Need To Know: Dior unveils Lucky Dior capsule, Martine Rose releases new Nike collaboration, Balenciaga re-opens its iconic couture boutique, SCAD premieres Alaïa exhibition.
DIOR UNVEILS LUCKY DIOR CAPSULE, TEASING AUTUMN-WINTER 2022 COLLECTION
Maria Grazia Chiuri and Dior have unveiled Lucky Dior, a capsule ready-to-wear creations and accessories designed by the womenswear designer, celebrating Dior’s unique heritage. Paying tribute to Monsieur Dior’s passion for signs of destiny, the astrology-inspired Zodiac Pixel print reinvents the symbols of the star signs in vibrantly hued designs, punctuating dresses, pants, and shorts along with flowing ensembles and bathrobes from the Dior Chez Moi wardrobe.
These colourful patterns also feature a series of scarves, Walk'n'Dior sneakers, Dway sandals, as well as on the Dior Book Tote, Lady D-Lite and Lady Dior bags. All are finished with another of the House’s fundamentals, Christian Dior’s lucky star, which studs ionic pieces like an enchanting constellation of metallic eyelets.
Explore more at www.dior.com, the full AW22 collection will be released on July 21st.
MARTINE ROSE RELEASES NEW NIKE SHOX MR4 CAPSULE, CELEBRATING WOMEN’S FOOTBALL STORIES
In collaboration with Nike, Martine Rose expands the exploration of women’s football, launching the Nike Shox MR4, the brand's interpretation of the Nike Shox R4. Martine returns to a near-universal common language of football for this instalment in her football voyage, coinciding with the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 tournament. This partnership with Nike marks an acknowledgement of how inclusive and accepting football can - and should - be for women from all walks of life. No matter their professional background, religion, ethnicity or age, the incredible women that Martine Rose spotlights are united by their self-definition as footballers.
“We feel the end product is so successful because it’s still recognisable as a Shox, it’s just silghtly different. It’s almost not until you put your feet into the shoe that you realise how significant the height difference is which is nice. We wanted to balance it so that it’s striking but not too extreme.” said Shauni Douglas, Martine Rose’s Design Director.
Explore more of the collaboration at www.martine-rose.com
BALENCIAGA OPENS DOORS TO ITS ICONIC COUTURE BOUTIQUE AT THE HISTORIC AVENUE GEORGE V LOCATION IN PARIS
After showcasing his second couture collection for Balenciaga, Demna has taken a step forward into the future of couture by re-opening the iconically historic space to the public, in the newly renovated Avenue George V boutique. Dedicated to preserving Balenciaga’s heritage in its original location, first opened in 1937, crafting couture for today. Going beyond the salons reserved for client fittings, the boutique is a gesture to share Balenciaga know-how and welcome customers who want rare and unique products within the historic Parisian address.
“The concept of the Couture Store is a gateway to Couture, which remains a very closed universe, especially for new generations. In this new store, products, made to measure services and retail excellence are a reinvention of the Balenciaga client experience. It is exciting to be able to present this level of craft, creativity and made-in-France savoir-faire in our historical address.” says Cédric Charbit, Balenciaga’s CEO.
Explore more about the space at www.balenciaga.com.
SCAD LACOSTE CELEBRATES 20TH ANNIVERSARY WITH THE FIRST AZZEDINE ALAÏA EXHIBITION IN PROVENCE
Tracing the arc of Alaïa's legendary career, L'Art de la Mode artfully presents 20 iconic gowns, sleek suits, and other exquisitely tailored creations from the designer's archives that evoke his timeless aesthetic and evidence his artistic triumphs. The exhibition showcases Alaïa's mastery of silhouette, and his icon status as a master of cut and proportion, heralding his talent of constructing garments that empower the female form.
L'Art de la Mode has a selection of 20 iconic models from the designer's archives by Olivier Saillard. The exhibition is open to the general public from June 27 to October 29, Monday to Saturday from 10am to 7pm.
