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Iittala Unveils SS25 Collection Solare – A Celebration of Light and Futuristic Form image courtesy of Iittala For Spring/Summer 2025, Iittala introduces Solare, a bold new collection inspired by the sun—nature’s most powerful source of energy. Designed under the creative direction of Janni Vepsäläinen, Solare reimagines traditional tableware through the lens of light and form, continuing the seasonal narrative set by AW24’s Kaamos. At the heart of the collection is an innovative tableware line, featuring mouth-blown glassware and ceramics crafted in Finland. Smooth, aerodynamic forms and embossed textures create a tactile experience while playing with light and reflection. “We focused on creating forms that feel distinctly modern and forward-looking,” says Harri Koskinen, Iittala’s Design Development Lead in a press release. Extending beyond the table, Solare includes glass art, textiles, and stainless steel accessories, as well as playful objects like charms, sun catchers, and a spinning top—all carrying the light-driven aesthetic into the home. The collection launches globally on March 21, 2025, in Iittala stores, online, and at selected retailers.

Zilenzio and Note introduce Focus Spaces – a new collection for collaborative and flexible workspaces image courtesy of Zilenzio and Note Swedish design brand Zilenzio, renowned for creating thoughtfully designed acoustic solutions, has once again partnered with the award-winning Note design studio to expand their acclaimed Focus series. The result is Focus Spaces – a new collection of modular seating and tables that fosters both privacy and collaboration in today’s evolving work environments. The collection features 17 customisable seating modules, two table types (rectangular and square), and optional armrests, all designed to create spaces that seamlessly shift between focused work and spontaneous interaction. With hundreds of fabric and colour combinations, Focus Spaces offers endless design possibilities to suit diverse environments. “Focus Spaces creates environments where relationships are strengthened and ideas flow. It’s a place for both concentration and creative interaction – like a welcoming embrace where you can recharge and gain new perspectives,” says Jenny Helldén, co-founder of Zilenzio. Kristoffer Fagerström, product designer and partner at Note adds: “Our vision was to design natural spaces for communication and spontaneous meetings – environments that feel open yet cosy, helping foster well-being and creativity in the workplace.” With Focus Spaces, Zilenzio and Note continue their mission to redefine the modern workspace, creating areas where people thrive – balancing focus, connection, and inspiration.

Alexander McQueen Introduces the T-Bar Sling for Spring/Summer 2025 image courtesy of Alexander McQueen Alexander McQueen continues to redefine modern accessories with the launch of the T-Bar Sling for Spring/Summer 2025.Merging sculptural elegance with signature edge, the new crossbody silhouette is reimagined with a refined asymmetry and distinctive T-Bar hardware.  Crafted from supple leather that contours to the body, the bag is finished with a wide strap and tonal fringed leather charms, subtle details that highlight the house’s commitment to craftsmanship and design innovation. This season, the T-Bar Sling arrives in two fresh hues: sky blue and cloud grey, alongside classic black and ivory options. A celebration of quiet statement-making, the T-Bar Sling stands as a testament to McQueen’s ability to marry minimalism with bold sophistication.

Seiko Prospex – Three new Prospex creations celebrate the 60th anniversary images courtesy of Seiko Prospex For six decades, Seiko has explored the depths, refining the art of the dive watch. In 2025, the journey continues with three new creations in the Prospex collection, each a tribute to precision, endurance, and the unknown. The Marinemaster leads the way, its dial echoing the shifting light of the deep sea. Molded indices ensure clarity under pressure, while a titanium monobloc case withstands depths of 600 meters. Two additional models pay homage to Seiko’s past, one silver, one blue, both powered by the trusted 6R caliber with a 72-hour reserve. Beyond timekeeping, Seiko’s partnership with JAMSTEC pushes boundaries in marine exploration, proving that true innovation is measured not just in seconds, but in the depths it dares to reach. Limited editions. Infinite legacy. https://www.seikowatches.com/se-en 

Baum und Pferdgarten Pre Autumn 2025 “Unplugged” images courtesy of Baum und Pferdgarten Baum und Pferdgarten’s Pre-Autumn 2025 collection, “Unplugged,” is an ode to the moments we disconnect, embracing spontaneity and ease. Following the playful “Office Olympics” collection, which reimagined office wear, the focus now shifts to carefree elegance, pieces designed for seamless transitions from work to leisure. Creative Directors Rikke Baumgarten and Helle Hestehave explore contrast, blending utilitarian workwear with airy, romantic silhouettes. Soft knits offer warmth, delicate lace adds femininity, and tennis-inspired dresses exude effortless energy. A reimagined polo shirt bridges casual and refined, while bows and floral embellishments infuse a touch of whimsy. Earthy browns and deep burgundy ground the palette, softened by pastel hues of blue, green, pink, and lavender. Playful florals and timeless denim complete the narrative, where structure meets softness, function meets elegance, and every moment is an invitation to unplug. Images courtesy of Baum und Pferdgarten

Dolce&Gabbana Unveils the New Eyewear SS25 ADV Campaign image courtesy of Dolce&Gabbana Dolce&Gabbana presents the new ADV campaign for the Eyewear SS25 collection, an authentic expression of the brand’s DNA. Shot by photographer Karim Sadli and with art direction by creative duo Kevin Tekinel & Charles Levai, founders of Maybe, the campaign comes to life through dynamic and intense shots, enhancing each model’s magnetic appeal. In the videos, a mosaic of faces, expressions and personalities are woven into a sophisticated visual narrative in which the minimalism of the background emphasizes each individual’s uniqueness and the distinctive character of Dolce&Gabbana eyewear. Bold designs, sophisticated frames, sleek details and the unmistakable DG Crossed logo: each model tells a story of craftsmanship and innovation, designed for those seeking a unique and distinctive style. The Eyewear SS25 collection will be available from March 2025 in Dolce&Gabbana boutiques, at www.dolcegabbana.com and at top EssilorLuxottica opticians and retailers worldwide.

Stockholm Surfboard Club joins Dover Street Market Ginza Open House with exclusive capsule collection image courtesy of Stockholm Surfboard Club Stockholm Surfboard Club, the innovative surf fashion brand founded by Manne Glad, is announcing itsparticipation in the Dover Street Market Ginza Open House. For this special event, SSC will unveil an exclusivecapsule created at their Stockholm workshop, featuring caps, t-shirts, and trousers. The limited-edition collectionis a celebration of the Club’s workshop spirit, showcasing the brand’s playful dyeing, bleaching, and stainingtechniques. In addition to the limited collection, the SSC team will be on-site throughout the Open House weekend, offeringbespoke garment customization on request, providing visitors with a personalized experience.Stockholm Surfboard Club, founded in 2019, has consistently redefined surf culture by merging fashion, art andcraft. This collaboration with Dover Street Market Ginza marks the brand’s continued ambition to closely connectto their community. The Open House will take place at Dover Street Market Ginza on the 28-29 of march, with the capsule collectionavailable in limited quantities throughout the event.

Acne Studios Unveils SS25 Capsule Collection with Kappa, Fronted by Tricky image courtesy of Acne Studios x Kappa Acne Studios is teaming up with Italian sportswear powerhouse Kappa for a Spring/Summer 2025 capsule collection that fuses football culture with Scandinavian minimalism. The collaboration spans denim, sportswear, and accessories, including football jerseys, second-skin layers, tracksuits, sneakers, and a special reinterpretation of the Acne Studios Bowlina bag. The campaign is fronted by iconic British musician Tricky, whose genre-defying presence underscores the collection’s raw, rebellious energy. Shot by photographer Jordan Hemingway, styled by Leopold Duchemin, and brought to life with set design by Polly Philp, the visuals reflect a gritty yet futuristic aesthetic. Grooming was led by Takuya Uchiyama. The Acne Studios x Kappa collection lands in stores and online for SS25, merging athletic nostalgia with avant-garde edge.

Louis Vuitton Introduces eLVes — A Bold New Fragrance Honouring Feminine Power image courtesy of Louis Vuitton Louis Vuitton’s latest olfactory creation, eLVes, is more than just a new perfume, it’s a celebration of women’s strength, individuality, and the quiet, unshakable courage it takes to forge your own path. Timeless yet fiercely modern, eLVes is a fragrant tribute to the dualities that define femininity. Crafted by master perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud, the scent opens with a lush floral heart, a sophisticated interplay of Bulgarian rose and Centifolia rose. But it’s the inclusion of lily of the valley that marks a breakthrough: long considered a silent note in perfumery, it now sings thanks to innovative extraction techniques developed in Grasse. What unfolds is a composition that’s both soft and sharp, just like a rose with thorns. Beneath its floral surface lies a warm, amber-rich base that defies traditional gender codes. Once reserved for masculine blends, amber here brings depth, power, and sensuality. Rounded out with ambroxan and patchouli, eLVes leaves a hypnotic trail: a warm-meets-cool contrast that lingers on the skin like a second identity. At its core, eLVes is a fragrance for those who move through the world unapologetically women who embrace their contradictions, carve out their own space, and redefine what it means to be strong.

Kvadrat/Raf Simons/Peter Saville – Technicolour Fleck Totebag image courtesy of Kvadrat Kvadrat is paying homage to its relationship with Peter Saville and Raf Simons by launching the limited-edition Technicolour Fleck Tote Bag. The all-purpose tote bag represents a meeting of form and fabric from two singular creative minds in the interzone. Simons from fashion and Saville from art and design, brought together by Kvadrat to create an object of utility replete with symbolism. Released in March in a limited edition of 200, the classic Kvadrat/Raf Simons Tote Bag is made in Technicolour Fleck, an all-wool ‘rural graffiti’ textile designed by Peter Saville. The British artist also designed the bag’s signature woven label, bearing the textile’s item number and colour code. A clean graphic gesture and subtle reference to his iconic work for Factory Records. The Tote Bag is available in two colours, 0190 black and 0150 grey, with the fabric’s characteristic random flecks. Perfectly proportioned and versatile, it has a zipper with a classic leather pull and an outside pocket. The bag is lined in black cotton with an inner pocket also with a zipper and leather pull. Branded Kvadrat/Raf Simons/Peter Saville, marking their relationship and dialogues. It was Saville, a longstanding creative consultant to Kvadrat, who introduced Simons to the global design textile company, spawning a decade-long collaboration across high end interior textiles and accessories. “Peter and I have had so much understanding, respect and love for each other over so many years and we are both strongly connected with Kvadrat. In a way the bag represents those relationships. We both believe strongly in something individually but we are also interested in others’ creative work and how things kind of click in a creative world. With the tote bag, it is not literally that we did this thing together but it’s how things click. Like the word interzone, I have been obsessed with that word forever. For me, it’s not about crossing over music and fashion and art, it’s more this undefined unclear area between the zones, as the word says.”Raf Simons Interzone also resonates with Saville as a way of perceiving his work. “The significant term to mention in any kind of understanding of my work is interzone. The overlapping space between design, art, fashion, music, cinema, photography, architecture, interior… I was never specifically interested in graphics or typography; I was interested in how two-dimensional culture could reflect the mood of the moment — the feeling of the now.”Peter Saville The Technicolour Fleck Tote Bag represents a meeting of “two great minds”, says Anders Byriel, CEO of Kvadrat. “Peter originally introduced us to Raf when we wanted to build a brand extension with him. We knew they had a special energy and shared aesthetic references, so it was natural to celebrate the relationship and the dialogues with this collaboration.”   TECHNICOLOUR FLECK TOTE BAG100% new English wool, worsted Width 40cm, height 38cm, depth 17cm 2 coloursAn all-purpose tote bag by Raf Simons and Peter Saville, produced in a limited edition of 200. A meeting of form and fabric from two singular creative minds in the interzone. Simons from fashion and Saville from art and design brought together by Kvadrat to create an object of utility replete with symbolism.Branded Kvadrat/Raf Simons/Peter Saville, marking their relationship.