Mid-July is typically when swim market players are keen on pushing their hero product, but Same is doing the opposite with an eye toward ready-to-wear. On Monday, the Los Angeles-based brand from social media personality Shea Marie launched its first line of curvaceous knit dresses and skirt sets available online. Totaling just seven skus, the … Read more
Since its founding in 1989, Arc’teryx has embraced the outdoors and created highly technical apparel for the exploration of the rugged terrain around its headquarters in North Vancouver, British Columbia, and elsewhere. But the Salish Sea coastline where Arc’teryx was created is also the unceded territory of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh nations. And now, … Read more
GUCCI’S TENNIS COURT: Gucci’s ambitions on the tennis court are getting even more serious. After unveiling a campaign with Italian tennis ace Jannik Sinner and driving buzz online this week when the brand ambassador appeared on the Roland Garros court sporting a Gucci x Head all-white leather duffel bag — the result of a one-off … Read more
MILAN — La DoubleJ has partnered with the British brand Orlebar Brown on a summer capsule collection to be released on June 4. The collection, which includes 34 swimwear and apparel styles, marks the first time La DoubleJ’s founder J.J. Martin has tied up with a menswear label and brings her brand’s signature flamboyant and joyous … Read more
Diehard fans of ‘90s minimalism even at the seaside, rejoice. French contemporary brand Soeur has released a swimwear collaboration with Italy’s indie beachwear specialist Lido that exudes the era’s vibes with its clean lines and sophisticated color palette. The focused lineup hinges on three swimsuit styles cut in classic and comfy one-piece and bikini silhouettes … Read more
Following the opening of its first pop-up in the Italian market, Parisian brand Sézane continues to pen a love letter to the country by unveiling a limited-edition capsule collection with local brand Momonì. The lineup oozes summer vibes thanks to floral patterns galore seen on frilly blouses, halter-neck tops, feminine dresses, midi and long skirts, … Read more
MILAN — The eco credentials of luxury swimwear brand Kampos, a B Corp since 2022, are setting sail on a new sea, courtesy of a tie-up with the 7Pines Resort Sardinia. After testing linkups with other international hospitality operators, including the Park Hyatt, Four Seasons and Cala di Volpe hotels as well as Planhotel Hospitality Group-owned … Read more
NEAPOLITAN MATCH: Fashion’s love of tennis has reached match point, with brands across price points rushing to secure deals with the sport’s stars and dropping gear intended for its aficionados. Luxury menswear brand Kiton and its brother label KNT have debuted “A Grand Journey,” a capsule collection devoted to tennis clothing with 1970s whiffs reinterpreted … Read more
Ahead of beach season, midrange shoemaker M.Gemi is joining forces with Cosabella, better known for its seamless lace and mesh lingerie, on a coordinated line of sandals and swim. Launching online Friday, the capsule ranges from $110 to $248 and draws on the shared Italian heritage of both brands, introducing their bestsellers in exclusive colorways … Read more
Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini has launched its first beachwear capsule collection, playing with feminine styles as well as sportier options. The line builds on the direction Lorenzo Serafini has been plying of late, one that balances graphic silhouettes and comfortable stretchy fabrics. Recurring design elements of the brand are seen in the collection, ranging from floral … Read more
