Introducing "KENZO-Dome"

May 30, 2023

Unveiling in June 2023, KENZO is launching the first edition of its debut sneaker series by Artistic Director NIGO. "KENZO-DOME" takes inspiration from the skater style that dominated the mid-1990s, ushering the brand into uncharted sportswear territory.

Drawing influence from the iconic skate spot nestled within the Palais de Tokyo, the sneaker pays homage to the Parisian skateboarding landmark, the DOME. This minimalist cupsole sneaker captures the essence of the 90s skateboarding era, with its flat outsole and puffed-up tongue, reminiscent of the voluminous aesthetics of that time.

To capture the essence of the community while maintaining KENZO's aesthetic, the KENZO-Dome campaign was shot at the very skate spot that inspired the sneakers. The images, beautifully lensed by Frank Lebon, feature a group of friends skateboarding together, embodying the spirit of camaraderie reminiscent of the 90s.

Words by Sahir Ahmed
Photos courtesy of KENZO

The attention to detail is evident in the "KENZO Paris" rubber logo applied on the Napa leather-padded tongue and at the back of the shoe. To ensure better balance for skaters, the "KENZO" logo is engraved on the side of the outsole. Additionally, the retro-look lining and padded collar provide enhanced comfort, making this sneaker a must-have for anyone seeking both style and functionality.

Starting from June 2023, the KENZO-Dome sneaker will be available at KENZO stores and online at KENZO.COM. The second drop of the KENZO by NIGO debut sneaker series will be announced later in the season, promising even more captivating designs and styles.

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TEMET: If Skims Met Skins

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I often wonder where the first “afters” happened — whether it was right here in New York or somewhere else. The afters: that hazy, half-lit party that stretches into the morning, more intimate than dancing skin-to-skin with someone you just met, where the crowd thins to only those willing to let the night bleed into morning. Here, you get to watch the sunrise together too.

But today, no matter where you go in the world, if you're at a rave or DIY party, there's probably an afters. If you've never been to one, or don’t care to be, you’ve probably scrolled through your feed and seen that one story: morning sun flooding a cluttered living room, hot people still dancing, bodies tangled on a worn couch — lost in the aftermath of a night that refuses to end.

Creative Director Kiernan Francis
Designer TEMET
Photographer (Still) Alejandro Yullo
Director of Photography & Editor (Moving) Ava Papunen
Stylist Abby Bencie
Makeup Rory Alvarez
Casting Director Kiernan Francis
Lighting Director & Retoucher Lida Ramsay
Executive Producer Kiernan Francis
Associate Producer Ava Perman
Brand Producer Juanita
Soundtrack: "Revolution," Billy Doll (EXCLUSIVE RELEASE)
Makeup Assistant Kandi Milk
Fashion Assistant Jackson Prus
Production Assistant Peyton Nguyen
Production Assistant Emmanuel Delator
Production Assistant Axl Checho

This editorial for Chilean-based TEMET, a brand deeply woven into the underground music and nightlife scene, captures that noctural alchemy. Creative directed by New York’s own Kiernan Francis, the shoot draws inspiration from the afters’ electric liminality. Francis sought to celebrate the paradox of private and public life — where our truest selves might emerge within nightlife and fade into the versions of ourselves we show the world by daylight.

The cast was a mix of DJs, artists, and street-scouted creatives — some known to Francis from the scene, others discovered through social media. The styling leaned into shapewear as an experience, framed by a backdrop that evokes the afters: crowded couches, messy rooms, and the chaos of a night extending into morning. The result? A series that feels like SKIMS meeting Skins UK.

Watch the video below.

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Nikolaj Hansson Joins Diadora Legacy as Creative Director

October 31, 2024

Diadora's appointment of Danish designer Nikolaj Hansson as Creative Director for its Legacy line signals a fresh chapter for the brand. Known for his Copenhagen-based label Palmes, Hansson’s connection to Diadora began in childhood, admiring the brand’s iconic boots on Premier League defenders. Now, his deep respect for Diadora’s heritage and his vision for merging craftsmanship with progressive design will shape the brand’s premium Legacy line.

His first collection launching in Fall/Winter 2025, will blend his design ethos with Diadora’s storied history, tapping into both the brand’s past and a modern sensibility. Diadora’s CEO, Claudio Bora, shares Nikolaj Hansson's vision of sport as an emotional, daily experience, aiming to create apparel that resonates with the spirit of sport itself. As Hansson says, "the falling in love was mutual," and together, they aim to reignite that spark in a new generation of fans.