In case you didn’t notice the Cuban athletes wore some really sharp jackets during the Opening Ceremonies at the 2016 Rio Olympics. There is a reason for that style and panache. Christian Louboutin designed the Cuban teams’ Olympic uniforms.
According to the huffingtonpost.com, the collection features scarlet jackets for men and sandy tones for women, calfskin sneakers for men and low-heeled sandals for women. These items are complemented by an array of shorts, skirts and capris, carried out in a chic and sober way.
But the question that still comes to mind is why the Cuban team? It would make more sense to design outfits for the Brazilian Olympic team because there are three Louboutin stores in Brazil, but none in Cuba.
The idea of designing for the Cuban team came to Christian Louboutin during a photo shoot on the Cuban coastline with good friend Henry Tai. Henry Tai is a former international handball player and founder of e-concept store SportyHenri.com. The design motif was a custom-made wardrobe that was sporty but could be worn to a formal event. If you would like to purchase items from this project, think again!! This project was a labor of love for Christian Louboutin and cannot be purchased in stores or online.
Anthony Davis and Saks
Just last week Bloomingdales announced a fashion collection collaboration with New York Giants Wide Receiver Odell Beckham Jr. and Twenty Tees, and this week Saks Fifth Avenue followed suit announcing its collaboration with NBA All-Star Anthony Davis.
“Since launching in 2009, Saks Fifth Avenue Collection has grown into one of Saks’ largest selling menswear brands,” stated Tom Ott, Senior Vice President, GMM, Saks Fifth Avenue. “We are thrilled to collaborate with NBA all-star Anthony Davis on an exclusive capsule for our beloved private label. Our customers will be pleasantly surprised by the combined ingenuity of the Saks Design team and the visionary imagination of Davis – the result yields a bold look for luxe athleisure.”
According to fashionmag.com, Saks Fifth Avenue x Anthony Davis will consists of 11 elevated street style menswear pieces such as a mixed media bomber jacket, neoprene shorts, graphic t-shirts and jogger pants among others. Prices for the collection ranges from $58 to $188. This limited-edition capsule collection goes on sale in Saks Fifth Avenue August 10 in Saks Fifth Avenue stores.
Exit Stuart Weitzman
Stuart Weitzman is stepping down. After 25 years helming his eponymous brand, Giovanni Morelli will replace Weitzman. Morelli has worked at Prada, Chloe, Burberry, and Marc Jacobs.
“In Giovanni, we have found a creative director who will ensure that the unique DNA of the brand will be preserved while infusing his creative vision for a modern age,” said Weitzman in a statement. “Giovanni is respected for his attention to detail, respect of quality and craftsmanship and for his modern sensibility that is always pushing new design boundaries.”
Coach acquired Stuart Weitzman in 2015 for $574 million dollars. Morelli’s appointment will go to effect in May 2017.
—William S. Gooch
Image credits
- christian-louboutin-cuba-usatoday.jpg — Credit/source: usatoday.com.
- anthony-davis-saksfifthave.jpg — Credit/source: Saks Fifth Avenue.
- anthony-davis-saksfifthave-2.jpg — Credit/source: Saks Fifth Avenue.
- stuart-weitzman-kontrolmag.jpg — Credit/source: kontrolmag.com.
- stuart-weitzman-kontrolmag-2.jpg — Credit/source: kontrolmag.com.
- fashion-news-alert-august9-2016.jpg — Editorial image.
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