TEN CRAVES IS OUR ONLINE SERIES THAT ROUNDS UP ALL THE BEST PRODUCT LAUNCHES AND MUST-KNOW FASHION HAPPENINGS WEEK IN, WEEK OUT.
Jawara Alleyne and Alvaro Barrington’s Notting Hill Carnival Celebrations
Jawara Alleyne and Alvaro Barrington are teaming up to host a one-day pop-up event in celebration of this year’s Notting Hill Carnival. Taking place tomorrow at Barrington’s Whitechapel HQ, the event is set to showcase the principles of culture and community that are so deeply rooted in the annual celebration and continue to define it today.
The artistic fusion will feature the pair’s recent collaboration, the Come Home Capsule created in support of the Notting Hill Carnival Trust, alongside pieces from Alleyne’s Grace edit – which pays homage to the DIY culture and punk philosophies at the heart of Carnival and Caribbean art and is inspired by Alleyne’s ongoing collaborative display with Alvaro at the Tate – and a selection of other capsule edits from the Untitled by Jawara Alleyne collection.
This emphasis on performance within Caribbean culture resonates with both Barrington and Alleyne’s creative practice and their relationships with Carnival. Alleyne’s designs showcase the evolution of Carnival costumes and adornments, paying homage to their beauty as well as the DIY practices and punk philosophies inherent in Caribbean culture, whilst Barrington is renowned for his artistic explorations of his diasporic heritage. Don’t miss out on this exclusive pop-up! Visit Barrington’s studio at 179-181 Whitechapel Road, E1 1DN tomorrow to get in on the action before heading off to Carni! Annabel Antoniou
OMOROVICZA AND BEEN release a cheeky bag charm
Budapest-based luxury skincare label Omorovicza, is partnering with London-born sustainable accessories label, Been, to launch a limited-edition run of an adorable multi-use bag charm. This unique marriage celebrates the fusion of Omorovicza’s rich Hungarian heritage with Been’s sleek and contemporary design language. The charm includes a travel-sized Queen of Hungary body mist that slips into a harness crafted from ethical grain apple leather, perfect for providing long-lasting hydration and a quick refresh on the go. Whether you’re braving the changing weather or navigating the trenches of tube journeys, this facial spray offers easy access to a rejuvenating mist anytime, anywhere. Adding a touch of tradition, the charm also features a cutesy, hand-painted miniature Folqa Doll, a nod to Omorovicza’s deep-rooted Hungarian heritage. Join the waitlist here to own your own charming accessory that seamlessly blends the old and new, making it a must-have for those who appreciate both style and substance. AA
VEILANCE’s wet weather-ready AW24 COLLECTION
As we reluctantly bid farewell to summer, Veilance, the diffusion line of Arc’teryx, turns our melancholy into excitement with the launch of its modular AW24 collection. Founded in 2009, Veilance focusses on minimalist values in conjunction with advanced technological construction techniques, delivering top-tier performance across every natural environment the wearer might encounter. Now, the brand is expanding its women’s line to feature not only refined, structured coats intended for wet weather, but also barrel-legged trousers and a standout Gore-Corp skirt – it’s must-have item for the coming season. The men’s line has also received a few updates, with revised renditions of the Spere Blazer and Spere Pants up for grabs. Both collections are crafted with layering in mind, encouraging you to experiment with your wardrobe this autumn. Explore the collections here. AA
MARC JACOBS Sets Up At SELFRIDGES
It’s time to get your butt over to Selfridges’ because Marc Jacobs has transformed the luxury department store’s second floor atrium into a whimsical exhibit centred around the New York-based brand’s fall 2024 collection. Upon entry to the Oxford Street pop-up, expect to be immersed in an exclusive display that playfully reinterprets classical architecture with a tongue-in-cheek twist using decor made up of ancient-style busts and statues draped in Marc Jacobs bags with murals featuring the brand’s iconic Kiki Boots and Tote bags bedecking the walls. The collection itself blends ’80s punk and glamour, with an array of red and black satin two-pieces, zebra sequin mini dresses and studded denim all on offer, alongside the debut of the new ‘The’ items range, like The Jean and The Shirt. There are also pieces that nod to the ‘Marchives’ such as a fluffy zebra print coat (as seen on Cardi B in this season’s campaign) and an adorable cat-adorned jumper. But that’s not all! On September 6, a surprise collaboration will be unveiled as part of Marc Jacobs’ ongoing 40th anniversary celebrations. But shh didn’t hear that from us! AA
CHANEL Buys Stake IN Luxury Watchmaker MB&F
Yesterday, Chanel announced that it had officially acquired a 25 per cent stake in MB&F, an independent Swiss watchmaking house known for its innovative, conceptual timepieces. Founded in 2005 by Maximilian Büsser, MB&F stands for ‘Maximilian Büsser and Friends’ and operates as a horological concept combining creativity and micro-engineering to create three-dimensional, kinetic art pieces that can tell time and be worn around the wrist. Chanel’s strategic investment aligns with its long-term and ongoing commitment to preserving and developing luxury watchmaking expertise, solidifying its position in the high-end horologic industry. AA
JO MALONE’s New ESCAPIST Scent
Ever wish you could escape to the serene forests of Japan, immersing yourself in the calming ritual of forest bathing, all while going about your daily routine? On September 3, Jo Malone London makes that possible with its new cologne called, Hinoki & Cedarwood Intense. An immersive blend of clean, aromatic notes and woody intensity, the scent will transport your nose straight to the heart of Japan’s tranquil forests whilst the fusion of cedarwood and hinoki evokes the familiar atmosphere of a clean, dry sauna. It’s truly blissful. “Hinoki & Cedarwood really takes you away; to nature, to a different place,” Céline Roux, global head of fragrance, comments. “I love the idea of the serenity that comes from the immersion in the forest. The smell of hinoki reminds me of a dry, clean sauna. It’s just beautiful.” AA
JOUISSANCE celebrates female sensuality through literature-inspired scents
There’s something subtly erotic about a good Jouissance perfume. The burgeoning fragrance brand knows this, having found its point of departure in pleasure and the “books we read beneath the sheets”. With its creations being inspired by female artists, writers and fictional characters, Jouissance refers to a complex concept meaning to “transgress the limits imposed on pleasure”, and is inherently linked to femininity because of “women’s capacity for experiencing surplus enjoyment”.
The debut collection sets the foundation for the label with three sensual perfumes ideal for the sexy intellectuals amongst us. La Bague D’O is an olfactory reimagining of Pauline Réage’s controversial classic Story of O, transformed into a scent featuring a floral bouquet with carnal and musky castoreum notes. The second perfume, En Plein Air, draws inspiration from the world of Catherine Millet, blending citrus with earthy, rain-soaked undertones. The final scent is Les Cahiers Secrets, a concoction informed by passages from Anaïs Nin’s diaries, capturing themes of eroticism, self-discovery, and the subversive power of female language, expressed through notes of fresh-cut lilies, cumin and a base of musk and pressed powder. Indulge in the smell of unapologetic female pleasure here. AA
Photography by Stella Berkofsky
MANOLO BLAHNIK releases new MEN’S COLLECTION
Manolo Blahnik’s autumn 2024 men’s collection embodies a balance between innovation and tradition, offering styles that range from effortlessly elegant to daringly opulent. Great for transitioning from late summer into the cold season, with a focus on craftsmanship, the offering is inspired by natural landscapes, lingering summer and vibrant cities. Featuring warm suede slip-ons, sturdy lugged-sole boots and polished loafers in a refined palette of dark neutrals with unexpected pops of colour, the range highlights Blahnik’s masterful use of hue, while innovative details like brilliant buckles and unique fabrications bring the timeless designs to life. Shop the collection here. AA
FIELD MANEUVERS GOES OUT WITH A BANG
Talks about a proper party. Last weekend we danced under a sea of lasers and a supermoon at the final ever Field Maneuvers (in its current form, that is). The no frills, dirty little rave, which takes place in Norfolk, has spent just over a decade as one of the best festivals on the UK circuit. With just over 1,000 guests attending this year’s edition, the team behind the party plan to downsize the annual knees up for its next iteration. Not before one more big blow out, though.
The weekend was chock-full with both FM main stays and selectors who played the party for the first time. Highlights included Angel D’Lite dropping Geri Halliwell’s “Scream If You Wanna Go Faster” peak set, LCY bringing the Low End Dreams Friday takeover to a wonderfully wonky climax, Marc Mac playing his first ever full Manix set over 30 years after first making tunes under the alias and Josey Rebelle and Ben Sims taking the Sputnik stage to another dimension with their b2b in FM’s final hours.
You’ll be stumped to find a moment of sheer, euphoric joy quite like the FM Dalston Superstore takeover, which took place on the festival’s final day. The beloved East London queer nightclub brought along a slew of its regular selectors – including Faff, J.Aria, Fancy Shews! and Michelle Manetti to soundtrack the day – with the likes of Nadine Noor and Taahliah bringing proceedings to a glorious close inside the FM Tent. When can we do it all again? PT
Photography by Drew Eckheart
