With many collaborations happening this monthly, the main event that was mostly talked about this month was the passing away of a very loved Creative Director Virgil Abloh, the news that devastated the fashion industry.
1. Smart Textiles: Generating Electricity from Body Movement:
2. Stella McCartney 'The Beatles' Capsule Collection :
Stella McCartney announced a new line of clothing inspired by The Beatles, evolving the legacy of her father Paul McCartney, a Beatle member. This collection is directly connected to the release of "The Beatles: Get Back" documentary.
3. Missoni x Supreme:
Missoni, known for its innovative knitwear, are partnering with the street wear brand Supreme. The collection includes Missoni's signature knit patterns made on jackets, sweaters, sweatshirts..
4. Saint Laurent x K-Way Bomber jacket:
Saint Laurent launched a collaboration with the outdoor brand K-Way. Saint Laurent's creative director worked with K-Way to reinterpret the bomber jacket with tiger print and graphic touches. Sold for around 800$ on Saint Laurent website.
5. Supreme x Tiffany &Co.:
Supreme and Tiffany & Co. announced the release of a jewelry collection titled "Return to Tiffany". The collection goes in line with the new direction that Tiffany & Co. has taken since aquired by LVMH.
6. Frame Introduces Biodegradable Denim:
Frame Introduced jeans that are made of material that is 100% biodegradable and doesn't leave behind harmful substances. The jeans are also interfaced with sustainable QR codes that provide customers with environmental impact report. The brand is clearly taking a step to decrease their carbon footprint and emphasising transparency.
7. Stefan Cooke Creates The Sims' Virtual Collection:
With the fashion industry entering the metaverse, digital fashion is now dominated by luxury brands luxury brands (Balenciaga for Fortnite, Gucci for Xbox...).
Stefan Cooke designed a 4.99$ collection for The Sims that enable players to purchase 23 pieces. Entering the metaverse is the next step for fashion. Players from all over the world will spend over 100$ billion on virtual goods.
8. The Passing of Virgil Abloh:
Founder of Off-White and Louis Vuitton men's designer passed away on November 28, 2021 due to a rare case of cancer. The industry was devastated by the news.
Virgil was a pioneer in bringing streetwear aesthetics to luxury.
