adidas: where most collaborative relationships consist of reworking existing models, OAMC and adidas Originals‘ efforts have always produced brand-new silhouettes over a half dozen, to be exact. Now, as part of its FW21 collection, the partnership has readied another brand-new silhouette dubbed the Type O-9.
Inspired by adidas’ Microbounce technology from the ’00s made famous by silhouettes like the Microbounce T1 and the artist Robert Gober, the Type O-9 arrives in three colors: “Earth,” “Natural White” and “Asphalt.” All three styles boast a premium upper that’s made of supple crosta suede and classic polyester mesh. These two divergent materials are joined together by a thick line of double embroidery that runs from heel to toe, while the entire assemblage is bolstered by bulky TPU toe caps and heel clips, the former of which boasts tonal embossed branding. Down below, midsoles offer full-foot Microbounce cushioning and sleek rubber outsoles supply a fini
Craftmanship and sustainability: these are key ingredients in the creations of
Shuzo Matsuhashi, a 26-year-old Japanese fashion designer based in Vienna. His work will soon be cast into the global spotlight, as one of nine creatives between the ages of 18 and 25 selected from 400 applicants worldwide taking part in the inaugural Creatives for Our Future initiative, set up by the Swarovski Foundation to identify and nurture young talent.
1. What creative influences did you experience as a child in Tokyo? My parents don’t work in creative industries: My father is a dental technician, and my mother works in a hospital. But my mother likes handicrafts and used to make bags for me when I was a child. So I guess they are both good with their hands. I was also good at drawing and origami although I preferred playing outside to staying at home.
Christine Hahn
Tracee Ellis Ross seldom sits still. And when she’s particularly excited which is more often than not her large eyes dance, her sinewy arms swoop about like untethered kites, and her wide smile beams brighter than a billboard in Times Square. She’s the living embodiment of the phrase “Go big or go home.” And though she looks nothing like a certain iconic redhead, I’m so struck by her emotiveness and physicality during our conversation that I suggest she should’ve been cast as Lucille Ball in the upcoming Aaron Sorkin biopic. “Do you know how many people would be upset if a Black woman played Lucille Ball?” Ross exclaims. “But I want to so badly. Do you know who else I wanted to play? I wanted to play Miss Hannigan in
Party dresses: up your glamour game
Party dresses: up your glamour game
How to navigate ocassion wear in the new different? These party dresses will dial up the drama
Left, Dress, £8,200, by Chanel. Legging boots, £2,150, by Balenciaga. Earrings, £195, by Completedworks, Right, Dress, £2,030, by Salvatore Ferragamo. Earrings, £195, by Completedworks.
Fashion: Jason Hughes
Slowly but surely, the pleasurable prospect of dressing up again is becoming a reality. But what do you do when all we can remember is how to snuggle into our sweatpants? From cocktail dresses to wedding guest dresses, there’s a host of event get-ups for diving into this spring, whether you’re enthused about something streamlined or keen to show off dramatic and embellished forms.