

Fashion

SCARLET

October 01, 2021

Barcelona-based Colombian photographer David Mesa unveils a new editorial, SCARLET alongside fashion stylist Oriol Roberts.

Trail behind Scarlet, an 18-year-old girl from the Dominican Republic, as she encounters longing and the effervescent feeling of nostalgia as she embarks on her first Eurotrip. Photographer, David Mesa, zeroes in on this intimate experience, capturing stills of an angelic figure with a promising future.

Mesa catapults the viewer into dreamlike settings outside Barcelona — these ethereal feelings are amplified through the injection of a shared vision, spewing out vibrant colored hues, brilliant compositions, and fantastical clothing.

Text by Ronald Kahihikolo
Photography by David Mesa
Styling by Oriol Robert
Fashion assistant Jaume V Miró
Makeup and Hair by Silvia Rubio
Set design and props by Ariana Lara
Model Scarlet Peguero from Trend Models

Through the images of this editorial, creatives David Mesa and Oriol Robert explore a melancholy sentiment with an evasive protagonist. Brands such as Versace, Dolce & Gabbana, Chanel and, Mugler were used to bring life to this Mediterranean longing for an endless summer.

Check out the breathtaking editorial below.

Fashion

You can finally Fornite Dance in Balenciaga

The shop is located at Retail Rowin within Fortnite’s popular Battle Royale mode. Here, gamers can grab a pair of Triple S Sneakers or featured gatchets like the Speed Sneaker Pickaxe and Hourglass Bag Glider. Balenciaga Fit Sets cost 300 to 1500 V-Bucks, translating to about $2 to $12 in-game, and can be used in multiple game modes.

In addition to the virtual launch, the Paris-based fashion house has designed a series of physical products honoring the collab. The IRL collection includes limited-edition hoodies, shirts, jackets, and caps plastered with both Fortnite and Balenciaga logos. Priced from $395 to $1290, pieces are available in red, white, and black colorways.

Shop the physical collection online and in select Balenciaga locations, and be sure to check out the collab at Fortnite’s virtual store!