Exclusive: Collina Strada's "Daughter of One"

And while we wait to see the full futuristic collection at Collina Strada's show next week, she's shared an exciting, exclusive preview with us. The office-exclusive campaign offers a glimpse of Collina Strada's creepy-chic collection, fashion steeped in science-fiction, and robots hit the runway. Featuring model Hirschy Grace, and directed by Jaron Albertin, the film follows a fashionable cyborg with an epiphany-cum-existencial crisis. Cool and uncomfortable, creative and cerebral, amd overall... beyond on brand for Collina Strada—obviously, Taymour's brainchild has hit new heights.

How has your relationship with technology changed over your lifetime?

Jaron Albertin: I was born before it existed. It used to be science fiction, now it is reality. Something that was faceless only circuits, now it’s indiscernible from reality. It’s gone from help us as a tool, to now changing the way we think.

Hillary Taymour It went from being a playful fun new world, to an addiction. The Mavis Beacon years had a beautiful naivety to them but we have to embrace the changes technology has created and go with the flow.

Do you feel more fearful or accepting of drones/robots/“the system”?

JA: I think drones are smart machines, they are the beginning of more integrated machines into our lives, autonomous machines. Soon most things will just work autonomously, while design progression increases with it. When it comes to monitoring, I don't fear that because it won't be long until we are all completely self-monitoring. It is inevitable - there will be no escaping the system, because we will be integrated with it. We won't be able to see or understand what life would be like without it. Evolution.

HT: I accept it all, I cannot wait to have a robot seamstress.

How does your work hold onto the concept of humanity, aesthetically? How is your product, your practice, and medium, meaningful in discussing the idea of a dystopian future?

HT: I try to design in a very back to basics way. Everything is relatable to the human brain of what it is and how it functions. I just like to tweak a few things to make it interesting to the consumer—for instance, putting a pair of earrings on a hoodie. However my dream is to evolve the collection into more tech-related aesthetics, and I want to work on special fabrications that help us lead into what one would wear once living in “the system."

What is your definition of fashion?

HT: Fashion is like a curtain—you can use it to draw attention or hide.

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Would you ever have a drone walk in a fashion show?

HT: I would do a whole show of drones if given the chance. I tried to have drones flying with models down the runway last season, but it is hard to teach a model how to fly a drone.

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Timberland and Veneda Carter Reimagine Classics with Bold Metallics

November 23, 2024

Veneda Carter teams up with Timberland once again, bringing a fresh edge to archival designs in their latest capsule collection. Highlight pieces include towering lace-up boots in electric blue and silver, alongside a sleek reinvention of Timberland’s iconic 6-Inch boot, both crafted with patent leather and recycled materials.

The collection also introduces rugged, versatile outerwear like oversized parkas, utility vests, and a statement boiler suit, all built for layering and durability. Inspired by industrial design and early 2000s fashion, Carter infuses each piece with a contemporary energy that feels both striking and wearable.

The collection is now available and can be found at flagship Timberland stores, online, and select retailers worldwide..

By Enzo Holdt
Photography courtesy of Timberland

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ECCO.kollektive collaborates with Louis-Gabriel Nouchi

November 21, 2024

ECCO.kollektive has teamed up with Paris-based designer Louis-Gabriel Nouchi for a bold and innovative Spring/Summer 2025 collection. Known for his thoughtful exploration of masculinity and storytelling in fashion, Nouchi brings his unique perspective to this collaboration, blending his modern aesthetic with ECCO’s skill in craftsmanship and material innovation.

The collection features a range of footwear, clothing, and accessories, each designed with attention to detail. The collection uses a mix of black, deep red, and pearl white. Sensual touches, like Nouchi’s signature slits, combine with structured tailoring and flowing shapes, showing how the designer blends bold and refined styles.

We spoke with Louis-Gabriel Nouchi about the collection and his inspiration. From the textures of the human body to his love for stretch leather, Nouchi shared how the collaboration allowed to experiment with new ideas.

By Enzo Holdt
Photography by courtesy of ECCO.kollektive x LGN

The collection debuted at Paris Fashion Week and draws inspiration from the textures of the human body. “The idea came from the textures of skin,” Nouchi explains. “I wanted to create something sensual and fluid, using leather in a way that felt both strong and soft. Leather has this amazing quality—it can feel like armor, but also like a second skin.”

Nouchi worked closely with ECCO to develop designs that showcase the versatility of their materials. High-shine biker nappa leather with a waxy finish appears in tailored separates like a single-breasted blazer, trousers, and long-line shorts. For a more experimental edge, he created a column dress and a pencil skirt using strips of leather embroidered onto stretchy tulle—a design he says was inspired by his younger self. “When I was young, I was obsessed with stretch leather because of designers like Jean-Claude Jitrois. It’s something I wanted to explore and bring into this collection, almost like fulfilling a dream for my past self.”

Footwear is another major highlight, featuring Derby shoes, Helsinki loafers, and the standout Truck Lace loafer with a bold platform. The shoe’s futuristic design draws from Nouchi’s fascination with brutalism and technology. “It might be a bit controversial,” he says, laughing, “but I really like the Tesla Cybertruck. The sharp, angular lines and futuristic look combined with that raw, brutalist vibe—it’s something that resonates with me. The platform on the Truck Lace loafer feels like a nod to that kind of design.”

Another unique detail is the inclusion of removable coins on some of the shoes, adding a playful yet personal touch. “You can take the coins off—it becomes almost like a lucky charm,” Nouchi says. “It’s one of those small details that make the pieces feel more connected to the wearer.”

Louis-Gabriel Nouchi’s signature slit motif, which adds subtle hints of reveal and concealment, runs throughout the collection. “The slit is about teasing the eye,” he explains. “It’s never about revealing too much—it’s about creating tension, a little mystery.” This motif appears on everything from loafers to hems, blending seamlessly with the collection's sensual yet structured aesthetic.

When asked about the versatility of his designs, Nouchi emphasizes their adaptability to different occasions. “You can wear these pieces in super casual situations on the street, looking super chic at night—super sexy,” he says. “From one garment, you can style it in so many ways during the day. For example, the tank top—you can wear it with pants, or without. It’s super hot, super cool, and it works for so many moments.”

For Nouchi, the collaboration with ECCO was as much about innovation as it was about creative freedom. “There are no limits with ECCO,” he says. “As a designer obsessed with materials, having the freedom to push development this far was an amazing opportunity. Fashion, for me, is like a laboratory. It’s about testing ideas and seeing how far we can take them.”

The ECCO.kollektive x Louis-Gabriel Nouchi collection is available now, combining high-quality craftsmanship with bold, modern design that showcases Nouchi’s vision and ECCO’s craftsmanship.