Adidas x Prada Re-Nylon
Adidas and Prada are making waves in 2022 with a new instalment of their ongoing collaboration: think sneakers, bags and apparel, all marked with Prada’s iconic metal triangle and Adidas’ signature three stripes. The collection has a decided focus on sustainability, incorporating Prada Re-Nylon, a groundbreaking textile that repurposes plastic waste from oceans and textile fibre waste. For footwear, the duo dipped into the Adidas Originals archive to transform the legendary Adidas Originals Forum with a Prada twist. Available in both high and low silhouettes, the monochromatic black and white colourways have a retro-chic feel, made contemporary with the addition of a removable Prada mini-pouch.
Available on January 13 at Prada boutiques, prada.com and adidas.com/prada
Loewe x Spirited Away
Calling all Studio Ghibli fans! Loewe has collaborated with the 2001 film Spirited Away, their second Studio Ghibli collection after releasing a My Neighbour Totoro collection last year. Creative Director Jonathan Anderson revealed to Vogue that Spirited Away is one of his all-time favourite Studio Ghibli films, and has incorporated some of the film’s iconic characters and moments across Loewe’s puzzle and hammock bags, blankets, apparel and more. “I love how [Studio] Ghibli has been able to achieve this incredible kind of emotional craft and apply it to an image,” the designer said.
Available on January 7 at loewe.com
Balmain x Barbie (Mattel)
Balmain Creative Director Olivier Rousteing has joined forces with Barbie’s Mattel to launch a genderless collection inspired by the iconic childhood dolls. Paying homage to both Barbie and Ken, the collection fuses Balmain house codes with lashings of bubblegum pink and a more muted pink tone that Rousteing is known for. The Labyrinth monogram designed in the ‘70s, shoulder pads and even some couture pieces have been incorporated into the 50-piece collection of clothing and accessories, while three NFTs featuring Balmain Barbies will be up for auction.
Available on January 13 worldwide at balmain.com
Shushu/Tong x Charles & Keith
Shanghai-based designer Shushu/Tong is collaborating with footwear and accessories brand Charles & Keith on a rose-inspired accessories line. Liushu Lei and Yutong Jiang, the designers behind the brand, have become known for their feminine silhouettes and dainty satin pieces, designing the iconic bow top that Blackpink’s Lisa wore on the cover of Vogue Hong Kong’s July 2021 issue. With a colour palette of red, pink and black, the duo have created patent Mary Janes embellished with a silky rose and chunky heel, while satin leather handbags are available in two colourways, a red and pink rose print and a plain black style with a patent rose in the same shade.
Available on January 11 at selected Charles & Keith boutiques and on charleskeith.com
Louis Vuitton Monogram Jacquard Denim Bags
Louis Vuitton is re-releasing some of its most signature handbag silhouettes with a denim twist. Emblazoned with the white LV monogram, each bag is reminiscent of the Y2K era, channeling a nostalgic feel with a contemporary twist. The brand’s Onthego, Speedy, Loop and Dauphine silhouettes will be available in new denim iterations across a range of sizes, complete with gold hardware and white stitch detailing.
Available now at louisvuitton.com
Bottega for Bottegas
Bottega Veneta has officially announced kickstarted its Bottega for Bottegas initiative, paying homage to the sustained craft of Italy’s bottegas. 12 Italian bottegas were spotlighted, crafting everything from biscuits and paper to ceramics, wine and olive oil. “We are proud to offer worldwide visibility to these “Bottegas” that are deeply rooted in Italian culture, specially at a time where smaller entities continue to be impacted by the pandemic,” said Bottega Veneta CEO Bartolomeo Rongone.
Available now online and in Bottega Veneta stores in Italy
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Lead image: courtesy of Loewe
