New Era has teamed up with renowned media artist Yoichi Ochiai and Eirakuya, a centuries-old Japanese textile maker, for a special collection. It blends classic Japanese artistry with a modern, digital aesthetic. The collaboration combines Eirakuya’s traditional designs, Ochiai’s artistic style, and New Era’s signature hats, connecting Japan’s historical Edo period with today’s street fashion.
Okay, so A$AP Rocky is really going all-in on design, and it’s awesome to watch. From creating cool stuff for your home to starting a fancy jewelry line inspired by Venice, and even dominating fashion weeks around the world, he’s clearly building something lasting beyond just music. I’m getting seriously impressed with how he’s making his mark on the physical world – it’s like he’s leveling up in a whole new game!
To celebrate their 15th anniversary, Muller Van Severen presented Silhouettes during Milan Design Week 2026 at Ordet. The exhibition, a collaboration with Apartamento and Tim Van Laere Gallery, didn’t look back at their past work, but instead showcased a new series of abstract, life-size candle holders inspired by their well-known designs. It was a moment to celebrate their unique and influential style in contemporary design.
Stone Island’s new Spring/Summer 2026 collection draws inspiration from the world of sailing and navigation, using the compass as a central theme. The collection was photographed on a sailboat along the Italian coast and features clothing designed to withstand the elements – wind, salt water, and bright sunlight – before shifting to reflect the textures of the shore. This reflects Stone Island’s continued focus on ideas of direction, motion, and adapting to change, which are fundamental to how the brand designs its clothes.
You know, I was thinking about something and I’m still trying to figure it out. I have this fuzzy idea, and it’s kind of like why we love scary movies or roller coasters, but not quite the same. I think it’s about letting off steam, you know? We all know how life goes, and we all know it doesn’t last forever. Maybe facing that, in small doses – like with a good movie, a thrilling ride, or even a song – is how we cope with it all.
The Y2K-inspired tech runner style is still hugely popular in streetwear, and New Balance is continuing that trend by bringing back one of its most striking older designs. Just in time for Summer 2026, the classic New Balance 1000 is getting a modern update with a sleek, high-contrast look. Unlike the brand’s usual muted greys, the new “Black Metallic/Dry Lime” color scheme is going for a darker, futuristic vibe reminiscent of early 2000s running shoes.
WACKO MARIA is building on its signature style of blending Japanese pop culture and high-end streetwear with a new collection. This drop includes collaborations with both Ghost in the Shell and Champion.
To mark their 15th anniversary and the opening of a major new store, Kith and New Balance are releasing a special collection of American-made sneakers. This is the third collaboration between the two brands this year. The new 99X Series, launching alongside the reopening of Kith’s West Hollywood location and the debut of Ronnie Fieg’s new restaurant, Ronnie’s Pronto, features four unique designs known for high-quality materials and subtle, coordinated color schemes.
The Armoury and Naoya Hida & Co. recently released their third watch collaboration, the Type 4A‑2 “Floating Feathers.” This refined and graceful timepiece takes its design cues from natural elements and the stylish dials popular in the mid-1900s.
Zeekr partnered with Alcova to provide transportation for around 7,000 visitors between Villa Pestarini and the former Military Hospital of Baggio. They used a variety of their luxury vehicles, including the Zeekr X crossover, Zeekr 001 shooting brake, and Zeekr 7X SUV.