ercent,” he added. Gucci to Open Florence Archive for Cruise 2026 ShowGucciOn May 15, Gucci will open its Florence brand archive to spectators at Palazzo Settimanni for its Cruise 2026 show. The announcement was made on Monday by the Italian fashion house, which has been known for its extravagant and theatrical runway shows. The brand’s creative director, Alessandro Michele, has been known to draw inspiration from the past, and this time, he will be showcasing the brand’s heritage and history in its birthplace. The show will also mark the first time the brand has presented a cruise collection in Florence. South Korean Streetwear Brand POST ARCHIVE FACTION to Debut SS25 Collection at Pitti Uomo 2025POST ARCHIVE FACTION (PAF)South Korean streetwear brand POST ARCHIVE FACTION (PAF) has been announced as the honorary guest designer for the July 2025 edition of trade show Pitti Uomo. The brand, known for its unique blend of streetwear and traditional Korean elements, will debut its SS25 collection at the event. PAF’s founder and creative director, Dongjoon Lim, will also be showcasing a special installation at the show, highlighting the brand’s fusion of contemporary and traditional Korean culture. Jide Osifeso Named Reebok’s New Head of BasketballJide OsifesoReebok has officially announced Jide Osifeso, the designer behind menswear label Hymne, as its new Head of Basketball. Osifeso, who has previously worked with Nike and Fear of God, will be responsible for leading the brand’s basketball division and creating new designs and collaborations. In a statement, Osifeso said, “I am excited to join Reebok and help shape the future of basketball culture. I look forward to bringing my unique perspective and vision to the brand and working with the team to create innovative and authentic products for the basketball community.” Yoshida & Co. Unveils Special Biomaterial Edition of PORTER Tanker Bag SeriesYoshida & Co.Japanese label Yoshida & Co. has unveiled a special biomaterial edition of its PORTER Tanker bag series in celebration of its 90th anniversary. The bags, made from a sustainable and biodegradable material called “Biomass Plastic,” will be available in three different sizes and feature the brand’s signature orange lining. The bags will be released on May 10, the same day as the opening of the ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style’ exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Stay Up to Date on the Latest Fashion News with HypebeastHypebeastStay up to date on the latest fashion news and trends with Hypebeast. From exclusive previews of exhibitions to brand announcements and collaborations, Hypebeast has got you covered. Don’t miss out on the top stories of the week and stay ahead of the game in the fashion industry.
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Inside The Met’s ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style’ Exhibition, Contemporary Designers Define the Modern Black Dandy
On Monday night, the annual Met Gala celebrated the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute’s ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style’ exhibition. The annual festivity brought out some of the most influential cultural figures to the Met steps, including carpet queen Rihanna in March Jacobs and Met Gala co-chair Colman Domingo in Valentino. But days before the Met Gala inaugurated the exhibition, the Metropolitan Museum gave Hypebeast an exclusive preview of the exhibition with guest curator Monica Miller, author of Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity. Open to the public on May 10, the showcase chronicles Black dandyism and fashion’s role in shaping Black identities from the 18th century to today, building on the narratives told in Miller’s 2009 text through a collection of costumes, photographs, fine art, and more historical paraphernalia.
Maison Margiela, Diesel, Jil Sander & More May See up to 9 Percent Price Hikes Due to Tariffs
On Monday, OTB Group commented on possible price increases across its brands if US President Donald Trump’s controversial tariffs go into effect. According to Reuters, the Italian conglomerate, parent to Maison Margiela, Diesel, Jil Sander, Marni, Amiri, and more, is presently evaluating the impact of the tariff increases on price points across the group overall. At a press conference regarding the brand’s new sustainability report, OTB CEO Ubaldo Minelli said, “We are evaluating, brand by brand, possible actions to reduce the impact.” “Simulations indicate that to balance the impact, we would have to increase prices by 8-9 percent,” he added.
Gucci to Open Florence Archive for Cruise 2026 Show
On May 15, Gucci will open its Florence brand archive to spectators at Palazzo Settimanni for its Cruise 2026 show. The announcement was made on Monday by the Italian fashion house, which has been known for its extravagant and theatrical runway shows. The brand’s creative director, Alessandro Michele, has been known to draw inspiration from the past, and this time, he will be showcasing the brand’s heritage and history in its birthplace. The show will also mark the first time the brand has presented a cruise collection in Florence.
South Korean Streetwear Brand POST ARCHIVE FACTION to Debut SS25 Collection at Pitti Uomo 2025
South Korean streetwear brand POST ARCHIVE FACTION (PAF) has been announced as the honorary guest designer for the July 2025 edition of trade show Pitti Uomo. The brand, known for its unique blend of streetwear and traditional Korean elements, will debut its SS25 collection at the event. PAF’s founder and creative director, Dongjoon Lim, will also be showcasing a special installation at the show, highlighting the brand’s fusion of contemporary and traditional Korean culture.
Jide Osifeso Named Reebok’s New Head of Basketball
Reebok has officially announced Jide Osifeso, the designer behind menswear label Hymne, as its new Head of Basketball. Osifeso, who has previously worked with Nike and Fear of God, will be responsible for leading the brand’s basketball division and creating new designs and collaborations. In a statement, Osifeso said, “I am excited to join Reebok and help shape the future of basketball culture. I look forward to bringing my unique perspective and vision to the brand and working with the team to create innovative and authentic products for the basketball community.”
Yoshida & Co. Unveils Special Biomaterial Edition of PORTER Tanker Bag Series
Japanese label Yoshida & Co. has unveiled a special biomaterial edition of its PORTER Tanker bag series in celebration of its 90th anniversary. The bags, made from a sustainable and biodegradable material called “Biomass Plastic,” will be available in three different sizes and feature the brand’s signature orange lining. The bags will be released on May 10, the same day as the opening of the ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style’ exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Stay Up to Date on the Latest Fashion News with Hypebeast
Stay up to date on the latest fashion news and trends with Hypebeast. From exclusive previews of exhibitions to brand announcements and collaborations, Hypebeast has got you covered. Don’t miss out on the top stories of the week and stay ahead of the game in the fashion industry.
