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April showers bring May flowers, and we’ve got a whole garden’s worth of fresh fashion news, collabs, and launches coming your way. That’s right: it’s fully time to pack away our cold-weather coats and shed some layers as the spring offerings get hotter and hotter. From the latest gadget by Gucci and Finnish biotech brand Ōura to Fashionphile’s new NYC digs, May promises to deliver all the springtime excitement. Watch this space as the month progresses for all the best and brightest launches.
Who: Gucci and Ōura
What: Luxury smart ring
Where: Available online at gucci.com
Why: Checking in with our bodies can slip through the cracks of our daily routines, but here comes a new way to make it easier—and more stylish—than ever. Gucci and Finnish health tech company Ōura’s new collaborative ring design monitors heart rate, temperature, and sleep activity, all via the Ōura app. These health metrics are more personal than a regular wearable, due to the strong signals sent from the arteries in our fingers to Ōura’s research-grade sensors. Despite packing such high functioning technology along with an 18-karat gold Gucci emblem, the device only weighs a mere four grams. Advanced biometrics neatly packaged in a minimalistic design makes this accessory well worth the splurge.
Fashionphile Opens Authentication Center in NYC
Who: Fashionphile
What: Opening of New York authentication center and showroom
Where: The Starrett-Lehigh building in Chelsea, NYC
Why: Online resale platform Fashionphile is putting down roots in NYC—with the opening of a 60,000-square-foot authentication center and showroom in the iconic Starrett-Lehigh building, no less. The space will function as a place to shop and, of course, sell pre-owned luxury accessories from the best brands in the game: Fendi, Chanel, Prada...the list goes on. There’s even a top-secret storage area called “The Cage,” which reportedly contains the largest assortment of Hermès Birkin bags in the entire world. Happy shopping, selling, and coveting.
Who: Swarovski
What: Crystal eyewear collection
Where: Available online at swarovski.com and in stores
Why: Swarovski Creative Director Giovanna Engelbert has designed a range of sunnies and optical glasses for those of us who love to pull off a bold look. Playful pastels and detailed crystal embellishments take the jewelry brand’s aesthetic to a new level with innovative geometric designs. The collection is a welcome display of Swarovski’s experimental side and is sure to bring a sparkle to your eye(s).
Marni x Uniqlo Marni and Uniqlo (Finally) Release Capsule Collaboration
At long last, the buzzy collab between Italian brand Marni and Uniqlo is out in the world. Marni’s unexpected pattern-clashing and color combinations find a perfect home in the retailer’s perfectly cut basics. The floral wide-leg pants and cross-check shirts are quirky, a bit chaotic, and pure in form. Run like the wind to snag a piece, because we’re almost certain this collection won’t stay in stock for much longer.
Caro Editions Caroline Brasch Launches Caro Editions With Matchesfashion
Danish cool girl Caroline Brasch is bringing her unique sensibility to an exclusive capsule with Matchesfashion, creating a unique wardrobe of pieces that take inspiration from vintage items. Adorable striped poplin pajama sets pair perfectly with worn-in denim and Fair Isle knits. Brasch rounds out the line with a jewelry capsule designed in partnership with her sister-in-law (and fellow Dane) Sophie Bille Brahe.
Louis Vuitton and Nike’s “Air Force 1” by Virgil Abloh Exhibition Opens in NYC
Who: Louis Vuitton and Nike
What: “Air Force 1” by Virgil Abloh exhibition
Where: The Greenpoint Terminal Warehouse at 73 West Street in Brooklyn, NY through May 31; open daily from 10 A.M. to 9 P.M.
Why: Virgil Abloh has a longstanding history with Nike, having designed bespoke editions of its popular Air Force 1 sneaker that almost always sold out instantly. Now, the late designer’s final creations are on display, in partnership with Nike for Louis Vuitton. (Abloh served as men’s artistic director for the French house until his passing in November 2021.) At the “Air Force 1” by Virgil Abloh exhibition in Brooklyn’s Greenpoint neighborhood, visitors will find 47 pairs of sneakers on display, also in virtual form as 3D holograms, nine of which will be commercially produced and available to purchase in June. Each design fuses streetwear codes with LV’s fine materials and signature insignia, while the space itself features inspirational quotes from Abloh and a treehouse that pays homage to his childlike sense of wonderment.
Kelly Wearstler x Hagit Pincovici Kelly Wearstler Collaborates With Hagit Pincovici
Who: Kelly Wearstler and Hagit Pincovici
What: Collaborative collection, Third Nature
Where: Available online at kellywearstler.com
Why: Beloved interior designer Kelly Wearstler has teamed up with Israeli artisan Hagit Pincovici to create Third Nature, a collaborative collection of housewares that casts natural materials into stunning bronze sculptures. Each piece is totally handmade and one-of-a-kind, so your houseguests will be sure to ask, “Where did you get that?”
Tod’s Debuts the Aria d'Italia Series
Who: Tod’s
What: Aria d’Italia project
Where: On display at tods.com
Why: When it comes to defining Italian identity, Tod’s can distill it into eight words: joy, boldness, passion, heritage, pleasure, timeless, craftsmanship, and imagination. Each word will be expanded upon in an expository series called Aria d’Italia (“Italian Air”), essentially a mixed media diary telling the stories of a new generation of creatives. This special project celebrates everything Tod’s associates with its decidedly Italian outlook on life. The curation will culminate in the official Aria d’Italia book, on shelves this September.
Who: Levi’s
What: 501 Day celebration and collaboration with Emma Chamberlain
Where: Available online at levi.com
Why: Levi’s is celebrating the birthday of America’s favorite blue jean, the 501, with an exclusive pair of shorts designed by influencer-slash-coffee brand founder Emma Chamberlain. Featuring a cutesy pattern of mini woodland creatures and seashells printed on overdyed chocolate denim, these are not your average jorts—and we predict they’ll be all over TikTok this summer.
Wanda Ferragamo Gets Immortalized at New Exhibit
Who: The Ferragamo Foundation
What: Women in Balance exhibition.
Where: On display at Museo Salvatore Ferragamo in Florence, Italy and via virtual tour at ferragamo.com
Why: The late, great Wanda Ferragamo is being honored with a museum exhibit, Women in Balance, curated to explore the depth of her life within the context of her family’s fashion dynasty. After the passing of her husband, Salvatore Ferragamo, Wanda maintained her role as matriarch while simultaneously managing the brand at a time when the concept of “businesswoman” was still new. The exhibition, curated by Stefania Ricci and Elvira Valleri, will run until May 2023 at the Museo Salvatore Ferragamo at the Palazzo Spini Feroni in Florence, Italy. Book your tickets here.
Supreme x Dr. Martens Supreme and Dr. Martens Drop Summer Shoe Collab
Who: Supreme and Dr. Martens
What: Collaborative shoe collection
Where: Available online at supremenewyork.com and drmartens.com
Why: Supreme and Dr. Martens are arguably among the most prominent brands in streetwear today. It makes sense, then, that the two have come together to create a shoe collection that perfectly combines a pair of distinct yet compatible aesthetics. The classic oxford silhouette gets a New York City makeover with an embroidered spiderweb decal, in harmony with previous Supreme spider motifs. The collab is sure to add a little bit of old English charm to any hypebeast’s wardrobe.
Who: Attersee
What: Collection III
Where: Available online at shopattersee.com
Why: Attersee, the New York-based brand founded by former editor Isabel Wilkinson, creates flattering, versatile wardrobe essentials designed to make getting dressed less of a chore. Each piece is thoughtfully designed and easy to wear, and its just-launched Collection III is no different. Featuring caftans, co-ord sets, and the cutest makeup pouch-slash-evening bag (pictured here), it is something to bookmark for your summer travels.
Vans x Tna Vans and Tna Revamp Classic Sneaker Silhouettes
Who: Vans and Tna
What: Anaheim collection
Where: Available online at aritzia.com
Why: The Anaheim collection, made in collaboration with Aritzia’s Tna line, is the love letter from Vans to the city where its first factory opened its doors. The skatewear brand’s original lace-up and slip-on models are awash with colorways from Tna, and are recast with its sporty-chic aesthetic. These new-and-improved editions provide extra comfort with the same classic skater vibe and are ready to hit the pavement, on foot or on wheels.
Who: Mytheresa
What: New lifestyle category, LIFE
Where: Available online at mytheresa.com
Why: For the past two years, we’ve spent more time at home than ever, and Mytheresa is taking note. The online retailer is debuting a new category, LIFE, featuring a highly curated selection of home décor and tabletop pieces from 60 brands, including Loro Piana, Missoni, and Ginori 1735 (pictured here). Expect exclusive drops, so your summer tablescape will look every bit unique.
Batsheva x Laura Ashley Batsheva Releases Second Collab With Laura Ashley
Who: Batsheva
What: Capsule collection with Laura Ashley
Where: Available online at batsheva.com
Why: British lifestyle brand Laura Ashley is a mood for the ages, introducing young girls to the countryside aesthetic of delicate floral patterns and folksy living. This bevy of prairie girls includes New York-based designer Batsheva Hay, whose Victorian silhouettes and modern-day whimsy were a match made in heaven for Ashley’s prints. Expect perfect blouses and flowing skirts in custom-made florals, available up to size 20.
Cass x Prada Prada Collaborates With Cassius Hirst on Exclusive Sneaker Capsule
Who: Prada and Cassius Hirst
What: Exclusive sneaker capsule
Where: Available in limited quantities online at prada.com and at select Prada stores
Why: Cassius Hirst, aka the artist known as Cass, has been painting sneakers since he was 14 years old, reworking and altering them to create something raw, unfinished, and completely new. Cass showed his dad (Damien Hirst) the sneakers, who then passed along the work to Miuccia Prada herself. The rest, as they say, is history. Specifically, Cass worked on the Italian house’s classic America’s Cup sneaker, distorting the leather and rendering the silhouette in various states of distress, as the names suggest: ATT4CK, D3CAY, SUST4IN, and REL3ASE. The neon rainbow color palette offers a fresh take on a classic, showcasing Prada’s innate ability to reinvent itself again and again, and allow the younger generation to create uninhibitedly. The result? Striking collector’s items sure to find their way into a celeb closet or two.
Veronica Beard x L'Etoile Sport Veronica Beard Teams Up With L'Etoile Sport on Tennis Capsule
Who: Veronica Beard and L'Etoile Sport
What: Limited-edition tennis capsule collection
Where: Available online at veronicabeard.com and letoilesport.com, with select distribution at Net-a-Porter, saksfifthavenue.com, Carbon38, and private tennis clubs
Why: ‘Tis the season for tennis, and Veronica Beard and L'Etoile Sport are here to make sure you’re well-outfitted for the sporty occasion—with a limited-edition capsule geared toward hitting the court, and whatever else. “Veronica and I love tennis because it’s one sport where you can socialize while working out,” co-founder Veronica Swanson Beard exclusively tells ELLE.com, before adding, “nothing says summer quite like tennis whites.” Adds co-founder Veronica Miele Beard: “And when we step off the court, we want to look just as ready for the next part of our day.” Comprised of five pieces—including a zip-front dress (pictured here) and lace skort—the collection is just as fashionable as it is functional. Plus, 10 percent of proceeds from sales will benefit the USTA Foundation, so you can feel extra good about your purchase, too.
Who: Dagne Dover
What: The Puff collection
Where: Available online at dagnedover.com
Why: The new Puff collection from Dagne Dover is as fluffy and functional as it gets for eco-friendly bags. The four gender-neutral silhouettes mark the women-founded brand’s first collection that’s fully sustainable. “I love this collection because the material we chose is one that is better for the planet, while also being durable and fashion forward,” creative director Jessy Dover exclusively tells ELLE.com. “AKA, every bag from Puff is produced using from 13 to 29 plastic water bottles in its fabrication.” Easy on the shoulder, easy on the eyes, and easy on the planet—it doesn’t get much better than that.
Who: Aquazzura and Issimo
What: Collaborative shoe capsule
Where: Available online at aquazzura.com and issimoissimo.com
Why: Aquazzura is bringing its brand to a new platform that exemplifies Italian excellence—partnering with e-comm platform Issimo, which hosts the best of the best Italian wares, on a collaborative shoe collection inspired by the color palette of the Pugliese coastline. Practical yet elevated, the satin mules and flats pair effortlessly with summer looks, and are the perfect footwear for traversing the lavish Italian landscape (or, you know, wherever).
Dolce & Gabbana x Persol Dolce & Gabbana and Persol Team Up on Eyewear
Who: Dolce & Gabbana and Persol
What: Collaborative eyewear collection
Where: Available online at dolcegabbana.com and persol.com, and at Persol Stores and in Dolce & Gabbana boutiques
Why: When two accessory masters join forces, you know it’s going to be good. Enter the new eyewear collab from Dolce & Gabbana and Persol. The capsule, comprised of two eyeglass styles and two sunglass styles, combines the Italian house’s cheeky aesthetic with the eyewear brand’s sophisticated and expertly crafted designs—made in Italy, of course.
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