A Peek Inside the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art’s First-Ever Fashion Exhibit

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A Peek Inside the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art’s First-Ever Fashion Exhibit
Hear that? It’s the sound of your sweaters and coats rejoicing in the cold weather that’s suddenly swept in. There’s no time like the present to bust out the layers, switch from iced to hot lattes, and soak up the slim months of true fall before winter inevitably hits. If your wardrobe needs a refresh, or you’re looking to switch it up this fall, fear not. We’re rounding up all the best and brightest fashion news this month, from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art’s first-ever fashion exhibit, “Fashioning America: Grit to Glamour,” to Veja’s fresh collab with Marni. Keep an eye on this space as we round up the month’s hottest news.
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1) Crystal Bridges Presents ‘Fashioning America: Grit to Glamour’
Who: The Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
What: “Fashioning America: Grit to Glamour” exhibition opening
Where: On view at the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Ark. through Jan. 30, 2023; for more information visit crystalbridges.org
Why: The Walton family’s Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is playing host to its first-ever fashion exhibit, “Fashioning America: Grit to Glamour,” which traces fashion history from blue jeans to ball gowns—and amplifies lesser-known narratives along the way.
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2) Ralph Lauren and Fortnite Partner on Virtual and Physical Collab
Who: Ralph Lauren and Epic Games
What: Fortnite digital and physical capsule
Where: The physical collection will be available at ralphlauren.com on November 2 and the virtual collection will be available in the Fortnite Item Shop on November 5
Why: If one thing is for certain in fashion, the metaverse is here to stay. Its unavoidable power has drawn the attention of big-name fashion brands, most recently with Ralph Lauren taking note and designing a virtual and physical Polo collection that captures Fortnite’s iconic character skins in ’90s-inspired Polo looks. For the first time in RL’s brand history, the Polo Pony has been redesigned, with the iconic Fortnite llama piñata becoming the new horse. The meeting of two very unlikely minds demonstrates both the storied brand’s pulse on the present and future and the metaverse’s staying power, melding virtual and physical all in one.
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3) The ‘Forever Valentino’ Exhibition Opens in Doha
Who: Valentino
What: “Forever Valentino” exhibition opening
Where: The M7 culture space in Doha, Qatar
Why: Valentino has its eyes set on the Middle East. As part of Qatar Creates, an organization that celebrates artistic and cultural advancements in the country, the Italian house is opening its first-ever exhibition in the region. The retrospective, titled “Forever Valentino,” pays tribute to founder Valentino Garavani—just in time for his 90th birthday—and the brand’s enduring couture legacy, featuring looks dreamed up by Garavani and the current creative director, Pierpaolo Piccioli, along with runway pieces and an immersive scenography of Rome. Expect a lot of pink.
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4) Zara Enlists Emmanuelle Alt for ‘Into the Classics’ Capsule
Zara
zara.com
$259.00
Who: Zara
What: “Into the Classics” capsule by Emmanuelle Alt
Where: Online at zara.com and in select Zara stores
Why: Earlier this year, Zara tapped French fashion editor and quintessential Parisian woman Emmanuelle Alt for an “Into The Night” capsule of uber-chic French looks fit for soirées and late nights. ICYMI that time around, the retailer has brought her back to curate a second capsule—this time focused on the 9-to-5 duds that make up a French woman’s wardrobe. Think: oversized trench coats and blazers, straight-leg jeans, fitted blouses, and luxe sweaters. If you’re going for that effortless French girl look this fall, this isn’t a bad place to start. On y va!
David Sims
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5) ROTATE Releases ‘Icons’ Collection
ROTATE
rotatebirgerchristensen.com
$5200.00
Who: ROTATE
What: “Icons” collection
Where: Online at rotatebirgerchristensen.com
Why: ROTATE is giving itself a pat on the back by dropping a collection based on its greatest hits. Comprised of 11 limited-edition pieces, the “Icons” capsule pays tribute to the Danish brand’s most iconic silhouettes, reimagined in different fabrics. Take, for instance, this classic cut-out dress done in vinyl. If the designs look even more familiar, it’s because some of them were shown during ROTATE’s spring/summer 2023 show during Copenhagen Fashion Week.
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6) Dodiee Unveils First Collection
Dodiee
dodiee.com
$1200.00
Who: Dodiee
What: Debut collection
Where: Online at dodiee.com
Why: What do you get when you combine the former co-chief creative officer of Mackage with a group of advisers that includes celeb stylist Erin Walsh and execs from Celine and Jacquemus? Dodiee, a brand-new direct-to-consumer brand that specializes in knitwear and shapewear made using a special technology that sculpts to your body in the most flattering way possible (pictured here for evidence). Founder Elisa Dahan’s first solo venture, named after her late mother, accentuates the female form with cut-out dresses, bodysuits, and pant sets in neutrals to a bright, unmissable fuchsia.
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7) Gucci Vault’s Latest Collaboration With Palace Is Here
Gucci x Palace
Gucci
Who: Gucci
What: Gucci Vault collaboration with Palace
Where: Online at Gucci Vault, at pop-ups worldwide, and in select Palace stores
Why: For the uninitiated, Gucci Vault is Gucci’s creative hub that invites designers of all disciplines and levels of success to create a middle ground that honors the house’s rich history and the future of fashion. Enter Palace, the distinctly British streetwear brand that has defined skate culture across the pond since its inception in 2009. The resulting collab is a marriage between the two brands, with moto, skate, and even Western influences combining in an instantly covetable and unmistakably modern clothing line. The best news? The Vault is taking roots IRL for the first time, with pop-ups in select cities worldwide, and the collection will be available in select Palace store takeovers, too. Which is to say, if you see something that you like, don’t sleep on it.
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8) Breitling Introduces Super Chronomat Automatic 38 Origins
Breitling
Breitling
Who: Breitling
What: Super Chronomat Automatic 38 Origins
Where: Online at breitling.com and in Breitling locations worldwide
Why: The push for transparency in diamond and gold sourcing has been top of mind across the industry, challenging brands to find new ways to create gorgeous pieces without negatively impacting the environment. Breitling’s latest watch, the Super Chronomat Automatic 38 Origins, sources gold from a certified single artisanal mine in Colombia and lab-grown diamonds in Switzerland. The entire sourcing and production process is traceable with a block-chain NFT that comes with the purchase of every watch, giving you peace of mind that your newest timepiece is in harmony with nature.
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9) Bernard James Highlights Mushrooms With Fungi Collection
Bernard James
bernardjames.com
$1450.00
Who: Bernard James
What: Fungi collection
Where: Online at bernardjames.com
Why: Fine jeweler Bernard James infuses nature into his designs, bringing together the natural world and the world of jewelry. Riffing on his signature Flora line, James introduces Fungi, a collection honoring the humble mushroom—an essential piece of our ecosystem that is often overlooked. Turns out, it’s not just a savory ingredient, but a stunning piece of natural symmetry that is realized by James in incredible detail on rings, earrings, ear cuffs, and even a mushroom choker. The perfect microdose of fashion and food.
James Bee
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10) Hay Introduces Sobremesa Collection
Hay
hay.com
$99.00
Who: Hay
What: Sobremesa collection in collaboration with Laila Gohar
Where: Online at hay.com
Why: Hay has long been a go-to for Danish homeware and décor items that are never trying too hard, but also never daring to blend in. Now, the brand has enlisted the help of industry darling Laila Gohar—chef, designer, and all around cool girl—to bring her signature eye for interiors and homeware to the Sobremesa collection. Inspired by infamously long Spanish dinners, the line invites guests to relish in small moments with quirkily embroidered linen napkins, clean and bright dishes, and graphic vases that go best with seasonal flowers.
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11) Moon Boot Taps Alanui for Winter-Ready Shoe Capsule
Moon Boot x Alanui
moonboot.com
$1665.00
Who: Moon Boot
What: Collaboration with Alanui
Where: Online at moonboot.com
Why: Moon Boots are synonymous with winter months, and their instantly recognizable silhouette take cities and mountains by storm. The cult brand has teamed up with a fellow Italian label, Alanui, for an après-ski-ready boot collection that you may be tempted to wear sans snow. Alanui’s signature jacquard Icon pattern finds its footing on the High Boots in shades that are every bit daring, replete with beaded laces and the iconic Moon Boot logo. All that’s left to complete the look is a sick pair of skis—or perhaps a matching knit cardigan
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12) The North Face Drops Second Collab with KAWS
Who: The North Face and KAWS
What: The North Face XX KAWS collection
Where: Online at thenorthface.com and in The North Face stores and select dealers
Why: Why mess with a good thing? Just in time for winter, cult outerwear brand The North Face is once again upping its street (art) cred by partnering with KAWS on a collection, including but not limited to iconic styles like the Nuptse, Denali, and Himalayan Parka you most likely wore throughout the ’90s and early 2000s. Each piece is emblazoned with KAWS’ signature “XX” scrawl, so it won’t be mistaken for your middle school jacket.
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13) Cartier Opens Applications for the 2023 Young Leader Award
Who: Cartier
What: Open call for the 2023 Young Leader Award
Where: From now until Jan. 31, 2023 on redclubcartier.com.
Why: Cartier is doing its part to make a difference—by partnering with RED CLUB, its global community of entrepreneurs, on the 2023 edition of the Young Leader Award, which honors businesses making a social impact. The prize is open to emerging talents between the ages of 20 and 40 helming an impact-driven or non-for-profit company or organization. The winner—who will also receive a mentorship from Georgetown University and Howard University—will be announced at a ceremony in NYC this coming summer.
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14) Pomellato Opens First Global Exhibition in Tokyo
Who: Pomellato
What: First international exhibit, “Pomellato From Milan to Tokyo: A Journey Through Craftsmanship, Creativity and Design”
Where: Tokyo Jing exhibition space, Tokyo, Japan
Why: Pomellato is setting its sights on Japan with a new exhibit, bringing the Italian heavyweight jeweler’s keen eye for luxury and detail to Tokyo in an exclusive exhibit available on view through the end of the month. The three-part series takes visitors through the unique creative energy of Milan, the unrivaled craftsmanship of the brand, and finally, through an installation of a Milanese garden which captures the alluring, secretive energy of the city. Five new high jewelry pieces will also be previewed, bringing glitz and glamour and la dolce vita all the way to Shibuya.
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15) Port Tanger Teams Up With Imaan Hammam
Port Tanger
porttanger.com
$290.00
Who: Port Tanger
What: Collaboration with Imaan Hammam
Where: Online at porttanger.com
Why: Port Tanger was founded to honor the historical Moroccan city that embraces its past and looks forward. The eyewear brand’s new series, “Visited By,” invites creatives in the fashion industry to take on its retro codes in their own unique way. Moroccan-Egyptian supermodel Imaan Hammam is the latest to enter the port, co-designing two vintage styles named after singer Umm Kulthum and her mother, M'Barka (pictured here).
Bibi Borthwick
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16) The RealReal Partners With 11 Honoré
Who: The RealReal and 11 Honoré
What: A Circular Partnership
Where: Online at therealreal.com
Why: Given the fashion industry’s sizing problem and the high-end consignment boom, The RealReal is making a valiant attempt to fix an ongoing issue—by teaming up with plus-sized fashion e-tailer 11 Honoré to increase size-inclusive offerings in the secondhand market. Anyone who consigns a garment XL or larger on the luxury consignment marketplace will receive 30 percent off their complete transaction to shop 11 Honoré and other designers on the site, for a limited time. “Within the primary market, luxury fashion is not known for its size-inclusivity, which, in turn, affects the resale market,” The RealReal’s head of merchandising Sasha Skoda tells ELLE.com. “Our goal is to generate even more, size-inclusive clothing on The RealReal, therefore ensuring everyone—all body types—has access to secondhand luxury.”
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17) Sarah Flint Debuts First Luggage Collection with SteamLine
Sarah Flint X SteamLine
sarahflint.com
$875.00
Who: Sarah Flint and SteamLine
What: New luggage collection
Where: Online at sarahflint.com and steamlineluggage.com
Why: Sarah Flint, the designer known for her sleek yet functional footwear, is venturing into travel accessories by partnering with SteamLine on a collection of luggage in navy and gold, accented with ivory leather handles, corners, and straps. “Traveling is a huge part of my life—many of my designs are inspired by the countries and cities I’ve traveled to,” Flint tells ELLE.com, referencing her own hand-painted print inside the suitcases, modeled after vintage china. “The aesthetic feels timeless—a style that is elegant and can be passed down as modern heirlooms,” adds SteamLine founder and CEO Sara Banks. Your grandchildren will thank you later.
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18) Veronica Beard Unveils Wonder Woman Capsule Collection
Veronica Beard
veronicabeard.com
$898.00
Who: Veronica Beard, Warner Bros. Consumer Products, and DC
What: Limited-edition capsule collection
Where: Online at veronicabeard.com and at all Veronica Beard store locations
Why: Calling all comic book fans: Veronica Beard has released a Wonder Woman-inspired capsule, featuring some of the brand’s best-selling silhouettes—like the Miller Dickey jacket—in the superhero’s signature colors of red, blue, and gold. Though it’s dropping just before Halloween, the nine pieces aren’t the least bit costume-y.
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19) Luxury Stores at Amazon Debuts First Vintage Shop
What Goes Around Comes Around
amazon.com
Who: Luxury Stores at Amazon
What: What Goes Around Comes Around vintage shore
Where: Online at amazon.com
Why: If you’re a vintage fiend, there’s no doubt you’re familiar with What Goes Around Comes Around. The popular pre-owned shop has been curating and collecting some of the finest luxury handbags and accessories for decades, bringing vintage Chanel and Prada to shoppers via its palatial storefronts. Now, WGACA is bringing its know-how and one-of-a-kind wares to its devoted fan base through an entirely new—and digital—storefront, as the first vintage reseller to sell via Luxury Stores at Amazon, with pieces exclusive to the tech giant. Chic vintage with super-fast shipping? Sign us up.
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20) Louis Vuitton Concludes ‘200 Trunks, 200 Visionaries’ Exhibition Tour in NYC
Who: Louis Vuitton
What: “200 Trunks, 200 Visionaries: The Exhibition”
Where: 660 Madison Avenue, NYC
Why: Louis Vuitton has been taking its “200 Trunks, 200 Visionaries” exhibit around the world since August 2021, and now, it’s made its fourth and final stop in New York City. The brand took over the iconic building formerly occupied by Barneys (RIP) to show off 200 unique trunks made by 200 visionaries spanning all aspects of culture. Everyone from Gloria Steinem to Peter Marino and Stephen Sprouse (pictured here) gave their spin on the legendary luggage, which ties in with the historical and technical aspects of the exhibit that decode the genre-defining trunk. The cherry on top of it all? LV has reopened Fred’s, the legendary Barneys eatery, which will serve food and drinks during limited time windows. A throwback, indeed.
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21) Timex Taps Jacquie Aiche for Watch Collab
Timex x Jacquie Aiche
timex.com
$350.00
Who: Timex and Jacquie Aiche
What: The Mineral collection
Where: Online at jacquieaiche.com and timex.com
Why: Timex has enlisted the unique and free-spirited cult jewelry designer Jacquie Aiche to reimagine a classic gold watch in three distinctly colored faces, embracing the jewel tones of the fall season while still maintaining its 24/7/365 wearability. The malachite, tiger’s eye, and lapis (pictured here) each have healing properties, and Aiche’s signature evil eye grounds the wearer (and wards off bad energy). Keep time and feel chic and protected all at once.
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22) Hanifa Drops FW22 Collection
Hanifa
hanifa.co
$399.00
Who: Hanifa
What: Fall/winter 2022 collection
Where: Online at hanifa.co
Why: Hanifa is on a roll. After debuting a runway show and pivoting to a see-now-buy-now business model, the brand is fully tapped into what the customer wants and needs. For fall, creative director Anifa Mvuemba took cues from modern architecture and infused her signature eye for sexy and sleek dressing to create colorful and graphic knit dresses and tops, complemented by daring faux leather trenches. To top it off, her footwear offering this season includes a black fur-lined heel, striking the perfect balance between cozy and chic.
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23) Lafayette 148 Introduces Aspen Collection
Lafayette 148
lafayette148.com
$1998.00
Who: Lafayette 148
What: Aspen collection
Where: Online at lafayette148ny.com and in select retailers nationwide
What: Lafayette 148 creative director Emily Smith knows that the chillier months mean that it’s time to escape to the mountains. So, for her aptly named Aspen collection, she drew inspiration from the chic après-ski looks refined over the years both abroad in Italy and here in the states. Fans of the brand will love the luxurious hand-spun knits made with responsibly sourced wool in the form of breathable Fair Isle tops and skirts, along with a foray into wintry footwear that pairs best with hot cocoa and a fire. Take this as your sign to book an Aspen getaway ASAP.
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24) SIR. Unveils Resort 2023
SIR.
sirthelabel.com
$380.00
Who: SIR.
What: Resort 2023
Where: Online at sirthelabel.com
Why: SIR. is a fun-loving brand from Down Under that creates high-quality, everyday pieces with a twist that aren’t going to totally break the bank. Its latest offering is a mix-and-match approach to fall and winter dressing. From lush chocolate brown knit dresses to bold floral prints on cut-out silhouettes and its infamous swim pieces, SIR. has got you covered from chilly fall nights to your dream mid-winter getaway to somewhere much warmer.
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25) Vince Fêtes 20th Anniversary With Nordstrom Collection
Vince
nordstrom.com
$645.00
Who: Vince
What: Exclusive collection with Nordstrom
Where: Online at nordstrom.com and in select Nordstrom locations
Why: Considering Vince largely credits Nordstrom as essential to its success in the fashion world, it comes as no surprise that the brand chose to partner with the retailer on an exclusive collection for its 20th anniversary, featuring 46 women’s and men’s ready-to-wear pieces and accessories, including its signature sweaters, just in time for late fall. If you’re in NYC, the limited-edition range will be displayed in a special installation at Nordstrom’s 57th Street flagship, so you can try on the sumptuous knits (and wool-blend shirt jackets, pictured here) IRL.
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26) Acne Studios Honors Swedish Tradition With Kero Shoe Collab
Acne Studios x Kero
Acne Studios
$1350.00
Who: Acne Studios
What: Shoe collaboration with Kero
Where: Online at acnestudios.com and in select Acne retail locations
Why: Acne Studios creative director Jonny Johansson grew up in north Sweden, where shoe brand Kero hails from. Known for its signature “beak” silhouette, taken from the very literal beak-like toe and solid Scandi construction, Kero is beloved by locals for its high-quality leather and distinct style. It makes sense, then, that Acne decided to riff on the tried-and-true classic with slip-ons and knee-highs in luxe leather with metal embellishments, plus a pair of shearling boots that will rival your comfiest house slippers. Happy stomping.
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27) Loro Piana Debuts Uber-Cozy Cocooning Collection
Loro Piana
mytheresa.com
$2475.00
Who: Loro Piana
What: Cocooning collection
Where: Online at us.loropiana.com and mytheresa.com, and in select Loro Piana boutiques worldwide
Why: That crisp fall air is allowing us to finally dig into our knits and layering pieces. If you’re in need of a refresh for cozy, cuddle-by-the-fire pieces, Loro Piana’s got you covered—or rather, cocooned. The Italian brand’s Cocooning Collection is a homebody’s dream, with everyday loungewear elevated to the extreme with the world’s finest cashmere in light-as-air spun knits and ribbed shorts. This collection takes the phrase “all dressed up but nowhere to go” to the chicest—and easiest—level.
Inez and Vinoodh
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28) Veja Drops Second Collab With Marni
Veja x Marni
Veja
$270.00
Who: Veja
What: Sneaker collaboration with Marni
Where: Online at veja-store.com and marni.com, and in select retailers starting Oct. 20
Why: In case you somehow missed it, Veja is one of the hottest sneaker brands on the market, providing chic, understated everyday sneaks in a sustainable way. (Not to mention, it’s Meghan Markle-approved.) To zhuzh up your shoe collection, Veja is bringing back its super-hot collab with Marni for a second time. This go-around, Marni adds its whimsical touch with colorful, childish (in the best way) marker scribbles in contrasting colors that are anything but boring. Spice up your white sneaker game, stat.
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29) Fendi Releases Peekaboo Capsule
Who: Fendi
What: Special Peekaboo capsule collection
Where: Exclusively in Fendi boutiques
Why: One of Fendi’s most instantly recognizable shapes is the cheeky Peekaboo, becoming a fan favorite over the years thanks in large part to its versatile style and excellent craftsmanship. In honor of National Handbag Day on Oct. 10, Fendi released a small capsule of Peekaboos in black, white, and mint green. Contrasting Selleria stitching and exotic leather top handles round out the offerings of mini, small, and medium-size handbags. There are larger versions for men, too...just in case you’re looking to get a head start on holiday shopping.
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30) Rose Room Launches Debut Collection
Rose Room
roseroomcollection.com
$695.00
Who: Rose Room
What: Debut collection
Where: Online at roseroomcollection.com
Why: In such an oversaturated market, it can be tough to introduce a new brand, but Rose Room is simply too good to pass up. The debut collection from friends and former Tory Burch colleagues Ally Lewis and Louise Denny features timeless silhouettes made from natural materials (like silk, hemp, and tencel cotton) and reclaimed fabrics, all produced in NYC. Inspired by architecture and design, Rose Room is named after the place where the Algonquin Round Table and its members, including Dorothy Parker and Ruth Hale, got together in the 1920s to discuss creative pursuits. We imagine they came dressed to impressed.
Jason Rowe
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31) Kaia Gerber Releases Capsule With Zara
Kaia x Zara
zara.com
$439.00
Who: Zara
What: Capsule collection by Kaia Gerber
Where: Online at zara.com
Why: Despite being born in the aughts, Kaia Gerber is a ’90s baby at heart, with her signature style paying homage to her supermodel mother’s heyday. Now, she’s taking her Cali ease and wardrobe know-how to a 30-piece collection for Zara, replete with wardrobe basics to refresh your rotation as the colder months hit. Think: leather coats, perfect denim, white shirting, and cozy knits that are fit for a model.
Fabien Baron
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32) Pasquale Bruni Expands ‘Giardini Segreti’ Collection
Pasquale Bruni
$13950.00
Who: Pasquale Bruni
What: “Giardini Segreti” collection
Where: Online at pasqualebruni.com and at select retailers
Why: Italian fine jeweler Pasquale Bruni drew inspiration from the leaf-laden secret gardens of Milan to create his popular collection, “Giardini Segreti.” Now, the brand is expanding the best-selling line to include black and white diamonds in a variety of shapes and sizes, as well as two new engraved earcuffs made using advanced technology. The new colors add depth to the collection, bringing florals into fall.
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33) Away Collaborates With Palomo Spain, Vaquera, and Ashish
Away by Vaquera
awaytravel.com
$295.00
Who: Away
What: Designer collection featuring limited-edition suitcases and bags by Palomo Spain, Vaquera, and Ashish
Where: Online at awaytravel.com
Why: Away’s luggage just got a whole lot chicer. For its latest designer collection, the travel brand tapped Palomo Spain, Vaquera, and Ashish to reimagine its best-selling Bigger Carry-On and Sling Bag in a limited-edition capsule. Each designer brought their own distinct POV, like Vaquera’s romanticized idea of New York, with a suitcase full of roses [pictured here]. “We like that our bags will stand out in baggage claim—a place where there is often so much uniformity and homogeneity,” co-designer Bryn Taubensee says in a press release. “We wanted to make something that could also be a conversation starter at the airport.” A meet-cute waiting to happen.
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34) Proenza Schouler Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Re-Edition Capsule
Proenza Schouler
proenzaschouler.com
$1590.00
Who: Proenza Schouler
What: Re-Edition capsule
Where: Online at proenzaschouler.com, in Proenza Schouler retail stores, and at select retailers
Why: Proenza Schouler is, after 20 years, still a bastion of downtown New York cool, creating timeless and chic clothing that can stand the test of time. The label is kicking off its yearlong anniversary celebration with the Re-Edition capsule, a recreation of its greatest hits and brand cornerstones, such as the velvet tie-dye dress pictured here, available in limited quantities. Each piece will have a label denoting the season it came from, making each one collectible and cementing it in time. Here’s your chance to snag the one that got away.
Chris Miggels
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35) Aquazzura Designs Sandal for Swarovski Creators Lab
Aquazzura x Swarovski
swarovski.com
$1850.00
Who: Aquazzura
What: Collaboration with Swarovski
Where: Online at swarovski.com and in select Swarovski stores

Why: Swarovski’s Creators Lab is an incubator for the finest talent around the world, bringing together creatives across disciplines to work with its one-of-a-kind crystals and technology. Shoe brand Aquazzura has worked with the jeweler’s crystals for the decade it’s been in business, creating some of the most glamorous shoes in the biz. It’s fitting, then, that the footwear brand’s 10th anniversary is being commemorated with a Swarovski collab on its iconic Aura sandal, rendered in a stunning rainbow of colors with crystal heels. Dopamine dressing, sorted.
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36) Mulberry Introduces Softie Outerwear Collection
Mulberry
mulberry.com
$1900.00
Who: Mulberry
What: Softie outerwear collection
Where: Online at mulberry.com
Why: Soft Girl Fall, anyone? Mulberry is expanding its best-selling Softie handbag collection with a line of outerwear featuring eight pillowy-soft styles, including hooded capes, bombers, puffers, and even skirts. All are genderless and unisex, and padded to perfection with recycled silk and nylon. Wear the pieces together to maximize comfort.
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37) Elizabeth Purpich Collection Elevates Game Day Style
Who: Elizabeth Purpich
What: Launch of Longhorn Mini bag
Where: Elizabeth Purpich Collection
Why: Forget about those viral Bama Rush TikTok fashion videos. Houston-based handbag designer Beth Purpich is championing what she’s dubbed “collegiate luxury.” A former college athlete herself (she played basketball for Auburn) with a flair for design, Purpich sources only the finest materials and most talented artisans to produce her collections. Among her biggest hits to-date is the Longhorn bag, which debuted as a calf hair tophandle and found an ideal ambassador in Austin-based stylist Loreal Sarkisian, who just happens to be the wife of University of Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian. Sarkisian, always impeccably turned out (the woman brought Chanel to the sidelines), carried the new miniature version (stadium-approved size) in burnt orange alligator to last weekend’s game against Oklahoma which saw the Longhorns win 49-0. Perhaps it also doubles as a good luck charm?
Loreal Sarkisian