ON OUR RADAR

ALO x BELLA HADID

ALO unveils model and entrepreneur Bella Hadid as the face of its latest campaign, shot in Los Angeles by Mert & Marcus and styled by Mimi Cuttrell. Launching alongside ALO’s Pre-Fall Collection, the campaign captures Hadid in signature studio-to-street essentials—including the Airbrush Better Together Bra, Airlift Rebel Leggings, and ALO Trail Sneaker. Rooted in mind-body wellness and self-acceptance, the partnership highlights daily movement, mindfulness, and effortless street style set against the backdrop of the city that shaped both Hadid and the brand.

MIU MIU BUBBLE SHOES!

Drawing from an early 2000s sportswear aesthetic, Miu Miu reimagines an archive model with the launch of the Bubble shoe. Deconstructed and soft, the design pairs a lightly padded leather and suede upper with a fluid, lightened sole that balances transparency and coverage. Highlighted on the FW26 Paris runway in a technical nylon iteration with jewelled embroideries, the eclectic shoe blends minimalist heritage with contemporary, irreverent detailing—delivering a balance between sophistication, form, and function.

Photography: @lu__deverall Assistant: @taja.vaetoru Styling: @feeyyooo Styling Assistant: @Josieuncut Hair: @Byluciabinta Make Up: @Larissahewan

EX TO X: FOSTERING CONNECTIONS BETWEEN FLINTA* CREATIVES

In 2026, we are long past the idea that creatives should dedicate themselves to a single discipline for life. Today, there is the freedom to experiment, move between mediums, and pursue whatever sparks curiosity. Yet one thing remains essential for building a career in the creative industry: meaningful connections. Meeting new people, starting conversations, and turning those encounters into opportunities continues to shape creative journeys.

Creative producer Angelique Houben and model Stefanie Giesinger are addressing exactly that with their new platform, Ex to X. Dedicated to supporting FLINTA* creatives—who remain underrepresented across many areas of the industry—the initiative aims to build an active community by creating spaces where creatives can meet, exchange ideas, collaborate, and inspire one another.

The platform offered a first glimpse of its vision with an inaugural gathering on 31 July. Bringing together a multidisciplinary lineup of FLINTA* artists, the event served as a successful preview of what is to come: a growing community driven by creativity, collaboration, and mutual support.

BIRKENSTOCK x ADERERROR

BIRKENSTOCK reunites with Seoul-based creative label ADERERROR for a second collaboration, reworking the iconic Boston clog in celebration of its 50th anniversary. Built around the concept of “Thread”- a metaphor for connection and continuity – the capsule introduces two updated silhouettes, the Boston Cap and Boston Flap, featuring layered leather, exposed stitching, and ADERERROR’s signature zigzag embroidery. Balancing functionality with experimental design, the collection offers a fresh take on one of BIRKENSTOCK’s most enduring styles. The BIRKENSTOCK x ADERERROR capsule launches globally on August 6 via 1774.com, ADERERROR, BIRKENSTOCK stores, and selected retailers.

NEW CARHARTT WIP FW COLLECTION DROPS

For Fall/Winter 2026, Carhartt WIP grounds its collection in weight, structure, and texture. Blending archival styles reworked for today with outdoor references and field-inspired details, the drop balances functional utility and refined outerwear. From heavy-duty denim and tactile knits to wool-rich fabrics and new seasonal motifs, the collection adapts heritage workwear through contemporary silhouettes and materials for the depths of winter.