25 April 2025 |
Plus summer-themed ads from Louis Vuitton, DSquared2, and Moncler.
It might only have just started to feel like spring but the latest rounds of ad campaigns and collaborations have us mentally jumping ahead several weeks. Case in point: Louis Vuitton’s resort ads starring a glowing Zendaya perched against the Italian Riviera and DSquared2’s sultry warm weather capsule collection. Even Chanel’s latest eyewear campaign starring the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Lupita Nyong’o, Margaret Qualley and Nana Komatsu feels on theme because no summer isn’t complete without the perfect pair of sunglasses. And of course, what’s a more quintessential sport for this time of year if not tennis? For Miu Miu, this marks the ideal time to announce their partnership with American champion Coco Gauff in collaboration with New Balance.
Read on to learn more and catch up on what else you might have missed.
Miu Miu Does Tennis
Tennis style is about to be taken up several notches now that Miu Miu is in the game. The brand announced earlier this week that American tennis champion Coco Gauff has signed up to wear their New Balance collaboration for three upcoming tournaments. On the court in Rome she’ll be clad in a navy and white with red accents, while Berlin will be green and white with sky blue details, and finally for Cincinnati, it’ll be white and royal blue with touches of red. All will be completed with a co-branded version of the signature shoe, the Coco CG2. Off the court she’ll also have coordinating hoodies and track pants to complete the look, in addition to the New Balance x Miu Miu 530 SL sneakers. Interested in getting these pieces for yourself? It’ll be available to buy September 10th online as well as in select stores.
Zendaya Stars in Louis Vuitton’s Resort Campaign
After serving as the face of the Louis Vuitton x Murakami collection, Zendaya is back to star in a new campaign. For the brand’s 2025 resort ads, the multi-hyphenate poses against the cinematic backdrop of the Italian Riviera. With a sophisticated yet effortless wardrobe, the collection features Tuscan-inspired florals and sleek silhouettes. Key looks include a floral skirt paired with a cropped t-shirt, and an open-back black dress with delicate embroidery. Accessories like the Capucines bag in wicker and mahogany leather, gold-accented sunglasses, and wraparound chain belts complete the perfect holiday elegance.
Burberry Celebrates Mother’s Day
In honor of Mother’s Day, which is Sunday May 11th, Burberry is combining love, heritage, and style with a campaign featuring supermodel Jerry Hall alongside her daughters, Lizzy and Georgia May Jagger, and grandchildren Eugene and Dean. The images celebrate the legacy of family through candid moments, captured in an accompanying film that offers a glimpse into Hall’s family life. Alongside this, the brand is also holding an exclusive Mother’s Day event at the New York Botanical Garden, bringing together family, friends, and their signature style in a tribute to mothers everywhere.
Chanel Taps Kendrick Lamar
No one’s having a better 2025 than Kendrick Lamar. After kicking off the year with one of the best Super Bowl halftime shows to date, the musician can now add Chanel model to his resume. Alongside actresses Lupita Nyong’o, Margaret Qualley and Nana Komatsu, the quartet star in the brand’s newest eyewear campaign as photographed by Kari Sadii. Consisting of close-up images, the concept centers around the idea of eyewear as a window to the creative soul. The shapes have retro inspiration but still look decidedly modern, especially on these faces. “[The brand] has a timeless legacy and that is always something I can get behind. Since they don’t make clothes for men, I knew it would have to be glasses,” says Lamar via press release of his new gig.
Bvlgari Doubles Down on Italian Craftsmanship
As consumers find themselves deep diving into how their products are made, comes Bvlgari’s announcement of their newly expanded production site in Valenza, Italy. True to their mission of celebrating local artisans, this will now be the world’s largest single-brand jewellery manufacturing facility. Doubling their production capacity by 2029, Manifattura Bvlgari prioritizes sustainability with renewable energy and carbon-neutral operations, while celebrating Italian craftsmanship through the newly launched Scuola Bvlgari, a training school open to the public.
Summer in the City, The Moncler Way
Moncler is exploring summer city dressing with their Summer 2025 collection, combining rugged workwear looks with sleek metropolitan style. Set on the streets of New York, the collection features relaxed silhouettes in neutral tones, from khaki to deep denim, all finished with the brand’s iconic feltrino logo. Highlights include water resistant jackets, ultra light windbreakers, and an all-in-one overall! Designed for modern urban life, the collection delivers durability, functionality, and style.
Hot For Summer
Dsquared2 slips into something sultrier for summer with Summer Lovers, a capsule collection made for glistening skin, salty kisses and days that blur into balmy nights. Inspired by the sun-drenched 1982 film of the same name, the brand reimagines resort classics through an ‘80s Hollywood lens. Picture faded denim cut-offs, clingy crochet maxis, embroidered terry polos, postcard prints and tan-line-baring swimwear. Breezy shirting and bucket hats round out a wardrobe built for boat rides, beachside flings and everything in between.
Jacquemus and Timberland Get Preppy
One unexpected collaboration that makes total sense in retrospect is Jacquemus and Timberland. The French designer has turned his colorful, playful eye on the outdoorsy shoe brand, transforming their signature 1978 silhouette. The aptly named Timberland & Jacquemus 3-Eye Lug Boat Shoe La Bateau has Simon Porte Jacquemus reimagining the style in a vibrant banana yellow. Crafted with Timberland leather, a durable lug outsole, and soft leather lining, the preppy with a twist design is now available online as well as at select stores including Jacquemus’ new Los Angeles location.
A Suitcase to Remember
Marking their 50th anniversary aka the golden anniversary, Tumi is appropriately introducing a limited-edition capsule of their 19 Degree pieces, reimagined in radiant Bullion Gold. This exclusive collection includes a briefcase, international carry-on, watch travel case, and minaudiere, each crafted from aircraft-grade aluminium, alongside unique anniversary patches. With only 250 of each piece available worldwide, this celebratory collection blends the brand’s signature attention to utility and ease with a nod to their legacy. The collection launches April 25th online and at select flagship stores globally, just in time for you to jet-set in style this summer.
HommeGirls Opens a New York City Shop
Fans of HommeGirls, the bi-annual style magazine founded by Thakoon Panichgul with its own fashion line, will be happy to note that they can now shop the brand in person. They’ve opened up their first retail location in Chinatown, New York. Designed by Rafael de Cárdenas, Ltd., the interiors feature a Portaluppi-inspired polished marble floor and fully mirrored walls to create an infinity effect. As for the center, a rotating dry cleaning rack serves as a way to display pieces from the collection. Visitors will find ready-to-wear including the brand’s signature striped shirts, boxers, and trench coats alongside copies of the latest issue which stars the likes of Jennie, Natasha Lyonne among others. “I’m excited for this new chapter — for us to be able to showcase all the facets of the brand. From the magazine to the collection, to one-of-a-kind partnerships and out-of-the-box ideas, the space will allow us to express the world of HommeGirls and for our readers to step inside,” says Panichgul.
