Tag: collaboration
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Fila collaboration with Haider Ackermann
Bertolino concurred, speaking in the same article: “Designer collaborations bring brand equity to Fila. …It shows that the brand can stand that test of time. Redefining and elevating the brand happens with collaborations first.” I was enlightened by reading what the Fila representatives had to say. Looking back, I have to admit that saying someone…
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Now even your bed can wear Jacquemus
Jacquemus have recently unveiled a line of homeware, in collaboration with the Copenhagen-based brand, Tekla. Items include all organic cotton pieces- bed sheets, towels, robes, and clothing. Here are the items that caught my eye. Yes, I am aware that it is a very expensive towel. Let me enjoy the beautifully rich brown through my…
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Why you’ll probably keep seeing Adidas brand collaborations
Adidas has had a string of designer collaborations of late. I’ve covered a few of them on my site, but a more exhaustive list includes: Gucci, Prada, Thebe Magugu, Stella McCartney, Balenciaga, Farm Rio, Ivy Park, Marimekko, Victoria Beckham, Jeremy Scott, Yohji Yamamoto, and probably more that I just can’t recall. Naturally, my curiosity got…
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Adidas x Balenciaga collab on sale now
Yet again, Adidas have partnered with a luxury house for a collection. This time they have joined forces with Balenciaga. The collaboration, on sale now, joins the exaggerated, oversized silhouette the luxury house has been showing recently with the trademarked trefoil and 3-stripes designs of the athletic brand. While the Adidas site only displays pieces…
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Dior x Thebe Magugu x CTAOP, all for a good cause
Dior have partnered with Thebe Magugu for a special collection. Sales from the items support the CTAOP, or the Charlize Theron African Outreach Project. Magugu seems to remain hot and much sought after for collaborations. I am not sure how this collaboration came about, but it only makes sense to bring on a designer who…
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Brand Spotlight: Thebe Magugu- Highlights and Collaborations
Straight to the point, here is a roundup of the various collaborations and highlights I have discovered to date, featuring Thebe Magugu. Other than pictures of beautiful clothes, why bring up these collaborations? 1. I personally think it’s interesting, so I am writing about it. 2. It seems to me that collaborations is a key…
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Adidas x Thebe Magugu collection is now available
Alright, this is very quick post today. I just wanted to highlight the new Adidas collection in collaboration with Thebe Magugu. Magugu is a South African designer whose work is essentially an exploration of his African heritage. I am not diving too deep into the brand right now, I just want to highlight this launch.…
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FUBU Part 2: The Resurgence
As I mentioned in Part 1 of my piece on FUBU, the brand was major a major player in the nineties and early 2000s streetwear landscape. However, they stopped U.S. sales in 2003. Emphasis there: U.S. sales. The brand continued to be sold in other markets, particularly Japan. However, stateside, the brand has experienced a…
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The On x Loewe collaboration that flew well below my radar
Well, I had no idea that On and Loewe partnered for a special edition run. The pairing brough together two houses know for craftmanship and attention to details in their respective lanes. On is known as a maker of comfortable performance wear, and Loewe, is in my opinion, is known well for its fine leather…
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The sellout Nike x Jacquemus collab will hopefully be restocked soon
Nike and Jacquemus paired up for what the designer referred to as “sensual” sportswear. This collaboration led to a rebirth of the Humara shoe, with natural earthy color ways. The drop also featured clothing pieces in performance fabrics. This all went live on June 28 and pretty much immediately sold out. However, multiple sources say…
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