Fashion Buzz: Lewis Hamilton’s Back in the Fast Lane with Dior—Plus Other Highlights From July
Style recap
This month’s highlights include Lewis Hamilton’s second Dior collaboration, Burberry’s takeover of The Standard Ibiza, and the return of Fendi’s cult-favourite Spy Bag.
Lewis Hamilton and Dior Turn Up the Volume for Round Two
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For his second collection with Dior, Lewis Hamilton fuses the precision of motorsport with the elegance of couture, championing performance, craft and sustainability in equal measure. In close collaboration with the Dior ateliers, Hamilton has shaped a wardrobe that reflects movement and modern masculinity. The collection strikes a balance between technical edge and refined tailoring, anchored in a global approach to savoir-faire. Silhouettes shift from oversized and boxy to sleek and close-cut, all with an emphasis on comfort and clean lines. Highlights include oblique jackets, fully reversible hooded outerwear, signature derbys and the B44 sneaker, reimagined for the road ahead.
Loewe Invites Entries for Its Next Craft Prize Edition
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The Loewe Foundation is now accepting entries for the 2026 Craft Prize—its global award recognising artists and artisans who demonstrate exceptional skill and a distinct creative voice. A shortlist of up to 30 finalists will be selected by a panel of experts, including newly appointed Loewe creative directors Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, as well as 2025 winner Kunimasa Aoki. Works will be judged on originality, artistic vision, material mastery, execution, and innovation. The winner will receive €50,000, while two special mentions will each be awarded €5,000. Applications close on 30 October 2025, with the prize to be presented in Singapore next spring.
Longchamp Breathes New Life Into Le Foulonné
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Longchamp revisits one of its most enduring icons this season: the Le Foulonné line. Introduced in 1978, the design returns with gentler curves and cleaner finishes—all while staying true to its roots. Channelling the effortless spirit of the Parisienne, this latest iteration is crafted in signature grained leather and presented in a palette of refined neutrals: taupe, deep black, caper green, and nutmeg yellow. From streamlined crossbodies to sculpted hobos and roomy totes, each bag is designed for women who dress with intention.
New Balance Welcomes Rosalía as Global Ambassador
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Rosalía is stepping into a new rhythm with New Balance. The Spanish singer and style force has been named the brand’s latest global ambassador, bringing her sharp vision and signature energy to a bold new chapter. To kick off the partnership, she fronts a five-part campaign introducing the 204L: a lifestyle sneaker inspired by early-2000s runners, revamped in all-over suede with layered tech detailing. “I love how New Balance has brought sport and culture closer together in recent years,” she says. “I couldn’t be more excited and grateful to be an ambassador.”
Rizman Ruzaini Launches New Flagship Store in Kuala Lumpur
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To celebrate two decades in fashion, Rizman Ruzaini has opened the doors to a new flagship boutique at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur—its most expansive and immersive space yet. Spread across two and a half thoughtfully curated levels, the boutique offers a complete brand experience: women’s bespoke and ready-to-wear on the ground floor; a bridal couture salon and men’s atelier below; and a discreet mezzanine above, reserved for VIP fittings and personalised styling consultations.
The Shangri-La opening marks the beginning of a wider expansion plan, with new flagships on the horizon at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Suria KLCC, Dubai, and Jakarta. It also signals the start of a creative alliance with Modinity Group—the Indonesian powerhouse behind cult labels like Buttonscarves.
Burberry Brings the Check to The Standard Ibiza
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Ibiza welcomes a distinctly British touch this season as Burberry takes over The Standard’s rooftop restaurant and bar, Up. The house reimagines the space with its iconic check rendered in a vivid fusion of Burberry beige and The Standard’s signature yellow, bringing a bold yet refined spirit to the Balearics.
The terrace is dressed for the occasion—custom loungers, parasols and shaded nooks offer a stylish place to pause, while ‘Check Mate’, Burberry’s bespoke boat, extends the vision to the waves. As the sun sets, the tempo shifts with cocktails and DJ sets curated by the brand. Inside, a photo booth invites guests to capture the moment, while a capsule collection of Burberry summer staples is available for shopping, featuring items such as sunglasses and swimwear.
Versace AW25 Campaign Unites the Icons of Fashion
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Versace’s Autumn/Winter 2025 campaign is a bold culmination of Donatella Versace’s vision—confident, refined, and built for what’s next. Captured by long-time collaborators Mert and Marcus, the visuals bring together a formidable cast of supermodels across eras: Claudia Schiffer, Kate Moss, Amber Valletta, Kristen McMenamy, Natasha Poly, Saskia de Brauw, Liu Wen, Mica Argañaraz, Anok Yai, Mila Van Eeten, and Jacqui Hooper.
The collection channels classic Versace codes—sculpted silhouettes that flow like liquid metal, unapologetically glamorous and charged with energy. Anchoring the collection is the new V-emblem, forged in metal and affixed to the updated Virtus bag: a rounded, top-handle design that captures the duality of edge and elegance.
Lorenzo Musetti Joins the Bottega Veneta Family
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Lorenzo Musetti has a new role off the court: brand ambassador for Bottega Veneta. The rising Italian tennis star, who first made headlines with his 2019 Australian Open boys’ title, brings his signature grace and quiet confidence to fashion. Most recently, he joined the house’s ‘Craft is our Language’ campaign, marking half a century of the iconic Intrecciato weave.
Fendi Brings Back a Y2K Icon
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The Fendi Spy bag—first launched in the early 2000s—makes a comeback in a refreshed form, retaining its supple contours and hidden compartments while tapping into a renewed wave of Y2K nostalgia. In ‘Fendi Spy Bag Returns’, the digital campaign, Amelia Gray, Xiao Wen Ju and Gabriette take the spotlight, embodying the spirit of the era with a contemporary edge. Lensed and directed by Stevie Dance and styled by Anna Trevelyan, the visuals channel the effortless confidence that made the Spy a standout then and now.
Aigner Taps Heidi Klum for Its Next Chapter
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German luxury house Aigner has named Heidi Klum as its latest ambassador, enlisting the supermodel to front its Autumn/Winter 2025 campaign. A familiar force in fashion, Klum brings a self-assured energy to the visuals, styling her favourite pieces from the collection with ease and personality. Lensed by Rankin in Los Angeles, the campaign presents a sharp, modern take on Aigner’s heritage. “The entire campaign was shot by Rankin, and I have the feeling that this is the beginning of a long collaboration,” Klum says. Hero pieces include the structured Cybill bag, the relaxed Carré Soft, and the sculptural Farah.
Onitsuka Tiger Finds a Parisian Home on the Champs-Élysées
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Onitsuka Tiger cements its presence in Europe with the unveiling of its global flagship on Paris’s storied Champs-Élysées. Following the debut of its Red Concept store in London, the brand turns to the French capital with a two-storey space that captures both Japanese precision and French elegance.
Designed by Studio Dini Catardi, the boutique sits within The Travellers Paris—a 19th-century private mansion—where heritage architecture meets the brand’s bold Tiger Yellow aesthetic. Inside, the store houses its runway line-up, Japan-made Denivita™ denim, and modern footwear staples. On the ground floor, Café Onitsuka Tiger serves Japanese-style beverages and light bites with a playful nod to local café culture.
Levi’s® and Nike Team Up for a Limited-Edition Drop
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Levi’s® and Nike reunite for another limited-edition drop, blending iconic American design with streetwear sensibility. This time, Levi’s® signature denim codes are reimagined with a nod to Nike’s Air Max 95. Leading the collection are the Levi’s® x Nike Trucker Jacket and Baggy Jean, crafted from authentic selvedge denim with worn-in finishes that echo years of wear.
Also in the mix: two fresh Air Max 95 colourways in white/ecru and a full denim look that ties into the collection’s textile story. Launching on 10 July 2025, the collection will be available online and at Levi’s® Suria KLCC and The Exchange TRX, with apparel arriving first. Access is reserved for Red Tab members.
Y-3 Explores Movement and Transformation for SS26
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For Spring/Summer 2026, Y-3 transformed Paris’ Palais Brongniart into a stage, unveiling its latest collection in four acts choreographed by the Kiani del Valle Performance Group. Blurring the lines between theatre and fashion, the presentation explored themes of transformation—seen in dip-dyed pieces, the introduction of crinkled viscose, and silhouettes reimagined from Adidas’ ’90s Equipment range.
Footwear releases included an asymmetric RC6 runner and a ballerina-inspired Stan Smith. The finale paid tribute to four Adidas athletes associated with the number five—Zinedine Zidane, Jude Bellingham, Garrett Wilson, and Anthony Edwards—through pinstriped baseball jerseys.
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