🇬🇧 What ever happened to coolness?-essentials by nss magazine
A fashion recap of the 26th week of the year
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The second half of June has proven particularly eventful for the fashion system. Over the past few days, conversations have revolved around the future of some of the industry’s most influential names: from Coperni, which appears to have returned to the centre of attention, to Alaïa, where rumours point to Nicolas Di Felice as a potential new creative director. Speculation also continues to circulate around a possible creative shift at Moschino, while Undercover has officially been acquired by Nigo, a development that could lead to some intriguing new directions.
As for what is cool and what is not, university seems to have lost some of its appeal among Gen Z, while the popularity of alcohol-free beverages continues to grow. After all, today’s ultimate status symbol is no longer a degree, but the ability to turn creativity into a profession, as evidenced by the rise of the food designer. And if you’re unsure what to buy to refresh your wardrobe, AI may soon do the shopping for you. For those who still prefer the experience of shopping in person, Chrome Hearts remains a benchmark of coolness, while vintage stores continue to thrive not only as places to discover unique pieces, but also as spaces for connection and community.
adidas and Bad Bunny have teamed up for an exclusive capsule collection created for the Debà Tirar Más Fotos World Tour. Ahead of the artist’s two shows at Milan’s Ippodromo SNAI La Maura, the collection dedicated to the city is now available in-store.
How do you announce that you’re single? Apparently, no one knows anymore how to communicate their romantic availability.
Five things to expect from Milan Fashion Week Men’s SS27. A packed schedule, or not?
If the future of sexual health depends on Botox, the problem is not only economic. Planned Parenthood is now turning to aesthetic treatments in order to survive.
A new documentary on Jean-Michel Basquiat is on its way. Jean-Michel Basquiat, acquired by Netflix, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.
Did you know Sam Smith has a TikTok account dedicated to reviewing food? Surprisingly, it feels like a breath of fresh air.
Who would have thought that grandmother-inspired nails would become a trend? Enter the era of Grandma Nails.
Personal taste has gone out of fashion in the age of algorithms, argues The Guardian.
The United Kingdom is preparing to ban social media for under-16s. The BBC explains what Keir Starmer’s proposed plan would entail.
The New York Times reveals Silicon Valley’s latest favourite party game. The premise? Pretending to kill one another.
AI-generated music is making its way onto radio playlists. Is that a problem? The BBC set out to answer the question.