• A Dazzling New Chapter in Chanel’s Chance Story: Introducing Chance Eau Splendide

    Written by Jahwanna Berglund

    Just when you think the game is over, Chanel rolls the dice once more and this time, the outcome is splendid.

    The beloved Chance fragrance family welcomes a new addition: Chance Eau Splendide, a radiant scent painted in purple a shade of magic, rebellion, and quiet nobility. It’s the colour of dreams, depth, and daring. Following the energizing green of Eau Fraîche, the tender pink of Eau Tendre, and the fiery orange of Eau Vive, this latest creation takes us into a new dimension: one that’s both playful and profound.

    Crafted by Olivier Polge, Chanel’s In-House Perfumer-Creator, Chance Eau Splendide is a fragrance of paradoxes. It dances between lightness and gravity, flirtation and finesse. A sparkling raspberry accord opens the experience, fresh, crisp, and joyful, before unfolding into a floral heart where rose and violet meet the elegance of rose geranium, partly cultivated in Chanel's very own fields in Grasse. The dry down is where the magic settles: cedarwood and white musk, softened with the powdery sophistication of iris, linger long after first spritz, like an echo of laughter after the curtain has fallen.

    This fragrance is an invitation to take risks. To believe in serendipity. To follow instinct and embrace the unknown. Chance Eau Splendide is the kind of perfume you wear when you want the universe on your side. A spritz on the neck becomes a small ritual of hope, daring, and intention.
    As Olivier Polge reflects, “The original idea behind chance was a state of mind that we interpreted in very different styles… Each chance fragrance is unique, but they all express the same emotion—something very lively and very direct.”

    Chance Eau Splendide embodies that philosophy, and then some. It arrives unannounced, with a mischievous wink and a dazzling energy. It’s the fragrance of those who believe fortune isn’t found, it’s made.
    And for those who dare to seize it, Chance Eau Splendide is a shimmering leap into what’s next.

  • photography Jordan Hemingway
    fashion Leopold Duchemin
    hair Takuya Uchiyama
    set design Polly Philp

    Acne Studios Presents a Collaboration with Kappa

    Written by Fashion Tales

    Acne Studios launches a 22-piece capsule collection of denim, sportswear and accessories with the Italian sportswear brand Kappa for Spring/Summer 2025. Combining technical sportswear expertise and luxury sensibility, the capsule collection comprises football jerseys, second-skin layers, tracksuits, denim, sneakers, and a unique iteration of the Acne Studios’ Bowlina bag.

    “I have always loved Kappa. Rebels wear Kappa, which appeals to me – it’s sportswear for the cool kids. In a world where the lines between classic workwear, streetwear, ready-to-wear and sportswear are blurred, it feels totally natural for Acne Studios to collaborate with Kappa on a collection that represents a modern way of dressing,” says Jonny Johansson, Creative Director of Acne Studios.

    Acne Studios has a long history of exploring athletic style, with football-inspired silhouettes and motifs frequently appearing in the collections. This capsule is a fusion of traditional sportswear codes and iconic Acne Studios silhouettes, drawing inspiration from retro football kits. Key pieces include the flame-printed football jersey in the brand’s emblematic pink with the Kappa and Acne Studios logos; the pale-wash denim and tracksuit pants with Kappa logo taping running down the legs; and the second-skin T-shirts which recall football players’ moisture-wicking base layers. In accessories, the Bowlina bag, which made its debut on the Acne Studios SS25 runway, is reinterpreted with the flame motif and dual logos, alongside a logo branded baseball cap, and a pair of sneakers and knee-high socks inspired by football kit.

    The campaign, starring British record producer and musician Tricky, heroes the ’90s allure of the collection. Lensed by photographer Jordan Hemingway and styled by Léopold Duchemin, the collaboration is heightened by Hemingway’s raw, powerful style. “Tricky’s music has had a real impact on my life. I’ve been a fan for a long time, and it just made sense to work with him for this project” says Jonny Johansson.

    “Great people – really fun day – I usually get nervous in a room full of people I don’t know - but they made it feel like family,” adds Tricky, reflecting on the creative process behind the campaign.

    The Acne Studios x Kappa collection will be available on acnestudios.com from 27 March and in Acne Studios stores worldwide from 3 April.
     

    Link: 
    acnestudios.com
  • image courtesy of & Other Stories

    & Other Stories Introduces Savoir – A Celebration of Romance, Craft and Couture Inspired Partywear

    Written by Fashion Tales

    There’s something undeniably magical about the moments before a celebration begins. The quiet anticipation, the soft chaos of getting ready, and that fleeting feeling when everything still lies ahead. It’s this exact emotion that & Other Stories captures with the launch of Savoir, a limited edition collection designed to elevate the art of dressing up.

    Crafted in the brand’s Paris and Stockholm ateliers, the Savoir collection isn’t just a seasonal drop. It’s a love letter to detail, silhouette, and craftsmanship. Bold, surreal, and unapologetically romantic, this is partywear that doesn’t shout, but softly mesmerises.

    “At its core, the collection is about those intimate moments before a special event—the excitement, the joy, and the memories waiting to unfold,” says Frida Billegren, Atelier Designer at & Other Stories in a press release. “Every piece is made to feel like a treasure, playful, luxurious and timeless.”

    The collection features sculptural silhouettes, unexpected textures, and couture level embellishments. One standout is a floor length, peach pink gown with delicate sequin detailing that glimmers just enough to catch the light, yet never overshadows the wearer. Elsewhere, a recurring heart motif lends the collection a touch of whimsy. A nod to timeless symbols of love, woven into the very fabric of the pieces. Quilted into a red leather mini skirt with a matching bralette, cropped across a soft tee, or peeking out as cut outs on crimson heels, the heart becomes a subtle signature throughout.

    Accessories are no afterthought either. Statement earrings crafted from textiles and glass beads echo the collection’s dreamy mood, while the heart shaped cut outs on shoes feel like a wink to the past, with both feet firmly planted in the now.

    Launching April 10 in selected stores and online at stories.com.
     

    Link: 
    stories.com

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