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It’s all go in the world of Swedish denim brand Acne. Not only is it gearing up for the launch of a highly anticipated collaboration with French fashion house Lanvin, but it has also designed the perfect trousers for men and women this summer – the Pop Chino. The light trousers are available in a range of colours, including Jones (shown left) and Cash Machine (bright blue), and the reworking of the classic design features contrasting inner pocket detail, double pleats and turn-ups. Each pair costs (€150).
Hoet stuff
In the summer’s hit film Sex And The City – The Movie, the flamboyant and successful PR-agent Samantha Jones, played by the fabulous Kim Cattrall, is seen sporting sunglasses from Belgian eyewear brand Theo. So keep up with the fashionistas and check out their latest collection, featuring the ultra lightweight Mobydick’s with titanium frames. Each pair is hallmarked with a safety pin. Nab your pair before the sun goes down from Hoet on Dansaertstraat in Brussels.
ICONIC FASHION
Pepe Jeans is giving everyone a chance at 15 minutes of fame with a collection inspired by pop artist Andy Warhol. Launched in conjunction with the Andy Warhol
Foundation the 250-piece collection is based around two distinct lines, Pop and Factory. Items include A-line denim dresses, studded blazers, branded denim and shirts displaying
Campbell’s Soup cans, Marilyn Monroe and giant price tags.
BE THE BOSS OF YOU
Hugo Boss has launched its first jewellery ranges for men and women to complement its Boss Black and Boss Orange collections. The Boss Black pieces (shown above) are sophisticated and sleek, and include earrings, bracelets, necklaces and cufflinks in sterling silver with Swarovski Crystallized Elements. The Boss Orange jewellery range has a more experimental aesthetic – ‘Navy’ has knot details, while ‘Rebellion’ focuses on a mix of antique-finished chains. And with more than a hundred designs to choose from, there’s bound to be something for everyone.
Pump action
Iconic French shoe company Repetto is celebrating its 60th anniversary with an exhibition at London’s Dover Street Market until 13 September. The show includes a selection of the brand’s iconic ballet pumps – including the scarlet bejewelled Cinderella slipper worn by Brigitte Bardot in And God Created Woman – together with customised designs from Catherine Deneuve, Chloe Sevigny, Helmut Lang and Commes des Garcons’ Rei Kawakubo. Each pair of pumps will be auctioned off in October, with all proceeds going to Unesco. So why not treat yourself? www.repetto.com
MEN IN BLACK
Following the success of its White Shirt and Classic Sunglasses projects, Topman is launching the Black Trouser Project. Five prominent menswear designers – Patrik Ervell, Tim Hamilton, Ann-Sofie Back, Todd Lynn and Aitor Throup – have been invited to reinterpret the classic menswear staple, a pair of black trousers. From a drop-crotch design to a daring pair of ultra-skinnies, each designer has excelled in creating trousers that not only reflect their own design aesthetics but challenge the existing Topman one. Prices start at (€82). www.topman.com
Tribute fits to a T
Pay your respects to the late great jazz musician Chet Baker with a T-shirt from Paul Smith. The Let’s Get Lost shirt has been launched to mark the re-release of Bruce Weber’s 1988 film of the same name, which followed Baker in the year before he died as he toured the US and Europe. The limited edition T-shirt, which costs (€82), includes stills from the film and scribblings by Baker.
Mind your PPQ
Up-and-coming jewellery designer Andy Farrow has joined forces with cult design duo Amy Molyneux and Percy Parker – better known as PPQ – for a dazzling array of necklaces, cuffs, earrings and accessories. Having already collaborated with the likes of Vivienne Westwood and Swarovski, Farrow’s gold mesh necklaces, oversized earrings, crystal-coated bangles and hair combs are guaranteed to add a touch of sparkle this summer.
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