CLARKS ORIGINALS x MIDNIGHT REINTERPRET THE WALLABEE SHOE 

Germany-founded fashion brand MiDNIGHT teamed up with British shoemaker Clarks to give the Wallabee a fresh design upgrade. The young clothing label and event host MiDNIGHT brings a fresh spirit to the collaboration with Clarks, a global business rich in tradition and established since its founding 200 years ago. A synergy between the use of leather and quilted polyester highlights creates the Wallabee’s new, interesting look and adds a slightly glossy finish to the upper. The shoe’s official release is on February 1st at the Soto Store in Berlin. Later, it can be purchased online at MiDNIGHT’s online shop from February 3rd. 

ZEGNA’S WINTER 2025 SHOW: VELLUS AUREUM 

Vellus Aureum, Latin for “Golden Fleece,” is a legendary artifact from Greek mythology, symbolizing the pursuit of an unattainable goal. Zegna reinterprets this concept as its aspiration to achieve unparalleled excellence in crafting the finest fabrics and garments. The House’s latest collection, bearing this symbolic title, showcases timeless tailored suits and coats made from the finest materials. 

Presented on a lush green lawn under the artistic direction of Alessandro Sartori, the collection highlights cashmere and cotton corduroy suits in an earthy color palette that perfectly complements the natural setting. Infused with a generous dose of Italian flair, the designs underline Zegna’s commitment to sophistication. Regarding this collection, Alessandro Sartori explained: “In this collection items are nonchalantly chosen and spontaneously mixed recounting an encounter of generations in the name of Italian style. The man I have in mind has raided a wardrobe in which pieces have been collected over the decades, for their emotional and material value. Working with washed wools and Vellus Aureum we have been able to transfer lived life into the garments.” 

RICK OWENS X RIMOWA DRAMATIZE THE SUITCASE  

Travel outfitter RIMOWA teamed up with Rick Owens, the fashion brand on everyone’s lips, to give the classic rolling suitcase a high-class upgrade. RIMOWA’s famous aluminium craftsmanship perfectly merges with Rick Owens’ dark and monolithic aesthetic, creating the RIMOWA Original Cabin Bronze suitcase. Each one of them is unique because of the patinated aluminium finish that never looks exactly the same. For the color, Rick Owens took inspiration from Giacometti’s and other artists’ bronze statues. The patina supports it to age beautifully and makes it a timeless statement piece for every trip and every destination. One perfect suitcase–that’s what Rick Owens wanted to create. “No matter how far or long, I only bring one carry-on,” he highlights, “I don’t need much, but I like my bare necessities to be as supernatural as possible.”  

Designer Michèle Lamy is the face of the campaign, combining her remarkable aesthetic with the roughness of a factory. The RIMOWA Original Cabin Bronze will be available from January 30th at select stores of the two brands, as well as online.  

MIU MIU REVEALS “DUETS”, THE SPRING/SUMMER 2025 CAMPAIGN 

The new Miu Miu campaign under the creative direction of Miuccia Prada takes you on a journey through the emotions of childhood, adulthood in today’s world, and the moments in between. As minimalistic as the setting and background may be, the models are captivating: Liu Haocun, Kayije Kagame, Sunday Rose Kidman Urban, Joey King, Lena Mantler, and Eliot Sumner show the variety of faces that represent the brand’s core. In coltish, simple outfits styled by Lotta Volkova, the protagonists play with shadows and instruments while surrendering to their vivid world of thoughts. The campaign’s art director Edward Quarmby gives them the freedom to express themselves very naturally, and photographer Lengua captured all the moments. Clothes-wise, DUETS is quintessentially Miu Miu: capturing the essence of feminine and boyish looks that every person can interpret differently, just as the models do.  

BLAUER X PIRELLI LAUNCH GENDERLESS CAPSULE COLLECTION  

Functionality wear brand Blauer met tyre manufacturer Pirelli to design a four-piece unisex outerwear capsule collection. For the design, they blur the lines between sport, practical outerwear, and premium garments. The result: a water- and windproof puffer jacket, a sleeveless puffer ideal for layered looks, a “2 in 1” parka consisting of a windbreaker and a removable padded inner, and a functional trench coat, the most elegant piece of this capsule. To quote Marco Maria Tronchetti Provera, who is working at Pirelli’s design department: “The partnership with Blauer represents a clear opportunity for us: to explore new expressive possibilities of our brand through apparel that puts the consumer in touch with the Pirelli world of emotions, identity and passion.”  

All styles come in the colors black and yellow and will be available from August in Blauer flagship stores, online, and in select boutiques worldwide.  

A COLORS SHOW FEATURING BERQ 

Berlin-based music platform COLORS showcases talented musicians online as well as offline. Recently, COLORS connected with German newcomer singer Berq, who has quickly reached a large, growing audience fascinated by his emotional music and thoughtful lyrics. Together they produced A COLORS SHOW, an artistic performance based on Berq’s song “Heimweg”. In front of an intense green backdrop, the singer performs his song and invites the viewers to empathize with the moment of coming back home and deciding where to go, alone or together, and what to expect for the rest of the night. His voice fills the plain stage in a captivating way, and about this unique experience stated the musician: “There’s an undeniable rawness to the experience, and the focus on your voice and presence is much sharper in the COLORS setup compared to other stages, where I’m rarely alone. It’s intense, but in the best way”.  

MONTBLANC UNVEILS NEW LEATHER COLLECTION 

For a fresh start this spring, Montblanc introduces its first leather goods collection of the year, featuring sleek monochrome designs that effortlessly complement seasonal essentials. The collection comes in three sophisticated shades: smoky blue—a muted, greyish light blue; intense cassis—a deep, rich purple; and cayenne—a warm, terracotta-inspired dark orange. Under the artistic direction of Marco Tomasetta, the bags showcase clean, minimalist silhouettes, making them versatile companions for everyday life. Montblanc’s latest leather collection is available now in boutiques and online.