des hoodies, sweatpants, and T-shirts. BAPE Celebrates 20 Years of Iconic Hoodie with Expansive Re-IssueBAPE 20th Anniversary BAPE is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its iconic hoodie with a massive re-issue. The brand has announced that it will be re-releasing 20 different versions of the hoodie, each featuring a different design from the past two decades. The collection will include collaborations with other brands such as Coca-Cola, Pepsi, and Marvel, as well as BAPE’s signature camo and shark designs. The re-issue will also include a special edition hoodie featuring a gold foil print of the brand’s iconic Ape Head logo. The collection will be available at select BAPE stores and online starting November 3rd. PLEATS PLEASE ISSEY MIYAKE Opens New Store in NYCPLEATS PLEASE ISSEY MIYAKE Japanese brand PLEATS PLEASE ISSEY MIYAKE has opened a new store in New York City, joining other cutting-edge fashion brands in the city’s trendy SoHo neighborhood. The store features the brand’s signature pleated garments, as well as a range of other clothing and accessories. The store’s design is inspired by the brand’s philosophy of “a piece of cloth is a piece of art,” with a minimalistic and modern aesthetic. The store also features a special installation by artist and designer Taku Satoh, showcasing the brand’s innovative pleating techniques. The new store is a must-visit for fashion lovers and fans of Japanese design. Crocs Appoints Steven Smith as Executive Vice President of DesignCrocs Steven Smith, the designer behind iconic sneakers like the Reebok Instapump Fury and New Balance 1500, has been appointed as the Executive Vice President of Design at Crocs. In his new role, Smith will focus on driving innovation and creativity at the brand, known for its comfortable and casual footwear. Smith’s appointment comes as Crocs looks to expand its offerings and appeal to a wider audience. With his extensive experience in the footwear industry, Smith is expected to bring fresh ideas and designs to the brand. Stone Island Unveils New Applications of Thermosensitive TechnologiesStone Island Italian brand Stone Island has unveiled new applications of its thermosensitive technologies, which change color in response to temperature changes. The brand has released a new collection featuring jackets, sweatshirts, and T-shirts that change color when exposed to heat. The collection also includes a special edition jacket that changes color when exposed to water. These innovative designs showcase the brand’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of fashion and technology.
In this week’s biggest fashion headlines, athletic and lifestyle brands flex healthy growth and monumental partnerships, Japanese brands expand horizons while looking back nostalgically, and innovation comes to the fore with new creative appointments and material applications.
Amer Sports Reports Impressive Growth, Fear of God ESSENTIALS Partners with NBA
Salomon and Arc’teryx Owner Amer Sports Reports Major Boost in Q3 Report
Fear of God ESSENTIALS Announces Multi-Year NBA and WNBA Partnership
BAPE Celebrates 20 Years of Iconic Hoodie with Expansive Re-Issue
PLEATS PLEASE ISSEY MIYAKE Opens New Store in NYC
Crocs Appoints Steven Smith as Executive Vice President of Design
Stone Island Unveils New Applications of Thermosensitive Technologies
In the world of fashion, big things are happening. From impressive growth to exciting partnerships, the industry is buzzing with news. Here’s a roundup of the top stories you need to know this week.
Amer Sports, the parent company of popular brands Salomon and Arc’teryx, has released a redemptive Q3 report, rebounding strongly from a lackluster February IPO with major growth across its portfolio. Meanwhile, Fear of God ESSENTIALS, headed by Jeremy Lorenzo, has announced a multi-year partnership with the NBA and WNBA under its ESSENTIALS label, marking a major milestone for the streetwear purveyor and establishing a new level of collaboration between sports culture and streetwear brands.
But that’s not all. BAPE is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its iconic hoodie with a massive re-issue, featuring 20 different versions of the hoodie with designs from the past two decades. PLEATS PLEASE ISSEY MIYAKE has also opened a new store in New York City, showcasing its signature pleated garments and a special installation by artist and designer Taku Satoh. And in the world of footwear, Steven Smith, the designer behind iconic sneakers like the Reebok Instapump Fury and New Balance 1500, has been appointed as the Executive Vice President of Design at Crocs, bringing fresh ideas and designs to the brand. Lastly, Italian brand Stone Island has unveiled new applications of its thermosensitive technologies, showcasing its commitment to pushing the boundaries of fashion and technology.
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