From Rick Owens: “Naming this collection Concordians, I was thinking about my 22 years of traveling to our factory in this small industrial Italian town, Concordia. And not just alone, but with my team, all traveling from their respective glittering cities—to live here in a kind of studious isolation. Almost bleakness. This cloistered life seems to be what it takes to be able to focus on reaching for something…
Federico Salvador, the Italian artist known as No Faith, treads a fine line between light and obscurity. Through his photo manipulations, he transfigures beauty, concealing it behind dark textures and layers—or perhaps revealing the depths of his darker side. His work invites viewers to question whether what they see is hidden or unveiled, offering a haunting interplay between emotion and abstraction…
David Bostränd, a graduate of the Amsterdam Fashion Institute, unveils his final collection, Nyctophilia, an evocative exploration of vulnerability and serenity found within the darkness. Central to the collection are 3D-printed accessories, which accentuate its narrative by capturing the beauty and mystery of the night. This Fall/Winter collection for both men and women draws inspiration from…
Designed in collaboration with visionary artist Michèle Lamy, Object 001 was inspired by a piece of petrified wood in her personal collection. With the idea of utility in mind, she was drawn to the communal nature of a candle and its ability to bring people together around a flame. Michèle’s creative energy, distinctive personality, and generosity make her truly one-of-a-kind. Her unique…
Lunar Laboratories, the avant-garde Romanian brand founded in Bucharest, delivered a powerful presentation at Moldovan Brands Runway 2024 with its latest collection, “Observer.” Known for pushing boundaries with its alternative aesthetic and commitment to experimentation, the brand presented pieces that embody a dark, futuristic vision of…