Sink or Swim with Beach Brains AW25

Launching July 2025, Beach Brains’ latest collection, Sink or Swim, explores the delicate balance between survival and surrender. Inspired by punk subcultures, it embraces imperfection with a raw, rebellious edge. Distressed finishes, frayed edges, muted tones, and reworked textures reflect the natural decay and resilience of both materials and human spirit. Layered oversized silhouettes and soft-yet-structured fabrics encourage versatility and self-expression, making this collection more than just clothing—it’s a statement of defiance in a chaotic world.

Sink or Swim reminds us to embrace struggle, own our narratives, and forge our paths with style and resilience. Whether you choose to sink or swim, this collection champions individuality and turning life’s challenges into a bold statement.

Check out more from Beach Brains here.

Fashion

Michele Lamy Joins HOUSE BY® for an Art Collaboration

This limited edition series of 700 signed pieces, is avaiable now online.

Fashion

Vans x Sterling Ruby Return with New Collection

December 03, 2024

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

Fashion

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..