The Week In Chic: All the Fashion News You Might Have Missed (Jan. 18- Jan. 24)

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Missed out on the fashion chatter this week? We’ve got you covered. Every week, our inbox is flooded with hundreds of press releases, but we made it our mission to sift through all the noise so you don’t have to. Here’s your quick recap of all the key fashion news from Jan. 18 to Jan. 24, served up in bite-sized pieces so you can catch up fast…

Saudi Brand Leem Opens a Store in London

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Saudi-born womenswear brand Leem hit a major milestone by opening its first international store in Westfield London. This move on Dec. 15, 2024, into a chic 1,100-square-foot space marks Leem’s push to go global, building on the buzz from their successful Selfridges launch in 2022 and a hit pop-up at Westfield last year. The store is a stunner, located on the ground floor with a sleek, minimalist vibe and touches of rose gold that give off an elegant yet modern feel. With cozy seating and bold displays, it’s all set up to make shopping a real treat. And there’s more on the horizon—Leem is not just growing in the UK but also expanding its presence in the GCC and European markets, popping up soon in places like Harvey Nichols Doha and Bloomingdale’s Kuwait, plus venturing into new spots like Cult Mia and Burresi in Germany.

Yeezy is Expanding Into Womenswear

Ye just dropped a sneak peek on Instagram, revealing that his YZY brand is diving into womenswear. He shared a shot of a slick black bodysuit with a bold cut, hinting at some serious “scaling innovation” coming our way. Alongside the teaser, Ye threw down a challenge to the fashion world, warning anyone not on the Yeezy team to watch out. He called out those who’ve been riding his coattails, jacking up prices, and ignoring his creative vision. Ye’s clearly fed up with folks copying his designs, especially during the COVID halt when his Yeezy foam runners and slides got knocked off. He even dropped a fierce Tupac reference to amp up his point. As for what’s next, he’s been busy rolling out the YZY SL-01 slippers in new colors and giving us a glimpse of the BL-01 sneaker, but so far, only the black SL-01s are up for grabs. No word yet on when the YZY Women’s line will officially drop, but it’s clear Ye’s not playing around.

Karen Wazen Debuts Belts

Karen Wazen is expanding her iconic brand with the launch of her first-ever belt collection, introducing two striking designs: the bold Bond Belt featuring the brand’s infinity logo and the refined Signature Belt with a subtle engraved square buckle. Both crafted from black genuine leather with 18k gold-plated buckles, these belts are available in various sizes and widths, offering versatility and luxury. Adding a clever twist, the belts support newly launched tags that stylishly secure sunglasses or double as luggage tags, available in black and brown. This expansion builds on the Lebanese influencer and entrepreneur’s legacy in eyewear, cementing her reputation for transforming everyday essentials into coveted fashion statements with her signature blend of style and practicality.

NIGO and Pharrell Unveil Treasure Trove of Pop Culture and Fashion in Exclusive JOOPITER Auction

JOOPITER is celebrating the creative partnership between NIGO and Pharrell Williams with their dual auction, NIGO Knows and Pharrell Knows Too, showcasing decades of collaboration through rare items from their personal archives. Revealed during the Louis Vuitton Men’s Fall/Winter 2025 show in Paris, the auction includes iconic pieces like original Beatles posters, Ludwig Drum Co. drum kits used by Ringo Starr, and Andy Warhol’s “Campbell Soup” silkscreens, alongside luxury goods from Hermès, Chanel x Pharrell, and Louis Vuitton. NIGO’s collection features pop culture memorabilia, while Pharrell’s auction highlights his fashion influence with items like the adidas x Pharrell Williams reflective suit worn at the 2015 GRAMMYs and rare watches like a Franck Mueller Chronograph Tourbillon. Special mystery boxes from artists like Takashi Murakami and Daniel Arsham add an exclusive touch. The auction runs on the JOOPITER website from Jan. 24 to Feb. 5.

Rimowa and Rick Owens Collaborate on Limited-Edition Luggage Case

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Since 1898, RIMOWA has been a trailblazer in the travel game, blending top-notch craftsmanship with fresh innovation. Now, they’re shaking things up with a need-it-now collaboration with designer Rick Owens, launching the limited-edition RIMOWA x Rick Owens Original Cabin Bronze suitcase. Merging Owens’s edgy, raw vibe with RIMOWA’s classic aluminium skills, the piece features a unique patinated finish that nods to legendary sculptors like Giacometti and Brâncuși. Each suitcase sports a one-of-a-kind look that deepens in character as it ages, and inside, it’s all luxury with a black leather touch. Each of the 500 numbered pieces comes with a fuzzy luggage tag made from genuine hair-on cowskin, crafted in Italy by Owens himself. The collab will be available starting Jan. 30 at select RIMOWA and Rick Owens stores worldwide and online.

BTS’ J-Hope and Don Toliver Preview New Song at the Louis Vuitton Fall 2025 Menswear Show

BTS rapper J-hope and Don Toliver have teamed up for a new track titled LV Bag, produced by Pharrell Williams, which debuted at the Louis Vuitton Fall 2025 show in Paris on Jan. 21. The song played as Pharrell Williams, the brand’s men’s creative director, and his design partner Nigo closed the show, with J-hope, a global ambassador for Louis Vuitton, in attendance. The song featured in the show’s soundtrack alongside tracks like Final Fantasy VII’s One-Winged Angel and two other Williams-produced originals: SEVENTEEN’s Bad Influence and Timeless by The Weeknd and Playboi Carti.

The Jacquemus Spring 2025 Show Will Be Shot on iPhone

 

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Jacquemus’ Spring 2025 “La Croisière” show is just a week away, and Simon Porte Jacquemus has revealed a game-changing twist: the entire show will be filmed using the iPhone 16 Pro Max. Taking place at the former home of architect Auguste Perret, the setup includes 17 iPhones placed around the space—think mirrors, unique angles, and cinematic slow-mo—to capture everything from the runway to close-ups. “The brand was built on an iPhone,” Jacquemus told Vogue, referencing his early days snapping showroom pics and connecting with fans online. This time, the iPhones will even be part of the scenography, offering guests an interactive experience that blends fashion with tech. With just 45 guests attending, it’s set to be an intimate, innovative showcase redefining how a fashion show can look and feel.

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