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Brands

adidas Reworks Mid-2000s Adistar Control 5 With Skate Label Hardies

adidas has teamed up with sought-after skateboarding brand Hardies to reimagine its mid-2000s Adistar Control 5 runner. The collaboration pairs the skate label's cult status with adidas' archival running heritage.

adidas Reworks Mid-2000s Adistar Control 5 With Skate Label Hardies
08/10/2026 18:18 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Movies

Esme Creed-Miles Talks Taking On Marianne Dashwood

Esme Creed-Miles, daughter of Samantha Morton, discusses stepping into the role of Marianne Dashwood in a new 'Sense and Sensibility' adaptation. She opens up about approaching Austen's iconic heroine without revisiting the 1995 film version.

Esme Creed-Miles Talks Taking On Marianne Dashwood
08/10/2026 18:12 Source: Vanity Fair ↗
Movies

Asa Butterfield headlines dark comedy tackling incel culture and gun violence

Oscar Boyson's directorial debut 'Our Hero, Balthazar' stars Sex Education's Asa Butterfield as a violent, maladjusted loner. The film offers an unflinching look at online isolation and its real-world consequences.

Asa Butterfield headlines dark comedy tackling incel culture and gun violence
08/10/2026 17:31 Source: Dazed ↗
Music

Dublin's Madra Salach Mine Irish Myth on Debut Album

Dublin band Madra Salach discuss their debut album, built around mythical figures used to explore Irish history's complexity. The group frames the record as a reckoning with hunger and heritage, weaving folklore into their sound.

Dublin's Madra Salach Mine Irish Myth on Debut Album
08/10/2026 17:30 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

Tinashe's Deep Cuts: The Essential Pre-Popstar Listening Guide

As Tinashe's fanbase surges following her new album Popstar, GQ highlights ten deep cuts that trace her artistic evolution before mainstream breakthrough. The feature underscores how her catalog built the foundation for her current moment.

Tinashe's Deep Cuts: The Essential Pre-Popstar Listening Guide
08/10/2026 17:18 Source: GQ ↗
Brands

Zankov Names Jack Tobin CEO as Brand Eyes Global Growth

Fashion brand Zankov has appointed Jack Tobin as Chief Executive Officer and business partner to drive its international expansion. Tobin, who runs his own luxury brand development and sales consulting agency, has worked with Zankov for the past two years helping build the business.

Zankov Names Jack Tobin CEO as Brand Eyes Global Growth
08/10/2026 17:00 Source: WWD ↗
Music

Rosalía Reacts to U2's New Track Named After Her

Rosalía appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon to discuss U2's upcoming song "The Mirror Maker (Rosalía)," written in her honor. She opened up about her reaction to the tribute from the iconic band.

Rosalía Reacts to U2's New Track Named After Her
08/10/2026 16:34 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

Miranda Lambert Surprises Fans, Joins Kacey Musgraves for Texas Duet

Miranda Lambert made a surprise appearance alongside Kacey Musgraves in Texas, performing their duet 'Horses and Divorces' from Musgraves' Middle of Nowhere album. The live pairing of the two Texas-born country stars marks a notable moment for a track that signaled the pair putting past friction behind them.

Miranda Lambert Surprises Fans, Joins Kacey Musgraves for Texas Duet
08/10/2026 16:23 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Brands

Documentary Spotlights World's Largest Helmut Lang Archive

Berlin-based ENDYMA archive has produced a documentary film, directed by Philippe Gnannt, exploring its extensive Helmut Lang collection. The film premieres exclusively with Dazed, offering a rare look inside one of fashion's most significant brand archives.

Documentary Spotlights World's Largest Helmut Lang Archive
08/10/2026 16:00 Source: Dazed ↗
Brands

Kim Jones Trades Dior for Aman: Luxury Travel Capsule Debuts

Former Dior and Fendi designer Kim Jones is launching a high-end travel collection with luxury hotel chain Aman, including pajamas priced at $3,505. The move signals Jones doubling down on exclusivity as other designers chase fast-fashion crossovers.

Kim Jones Trades Dior for Aman: Luxury Travel Capsule Debuts
08/10/2026 15:39 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Brands

SS27 Runways Deliver the Season's Boldest Trend Statements

Across the Big Four fashion capitals, SS27 shows served up standout moments — from exposed bras to oversized poufs and full-body snakeskin looks. The collections signal where brands and designers are pushing silhouette and styling risk for the coming season.

SS27 Runways Deliver the Season's Boldest Trend Statements
08/10/2026 15:36 Source: Dazed ↗
Music

David Byrne Turns Elon Musk's Own Words Into New Track

David Byrne has released 'Let Me Sell You a Dream,' a song built entirely from Elon Musk's own quotes. The track contributes to a documentary that takes a critical look at Musk.

David Byrne Turns Elon Musk's Own Words Into New Track
08/10/2026 15:17 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

John Glacier Drops New Single 'Lights'

John Glacier has released her latest single, 'Lights,' sharing the news with evident excitement on social media. The track adds to her growing catalog as one of the notable voices in the current music scene.

John Glacier Drops New Single 'Lights'
08/10/2026 15:16 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Models

LVMH and Kering Toughen Model Charter With Zero-Tolerance Harassment Rules

LVMH and Kering have updated their joint Model Charter, adding a strict zero-tolerance policy on harassment, abuse and violence. The revision also raises the minimum age requirement for models working with brands under both luxury groups.

LVMH and Kering Toughen Model Charter With Zero-Tolerance Harassment Rules
08/10/2026 15:00 Source: WWD ↗
Music

Grammy Watch: Rock Legends Set to Battle for 2027 Best Rock Album

Paul McCartney, the Rolling Stones, and Foo Fighters have all dropped strong rock records this year, positioning them as early frontrunners for the 2027 Grammy for Best Rock Album. The lineup signals a heavyweight contest among established acts rather than newcomers.

Grammy Watch: Rock Legends Set to Battle for 2027 Best Rock Album
08/10/2026 14:34 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Brands

Valentino Taps Karim Zebdji as Director of Global Communications

Valentino has appointed Karim Zebdji, formerly worldwide PR director at Saint Laurent, as its new Director of Global Communications. The move takes effect October 12, signaling a fresh communications strategy for the Italian fashion house.

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Valentino Taps Karim Zebdji as Director of Global Communications
08/10/2026 13:35 Source: WWD ↗
Movies

Will Smith's Westbrook Studios developing film/TV series on DJ Jazzy Jeff origins

Westbrook Studios is producing a new scripted project titled '215,' chronicling the early career of Will Smith and DJ Jazzy Jeff. The series will dive into their formative years before global fame, blending music and film industry history.

Will Smith's Westbrook Studios developing film/TV series on DJ Jazzy Jeff origins
08/10/2026 13:08 Source: Mixmag ↗
Movies

Beth de Araújo Turns Childhood Memory Into Acclaimed Drama Josephine

Writer-director Beth de Araújo channels a long-held personal fear into Josephine, an award-winning drama now drawing industry attention. The film marks a notable auteur moment worth tracking for FMC's film and content network.

Beth de Araújo Turns Childhood Memory Into Acclaimed Drama Josephine
08/10/2026 13:00 Source: Elle ↗
Venues

Birmingham club scene rallies with protest party to defend Digbeth venues

A coalition of Birmingham clubs is staging a protest party this weekend against railway plans that threaten Digbeth's nightlife venues. The lineup includes Silva Bumpa, Fleur Shore, Low Steppa, Monki, Jess Bays and Fat Tony, uniting the scene around venue preservation.

Birmingham club scene rallies with protest party to defend Digbeth venues
08/10/2026 11:31 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Brands

Ganni and Lululemon Team Up on a Collection Built for Day-to-Night Movement

Ganni and Lululemon have launched a joint collection blending Ganni's Scandi aesthetic with Lululemon's performance fabrics. The line is designed to transition from workouts to nightlife, merging fashion and function.

Ganni and Lululemon Team Up on a Collection Built for Day-to-Night Movement
08/10/2026 11:00 Source: Elle ↗
Brands

Sézane Brings Parisian Apartment Concept to Madison Avenue

French label Sézane has opened a new store on Manhattan's Upper East Side, designed to feel like a lived-in Parisian apartment rather than a traditional retail space. The opening coincides with the brand's fall collection launch, marking another step in its U.S. expansion.

Sézane Brings Parisian Apartment Concept to Madison Avenue
08/10/2026 11:00 Source: Vogue ↗
Nightlife

Inside Paris Fashion Week's wildest SS27 after-parties

As the dust settles on the SS27 runway shows, Dazed rounds up the standout after-party moments from Paris Fashion Week. The photo recap captures the nightlife scene fueling fashion's biggest capital this season.

08/10/2026 10:51 Source: Dazed ↗
Music

AI Music Tools Like Suno Are Reshaping How Viral Tracks Get Made

A new wave of artists is using AI music generators such as Suno to create tracks that break through online, treating the tech as a modern-day auto-tune rather than a gimmick. The trend raises real questions for the music industry about authorship, virality and what counts as an artist's work.

AI Music Tools Like Suno Are Reshaping How Viral Tracks Get Made
08/10/2026 10:47 Source: Dazed ↗
Brands

Freitag Launches Upscale 'Reference' Handbag Line, Staying True to Upcycled Roots

Swiss brand Freitag is expanding into higher-end territory with a new 'Reference' handbag collection, while keeping its circularity-driven design philosophy intact. CEO Janine Weiz-Bühler and cofounder Markus Freitag discuss navigating premiumization without losing the brand's upcycled identity amid tough market conditions.

Freitag Launches Upscale 'Reference' Handbag Line, Staying True to Upcycled Roots
08/10/2026 06:00 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Parisian Cashmere Label Kujten Expands U.S. Retail Footprint

Kujten is opening three new stores in SoHo, Aspen and Miami, bringing its U.S. store count to four. The Parisian cashmere brand's expansion signals growing retail ambitions in key American fashion and luxury markets.

Parisian Cashmere Label Kujten Expands U.S. Retail Footprint
08/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Rhone Expands NBA Licensed Apparel Line to Women's Collection

Performance brand Rhone is broadening its NBA licensing partnership, launching a women's line under the deal first struck with the league in 2024. The move signals growing crossover between sports licensing and apparel brands targeting new consumer segments.

Rhone Expands NBA Licensed Apparel Line to Women's Collection
08/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Seiya Nakamura Takes Brand Development Model from Japan to China

The company is moving beyond wholesale, launching retail projects that help international labels establish a real presence in new markets. After building this model in Japan, it's now expanding the strategy into China.

Seiya Nakamura Takes Brand Development Model from Japan to China
08/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Jennifer Chamandi Opens First Boutique in London's Mayfair

The footwear label, now a decade old, has launched its debut brick-and-mortar store in Mayfair, London. The opening coincides with the brand's push into new product categories beyond shoes.

Jennifer Chamandi Opens First Boutique in London's Mayfair
08/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Wolford and Woolmark Team Up on Merino Bodywear Capsule

Wolford and Woolmark are launching their first-ever collaboration, a bodywear capsule built on innovative merino wool fabric. The collection debuts Thursday, marking a new fiber-focused partnership between the hosiery brand and the wool authority.

Wolford and Woolmark Team Up on Merino Bodywear Capsule
08/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Athleta's Maggie Gauger Named President of Lululemon

Lululemon has tapped Athleta leader Maggie Gauger as its new president amid soft financial performance at both activewear brands. The move signals a leadership shake-up as Lululemon looks to reverse weak recent seasons.

Athleta's Maggie Gauger Named President of Lululemon
07/10/2026 22:36 Source: WWD ↗