MCM is the Latest Label to Reimagine Crocs + More Fashion News
Including other collaborations with brands like Coach, Canada Goose and Rosie Assoulin.
MCM collaborates with Crocs on two new styles
The famous resin clog is once again being revolutionized for the high fashion lot. German luxury brand MCM has collaborated with Crocs on a limited-edition rollout of two bold styles — a neon green and a jet black. With signature signposts from the fashion house, such as MCM’s notable 24-karat gold-plated hardware in the form of Jibbitz and a mini monogrammed leather pouch, these shoes are fit for collectors and Croc lovers alike.
Canada Goose collaborates with Feng Chen Wang and Xu Zhen for FW22
On June 26 at Paris Fashion Week, Canada Goose revealed its latest designs by Chinese-born, London-based designer Feng Chen Wang. In a 12-piece collection, Canada Goose heritage styles have been reimagined with exaggerated proportions for both a functional and conceptual end result. Completed with optimistic prints by Chinese artist Xu Zhen, the luxury lifestyle brand’s FW22 collection is an explosive take on dressing for cold weather.
Andie Swim comes to Canada
Swim season is here and so is Andie. The easy, breezy swimwear brand known for its well-made, comfortable and flattering suits debuted in the Canadian market this week, allowing orders to ship to Canada. Not a fan of online shopping? Andie swim has a quiz available to ensure you are selecting the perfect fit without having to try anything on.
Coach releases a Tom Wesselmann collection full of pop-art
American artist Tom Wesselmann’s quintessential pop artwork is having a moment. In a newly released Coach x Tom Wesselmann collection, signature Coach offerings like jackets and leather bags have been richly embellished with sequined embroidery, lip motifs and oversized objects from the late artist. Plus, check out the capsule’s very own digital world of art and fun.
Allbirds and Rosie Assoulin team up on a sustainable summer sandal
Fashion icon Rosie Assoulin has partnered with Allbirds for a funky summer flip flop. The Sugar Slides, which are unisex and made with sugar cane-based foam and recycled polyester, are not only stylish but have a low impact on the planet. And to emphasize Assoulin’s colourful codes, the slides are available in a punchy cherry and crisp pistachio colour.
TG Botanical honours Ukraine with a special drop
TG Botanical has created a special collection inspired by and dedicated to the resilience and fortitude of Ukrainian women. With material dyed in the natural occurring hues of logwood extract’s violet-turned-blue and turmeric’s sun-yellow tint, founder and designer Tetyana Chumak is aiming to remind everyone that strength and spirit is what completes the nation’s invincible image.
Emporio Armani opens a store in Yorkdale
Three hundred and ninety square meters of Yorkdale Shopping Centre have been redesigned by Giorgio Armani and his team of architects for the mall’s very first Emporio Armani store. Ready-to-wear collections, including accessories and small leather goods, from the pictured campaign will be housed in the space, which is affectioned with contrasting materials like wooden panels, textured wall coverings and ceramic floors. Puppy not included.
Sarah Mariotti is a Toronto-based writer curious about fashion, spatial design, and ordinary human stories. When she’s not glued to her Kindle or writing about the next best earrings to hit the market, she’s putting on a pair of tortoise shades and ALD x New Balance sneaks and going for a nature walk — because a mentor and editor once told her that good ideas are always on the other side of a walk.
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