The Launch: September’s Hottest Fashion Drops

2022-09-10 03:56:25 By : Ms. zhang lily

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Fall fashion is back in session after a sweaty, sunny summer.

Summer is great and all, but it goes without saying that fall is the best season, sartorially speaking. We can all thank Meg Ryan—and Billy Crystal, for that matter—for passing down the seasonal style bible of chunky sweaters, loose trousers, and loafers. Now is the time to get comfortable, autumnal, and decidedly less sweaty. With that in mind, like every month, we rounded up the fashion news you need to know (and add to cart ASAP). From Cara Delevingne’s genderless capsule for Karl Lagerfeld to Bottega Veneta’s collab with The Strand, there’s something for everyone here.

Who: Cara Delevingne and Karl Lagerfeld

Where: Available online at karl.com and in Karl Lagerfeld stores

Why: Considering how Cara Delevingne was a longtime muse and friend of Karl Lagerfeld, it makes perfect sense that the fashion legend’s posthumous brand would collaborate with the actress and model on a capsule collection. Named Cara Loves Karl, the gender-neutral range includes ready-to-wear pieces (like this office-ready tuxedo minidress) and accessories made from sustainable materials, in sizes from XXS to XXL. The launch comes in tandem with digital avatars of Delevingne and Lagerfeld, a 3D screen in NYC’s Times Square, pop-up shops worldwide, and, of course, parties.

What: New collection of rings, “A Dash of Rings”

Where: Available online at roxanneassoulin.com

Why: Cult-favorite jewelry designer Roxanne Assoulin, known for her colorful friendship-style enamel bracelets, is officially expanding into rings. Cleverly named “A Dash of Rings,” the collection available to purchase in sets of four or two, so you can mix and match them to your heart’s content.

What: Collaboration with The Strand

Where: Available exclusively at Bottega Veneta’s Soho store and online at bottegaveneta.com starting Sept. 15

Why: When you think of The Strand, you likely conjure images of endless book stacks, and, of course, the totes. A staple accessory of NYC, the tote is a tried-and-true classic, and one that Bottega Veneta creative director Matthieu Blazy is putting his spin on with three different versions rendered in the label’s luxe Italian leather. Blazy has also curated a list of his favorite books at the store, which will be available to shop until the end of the month. Consider your fall reading list handled.

Where: Available online at everlane.com and in Everlane stores

Why: Everlane knows you’re having trouble getting dressed in the morning, so much so that the company introduced its inaugural Editions capsule, The Power of 10. The name stems from the idea that we only wear 10 percent of our wardrobe (facts), something that the basics brand is hoping to change with streamlined, ultra-minimal capsules that are made sustainably and built to last. With each new addition, hopefully that statistic starts shifting towards more wear—and less nonsense.

What: Second collaboration with Ritz Paris

Where: Available online at frame-store.com and at the Ritz Paris concept store, as well as key retailers globally

Why: When Frame first unveiled its collab with the iconic Ritz Paris hotel, it was an instant hit. Finally, the impossibly chic property was made accessible through stylish (and affordably priced) merch. Now, the brand is taking the partnership to new heights with an expanded offering, including dog parkas and childrenswear. Fun for the whole Francophile family!

Why: Downtown NYC is about to get a bit of Blair Waldorf-inspired sartorial flavor, because Lele Sadoughi is bringing her signature headbands to the West Village. The designer’s new store, now officially open on Bleecker Street, features bold and bright interiors by Sasha Bikoff, and feels like you’ve literally transported to a jewelry box, in the best way.

Where: Available exclusively online at guestinresidence.com and at a NYFW pop-up shop starting Sept. 11

Why: Supermodel Gigi Hadid loves to stay busy. Between traveling for work, taking photos on her trusty disposable, and raising her daughter, she’s been around the globe and back without missing a beat. Ever the workhorse, the model’s time away from home inspired her to create a line of cashmere basics that will make you feel at home, anywhere. The modern-day heirlooms are the perfect mix-and-match pieces to wear (and wear in). Best of all? Hadid is bringing the usually pricey fabric to the market at an affordable price. Coziness for all!

What: Exclusive capsule collections from New York designers

Where: Available exclusively online at nordstrom.com and at Nordstrom’s NYC flagship

Why: New York is back, baby, and Nordstrom is psyched. So much so that, starting today through Oct. 9, the retailer is unveiling the “New New York” Center Stage, a collection of exclusive capsules inspired by NYC style from some of the city’s top designers, like LaQuan Smith (whose PVC mini is pictured here, third from left), Carolina Herrera, and Joseph Altuzarra, to name a few, as well as a restaurant takeover at West Village hotspot American Bar, jewelry offerings curated by the Lynn Yaeger, and installations throughout its flagship store in midtown. Happy shopping.

Where: Available online at rixo.co.uk

Why: Though fashion can definitely do more to be size inclusive, small steps are being made both here and across the pond. Case in point: London-based RIXO is now offering additional sizes, ranging from 6-24. The 32-piece assortment of chic and contemporary styles are part of the brand’s Golden Age collection, which launches today with additional drops in October and November. “RIXO is all about making women feel amazing,” co-founder Orlagh McCloskey says in a press release. Here’s to making that statement apply to women of all shapes and sizes, starting with this fall-ready floral dress.

Who: Tommy Dorfman and Simon Miller

Where: Available online at simonmillerusa.com

Why: Fashion is becoming genderless, and we love to see it. Next up, Tommy Dorfman is partnering with Simon Miller on a size-inclusive footwear capsule featuring the L.A. brand’s best-selling styles, like the Bubble Clogs (pictured here), in pastel pink, up to size 45. Because everyone should be able to wear pink clogs.

What: Theory Project by Lucas Ossendrijver

Where: Available online at theory.com and in Theory stores

Why: When it comes to no-nonsense, expertly crafted clothes made for everyday living and working, Theory has totally changed the game. Next, the brand has chosen to invite storied Dutch menswear designer Lucas Ossendrijver, formerly the menswear designer at Lanvin, to put his spin on its tried-and-true basics. Ossendrijver’s take draws inspiration from the comfort we’ve all been seeking post-post-pandemic, expanding Theory’s trademark tailoring with volume and lightness. The collection is the solution to your what-do-I-wear feeling when heading back to the office this fall.

What: Collaboration with Palomo Spain

Where: Available online at palomospain.com and in select Puma stores and retailers worldwide

Why: For those in the know, Palomo Spain is a brand from Spanish mastermind Alejandro Gómez Palomo that defies gender with its laidback, Euro islander feel that’s fit for both the club and the beach. Now, he’s taking his artful eye to Puma with a football (aka soccer)-inspired collection that provides a heady dose of vintage sportswear, complete with a shin-high sneaker that is not for the faint of heart.

What: Pop-up store at Le Bristol Paris

Where: 112 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, Paris, France

Why: Le Bristol is the fashion pack’s go-to hotel in Paree, and with good reason. To quote designer Gabriela Hearst,“Simply put, Le Bristol is the best hotel in the world...it’s my home when in Paris.” Fitting, then, that Hearst’s first physical store in the French capital is there, marking the first solo brand shop for the property as well. Shoppers can peruse her pristine collection of ready-to-wear pieces for men and women, as well as the label’s signature handbags. We’ve got our eyes on the très chic crochet Nina (pictured here) in particular.

Who: Kate Young and Monica Vinader

Where: Available online at monicavinader.com, in Monica Vinader stores, and in select retailers globally

Why: For the uninitiated, Kate Young is responsible for the red carpet style of some of today’s chicest stars, from Selena Gomez to Dakota Johnson, providing the exact right doses of feminine, chic, and high fashion. Now, she’s taking her second-to-none eye for color and proportion to a new collaboration with jeweler Monica Vinader, creating a collection of minimalist pieces with pops of green and black onyx to mix and match with your wardrobe staples. Young stars in the campaign alongside her friend, designer Carly Cushnie; both let the jewelry do all the talking.

What: Collaborative capsule with Richard Quinn

Where: Available online at tommy.com, in select Tommy Hilfiger stores, and in select boutiques worldwide

Why: Tommy Hilfiger looked across the pond this fall to create a psychedelic, slightly kinky, and definitely maximalist collection in partnership with British designer Richard Quinn. Expect head-to-toe patterns as Hilfiger’s signature TH Monogram meets Quinn’s signature daisies; the former’s eye for prep meshing with the latter’s old-timey English flair in pieces that are meant to stand out in a big way. We’ve got our eye on this sustainable, reversible puffer to carry us through the bleak winter ahead.

What: Reopening of New York flagship

Why: Attention shoppers! Loewe’s two-floor flagship in the heart of NYC’s SoHo has reopened with a brand-new look. The main floor, which hosts womenswear and leather goods, is reimagined in dusty pink tiles, while the men’s offerings are located upstairs, replete in forest green. Perfect timing to peruse the fall/winter collection which is now in stores. Get your balloon shoes while you can.

Who: Raey What: Collaborative capsule with Suzanne Koller

Where: Available online at matchesfashion.com

Why: Creative director and co-founder of cult indie mag Self Service, Suzanne Koller is known for her straightforward, no nonsense take on fashion and styling. Fitting, then, that she teamed up with Matchesfashion’s in-house label of luxe basics, Raey, on the perfect fall capsule wardrobe, rife with endless combinations of pared-back essentials and room for a little fun, too. Koller shot the campaign, featuring Saskia de Brauw, on her iPhone, bringing these ultra-luxe and laid-back clothes to life in the easiest way possible.

Who: Aerin What: Collaboration with Tanner Krolle

Where: Available online at aerin.com and tannerkrolle.com

Why: Luxury beauty brand Aerin is turning 10 this year, and to celebrate, founder and creative director Aerin Lauder teamed up with Tabitha Simmons of Tanner Krolle to create an uber-luxurious assortment of travel cases. The rose pink and raffia motifs bring to life Aerin’s newest scent, Joyful Bloom, an anniversary fragrance honoring Lauder’s hometown of New York City (in the middle of a spring bloom, naturally).

What: High jewelry pop-up at Bergdorf Goodman

Where: Available at the Bergdorf Goodman Jewelry Salon

Why: Hot off the heels of opening his transportive NYC boutique (it’s over 5,000 square feet and feels more like a palace than a retail space), beloved Indian designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee is bringing his latest high jewelry collection, dubbed “Bengal. Byzantine. Broadway.” to the iconic New York retailer through Sept. 22. The maximalist designs echo the ornate saris for which the designer is well known, and aim to bring back the grand legacy of Bengal’s history of handcrafted jewelry.