Men’s Fashion Week Is Here
Milan Fashion Week kicks off today and extends through January 15th. Festivities commenced with Sabato De Sarno‘s debut men’s show for Gucci, followed by Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Prada, Giorgio Armani, and Zegna. A noteworthy addition to the schedule is the debut runway show of the Italian street-tech-wear brand Stone Island on day one. Following Milan, Paris Fashion Week takes place from January 16th to the 22nd, featuring Pharrell at Louis Vuitton closing out the first day. New collections from Wales Bonner, Rick Owens, Dior Homme, Loewe, and the return of Valentino and Balmain Homme highlight the week. Newcomers to the official show calendar include Auralee and Ziggy Chen, along with the rising sportswear label Winnie, joining the ranks of Amiri, KidSuper, Rhude, and Kartik Research. [GQ]
Dior Is Headed to the Brooklyn Musuem for Pre-Fall
Dior is set to host its pre-fall 2024 fashion show on April 15th at the Brooklyn Museum in New York. The collection, designed by Maria Grazia Chiuri is a homage to the “unwavering ties forged between Dior and the United States from the very beginning of the house.” The brand’s previous pre-fall show in March, held in India at the Gateway of India overlooking the Arabian Sea, was followed by a holiday takeover of Saks Fifth Avenue’s windows and store interior last year. Now, with the upcoming collection at the Brooklyn Museum, these two activations are solidifying the brand’s deepening roots in the US. [WWD]
NYFW Preliminary Calendar Is Here
Fashion month has begun, beginning with men’s shows followed by couture. The CFDA has recently unveiled the official NYFW calendar, spanning from February 9th to the 15th. Peter Do at Helmut Lang is set to kick off the week, while CFDA chairman Thom Browne will bring it to a close. Ludovic de Saint Sernin will mark his debut outside of France with a show in NYC on February 1th at 8 PM. Returning to the schedule are Libertine, Coach, and Theophilio, with comeback moments anticipated from Monse and Delpozo. Some brands are opting for off-schedule debuts, including Peter Do, Private Policy, while Priscavera and Staud are adhering to appointments. [Vogue]
ANDAM Taps Anthony Vaccarello as a Mentor
In celebration of ANDAM’s 35th anniversary, the French fashion competition has chosen former winner Anthony Vaccarello as a mentor for its 2024 edition. This marks the first time a designer, rather than an executive, will guide the winners. Vaccarello, who won the award in 2011 and later on became the creative director of Saint Laurent, a corporate sponsor of the award, will personally select additional guest members for the jury. The designer said, “ANDAM is very important for Saint Laurent and myself. It was presided over by Monsieur Pierre Bergé from the first contest and for almost 30 years, and I had the chance to be one of the prize winners. For those reasons, I am sincerely honored to join as president of the jury for this special anniversary edition.” The grand prize winner will receive 300,000 euros, and the runner-up 100,000 euros. Vaccarello will mentor both winners for a year, focusing on both the creative and strategic aspects of their businesses. Notable past winners include Viktor & Rolf, Christophe Lemaire, Jeremy Scott, and Marine Serre. The 2023 prize was awarded to French designer Louis-Gabriel Nouchi, with Ester Manas and Duran Lantink receiving the runner-up Special Prize. [WWD]
Harry Styles Invests in S.S. Daley
Just as S.S. Daley‘s fall show in Florence debuted during Pitti Uomo, the British designer and 2022 recipient of the LVMH Prize for Young Designers, announced that Harry Styles, a longtime fan of the brand, is acquiring a minority stake in the company. The designer said, “Harry and I have a shared vision for the future of S.S. Daley and we look forward to this new chapter together as we focus on brand longevity and scaling the business into a modern British heritage house.” The connection between the two was facilitated by Styles’ stylist, Harry Lambert, responsible for sourcing looks for the artist’s “Golden” music video, featuring recent looks from Stokey-Daley’s graduate collection. The investment aims to boost S.S. Daley’s direct-to-consumer business and formulate plans for sustainable, long-term expansion, as stated by the company. [WWD]
Premier Models Contest
London model agency Premier is dedicated to supporting emerging talents and creativity through a drawing competition that featured up-and-coming fashion illustrators. This initiative provides a platform for illustrators like Moritz Ryser and Lucy Sell to showcase their work. Moritz Ryser said, “It was a pleasant surprise to discover Premier’s competition in a world where traditional fashion illustration has taken on a niche role. After submitting my initial work and being selected for the next round, I was thrilled about it being a live drawing session. Therefore my final designs aim to adhere as closely to the live drawings as possible, maintaining the raw nature of working in traditional media. Thank you Premier for hosting this.” Collaborating with Ever Press and British model Lara Mullen, the agency has created limited edition tees. All proceeds from tee sales will support Create charity and the young fashion illustrators. To purchase these exclusive tees and contribute click here.
How Skateboarding Led To Evan Mock’s Biggest Break
Models.com sat down with Evan Mock at The Standard in his usual neighborhood in the East Village to discuss how essential it is to pay homage to Hawaii, life lessons learned from skateboarding, and his unwavering commitment to constant evolution. Check out the interview here.
The Art Of Collaboration: Kanako Takase And Shingo Shibata
Models.com spoke to makeup artist Kanako Takase and hairstylist Shingo Shibata in Paris about how they got their respective starts, moving into uncharted waters, and the importance of expressing without words. Check it out here.
Conor Cunningham on Creating Surreal Moments for the Gen Z Set
Photographer Conor Cunningham has experimented with surreal moments tailored for a Gen Z audience, shooting top names like Bella Hadid, Jazelle, and Colin Jones. Dive into the intricacies of his career with #BehindTheImage, Models.com’s engaging series that returns to delve into the personal stories of established and emerging talents. Check out his interview here.
Model of the Week: Arthur Del Beato Started on the Prada Runway A Year Ago
Models.com spoke to Arthur Del Beato about getting scouted, going to Cape Town for a memorable shoot, and surfing. Check out the interview here.
