The Launch: Fashion News to Know This July
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We’re officially in the throes of summer, and with that comes a new slew of fashion launches to get you excited for the warm season ahead. Starting off with Sandy Liang and Solomon’s second collaboration and Khaite’s foray into homeware with Ginori 1735, here’s what you need to know—and shop—in July.
Sandy Liang and Solomon Release Second Collaboration
Who: Sandy Liang and Solomon
What: Second collaboration
Where: Online at sandyliang.runfair.com
Why: The second time’s the charm for Sandy Liang and Solomon. The two brands have teamed up yet again on a collection of three styles that pay homage to all things girlhood, featuring the cult designer’s signature touches, like lace-up ribbons.
Balmain Opens Shelter Island Pop-Up
Who: Balmain
What: Pop-up shop at The Pridwin in Shelter Island
Where: The Pridwin, 81 Shore Road, Shelter Island, NY through August 15
Why: Shelter Island has become a summer haven for the fashion set, with everyone from designer Marina Larroudé to Nordstrom’s Rickie De Sole passing through for a sunny respite from the city grind. Now, Balmain is getting in on the fun with a pop-up shop at one of the island’s most beloved seaside properties, The Pridwin. The month-long activation will offer the French house’s latest collections, styling sessions, and bespoke shopping experiences.
Who: A.P.C. and Tame Impala
What: New collaboration
Where: Online at apcstore.com
Why: Parisian label A.P.C. has always been a go-to for shoppers with a more minimalist aesthetic. For its latest linkup with Tame Impala, however, its pieces explore a new wave of bold maximalism. The collection draws inspiration from Aussie musician Kevin Parker’s use of vibrant colors in the artwork for his musical project Tame Impala.
Melissa and Telfar Drop Latest Accessory Capsule
Who: Melissa and Telfar
What: New collaboration
Where: Online at shopmelissa.com and telfar.net
Why: Brazilian accessories brand Melissa and New York label Telfar have partnered up once again on a capsule collection—this time featuring jelly slides and shopper bags in five summer-ready colorways. On the heels of last summer’s collab, the two powerhouses combined signature aesthetics to create flirty, fun, and, most importantly, water-resistant staples that are sure to bring the vibes for the rest of the summer season.
Who: Smythson and Hunza G
What: Collaboration
Where: Online at smythson.com and hunzag.com
Why: Call it a meeting of the (British) minds. Smythson has teamed up with Hunza G on a collection of notebooks in the swimwear brand’s classic, bright colors, emblazoned with a vacation-ready phrase. “Making Waves,” anyone?
Who: Todd Snyder and MLB
What: A collection inspired by the Subway Series
Where: Online at toddsnyder.com
Why: Just in time for the annual face-off between the Yankees and the Mets, known by New Yorkers as the Subway Series, Todd Snyder released a collection offering luxe takes on merch (think: bucket hats, terrycloth jerseys) that can be worn on the field and off.
The Latin American Fashion Awards Announces Milan Fashion Week Activations
Who: The Latin American Fashion Awards
What: Exhibition, pavilion takeover, and party during Milan Fashion Week
Where: Milan
Why: The Latin American Fashion Awards is headed to Milan! For the uninitiated, the global platform spotlighting talent in the region is making moves to celebrate its winners, including Willy Chavarría and Raúl López, with a series of events including an exhibition, pavilion at the WHITE Show, and a cocktail party in one of the world’s most prominent style capitals.
Who: Moncler
What: Fall/winter 2024 collection
Where: Online at moncler.com and in select Moncler stores
Why: If you’ve been longing for cooler days in the sweltering summer heat, we have good news: it’s already time to start building up your fall wardrobe. Moncler’s fall/winter 2024 collection is shoppable now, complete with a campaign led by French surfer-turned-actor Arnaud Binard and his daughter, Maya Rose. Minimalist and chic, the assortment is built around sophisticated neutrals in clever layers, giving a slight edge to the quiet luxury aesthetic. (We can’t get enough of the lush layered knits in particular).
Who: MCM and Harper Collective
What: Sustainable luggage capsule
Where: Online at us.mcmworldwide.com and at all MCM flagship stores
Why: MCM has partnered with Harper Collective, the slow-fashion brand founded by Jaden Smith and Sebastian Manes, on a three-piece luggage collection made of recycled post-consumer plastics from the sea and landfills. Comprised of up to 790 grams of sea plastic and 1.5 kilograms of landfill plastic, Harper Collective’s distinctive silhouettes paired with MCM’s iconic motif means you’ll certainly look good while doing good.
Who: Mugler and Gentle Monster
What: New collaboration
Where: Online at mugler.com and gentlemonster.com and at select stores globally
Why: Already a favorite duo among the fashion crowd, Mugler and Gentle Monster have released another collaboration of edgy eyewear. The Spiral 01 and Spiral 02 styles offer a contemporary lens (literally) into cult-favorite accessorizing, while at the same time paying homage to Mugler’s 1997 insect-like Fourmis eyewear. The latest collection of lenses will be available to shop on July 17 and will likely go fast, so mark your iCal now.
Who: Dear Frances
What: Inaugural handbag collection
Where: Online at dearfrances.com
Why: Dear Frances, the modern, minimalist shoe brand behind your favorite mesh flat, is making its foray into the world of handbags. Comprised of six new silhouettes in black, cream, and olive, the range offers the Dear Frances woman a new addition to her closet—prioritizing timeless, functional design imbued with fine craftsmanship and detail.
Who: Monse and SHEIN
What: Exclusive collaboration
Where: Online at us.shein.com
Why: New York-based label Monse, helmed by Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia, has launched an exclusive collaboration in partnership with SHEIN X, global retailer SHEIN’s hub for supporting independent designers. Mentoring five young designers as part of the project, Kim, Garcia, and the Monse team brought to life a range of ready-to-wear and accessories offering the SHEIN customer high-level design with an accessible price tag as well as supply chain transparency. Monse signatures like deconstructed menswear and asymmetrical details are paired with two original prints (one hand-illustrated by Garcia himself) as an ode to New York and the Monse woman. “The coat, to me, is a perfect piece,” Garcia tells ELLE.com. “It is [a] lightweight trench coat with a deconstructed back, so it strips away the khaki fabric and reveals the ‘lining.’ It’s not only pretty to look at, but it’s also sentimental because it’s almost as if we’re ripping away and exposing the interior—and the interior to us is New York City.” Adds Kim: “It looks good on everyone. It’s a comfy, easy piece to wear to work.” In conjunction with the project, SHEIN made a donation to Dress for Success Greater New York City, which supports women in optimizing their wardrobe for career success with donated workwear, proving that it’s making strides in implementing more sustainable practices and having a greater social impact.
Who: Khaite and Ginori 1735
What: Limited-edition homeware collection
Where: Exclusively online at modaoperandi.com and at Khaite’s Mercer Street flagship and East Hampton outpost
Why: In exciting homeware news, Khaite has joined forces with famed Florentine design house Ginori 1735 to release an eight-piece collection of porcelain dishes, tea accessories, and objets. Drawing upon the label’s resort 2024 print inspired by Ginori’s archives, the pieces feature a lithe lounging woman; some are even sculpted to emulate draping fabric, elegantly bridging the worlds of fashion and home.
Additional reporting by Carson Stannard.
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