Office Updates: Lacoste x EleVen Play Ball
Lacoste has teamed up with EleVen by Venus Williams to release a new collection designed and inspired by the tennis champion. The Lacoste x EleVen by Venus collection, featuring jumpsuits, tennis skirts, track suits, and more, launched on November 8th.
This collection includes 18 pieces designed in collaboration with Venus Williams, blending the worlds of sport and style with inspiration from classic sportswear and collegiate fashion. Standout pieces in the collection include a nylon tracksuit, a fleece sweater with the words "Venus did it first" paying tribute to Venus's historic tennis career, and Venus Williams' personal favorite—a short-sleeved striped polo shirt.
The Lacoste x EleVen by Venus Williams collection is priced between $115 and $450 and is available in stores and online starting November 8th.
Givenchy Brings Elegance For The Holiday Season
Givenchy unveils a holiday collection that builds on silhouettes first showcased on the Paris runway. The collection exemplifies the House's dedication to elegance under the guidance of Creative Director Matthew M. Williams, highlighting a renewed appreciation for formal dressing.
The women's looks in this collection pay homage to the foundational aesthetics of Hubert de Givenchy, celebrating architectural cuts, sumptuous materials, and cleverly incorporated negative space. Notable pieces include a floor-length dress in draped satin jersey, adorned with a graphic insert in 4G plumetis. Additionally, a red dress in crepe cady features a cutaway halter detail inspired by the Givenchy archives, along with a slip dress featuring French lace detailing.
The men’s collection is characterized by elegant tailoring, timeless jackets, highlighted seams, and track suits with sparkly side-striped detailing.
The Givenchy edit for the holiday 2023 season will be available online and in selected stores from mid-November.
Bryant Giles Joins The Anti Social Social Club
On November 11th, Anti Social Social Club (ASSC) unveiled a collection designed by Los Angeles-based designer and founder of Gone Homme, Bryant Giles. The collection, available for purchase from the ASSC store page, introduces a collaboration that transcends fashion, featuring characters from Giles' upcoming animated series, "Mr. Guy."
This release is part of ASSC's ongoing Artist Series, a platform that celebrates multidisciplinary collaborations with visual artists. Following their summer collaboration with graffiti artist Polo Cutty, ASSC continues the tradition of offering its clothing as a blank canvas for creatives like Giles.
The collection curated by Bryant Giles for ASSC encompasses a diverse range of apparel, including short and long-sleeved tees, polos, crewnecks, hoodies, fleece shorts, wide-leg sweatpants, hats, and socks. Garment-dyed, tie-dyed, and embroidered pieces showcase the creative depth of this collaboration. The collection ranges from $45 to $175.
Pastelle Revived
The clothing brand Pastelle, originally founded by Ye (Kanye West) in 2004, is set to make its comeback at the annual ComplexCon in Long Beach, California, on November 18th. Ian Connor, Christian Azzinaro, and Bloody Osiris are uniting to breathe new life into Pastelle, channeling the initial vision of founders Ye and Virgil Abloh.
Focusing on contemporary silhouettes and reimagined designs, Pastelle describes the relaunch as a deep dive into its origins, stating in a press release, "tracing the sparks of inspiration that ignited this exceptional venture and exploring the genesis of its evolution."
This new era of Pastelle pledges a revitalization of a brand that once defined the late 2000s streetwear scene, now tailored for today's audience. The relaunch commits to infusing classic designs with modern sensibilities. It champions a powerful narrative of inclusivity, fostering a sense of community, and dedicates itself to forging meaningful connections with artists, musicians, and influencers worldwide.
LỰU ĐẠN Drops a Slasher;
On November 6th, the designer menswear label, LỰU ĐẠN, released "The Slasher" Santoku Knife, developed in collaboration with Japanese heritage artisan, Kikusumi. "The Slasher" is part of the SSENSE XX program, celebrating SSENSE's 20th anniversary.
Handcrafted by skilled artisans in the Japanese countryside, "The Slasher" embodies the precision and tradition of Samurai sword craftsmanship. The knife, forged with Damascus Steel, boasts a Tsuchime hammered finish and a Fuki-Urushi lacquered Keyaki Handle, priced at $590 USD, and is exclusively available on SSENSE.
"The Slasher" chef's knife represents a fusion of Asian heritage and modernity, described as a testament to embracing greatness, one slice and dice at a time, whether you're a professional chef or an aspiring assassin. The campaign, shot by photographer Peter Ash Lee, is a nod to late-night infomercials of the 90s, featuring Peter Ash Lee in the role of a salesman persuading the audience through a static screen.
LỰU ĐẠN's mission is to redefine Asian masculinity, celebrating pride in heritage and identity. In a world where fashion and culture intersect, LỰU ĐẠN makes a mark, turning a kitchen tool into a statement of Asian pride and defiance. "The Slasher" Santoku Knife is a symbol of LỰU ĐẠN's vision and the brand's commitment to pushing the boundaries of fashion.
