Fashion Buzz: Dolce & Gabbana Redefines Sensual Tailoring for SS25—plus Other Fashion News You May Have Missed This February
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This month’s highlights include Dolce & Gabbana’s latest campaign, Saint Laurent Rive Droite’s Paris opening, and Delvaux’s SUR: REAL collection.
Sultry meets sophisticated in Dolce & Gabbana’s latest collection
Dolce & Gabbana brings together global ambassadors Mun Kayoung and NCT’s Doyoung for its SS25 campaign, showcasing refined sensuality and timeless sophistication. The campaign mixes heritage and contemporary flair through dramatic light and shadow, paying homage to historic Italian elegance with a modern sensibility. Mun Kayoung embodies elegance in a sculpted suit and a flowing silk floral dress, styled with the new Marlene bags. Meanwhile, Doyoung channels the laid-back charm of La Dolce Vita in a burgundy suit, a striped inlay polo, and a crocheted collar shirt.
Denim takes on a new attitude in Calvin Klein’s Spring 2025 campaign
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Calvin Klein enters the new season with a campaign starring NJZ and Seventeen’s Mingyu. A playful energy defines the collection, setting the tone for the months ahead. Denim evolves with updated fits, modern washes, and a laser-etched monogram print that sharpens timeless staples like jackets, jeans, and Bermuda shorts. Versatility runs throughout, whether in the reinvention of denim or the pairing of classic pieces like Calvin Klein’s signature logo tees and structured overshirts.
Cai Xukun stars in Versace’s SS25 campaign
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Versace’s SS25 campaign features its global house ambassador, Cai Xukun, who embodies the brand’s signature confidence and charisma. In a series of striking visuals and videos, the Chinese singer-songwriter expresses individuality as an attitude, bringing the collection’s defining pieces to life. Key pieces include a silk shirt with a Medusa Cameo print and a jacquard knit cardigan with the wave motif. A grainy leather jacket and superbly constructed Japanese denim trousers reinforce Versace’s bold design language.
Saint Laurent reopens its Rive Droite Paris store
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Saint Laurent has reopened its Rive Droite Paris location after a year-long renovation, unveiling a space that fuses fashion, design and cultural exploration. Under the curation of Anthony Vaccarello, the newly imagined store reflects the Maison’s evolving creative vision while maintaining its signature aesthetic.
Central to this transformation is a collaboration with Donald Judd Furniture, bridging heritage and innovation. The partnership introduces two bespoke finishes—steel and traffic white painted aluminium—to Judd’s 1984 metal furniture designs, ranging from chairs and tables to desks and beds. This collection will be available exclusively through Saint Laurent, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to artistry and design excellence.
Delvaux introduces the SUR: REAL collection
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Delvaux steps further into the world of surrealism with SUR: REAL, a collection that redefines its artistic legacy. While René Magritte remains an enduring muse, this latest chapter also explores the avant-garde visions of Salvador Dalí and other pioneers. Blending artistry with savoir-faire, the collection transforms leather into an imaginative canvas.
Embroidery lends depth and dimension to pieces like the ‘Tempête Le Chant de l’Orage’ and the ‘Brillant Mini Nuages Cannetilles,’ while intricate leather marquetry shapes the striking ‘Pin Bucket L’Appel des Cimes.’ Through these techniques, the Belgian house reimagines luxury with a collection as poetic as it is masterful.
Burberry celebrates romance in London
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Burberry embraces the spirit of British romance with a summer campaign inspired by the golden age of rom-coms. Through a series of seven short films, the brand captures the charm of everyday romance in London, complete with playful dialogue, familiar storylines, and the city’s inevitable downpours. Bringing this urban fairytale to life is a star-studded cast, including Kate Winslet, Aimee Lou Wood, Chen Kun, Jodie Turner-Smith, Michael Ward, Nicholas Hoult, Richard E. Grant, Son Sukku, David Gandy, Liu Wen, and Naomi Campbell, with a special guest appearance by a chivalrous Burberry Knight in shining armour.
Loewe Foundation announces 30 finalists for the Craft Prize
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The annual Loewe Foundation Craft Prize returns this month, spotlighting 30 artists whose work challenges the limits of contemporary craftsmanship. Selected from over 4,600 entries across 133 countries and regions, the finalists represent 18 nations and explore mediums such as ceramics, metal, paper and lacquer. Their pieces will be exhibited at the Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum in Madrid, where a panel of 13 leading figures from design, architecture, journalism and curatorial fields will choose the winner. With a €50,000 prize at stake, the announcement will take place on 29 May at the exhibition’s opening.
Le Roseau by Longchamp is the ultimate carryall for sunny days
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Longchamp is no stranger to reinvention, and this year, the iconic Le Roseau gets an exciting green twist. The latest lineup offers something for every adventure, from a roomy XL tote that carries all your essentials to a sleek cross-body for minimalist travellers. Adding to its appeal, the bags take on fresh colours and prints to complement every mood. Think classic gingham, denim embroidered with white flowers, and rich seasonal tones like ginger, bark, and root.
Shop the collection here.
Levi’s elevates denim with the Blue Tab collection
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For SS25, Levi’s introduces Blue Tab—its most refined take on denim craftsmanship to date. Inspired by its workwear heritage, the new collection reimagines classic silhouettes with premium fabrics, from textured nappy denim to soft chambray and deep-hued selvedge denim. More than just jeans, Blue Tab expands into tops, skirts, and outerwear, all designed to celebrate the art of denim dressing. Dropping on 17 February, the Blue Tab collection will be available online and at select stores nationwide.
Uniqlo: C’s SS25 collection brings effortless style to everyday wear
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Sporty elegance meets modern ease in Uniqlo: C’s SS25 collection, where Clare Waight Keller refreshes everyday wear through the versatility of nylon. The fabric’s lightweight, smooth texture forms the foundation of breezy dresses, soft shirting and dynamic separates, all enhanced by a palette of vibrant hues. Accessories round out the collection, with puffy shoulder bags, strap sandals, and slide sandals in nylon adding the perfect finishing touch. The Uniqlo: C SS25 collection launches on 28 February, online and in stores worldwide.
Adidas Originals opens its door at Suria KLCC
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Adidas continues to make its mark in Malaysia with the opening of its latest Original concepts store on the first floor of Suria KLCC. Stocked with the latest apparel, footwear and accessories, the space also houses the sought-after Y-3 collection, a collaboration between Adidas and Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto. Enhancing the in-store experience, Malaysian graffiti artist Kenji Chai has transformed the interior with an exclusive artwork—a female cyborg donning the adidas Superstar as a cap, while his signature character, Chaigo, appears as a pair of soaring birds, symbolising ambition and determination.
Braun Büffel’s V-Day edit embraces love in all forms
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Braun Büffel marks the season of love with ‘Connected Hearts, Timeless Bonds’, a campaign that celebrates the beauty of enduring connections. Inspired by the quiet yet profound moments that strengthen relationships—holding hands, exchanging meaningful gifts, or simply sharing time—it highlights the gestures that make love timeless. Thoughtfully designed pieces like the Elara Sling Wallet and Unire Small Tote offer elegant ways to express appreciation, making them perfect gifts for this special occasion.
Shop the collection here.
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