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From giant gold chains adorned with whales and eyeballs to its own platform spin on the Nike Cortez, COMME des GARÇONS has never been one to shy away from making a fashion statement. The brand’s

Location: Tokyo, Japan When: February 2019 Key Looks: Swipe to slide two to see an on-point combination of denim, earth-tone patchworks details, and a fringed purse. Editor’s Notes: In contrast to

Louis Vuitton is set to release its luxurious take on the classic pencil case. Costing $900, the calfskin leather pencil roll is covered in the classic Louis Vuitton monogram and comes complete with a

Publisher Taschen and magazine Sneaker Freaker have teamed up for new kick anthology, The Ultimate Sneaker Book, featuring highlights from Sneaker Freaker’s 17-year history. The 650-page hardcover

Brand: adidas Originals Model: Nite Jogger Key Features: A mixed-material upper features a mesh base with synthetic and suede overlays at the mudguard, toe box, and heel. A full-length Boost midsole

One of R. Kelly‘s victims and the main witness in his 2008 child pornography trial, Lisa VanAllen, has shared her experiences in an op-ed for the The New York Times. Referring to Kelly as Rob

Brand: JieDa Season: FW19 Key Pieces: The slouchy black puffer is a standout, with a relaxed fit and distressed patina offering a refreshing take on a winter staple. Release Date: TBC Buy: JieDa

Spike Lee is known for bringing his special brand of drip to the red carpet, and this year’s 2019 Grammy’s were no different. Not only did the director’s BlacKkKlansman win the award for Best Writing

Any Marvel show heading to Disney‘s upcoming streaming platform, Disney+, will be entirely integrated into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has confirmed to

Brand: Vans Model: Era Key Features: Each Era sneaker features a digitally printed tie-dye pattern in one of three colorways: red, yellow, and green. The Deadhead-style tie-dye print is accented with

Despite the countless number of co-branded sneaker releases each year, there are few ongoing collaborations with the longevity and impact of A Bathing Ape’s partnership with adidas. What started as a

Brooklyn-based Jynwaye Foo is taking customization to the next level. The 22-year-old artist first caught our attention when her meticulously hand-painted Nike Air Force 1s went viral last year.

2.5/5.0 Teen rapper Lil Pump’s repetitive yet hyper-catchy trap anthems are designed to make kids shout the same words over and over. On his self-titled debut 2017 album, Pump’s obvious shortfalls as

Brand: Nike Model: VaporFly Elite Flyprint 3D Key Features: Newly innovated Flyprint performance-printed 3D upper that offers more breathability and boasting almost zero water retention. The model is