You ask, we answer @fashionbombmen ! @experiencebykymsays, “Hey hey! Can you tell me what brand is Kyrie Irving’s coat from the game in Brooklyn?” @prettyyoungtee_writes, “Hi!!! Can we find out what jacket this is that Kyrie Irving is wearing?” @tra3c asks, “Where’s this jacket from?”
While the look was modeled over an all yellow outfit, Irving went for more subdued with an olive green shirt and pants, allowing the coat to take center stage.
Because the coat is from 2018, it is no longer available! Shop other pieces by Walter von Beirendock here.
This year is making out to be another one for the records – 2022 hasn’t even entered the second quarter, yet we’ve got more designer fashion collaborations than we can count! More and more designers are teaming up with fellow brands, exchanging DNA and swapping aesthetics. The result is, well… you tell us! Here are 7 of the latest and hottest fashion collaborations of this year so far, and where you can shop them:
1. adidas x Rich Mnisi
Rich Mnisi is the young fashion designer from South Africa making a mark on the international arena! His designs are bold and vibrant, become go to choices for names like Ciara, Beyonce and Naomi Campbell. In February Adidas x Rich Mnisi released their collection together, shop below!
On January 13th, Balmain made it possible to be a Barbie girl in a Barbie world! The Barbie and Balmain collab was nothing short of what we anticipated. Dollish fits, toy-like accessories with pink everywhere, and many took a liking to it! Though the collection sold out fast, some of the looks are still available while quantities last.
When Supreme and Burberry announced a capsule collection together, it was definitely a throwback moment! The last time we saw a cross-over between these two was 25 years ago during their first collaboration together. The garments themselves give a sense of vintage and the 90s. With this joint effort, Burberry will exclusively sell items items include ing funnel-neck jacket, jogging pants and silk pyjama set. Supreme’s exclusive items for sale are a car coat, shearling-collar puffer jacket, trucker jacket, rugby top, hooded sweatshirt, jeans, denim shorts, T-shirt, crusher hat, six-panel cap and skateboard.
This one made history as Dapper Dan is the first designer to ever have their name on a Gap hoodie! Unfortunately there collab is completely out of stock as it sold out within less than 10 minutes of going live to the public on March 10th.
Gentle Monster x Coperni
Coperni and Gentle Monster joined forces to deliver a futuristic collection of specs inspired by 5G technology. The specs are chunky and goggle-like in the best way possible. They come in two different shapes, a cat-eye and a sportier frame (seen on Rihanna here below), as well as several different colour ways incorporating black, white, pink and yellow.
Every fashion girl’s collab of choice right now is Jimmy Choo x Mugler! This designer mashup brought all the things we’ve always loved about Thierry Mugler, like his signature sheer paneling against dramatic black lines, to the Jimmy Choo footwear game! Not to mention that the addition of neon green to Mugler’s palette was not only unexpected and rather refreshing.
Kanye West, Balenciaga’s Denma and Gap came together in the launch of ‘Yeezy Gap Engineered by Balenciaga’ just at the end of February. The news was announced when Kanye took to his Instagram to leak images of pieces from the capsule. Gender neutral wardrobe basics with a looser silhouette, such as hoodies, t-shirts, jeans, a denim jacket and more create the bulk of the collection. Although not yet sold out, the collection is only available for pre-order at the time of writing this article!
Visit + Subscribe to theStateofFashion.Bulletin.com to get the skinny on what it takes stylists to create memorable looks for the red carpet! Stylists Jessica Paster, Eric Burns, and Ashley Sean Thomas gave us some behinds the scenes insight on how they styled bomb ensembles for last night’s Critic’s Choice Awards.
Paster offers,” I’m so hopeful and excited that red carpets are coming back because they are joyful, even if there are some people who have something negative to say.”
We agree!
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 13: Taye Diggs and Apryl Jones attend the 27th Annual Critics Choice Awards at Fairmont Century Plaza on March 13, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for Critics Choice Association)
Crafted in collaboration with Coperni, 5G BOLD 01 is a black goggle style acetate frame with 99.9% UV protected black lenses. The bold design, highlighted by the voluminous curves, is embellished with the Coperni logo on the nose bridge and refined line details on the temples.
Glamorous, bold and confidence-boosting, her boots are crafted in Italy from supple leather with ruched cuffs and razor-sharp pointed toes.
The red carpet was rolled out for the Critics Choice Award held in Los Angeles! Out of the many celebrities who made their way past the velvet rope and into the hall, there were some who were simply unforgettable. Here are the top 5 best dressed attendees along with a few duos who killed it together:
1. Angelica Ross in Valdrin Sahiti
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Dressed by Apuje Kale, Angelica Ross wore a shimmery strapless gown that featured a high leg slit with Jimmy Choo heels and Levian jewelry. Her hair was styled by Brandon HT and makeup set by remarkable Mark Quirimit. With a glam squad like that, its no wonder she’s on our best dressed list!
2. Issa Rae in Carolina Herrera
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This one was a big moment seeing as the Critics Choice awards was Issa Rae and husband Louis Diame’s first red carpet appearance together as a husband and wife! Issa glowed in a frilly floral gown by Carolina Herrera, styled by Jason Rembert, as she graced the stage to present Halle Berry with the SeeHer award. We always love to see Issa in red and pink!
3. Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner Smith in Gucci
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Power couple Josh Jackson and Jodie Smith turned up both wearing Gucci styled by Wayman and Micah. Their outfits were decorated with Bulgari Jewels! Jodie wore rings and bracelets from the Serpenti collection and a crown with emerald stones rested on her up-do, which was done by Ursala Stephen. Her makeup was done by Seika Daley.
4. Serena and Venus Williams in Versace
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Sisters Venus and Serena Williams both hit the carpet wearing Versace in silver tones. Venus, styled by Law Roach, wore a deep v, double slit number completed with Messika Paris Jewelry and Sophia Webster heels! Serena on the other hand wore a crystal embezzled mesh dress with a satin drape ballgown skirt courtesy of her stylist Jason Bolden.
5. Taye Diggs in Armani and Apryl Jones in Jean-Louis Sabaji
Taye Diggs, who hosted the Critics Choice Awards this year for the second time in a row, was looking dapper in a purple velvet Giorgio Armani suit, Hulbot watch thanks to his stylists Zadrian Smith and Sarah Edmiston. His date Apryl Jones had a styling team of her own, Seannita and Eric Burns, who put her in a lavish custom Jean-Louis Sabaji purple plumage dress, Saint Laurent heels and Tom Ford bag!
What are your thoughts? Did we miss any of your favorites? Stay tuned for more red carpet coverage as awards season continues!
The EE British Academy Film Awards were hosted at the Royal Albert Hall in London to congratulate this year’s most outstanding actors, welcoming a star-studded carpet of the world’s most talented! Below, we’ve summed up our favourite looks from guests, nominees and winners alike. Scroll down to for our Top 5 best dressed celebrities at the BAFTA Awards!
1. Ariana DeBose in Oscar de la Renta
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Ariana Debose graced the red carpet and accepted her award for her portal of Anita in West Side Story while wearing a custom Oscar de la Renta design orchestrated by her stylists Zarian Smith and Sarah Edmiston. The gown was an homage to the film character’s own dress, and the ensemble was finished off with Bulgari jewels. On Ariana’s hair, Takisha Sturdivant-Drew performed her magic while she was made up by Andrea Tiller!
2. Daniel Kaluuya in Prada
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This moment, styled by Jason Rembert, was a hit on the red carpet. Daniel Kaluuya’s Prada ensemble was pulled fresh off the runway of Milan Fashion Week. The Fall-Winter 2022 ready-to-wear number could have easily worn him, but these tones of blue suited him to perfection and wore it with the right attitude and finesse!
3. Lady Gaga in Ralph Lauren
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Gaga stunned in a custom gown by Ralph Lauren tailored to the T by Laran Jensen. For accessories, a classically extraordinary selection of diamonds and emeralds from Tiffany and Co. was hand-picked by her stylist duo Tom Eerebout and Sandra Amador. Her hair was coiffed by Frederic Aspiras and make-up done by Sarah Tanno.
4. Naomi Campbell in Burberry
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Naomi was the essence of elegance on yesterday’s carpet! In a black velvet floor-length gown with dramatic sleeves and Fawaz Gruosi jewelry, the entire ensemble was effortless and entirely regal from head to toe. We expect nothing else from the Queen herself!
5. Zawe Ashton in Emilia Wickstead
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Zawe Ashton truly stole the show in a gracious pink next to her beau Tom Hiddlestone. The look, styled by Holly White, was tastefully accessorized with Cartier jewelry. Her glam was executed by Kim Kiefer and complimented the outfit impeccably.
What are your thoughts? Did we miss any of your favorites? Stay tuned for more red carpet coverage as awards season continues!
Heavy metal hardware bags are set to be huge for SS22, so here’s a deep dive into the trend, the styles to watch and how to wear them.
There’s one trend that made the ultimate style statement at the Spring/Summer 2022 shows — and that was heavy metal hardware bags. From single chunky chains to countless standout studs, if your next handbag doesn’t feature sublime gold and silver detailing then — quite frankly — we don’t want to know.
Not sure whether you’re a fan of these bold women’s bags that make the fashion crowd stop and stare? Spoiler alert: by the end of this article, we might just change your mind.
The History of the Hardware
First things first, studs and chains aren’t a new concept in the fashion world. These sharp, unapologetic details have been around since the sixties when punk rock was rife and it became cool to dress like you listened to The Sex Pistols and Ramones (even if you didn’t).
Naturally, throughout the years, metal materials dipped in and out of the mainstream. However, there’s one accessory that just can’t seem to let go of punk-inspired elements — and that’s the humble handbag.
The Punk Comeback for SS22
As women continue stepping into their power and rediscovering the joy of getting dressed, their fashion is only becoming fiercer in 2022. All conventional societal stereotypes are being scrapped to make way for fun clothing and accessories that empower the wearer to be their most authentic self.
We’re being taught that it’s okay to express our personality and play around with our personal style, whatever that is.
Case in point: if you want to wear a studded or chained handbag to embrace punk style as part of your everyday wardrobe then why not? This goes hand-in-hand with other punk pieces that dominated the SS22 catwalks.
For instance, we saw the classic motorcycle jacket and the leather mini skirt on more than one occasion. Not to mention, noughties-influenced cargo trousers reigned supreme complete with waist and pocket chains.
Unsurprisingly, these fearless outfits have to be finished off with finesse — and a heavy metal hardware bag is the natural way forward.
The Trendsetting Designs Leading the Way
The truth is, there have always been several types of bag closures that use metal as a main material, including zippers, magnetic snaps, buckles, twist locks and kiss-lock clasps. But now metal itself has developed into a design feature.
Valentino Garavani bags for example, may come in a range of colorways and silhouettes for SS22 but one thing remains the same: the stunning all-oversignature studded leather. Likewise, Gucci and Bottega Veneta showcased large-loop chain straps on the SS22 catwalks with luscious, slouchy-leather shapes.
Whichever you prefer, just make sure you stick to gold and silver hues for your metal hardware for a lucid, luxe finish.
How to Style Heavy Metal Hardware Bags
The good news is, it doesn’t take much effort to uncover an ideal outfit for your heavy metal hardware bag. Allow your arm candy to take center stage by teaming it with plain neutrals, whether this is a multi-tonal beige outfit or head-to-toe black ensemble.
For color-blocking at its finest, combine the hue of your bag with a complementary hue from the color wheel, such as orange and blue.
Although this is the perfect accessory to elevate even the most casual pieces in your wardrobe, you could accentuate it further with a coordinating heavy metal shoe. You could even match the gold or silver with your jewelry to pull the look together and instantly take it from prim to party.
How to Care for Your Hardware
Lastly, make heavy metal hardware purses for women last longer by looking after them to the best of your ability. In fact, it’s important to clean yours regularly to minimize the effects of any wear and tear.
Use a soft cloth withjewelry cleaner on the gold or silver to enhance its shine so that it appears fresh for seasons to come.
Designer handbags with heavy metal hardware can add a stamp of attitude to any SS22 accessories collection. Use them to dress up your outfit for smart-casual or special occasions and you’re sure to attract compliments wherever you go.
Kanye West & Chaney Jones wore black looks to this weekend’s Lakers game, with Chaney wearing a $40 Cannondale stretch top and $120 Sweet Talk Global cyber shades.
Her sold out top features a full zip front.
Her shield sunglasses have a minimalist design.
Her top is sold out, but you can cop her sunglasses here.
