Gucci’s ‘Chosen Family’ Grows: Ningning Steps In as Global Brand Ambassador, Ushering a New Era of Intimate Luxury
Gucci enters a new chapter with the introduction of Ningning as its Global Brand Ambassador, marking a thoughtful alignment between the house and a rising figure in contemporary pop culture. Known offstage as Ning Yizhuo, the singer brings a blend of international appeal and artistic credibility that complements Gucci’s evolving narrative of identity, connection, and modern elegance.
The announcement arrives alongside a campaign centered on the idea of a “chosen family,” a theme that feels both intimate and universal. Rather than focusing solely on individual expression, the imagery draws attention to shared experiences—moments of gathering, storytelling, and quiet celebration. Set around a communal table, the campaign unfolds like an evening among close companions, where generations intersect and memories are both revisited and newly created. It’s a softer, more reflective approach to luxury, one that places emotional connection at its core.
Since Ningning’s debut in 2020 as a member of the South Korean group aespa, she has steadily built a reputation not only for her vocal strength but also for her distinctive presence. Born in Harbin, China, she stepped into the global spotlight with aespa’s debut single “Black Mamba,” which quickly drew international attention. The group’s momentum continued with releases like Savage and Girls, projects that demonstrated both commercial success and a growing artistic identity.
Gucci’s campaign features a diverse cast, including established ambassadors and creative figures, each contributing to the atmosphere of belonging. The clothing itself, drawn from the house’s “La Famiglia” concept, mirrors the theme: pieces that feel personal yet expressive, designed to be worn not just for display but as part of lived experience.
Ashley Luxe Meets Hailee Steinfeld: Where Sofas Become Gowns and Comfort Steals the Spotlight
A transition towards softer, more comfortable luxury is emerging in the home decor sector as Ashley Furniture Industries unveils Ashley Luxe, a new collection that delves into the blend of modern sophistication and everyday coziness. This line is seen as a progression of the brand’s design philosophy, showcasing a rising desire for interiors that exude elegance without feeling aloof or impractical.
To celebrate the launch, Ashley has chosen Hailee Steinfeld as the campaign’s ambassador. With her diverse background in film, music, and production, Steinfeld infuses a unique creative flair into the initiative. Her personal ties to design—partly influenced by her upbringing in a design-rich environment—bring an authentic touch to the partnership, resonating with the collection’s focus on self-expression in home settings.
Ashley Luxe is presented through five unique collections—Bracken, Neo, Calden, Modero, and Whitehaven—each providing a distinct viewpoint on modern living. Instead of adhering to a singular aesthetic, the collection embraces versatility, enabling spaces to feel both thoughtfully curated and inviting.
Bracken draws on natural materials and structured forms, softened by the warmth of a French oak finish. Neo takes a quieter approach, focusing on tonal balance and subtle textures that lend a sense of calm restraint. Calden introduces low-profile silhouettes paired with inviting surfaces, designed with adaptability in mind. In contrast, Modero rethinks motion seating with a streamlined sensibility, integrating functionality without disrupting visual harmony. Whitehaven rounds out the offering with gentle curves and modular flexibility, encouraging a more relaxed, lived-in atmosphere.
The campaign embraces this story through a chic, fashion-inspired perspective. In a whimsical sequence, Steinfeld navigates her apartment, culminating in the transformation of upholstery from a sectional into a gown—an inventive act that merges the worlds of fashion and interior design.
From Lagos to the Octagon, Stitched Into Every Seam: The Quiet Power of Israel Adesanya’s New Collection
Where Discipline Meets Identity: Daily Paper and Israel Adesanya Redefine Sport-Inspired Style
Daily Paper’s latest collaboration with Engage brings a quieter, more reflective perspective to the intersection of sport and style, shaped in part by UFC champion Israel Adesanya. The capsule collection draws on themes of heritage, discipline, and self-expression, offering pieces that feel considered rather than overtly statement-driven.
Adesanya’s personal narrative sits naturally at the center of the project. Born in Nigeria and raised in New Zealand, his identity reflects a fluid movement between cultures—something that subtly informs the collection’s visual language. Known for his precision inside the octagon, he has also cultivated a distinct presence outside of it, where fashion, creativity, and cultural pride play a defining role.
That balance between control and individuality echoes the shared ethos of Daily Paper and Engage. Both brands have built their reputations on authenticity and a deep respect for cultural storytelling, and here, those values are translated into garments that feel both functional and symbolic.
The collection itself leans into heritage-inspired motifs, reworked through Daily Paper’s contemporary design lens and grounded by Engage’s performance-oriented approach. Rather than overwhelming the pieces, graphic elements are used with restraint—appearing across key silhouettes to suggest ideas of resilience, discipline, and representation.
BOSS and Ligne Roset Join Forces to Reinvent the Iconic Togo Chair
METZINGEN, Germany — In an unusual crossover between fashion and furniture, German brand BOSS and French design house Ligne Roset have unveiled a reimagined version of the iconic Togo chair, marking the first time the legendary seat has been produced with a tailored, two-tone material mix inspired by menswear.
The limited-edition BOSS | LIGNE ROSET Tailored Togo fireside chair and matching footstool combine robust leather with a soft textile seating surface, finished with contrast stitching borrowed from BOSS’s tailoring heritage. The collaboration was announced April 16 and will be showcased at design events in Paris and Milan through late April.
“With the new Togo, we’ve translated our DNA into an iconic design object that brings the feeling of a made-to-measure suit into the home,” said Marco Falcioni, creative director at HUGO BOSS, in a statement.
Originally created in 1973 by French designer Michel Ducaroy, the Togo popularized modular seating with its all-foam, frameless construction and distinctive crinkled folds. More than 1.5 million units have been sold worldwide, and it remains handcrafted exclusively at Ligne Roset’s factory in Briord, France, by a small team of artisan upholsterers.
“This collaboration reinterprets the Togo through a new lens — where craftsmanship meets the precision of tailoring,” said Antoine Roset, CEO of Ligne Roset.
The partnership also includes a selection of complementary accessories: duotone jacquard cushion covers, a saddle-stitched throw, and a textured canvas holdall. Select pieces from BOSS’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection, including the Madison bag and Gary trainers, are presented alongside the chair to echo its leather-and-fabric material palette.
The chair will be on view at Ligne Roset’s Palais de Tokyo event in Paris from April 16 to 19, followed by an installation at Cesare Correnti 14 during Milan’s 5VIE Design Week from April 20 to 26. The Milan space will be open to the public daily, with a private VIP cocktail event on April 21.
The BOSS | LIGNE ROSET Togo fireside chair and footstool will be released as a limited-edition series available at selected Ligne Roset stores and showcased at BOSS stores in Paris and Milan beginning in April 2026. Pricing was not disclosed.
When F1 Meets the Fairway: PUMA Brings Charles Leclerc to PGA Tour’s Doral Return
MIAMI — On a Tuesday afternoon at the Blue Monster course, the worlds of Formula 1 and professional golf collided. Not with a crash, but with a custom club fitting.
PUMA, the global sports company, hosted Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc at Doral as the PGA Tour returned to the iconic Miami course for the first time in several years. The activation, held April 28, centered around the PUMA Cobra Golf Tour Truck, where Leclerc received a full equipment build and fitting — the same treatment given to the brand’s golf ambassadors.
Among them were Rickie Fowler, JJ Spaun, Max Homa, and Gary Woodland, all competing in the tournament that week. After his fitting, Leclerc joined Fowler inside the ropes during a practice round, walking holes 9 and 10 and swapping notes on precision, pressure, and technology.
“It’s been a very cool few hours with PUMA,” Leclerc said. “It’s actually the first time for me to be on a tournament. Speaking a little bit about my world, which is Formula 1, and sharing our experiences — to see him play was incredibly impressive. The accuracy, the power, the preparation that is put into every single detail to be at the top level is always very impressive.”
Leclerc drew direct parallels between the two sports. “There are lots of similarities,” he noted, pointing to the technology inside the Cobra tour truck. “The amount of technology is very, very impressive, and the amount of fine details they are speaking of and going to is very, very impressive.”
The margins, he said, are just as fine as they are in F1. Watching players on the practice range, he observed: “For my beginner’s eye, there’s not that much between them. In any kind of sport when you get to that level, it’s all about who is going to perform at their best when the pressure is on — qualifying, race day, or a tournament.”
Leclerc also praised the mental fortitude required of golfers. “The mental side of golf is incredibly difficult. Even the smallest thought at the wrong moment during your swing makes a huge difference. The mental strength these guys have — to extract any thoughts and noise around them in that particular moment — is super, super impressive.”
The PGA Tour’s return to Doral carried extra weight: a reduced field, a higher purse, and a course with deep championship pedigree. For PUMA, the event was an opportunity to showcase its Cobra Golf technology while bridging two of its biggest sponsored properties.
Leclerc, meanwhile, was already looking ahead to the Miami Grand Prix later that week. “I’m kind of obsessed with Formula 1,” he said. “Lots of days in the simulator in Maranello preparing for the small tweaks on the rules that will happen from Miami onwards, and the different upgrades we’ll bring.”
Dior Revives the Médaillon: A Rococo Motif Becomes Fall 2026’s Essential Bag
PARIS — Seventy‑nine years after it first adorned the walls of Christian Dior’s original boutique, the médaillon is taking center stage again. The house’s historic rococo‑inspired emblem into the defining detail of two new handbags: the Médaillon Flap bag and a modern bucket bag.
The médaillon dates to December 1946, when it was used as a decorative motif inside the first Dior boutique at 30 Avenue Montaigne. Its scrollwork and gentle curves evoke 18th‑century rococo design. In the new collection, Anderson couples the medallion with a delicate bow — the house’s emblematic seal since 1947 — to create a clasp that closes the Médaillon Flap bag.
The flap bag is conceived as an everyday essential. Available in small and medium sizes, it comes in several solid colors or the classic Dior Oblique jacquard. An adjustable leather strap allows the bag to be worn over the shoulder or crossbody. Inside, there is a zip pocket and a rear slip pocket. The bag is lined in calfskin and made in Italy.
The same medallion motif appears as a structural element on a new bucket bag, integrated directly into the handle. This design allows the wearer to adjust the bag’s height with ease. Like the flap bag, the bucket bag is offered in small or medium sizes, crafted from Dior Oblique jacquard or grained leather, and includes a removable inner pouch.
Isabel Marant Embarks on a Sun‑Baked Journey for Summer 2026 Campaign
PARIS — French fashion house Isabel Marant has released its Summer 2026 campaign, a sun‑drenched ode to the open road captured through the lens of photographer Robin Galiegue, with video direction by Thibault Della Gaspera.
The collection leans into a nomadic, utilitarian aesthetic, where weathered textures and fluid silhouettes evoke the marks of a long journey. Washed silks and jerseys sit alongside leathers that have been embossed and treated to appear heat‑worn, as if shaped by sun and dust. The result is a lineup that feels both raw and deliberately crafted, with an emphasis on effortless movement and a subtle edge.
Artisanal details take center stage throughout the range. Totemic embroideries, beaded fringes, and jewelry etched with bark‑like textures signal an obsessive attention to detail — a signature of the house since its founding in 1994. The campaign imagery, shot by Galiegue, captures models in motion against sparse, sunlit landscapes, reinforcing the sense of a spontaneous escape.
New Balance Taps Ivorian Football Prodigy Yan Diomande as Brand Ambassador
The sportswear label continues its football push, signing the 19‑year‑old RB Leipzig striker who cites the brand’s iconic grey as a longtime favorite.
BOSTON — New Balance has added another rising star to its roster, announcing today the signing of Ivorian footballer Yan Diomande. The 19‑year‑old attacker, who recently became the second‑youngest player in Bundesliga history to score a hat trick, joins the Boston‑based sportswear brand as it expands its presence in global football.
Born in Abidjan in 2006, Diomande moved to the United States as a child and developed at Florida’s DME Academy before leading a semi‑professional team to an unbeaten season and a local league title in 2023. He later earned call‑ups to the Ivory Coast U17 and U23 national teams, then made the jump to European football with La Liga’s CD Leganés in January 2025. After a short but impactful spell, he transferred to RB Leipzig, where his hat trick in a 6‑0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt — achieved at 19 years and 22 days old — cemented his reputation as one of the league’s most exciting young forwards.
For New Balance, which has built much of its fashion credibility on classic silhouettes like the 990 series and a distinctive grey palette, Diomande’s personal style preferences align neatly with the brand’s identity.
“I’ve always been a fan of New Balance grey,” Diomande said in a statement. The comment will likely resonate with sneaker enthusiasts who have turned the brand’s understated colorways into a wardrobe staple far beyond the pitch.
Andrew McGarty, senior director of sports marketing for global football at New Balance, described Diomande as “driven, authentic, and built for the global stage.”
Despite his rapid ascent through three continents and multiple leagues, Diomande has remained grounded in the values instilled by his family and early coaches. He has said he aims to use his platform to inspire young players and create opportunities for the next generation in the Ivory Coast.
Financial terms of the endorsement deal were not disclosed. Diomande joins a New Balance football roster that includes other young talents, as the brand continues to compete with larger sportswear rivals for visibility in the sport.
ACG Introduces the Zegama Hike, a New Hiking Boot for July 2026
The All Conditions Gear label combines elements from its trail running shoe with added durability and support.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Nike’s All Conditions Gear (ACG) has announced the Zegama Hike, a performance hiking boot scheduled for release in July 2026. The model is the brand’s first dedicated hiking option since its footwear lineup was reintroduced earlier this year.
The Zegama Hike takes design cues from the Zegama Trail running shoe, particularly its lightweight, responsive construction, and adapts them for longer hikes where additional durability and stability are typically required.
According to ACG, the boot uses a trail-specific last with a wider forefoot and toe box. Underfoot, a layer of ZoomX foam sits within a more rigid foam structure intended to provide cushioning and protection on uneven surfaces. The mid-cut design includes a fit system aimed at securing the heel and ankle during climbs and descents.
The upper features rubberized overlays, reinforced toe and heel guards, and an ankle gaiter designed to keep debris out. The outsole uses Vibram Megagrip technology, a compound known for traction on both wet and dry surfaces. ACG also added a wider base and more extensive rubber coverage to improve downhill stability.
The brand said it tested prototypes on trails in Oregon, the Alps, Korea, Los Angeles and Utah, including 8‑ to 10‑hour hikes with full packs. It also worked with a run club in Seoul, an urban hiking group in Los Angeles, and collegiate athletes in Utah to assess fit.
UGG Introduces Spring 2026 Golden Collection With Elsa Hosk and Rina Sawayama
The campaign reinterprets the brand’s Classic Boot into sandals and clogs for warmer weather, featuring croc-embossed and utility-inspired styles.
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — UGG has released its Spring 2026 Golden Collection, a line of sandals and clogs that adapts the brand’s signature sheepskin boot silhouettes for warmer months. The collection is supported by a campaign starring model and designer Elsa Hosk and musician and actor Rina Sawayama, both of whom appeared in the brand’s fall 2025 campaign.
The collection includes several styles. The GoldenGlow Embossed features a croc-print finish, an ultra-lightweight outsole, and straps and upper liner made from 100% recycled fibers. The GoldenGaze Embossed Ankle Wrap uses the same croc pattern in a slimmer silhouette. The Goldenstar Gleam and Goldenstar Hi Artistitch are constructed with smooth suede, a supportive footbed and adjustable straps; the latter includes espadrille-inspired embroidery. The Goldenstar Wildwood combines metal buckles and decorative bungees with CORDURA UltraLite Fabric.
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According to UGG, the campaign centers on juxtaposition, pairing familiar silhouettes with contrasting textures and colors. Hosk and Sawayama are shown wearing the warm-weather collection, which is available now at UGG.com, UGG stores and select wholesale retailers nationwide.
UGG was founded in 1978 by an Australian surfer in Santa Barbara, California. The brand is a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK) and reports more than $2 billion in annual sales.
Jimmy Choo Introduces ‘From The Atelier’ Capsule With Four Seasonal Bon Bon Bags
The limited-edition collection, inspired by a bespoke artwork from British paper artist Helen Musselwhite, is available exclusively through the brand’s private client team.
LONDON — Jimmy Choo has released a limited-edition capsule collection titled “From The Atelier,” featuring four versions of the house’s Bon Bon bag. Each piece corresponds to a season and is inspired by a bespoke artwork created by British paper artist Helen Musselwhite.
The collection translates the delicate, layered quality of paper into sculpted leather. The Bon Bon silhouette, known for its gathered, pouch-like shape and bracelet handle, serves as the canvas.
The Bon Bon Spring bag is presented in peony pink leather with a tonal design that emphasizes hand-stitched details. The Bon Bon Summer bag comes in sun-bleached tones; its bracelet handle features sculptural crystal pavé flowers with hand-painted enamel petals.
The Bon Bon Autumn bag uses a layered design in an earthy, metallic palette. Its bracelet handle resembles a lattice of leaves, a motif drawn directly from Musselwhite’s original artwork. The Bon Bon Winter bag is rendered in silver leather with metallic elements, evoking frosted flowers and bare branches. The brand notes that the fine scale and sharp symmetry of the winter design require an exceptional level of precision.
All four bags are available exclusively through Jimmy Choo’s private client team. The brand did not disclose pricing or the number of units produced.
Jimmy Choo, founded in London in 1996, is known for its luxury footwear and accessories. The Bon Bon bag, introduced in recent years, has become a recurring silhouette for the brand’s more artisanal and decorative collections.
New Era Celebrates 59FIFTY Day With Limited-Edition Spike Lee Collection
The brand reissues the 1996 red New York Yankees cap that helped shift MLB headwear from the ballpark to streetwear.
BUFFALO, N.Y. — New Era will release a seven-cap collection with filmmaker Spike Lee for 59FIFTY Day on May 9. The collection includes a reissue of the red New York Yankees cap that Lee wore to the 1996 World Series.
The 59FIFTY fitted cap silhouette was introduced in 1954. It is used as on-field headwear for Major League Baseball, the NFL and the NBA.
In 1996, Lee requested a red Yankees cap to match his jacket for Game 3 of the World Series. At that time, MLB caps were only produced in official team colors. The Yankees and MLB approved the request, and New Era manufactured the cap. Lee wore it to the game.
The limited-edition collection includes six navy Yankees caps released daily from May 3 to May 8. Each cap features graphics representing Yankees World Series championships, including baseballs, pennants, years, mini bats, bats and gloves. On May 9, the brand will release the reissue of the red 1996 cap. It includes Lee’s signature on the under visor and a side patch marking the 30th anniversary.
New Era CEO Chris Koch said in a statement that the cap was made possible through work with MLB and the Yankees.
“59FIFTY Day celebrates more than a cap—it marks the progress driven by New Era in headwear, sports, fashion, and culture. Thanks to hard work and people who believed in us, New Era’s legendary 59FIFTY cap has risen from its humble origins to become renowned, recognized, and respected around the world,” said Chris Koch, CEO at New Era.
The collection is produced in limited quantities with no restocks. New Era is also releasing a separate 59FIFTY Day collection that includes a black velvet cap and a seersucker Retro Crown cap. Those styles begin rolling out May 1.
Lacoste Fall-Winter 2026 Runway Show Draws From a Rainy 1923 Tennis Match
Creative director Pelagia Kolotouros staged the collection on the Philippe Chatrier court at Roland-Garros, referencing a Davis Cup downpour that helped define René Lacoste’s career.
PARIS — Lacoste presented its Fall-Winter 2026 collection on the Philippe Chatrier court at Roland-Garros. The show referenced a tennis match from July 31, 1923, in which company founder René Lacoste played against Spain’s Manuel de Gomar in a Davis Cup round in Deauville, France.
According to the brand, rain flooded the grass court during that match. Spectators placed newspapers on the court to help it dry. Players and onlookers used umbrellas, trench coats, ponchos and rubber boots. The match continued over two days. Lacoste won in four sets.
Creative director Pelagia Kolotouros used that event as a reference point for the collection. The designs focus on waterproofing and technical fabrics.
The collection includes trench coats, ponchos, bonded tech wool pieces, padded nylon items with reflective finishes, velvet pieces and tailored versions of the René blazer. The crocodile logo appears in embroideries.
The collection also includes a collaboration with Mackintosh, a Scottish outerwear company founded in 1824. Mackintosh produces rubberized cotton fabric that is hand-glued and hand-taped. The collaboration produced a poncho polo, a rain-proof tracksuit, a pleated trench skirt and a hybrid track jacket shirt.
Other items include trophy pins, Grand Slam T-shirts, a tracksuit, a digital watch with a stretch bracelet, and the Lenglen bag in new proportions with a silicone grip handle. A racquet cover and tennis ball clutch are made from Mackintosh fabrics.
The color palette includes cool greys, dark heathers, dark wet metals, Agave Green and Rusty Red.
The collection is described by the brand as largely gender-fluid. A retail release date was not announced.