Hottest new fashion collabs to know about for AW24
With Fashion Week buzz finally over, the season now brings exciting partnerships and exclusive collections from some of the most captivating brands and designers.
Collaborations are the key to innovation, whether that is in the fashion industry or others. For instance, a luxury brand could team up with a company that specialises in sustainable materials to demonstrate its dedication to eco-friendly practices. There's significant value in showcasing the brand beyond its usual channels and aligning it with cool and trendy fashion labels. This strategy tends to strengthen the emotional bond with consumers and solidifies the brand's values in a surprising context. With autumn and winter's arrival, a slew of thrilling fashion collaborations is hitting our radar. Among the most eagerly awaited are the partnership between Vivienne Westwood and Palace, a new capsule collection from Annie’s Ibiza and Clio Peppiatt, and a handbag collaboration between Mulberry and Rejina Pyo.
This week, we’ve compiled a list of the freshest and most talked-about fashion collaborations that are sure to be the highlight of the season. If you come across any remarkable fashion collaborations that we might have missed, we invite you to share them in the comments below. We're always on the lookout for new topics to dive into, so your suggestions are greatly appreciated. Remember, sharing is caring!
Vivienne Westwood x Palace
This exciting fashion collaboration between Vivienne Westwood and the London skate brand Palace features an array of clothing, jewellery, accessories, and skateboards, merging the rebellious and disruptive styles of both brands. You can check out the selection here.
Drawing inspiration from Westwood’s extensive archives, the collection showcases prints from the late designer’s SS92 line, along with iconic corsets that define her work. While Palace has garnered admiration from A-listers like Dua Lipa and Rihanna, it is primarily a menswear brand; this collaboration marks the first time they have introduced pieces specifically tailored for women, such as mini-skirts and micro shorts. In other words, the capsule collection really brings together Palace’s identity with a London twist.
Mulberry x Rejina Pyo
Mulberry has collaborated with London-based designer Rejina Pyo, originally from South Korea, to create an exclusive limited-edition capsule collection featuring 15 pieces. This collection showcases stylish autumn-inspired bags and jewellery, along with a range of ready-to-wear items, including draped knitwear, wool trousers, and an eye-catching trench coat. The line boasts an earthy color palette of brown, khaki, and grey, ideal for the upcoming season.
For Pyo, having women as the key contributors to this collaboration was of utmost importance. The collection emphasises themes of female community and womanhood, highlighted by a campaign photographed by Gwen Trannoy. Sustainability also played a vital role, with all the leather used in the collection being carbon neutral, thanks to offsetting efforts with the World Land Trust.
Mugler x Gentle Monster
Pioneering sunglasses brand Gentle Monster has collaborated with fashion and fragrance innovators Mugler to create a highly desired new eyewear collection. Fusing Mugler’s iconic legacy with Gentle Monster’s fluid design, this collection showcases two main frame silhouettes. The first, Spiral 01, draws inspiration from Mugler’s Fourmis eyewear, originally launched in 1997 as part of the renowned ‘Les Insectes’ Haute Couture collection. The second style, Spiral 02, features embossed line detailing and a sleek chrome logo.
Dilara Findikoğlu x Heaven by Marc Jacobs
London-based, Turkish-British designer Dilara Fındıkoğlu has become one of the most talked-about figures in fashion, already garnering fans such as Margot Robbie, Emma Corrin, and Zendaya. This emerging designer, celebrated for her fantastical gothic punk aesthetics, has teamed up with Heaven by Marc Jacobs to create an exciting new capsule collection. Drawing inspiration from her high school years, Fındıkoğlu incorporates styles reminiscent of icons like Avril Lavigne and Bikini Kill. The nostalgic pop-punk collection features corsets, micro minis, and an abundance of leather, with Gigi Hadid leading the fashion campaign.
Annie’s Ibiza x Clio Peppiatt
Annie’s Ibiza, a fashion brand adored by stars like Kate Moss and Rita Ora, continues to thrive, having recently unveiled its highly anticipated bridal collection. The brand is now launching a new collaboration, its second with London-based womenswear designer Clio Peppiatt.
This collection revolves around the theme of mosaics, with Doble eager to blend a fresh metalwork technique into Peppiatt’s iconic silhouettes. The outcome is a stunning array of gowns, mini dresses, jackets, skirts, and bags that feature intricate hand-stitched metalwork combined with vibrant beadwork. Drawing inspiration from Greek mythology, the designs pay tribute to the artistic legacy of British illustrator Walter Crane, celebrated for his beautiful portrayals of nature and myth.
[Info sourced on theglossarymagazine.com]