Fashion News: The Upside Launches Swimwear Collection
The company announced that it will launch its first swimming suits for ladies collection at the end of October. The brand was founded five years ago and is known for its chic shapes and styles of printed sportswear, and has decided to enter the swimwear. Inspired by Saint Tropez’s Mediterranean coast and coastal costumes, founder and creative director Jodhi Meares created a range of products, including bikinis and gowns, overcoats and wrap skirts to expand The Upside’s products. “Designing swimming is very natural for me and the brand,” Meares said. “We have developed a family of beaches for more than 12 months now and I am very happy to be able to launch the Australian summer in time.” [Vogue Inbox]
Mytheresa will launch an exclusive 13-piece capsule line with Jimmy Choo, featuring tweed shoes and a bag with a red and blue color scheme. Buying items in this collection range from classic high heels to pointed flats and high-heeled ankle boots, so be sure to start online on October 24. [Vogue inbox]
Kristen Dunst, along with other influential people, worked with Sonia Rickel to support the special cause of creating generous sweaters. Sonia Rykiel’s creative director, Julie de Libran, chose people like Dunst, Kristin Scott Thomas, Liya Kebede and Langley Fox to help design a series of knitwear capsules to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the brand. Sales of the collection will be launched on November 5th and its proceeds will be donated to charities including La Maison des Femmes, Planned Parenthood, Ving and Hope&Home for Children. [WWD]
Tommy Hilfiger continues to grow and announces that its latest global 2019 spring ambassador will become Zendaya. The actress will work with Hilfiger to create a TommyXZendaya capsule series that is expected to follow the footsteps of Tommy Hilfiger Ambassadors Gigi Hadid, Lewis Hamilton and Hailey Baldwin. “Fashion is not just wearing cool clothes,” said the greatest Showman star. “This is a way to celebrate self-expression and personality, which is very influential. That’s why I am proud to work with Tommy Hilfiger.” [Vogue inbox]
Fendi announces the launch of its latest capsule line #FendiMania. The term “FendiMania” is defined as “extreme enthusiasm or desire; fascination with Fendi, the new collection of fashion brands with bright tones, its iconic motifs and the famous ‘Fendi / Fila’ logo, including all kinds of ready-to-wear and Accessories. If you are looking for a street style statement, this collection of wonderful women’s underwear and patterned cowboy boots is your best choice. [Vogue Inbox]
The Opera House has launched a 45-year-old staff uniform that will not disappoint. Inspired by the famous Australian designer Dion Lee, he draws inspiration from the architecture of the Opera House, which will be moved by staff in December. “I feel very honored by further designing the Sydney Opera House uniform to further deepen the relationship I think is so special,” Li said. See the monochrome navy uniform preview below.