Medea x Mediterranea

July 13, 2023

We’re all flesh and bone. No matter where we come from or what our beliefs are, every human being has the right to live. That’s why reality platform Mediterranea was born. After the Italian coastguard and other authorities halted their refugee rescue efforts, Mediterranea stepped in to save people escaping from wars, hunger, and unsustainable living conditions.

Italian brand Medea is right behind them. In support of Mediterranea’s rescue service, founders Giulia and Camilla Venturini have crafted a bag that will be made available to the ship’s crew. Hoping to raise awareness of this humanitarian issue, the bag will also be sold to the public with 100% of the revenues donated to Mediterranea. For the campaign, Medea shot Khalid, a 33 year old activist from Sudan who fled political unrest, sporting the bag in an effort to capture the project’s essence. After all, Medea x Mediterranea is more than just a bag, it’s a call to action.

Medea invites everyone to support Mediterranea through direct donations.

Text by Meyme Nakash
Photos courtesy of Medea

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Vans x Sterling Ruby Return with New Collection

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Vans and artist Sterling Ruby are teaming up again for a bold second collection through OTW by Vans, launching on December 5, 2024. The seven-piece lineup includes footwear and apparel inspired by Ruby’s art, featuring deep green and gold tones, rotting jack-o-lantern graphics, and monster claw motifs.

The collection includes four shoe designs, such as the Old Skool 36 and Sk8-Hi 38, crafted with premium materials like goatskin and sustainable cotton. It also introduces apparel with striking graphics and a bold slogan: “ABSOLUTE CONTEMPT FOR TOTAL SERENITY.”

Punk band Mannequin Pussy stars in the campaign, photographed by Nayquan Shuler during a live performance. Prices range from $125 to $200 and will be available at otw.vans.com starting December 5.

By Enzo Holdt
Photography by courtesy of VANS OTW

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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..